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  1. 1D AGO

    "All Things" Sooners Show | A lot of WINNING | Olympic HOCKEY Gold | Sooner Smiths LIVE #34

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    59 min

  2. FEB 20

    "All Things" Sooners Show | Sooners' on FIRE over the weekend | Sooner Smiths LIVE 34

    Opening & Banter (0:00–~5:00) Hosts introduce themselves as the "Sooner Smiths" (Tierani and Chad). Tech glitches with mics/outlines; light-hearted chaos. Welcome to viewers (e.g., Boomer129, Stacey); encourage chat, likes, subs, retweets, merch (Zeno Zone dog merch). Sponsor: Candle (quick plug). Personal asides: Chad's type-A quirks, pet peeves (undecisive drivers), pregnancy updates (Tierani at ~34 weeks). Key Topics & Weekend RecapsAnthony Kim's LIV Golf Win (~4:19–6:56) Former OU golfer Anthony Kim wins LIV Golf Adelaide (his first pro win in ~16 years after struggles with sobriety/hiatus). Signed with 4Aces GC (via Dustin Johnson); massive purse (~$6M personal estimate). Emotional comeback story; plays often in Oklahoma City. Men's Baseball (~6:56–7:57) OU (picked low in SEC, e.g., 14th) dominates Shriners Children's College Showdown in Arlington. Wins over strong teams (TCU, Oklahoma State, others); run-rule victories; look like one of the nation's best early. Extra game Monday; Josh (channel's baseball guy) to cover more later. Men's & Women's Basketball (~8:02–14:52) Men's: Wins vs. Georgia and Vanderbilt (back-to-back as underdogs on FanDuel); bubble team but finishing strong. Women's: Mixed—big loss to Vanderbilt, but wins over Florida and Texas A&M; ranked ~16, likely host NCAA tourney. Tierani critiques inconsistency (fast play, turnovers, underusing post players like Reagan Beers); defends fair criticism of women's athletes (parallel to men's). Gymnastics (~15:00–20:56) Historic road win at Florida (first ever in Gainesville); 198.075–197.575. Bars scoring debated (OU undervalued?); flawless beam; Addison Feda's first collegiate 10.0 on vault (viral reactions/memes shown). Upcoming: #1 OU vs. #2 LSU Friday in Norman (tickets as low as $7; push to fill Lloyd Noble Center; on SEC Network/ESPN2?). Softball (~21:03–32:26) Dominant weekend: 5-0, outscoring opponents 91–9. Scores: 17-0, 18-6, 12-2, 10-1, and viral 34-0 run-rule over UTEP (tied program record margin; 6 HRs, grand slams in same inning by Gabbie Garcia & Tia Milloy). Tierani passionately defends Patty Gasso: Played backups, no steals after early lead, no intentional outs; teams invite OU for revenue/exposure; criticism seen as hating OU/women's sports double standard (vs. men's blowouts). Philosophy: Play to standard, not opponent; mercy ≠ treating teams like kids. Coaching & Football News (~32:31–end) DeMarco Murray leaves OU RB coach role for Chiefs (mixed fan reactions; loved by players, but development questions—e.g., no 1,000-yard rusher recently besides Eric Gray). Coaching style: Demanding but adapt to players; patterns of freshmen shining over vets. NIL/transfer chaos: Big Ten eyeing 2014-style playoff expansion; need stability/antitrust exemption, limited transfers. Trinidad Chambless (likely a player) gets 6th-year eligibility via injunction (court delays could allow full season play). Owen (likely a player) advice: If wanting to stay at OU, pursue injunction (play by current rules others use). Trivia bits: Billy Sims (1978) first OU 2,000-yard rusher; other rushing records. Upcoming Schedule Mentions Men's BB: Tennessee (Wed), Texas A&M (Sat). Women's BB: Georgia (Thu), Tennessee (Sun). Gymnastics: #1 OU vs. #2 LSU (Fri). More softball games. Closing (~51:47–end) Quick hits: Buddy Hield reunion/bobblehead game; potential pink-out attendance. Praise for staying under an hour; Tierani fired up on softball defense. Sign-off: Prayers, family time, Boomer Sooner. The episode is enthusiastic, community-focused, and heavy on OU pride—mixing highlights, opinions, and real-talk criticism. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    50 min

  3. FEB 14

    Coaching Changes & Baseball Season Opener | Oklahoma Sooners LIVE 202

    Football Coaching Changes DeMarco Murray's Departure: Longtime OU running backs coach (since 2020) left after a 5-year stint to become the Kansas City Chiefs' new running backs coach. Murray, an OU legend (first-team All-Big 12 RB as a player, solid NFL career), receives mutual well-wishes from fans and host. Fan sentiment: Largely positive/excited for change; many felt his tenure overstayed, with gripes over RB decisions/production post-Eric Gray era. Described as mutual parting; Andy Reid reportedly contacted Brent Venables before hiring. Seen as a career step up for Murray (NFL level, learning under Eric Bieniemy). Host hopes he succeeds and preserves his legacy positively. Replacement search ongoing; quick hire expected due to spring ball prep and recruiting stability. Speculation dismissed: Kale Gundy won't return (due to past issues). Fan chat suggestion (Adrian Peterson) liked personally but concerns over recent off-field issues and "legend hire" risks. Defensive Backs Coach Hire: Replacement for Jay Valai (left for Buffalo Bills): LaMar Morgan from Michigan. Morgan (≈40 years old, 14+ years experience): Served as Michigan's defensive passing game coordinator/DBs coach recently; prior roles include DC/secondary at Louisiana (Ragin' Cajuns, his alma mater), stops at Vanderbilt, Houston, UL Monroe. Praised for youth + experience balance; solid resume from strong programs (Michigan hire highlighted). Quick hire (within ~1-1.5 weeks of Valai's exit) to retain recruits and maintain DB room momentum (strong talent via transfers/returners like Courtland Gillery, Eli Bowen). Recruits reportedly happy; fans mixed (some wanted fresh direction despite liking Valai). Interesting note: OU faces Michigan in Ann Arbor in September 2026; Morgan faces former team early. Other Football Note: 2027 OU-SMU game (Sept. 11) moved from SMU's Gerald J. Ford Stadium to neutral-site AT&T Stadium (Arlington, TX). Pros: Larger capacity (~80k vs. SMU's smaller venue), potential revenue boost, fun for fans (OU historically strong there, 6-2 all-time including Big 12 titles). Cons: Takes away traditional home atmosphere/pageantry; some view as "sellout" for money, though host calls it smart business. Mixed fan opinions; closer to both fanbases than far neutral sites. Baseball Season Preview & Opener Season starts February 13, 2026, at Shriners Children's College Baseball Showdown (Globe Life Field, Arlington, TX). Opening weekend opponents: Texas Tech (Fri, 11 a.m./3 p.m.?), Oklahoma State (Sat), TCU (Sun). OU favored in opener vs. Texas Tech (-148 on FanDuel). High excitement: "Boomer or bust" team with massive potential (depth, transfers, returners, strong freshman class). Key praises from Skip Johnson: One of his best freshman recruiting classes in 35 years coaching. Returning 13 letterwinners (e.g., Kyle Branch, Jaxon Willits, Jason Walk, Drew Dickerson, Trey Gamble). Pitching depth strong; Cam Johnson named Opening Day starter (high-upside lefty, potential ace-level talent if control improves). Other notes: LJ McCurus, overall synergy needed (star power could mesh well or clash). Expectations: Team aims for Omaha (College World Series); host sees overlooked potential despite varied rankings. Viewing: FloCollege subscription required; audio on KREF. Home opener ~Feb 17 at (newly renovated?) Lale Mitchell Park. Host urges in-person support: College baseball's pageantry/fun shines live (easy to follow, great atmosphere). General Episode Notes Host apologizes for hiatus; promotes likes/subscribes/memberships ($2.99+/month for more OU content across sports). Live chat interactions (e.g., fan opinions on hires, neutral sites). Ties in broader OU sports (e.g., mentions basketball game distraction). Optimistic tone on Venables' recent hires (e.g., Ben Arbuckle, others) and baseball outlook. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    36 min

  4. FEB 12

    All Things Sports Show | Sooners | Olympics | Sooner Smiths LIVE #33

    Opening & Banter (0:00–~5:00) Tech issues with mics/mic stands; complaints about loose equipment and audio. Shoutouts to chat (e.g., Jonathan, Stacy, Seagull Outdoors); encourage likes, subscribes, and merch at vocfb.com/shop. Hosts introduce themselves as the Sooner Smiths; mention they're expecting a boy (34 weeks pregnant at the time). Key Topics DiscussedAlabama Basketball Player Eligibility Ruling (3:14–5:00, revisited later 34:00–39:00) Charles Bediako (Alabama center) ruled ineligible by a Tuscaloosa judge; his injunction to play was denied. Discussion on NCAA amateurism rules; he previously played in G League/NBA contexts. Hosts praise the common-sense ruling ("about damn time"); note appeals likely, but risky for Alabama to play him now. Ties into broader NIL/eligibility chaos; mention Amari Bailey case as potentially moot. New NCAA Sports Betting/ NIL-Related Ruling (3:45–4:22) Brief mention of a recent court ruling (post-last episode) on sports betting or NIL; turned on unclear definition of "gist" in legal terms. OU Women's Basketball (4:22–5:25, 13:19–13:30) Game vs. Vanderbilt that night at 8:00 p.m.; OU as +2.5 underdog (hosts trust Lady Sooners to compete if turnovers low and key players—Chavez, Verholes—step up). Reference to OU beating Vandy earlier (possibly in another sport/academics joke). Winter Olympics & Curling (5:50–9:00) Men's hockey starts soon (U.S. vs. Latvia on Feb. 12 at 2:10?); Canada favored, U.S. strong challenger (+210 odds). Fun segment on curling: confusion over rules, but appreciation for athleticism (e.g., hip flexibility, brooms, stones); Scandinavian countries strong. Hosts watched "Miracle on Ice" documentary; excited for hockey. OU Women's Gymnastics (9:21–11:30, 18:53–19:11, 39:32–41:51) Strong weekend performance; great seats at meet. Upcoming: vs. Florida (Friday), big meet vs. #2 LSU (Feb. 20). Freshman Mackenzie Estep earns first perfect 10 on vault (first freshman nationally in 2026); highlight clip shown. Complaints about stingy vault judges (e.g., older woman who rarely scores 10s). Hosts attended meet; funny story about pregnant T struggling with stairs post-meet. OU Men's Basketball (12:34–13:30) Narrow win vs. Vanderbilt; blew big lead (19 points) but held on down to final shots/free throws. Hosts watched partial/end of game. OU Softball (13:30–16:07) Strong weekend: Beat tough Arizona State pitcher in opener; split with Arizona (loss in game 1 due to late pitching issues, blowout win in game 2 with 7 HRs—mostly freshmen, 21-3 score; comeback win in game 3 with back-to-back HRs by Wells and Gabby Garcia). Freshman class highlighted as dangerous. Upcoming: vs. North Dakota State, New Mexico State, others (Fri-Sun). Rock Creek Entertainment District / New OU Arena (17:05–31:05) Detailed discussion of Oklahoma Supreme Court ruling (Feb. 3, 2026): Referendum petition gist legally insufficient (misstated TIF duration/triggers—$230M financing + interest, $600M public assistance, or 25 years). Project moves forward: New multi-purpose arena, parking, etc., with TIF districts. Hosts show renderings; debate if smaller arena (~2,000 fewer seats) helps atmosphere/crowd noise despite not fixing attendance issues (product on court matters more). Jokes about Lloyd Noble Center's future; excitement for new facilities/amenities. Other Mentions Former Sooner Nick Bonitto (NFL Broncos): Highlight video with praise from teammates (e.g., "lightning," "menace"). OU golf: Chris Gotterup wins Waste Management Phoenix Open; now top-5 world-ranked (first OU player since Anthony Kim ~2008). Curt Cignetti's practice philosophy (short practices to preserve health/confidence); hosts agree it works (national title at Indiana). Miscellaneous: Baby prep (nursery painting); Valentine's Day reminder; wall sit stories; workout clips (possibly recruits/players). Closing (~49:12–end) Excitement for OU women's basketball game. Pregnancy update (34 weeks); countdown for baby/Zeno as big brother. Final thoughts: Support OU sports; Boomer Sooner sign-off. The episode is informal, family-oriented, with heavy OU focus (especially women's sports), legal tangents, and Olympic fun. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    51 min

  5. FEB 12

    Sooner Leaving? | NFL | Sooner Smiths LIVE #32

    Opening & Personal Banter (0:00–3:00) Chad & Tierani joke about never being late (Chad claims he's never late). Tyranny recounts a chaotic morning: Chad slept in contacts → nosebleed → Tyranny slipped on ice getting out of car (while pregnant), fell dramatically but baby is fine. Light-hearted roasting of each other and chat (Chad = meme/"Chad move"). Introductions & Channel Info (3:00–5:00) Chad Smith & Tierani Smith = "the Sooners Smiths." Live every Monday 7 PM CST + post-game shows during football season. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts. Josh (buddy) does Tuesday lives + occasional videos. Emphasis on community → like, share, subscribe, comment. Fun/Random Segment: Groundhog Day (5:00–6:30) Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow → 6 more weeks of winter. Jokes about Phil's accuracy (~39% lifetime), compared unfavorably to Oklahoma meteorologists. Chat calls groundhogs "sus" / "mid"; debate if they're cute or ugly. Oklahoma Softball Hype (6:30–8:00) Season starts Thursday. Patty Gasso reportedly has one of her most prepared teams ever. FanDuel odds discussed (OU preseason #3 behind Texas Tech & Texas?). Nostalgia about past near-misses (Kinsey Hans clutch HR vs. Tennessee/Clemson?). NFL / Coaching News: Jay Valai to Buffalo Bills (8:00–16:00) OU DB coach Jay Valai hired by Buffalo Bills as defensive backs coach. Praise for Valai: great energy, recruiter, built one of nation's best CB rooms (Gentry Williams, Courtland Gentry, Eli Bowen, etc.). Jokes about his tiny shirts / size. Clip played of Valai coaching technique (hammer drill, hard edge, friendly/unfriendly shoulders). Speculation on replacement: possible internal promotion (Xavier Brewer mentioned as well-liked, high-energy). Mention of Chip Vinny (former OU staff, now Arizona QB coach) as potential outside hire. Low concern about CBs hitting portal (position coach departure ≠ head coach exit window). Main Drama: Owen Hineki NCAA Eligibility Denied (18:00–30:00) NCAA denied Owen Hineki's petition for 4th year at OU. Reason: 3 games of lacrosse (walk-on) at Ohio State in 2021 can't be reconciled. Jim Nagy emotional tweet: "one lucky NFL team is going to get a stud... Love everything about you, Owen." Strong fan outrage (cross-fanbase support: Michigan, Texas, OSU, LSU, Mizzou fans all calling it ridiculous). Appeal planned; if denied, likely NFL undrafted free agent path. Discussion of hypocrisy: other players getting 7th/8th years, retroactive medical redshirts granted, G-League/Bahamian player rulings. Comparison to Bakoco at Alabama (court injunction allowed him to play despite G-League time). Frustration that 15 minutes of lacrosse ends college career while others bend rules heavily. Men's Basketball (32:00–46:00 approx.) 8-game losing streak; Porter Moser likely in final season. Talent present but no "clutch factor" / winning skill. Blow leads repeatedly (13–15 pt leads vs. Arkansas, Texas, Missouri; collapse late). Specific gripes: no adjustment when Nigel Pack face-guarded; poor end-game execution; free-throw & fouling issues. Fans frustrated: feel games are wasted time despite wanting to support. Portal & NIL mentioned as partial factors, but main issue is learning to win. Women's Basketball (46:00–53:00 approx.) More positive tone despite Texas loss. Beat South Carolina, LSU (despite FT disparity), Auburn, Texas A&M. Lost to #4 Texas by 8 after digging early hole (flustered first half, turnovers, poor free throws: 13/22 & 12/20 combined). Second half much better (more half-court sets, used Reagan Beers inside-out). Overall: fight, belief, entertaining; Sweet 16 realistic if they clean up early-game execution. Softball & Gymnastics Outlook (53:00–1:04:00) Softball: excited for returning youth + #1 recruiting class; Patty calls team one of her most prepared ever. Pitching seen as relative "weakness" (compared to elite hitting/fielding). Key names: Lowry (returning from injury), Ella, Cassidy, Gabby Garcia (underrated freshman last year), Niga Kennedy. Gymnastics: Friday 7:30 PM vs. Alabama (major matchup); season ticket plug; first meet had good vault, shaky floor/beam/bars. Closing (1:04:00–end) Thanks to chat regulars (Sego Outdoors, Stacy, Boomer 129, etc.). Plug like/subscribe/membership ($2.99+). Upcoming: baby showers, Super Bowl, gymnastics meet. Sign-off: Boomer Sooner. Overall vibe: Classic Chad & Tierani mix of OU sports passion, personal stories, sarcasm, community love, and real frustration (especially Owen Hineki & men's basketball). Softball & women's sports provide the optimism. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 7m

  6. JAN 31

    Roger Denny First Reactions & 2026 Roster Lookahead | Oklahoma Sooners LIVE 201

    Roger Denny Segment (0:00–30:00) Introduction & Channel Plug: Standard opener encouraging likes, subscribes, memberships ($2.99+/month), and merch at vocfb.com/shop to support the Oklahoma channel and network. Initial Reaction: Host initially neutral/skeptical (no prior opinion, surprised by the hire as an unknown name). Early "doom and gloom" due to limited college athletics experience (only ~4–5 years, mostly at Illinois as Deputy AD/Chief Operating Officer, focused on football). Background & Positives: Former corporate attorney (15+ years, expertise in contracts, executive compensation, legal matters). At Illinois: Managed ~$200M budget, led NIL strategy, secured record $100M donation (fall 2025), key in coaching contracts/negotiations, drove facility upgrades/modernization. Hire rationale: Legal/NIL expertise for evolving landscape (revenue sharing, collectives); "dog mentality" (per OU President Joe Harroz); forward-thinking vs. tradition-bound. Outside hire (no OU ties) seen as bold/"out of the box" — positive for progress in modern college athletics (NIL, future changes). Concerns: Short tenure in athletics; big shoes to fill after Castiglione's era (26 national championships, 117 conference titles across OU sports). Denny's Press Conference Quotes/Themes (host highlights these positively): Understands OU's standard/tradition ("there's only one Oklahoma"). "Not here to play small" — aggressive, championship-driven (not progress-focused). Winning matters; championships over progress. Committed to building dynasties (not just one title); won't shy away from dynasty talk. Full buy-in from coaches/players/management. NIL commitment; won't fall behind. Potential Impact (especially football): NIL infrastructure overhaul (retain stars like Mateer, Lewis, Sategna). Facilities modernization (like Illinois upgrades). Stronger contract negotiations (coaches, emerging player deals). Empower Venables/Nagy; support "all-in" mentality. 3–5 year horizon: Multiple CFP appearances, SEC titles, dynasty building (beyond one title, like Saban/Patty Gasso). Grade: B+ (strong modern fit/NIL/legal skills; needs to prove results; could rise with championships/dynasties). Fan Interaction: Asks for impressions in chat/comments; notes mixed reactions (some excited by quotes/aggression, others see hype). Mid-Episode Notes: Women's basketball update (OU leading big, 60–36); hopes for men's basketball coach search under Denny.2026 Roster Lookahead Segment (~30:00–end) Overall Optimism: 2026 roster potentially better than 2025 (strong returns, additions); defense slight dip possible but Venables' track record strong. Key Defensive Returners: LB Kip Lewis (defense "quarterback," leadership/veteran anchor). S Peyton Bowen (DB room cornerstone/leader). DE Taylor Wienke (solid starter). DTs Jayden Jackson & David Stone (interior anchors; Stone's return after portal drama praised). CBs Eli Bowen & Courtland Gillery (strong 2025 seasons). Note: Hope for Owen Hineki eligibility resolution (NCAA delay frustrating). Key Offensive Returners: QB John Mateer (best option; injury/SEC adjustment hurt 2025, but progress shown; system familiarity, growth expected). WR Isaiah Sategna (leading receiver; top SEC talent; good decision to return). OL core (young: Eddy Pierre-Louis, Ryan Fodje, Michael Fasusi; plus additions like Harris from Arkansas). RBs Tory Blalock (breakout potential, tough runner) & Xavier Robinson. K Tate Sandell (elite; Lou Groza winner; huge return despite CFP misses). Recruiting/Depth (2026 Class Highlights): QB Bo Bentley (high-upside freshman; depth/competition for Mateer). EDGE Jake Kreul ("crown jewel"; 5-star potential; early impact possible). RB Jonathan Hatton Jr. (4-star; flipped back to OU; could rotate in backfield). WRs (Jayden Petit, others like Jere Rogers, Daniel Odom; potential splash). Weakness: OL additions modest (focus on development; big 2027 class incoming). Overall: Class modest nationally (~#16), but high-upside pieces; portal additions (offense-heavy) bolster depth. QB Depth Concerns: Addressed via Bentley (future guy) & Whit Newower (staff high on him); competition healthy. Closing: Teases more offense details Tuesday; fan chat interaction; plugs like/subscribe/membership/merch. Tone: Balanced optimism (excited by Denny's forward focus, roster returns); acknowledges risks (Denny's inexperience, QB depth if injury). Heavy promotion of channel support. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    56 min

  7. JAN 29

    Baseball Season Early Preview & MBB Arkansas Reactions | Oklahoma Sooners LIVE 200

    Men's Basketball Segment: Reaction to Loss vs. #15 Arkansas Final Score: Oklahoma lost 79-83 to #15 Arkansas (at home in Norman). Host describes the game as an "atrocity" and "extremely disappointing," highlighting a repetitive theme for the season. Oklahoma started hot offensively in the first half, nearly flawless, building a double-digit lead (up by 13 at one point per related reports). Blew the lead late in the first half, entering halftime up only 4 points after a collapse. Second half featured back-and-forth action, lead changes, and a slow start; OU never regained control despite staying competitive. Host notes Oklahoma had chances but couldn't rally or hold leads, echoing patterns from earlier games (e.g., vs. Nebraska). Strong individual talent (e.g., transfers like Xavier Brown) visible, but lack of cohesion attributed to coaching. Calls for major change: "It's well past time" to move on from head coach Porter Moser and the staff; regime "isn't going to work" and "just not going to do it." Suggests no need to wait until season's end for changes, as postseason hopes are dim; team lacks rally capability. Conference record highlighted as poor (1-7 in SEC per host's tally, though phrasing suggests 7-1 loss streak or similar; overall disappointing with blowout losses to Florida, Alabama, etc.). Even a close loss to a ranked team feels upsetting given blown leads; questions fan support (e.g., free tickets needed). Bright side in loss: Reinforces stance on needing coaching change; wins wouldn't change underlying issues. Host reluctant to call for firings but feels it's unavoidable now; depressing to cover, questions postponing show for games. Transition & Live Chat Interactions Brief shoutouts to chat regulars (e.g., Stacey hoping for win; Jimmy agreeing on coaching; Modern Day Caveman joking about Jenny as coach). Host avoids negativity toward players; many have potential and should stay, but coaching is the core problem. Shifts to more positive topic: Oklahoma baseball, urging fans to support it over struggling basketball. Baseball Early Preview Segment (2026 Season Outlook) Excitement high: Host feels "really good" about the team, better than basketball; much stronger outlook. Recent contact with program sources; expectations are high. Key quote from insider: "Omaha. Why would we expect any less?" → Goal is at least reaching College World Series in Omaha. Host believes OU has a real shot at Omaha and even national championship contention. Betting odds mentioned: +6500 to win national title on FanDuel (good value for longshot bettors). Team strengths: Strong returning core + one of the nation's best transfer portal classes. Projected/Expected Position Players & Returners: INF: Dayton Tockey (likely catcher or versatile), Kyle Branch (2B), Jaxon Willits (SS). 3B: Open competition (e.g., Camden Johnson transfer from Wichita State, Cayden Brumbaugh as "Swiss Army knife" utility player). Catcher: Leaning toward Deiten LaChance (high praise); Brendan Brock also strong contender (both JUCO transfers lighting it up). OF: Jason Walk (star CF), Trey Gamble/Gambill (LF), Drew Dickerson (RF); Desan Harris could see time. DH/Utility: Nolan Stevens (transfer from Mississippi State; versatile, brother of OU pitching coach Grant Stevens); could pitch too. Pitching Outlook (heavily rebuilt but promising): Expected rotation pieces: LJ Mercurius/McCurious (from UNLV; wants MLB development under Skip Johnson; brother Xander committed to OU). Others: Mason Bixby (from TCU; heavily recruited), Jackson Cleveland (from Miami; high upside, mechanics tweaks expected), Cam Johnson (returner; big potential if control improves; "zip on the ball"). Closer candidates: Jason Bodin/Bowden (saw time last year; potential in pen). Additional arms: Drew Rerick (from Texas), others like Jaden Barfield, Gavin Jones (returners with promise). Freshmen/others to watch: Alec Blair (former basketball player now full-time baseball; potential impact). Overall: Solid lineup returns, strong transfers, high expectations in SEC; Skip Johnson press conference upcoming (Tuesday) for more clarity on lineup/rotation. Host promotes deeper coverage on OU Insider (U Insider), X/Twitter follows, and encourages baseball support (team had great 2025 run). Closing & Show Notes Short episode due to off-season timing and disappointing basketball game. Thanks viewers; plugs like/subscribe, membership ($2.99+/month for extras), merch at vocfb.com/shop. Presented by FanDuel; part of Voice of College Football Network. References other hosts (Chad/Tierani) on recent AD/coaching topics. This episode contrasts deep frustration with MBB (coaching-focused critique) against optimism for baseball (Omaha-or-bust mindset, transfer-heavy rebuild). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    29 min

  8. JAN 29

    NEW Athletic Director!| Fines from Coaches? | Oklahoma Sooners Football | Sooner Smiths LIVE #31

    The show, hosted by Tierani Smith and Chad Smith, covers Oklahoma Sooners updates during the offseason, with a casual, fan-focused vibe including personal anecdotes, sports rants, and fan interaction.Opening & Show Setup (0:00–3:00) Hosts introduce themselves as the Sooner Smiths; live every Monday at 7 p.m. Audio glitch with intro; casual check-in with viewers. Sponsored by FanDuel. Welcome to new and returning viewers; encourage subscriptions/memberships ($2.99+). Offseason mode: Pulling topics "out of a hat" since football is done. Basketball Updates (Women's & Men's) (3:00–12:00) Women's Basketball: Strong recent performances. Big win over South Carolina (top-tier team, #3 odds to win national title per FanDuel; Coach Dawn Staley). Exciting overtime comeback; freshman Chavez exploded (5/5 FG, multiple 3s after slow start). Hosts attended LSU and South Carolina games; great atmosphere, loud crowd. Win over Auburn (away, some lull but pulled it out). Upcoming: vs. Texas A&M (tough matchup). Men's Basketball: Frustrating skid. "Cursed" losses (e.g., Mizzou double buzzer-beater, rare in D1 history). Constant close defeats (1-2 points); poor execution (e.g., leaving time on clock). NIL struggles (near last in conference); product on court not drawing fans. Upcoming: vs. Arkansas (Buddy Hield jersey retirement, bobbleheads; Arkansas favored by only 2.5 despite OU's last-place SEC standing). Hosts support but hesitant to attend in person due to blowouts/losses. Arena/facility investment tied to better performance (women's team sells out; men's doesn't). Other OU Sports Quick Hits (12:00–14:00) Gymnastics: Beat Georgia at home; banner drop postponed for packed house. Upcoming: at Kentucky (Friday), home vs. Alabama (Feb 6). Women's team back at #1 ranking. Men's team struggles continue; frustration with close losses and bad luck. New Athletic Director: Roger Denny (18:00–35:00+) Joe Castiglione retired (announced July 2025-ish); long search ended with hiring Roger Denny (Deputy AD/COO at Illinois). Background: Former corporate attorney (15+ years; focus on compensation, tax, finance, licensing); at Illinois since 2021. Key Illinois achievements: Ticket sales/attendance growth, $100M donation (largest in school history), strong NIL strategy, football oversight. Why him? Legal expertise for NIL/contracts/collective bargaining era; experience in "disruptive" college sports landscape. No "old-school" bias; only knows NIL world. Works with Randall Stephenson (former AT&T CEO, special adviser/chair of athletics) and President Joseph Harroz Jr. Hosts' take: Not a "splashy" big name, but proactive/forward-thinking hire. Trust in process (Bob Stoops, others endorsed?); better than someone resistant to change. Emphasis on business/contracts/fundraising in new era (revenue sharing, potential regulations). Excitement for potential Crimson & Cream collective revival; broader donor access (e.g., small $5/month donations). Fans in comments: Mixed (some "who's this?"); hosts defend—most fans don't know other ADs anyway. Deion Sanders/Colorado Fines Discussion (37:00–45:00) Deion instituted fines for accountability (attendance, conduct). Full list (from team meeting): Late to practice: $500 No-show practice: $2,500 Late to meeting/film: $400 No-show meeting/film: $2,000 Late to strength/conditioning: $1,000 No-show strength/conditioning: $1,500 Late to treatment: $1,000 No-show treatment: $1,500 Team rules violation: $1,000–$2,500 (severity-based) Public/social media misconduct: $2,000–$5,000 (severity-based) Additional: Nike apparel rules (no non-Nike at team events); report legal issues quickly; damage equipment fines. Hosts support: Players get paid (NIL), so treat like pros (NFL fines similar); builds accountability/culture. Easy fix: Just show up on time/respect rules. Ideas: Use fine money for walk-ons/pizza party/raffle. Broader rant: NIL era needs responsibility; no free passes; real-world parallels (jobs, contracts). Quick Hits & Closing (End) Players returning: Punter Grayson Miller, kicker(s). Hosts' personal: Pregnancy (Tierani), snow days, dog Zeno (picked national champ correctly; hates snow). Thunder mention (injuries); random tangents (e.g., old rules like 6-on-6 basketball; men's vs. women's hoops debate). Call to action: Like, comment, retweet. Sign-off: See you next Monday; stay safe from weather. Overall tone: Relaxed, passionate, pro-Sooner with honest frustration (especially men's hoops) and optimism on new AD/fines for accountability. Short-ish offseason episode (~52 min). Boomer Sooner! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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