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DJ Hamilton

Welcome to the DJ Sports Show. Where we discuss sports, share bold opinions, and untold stories that make a difference.

  1. 5d ago

    Middletown Minute: Coach Tim Strenfel on Erie Bell Win, 4-0 Start & More

    On this episode of Middletown Minute, presented by CrossFit TakeBack, Middletown Varsity Football Head Coach Tim Strenfel joins me to discuss the Middie Bears’ 28-7 win over rival Port Jervis, reclaiming the Erie Bell for the first time since 2023 and improving to 4-0. Coach Strenfel discusses Middletown’s game plan, the turning point against Port Jervis, and what he noticed on both sides of the ball. He also discusses what makes the historic Erie Bell rivalry special and what bringing the Bell back to Middletown means to the program. Strenfel also reflects on the development of seniors Ryheem Tinsley Jr. and Andy Aristhene, the growth and leadership of quarterback Jojo Royal, and the similarities he sees between this group and Middletown’s 2023 sectional championship team. Finally, Coach discusses what he has learned about the Middies during their undefeated 4-0 start and where the team can continue improving. Visit CrossFitTakeBack.com or call 845-281-0206 to begin your health and fitness journey or elevate your athletic performance today. To get clips of the show, follow https://www.youtube.com/@djssportsshow. Want more insight beyond the podcast? Subscribe to the DJ’s Sports Digest Newsletter for exclusive bonus content coming soon: https://djs-sports-show-newsletter.beehiiv.com/ 0:00 - Intro 0:38 - CrossFit Ad 1:03 - Welcoming Coach Strenfel 2:15 - Game Plan Against Port Jervis 3:32 - Game Turning Point 6:16 - Standout Performers 9:05 - The Erie Bells Historic Significance 11:07 - Favorite Erie Bell Memory 12:11 - What Does Winning the Erie Bell Mean? 13:34 - Similarities With 2023 Team 14:34 - Watching Seniors' Growth 18:40 - Jojo's Evolution 23:13 - Standout Defenders 27:57 - Room For Growth 29:20 - Outro

    Middletown Minute: Coach Tim Strenfel on Erie Bell Win, 4-0 Start & More
  2. Sep 25

    Suzy Kolber on Her Philly Roots, ESPN Career & Hall of Fame Journey | Part 1

    What does it take to build a lasting career in sports broadcasting? Legendary sports broadcaster Suzy Kolber joins DJ Hamilton for an exclusive conversation on DJ's Sports Show, reflecting on her Philadelphia roots, early career challenges, and journey to ESPN and Monday Night Football. In Part 1, Kolber shares stories about Andy Reid, Donovan McNabb, and Jerry Jones; reflects on her friendship with Stuart Scott; and revisits the unforgettable Joe Namath incident. She also discusses her induction into the Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame and the importance of building trust with athletes. From her early ESPN2 days to covering the NFL's biggest stages, Kolber shares career lessons and advice for the next generation of sports broadcasters. Stay tuned for Part 2, featuring more NFL stories and her new show, The Originals. Follow Scripps Sports Here: https://www.youtube.com/@scripps-sports/videos To get clips of the show, follow https://www.youtube.com/@djssportsshow. Want more insight beyond the podcast? Subscribe to the DJ’s Sports Digest Newsletter for exclusive bonus content coming soon: https://djs-sports-show-newsletter.beehiiv.com/ 0:00 - Intro & Welcoming 2:32 - Early Love For Football & Playing Pee-Wee Football for Upper Dublin 6:36 - Parents Initial Reaction to Playing Football 9:55 - Growing Up On Philadelphia Sports, Being Inducted To Philadelphia Sports Hall Of Fame 16:38 - The Importance Of Production 18:52 - Doing Cowboys Special Edition With the Dallas Cowboys & Jerry Jones 22:56 - Early Career Challenges 26:14 - Getting the ESPN Job, Co-Hosting SportsNight 31:00 - Early ESPN2 Days 33:32 - Relationship With Stuart Scott 37:04 - Leaving ESPN for Fox Sports 45:03 - Early Role Models 47:50 - Being Named the First Woman to Win the Maxwell Football Club Sports Broadcaster of the Year 49:23 - Inspiring & Mentoring the Next Generation 53:20 - Working On Sunday & Monday Night Football 56:18 - Staying Composed During the Joe Namath Incident 1:02:53 - Covering Multiple Sporting Events 1:06:00 - Covering Super Bowl XL 1:10:00 - Building Trust With Athletes, Covering NFL Draft 1:14:05 - Favorite NFL Draft Stories 1:18:52 - Interviewing Lessons 1:19:57 - Outro

    Suzy Kolber on Her Philly Roots, ESPN Career & Hall of Fame Journey | Part 1

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