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Perfect is Impossible in March

hris Schmidt is out of the studio so Connor Clark takes you through Hail Varsity Radio on a Monday afternoon. The show kicks off with the news of Bryce McGowens heading for the 2022 NBA Draft and then a recap of the first two rounds of the NCAA Tournament.  Later, Connor talks Husker baseball and spring football with Coach Charlie McBride. Then a rewind segment with Jeemiah Sirles on NFL free-agency and much more before the episode wraps up with Husker women's hoops. An Exclusive Offer For...

Perfect is Impossible in March

Chris Schmidt is out of the studio so Connor Clark takes you through Hail Varsity Radio on a Monday afternoon. The show kicks off with the news of Bryce McGowens heading for the 2022 NBA Draft and then a recap of the first two rounds of the NCAA Tournament.  Later, Connor talks Husker baseball and spring football with Coach Charlie McBride. Then a rewind segment with Jeremiah Sirles on NFL free-agency and much more before the episode wraps up with Husker women's hoops. An Exclusiv...

Shooting for Perfection

Elijah Herbel and Will Wilson are filling in for Chris Schmidt ahead of the NCAA Tournament as they open the show by discussing the odds of filling out a perfect bracket. Mike Babcock joins to talk Husker baseball before Danny Burke joins for Burke's Best Bets. Later, Bill Doleman checks in to discuss the upward trend of pro sports in Denver and spring football. Steve Marik also joins to discuss Husker baseball's strong week and what looms for the Husker women's basketball team. ...

Blackshirts Make Bank

Two former Huskers hit the jackpot in NFL free agency.  Coach Rick Kaczenski stops by to discuss two of his guys, Malik Collins and Randy Gregory, and their NFL paydays.  Mitch Sherman is back as we chat Husker baseball and NIL. Andy Markowski previews the Husker women in the NCAA Tournament and looks at the Big Ten teams in the men’s bracket. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: G...

Portal Payday

Our dancing shoes are on for the NCAA tournament. Chris Schmidt and Will Wilson talk NCAA tourney and react to Casey Thompson’s comments on his recent sit down with Bussin’ with the Boys. Coach Charlie McBride discusses spring flair ups and tapping into player production. Charlie Easley joins the show as he and SDSU are off to the NCAA tournament and Jacob Padilla recaps a wild week of high school hoops. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your ...

Breakfast for Champions

The weekend edition delivers a breakfast-themed show, as the first week of spring ball is in the books.  Brandon Vogel and Gary Sharp touch on football as well as life on the hardwood.  The rewind features Nebraska assistant coach and special teams coordinator Bill Busch.  An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: GBR A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and ...

Getting Chippy

Chris Schmidt is broadcasting live from PBA one final time as we've reached championship weekend in the state basketball tournament. He talks Husker hoops with Jacob Padilla before Danny Burke joins for another edition of Burke's Best Bets. Later, Bill Doleman joins for his weekly segment before Hall of Fame coach Tom Penders joins to discuss Fred Hoiberg, Bryce McGowens, Coach K, and more. Jeff Motz also joins to discuss the upcoming Class A title games. An Exclusive Offer For Ha...

End of the Road

Chris Schmidt is at PBA again for this Thursday edition of Hail Varsity Radio, as he opens the show by talking with Jeff Smith about Nebraska's loss to Northwestern in the B1G Tournament. Brandon Vogel joins the show to give his spring thoughts on Nebraska's offense before Jeremiah Sirles joins the show to discuss the combine performance of his client Austin Allen. Later, Gary Barnett discusses what the new Nebraska assistants can do to improve the team in only one offseason. An E...

March Magic

Hail Varsity Radio continues its state basketball tournament run at Pinnacle Bank Arena? Can Nebraska basketball survive the first round of the Big Ten basketball tournament against Northwestern? We hear from Hail Varsity's Mike Babcock and Greg Smith on spring football. Jeff Maul from the Lincoln Convention and Visitors Bureau joins the show. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: G...

No Days Off

Chris Schmidt and Coach Jeff Smith are courtside at Pinnacle Bank Arena for Boys state basketball. We chat some NFL quarterback news and also Nebraska spring football with Mitch Sherman. Andy Markowski sets the scene for Nebraska basketball in the Big Ten tournament. Pius X coach Brian Spicka joins the show. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: GBR A Hurrdat Media Production. Hur...

Win or Go Home

Chris Schmidt and Jeff Smith are out at Pinnacle Bank Arena for a condensed version of Hail Varsity Radio as they broadcast in between games of the Class A Girls State Basketball Tournament. They talk with Coach Tim Barada of Lincoln Southwest after the Silverhawks defeated Omaha Central before checking in with Charlie McBride for his usual Blackshirt Monday segment. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a disc...

2,000 to 1

Chris Schmidt, Mark Kraynak and Elijah Herbel join you for this Saturday morning edition of Hail Varsity Radio as they open the show by discussing the storylines from the first week of spring practices. They rewind with Gary Barnett before Brandon Vogel and Gary Sharp each join for their usual Saturday morning segments to discuss spring practice, Husker basketball and more. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at...

Full of Emotion

The Friday edition of Hail Varsity Radio talks Junior Day for Nebraska and in-state quarterbacks. Hail Varsity's Jacob Padilla joins the show to discuss high school state basketball and Nebraska men's basketball. Bill Doleman has thoughts on the in-state talent topic and baseball road trips. Husker standout Joba Chamberlain checks in on Husker baseball.  An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Cou...

Valuable Education

Chris Schmidt and Elijah Herbel chat about Huskers at the NFL Combine.  We also dive into the many tasks this spring for Nebraska football. Coach Gary Barnett shares his thoughts.  Brandon Vogel and Parker Gabriel offer their early impressions on the Big Red.  And Danny Burke has his best bets. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: GBR A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is ...

Why Not Us?

Chris Schmidt and Elijah Herbel open the show by breaking down Nebraska basketbal/ upset win over Ohio State on Tuesday. They get some Husker baseball thoughts from Mike Babcock before Andy Markowksi and Coach Jeff Smith each join later in the show to talk Husker hoops, as well as how postseason basketball is shaking out for high schools across Nebraska. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Cou...

Like vs Love

Chris Schmidt and Connor Clark have more spring football thoughts.  The guys hear from Coach Mickey Joseph and OC Mark Whipple.  Rick Kaczenski is in to talk pass rush.  Mitch Sherman weighs in on ILBs, lockout and Husker football.  Steve Marik reacts to Alexis Markowski’s award, Huskers at the NFL combine and the Husker offense's direction this spring. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coup...

Spring Fever

The Huskers are back for spring football. Chris Schmidt and Elijah Herbel sit down with Nebraska special teams coordinator Bill Busch. Coach Charlie McBride checks in on the defensive line. Jay Moore tells us about his level of optimism and Jeff Smith talks hoops and previewing high school district coverage. n Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: GBR A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media...

Spring Fever

The Huskers are back for spring football. Chris Schmidt and Elijah Herbel sit down with Nebraska special teams coordinator Bill Busch. Coach Charlie McBride checks in on the defensive line. Jay Moore tells us about his level of optimism and Jeff Smith talks hoops and previewing high school district coverage. n Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: GBR A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurr...

Business Decision

The weekend edition recaps a busy week and we hear from Coach Fred Hoiberg about returning for another season. Brandon Vogel and Gary Sharp check in on Nebraska basketball and the start of spring football. The rewind features 2023 quarterback commit William “Pop” Watson’s coach and father Bill Watson.   n Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: GBR A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat M...

Recall Averted

Nebraska basketball will have the Mayor, Fred Hoiberg, back for a fourth season.  Jacob Padilla joins the show to discuss Trev Albert’s decision and dives into the fixes needed.  Bill Doleman has thoughts on Trev and Fred, as well as spring football.  We hit the diamond with Husker legend Joba Chamberlain to talk some Bolt-ball and the series against TCU.  n Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Co...

Recall Averted

Nebraska basketball will have the Mayor, Fred Hoiberg, back for a fourth season.  Jacob Padilla joins the show to discuss Trev Albert’s decision and dives into the fixes needed.  Bill Doleman has thoughts on Trev and Fred, as well as spring football.  We hit the diamond with Husker legend Joba Chamberlain to talk some Bolt-ball and the series against TCU.  n Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code...

Under the Hood

Chris Schmidt and Elijah Herbel dive deeper into spring football with Husker analyst Ron Brown. Brandon Vogel and Mike Babcock stop by to talk some spring ball. Coach Gary Barnett gives us a preview of offensive coordinator Mark Whipple and his task with the quarterback room and Danny Burke has his best bets. n Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: GBR A Hurrdat Media Production. Hur...

Commonwealth Cornhusker

The Big Red landed their quarterback for 2023 as William “Pop” Watson is “N.” Chris Schmidt and Elijah Herbel discuss the decision with Pop’s coach and father, Bill Watson.  Hail Varsity’s Greg Smith tells us about the Watson connection with offensive line coach Mark Whipple and Andy Markowski checks in on Husker hoops. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: GBR A Hurrdat Media Pro...

Into the Trenches

Chris Schmidt and Elijah Herbel dive deep into the trenches ahead of spring ball to talk about the defensive line with Rick Kaczenski and Blackshirt Jay Moore. Mitch Sherman joins the show to check in on Husker baseball, spring football and a potential recruiting win at quarterback for 2023. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: GBR A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a d...

A Habitual Line-Stepper

Chris Schmidt and Elijah Herbel open the show by discussing the postgame shuffle between Juwan Howard and the Wisconsin coaching staff. They catch up with Steve Marik, who discusses Husker baseball's disappointing opening weekend, the loss of Chuck Love and Ashley Scoggin for the women's basketball team and more. Later, Charlie McBride joins for another Blackshirt Monday, and Michigan insider Gregg Henson joins to give his take on the Juwan Howard situation. An Exclusive Offer Fo...

A Game of Runs

Chris Schmidt, Mark Kraynak and Elijah Herbel are with you for this Saturday morning edition of Hail Varsity Radio. They open the show by discussing Nebraska basketball's Friday night loss to Maryland, as well as Husker baseball dropping their season opener to Sam Houston. They rewind with Craig Domann before Brandon Vogel joins for an early spring football preview and Gary Sharp joins to discuss what's next for Husker basketball as well as what Husker baseball can do to respond aft...

Raising the Ceiling

Husker baseball has expectations, so Chris Schmidt and Elijah Herbel discuss how Bolt ball can meet that bar. Husker great Joba Chamberlain previews the Big Red. Coach Gary Barnett checks in from the desert, Brandon Vogel has some thoughts on a portal pass rusher and Danny Burke is in with “Best Bets." An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: GBR A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat M...

Father Knows Best

Chris Schmidt and Elijah Herbel open the show by talking to Craig Domann, a longtime NFL contract adviser and the father of former Husker JoJo Domann. Mike Babcock joins to discuss the upcoming Big Ten media rights renegotiation as well as the start of Husker baseball season, and Boomer Esiason joins to discuss the Super Bowl, the upcoming NFL offseason and the Boomer Esiason Foundation. Dr. Doug Tewes also joins to discuss Odell Beckham Jr.'s knee injury in the Super Bowl. An Exc...

Through the Wire

Chris Schmidt and Elijah Herbel open the show by giving their reaction to Adrian Martinez's comments on the new episode of his podcast, which give us a behind-the-scenes look at his 2021 season and the severity of his jaw injury. Mitch Sherman joins to continue that conversation before Andy Markowksi joins to break down Nebraska women's basketball's huge win over No. 5 Indiana. Later, Rick Kaczenski tells us about the coach-player relationship he had with Lou Holtz and Coach Tim Bar...

Trophy Cabinet

hris Schmidt and Elijah Herbel open the show by reacting to the Rams defeating the Bengals in Super Bowl 56. Jay Moore joins to give his reaction to the game before Coach Charlie McBride joins to discuss how a team should respond to losing on the biggest stage. Later in the show, Chris and Elijah discuss Nebraska basketball's blowout loss to Iowa in Iowa City on Sunday. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a d...

2.0 Approach

Chris Schmidt, Mark Kraynak, and Elijah Herbel are with you for this Saturday morning edition of Hail Varsity Radio. They open the show by discussing alcohol sales at Husker sporting events as well as Nebraska's revamped football recruiting. They rewind with Husker great Dave Rimington before Brandon Vogel and Gary Sharp each join to discuss recruiting, the Super Bowl, and more. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsi...

Wings and Brews

Chris Schmidt and Elijah Herbel open the show by discussing the vote to allow alcohol sales at certain Husker venues, as well as Adrian Martinez's first press conference at K-State. Russ Hochstein joins to remember his Super Bowl runs with the Patriots before Jacob Padilla joins to discuss Nebrasketball's first conference win. Later, Bill Doleman joins for his usual Friday segment and Dave Rimington tells us about his time playing for the Bengals. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsi...

Hallelujah

Nebrasketball finally got one in the left column, and Chris Schmidt and Elijah Herbel react to what went right.  We hear from Super Bowl champ Sam Koch.  Husker football and Super Bowl thoughts from Brandon Vogel and Jeremiah Sirles.  Coach Gary Barnett shares his take on the Auburn situation, and Danny Burke returns with Best Bets.  An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: GBR A Hurrdat Medi...

Hallelujah

Nebrasketball finally got one in the left column, and Chris Schmidt and Elijah Herbel react to what went right.  We hear from Super Bowl champ Sam Koch.  Husker football and Super Bowl thoughts from Brandon Vogel and Jeremiah Sirles.  Coach Gary Barnett shares his take on the Auburn situation, and Danny Burke returns with Best Bets.  An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: GBR A Hur...

Breaking Bad?

Chris Schmidt and Coach Jeff Smith are on the road at The Single Barrel ahead of Nebraska and Minnesota.  Is tonight the night for the Big Red and Fred?  Coach Smith and Andy Markowski preview the matchup.  Mike Babcock previews Husker baseball. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: GBR A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production co...

Apathy or Anger?

Chris Schmidt and Connor Clark react to the heat Nebraska basketball coach Fred Hoiberg is taking. Mitch Sherman also joins the show. We spend time with Super Bowl champion, former Husker fullback and San Francisco 49er Tom Rathman. And Rick Kaczenski provides a coach’s perspective when it comes to fans and criticism.   An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: GBR A Hurrdat Media Prod...

Bad to Worse

It’s Super Bowl week, so Chris Schmidt and Elijah Herbal check in with former Husker and Super Bowl champion Grant Wistrom. We hear from Coach Charlie McBride on another Monday with Charlie and Greg Smith has some recruiting recon updates. The guys also spend time on Nebraska basketball, and what can be done with Fred Hoiberg’s crew. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: GBR A Hur...

Betting on Balance

hris Schmidt and Mark Kraynak dive into the topics of alcohol at NEbraska events, Husker spring ball, signing day, and Nebrasketball.  Brandon Vogel and Gary Sharp join the show.  The rewind features former Husker assistant and proud papa, Jimmy Burrow. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: GBR A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video produ...

The Stock Market

Chris Schmidt and Elijah Herbel open this Friday show by discussing which direction the draft stock is trending for the former Huskers in college showcases this week. Jacob Padilla joins to talk Husker Hoops before Bill Doleman joins the show to discuss his upcoming Olympics coverage and what the Husker offense might look like in 2022. Later, Jimmy Burrow, father of Joe Burrow, tells us about the relationship between Joe and Bengals head coach Zac Taylor. An Exclusive Offer For Ha...

Growing Up Burrow

Chris Schmidt and Elijah Herbel check the temperature of Bengal fever with former Husker (and Joe Burrow’s big bro) Jamie Burrow. He discusses the wild ride this NFL postseason. Brandon Vogel joins the show and reacts to potential alcohol sales at Nebraska sporting events. Coach Gary Barnett weighs in on the new normal with recruiting. Danny Burke has your best bets ahead of the Super Bowl. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription t...

Signing Day 2.0

The Huskers land two more recruits for the 2022 recruiting class. Greg Smith joins the show to recap Nebraska’s signing day haul. Mike Babcock shares what he’s looking for with the talent infusion and Andy Markowski hits Husker hoops. We also hear from Coach Scott Frost on the portal and the plan of attact for NU moving forward. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: GBR A Hurrdat ...

GOAT Goodbye

It’s the end of the Tom Brady era and this time it's officially official. Chris Schmidt and Conner Clark react to the news. Mitch Sherman joins the show to preview signing day and discuss the Nebraska connections in Super Bowl LVI. Rick Kaczenski talks Brady's legacy and and coach Jeff Smith previews Nebraska versus Michigan.  An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: GBR A Hurrdat Me...

Tiger King

Former Husker Zac Taylor is Super Bowl bound and Chris Schmidt and Elijah Herbel react to another great weekend in the NFL. Greg Smith gives us a forecast ahead of signing day. Coach Charlie McBride tells us what makes Zac Taylor and Joe Burrow special. Former Patriot, Husker and Tom Brady teammate, Russ Hochstein, shares his take on what’s really going on with Tom’s future. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity a...

Tapping the Talent

The weekend edition returns with Chris Schmidt and Mark Kraynak. Can Nebraska basketball stop the free fall? Husker baseball is gearing up for 2022 and we hear from Gary Sharp and Brandon Vogel. The rewind features former Nebraska defensive coordinator Charlie McBride.   An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: GBR A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and comm...

Under the Gun

Chris Schmidt and Elijah Herbel open the show by giving their reaction to another Husker basketball loss as they remain winless in league play. Jacob Padilla joins to continue that conversation and to give his thoughts on the proposal to add a shot clock to Nebraska's Class A high school basketball, which was voted down. Later, Bill Doleman laments the struggles of Nebrasketball before Jay Moore previews NFL Conference Championship weekend. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radi...

Locally Sourced

Hail Varsity is on the road ahead of Thursday's Nebraska men's and women's basketball games. Chris Schmidt and Elijah Herbal get into the topic of local talent that got away from the Huskers, as Chucky Hepburn makes his return to Pinnacle Bank Arena. Steve Marik stops by to talk some position battles ahead of spring football, while coach Gary Barnett checks in on the Big Ten football offseason. We also hear from Brandon Vogel and Danny Burke. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Ra...

According to Schedule

Chris Schmidt and Elijah Herbal discuss what’s on deck with the Big Ten and the future of divisions in football. Mike Babcock weighs in on Husker baseball. We check in with Andy Markowski on the state of Nebraska basketball as return to play looms with No. 11 Wisconsin. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: GBR A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and comme...

Succession Plan

Chris Schmidt and Connor Clark take a look at Nebraska’s running back room, how much does it need to complement the offense? We chat some Husker football, Baseball HOF,  and NFL with Mitch Sherman and Blair Kerkhoff.  Coach Rick Kaczenski joins the show discuss the challenges of in-state recruiting.  An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: GBR A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Med...

Football Bliss

Fault Line

Chris Schmidt, Mark Kraynak, and Elijah Herbel are up early on this Saturday morning to recap a busy week in Husker football news. They rewind with Jeremiah Sirles before Brandon Vogel and Gary Sharp join the show to talk transfer additions, assistant coaches, the NFL Divisional Round and more. An Exclusive Offer For Hail Varsity Radio Show Podcast Listeners! Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: GBR A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is ...