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Midnight Blue & Gold Launchpad

76 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratings

A sports podcast all about University of Toledo Rockets sports hosted by Rocket fanatics

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Toledo Women's WBIT Tournament

March 26, 2024 10:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MB

Our very own lady Rockets are the last remaining MAC team in basketball, mens and womens!! Thanks for joining us Rocket faithful - The boys in Rocket Ryan's 419 man cave have all the updates and info you need for your lady Rockets heading to Washington State! We also dive into some transfer news with the men's basketball team and the recent Toledo football pro day! TOL!!

MAC Basketball Tournament Preview feat. Coach Tod Kowalczyk

March 13, 2024 10:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MB

The best time of the year Rocket fans, and both our men's and women's Rockets are dominating as 1 seeds going into the MAC tournament! We have a very special guest this episode to help break down the men's team, Head Coach Tod Kowalczyk! Tune in to hear coach breakdown the season from his view point, some stand out Rockets, and their position heading into the tournament! We also break down the women's team leading into Cleveland this weekend! TOL!!

Rockets Update feat. Coach Tricia Cullop

March 05, 2024 11:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MB

The MBG boys are back in the Rocket Ryan 419 man cave and had an awesome conversation as always with Toledo Rockets Women's Basketball Head Coach, Tricia Cullop! Coach Cullop joins in to discuss the final two games on the schedule with the team healthy and red hot coming into the MAC tournament. The boys also discuss potential first round draft pick Quinyon Mitchell's combine results and mock draft news. TOL!!

Rocket Refuel 2/29/24

March 01, 2024 14:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MB

The first episode of Rocket Refuel was such a huge success, we brought you a second one! Tune in for updates for the Toledo Rockets mens & women's basketball, baseball, and softball. TOL!

Toledo Safety #25 Maxen Hook

February 21, 2024 14:00 - 36 minutes - 25.5 MB

You don't want to miss this episode Rocket fans, the boys have a stud of a guest on this episode, two time 1st team all MAC, Safety #25 Maxen Hook!! The boys have a great discussion with Maxen on a few memories over the years with Toledo, how he got to Toledo, his freshman year during COVID, and updates on this year's team and current DB roster as Maxen decides to stay one more year before moving on to the NFL. Keep with us after the interview - we also give updates on both basketball teams ...

Rocket Refuel 2/15/24

February 16, 2024 15:00 - 9 minutes - 6.72 MB

Toledo Rocket Fans!!! The boys at MBG Launchpad have a brand new segment for you, the Rocket Refuel! A quick segment bi-weekly for updates and future schedules for your Toledo Rocket sports. TOL!

Ron Musselman / Rocket's Basketball Updates

February 07, 2024 11:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MB

Do we have a phenomenal guest this episode for you Rocket fans!! Ron Musselman, retired award winning sports columnist for the Toledo Blade, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, and The Tribune-Review, joins us to share some of his favorite memories from his exciting 40 year career! Stay tuned after the interview as well for updates and the near future schedules for the men and women's basketball teams. TOL!!

Basketball Update / NFL Mock Draft Discussion

January 26, 2024 14:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MB

Welcome back! The boys are hanging out in Rocket Ryans 419 Man Cave and we have a great discussion for you this episode! Join us to talk about some mock draft news & updates and news on both the men's and women's bball teams. TOL!!

Toledo Rockets Basketball Update 1/10/24

January 10, 2024 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

Welcome back Rocket fanatics! Both of our teams have started off HOT in conference play, and the boys at MBG love to see it! With football wrapping up, we are on a biweekly upload schedule until the fall. The women's team play against WMU on 1/10 and a home double header for the men's and women's teams on 1/13. We hope to see you there for that!! Make sure to check in to catch up on recaps for your Rockets and stay up to date on upcoming schedules and games! TOL!!

Barstool Arizona Bowl - Toledo vs Wyoming

December 28, 2023 15:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MB

The boys at MBG hope everyone had a great holiday! We are known to set up a podcast recording anytime, anywhere, and this episode we are set up in Rocket Ryan's 419 Rockets man cave! Tune in as we cover bowl predictions, latest news with your Rockets and the transfer portal, and an update for the Men's and Women's basketball teams. TOL!!

Toledo Basketball Update feat. Coach Tricia Cullop

December 13, 2023 15:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MB

Welcome back Rocket fanatics!! It's a three peat! We are honored to have Toledo Women's Basketball coach, Tricia Cullop, on the show for the third time! Fresh off a huge win against Michigan, we discuss with coach the goals for the lady Rockets this season, the tough upcoming game against Duke, and the beginning of the conference schedule. The boys at MBG also breakdown the MAC championship game, transfer portal, and the upcoming Barstool Arizona Bowl matchup against Wyoming. TOL!!

MAC Championship Toledo vs Miami OH

November 30, 2023 11:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MB

The boys at MBG will be in full force at the MAC Championship at Ford Field supporting our Rockets, we hope to see you there! Welcome back for another episode! Make sure to tune in as we deliver all you need to know with this week's championship matchup between your Toledo Rockets vs Miami OH Redhawks. Kyle W, Big Ben, and Rocketman Dan also break down the outlook for Toledo's bowl chances. TOL!!

Toledo Rockets vs Central Michigan Chippewas

November 23, 2023 11:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MB

Happy turkey day Rocket faithful! What a comeback for our Rockets against BG, love to see it! Tune in this week as we breakdown that BG victory and assess the upcoming Black Friday game at CMU! Our Rockets have clinched their spot in the MAC championship, but still have a lot to play for this bowl season. TOL!!

Toledo Rockets vs Bowling Green Falcons

November 13, 2023 11:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MB

It's that time of the year Rocket fans, rivalry MACtion against that team to the south! MBG is back in studio at LaserLight Recording Studio with a fresh recap win against EMU and a full breakdown for Tuesday's game in BG. Tough loss for the lady Rockets against Gonzaga but huge shoutout to both the Men's and Women's basketball teams for their comeback wins against Louisiana and James Madison! TOL!!

Toledo Rockets vs EMU PLUS Group of Five Bowl Discussion

November 03, 2023 16:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MB

A snowy halloween for our Rockets with a win over Buffalo! The boys at MBG are back in LaserLight Recording Studios with the announcement of an exciting new addition to our podcast, Dan "Rocketman" Savage!! Join us as we do our weekly breakdown and also include a new segment to discuss the group of five schools in contention with your Rockets for that New Year Bowl spot. TOL!!

Toledo Rockets vs Buffalo Bulls

October 27, 2023 23:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MB

What a huge win for our Rockets!! The boys at MBG are celebrating with a brand new episode recorded at thee LaserLight Recording Studios with a special guest, Alex from The CSC Podcast. Alex broadcasted the game live at Miami and brought the knowledge to the studio to help us celebrate that win and breakdown Tuesday's Halloween MACtion matchup against Buffalo!! TOL!

Toledo Rockets vs. Miami Redhawks

October 19, 2023 10:00 - 42 minutes - 29.6 MB

Huuuuuugggeee game this week for our Rockets! The boys of MBG are back at the fantastic LaserLight Studios for a complete breakdown for this week's game against Miami Ohio & highlight a few key players from the close win in Muncie against Ball State! Easily the biggest game on the schedule, make sure to tune in to find out our predictions this week...they may surprise you! TOL!!

Toledo Rockets vs Ball State Cardinals

October 12, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MB

Welcome back Rocket fans!! The boys at Midnight Blue & Gold Launchpad are back in LaserLight Recording Studios for another breakdown of your Toledo Rockets!! We point out some standout Rockets and stats from a solid win against UMass and make sure to stay tuned for our predictions against Ball State! TOL!!

Toledo Rockets vs UMass feat. Michael Roberts

October 06, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 51.3 MB

Welcome back Rocket fans! We have a very special episode this week; the boys are back in studio at LaserLight Recording Studios with former UT and Detroit Lions TE, Michael Roberts joining on the mic! Tune in to learn about Michael's path to the Toledo Rockets and eventually being drafted in the 4th round to the Detroit Lions. Michael also helps us break down this week's match up at UMass. TOL!!

Toledo Rockets vs NIU feat. Dave Langendorfer

September 28, 2023 15:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MB

Too close for comfort, but we'll take the win! The boys are back in the Laser Light Recording Studio for another breakdown of the Rocket's win over WMU and the homecoming matchup against NIU! We have a very special guest joining us this week, University of Toledo donor Dave Langendorfer!! Dave has been involved with the program with bringing new ideas to engage students and fans on game day! Make sure to tune in to find out what the university has planned! We also break some news regarding a...

Toledo Rockets vs WMU Broncos

September 21, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MB

We have fantastic news here at MBG, the Rockets won and we have a brand new addition to the team, Ben Sullivan! Ben joins the boys on the mic this week for his introduction episode to bring his brand new segment, "breakout Rockets of the week"! Tune in as we recap last week's close win over San Jose State and breakdown Toledo's conference opener against WMU! TOL!!

Toledo Rockets vs. San Jose State Spartans

September 14, 2023 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MB

What a win last week for the Rockets! And the boys at MBG think the Rockets will continue that win streak this week against SJSU! We shine some light on so many stand out Rockets from last game and give our predictions for this week's home game against SJSU. We will SEE YOU AT THE GAME!! TOL!

Toledo Rockets vs Texas Southern University

September 07, 2023 15:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MB

The boys at MBG are still recovering after the close loss to Illinois last week, but we are proud of our Toledo Rockets keeping the Fighting Illini on their toes for four quarters! Tune in as we go over last week's game, highlight a few studs for the Rockets with week one conference honors, and give a solid break down of this week's home opener against TSU! TOL!!

Toledo Rockets vs Illinois Fighting Illini

August 31, 2023 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MB

We have our eager faces on Rocket fans, we hope you do too! Toledo Rocket football is back baby!! Join us this episode as we break down the up coming matchup against Illinois. Also, NFL final cuts happened this week and we give some love to the former Rockets that made the NFL rosters. TOL!!!

Interview with OG Tyler Long

August 28, 2023 17:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

We at MBG believe the big guys up front deserve some love for all the hard work they put in for the team, and our guest this week is no exception for that! Find out the inside details of what its like to start on the offensive line for your UT Rockets as starting offensive guard, #60 Tyler Long, joins us this episode! Coming back better than ever from a serious ankle injury in 2022, Tyler updates how camp has been going this summer and shares a few stories from his career at UT! TOL!!

Toledo Rockets Cornerbacks Coach Corey Parker

August 12, 2023 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MB

We have a fantastic episode tonight Rocket fans, recorded at the LaserLight Recording Studio!! CB Coach Corey Parker joins us this episode for an update on how your Toledo Rocket corners are progressing through camp. We are a few weeks away from the season opener against Illinois and coach gives some solid insight on how well the players are prepping for the season. Coach also dives in experiences in his first season at Toledo and the hard grind of recruiting in the offseason on the road. TO...

Toledo Rockets Football 2023 Preseason Kickoff

August 08, 2023 13:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MB

Rocket fanatics!! We are so close to that opening game against Illinois! After a short hiatus, the boys at MBG are firing on all cylinders leading up the the 2023 football season! We are excited to record in our new spot, Laser Light Recording Studios, and bring you a breakdown this episode of the upcoming schedule, predictions, and a roster overview. TOL!!

Toledo Women's Tennis Season Recap feat. Coach Tracy Mauntler

May 21, 2023 16:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MB

Welcome back Rocket fanatics! The lady Rockets had a phenomenal season to continue the amazing success of Toledo Rockets sports for the 2022-23 seasons. We are honored to have MAC coach of the year, Toledo Women's Head Coach, Tracy Mauntler, to recap the fantastic season! Coach Mauntler has been leading the tennis program for an impressive 20 seasons, and has an even more impressive overall record to show for it. Make sure to tune in! TOL!!

Toledo Rockets Men's Tennis feat. Coach Al Wermer

April 28, 2023 17:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MB

You're not seeing double Rocket fans; Two episodes in one week from the boys at MBG! This episode, we are excited to feature an interview from the MAC coach of the year, Al Wermer! Coach Wermer has led the Rockets with a phenomenal season and a win at the MAC tournament, first win for Toledo since 1973! MAC player of the year  - Toledo Junior, Pawit Sornlaksu, leads the team with 43 straight single match wins as the team prepares for the NCAA Tournament! Don't miss the selection seeding show...

Toledo Rockets Women's & Men's Track & Field feat. Coach Andrea Grove-McDonough

April 26, 2023 11:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MB

Welcome back Rocket fanatics! We took a break here at MBG but are back in action bringing you the latest in Rocket sports. This episode, Pat "PJ Spiller" and Zach "from the MAC" feature a fantastic interview with Toledo Cross Country and Track director and head coach, Andrea Grove-McDonough. Coach Grove-McDonough breaks down Toledo's season so far, the upcoming Penn Relays, and how the team is preparing for the rest of the season. We want to congratulate Coach Grove-McDonough on the latest n...

Toledo Men's and Women's MAC Championship Recap

March 14, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MB

Rocket fans!! It has been too long and we know you've been itching for a fresh episode of MBG! Rocket Ryan is holding down the studio joined by engineer/producer, Kyle W.  Tune in as we breakdown the results from the MAC Tournament for both men's and women's, discuss the fantastic success of your Lady Rockets, and discuss their upcoming match up against Iowa State (Women's) and Michigan (Men's). Rocket Ryan also has a strong opinion against the upcoming 2023 football schedule for Toledo Roc...

Rockets Football Signing Day feat. DB Micah Cherry

February 02, 2023 11:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MB

One of the best days of the offseason for college football, signing day! The Rockets had a fantastic day signing great talent that only makes the team better for next season! The boys at MBG dive into the 2023 #GlassClass for the Toledo Rockets, and joining us is one of the talented JUCO transfers in that class, DB Micah Cherry. We get to know Micah, his path to Toledo, and why he chose our Rockets over a few other offers from other solid teams. We hope you are as excited as we are for Micah...

Toledo Rockets Basketball feat. Coach Jordan Lauf

January 19, 2023 17:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MB

Thanks for tuning in Rocket fans! The boys at Midnight Blue & Gold have a great episode this week featuring Toledo Basketball men's assistant coach, Jordan Lauf! Coach Lauf is a former player for Toledo and has worked his way up post career to assistant coach for your Toledo Rockets. Jordan goes over his playing career, why he chose Toledo, and an update on the team going into their next game against Buffalo. Stay tuned after the interview for an update on the Toledo women's and men's basket...

Toledo Rockets Football Recruiting Class

January 13, 2023 11:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MB

Thanks for joining us Rocket fanatics!! Tune in for an update for the latest information on the Men's and Women's basketball teams! This week, our associate producer, Nate Kresge, joins us in studio to discuss your Toledo Rockets football incoming recruiting and transfer class! Nate also gives his thoughts on the effects of the NIL and transfer portal for the MAC conference and Toledo. TOL!!

MAC Basketball feat. Coach Tricia Cullop

January 02, 2023 12:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MB

A whole lot of winning in 2022 for Toledo, its great to be a Rocket! Thanks for tuning in Rocket fanatics!! Join us this week as we chat with Toledo Women's Basketball Head Coach, Tricia Cullop! The only repeat guest so far on the podcast, we are honored! We breakdown the tough upcoming conference schedule for the Lady Rockets in January. Coach Cullop also gives some insightful thoughts on the transfer portal, scheduling, and the MAC at large bid for the NCAA tournament. For the 2nd half of ...

Interview feat. Coach Tricia Cullop

December 11, 2022 19:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MB

Welcome back Rocket Fanatics!! We are beyond excited for this week's interview featuring legendary Rockets basketball women's head coach, Tricia Cullop! After a huge win over #14 Michigan, Coach Cullop joins us to share her path leading to Toledo, some of her favorite things about the city of Toledo, and of course sharing invaluable insight and philosophy that has brought her program consistent success! We also break down the huge MAC championship win for Rocket's football and Toledo men's b...

UT vs BG

November 14, 2022 02:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MB

Its here Rockets fans, the game we've been all waiting for. Join your hosts of the Launchpad as they breakdown this upcoming Tuesday's game against BG. We want to see all Rockets fans out there with us supporting the team!! This week, we breakdown the success of Rockets' sports across all sports, breakdown of the win over Ball State, the Rocket's Men's and Women's Basketball, Toledo's Men's and Women's Cross Country teams, and a breakdown of this week's upcoming football game against BG! TOL!!

Interview feat. Coach Andrea Grove McDonough

November 04, 2022 18:00 - 41 minutes - 28.9 MB

Rocket fans, we have a fantastic episode for you this week! MAC cross country coach of the year, Coach Andrea Grove McDonough, joins us to discuss the Rocket's fantastic year so far in cross country! Tune in to find out a little about Coach McDonough's impressive path to Toledo and the game plan next week at the NCAA Great Lake's Regionals. The boys also breakdown UT football's win over EMU and next Tuesday's MACtion game at home against Ball State. TOL!!

UT vs EMU feat. AJ Gucciardo

October 27, 2022 16:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB

Rocket fans! Ever wonder what it's like to be a QB for the Toledo Rockets?? Tune in this week with the boys from MBG for a fantastic interview with UT QB, AJ Gucciardo! We break down this week's game against EMU with AJ and talk about some fun stories from AJ's career over the past four years. You don't want to miss this one! TOL!! 

UT vs Buffalo

October 20, 2022 20:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MB

We are midseason Rocket fans and with that, we have for you a 2022 midseason episode!! Join Rocket Ryan, PJ Spiller, and Zac from the Mac for their picks of Toledo's offensive and defensive player of the year so far! Also, we breakdown UT's win over Kent State and this week's matchup against the Bulls in Buffalo! TOL!!

UT vs Kent State feat. Michael Reghi

October 15, 2022 19:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MB

Join us live at tailgate Rocket faithful! We have an awesome episode recorded, (for the first time inside the Ole #11 Rockets bus in Lot 6) just before the Rockets game against Kent State. We have the honor to chat some Rocket football with legendary broadcaster, Michael Reghi! Tune in to hear our predictions and breakdown for your Rockets! TOL!!!

UT vs NIU feat. Damion Jones-Moore

October 06, 2022 20:00 - 37 minutes - 26.2 MB

What a homecoming win for our Rockets against CMU! We hope you enjoyed that as much as we did! This week, we have a special guest!! Former UT running back, Damion Jones-Moore. Damion had a fantastic career at UT. We chat with Damion to catch up on what he's up to now and look back at some old memories of #24/#1. We also break down the CMU game and give our predictions this week against NIU. TOL!!

UT vs CMU feat. CSC Podcast & CJ Nossaman

October 02, 2022 19:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MB

What a win for Toledo, 1-0 in the MAC!!! Welcome back Rocket fans. We loved seeing everyone out at the tailgate and game Saturday. We decided to set up a few mics at the ol #11 Rockets bus in lot 6 and have a few friends on to chat about Rockets football! Tune in to catch up with the boys from CSC Podcast and meet former Toledo long snapper, CJ Nossaman! PJ Spiller has a great discussion with AJ and Alex regarding the transfer portal, you don't want to miss that! TOL!!

UT vs SDSU

September 22, 2022 20:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MB

Good morning, good afternoon, good evening Rocket fans!! We're back and still kicking after a tough loss against OSU. The Rockets look to come back with a win against San Diego State University! Tune in this week as we break down the loss from OSU and the upcoming game against SDSU! TOL!!

UT vs OSU

September 15, 2022 19:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MB

Welcome back Rocket fans! You may have noticed, we've been uploading new content like crazy since the season started. I guess we are just as excited for Rocket football as all of you are! Huge week for the Rockets as they travel to Columbus to face The Ohio State University! Back by popular demand, Zach Powhida joins your hosts, "Rocket" Ryan and Pat "PJ Spiller", for an in depth breakdown for this week's matchup. We go over everything that we think the Rockets can do to pull off the upset o...

Live at the Tailgate - UMass - Feat. Alex Scheer & Zach Powhida

September 12, 2022 03:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MB

We are live!! Join us live at the ol' #11 Rockets school bus and tailgate for the pregame show against UMass! Guest Alex Scheer joins us for a quick breakdown of both last week's game against LIU and predictions for the now, Toledo Rockets victory vs. UMass. Also, be sure to tune in to find out the surprise visitor at the ol' #11; A famous legendary Toledo Rocket! TOL!!!

UT vs UMass feat. Punter Bailey Flint

September 09, 2022 16:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MB

We're back!! Week one of 2022 NCAA football is history. Join Rocket Ryan and PJ Spiller as they recap the Toledo Rocket's 37-0 win against Long Island University. We also go over our predictions for week two against UMass. If that doesn't get you excited, we have a special guest this week! Former Toledo Rockets punter, Bailey Flint, joins us to discuss his extremely interesting path from Australia to the University of Toledo. Tune in to find out his plans moving forward, including news from ...

Rockets Football 2022 Schedule Predictions

August 18, 2022 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MB

Its that time of the year Rocket fans!! Cooler weather, Rockets tailgates, and chili season is only a few weeks away! Tune in this week as Rocket Ryan and PJ Spiller discuss each game this season with predictions from Rocket Ryan, PJ Spiller, Producer Kyle W, and Co-Producer Nate. Keep track with us through the season to see who knows the Rockets the best! We also dive into the fantastic women's basketball schedule just released and the results from the men's basketball team recently playing...

Rockets Football 2022 Schedule Predictions

August 18, 2022 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MB

Its that time of the year Rocket fans!! Cooler weather, Rockets tailgates, and chili season is only a few weeks away! Tune in this week as Rocket Ryan and PJ Spiller discuss each game this season with predictions from Rocket Ryan, PJ Spiller, Producer Kyle W, and Co-Producer Nate. Keep track with us through the season to see who knows the Rockets the best! We also dive into the fantastic women's basketball schedule just released and the results from the men's basketball team recently playing...

OLB #56 Terrance Taylor

August 04, 2022 10:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

Welcome back Rocket fans! We have an early release episode for you this week, and its a good one! We welcome Toledo Rockets OLB #56 Terrance Taylor to the show this week!! Tune in to get to know Terrance and learn about his path to the Toledo Rockets. We also ask Terrance's opinion on the expectations of the defense for the upcoming season, his thoughts on the recent addition of NIL for the players, and more. TOL!!