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Sports Zone: New era of LSU Football officially begins
WGNO Sports - September 03, 2022 20:58 - 21 minutesWelcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, the Superdome turf is painted, plans are ready and all Brian Kelly has to do now is reveal who is under center. A veteran Tiger watcher chimes in on the beginning of a ...
WGNO Sports: Talkin's Saints, Tigers, Green Wave & more with Lester Ricard
WGNO Sports - August 31, 2022 03:17 - 24 minutesWelcome to WGNO Sports 'Morning Call' with former NFL quarterback Lester Ricard and Friday Night Football's own Aaron S. Lee. In this episode, Lester and Aaron hit the latest headlines, including the return of Saints starting QB Jameis Winston in his first game action since his season-...
WGNO Sports: Talkin' Saints, Tigers, Green Wave & more with Lester Ricard
WGNO Sports - August 31, 2022 03:17 - 24 minutesWelcome to WGNO Sports 'Morning Call' with former NFL quarterback Lester Ricard and Friday Night Football's own Aaron S. Lee. In this episode, Lester and Aaron hit the latest headlines, including the return of Saints starting QB Jameis Winston in his first game action since his season-...
WGNO Sports: Talkin's Saints, Tigers, Green Wave & more with Lester Ricard
WGNO Sports - August 31, 2022 03:17 - 24 minutesWelcome to WGNO Sports 'Morning Call' with former NFL quarterback Lester Ricard and Friday Night Football's own Aaron S. Lee. In this episode, Lester and Aaron hit the latest headlines, including the return of Saints starting QB Jameis Winston in his first game action since his season-...
Friday Night Football: 2022 Jamboree Edition
WGNO Sports - August 27, 2022 07:17 - 45 minutesFriday Night Football, presented by the Allstate Sugar Bowl, is back with all the prep football highlights and feature stories as the 31st season kicks off with a jam-packed 'Jamboree edition' hosted by Ed Daniels and Coach JT Curtis.
Sports Zone: Can Saints return to double-digit wins in 2022-23?
WGNO Sports - August 27, 2022 06:54 - 21 minutesWelcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, the Saints wrap up the preseason, now it is on to the good stuff, the games that count. And, the Saints starting quarterback said he can't wait. Jameis Winston: "I am ...
Sports Zone: LSU QB battle in Baton Rouge
WGNO Sports - August 12, 2022 22:04 - 21 minutesWelcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, the LSU Tigers' opener against Florida State is around the corner, and new head coach Brian Kelly says he hasn't selected a starting quarterback – yet. "You have a very ...
Sports Zone: Training Camps heat up summer for Saints, Tigers, Greenies & more
WGNO Sports - August 05, 2022 22:10 - 21 minutesWelcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, the Tigers kick off fall camp and first-year LSU head coach Brian Kelly is excited, even to see reporters. "Welcome back everybody. It is great to have you here," Kelly ...
Sports Zone: Saints are open for business!
WGNO Sports - August 01, 2022 03:46 - 21 minutesWelcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, it seems like such a long time ago, when Michael Thomas was the best receiver in the game. Will his comeback be stellar or something less? We discuss. And have the la...
Sports Zone: Football season is here!
WGNO Sports - July 24, 2022 00:01 - 19 minutesWelcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, LSU head coach Brian Kelly wanted to be solid at SEC media days. He may have been a lot better. Reporters covering the SEC sing the praises of the new LSU football coac...
Sports Zone: 231 million reasons Pelicans' future is bright
WGNO Sports - July 09, 2022 00:34 - 21 minutesWelcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, the New Orleans Pelicans’ birthday present to Zion Williamson was a 5-year, $231 million rookie max extension. His message to anyone who doubted his commitment to the P...
Sports Zone: LSU Baseball, Pelicans Basketball & Breakers Football
WGNO Sports - July 01, 2022 21:50 - 21 minutesWelcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, LSU baseball loads up in the transfer portal. But, in a state that loves its homegrown talent, how will it play with the Tiger faithful? The Pelicans draft gets high ma...
Sports Zone: Saints QB2 says he still has the goods to be a No. 1
WGNO Sports - June 12, 2022 18:08 - 20 minutesWelcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, Andy Dalton's first taste of being a New Orleans saint and what he has to offer if his number is called. "I definitely have a lot of confidence in what I can do." Plus...
Sports Zone: The Breakers are back!
WGNO Sports - April 21, 2022 00:03 - 21 minutesWelcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode,... Win or lose, is the Pelicans' season a success? We discuss. The New Orleans Saints have needs across the board and are in position to fill them. "You can get a da...
Sports Zone: Bold moves point Saints toward immediate success
WGNO Sports - April 11, 2022 23:58 - 21 minutesWelcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode,The Saints now have two first-round picks. Will one of them be a quarterback? Richie Mills and Ed Daniels discuss. Tulane has a new offensive coordinator – again – her...
Sports Zone: Final Four is BACK!
WGNO Sports - April 02, 2022 18:58 - 20 minutesWelcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, the Final Four is back – and with a twist – a New Orleanian will be on the floor making his city proud. However, his road to the final four had a pothole, or two. Cale...
Sports Zone: NAIA National Champs in da house!
WGNO Sports - March 26, 2022 19:35 - 21 minutesWelcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, the new Purple and Gold boss lays down some markers for his team as spring practice kicks off. "They passed a robust test of consistency with academics," said the Tiger...
Sports Zone: March is Madness
WGNO Sports - March 20, 2022 21:38 - 21 minutesWelcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, one Jesuit institution shocks the world. How their success can be a teaching moment for a university on the verge of its first hoops national title in 77 years. Speakin...
Sports Zone: Zion is back - kinda!
WGNO Sports - March 13, 2022 20:11 - 21 minutesWelcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, Tulane baseball making front-page news – with a dramatic rally against the national champs. So, with that, we ask Green Wave head coach Travis Jewett the question -- an...
Friday Night Sports: Prep Hoops post-season reaches climactic conclusion
WGNO Sports - March 05, 2022 22:08 - 22 minutesWGNO sports director Ed Daniels is joined on the desk by Holy Cross basketball coach Mister Kirkwood in the season finale of Friday Night Sports featuring the very best prep sports coverage throughout New Orleans.
Sports Zone: Could – or should – Zion return this season?
WGNO Sports - March 05, 2022 21:18 - 21 minutesWelcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, The Curtis girls do something even their legendary football program could not. We talk to their accomplished head coach, Temeka Johnson, about that, and about a place s...
Friday Night Sports: Hoop Dreams + Fields of Dreams – NOLA-style
WGNO Sports - February 28, 2022 04:07 - 22 minutesWGNO sports director Ed Daniels is joined on the desk by Holy Cross basketball coach Mister Kirkwood in this episode of Friday Night Sports featuring the very best prep sports coverage throughout New Orleans.
Sports Zone: Zion's future, Arch Manning's decision & UNO football
WGNO Sports - February 28, 2022 03:41 - 21 minutesWelcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, a former Pelicans teammate goes off on Zion Williamson. Was Zion not invested? We share our take. We haven't seen much of the new LSU football coach, but this high scho...
Sports Zone: Are Saints QB woes in need of a quick fix?
WGNO Sports - February 20, 2022 21:31 - 21 minutesWelcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, the Rams try for a top-shelf quarterback and it pays off with a title. Should the Saints with a talented roster do the same? We discuss. Loyola hoops ... a special te...
Friday Night Sports: Girl's Basketball, Soccer hit championship stretch
WGNO Sports - February 20, 2022 20:45 - 22 minutesWGNO sports director Ed Daniels is joined on the desk by Delgado Community College women's basketball head coach Eddie Fields in this episode of Friday Night Sports featuring the very best prep and collegiate sports throughout New Orleans.
Friday Night Sports: Prep Basketball heats up winter with district play
WGNO Sports - February 12, 2022 19:52 - 22 minutesWGNO sports director Ed Daniels is once again joined on the desk by Delgado Athletic Director and head baseball coach Joe Scheuermann in the season debut of Friday Night Sports featuring the very best prep basketball and soccer throughout New Orleans.
Sports Zone: Saints new head coach – good hire or not?
WGNO Sports - February 12, 2022 19:21 - 21 minutesWelcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, the Saints stay in-house for their new head coach. Dennis Allen – was he a good hire? Our panel weighs in. Super Bowl LVI (56) – one of the best players in the history...
Sports Zone: Ed Orgeron talks Joe Burrow, LSU, Super Bowl LIV and more
WGNO Sports - February 07, 2022 00:12 - 21 minutesNEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, former LSU football coach Ed Orgeron stopped by WGNO Studios looking relaxed and happy. And he is soon headed west to watch the Big Game with lots o...
Sports Zone: First Brees, Now Payton. What's Next?
WGNO Sports - January 30, 2022 00:10 - 21 minutesWelcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, "Shocker in Saints-land!" Sean Payton retires – TV, a likely destination for now. "I think i would be pretty good at it," said Payton. And then after that? Is 'The Sta...
Sports Zone: Sean Payton to Cowboys postseason talk surfaces yet again
WGNO Sports - January 22, 2022 17:27 - 21 minutesNEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Another New Orleans Saints offseason is clouded by Sean Payton to Dallas rumors. After their playoff implosion, how some Cowboys faithful feel about the topic. "I feel [Sean Payton] was the one that got away," Pro Football Hall-of-Fame wider receiver and former Co...
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