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 Weekly visits with Johnny “Ballpark” Franks!

1-13-10

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1-20-10

Part 1-

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Part 2-

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1-27-10

Part 1-

http://www.supload.com/listen?s=qehpYH

Part 2-

http://www.supload.com/listen?s=Zml2Lz

2-09-10

Part 1-

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Part 2-

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Can You Believe It?

Hello all, 

 It is great to be back  from the great state of California and “The Granddaddy of them All!” It was a whirlwind experience and I would not trade it for the world. I have covered some big events in NASCAR and the NFL but this was the culmination of  my college sports career  thus  far( Don’t worry –there is MUCH more to come).  The advice from everyone I knew was to soak up every minute and believe me I did.  I was busier than Tiger Woods on Valentine’s Day, but not too busy to stop and smell the roses (no pun intended). 

But I always say, “the mark of a good life is when you love to travel, but you love to the life you come home even more.”  That couldn’t be truer for me.

 I can always count on sports, particularly college football to keep me highly entertained. And the past couple of months have been no exception. We are still playing “Where is Waldo,” with Tiger Woods and the rash of coaches that have been fired for allegedly abusing their players is shocking. 

We have all been playing will he or won’t he with Smart and Georgia and I hear from my sources over there that they have ex-communicated him from UGA.  I knew back in 2006 that old Pete Carroll was just looking for the right opportunity to jump ship at USC. If you think he was fidgety then, he had full blown Tourette’s waiting for the Seahawks to get rid of Mora so they could hire him. I mean wouldn’t you, knowing that the NCAA combined the Mayo and Bush investigation?  And if that weren’t enough, add the whole Joe McKnight fancy car fiasco and you might be looking elsewhere for employment too. Too bad he fostered an environment where these things went on in droves and then turned his head as if to say, “Huh…what are you talking about?” Come on old Pete…really?  Good luck mucking up the Seahawks.

 Now USC has picked a REAL winner in Lane Kiffin, even if they did have to offer the job a reported four times before giving to the golden boy (Mike Riley, Jack Del Rio, Jeff Fisher, and Steve Sarkisian).   I must not be alone in believing that it won’t be long before the NCAA puts the strong arm to the so called “golden calf”  of  major college football.  The real winner in all of this is Tennessee, yes I said Tennessee. Essentially they get a do over. They get to start over with a Coach (hopefully) that has humility, reverence for the power of the SEC and the Coaches that comprise it, and a good attitude ( seems simple but after seeing Kiffin and his” if I’m not going to get my way, then I’m taking my ball and going home attitude,” I take nothing for granted) among other things.

If this is the way 2010 starts my friends, then strap on your helmets because we are in for one bumpy ride!

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2010 BCS National Championship

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Weekly interview with Johnny “Ballpark” Franks! We talk The Tide and Tiger!!

12-2-09 Part 1-

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12-2-09 Part 2-

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A day with John Croyle, Founder of The Big Oak Boys and Girls Ranch

Hello all, 

I hope this post finds you healthy and happy as the Holiday season approaches!  I  was honored to visit the Big Oak Ranch this week and interview Former Alabama defensive end John Croyle. He has the MOST amazing story, I challenge you to go to www.bigoak.org and read all about what he is doing for children OR you can join www.tidesportsextra.com and view the story we tell about the ranch and John.  Enjoy the pictures below!

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October Radio (boo!)

10-14-09-w/Johnny Franks of The Ump

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10-21-08- w/Johnny Franks

http://www.supload.com/listen?s=fORNGz

10-28-09- w/Johnny Franks

http://www.supload.com/listen?s=KNZnK8

10-14-09-w/Mark Heim of The Sports Table

http://www.supload.com/listen?s=dhY3ot

10-21-09-w/Mark Heim

http://www.supload.com/listen?s=TkTc1K

10-28-09-w/Mark Heim

http://www.supload.com/listen?s=dtJKK6

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A great article on the preposterous polls!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/266393-week-six-polls-released-more-comedy-ensues

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Getting down with Mark Heim of The Sports Table!

9-16-09

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9-30-09

Part 1-

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Part 2-

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More of what you want….

Weekly segements with the one and only, Johnny “Ballpark” Franks! 

9-16-09

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9-30-09

http://www.supload.com/listen?s=5ktTl4

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Getting down with Mark Heim of The Sports Table!

9-9-09

Part 1

http://www.supload.com/listen?s=SGNs05

Part 2

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9-16-09

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Back with a vengance…..

Interview with Johnny “Ballpark” Franks

9-9-09

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9-16-09

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I have taken a new job!!

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Hello all,

I wanted to let you know that I have taken a new job in Tuscaloosa, Al. at the Tuscaloosa News. As their online Sports Anchor; I cover football practices and press conferences, host the The Cecil Hurt Show, contribute to In the Trenches and am assigned to feature projects.  I absolutely love it! If you would like to follow me you can go to www.tidesportsextra.com and become a member for pennies a day! I look forward to seeing you there!  Here are some pictures from UA vs. VaTech at the Georgia Dome.

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A month worth of Interviews with the Legendary Johnny “Ballpark ” Franks!

8-05-09

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8-12-09

http://www.supload.com/listen?s=PeZbKu

8-19-09

http://www.supload.com/listen?s=jCLVF7

8-29-09

http://www.supload.com/listen?s=l2RoD0

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Please forgive me….

Hello all,

  I wanted to apologize for the delay in uploading the audio from my recent radio segments with Johnny “Ballpark” Franks and Mark Heim of the Sports Table. They will be up shortly. Have a fabulous and blessed day!

Rachel Baribeau

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Weekly interview with Johnny “Ballpark” Franks! 7-29-09

I do an interview with the legendary Johnny “Ballpark” Franks every week on Sports Radio 730 The Ump out of Huntsville, Al.  This week we recapped The 2009 SEC Media Days and much more!  Although I am usually fiery and passionate, I believe I had an extra dose of it this week.  ENJOY!

http://www.mediafire.com/?kz0oiztbmgd

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Recognize this pose?

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If this is your first time to my site, welcome! If not, you know enough about me by now to know that I am not one to follow the crowd!  That is why, when I saw everyone posing behind the Heisman I just had to step it up a notch!  It took me a couple of times , and a great photographer, to get it right but I think the end result was a complete success!  I hope you have a great day and an even better time listening to the audio ( below) from SEC Media days!

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2009 SEC Media Days!




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Are you getting ready for football season?

Hello all,

Wow…we are just over two months away from football season and if you are anything like me, you are SUPER excited!  Here is something to keep you going!  I was fortunate enough to catch up with the Head Coaches from both Auburn and Alabama. Enjoy!!

 Gene Chizik-http://www.supload.com/listen?s=UkvzYj

  Nick Saban-http://www.supload.com/listen?s=lYxv1S

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OHHHH…less than 3 months until College Football!!!

Weekly interview with Johnny ” Ballpark” Franks!

5-27-09 Part 1

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5-27-09 Part 2

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It just keeps getting better and better!

Audio from my weekly visit with  Johnny “Ballpark” Franks!

5-20-09 Part 1

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