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From The Press Box | Coach Josh Strickland on Hallsville's High Expectations, Experienced Bobcats & 2026 Season Preview
The Hallsville Bobcats enter the 2026 football season with experience, speed and expectations. Hallsville head football coach Josh Strickland joins David…
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From The Press Box | Coach Bo Maines on Elysian Fields Football, Building Trust & Chasing Another District Title
Year two has arrived for Elysian Fields head football coach Bo Maines, and with heightened expectations comes a new challenge: building a new identity while…
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NCAA's Latest Court Loss, Protect College Sports Act & Can College Athletics Be Saved? | From The Press Box
College athletics continues to evolve—and this week may have been one of the most significant yet. On this segment of From The Press Box, David and Matt…
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From The Press Box: Kicking Off Fall Workouts, MLB Trade Deadline, NCAA Chaos & LeBron Lands in Philly
Football season has officially arrived in East Texas, and there's no shortage of major sports stories to discuss. On this episode of From The Press Box, David…
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From The Press Box: Scott Surratt on Carthage’s Dynasty, East Texas Roots & Sustaining Success
Carthage athletic director and head football coach Scott Surratt joins From The Press Box for a wide-ranging conversation about East Texas football…
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Leadership Never Retires: Dr. Jerry Gibson on Legacy, Resilience & Continuing to Serve | School House Rocks
Does a true leader ever really retire? In this heartfelt closing conversation on School House Rocks, host David Weaver sits down with Superintendent Dr. Jerry…
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Faith, Government & Education: Teaching The Bible In Texas Public Schools | School House Rocks
Should the Bible be taught in public schools? It's one of the most discussed—and most debated—issues facing education today. In this episode of School House…
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School Choice, ESAs, & The Future of Texas Public Schools | School House Rocks
What does the future hold for public education in Texas? In this episode of School House Rocks, host David Weaver sits down with retired superintendent Dr…
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School House Rocks | Dr. Jerry Gibson on Leadership, School Turnarounds, and Putting Students First
What separates a good school district from a great one? Former Marshall ISD Superintendent Dr. Jerry Gibson joins host David Weaver for an in-depth…
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NIL In Texas High School Sports: Is It Reality or Rumor? | From The Press Box
Could NIL eventually reshape Texas high school athletics? On this segment from a recent episode of From The Press Box, David Weaver and Matt Paul discuss the…
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Texas High Schools: New UIL Requirements Tackle A Hot Issue | From The Press Box
Will new UIL practice regulations effectively tackle the heat in Texas? Football season is just around the corner —but before teams hit the field, there's a…
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From The Press Box | Texas Football Safety Rules, High School NIL, SEC Shakeup & ESPN Layoffs
Football season is almost here, and some of the biggest stories are happening off the field. 🏈 On this episode of From The Press Box, David and Matt discuss…
The Write Team PodcastFrom The Press Box: DeSoto Coach Claude Mathis on Championships,Time In Marshall, & Building Winning Cultures
Three-time Texas state champion coach Claude Mathis joins From The Press Box for an in-depth conversation about one of the most successful coaching careers in…
The Write Team PodcastFrom The Press Box: Big 12 Headlines, Texas Tech Spotlight & Football's Toughest Safety Question
The countdown to football season continues, and the biggest stories are already making headlines. 🏈 On this segment from a recent episode of From The Press…
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From The Press Box: MLB All-Star Debate, Pitch Counts & Are No-Hitters Becoming Impossible?
Why can't we just let pitchers pitch anymore? ⚾ On this segment of From The Press Box, the guys tackle two of baseball's hottest debates: the growing…
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From The Press Box: Mark Cuban's Lawsuit, LeBron's Next Move & The Future of the Mavericks
The NBA offseason is delivering headlines—and one of the biggest stories isn't happening on the court this week. 🏀🔥 On this special segment from a recent…
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From The Press Box: Why Can't The U.S. Become A Soccer Superpower?
The United States' World Cup journey has ended, but the conversation about the future of American soccer is just beginning. ⚽🌎 On this special segment of From…
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From The Press Box: USA's Men's Soccer Problem; MLB's Pitch Count Curse; Football Safety Dilemma
The World Cup rolls on, NBA headlines continue to dominate, and football safety remains one of sports' biggest challenges. On this episode of From The Press…
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From The Press Box: NBA Summer Recap & Mavericks' New Direction
The NBA offseason is already making headlines, but first, we look back at an unforgettable Finals and what's next for some of the league's biggest franchises…
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From The Press Box: Is East Texas Being Overlooked? Recruiting Rankings, Dave Campbell's & Hidden Football Talent
Is East Texas football getting the recognition it deserves? 🏈 On this episode of From The Press Box, David and Matt examine one of the biggest questions…
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From The Press Box: World Cup Fever, Team USA's Opportunity & Why Soccer Is Captivating America
The FIFA World Cup has taken center stage, and even casual fans are getting caught up in the excitement. ⚽🌎 On this episode of From The Press Box, David Weaver…
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From The Press Box: World Cup Fever, Rangers Revival, NBA Free Agency & East Texas Football
David and Matt are back from a busy summer break, as From The Press Box returns with a packed episode covering the biggest stories in sports—from the global…
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A Conversation with David Bondi | A Journey Of Service In Sierra Leone
What happens when a young man leaves his home in Sierra Leone, earns an education in the United States, and then returns to serve the very people he left…
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A Conversation with Pastor Kolade in Sierra Leone | Missions, Church Planting & Reaching Africa for Christ
Pastor Olusegun Kolade is the founder of Watchmen Prophetic Missions International (WPMI), an organization whose goal is to touch of the lives of unreached…
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The Write Team Daily: "Bleeding Kansas"
Today's episode of The Write Team Daily revisits the violent Pottawatomie Massacre of May 24, 1856, when abolitionist John Brown and his followers killed five…
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The Write Team Daily: "The Final Ride of Bonnie & Clyde"
Today's episode of The Write Team Daily revisits the dramatic ambush that ended the violent crime spree of Bonnie and Clyde on May 23, 1934. The infamous…
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From The Press Box: East Texas Playoffs, Recruiting Insight & Football Season Around The Corner
Postseason softball and baseball continue across East Texas—and football season is already creeping closer. ⚾🥎🏈🔥 On this episode of From The Press Box, David…
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The Write Team Daily: "A Burning Ring Of Fire"
Today's episode of The Write Team Daily revisits the catastrophic Great Chilean Earthquake of May 22, 1960, the most powerful earthquake ever recorded in human…
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The Write Team Daily: "Have I Landed In Ireland?"
Today's episode of The Write Team Daily revisits the historic solo transatlantic flight of Amelia Earhart on May 21, 1932, when the pioneering aviator battled…
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From The Press Box: Spurs-Thunder Instant Classic, Wemby Ascends & NBA Flopping Debate
he Western Conference Finals may already be an all-time classic. 🏀🔥 On this episode of From The Press Box, we break down the unforgettable double overtime…
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From The Press Box: Hallsville Softball Returns to State Semis & East Texas Playoff Push
East Texas softball and baseball continue to shine deep into the postseason. 🥎⚾🔥 On this episode of From The Press Box, we break down a huge week of playoff…
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The Write Team Daily: "Hamburger Hill"
Today's episode of The Write Team Daily revisits the brutal Battle of Hamburger Hill during the Vietnam War, where American and South Vietnamese troops fought…
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From The Press Box: ETBU Coach Jared Hood on Super Regionals, Small Ball & Creating Chaos
The East Texas Baptist Tigers are headed back to the NCAA Super Regionals — and they’re doing it their way. ⚾🔥 On this special edition of From The Press Box…
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From The Press Box: Hallsville Softball, ETBU Super Regionals, NBA Thriller & SEC Softball Dominance
Playoff season is reaching another level across East Texas and beyond. 🎙️🔥 On this episode of From The Press Box, we cover a huge week in softball, baseball…
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The Write Team Daily: "Pray For The King"
Today's episode of The Write Team Daily explores the dramatic execution of Anne Boleyn on May 19, 1536, the tragic downfall of the queen whose marriage to…
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The Write Team Daily: "Vancouver! Vancouver! This Is It!"
Today's episode of The Write Team Daily revisits the catastrophic eruption of Mount St. Helens on May 18, 1980, when a massive volcanic blast devastated the…
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The Write Team Daily: "The Middle Passage"
Today's episode of The Write Team Daily examines the horrific realities of the transatlantic slave trade through the tragic sinking of the English slave ship…
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The Write Team Daily: "Bouncing Bombs"
Today's episode of The Write Team Daily explores the daring Dambusters Raid of May 16, 1943, when specially modified RAF bombers carried out Operation Chastise…
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From The Press Box: Wemby Responds, Lakers Questions & Giannis Trade Buzz
The NBA offseason conversation may already be bigger than the playoffs. 🏀🔥 On this episode of From The Press Box, we break down the latest developments across…
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The Write Team Daily: "Just As I Am"
Today's episode of The Write Team Daily explores the historic launch of Billy Graham’s 1957 New York Crusade, a revival meeting at Madison Square Garden that…
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From The Press Box: Remembering Bobby Cox, Baseball’s Postseason Reality & Rangers Perspective
Baseball lost one of its legendary voices with the passing of Bobby Cox. ⚾🙏 On this episode of From The Press Box, we reflect on the legacy of the longtime…
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The Write Team Daily: "The Unknown Continent"
Today's episode of The Write Team Daily follows the bold launch of the Lewis and Clark Expedition on May 14, 1804, as Meriwether Lewis, William Clark, and the…
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From The Press Box: ETBU AD Ryan Erwin on NCAA Regionals, Program Growth & Christ-Centered Athletics
Championship season has arrived at East Texas Baptist University. ⚾🥎🔥 On this special edition of From The Press Box, we’re joined by Ryan Erwin, Senior Vice…
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From The Press Box: ETBU Regional Weekend, NBA Playoff Drama, SEC Shots Fired & Rangers Frustration
A loaded episode from the Piney Woods of East Texas. 🎙️🔥 On this edition of From The Press Box, David and Matt are joined by Ryan Erwin, athletic director at…
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The Write Team Daily: "The Footprint Of America"
Today's episode of The Write Team Daily explores the difficult beginnings of England’s first permanent settlement in North America with the founding of…
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From The Press Box: Hallsville Coach Kayla Whatley on Ladycats Playoff Run, Team Culture & State Title Dreams
The Hallsville Ladycats are one win away from returning to the state semifinals. 🥎🔥 On this special edition of From The Press Box, David Weaver visits with…
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From The Press Box: Rangers Surprise the Cubs, Baseball Frustration & Remembering Bobby Cox
Baseball makes absolutely no sense sometimes—and that’s what makes it great. ⚾🔥 On this episode of From The Press Box, we break down the surprising series win…
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The Write Team Daily: "The Cost Of Fame"
Today's episode of The Write Team Daily examines the cost of fame and notoriety with the tragic climax of "The Crime of the Century" on May 12, 1932. The…
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From The Press Box: OKC Dominance, Knicks Surge, Wemby Controversy & Mavericks Lottery Debate
The NBA Playoffs are heating up—and so are the storylines. 🏀🔥 On this episode of From The Press Box, we break down the biggest developments across the NBA…
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From The Press Box: ETBU Regional Hopes, East Texas HS Baseball/Softball, NBA Playoff Drama & Rangers-Cubs Reaction
On this episode of From The Press Box, we cover everything from ETBU postseason excitement to NBA playoff drama and a huge weekend for the Texas Rangers. 🥎⚾…
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The Write Team Daily: "Operation Finale"
On May 11, 1960, Nazi war criminal Adolf Eichmann had been hiding comfortably in Argentina, trying to outrun justice. But on this date, his murderous past…
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The Write Team Daily: "The Rest Of The Story"
Explore the defining moments of May 10 on this episode of Write Team Daily. We begin with the debut of Paul Harvey’s legendary radio feature The Rest of the…
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The Write Team Daily: Mother's Day Proclamation, Buffalo Bill Cody & Michael Landon | Genesis 6
Today's episode of The Write Team Daily looks back at the birth of Mother's Day, when a grassroots effort of honor and remembrance led to one of the most…
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The Write Team Daily: "A New Season Of Hope" (May 8, 2026)
Explore the defining moments of May 8 on this episode of The Write Team Daily. On May 8,1945, Nazi Germany formally surrendered and World War II in Europe…
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The Write Team Daily: "Awakening The Sleeping Giant" (May 7, 2026)
Explore the defining moments of May 7 on this episode of The Write Team Daily. When a German torpedo sank the RMS Lusitania on May 7, 1915, it changed the…
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From The Press Box: ETBU Softball Coach Janae Shirley on ASC Tournament, Team Culture & Postseason Push
Championship softball returns to Marshall. 🥎🏆 On this special edition of From The Press Box, David and Matt are joined by Janae Shirley, head coach of the East…
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Savannah Bananas Mania—Baseball Revolution or Just a Show? | From The Press Box
The Savannah Bananas packed Kyle Field with more than 100,000 fans… but is Banana Ball changing baseball for the better? ⚾🍌 On this episode of From The Press…
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The Write Team Daily: "It Went Down In Flames"
Explore the defining moments of May 6 on this episode of The Write Team Daily. We begin with the tragic Hindenburg disaster of 1937, when the world’s largest…
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The Write Team Daily: "A Massacre At Bay View" (May 5, 2026)
Explore the defining moments of May 5 on this episode of Write Team Daily. We begin with the tragic Bay View Massacre of 1886, where workers striking for an…
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From The Press Box: ETBU Coach Jared Hood on Back-to-Back Championships & Building a Winning Culture
Championship culture in East Texas. ⚾🏆 On this special edition of From The Press Box, we sit down with Jared Hood, head coach of the East Texas Baptist Tigers…