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The Beat of Sports
The Beat of Sports with the voice of UCF Sports Marc Daniels. Delivering sports the way you like it - Weekdays 9a-12p on FM 96.9 The Game
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The Beat of SportsHow Did We Get to This Point with Transfers in High School Football?
We know about transfers in college football but it has made its way down to the high school level. How did we get to this point and what schools have…
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A New Scott Frost
Fall camp is underway for UCF and Matt Murschel explains a difference he sees in Scott Frost and how the last eight years has changed Frost's perspective and…
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FSU Bounce Back? Miami Plays D? Cam Mellor on ACC Expectations
With FSU's schedule, what is a realistic win total for the Noles? How will Carson Beck fare in Miami and will their defense show improvements? Could SMU make…
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A Taste of NFL Action
The NFL is now 42 days away. CV throws Tuck some questions to preview the upcoming season. Will Baker Mayfield throw for 15+ INTs again or will Lamar Jackson…
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Is ACC in a Transition Period?
The ACC is not the dominant conference it used to be. Matt Murschel explains why he believes they are currently in a transition period as they try to avoid…
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Sports Law with Richard Hale
Richard Hale talks about the major sports law stories including DraftKings settling a few lawsuits, a fan lawsuit against an NFL player's brother, and Rashee…
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The Top 136 College Football Quarterbacks Ranked
Sam Khan partnered up with Antonio Morales to rank all 136 college football quarterbacks and separated them by tiers. Sam explains what made him come up with…
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Jared Verse Setting Himself Up for Success
Pro Football Network ranked their top 100 players ahead of the 2025 season and Jared Verse came in at No. 9. Their rankings go beyond the typical stats and Cam…
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50 Days Until the 2025 NFL Season Opener
Today is July 16th which means the NFL season opener is 50 days away. Where will RJ Harvey finish in terms of rushing yards? Will Mike Evans continue his…
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Will We See College Coach's Salaries Impacted at the Power 4 Level?
In today's salary cap and pay-for-play world in college football, will we see that impact the salaries of coaches? Do Athletic Directors pay coaches more…
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Opt Outs Impacting MLB All-Star Game
Cal Raleigh won the Home Run Derby Monday night and the All-Star game is Tuesday night. Former UCF baseball player Stephen Branca talks about the impact that…
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MARC DIGS INTO THE ALL-STAR GAME & IT'S FUTURE!
MARC TALKS ABOUT ONE OF THE TOP ALL-STAR MOMENTS, 55 YEARS TODAY! IS THE FUTURE OF THE ALL-STAR GAME IN JEOPARTY?
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DAVID MCKENZIE CALLS IN!
DAVID MCKENZIE CALLS IN TO DISCUSS PRIVATE EQUITY & ITS AFFECT ON PLAYER COMPOSITION, QUALITY, ETC
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TIM BAGHURST CALLS IN!
TIM BAGHURST CALLS IN TO DISCUSS WHY: - 1-IN-5 COACHES ARE NEW - FLORIDA HAS LOWER STIPENDS VERSUS OTHER STATES -MAINTAINING COACH STANDARDS CAN BE DIFFICULT
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Sports Law with Richard Hale
Richard Hale discusses the latest in Sports Law including the Big Beautiful Bill impacting gambling, Leonard Hamilton's NIL case, and Nick Tarnasky potential…
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Hanging On to the Past
Scott Frost is getting a lot of heat for comments he made in reference to his previous college coaching job. Marc makes the point that no matter what Coach…
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Sorting Out the NBA's Free Agency Frenzy
The Magic added Tyus Jones but could still be looking to make some moves, Milwaukee stunned the NBA world by releasing Damian Lillard and then signing Myles…
The Beat of SportsTuesday, July 1st
The show gets some big news regarding SGA, Damian Lillard, and Myles Turner, On the Marc / Off the Marc, and visits from Philip Rossman-Reich (Magic), Brendan…
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What's Next for the Magic?
The Magic signed Tyus Jones to a one-year deal but because they are over the salary cap, they had to use the non-taxpayer mid-level exception. What does doing…
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What Moves Can the Magic Make?
Yossi Gozlan is an NBA Salary Cap Analyst and he breaks down what the aprons mean as well as what moves the Magic can still make with their limited cap space.
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Is This the End of LBJ in LA?
Marc and CV discuss the LeBron James saga. He opted into his deal with the Lakers but will he finish his career in LA or could he head back east?
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Step Back 3 with MOD
Mike O'Donnell joins the show for his weekly segment and shares his thoughts on Jase Richardson, who he thinks the steal of the NBA Draft is, and his thoughts…
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Sports Law with Richard Hale
Richard Hale discusses the latest stories in sports law including why MLB is not naming the person who was talking about Ketel Marte's mom, his thoughts on the…
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Will the 2027 NFL Draft be Greater than the 2026 Draft?
It's never too early to look ahead at next year's draft but is it possible that we are already looking to the 2027 NFL Draft and declaring it greater than the…
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News and Notes Around the NBA
Keith Smith shares his thoughts on the NBA Finals, why we are seeing more Achilles injuries, some of the big NBA trades, and what to expect in Wednesday…
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Pete Nakos Describes his Conversation with New FSU QB Thomas Castellanos
Florida State begins their 2025 season at home with a game against Alabama. Thomas Castellanos, who transferred from Boston College, made a few remarks that…
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Bigger Picture Involving Wisconsin Lawsuit Against Miami
Does the transfer portal really matter? Marc explains why it doesn't as Wisconsin is suing Miami for tampering with a football transfer.
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How is Kevin Durant's Career Viewed?
Kevin Durant is now on his 5th team after the Suns traded him to the Rockets. Marc and CV take a look at Durant's career and question how he is viewed.
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Sports Law with Richard Hale
Richard Hale discusses the latest in the world of sports law including a wrestling cameraman suing for a wrestler going off script and the cameraman getting…
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How the Rays Situation Impacts MLB Expansion
The Tampa Bay Rays are on the verge of being sold for $1.7 billion. Kurt Badenhausen shares details of the potential deal and how this situation with the Rays…
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Is Orlando at the Mercy of What Happens to the Rays?
Members of the Orlando Dreamers group had a chance to talk to the tourism leaders on I Drive Monday. JC Carnahan shares his thoughts on the meeting and…
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How Does Desmond Bane Help Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner?
The Magic are not a good shooting team, that's no secret. Desmond Bane will certainly help from that aspect but how will he help Paolo Banchero and Franz…
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Desmond Bane Will Fit "A Lot Better" with Magic Than KCP - Josh Robbins
Desmond Bane is now a member of the Orlando Magic after the team dealt away four first-round picks, a pick swap, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, and Cole Anthony to…
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How Important is Game 4 for OKC?
Mike O'Donnell talks about some of the major tweaks for the upcoming college basketball season. In addition, he shares his thoughts on the NBA Finals and just…
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Sports Law with Richard Hale
Zakai Zeigler was a fifth season of college basketball by a judge. Richard Hale discusses this as well as the other major sports law stories going on including…
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Cam Mellor: "Very, Truly Interested" to See How FSU Uses Thomas Castellanos
Thomas Castellanos transferred from Boston College to Florida State. How will new offensive coordinator Gus Malzahn use him? Cam Mellor explains why he is…
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As Tyrese Haliburton Goes, the Pacers Go
The NBA Finals are tied at 1-1 with Game 3 Wednesday night. Tyrese Haliburton did hit the game-winning shot in Game 1 but has struggled overall in the series…
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Latest on UCF Facilities
FBC Mortgage Stadium will no longer be the name of UCF's stadium. Matt Murschel talks about the new name and shares the latest regarding the renovations around…
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Step Back 3 with MOD
First round, Semi-Finals, Eastern Conference Finals, and now the NBA Finals. Tyrese Haliburton has hit a shot to either win the game or send it to overtime in…
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Sports Law
A high school federation in California is getting sued by a Boise State freshman, a Texas NIL law, and years of eligibility getting challenged. A lot going on…
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State of Youth Sports
Dionne Koller discusses her new book, "More Than Play" and how the specialization in youth sports is leading to more injuries, the lack of certified coaches in…
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Who Will Replace Tom Thibodeau?
The Knicks made the decision to move on from Tom Thibodeau after five years with the team. Why was he fired and what's a realistic list of names to potentially…
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What's Happened with College Baseball?
Players hit doubles and have to dance, pitchers going above and beyond with their stare downs after a strikeout, coaches yelling slurs at players. Emotion is…
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What Makes You Think Tyreek Hill Will Change?
Tyreek Hill was asked about being a captain in 2025 for the Dolphins and Marc questions why people think Hill will change given his history of off-field issues…
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Is There a Concern About Wear and Tear on the College RB?
Cam Mellor explains the fine line NFL teams walk as they look to bring in a college running back. Do they want a guy with a ton of college carries may not have…
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Fantasy Football History and a Fantasy Football Millionaire
We take a look back at how fantasy football started, who started it, and an in-depth look at who Justin Herzig is and how he's made so much money playing…
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Wednesday, May 28th
Marc shares his disappointment with the Knicks falling down 3-1 to the Pacers, some of what Scott Frost talked about with the Orlando Touchdown Club, and…
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On the Marc / Off the Marc
If the Knicks win the title, would this be the greatest NBA title run in history? Should Paul Skenes force his way out of Pittsburgh? Just a couple of the…
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What is Aaron Rodgers' Brand?
Aaron Rodgers spoke at an event over the weekend and was asked about his playing future. He quickly turned down the possibility of playing for the Saints. So…
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Brock Purdy, the "Ideal System Quarterback"
Brock Purdy has a new deal in San Francisco. Cam Mellor shares his thoughts on the contract as well as his thoughts on Purdy overall as a QB and why he is the…
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Nick Saban...The Billionaire?
Nick Saban is on the cusp of becoming a billionaire. How? Chase Peterson-Withorn explains how Saban's wealth has grown outside of football.
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"The Art of Foul Drawing"
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander took 14 free throws in Game 1. He's been criticized for flopping. Keith Smith explains the art of foul drawing.
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Does Juan Soto Regret Leaving the Yankees?
Marc discusses the body language of Juan Soto and the lack of effort that he's displayed recently and he questions whether Soto regrets leaving the Yankees for…
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From Mr. Irrelevant to Mr. Money Bags
Marc and CV discuss Brock Purdy's new contract and why his is unique based on the amount of games played by Purdy as well as some NFL votes coming up.
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Sports Law with Richard Hale
A man is suing the NFL for $100 million over Shedeur Sanders falling in the NFL Draft. Does he have a case? Richard Hale discusses this case among a few others…
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The Story of Julian Hill
Julian Hill is entering his third year in the NFL with the Miami Dolphins. His path to the NFL was a difficult one. Tyler Dunne shares the story of Julian Hill…
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Reacting to the NFL Schedule Release
We finally have the full NFL schedule. Cam Mellor talks about which team benefits from the most weather friendly schedule, which team is most unhappy with…
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How Will Committee View Pete Rose?
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred removed Pete Rose (among others) off the "permanently ineligible list" which means he is eligible for the Hall of Fame. How will…
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Do the Troubles of the Marlins and Rays Impact Orlando's Baseball Efforts?
The Marlins aren't good and the Rays, even when good, don't sell tickets. Would this challenge pose an issue for the possibility of Orlando getting a baseball…
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Will Dillon Gabriel Have a Fair Shot in Cleveland?
The Cleveland Browns used a third round pick on Dillon Gabriel just to turn around in the fifth round and take Shedeur Sanders. Will Gabriel get a fair shot…