The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry
Welcome to “The Morning Kick-Off Show” with Mike “Hardball” Hardge and Olympian & WWE Legend, “The World’s Strongest Man” Mark Henry!
Episodes
Today, the guys talk about Cooper Flagg's NBA Summer League debut. The Thunder locked up their third in their Big Three to a long-term deal. Fireworks blinded Naja Harris. Xavier Worthy had some things to say to Kay Adams. The Texas Longhorns baseball team has two players looking forward to the draft. Cowboys' linemen are saying and thinking the right things. Cam Newton hypes up the SEC. Paul Finebaum have issues with college footb...
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July 10, 2025 • 11 mins
Today, the guys have Cedric Griffin from Lifetime Longhorn on the Legends of the Locker Room segment, as he discusses youth training at Lago Vista and Marble Falls for Track and Field. He explains what he does to inspire kids to perform at their highest level. We get his thoughts on the Texas Longhorn football team’s resurgence to a winning tradition. He elaborates on how recruiting for his sons is going. You can hear it all here o...
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Today, the guys talk about Devin Booker signing an extension to stay in Phoenix. Big 12 Media Day happened in Frisco, and Deion Sanders had some interesting things to say. The Texas Longhorn baseball team had some great news with key players coming back. We break down the NFC North Division, giving picks for over and under win totals. A crazy incident happened in Cooperstown. The NBA Summer League’s debut of Copper Flagg is tonight...
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July 9, 2025 • 7 mins
Today, Mark says Bijon Robinson is not that guy yet and it takes over the show.
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July 9, 2025 • 77 mins
Today, the guys talk about Texas players who will be attending SEC Media Day. Kirk Cousins on the show Quarterbacks talks about his decision to leave Minnesota and join the Atlanta Falcons, plus what went wrong. Mark has a shocking take on Bijan Robinson. Major League Baseball had an enjoyable day yesterday. Dak Prescott is ready and healthy—an NFC South breakdown of win totals. Sean Miller is tapping into a new market for recruiti...
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July 9, 2025 • 10 mins
Today the Guys talk to Phil Steele of the College Football Bible as he talks about the upcoming season, what to expect from the Longhorns, what to expect in the SEC and who will be the breakouts.
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July 8, 2025 • 75 mins
Today, the guys will talk about NBA offseason moves. Major League Baseball All-Star Game rosters are set. Who are the snubs? The MLB Draft is coming up, and a particular high school has unique circumstances. We break down the AFC South over/under wins projections. Ace Bailey looked excited in his NBA Summer League debut. NCAA College Football 26 is out. “The World’s Strongest Take!” Plus, conversations with Phil Steele of the Colle...
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Today, the guys discuss flood relief information for those who wish to donate, providing details on how to reach out and contribute what you can to help. Texas dodges a big one as it comes to recruiting. The Cleveland Guardians have a pitcher under investigation for gambling. Cowboys have more than Micah Parsons to worry about when it comes to extending essential pieces. The Texas Longhorns' secondary may be the best in the nation,...
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July 3, 2025 • 76 mins
Today, the guys discussed the Los Angeles Lakers' free agency moves. The New York Knicks have their head coach. The Texas Longhorn football team continues to get preseason love. Arch is getting more love. Clayton Kershaw reaches a milestone. Major League Baseball All-Star Game starters announced. Cowboys have a great time with team building. A new show on the SEC Network is must-watch television. "The World Strongest Take!" Plus, a...
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July 2, 2025 • 77 mins
Today, the guys talked about Paul Finebaum drinking the Arch Kool-Aid. Coach Steve Sarkisian talks about his offense with Greg McElroy. Dave Campbell Texas Football has its All Texas Team. We break down the NFC East over and under win totals for the season. Miles Turner makes a free agency decision. WNBA Expansion opinions express by one of its stars. Happy “Bobby Bonilla Day.” “The World’s Strongest Take!” Plus, a conversation w...
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Today, the guys talk about LeBron James staying with the Los Angeles Lakers, exercising his player option. The Pittsburgh Steelers are making more moves and trading for Jalen Ramsey. Texas State will start PAC-12 play in 2026. The WNBA announced three new franchises. What does the NFC West look like next season? The next big Netflix sports show is “America’s Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys.” Hardge has a new favorite NBA team, wh...
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June 30, 2025 • 77 mins
Today, the guys talked about NBA News with LeBron resigning and Maliak Beasley in trouble. Arch Manning spoke to the media at Manning Passing Camp. Shohei Ohtani must watch television. Dylan Volantis wins another award. SEC best- and worst-case scenario for Aggies, Sooners and Longhorns. The AFC West is even more competitive. Angel Reese sets WNBA records. USMNT continues to move on. Austin has a chance to land an NHL team. A “Hard...
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June 27, 2025 • 77 mins
Today, the guys talk more about the NBA draft as you see the difference between Ace Bailey and VJ Edgecombe in getting an opportunity in the league and where they landed in the draft. NFL news on the Baltimore Ravens and the Dallas Cowboys expectations coming into next season. Justin Tucker has been suspended, and Wander France has been sentenced for their alleged issues. “The World’s Strongest Take!” Conversations with Zach Symm ...
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Today, the guys will discuss the NBA draft, with Cooper Flagg going #1 to Dallas and Tre Johnson to the Washington Wizards at #6. More from Texas Longhorn Head Coach Steve Sarkisian speaking with the crew with 3rd & Longhorn. CJ Stroud was better than we thought last year. Robert Kraft has a moment. Texas State is moving to Pac-12. “The World’s Strongest Take!” Plus, Eric Henry of Horns 24/7 and “Legend of the Locker Room” Myck...
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June 26, 2025 • 11 mins
Today, the guys have “Legend of the Locker Room” former Texas Longhorn basketball point guard Myck Kabongo to discuss the Austin Own Tournament. He talks about basketball development in Canada and African Nations due to NBA programs reaching out to expand the game. He praises Vince Hu on his work in building the Austin Own team and his restaurant in San Antonio, Sushishima. You can hear it all here on "The Morning Kickoff Show!"
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June 25, 2025 • 11 mins
Today, Hardge talks to Major League Baseball Hall of Famer Atlanta Braves Legend Chipper Jones as he gives his thoughts on the happenings in baseball. His thoughts on the College World Series tossing Coastal Carolina’s Head Coach Kevin Schnall. His opinions of the Boston Red Sox trading Rafael Dever. The Atlanta Braves struggle with Mike Harris. Plus is the upcoming Futures All-Star coaching against the former Brave Marquis Grissom...
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Mark is out today, but Hardge talks about the situationship between Aaron Rodgers and Mike Tomlin in Pittsburgh. Coach Steve Sarkisian talked to "The Crew from 3rd & Longhorns." Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders get a raise. A noted hater is challenging Dak Prescott's hate. NBA Draft preview. Plus, there are interviews with Danny Davis of The Austin American Statesmen, MLB Hall of Famer Chipper Jones, and Carolina Teague of Spurfectb...
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June 24, 2025 • 78 mins
Today, the guys talk about Netflix bringing back “Quarterback.” Jaden Blue is ready to show what he can do in Dallas; the guys discuss Netflix's revival of "Quarterback" and Jaden Blue's eagerness to showcase his skills in Dallas. They also cover updates on Arch Manning and the Texas Longhorns football team. In exciting news, the Oakland Athletics have officially broken ground on their new stadium in Las Vegas. Additionally, they t...
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June 23, 2025 • 77 mins
Today, the guys discussed the Oklahoma City Thunder defeating the Indiana Pacers in Game 7 of the NBA Finals. Kevin Durant was traded to the Houston Rockets. LSU Tigers has won the College World Series. The TABC Basketball Tournament took place in Dallas this weekend. The Texas Longhorn football team got more commitment. Arch Manning understands who he is and wants to prove his worth. ESPN All-Quarter Century Defense Team announced...
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June 20, 2025 • 78 mins
Today, the guys talk about the NBA Finals as the Indiana Pacers blow out the Oklahoma City Thunder 108-91 last night, forcing game 7. The Buss family sold the Los Angeles Lakers majority share for 10 billion dollars. The College World Series had a meltdown as the LSU Tigers come from behind victory against the Arkansas Razorbacks. Some NFL talk about Shedaur Sanders causing problems and a team people should be talking about as it m...
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