The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry

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!

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March Madness Wildin Out Wednesday: Texas Spring Practice Sound, SEC Tournament Preview, Bam Adebayo’s 83-Point Debate & USA Baseball Gag

March 11, 2026 • 77 mins
Today is "March Madness Wildin Out Wednesday," we have more from Texas Longhorns football Head Coach Steve Sarkisian's press conference after Monday's first spring practice. The Longhorns men's basketball team gets prepared to face the Ole Miss Rebels in the SEC Tournament opening round. We have sound from Head Coach Sean Miller. The Longhorn baseball team dominated the Texas State Bobcats 15-4 with four home runs, including two fr...
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Turn the Page Tuesday: Steve Sarkisian Breaks Down Texas Spring Practice, NFL Free Agency & Coach Schaefer Celebrates SEC Championship

March 10, 2026 • 78 mins
Today is “Turn the Page Tuesday.” The Texas Longhorns football team held its first spring practice, and Coach Steve Sarkisian discusses how practice went, the status of Arch Manning and Colin Simmons, and the impact of Cam Coleman. Day two of the NFL Free Agency period has started. We review what happened yesterday, including the Cowboys receiving a new safety. The Denver Nuggets and the Oklahoma City Thunder put on a show last nig...
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Vic Schaefer on Texas Winning the SEC Championship, Madison Booker, Kyla Oldacre & Beating South Carolina

March 10, 2026 • 12 mins
We have Texas Longhorns Women’s Basketball Head Coach Vic Schaefer joining us after winning the SEC Championship. He talks about the focus on preparing to slow down South Carolina. Coach lets us know how much time the team was able to celebrate the victory. Schaefer tells us how special Justice Carton this season was. He shares with us how Kyla Oldacre impacts the games. He explained that Texas size was key and will remain so for t...
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Longhorn Victory Monday: Texas Longhorns WBB Wins SEC Tournament, Baseball Undefeated & NFL Free Agency Begins

March 9, 2026 • 78 mins
Today is “Longhorn Victory Monday,” and the Texas Longhorns women’s basketball team won the SEC Tournament. The Longhorn football team is getting closer to spring practice; we share what is interesting to look out for. The Longhorns men’s basketball team fell to the Oklahoma Sooners. The Texas baseball team remains undefeated after sweeping USC Upstate, while the Softball team opens the SEC schedule by sweeping South Carolina. NFL ...
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Feel Good Barbecue Cookoff Friday: Rodeo Austin BBQ Cookoff, Texas Spring Football Culture, TWBB Prepare for SEC Tournament & Spurs Dominate

March 6, 2026 • 78 mins
Today is "Feel Good Barbecue Cookoff Friday," on location at the Travis County Fairgrounds for the Austin Rodeo sponsored by Pitstop Buyers Club with special guest co-host Eric Henry of Horns 24/7. The Texas Longhorns football team is getting ready for Spring Camp. We talk about the team's culture, and setting the tone is necessary as Arch Manning progresses. Longhorns Women's Basketball Head Coach Vic Schaefer gets the team ready ...
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Throwback Thursday: Texas Falls to Arkansas, Mark’s Fall, Women’s BB Brawl & RIP Lou Holtz

March 5, 2026 • 77 mins
Today is “Throwback Thursday,” the Texas Longhorns Men’s Basketball team fell to the Arkansas Razorbacks 105-85. Mark pays off the story of his epic fall. We say goodbye to a legendary coach and analyst. The South Alabama and Coastal Carolina women’s basketball teams had a brawl. There will be consequences. “The World’s Strongest Take!” Plus, we have Eric Henry of Horns 24/7 talking about the Longhorns Men’s Basketball and Football...
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Jim Schlossnagle on Texas Baseball’s Undefeated Record, 100th Win & Team Growth

March 5, 2026 • 12 mins
We talk to Texas Baseball Head Coach Jim Schlossnagle after a successful sweep at the Bruce Bolt Classic in Houston and a victory on Tuesday against Houston Christian. We congratulated him on his 100th head-coaching victory. He gives the details of the agreement with Junior Infielder Casey Borba, which led him to grow out his mustache. He talked about the success of Senior Infielder Temo Becca, who won SEC Player of the Week. Coach...
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Wind Me Down Wednesday: SEC Tournament Preview for Texas WBB + Arkansas Showdown for Men & NFL Tag Deadline Reactions

March 4, 2026 • 79 mins
Today is “Wind Me Down Wednesday.” The Texas Longhorns Women’s Basketball team is getting ready for the SEC Tournament, and we get some sound from Conference 1st Team player Madison Booker. The Men’s team looks to get another win against the Arkansas Razorbacks. The Longhorn baseball team got another run-rule victory over the Houston Christian Huskies, winning 16-3. The NFL franchise tags have been designated, and a starting quarte...
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Turn the Page Tuesday: Texas Hires Mark Stoops, Texans Make Big Trades & NFL Franchise Tag Deadline

March 3, 2026 • 78 mins
Today is "Turn the Page Tuesday," the Texas Longhorns made an addition to their staff, hiring Mark Stoops as a new analyst. The Houston Texans made multiple moves yesterday, trading two offensive linemen for draft picks and Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery. Another Longhorn baseball player won the SEC Co-Player of the Week. The NFL Franchise Tag closes today. Who will likely be tagged in the league? We take a look at Dan...
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Longhorn Monday: Texas Longhorns Hoops Sweep, Tegan Kavan No-Hitter, NFL Combine Buzz & Jim Schlossnagle’s 1000th Win

March 2, 2026 • 80 mins
Today is “Longhorn Monday,” a great week for Texas sports. The Texas Longhorns Men’s Basketball team handled business in College Station 76-70 behind a big day from Tramon Mark. The women traveled to Tuscaloosa and took care of business, defeating the Alabama Crimson Tide 72-65 with Madison Booker scoring 21 points and 9 rebounds. The Longhorn softball team swept the week with three run-rule wins, completing it with Tegan Kavan shu...
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Feel Good Friday: Texas Longhorns Finish Undefeated at Home, Spurs Surge & Rockets Milestone & WWE Elimination Chamber

February 27, 2026 • 77 mins
Today is "Feel Good Friday," the #4-ranked Texas Longhorns finished their home season undefeated, yet again with a 79-50 victory over the #23-ranked Georgia Bulldogs. The NFL Combine has started, and some Longhorn players are getting ready to progress to the next level. We talk about the Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans, as both are making roster adjustments. We show our love for the NFL Combine Sonny Styles performance. The famil...
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Throwback Thursday: Texas Longhorns Fall to Florida Gators, TWBB Late Nighter, San Antonio Spurs 10-Game Win Streak & NFL Talk

February 26, 2026 • 78 mins
Today is “Throwback Thursday,” the Texas Longhorns basketball team fell 84-71 to #7-ranked Florida Gators. The women’s team has a late-night date with the Georgia Bulldogs. The NCAA has a new lawsuit to deal with. The San Francisco 49ers and offensive tackle Trent Williams look to be parting ways. We discuss where he may land. The San Antonio Spurs are opening eyes with their ten-game winning streak. “The World’s Strongest Take!” P...
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Jim Schlossnagle on Texas Longhorns’ Hot Start, Defensive Edge & Pitching Depth Ahead of the Bruce Bolt College Classic at Daikin Park

February 26, 2026 • 14 mins
We also have Texas Baseball Head Coach Jim Schlossnagle as they get ready to head to Houston for the Bruce Bolt College Classic at Daikin Park. Coach explained what he's learned about his team so far this season. We get his thoughts on how, due to the team being successful, they will handle being targeted. Schlossnagle praised his team's valuable defense. He explained how much time the teams need to prepare for different field cond...
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Wind Down Wednesday: Texas Longhorns Football Updates, Hoops vs. Florida Gators, Baseball Dominance & Houston Texans Trade Talk Response

February 25, 2026 • 77 mins
Today is "Wind Down Wednesday." We have more from Texas Longhorns Football Head Coach Steve Sarkisian's press conference on Monday, in which he discussed the recovery of Cam Coleman and Arch Manning's recovery from surgery. Longhorns' Basketball Head Coach Sean Miller spoke to the media as he prepares for tonight's big game against the Florida Gators. The Longhorns' Baseball team has its third run-rule victory of the current homest...
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Turn the Page Tuesday: Steve Sarkisian Talks Transfer Portal Culture, NFL Combine, Spurs vs Pistons, Jaylen Brown MVP Buzz & Cowboys’ Talk

February 24, 2026 • 78 mins
Today, on "Turn the Page Tuesday," Texas Longhorns' Football Head Coach Steve Sarkisian met with the media and addressed college football cultures as they pertain to the transfer portal, how quickly players can fit in, and his feelings about the offensive line. The NFL Combine is this week, and seven Longhorns are participating. The Longhorn baseball team is playing the Vaqueros of Texas Rio Grande Valley. The San Antonio Spurs and...
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Longhorn Monday: Texas MBB Falls to Georgia, Texas WBB Dominates, Wemby Shines & USA Wins Olympic Hockey Gold

February 23, 2026 • 78 mins
Today is "Longhorn Monday," the Texas Longhorns Men's Basketball team fell to the Georgia Bulldogs 91-90. The women defeated the Mississippi State Bulldogs by 50, 92-42, behind a big 27-point night from Madison Booker. The Longhorn football team has media availability today, and the running back position is a focus. The US Men's Olympic Hockey team wins gold with a game-winning overtime goal. The Dallas Cowboys re-signed a key play...
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Feel Good Friday: Texas Women Rout Arkansas, Spurs Dominate Suns, Olympic Gold & Longhorn Weekend Preview

February 20, 2026 • 78 mins
Today is "Feel Good Friday," the Texas Longhorns Women's Basketball team squashed the Arkansas Razorbacks 93-62 behind a 21-point Madison Booker night. Controversy for the Kansas Jayhawks basketball team, as the team and Bill Self remain frustrated by Freshman Darryn Peterson's availability. A special dedication to a family member. Olympic Gold for the US, with one being a hockey thriller. The San Antonio Spurs played at the Moody ...
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Thirsty Thursday: Vic Schaefer’s Tough Love, Christian Parker Impresses, Bill Self Frustrated + Texas Hoops, Baseball & Softball Updates

February 19, 2026 • 76 mins
Today is "Thirsty Thursday," and Texas Longhorns Women's Basketball Team Head Coach Vic Schaefer spoke to the media, addressing his harshness toward the team after a tough loss to Vanderbilt. He also expresses the growth with Freshman Aaliyah Crump. The Dallas Cowboys' new Defensive Coordinator, Christian Parker, was introduced to the media, and many people are impressed with him. Notre Dame receiver Mylan Graham said something a l...
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Jim Schlossnagle Breaks Down Volantis’ Dominance, Rotation Plans & Michigan State Series Preview

February 19, 2026 • 11 mins
We have Texas Head Coach Jim Schlossnagle on the show to talk about last week's performance and expectations for hosting Michigan State. Coach talks about preparing for conditions and playing in a different atmosphere. Coach praised the pitching of Dylan Volantis last weekend. He talked about options with the pitching staff. He gave us the status of Freshman Outfielder Anthony Pack and talked about how he looked so far. Schlossnagl...
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Legends of the Locker Room: Megan Willis on Texas Softball’s Championship Mindset, Reese Atwood’s Dominance & Calling Games Behind the Plate

February 19, 2026 • 13 mins
We have “Legends of the Locker” Lifetime Longhorn Texas Softball Catcher Megan Willis. She talked about how the team has followed through on their commitment to continuing the school legacy, stepping it up, and winning the National Championship. Willis gave her opinion on the dominance of Catcher Reese Atwood. She talked about calling games for the University of Texas Softball. Willis tells us her most memorable moments at the Univ...
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