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In this conversation, Coach Little C discusses the critical role referees play in youth sports and the negative impact of adult behavior on the sporting environment. He emphasizes the need for respect towards officials, the importance of setting a good example for children, and the consequences of poor conduct from parents and coaches. The discussion highlights the necessity of referees for the continuation of youth sports and the ...

This week on Mohawk Valley Sportswatch, Coach C is joined by two standout guests representing excellence from the court to the lanes.

First up, Oriskany Boys Basketball Head Coach Marc Smith stops by as his Sky Hawks continue an impressive season with a 15–2 record. Coach Smith breaks down what’s made this team so successful, the leadership of senior Ed Wright, and what lies ahead as postseason play approaches.

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In this episode of the Rock Pile podcast, Coach John Snyder discusses the success of the Lady Jugglers basketball team, focusing on their strong start to the season, the importance of non-conference scheduling, and the team's chemistry and unselfishness. He emphasizes the need for consistency and focus, the challenges of maintaining performance under pressure, and the role of community support in their journey. The con...

The conversation covers various aspects of local sports, focusing on the journey of athlete Tyler Schoff as he transitions from AA to AAA baseball, his experiences with injury and recovery, and the importance of community support. Additionally, it highlights the success of the New Hartford volleyball team under Coach Billy Gardner, discussing team dynamics, rivalries, and the growth of volleyball in the region.

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The value of tough coaching is explored, highlighting the benefits of accountability, mental toughness, adversity, standards, belief, and growth outside comfort zones. The importance of interpreting tough coaching carefully is emphasized.

Takeaways

• Accountability builds discipline
• Tough coaching builds mental toughness and confidence
• Adversity in sports prepares athletes for real life challenges

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• 00:00 Growth Outside...

In this episode of College Football Rewind, Rocky Corigliano breaks down the upcoming semifinal matchups in college football, focusing on Miami vs. Ole Miss and Indiana vs. Oregon. He discusses the strengths and weaknesses of each team, key players to watch, and the strategies that could lead to victory. With insights into the playoff dynamics and predictions for the national championship, this episode is a must-listen for college ...

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In this episode of the Mohawk Valley Sports Watch, host Rocky Corigliano interviews standout local basketball players Ella Trinkaus and Haylee Bostwick. Ella shares her journey to surpassing 2,000 career points, reflecting on her growth and the support from her team and family. Haylee discusses her achievement of 1,000 points and the dynamics of her team at Rome Free Academy. Both athletes emphasize the importance of teamwo...

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Coach Little C is back and the stakes couldn’t be higher! In this special New Year’s edition of The Rock Pile, Coach breaks down every College Football Playoff showdown — from Miami vs. Ohio State on New Year’s Eve to a jam-packed New Year’s Day slate featuring Oregon vs. Texas Tech in the Orange Bowl, Alabama vs. Indiana in the Rose Bowl, and an SEC rematch in the Sugar Bowl between Ole Miss and Georgia.

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This week on The Rock Pile Podcast, we’re joined by Lehigh Head Football Coach Kevin Cahill for an in-depth conversation following another historic season for Mountain Hawk football.

Coach Cahill and I recap the 2025 season, highlighted by back-to-back Patriot League Championships and a strong FCS Playoff run. We discuss several of the impact players who helped define this season and made key contributions when it matt...

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A bruising week for Michigan meets a hard look at the playoff bracket, as we weigh coaching candidates, culture resets, and which matchups really matter. Indiana’s rise, Ohio State’s red zone problem, and Georgia’s dominance set the stakes for a volatile first round.

• Sherrone Moore fallout and who knew what when
• Why Michigan needs a culture reset over a brand-name hire
• Indiana’s physical surge a...

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A coaching carousel this wild doesn’t just reshuffle jobs—it rewrites the map. We open with James Franklin landing at Virginia Tech and why that fit screams culture, patience, and regional recruiting leverage, then ask the uncomfortable Penn State questions: expectations, NIL alignment, and how timing without a plan can backfire. From there, the conversation sharpens around Pat Fitzgerald to Michigan State—a stylistic...

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We look back on an 8-win season, a home ECAC berth, and a narrow loss that sharpened our edge for next year. We share what we learned, who set records, and how the culture turned joy and grit into momentum for 2026.

• Rowan bowl game swings and missed chances
• Defensive second-half fixes and secondary standouts
• Record-setting offense and O-line protection
• Tyler’s return plans and fifth-year d...

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We scan a packed weekend slate, then sit down with Notre Dame coach John Snyder on carrying a target into a new season and Colgate’s Kurt Fitzpatrick on rebuilding through culture, tough schedules, and leadership when injuries hit. Local stories, big lessons, clear takeaways.

• Section III football results and standout performances
• Why Notre Dame books elite non-conference tests
• How to handle pres...

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A gritty road win in a storm sets up a home ECAC bowl against Rowan, as we break down adjustments, celebrate seniors, and lay out the plan for another statement game. We revisit special teams swings, O-line excellence, and the identity that carried us through November.

• bus delays, lightning, heavy rain, still throw with confidence
• offensive line allows zero sacks against a top defense
• second-hal...

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We celebrate a packed weekend across the Mohawk Valley, from Utica’s postseason hopes and Section 3 football titles to a frank conversation with Utica men’s hockey coach Gary Heenan and a culture masterclass from RFA field hockey coach McKenzie Welter. The throughline is identity under pressure and how strong programs turn talent into standards.

• Utica football’s bubble watch and key local results
• Sect...

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We break down a dominant win over Hartwick, then map the path to a playoff berth through Brockport with clear keys: turnovers, field position, and discipline. We share program stories that show why this team believes it can travel, execute, and be a tough out in November.

• Hartwick recap and defensive takeaways
• Three interceptions and a scoop-and-score
• Fast offensive starts and efficient passing<...

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Two Section III mainstays punch their tickets to the Carrier Dome as Syracuse football faces hard truths about depth, development, and adaptation. We celebrate local wins, dig into program-building, and hear how coaches turn practice into confidence under pressure.

• Section III brackets, results, and Dome schedules across classes
• RFA field hockey’s unbeaten push toward a state title
• Syracuse quar...

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We dig into a statement win over St. John Fisher, celebrate a defense that stifles the run and kills third downs, and explain how our offense controls games with protection, tempo, and the Raven package. We preview Hartwick, honor veterans and seniors, and lay out the path to more football.

• defense limiting Fisher’s run and total yards
• strip-sack turning point and front rotation
• third-down disgu...