Around The Ozarks Sports Scene

Bears slugger turned Phillies top prospect! Former Missouri State star Caden Bogenpohl joins the show from Philadelphia’s training camp in Clearwater, Florida. "Bogey" looks back on his standout three-year run with the Bears, the thrill of being selected in the second round of the MLB Draft, and kicking off his professional journey in the Phillies organization. Thanks to our sponsors Thompson Sales and Dead Eye Gun & Pawn in Sparta! Be sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE! New episodes drop every Thursday!  For more LOCAL content, follow AROUND THE OZARKS! https://www.aroundtheozarks.com/ https://www.facebook.com/aroundtheozarks/ Subscribe to our daily newsletter to get new LOCAL podcasts in your inbox every weekday! https://aroundtheozarks.com/ato-newsletter/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Drury Lady Panthers coach Amy Eagan is taking on the Mountain West! In her first year at the helm of the New Mexico Lobos, Coach Eagan joins Scott Puryear on Around the Ozarks Sports Scene. She breaks down the Lobos' season opener, the frantic process of rebuilding a roster through the transfer portal, and what it’s like coaching inside the legendary Pit. Tune in for a candid look at life at the D-I level with one of the Ozarks’ favorite coaches! Thanks to our sponsors Thompson Sales and Dead Eye Gun & Pawn in Sparta! Be sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE! New episodes drop every Thursday! For more LOCAL content, follow AROUND THE OZARKS! https://www.aroundtheozarks.com/ https://www.facebook.com/aroundtheozarks/ Subscribe to our daily newsletter to get new LOCAL podcasts in your inbox every weekday! https://aroundtheozarks.com/ato-newsletter/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The long-time Springfield Public Schools and Greenwood Lab School administrator, and a referee himself in the Big Ten Conference for 26 years has a new job this fall, and it's a big one... National Coordinator of Football Officials for the NCAA. We pick his brain on the new role, specific football calls this season that have proven to be controversial, and more! Thanks to our sponsors Thompson Sales, Colton's Steakhouse, and Dead Eye Gun & Pawn in Sparta! Be sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE! New episodes drop every Thursday! For more LOCAL content, follow AROUND THE OZARKS! https://www.aroundtheozarks.com/ https://www.facebook.com/aroundtheozarks/ Subscribe to our daily newsletter to get new LOCAL podcasts in your inbox every weekday!  https://aroundtheozarks.com/ato-newsletter/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s the most exciting time of the year in prep sports—fall championship season! O-Zone boss Chris Parker of Ozarks Sports Zone joins the show to preview the postseason gauntlet. We dive into the top matchups and championship contenders across area football, soccer, volleyball, cross country, golf, and softball. Thanks to our sponsors Thompson Sales, Colton's Steakhouse, and Dead Eye Gun & Pawn in Sparta!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Curry Sutherland didn't think he'd be back in a Bears Baseball uniform, and would be coming off his first short Summer season in the pros. But that didn't happen... and now the former Logan-Rogersville standout is determined to "control what he can control," have a big senior year at MSU and try the MLB draft process all over again. Thanks to our sponsors Thompson Sales, Colton's Steakhouse, and Dead Eye Gun & Pawn in Sparta!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been a surprisingly rewarding baseball season for the St. Louis Cardinals, despite their 76-81 overall record. Optimism is high for the future for the first time in a while, and we visit with our source for all things Cardinals, Rob Rains, to break down all the "why."      Thanks to our sponsors, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales!        See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We sit down with former Springfield Catholic state champion and University of Arkansas golf star Reagan Zabilski ahead of a career milestone: her first career LPGA Tour start at the Walmart NW Arkansas Championship. Reagan reflects on her first few months navigating the professional ranks on the Epson Tour, the lessons learned on the road, and her roadmap to securing full-time LPGA status.  Thanks to our sponsors, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales!       See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The road to the Super Bowl begins on Monday Night Football as the Kansas City Chiefs open the 2026 season against the Denver Broncos. To get you ready, we’re joined by ChiefsDigest.com publisher and leading beat writer Matt Derrick. Thanks to our sponsors Thompson Sales, Colton's Steakhouse, and Dead Eye Gun & Pawn in Sparta!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When you shout "Coach Woods" on the Missouri State sideline, you might want to be a little more specific! 🏈 Legendary 72-year-old coach Sparky Woods is back on the field as an assistant for the Bears—coaching alongside his son, MSU first-year head coach Casey Woods. Sparky joins the podcast to talk about the joy of sharing the sideline with his son, looking back on a storied collegiate coaching career, and giving us an insider’s look at what truly makes head coach Casey Woods tick. Thanks to our sponsors Thompson Sales, Colton's Steakhouse, and Dead Eye Gun & Pawn in Sparta!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can the Nixa Eagles get back to the state title game for a third straight year? Senior quarterback and Missouri State commit Adam McKnight joins the show to give us the inside scoop! The three-sport standout talks about the high expectations for Nixa football this season, his preparation for the gridiron, and leading the Eagles into a massive fall campaign. 🏈  Thanks to our sponsors Thompson Sales, Colton's Steakhouse, and Dead Eye Gun & Pawn in Sparta!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.