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!

Episodes

"Texas Coaching Talk, Deion Sanders' Health, Judge Injury, NCAA Settlement, and LeBron's Future"

July 29, 2025 • 69 mins
Today, once again, Eric Henry of Horns 24/7 is in for Mike Hardge, and the guys talk about what they want to hear from the University of Texas coaching staff. They discussed Deion Sanders' health situation and the importance of being aware of your health. They give their insights into Aaron Judge's injury and Bryce Harper's stance on Major League Baseball's possibly having a salary cap. The NCAA House Settlement begins to be implem...
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"Top Concerns & Expectations for Texas Football + Cowboys Extension Surprise”

July 28, 2025 • 77 mins
Today, Eric Henry of Horns 24/7 is subbing in for Hardge, and the guys explain what they’re most excited about for the Texas Longhorn football season. What are the three things that can derail the 2025 season? They break down the importance of the Texas team culture. They express their most significant concern for the season. What defines a good season for the Longhorns? The Dallas Cowboys extended a key component to the team, but ...
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Eric Henry & Cory Mose Subbing Talk Longhorns 2025, SEC QB Rankings, Clipse Album & More!

July 25, 2025 • 76 mins
Today, subbing in for Mark and Hardge, we have Eric Henry of Horns 24/7 and KVUE’s Cory Mose on the show. They explain what they are most excited about for the 2025 Texas Longhorn football season. They break down their rankings for who’s the best quarterback in the SEC. A little NFL talk as they discuss the AFC North division. What are their thoughts on the new Clipse album “Let God Sort Em Out”? What’s their most significant conce...
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Managing NIL in College Football: Grant & Michael Goosby on the Texas Experience

July 24, 2025 • 10 mins
Today, the Hardge talks to the Goosby family, Father Michael Goosby and son Grant, as they discuss the business aspects of Grant handling things as a manager for Texas offensive lineman Trevor Goosby. Grant discusses his role in the process and how it works, including matching schedules and handling the details of NIL for Trevor. Michael is allowed to be just a father and observes how things are run on a day-to-day basis, enjoying ...
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Hardge Reunites with Coach David Jauss Sr.: MLB Stories & Dell Diamond Home Run Derby Preview

July 24, 2025 • 10 mins
Today, Hardge has on his old ball coach, David Jauss Sr., an advisor for the Washington Nationals. They talked about the upcoming Home Run Derby event at the Dell Diamond. He’s here because he specializes in throwing batting practice pitches well for Home Run Derbies. He expresses his excitement for the event and explains how he ended up becoming popular among former Major League Baseball Players for his pitching in the Home Run De...
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Texans Camp Opens, Arch Manning Buzz, Texas Hall of Honor, and Home Run Derby Preview

July 24, 2025 • 67 mins
Today, the guys talked about the Houston Texans starting their training camp yesterday meeting with the media and discussing what expectations the team has for their offense. Vince Young and Mack Brown have some details about how we got here with Arch Manning. Colin Cowherd has a hot sports take about Arch Manning after the season is over with. Fights are happening at NFL training camps all ready. Texas Women’s Basketball Head Coac...
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Rod Wright: Texas Hall of Honor Induction, Rose Bowl Glory & NFL Coaching Journey

July 23, 2025 • 9 mins
Today, we announce and celebrate the induction of Lifetime Longhorn Rod Wright, a former Texas football superstar and newly inducted member of the Texas Hall of Honor. He shares with us his experience of being a Hall of Honor Inductee. He discusses his role as the Texans' Defensive Line Coach in the NFL. He tells us what it was like that season when the Longhorns won the National Championship, defeating USC in the Rose Bowl. We lea...
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Haley Eckerman: From Longhorn Legend to Hall of Honor & Head Coach

July 23, 2025 • 11 mins
Today, we announce that Lifetime Longhorn Haley Eckerman, a former Texas Volleyball superstar, has been newly inducted into the Texas Hall of Honor. She tells us how it feels to receive honor. She explains how her time at the University of Texas transformed her from humble beginnings in Waterloo, Iowa, to her current role as Volleyball Head Coach at Kent State University. She discusses learning as a head coach, the biggest challeng...
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Texas Hall of Honor Spotlight, Scheffler Backlash & Arch Manning Maturity

July 23, 2025 • 78 mins
Today, Mark’s out, but we keep it rolling with a discussion about the Texas Hall of Honor inductees. Scottie Scheffler is taking some unnecessary heat. Cowboys’ Jerry Jones is making some key players upset. Arch Manning knows how to handle himself effectively with the media. The Round Rock Express is holding a fun event this weekend at Dell Diamond. We break the news of two of the Texas Hall of Honor inductees and have them on the ...
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Sarkisian Speaks, NFL Owners Driving Fans Crazy, Titans QB Chaos, and Longhorns Making Headlines

July 22, 2025 • 90 mins
Today, the guys have more from Texas Head Coach Steve Sarkisian at the Texas High School Coaches Association. The Longhorns are all the talk of college football. Jerry Jones is not making Cowboy fans happy, but it could be worse if you were a Bengals fan. Will Levis is out for the season, and the Cam Ward era will begin.  CJ Stoud is ready for the season, but his tone may raise some concerns among Texans fans. Some former Texas Lon...
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Steve Sarkisian Speaks, Longhorns Named All-SEC, CFP Expansion Talk & NFL Training Camp Storylines

July 21, 2025 • 78 mins
Today, the guys talk about the Texas Longhorns’ Football Head Coach Steve Sarkisian's comments about the football program at the Texas Coaches Association. There are some Longhorns named to the All-SEC Team. Some thoughts on whether the College Football Playoffs should expand. Scottie Scheffler wins The Open by a large margin. NFL Training Camps start. What are the storylines to open the season? The Dallas Cowboys will get some key...
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SEC Media Day Highlights, Sarkisian Talks Texas Rivalries, T.J. Watt Deal Impacts Micah Parsons, & Interviews Deuce Vaughn & Cat Osterman

July 18, 2025 • 78 mins
Today, the guys talk about more from SEC Media Day. Coach Steve Sarkisian discussed the Lone Star Rivalry, the Red River Rivalry, and the quality of the roster. The Pittsburgh Steelers have re-signed T.J. Watt. What does this mean for the Dallas Cowboys and Micah Parsons' contract negotiations? Missouri Head Coach Eli Drinkwitz is a comedian.  Damian Lillard is back in Portland. Nick Saban may be coming back to coaching. "The World...
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Deuce Vaughn Talks Cowboys Camp, Kansas State Memories & Playing with Dak Prescott

July 18, 2025 • 12 mins
Today, the guys have Dallas Cowboys running back Deuce Vaughn, who talks about the upcoming season. He reminisces over his time at Kansas State playing against the Texas Longhorns. What is his preferred running scheme? He explains what he considers his key to being a versatile player. He talks about Coach Schottenheimer's impact on the team. The atmosphere of the Cowboys is a more friendly competition with team activities for bondi...
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Cat Osterman Talks AU Softball, Longhorns WCWS Win, and the Volts

July 18, 2025 • 11 mins
Today, for Legends of the Locker Room, Lifetime Longhorn and former Texas Softball Pitcher Cat Osterman as she discusses her role as General Manager of the Volt in the Athletes Unlimited Softball League.  She expressed her excitement for the Longhorns winning the Women’s College World Series. She explains what advice she gives to players on the Volts team and what she has left in the tank.  She also talked about the atmosphere at t...
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Texas Talks SEC Media Day, Arch Manning Buzz, Cowboys Miss Big, & ESPYs Recap

July 17, 2025 • 77 mins
Today, the guys will discuss SEC Media Day further. Coach Steve Sarkisian discusses what to look forward to in the upcoming season for the Longhorns. We learn more about Arch Manning. Texas NIL is a game-changer for college sports. The Cowboys let a division rival snatch a local superstar. The Athletic lists their overrated and Underrated NFL teams coming into this season. The ESPYs were last night, and there was an emotional speec...
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Texas Linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. Talks Elite Defense, Veteran Mindset, and Derrick Johnson’s Advice

July 16, 2025 • 6 mins
Mike "Hardball" Hardge talks to Texas linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. He discusses his excitement at the team's chances of being an elite defense coming into the season. The multitude of guys' ability to make plays defensively. Competing against a talented offense daily. What it's like being a veteran and advice from Derrick Johnson. What he feels he's gotten better over time. What made him realize his potential as a player? You can he...
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Arch Manning Talks Texas Football, Leadership & Growth

July 16, 2025 • 4 mins
Mike "Hardball" Hardge interviews Texas Quarterback Arch Manning. He discusses what the team is looking forward to in the upcoming season. He discusses the Manning Camp's attendance at SEC Media Day. What keeps him grounded coming into the season? He debated learning as a backup to Quinn Ewers and working with Coach Sarkisian. He discusses the offensive line and wide receiver crew. You can hear it all here on "The Morning Kickoff S...
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Bill Liucci on Texas-A&M Rivalry, Media Day Reactions, and Aggie Expectations

July 16, 2025 • 10 mins
The guys have Bill Liucci of TexAgs.com on. They discuss the Texas and Texas A&M rivalry. The Aggies' war hymn was played over the Texas fight song when Coach Sarkisian was introduced. They discuss how well Texas players handled themselves during media day. Why did the Aggies not bring projected starting quarterback Marcel Reed? How Aggies' Head Coach Mike Elko dealt with the decision of players to get to media day. Lastly, wha...
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Lance Taylor Talks MLB All-Star Swing-Off, Texas in the SEC, and the Iron Bowl Rivalry

July 16, 2025 • 7 mins
The guys have Lance Taylor of "The Next Round" podcast and LanceLock.com. He gives his opinion on the Major League Baseball All-Star game ending in a swing-off. What are the SEC fans' feelings on Texas's success in its first year in the conference? We get his thoughts on the Texas schedule in the SEC. Additionally, we learn about the intensity of the Alabama and Auburn rivalry. You can listen to it all here on "The Morning Kickoff ...
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Texas Shines at SEC Media Days + Sarkisian, Arch Manning, MLB Draft

July 16, 2025 • 77 mins
Today, the Harge is in Atlanta for SEC Media Day, and we hear from Texas Longhorn Football Head Coach Steve Sarkisian speaking with Craig Way. Texas players did an excellent job handling themselves with the media. More Arch Manning love from Paul Finebaum. Texas has players drafted in the Major League Baseball Draft. The MLB All-Star Game decided on a Home Run battle. “The World Strongest Take” that included a “You Suck,” to RG3. P...
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