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
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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June 19, 2025 • 77 mins
Andrew Zimmel fills in for Mike and Mark. Arkansas chokes against LSU, NBA Finals Game 6 is tonight and LeBron doesn't care about RINGZZZ
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June 18, 2025 • 78 mins
Today, the guys talk about the Texas Longhorns football team's reaction to not landing a recruit after they committed to Texas A&M. Arch Manning shows his charisma as the Longhorn quarterback. Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia is talking trash about being the team in Tennessee. Ryan Clark is using the overused term "underachiever." Dak Prescott's hatred must stop. Caitlyn Clark got in an alteration. The Florida Panthers win th...
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June 17, 2025 • 67 mins
Today, the guys talked about the no-hitter in the College World Series by Arkansas Razorbacks pitcher Gage Wood. The Oklahoma City Thunder dominated game five against the Indiana Pacers. Jay Williams checks Stephen A. Smith. Texas State could join the Pac-12. The Texas Longhorn football team is favored to make the playoffs. The Texas Longhorn baseball team adds new prospects. “The World’s Strongest Take!” Plus, there are conversati...
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Today, the guys discuss the University of Texas winning the 2024-25 Directors’ Cup. How obtainable are the Texas Longhorn football team’s expectations next season? NBA trade rumors and trade commitments. Red Sox deal Rafael Devers. The Dallas Cowboys will be different next year. What former NFL players deserve statues? JJ Spaun won the US Open. NBA Finals preview. “The World’s Strongest Take” and “A Hardge Knocks Life.” You can hea...
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June 13, 2025 • 77 mins
Today, the guys talk about Coach Steve Sarkisian being on the cover of Dave Campbell’s Texas Football. Shedeur Sanders hype in Cleveland is real. The SEC & ACC Challenge for the Texas Men and Women’s basketball games was announced. The College World Series starts today. A preview of the NBA Finals Game 4. “The World’s Strongest Take.” There are conversations with Blue Zertuche of the Great American Shootout Challenge, the Austi...
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June 12, 2025 • 11 mins
Today, in a “Legends of the Locker Room” segment, the guys talk to legendary Texas Longhorn Earl Campbell. They talk about Earl’s limited edition Signature Duffle Bags. His relationships with other legends, such as rivals Billy Sims and Barry Switzer, doing business with Billy and Barry’s attempt at trying to recruit him. His relationship with his family and how everyone is connected through the family’s business. You can hear it a...
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Today, the guys talk about the University of Texas football schedule game times are released. NBA Finals game three as the Indiana Pacers defend home court and go up 2-1 over the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Denver Broncos are closing the gap in the AFC West. The Dallas Cowboys announced they’re doing a documentary on Netflix. The Houston Texans are still improving their roster. “The World’s Strongest Take!” Plus, there will be conv...
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June 11, 2025 • 77 mins
Today, the guys talk about Aaron Rodgers finally arriving in Pittsburgh. The Bengals have their contract issues. The Houston Texans address CJ Stroud's concerns. Texas Longhorn baseball team has several All-Americans. The Dallas Cowboys are bonding well. Lee Corso's last game for College Gameday. A preview of the NBA Finals game 3 tonight. “The World’s Strongest Take!” Plus, there were conversations with Danny Davis of the Austin A...
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