In Season 6 Episode 8 of The Fix Sports Podcast, Joseph invites his friends Doc Love, Sam Dixie, and Javard Grant on the podcast to help him figure out who the greatest college football team of the last 40 years is. The gentlemen have a list of 16 college football teams from 1980 to 2020. They created criteria to determine the ranking of each team in their brackets, and they have criteria to determine who advances to the next rounds. The teams are as follows: 2019 LSU, 1995 Nebraska, 2005 Texas, 2001 Miami, 2013 Florida State, 2018 Clemson, 2009 Alabama, 2004 USC, 1987 Miami, 1999 Florida State, 1997 Michigan, 1996 Florida, 2008 Florida, 2012 Alabama, 2008 Oklahoma, 2014 Ohio State. This is round 1, and in this episode, we will see 2005 Texas vs 2012 Alabama and 2001 Miami vs 2008 Florida. The weekly rant is aimed at Kyrie Irving for his cumulative comments about LeBron James, not needing a coach, flat earth etc. Tune in to get your fix!!
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In Season 6 Episode 7 of The Fix Sports Podcast, Joseph invites his friends Doc Love, Sam Dixie, and Javard Grant on the podcast to help him figure out who the greatest college football team of the last 40 years is. The gentlemen have a list of 16 college football teams from 1980 to 2020. They created criteria to determine the ranking of each team in their brackets, and they have criteria to determine who advances to the next rounds. The teams are as follows: 2019 LSU, 1995 Nebraska, 2005 Texas, 2001 Miami, 2013 Florida State, 2018 Clemson, 2009 Alabama, 2004 USC, 1987 Miami, 1999 Florida State, 1997 Michigan, 1996 Florida, 2008 Florida, 2012 Alabama, 2008 Oklahoma, 2014 Ohio State. This is round 1, and in this episode, we will see 2019 LSU vs 2014 Ohio State and 1995 Nebraska vs 2008 Oklahoma. They also discussed Deion Sanders's impact on black college football. The weekly rant is aimed at the Georgis youth football coach who was filmed assaulting one of his football players. Tune in to get your fix!!
In season 6 Episode 6 of The Fix Sports Podcast, Joseph shines his HBCU spotlight on the men selected to the All-Time Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Team. All three of LaVar Ball's sons are on an NBA roster with LiAngelo Ball signing a contract with the Detroit Pistons. Boxer Errol Spence wins by unanimous decision over Danny Garcia this past Saturday. Evander Holyfield and Mike Tyson seem to be fighting for the third time in 2021. Indiana Pacers star Victor Oladipo is a part of an ownership group that now owns the New Zealand Breakers. The Houston Rockets traded Russell Westbrook to the Washington Wizards for John Wall and a first-round pick. The NBA announced it will not be testing for Marijuana this 2020-21 season. Joseph gives a rundown of the winners and losers from this past weekend's college football and NFL games. The Weekly rant is aimed at MMA fighter Colby Covington for calling out LeBron James for a fight, and a Texas high school football player is arrested after he assaulted a referee during a game. Tune in to get your fix!!
In Season 6 Episode 5 of The Fix Sports Podcast, Joseph shines his HBCU spotlight on 4 former Florida A&M University football stars for being inducted in the Black College Football and MEAC Hall of Fames. In HBCU news, former Morgan State University running back and acclaimed artist/sculptor dies at the age of 74, Deion Sanders lands more FBS transfers to Jackson State to play football. The long-awaited Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. fight finally happened, but the Nate Robinson knockout is the talk of the internet. Joseph gives an update on the latest moves in NBA free agency. An all-black officiating crew was debuted for the first time on Monday Night Football. WNBA and Basketball Hall of Famer Teresa Weatherspoon is now a part of the New Orleans Pelicans coaching staff full-time. All charges of robbery were dropped against DeAndre Baker, the former New York Giants defensive back. Joseph gives us the winners and losers from this week's college football and NFL games. The weekly rant is aimed at the people who are accusing former NFL player Ryan Clark of posting an inappropriate tweet about a 16-year-old girl. Tune in to get your fix!!!
In Season 6 Episode 4 of The Fix Sports Podcast, Joseph shines his HBCU spotlight on North Carolins Central University cornerback Bryan Mills for being invited to the 2021 Senior Bowl. Also in the spotlight, Saint Augustine University's women's basketball player Bre'cha Byrd is now a published author. In HBCU news, Deion Sanders has another 4-star recruit joining Jackson State University's football team for the 2021 season. Formula 1's only black driver Lewis Hamilton ties the record for most world titles this past weekend. The pound-for-pound best fighter in the world Terence Crawford retains his title and status with a 4th round TKO of Kell Brook. Last month highly ranked pound-for-pound fighter Vasiliy Lomachenko loses his lightweight titles to Teofimo Lopez, Jr. The Phoenix Suns have agreed to trade for NBA All-Star Chris Paul. Joseph gives an update on the winners and losers from this past weekend's college football and NFL games. NASCAR suspends Truck Series driver Josh Reaume for social media posts that violate NASCAR's guidelines. The weekly rant is aimed at the PResident of Notre Dame University and the students who rushed the field after a double-overtime victory over Clemson. Tune in to get your fix!!
In Season 6 Episode 3 of The Fix Sports Podcast, Joseph shines his HBCU spotlight on the newly appointed Senior Associate Athletics Director for Varsity Sports at Dartmouth University, Tiffani-Dawn Sykes. In HBCU news, a high school football recruit from San Diego Herman Smith has Jackson State University as his top school to choose from after meeting with Deion Sanders. Los Angeles Dodgers' 3rd baseman Justin Tucker will not be punished by the MLB for celebrating with his team after having a confirmed positive COVID-19 test. Lavar Ball is in the media again for saying he wants his son LaMelo Ball to be drafted by the Knicks or the Pistons. The Chicago White Sox have hired Hall of Famer Tony La Rusa as their new manager. Joseph gives an update on the latest winners and losers from the NFL and college football. Javon Wims of the Chicago Bears has been suspended two games for punching a New Orleans Saints defensive back. Joseph aims his weekly rant at the Dallas Cowboys for playing like trash this 2020 season. Tune in to get your fix!!
In Season 6 Episode 6 pf The Fix Sports Podcast, Joseph shines his HBCU spotlight on Florida A&M University golfer Mulbe Dillard is ranked the number 1 on the PGA University Tour. In HBCU news, BCU will no longer be playing sports in the 2020-2010 athletic season. Boxer Gervanta Davis wins by knock out in the 6th round over Leo Santa Cruz. The Los Angeles Dodgers are the 2020 World Series Champions. Los Angeles Dodgers 3rd baseman Justin Turner tested positive for COVId-19, was removed from the game in the 7th inning, but still celebrated with the team after World Series Win. Three football players from the University of Miami in Ohio were suspended from the team for a fight at a frat house. Joseph gives a rundown on this past week's college football scores. Major League baseball player Yaseil Puig is being sued for sexual battery at a Lakers game in 2018. The weekly rant is aimed at former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jeff Garcia for criticizing Cam Newton's wardrobe and saying it's a reason for his bad play. Tune in to get your fix!!!
In Season 6 Episode 1 of The Fix Sports Podcast, Joseph shines his HBCU spotlight on two former Southern University basketball players who have signed professional deals. In HBCU news, the Athletic Director for Florida Memorial University resigns amid sexual misconduct claims. The Los Angeles Lakers are the 2020 NBA Champions. The Seattle Storm captures the 2020 WNBA Championship. Seattle Storm player Sue Bird says people don't watch the WNBA because the players are "tall, black and gay." Lewis Hamilton sets a new Formula 1 racing record with his 92nd win. Joseph brings you up to speed on the latest College Football, NFL, and MBL scores. their National Championship win. The University of Texas at Austin players and students want the fight song changed because of its racist history. O'Dell Beckham is banned from the LSU football facilities for two years for giving money to players after the National Championship win. The Weekly Rant is aimed at a photographer who is suing Huston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson for reposting pictures of himself the photographer took on Instagram. Tune in to get your fix.
In Season 5 Episode 16 Pt 2 of The Fix Sports Podcast, Joseph interviews Mr. Bruce Fennel in the Life After Sports Segment. Mr. Fennel is a high school football coach, a former Arena Football Player, who fought his way up from playing Junior College football after not completing his highschoolcareer. He tell us about the life lessons he has learned and how he was able to find a successful life after football. Tune in!!
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Athlete turned Engineer, Project Manager, Motivational Speaker, and soon to be MBA graduate, Marlon Napier is Tallahassee Florida raised family man that encourages people that “your starting point is never your setback but your setup for your come up. That you are your biggest limiting factor.” Marlon has flourished in his career path while breaking down racial barriers in Corporate America without losing his identity.
Marlon Napier was a standout athlete at Tallahassee’s James S. Rickards High School, which translated into him playing football for Florida State University. Marlon managed to receive his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering with minors in Math and Physics all while playing football for the Seminoles (First Football Athlete to Graduate from the FAMU/FSU College of Engineer in this field).
In Season 5 The Bonus Episode of The Fix Sports Podcast, Joseph had the privilidge of interviewing Dr. Tunisha Singleton about the Black Girls Hockey Club. Dr. Singleton sits on the BGHC Board of Directors Programming Committee and aspires to work with more organizations on projects surrounding sports and society, mental health, multiculturalism, and race/gender/LGBTQ empowerment. She is also a Media Psychologist and emerging media, marketing and digital communications consultant. In addition to business consulting and serving Fielding Graduate University’s Department of Psychology as Adjunct Faculty, Dr. Singleton has turned her attention to tackling her passion in sports, working to boost fan engagement, build community relationships, and plant engaging touch points to fasten a supportive relationship between sports and society.
In Season 5 Episode 31 of The Fix Sports Podcast, Joseph shines his HBCU spotlight on former HBU stars Steve McNair, Donald Driver, Jimmy Smith, Nick Collins, Ben Coates, Erik Williams for being considered for the 2021 Pro Football Hall of Fame. In HBCU News, FAMU legend Robert Wilson dies at the age of 46, Deion Sanders is being considered for the head coaching job at Jackson State University. Naomi Osaka wins the 2020 US Open with a message for all viewing, WNBA star Maya Moore announced that she married Jonathan Irons the man she helped earn his freedom from being falsely convicted, the Big Ten decided to play football this fall after crumbling under the pressure of their opposers, Trak & Feild star Caster Semenya lost her appeal to the Swiss Federal Tribunal saying hse can't compete as a biological woman because of high testosterone levels. A study conducted by the National Bureau of Economic Research shows that white privileged college athletes and students benefit from the money generated by poor black college athletes. Joseph gives an update on the weekly winners and losers from the NBA playoffs, NFL, and college football. Oklahoma University head coach Lincoln Riley says reporting the players who have COVID-19 give his team an unfair competitive disadvantage. The weekly rant is aimed at Fox Sports 1 analyst Skip Bayless for saying the Dallas Cowboys quarterback was weak for talking about his depression publicly. Tune in to get your fix!!!
A Native of Tallahassee, coach, mentor, and serial entrepreneur; Brandon Fitzgerald Mickens has
dictated his life to service. A Graduate of Florida A&M University; Brandon received his Bachelor Degree in Political Science with a minor in Pre-Law. For a decade he has given his life to service in the community of Tallahassee. Brandon has coached at the youth, and middle school levels, Co-Founder of the Non-Profit Organization 850 Kings 7 on 7 team, and has recently become the Wide Receiver Coach for John Paul 2 Catholic School. Email: 850kings@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tallahassee.kings.7 The Fix Sports Podcast www.freedomtrainradio.com Patreon.com/thefix anchor.fm/thefixsports cashapp: $joeward84 Available on all podcast platforms
In Season 5 Episode 29 Pt 1 of The Fix Sports Podcast, Joseph shines his HBCU spotlight on former Virginia State University running back Trenton Cannon for making the Carolina Panthers' 53 man roster. In HBCU new Deion Sanders has been rumored to become the next head coach at Jackson State University. Houston Texans QB DeShaun Watson gets a contract extension, the Jacksonville Jaguars released running back Leonard Fournette but he was picked up by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Joseph has a discussion about the NBA playoffs as he updated you on the winners and losers from this past weeks games. Legendary head coach on the Georgetown basketball program John Thompson, Jr. died. The Brooklyn Nets hired Steve Nash as it's next head coach causing some to think he was hired because of "White Privilege". Alabama head coach is celebrated for leading his players in a march against social injustice; you know Joseph was side-eyeing the whole thing. The weekly rants is aimed at former NFL head coach and son of NFL coach Lovie Smith was indicted for pandering in Arizona. Tune in to get your fix!!!
Athlete turned Engineer, Project Manager, Motivational Speaker, and soon to be MBA graduate, Marlon Napier is Tallahassee Florida raised family man that encourages people that “your starting point is never your setback but your setup for your come up. That you are your biggest limiting factor.” Marlon has flourished in his career path while breaking down racial barriers in Corporate America without losing his identity. Marlon Napier was a standout athlete at Tallahassee’s James S. Rickards High School, which translated into him playing football for Florida State University. Marlon managed to receive his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering with minors in Math and Physics all while playing football for the Seminoles (First Football Athlete to Graduate from the FAMU/FSU College of Engineer in this field).
In Season 5 Episode 28 of The Fix Sports Podcast, Joseph shines his HBCU spotlight on former Morgan State University basketball star Phil Carr for signing his new professional contract to play in Sweden, In HBCU news, Morgan State University wide receiver Jordan Cofield dies in a motorcycle crash. The 2020 college football season has kicked off with a matchup between Central Arkansas and Austin Peay. Joseph gives is take on the recent NBA protest, Mike Pence and his staff criticized the NBA protest. Jacksonville, FL native T-Neisha Tate is promoted to a VP position within the Jaguars organization. 8 football players from the University of Nebraska are suing the Big 10. Joseph updates you on the 2020 NBA playoffs. A black real estate developer is the first majority owner of a professional baseball team. The weekly rant is aimed at former NFL player Herschel Walker for making a fool of himself at the Republican National Convention. Tune in to get your fix!!
In Season 5 Episode 27 of The Fix Sports Podcast, Joseph shines his HBCU spotlight on Delaware State University alumnus Russ Steinhorn for becoming a hitting instructor for the St. Louis Cardinals. In HBCU News, former North Carolina A&T University football player Donte Keys is transferring to Florida International University in an attempt to be drafted into the NFL. NBA Star Chris Paul is using his fashion to promote HBCUs. College football officials have concerns about the heart condition Myocarditis is connected to COVID-19. Mental Health experts have evidence to show that physical activity and healthy sporting can help manage mental illnesses. Former ESPN anchor Jemele Hill believes those who cote for Donald Trump are racist. Parents of Big 10 players protested outside of the Big 10 headquarters because they want a season this fall. Joseph gives you an update on the winners and losers in the NBA playoffs. Ohio State University start player Justin Fields launches a petition to play football this fall that has over 70,000 signatures. The Weekly Rant is aimed at former Fox Sports announcer Thom Brennaman is relieved of his duties after he uttered an anti-gay slur during a baseball game. Tune in to get your fix!!
In Season 5 Episode 26 of The Fix Sports Podcast, Joseph shines his HBCU spotlight on Doug Williams and James Harris for being inducted into the National Quarterback Club Hall of Fame, Howard alumnus Michael Lindo is the new Director of Player and Family Engagement for the Detroit Pistons, Florida A&M University's Alelee Figueroa is a 2020 NCAA Woman of the Year nominee. The Big 10 and the PAC 12 have postponed all of their fall sports until the spring. Will the ACC, SEC and Big 12 follow? Florida State University wide receiver D.J. Matthews Tweets that he is COVID-19 positive. Head Coach of the Los Angeles Charges Anthony Lynn announces to his team that he is COVID-19 positive. Will we have a college football season in 2020? Joseph gives an update on the last week's NBA and WNBA scores. Deion Sanders calls out all athletes who have decided to opt out of playing in 2020 because of COVID-19. The weekly rant is aimed at FL Governor Ron DeSantis for inviting all of college football to play in the state of Florida. Seattle Sea Hawks rookie Kemah Siverand was cut from the team for trying to sneak a girl into his room. Tune in to get your fix!!
In Season 5 Episode 25 of The Fix Sports Podcast, Joseph shines his HBCU spotlight on former Virginia State University running back Trenton Cannon for signing a contract to play for the Carolina Panthers. In HBCU news, Purdue University transfer Nojel Eastern is transferring to Howard University to complete his collegiate basketball career, Florida A&M University's football program is looking for a way to play at least four football games this season. In recognition of the Freedom Train Netwokrk's Mental Health Awareness month, Joseph breaks down an NCAA article about how mental health and sports psychologist are not a valued asset for a number of college athletic programs. Emmitt Smith and his wife Pat Smith are getting a divorce after 20 years. #WeAreUnited is the rallying cry for a group of Pac 12 players fighting for better treatment by the NCAA. The San Diego Chargers' Joey Bosa has a new contract for 5 years worth $135 million. The commissioner of Major League Baseball is blaming the players for the COVID-19 outbreak despite weak protocols to keep players safe. Joseph brings you up to speed on the past week's NBA, MLB and WNBA scores. The weekly rant is aimed at Toronto Blue Jays catcher Reese McGuire for getting caught by police masturbating in a parking lot, the former director of communications for the Los Angles Angles is charged with distributing fentanyl to Tyler Skaggs before Skaggs' death. Tune in to get your fix!!
In Season 5 Episode 24 of The Fix Sports Podcast, Joseph shines his HBCU spotlight on NBA player Robert Covington of the Houston Rockets, who was a star player for Tennessee State University, helped the Houston Rockets to victory over the Dallas Mavericks. In HBCU news, Ms. "Quadruple Double" Shakyla Hill, former star of the Grambling State University women's basketball team is using her platform to give back in the form of scholarships. According to an article by The Atlantic, high school athletes are struggling with anxiety and depression now more than ever. Several Major League Baseball players have tested positive for COVID-19 causing some games to be canceled. The NFL preseason was canceled due to COVID-19. Will we have an NFL season this year? The NFL is looking to fight domestic violence better by having talks of banning non-disclosure agreements. Michael Jordan donates $2.5 million to help fight black voter suppression. Joseph catches you up on the weeks winners and losers from the WNBA, MLB and NBA. The weekly rant is aimed at NFL Hall of Famer Mike Ditka, and some guy named Jeffrey Thurston for shooting former college football player Malachi Capers. Tune in to get your fix!!!
On Season 5 Episode 23 of The Fix Sports Podcast, Joseph shines his HBCU spotlight on Florida A&M University offensive tackle Calvin Ashley for declaring his for the 2021 NFL Draft, Norfolk State University standout basketball player Jermaine Bishop signs a pro deal with a Germany pro league basketball team, Florida A&M University women's basketball player Shalaunda Burney-Robinson also signs a professional basketball deal to play in the Chez Republic. In HBCU news, North Carolina A&T State University's football team is searching for a way to play football in 2020. World Team Tennis player Danielle Collins was dismissed from the tournament for leaving the bubble and leaving the state which was a violation of their COVID-19 protocol. Tracy McGrady and Jermaine O'Neal are starting a sports agency. New York Jets owner Woody Johnson is in the hot seat for allegedly making racist and sexist comments. Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. are scheduled to fight in an exhibition match on September 12th. SPORTS ARE BACK!!!! The WNBA and MLB regular seasons have started and, the NBA preseason has started. The weekly rant is aimed at the girlfriend of Baltimore Ravens offensive tackle D.J. Fluker for a number of alleged domestic violence incidents against Fluker. Tune in to get your fix!!
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In Season 5 Episode 22 of The Fix Sports Podcast, Joseph shines his HBCU spotlight on HBCU track & field athletes being a=honored with all-academic awards by the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association. In HBCU news, players from Florida A&M University and North Carolina A&T University have confirmed cases of Coronavirus. A number of NBA players are named to be the latest confirmed cases of the Coronavirus for the NBA, the NFL's Washington franchise announced they were changing their nickname after years of refusing to change the name, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski was suspended without pay for a flagrant email he sent to Sen. Josh Hawley, #freewoj. The NBA has a "snitch line" to help keep anyone from breaking the rules of the bubble, Dwight Howard was already warned for not wearing a mask. A 12 year old in England was arrested for sending a racist message to professional soccer player Wilfried Zaha. The weekly rant is aimed at the NFL's Washington franchise for the alleged on-going culture of sexual harassment which led to 15 women speaking out. Tune in to get your fix!!
In Season 5 Episode 21 of The Fix Sports Podcast, Joseph Ward talks HBCU news where ex-Southern University band director accepts a federal plea deal. Former Auburn University wide receiver Marquis McClain will be playing football at Southern University this fall. The Scrap Yard Dawgs Fast Pitch Softball team quit due to Tweets by the general manager in support of Donald Trump and against the BLM movement. Cam Newton is a New England Patriot with a heavy incentive-laden contract. The Big 10, ACC and the Big 12 have announced they will play conference only schedules for fall sports, will the SEC fall in line? The NBA will be restarting on July 30th within the bubble in their quest to crown a champion. Patrick Mahomes is the highest paid player in NFL history with a contract that can be worth up to $503 million. Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson was fined by the team for a post on Instagram that was seen as Anti-Semitic. The weekly rant is aimed at the co-owner of the Atlanta Dream for her push to keep BLM protest away from the Atlanta Dream organization. Tune in to get your fix!!
In Season 5 Episode 20 of The Fix Sports Podcast, Joseph shines his HBCU spotlight on Kentucky State student-athlete Cameron Galloway is honored as the 2020 recipient of the National Student-Athlete Day Giants Steps award, 7 foot tall five-star high school basketball player Makur Maker will be playing college basketball at Howard University. Joseph was joined by Cam and Mike, host of the Nothing Above The Moon Podcast. The gentlemen discussed the NFL playing the Lift Every Voice, the Black National Anthem, before every home game during week one. Does it make sense for sports to return during the middle of the current COVID-19 Pandemic? Would the return of sports be a distraction from the BLM protest against police violence? FedEx, Nike and other companies who are invested in the Washington Redskins have demanded that the name of the team is changed, former Florida State University football players are leading a petition to chnage the name of Doak Campbell Stadium. Tune in to get your fix!!
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