Balls & Banter

World Cup Quarterfinals, Ivy League AI Cheating Scandals, and McGregor Returns

World Cup Quarterfinals, Ivy League AI Cheating Scandals, and McGregor ReturnsThe World Cup quarterfinals are here, and we'll preview every matchup as the race to the championship intensifies. We also dive into one of the wildest headlines of the week, discuss the viral Ivy League AI cheating story after exam scores collapsed under in-person testing, and look ahead to Conor McGregor's return against Max Holloway. Plus, NASCAR heads to Atlanta's EchoPark Speedway, we wrap up the week's biggest sports stories, and, of course, finish with the best memes from around the internet. Live Show Tuesday and Thursday, 3pm est.SOCIALS: https://linktr.ee/drewberquist [https://linktr.ee/drewberquist] WEBSITE: https://AirItOutBro.com [https://airitoutbro.com/]  #DrewBerquist #Balls&Banter #Balls Show Notes/Links: World Cup Quarter Finals start today... https://x.com/FIFAWorldCup/status/2074656396264763855?s=20 [https://x.com/FIFAWorldCup/status/2074656396264763855?s=20]Most absurd headline of the week https://x.com/nypost/status/2074961889772052899?s=20 [https://x.com/nypost/status/2074961889772052899?s=20] Luke Wilson, 54, and girlfriend Kendall Yates, 24, welcome their first baby https://x.com/californiapost/status/2074955712749306123?s=20 [https://x.com/californiapost/status/2074955712749306123?s=20]Ivy League professor suspected AI cheating, ordered an in-person final, & saw average scores plunge from 96 to 48 https://x.com/Polymarket/status/2075041407597699286?s=20 [https://x.com/Polymarket/status/2075041407597699286?s=20] Connor McGregor vs Max Holloway fight Saturday Nascar is in Atlanta this weekend at Echopark Speedway https://x.com/NASCAR/status/2074561864558612567?s=20 [https://x.com/NASCAR/status/2074561864558612567?s=20] Best Memes of the Week

USA Crashes Out, Belgium Trolls Trump, But Don't Worry....Football Is Almost Back

The U.S. Men's National Team is heading home after a disappointing Round of 16 loss to Belgium. We break down what went wrong, from costly mistakes and sloppy play to the reality of where American soccer still stands on the global stage. We also discuss Belgium's viral Trump dance celebration, the first World Cup quarterfinals ever without Brazil, Germany, or Italy, Chase Briscoe's win in Chicago, the end of Brendan Sorsby's legal battle and what it means for his football future, plus a look back at Hulk Hogan's legendary NWO heel turn and the greatest factions in wrestling history. And don't worry, football is almost back.Live Show Tuesday and Thursday, 3pm est.SOCIALS: https://linktr.ee/drewberquist [https://linktr.ee/drewberquist] WEBSITE: https://AirItOutBro.com [https://airitoutbro.com/]  #DrewBerquist #Balls&Banter #Balls Show Notes/Links:  Joey Chetnut wins 18th hot dog eating championship https://x.com/br_betting/status/2073452183022948357?s=20 [https://x.com/br_betting/status/2073452183022948357?s=20] US eliminated by Belgium in round of 16 https://x.com/theScore/status/2074313752560775449?s=20 [https://x.com/theScore/status/2074313752560775449?s=20]For the first time in World Cup history, the quarter finals will not feature Brazil, Germany or Italy https://x.com/PolymarketSport/status/2074182459718033689?s=20 [https://x.com/PolymarketSport/status/2074182459718033689?s=20] Remaining World Cup bracket https://x.com/ofootball__/status/2074313391137751474?s=20 [https://x.com/ofootball__/status/2074313391137751474?s=20] Chase Briscoe wins NASCAR race at Chicagoland https://x.com/SportsonPrime/status/2073945343436226925?s=20 [https://x.com/SportsonPrime/status/2073945343436226925?s=20] Chris Gotterup wins John Deere Classic for third win of the season https://x.com/PGATOUR/status/2073885432748683297?s=20 [https://x.com/PGATOUR/status/2073885432748683297?s=20] No further litigation in Brendan Sorsby, NFL case https://x.com/RapSheet/status/2072063030192680974?s=20 [https://x.com/RapSheet/status/2072063030192680974?s=20] On this date in 1996, Hulk Hogan turned heel and the New World Order was born https://x.com/WrestlingNewsCo/status/2074342677835821528?s=20 [https://x.com/WrestlingNewsCo/status/2074342677835821528?s=20]

USA Breaks 24-Year Curse, Blockbuster Jalen Brown Trade and LeBron Leaving the Lakers?

The U.S. Men's National Team finally earned its first World Cup knockout-round victory since 2002, defeating Bosnia-Herzegovina with 10 men despite a highly debated red card. Now comes a massive showdown with Belgium—but without Folarin Balogun. We also dive into the NBA's wild offseason, including Boston's stunning decision to trade Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia, LeBron James signaling his Lakers run may be over, and what it all means for the league. Plus, the Oilers add Frederik Andersen, Terrion Arnold is released by Detroit, conference realignment continues with the new Pac-12 and Mountain West, major apparel changes hit college football, and we preview another busy NASCAR weekend.Live Show Tuesday and Thursday, 3pm est.SOCIALS: https://linktr.ee/drewberquist [https://linktr.ee/drewberquist]WEBSITE: https://AirItOutBro.com [https://AirItOutBro.com] #DrewBerquist #Balls&Banter #BallsShow Notes/Links: US men's soccer beats Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0https://x.com/DAZNFootball/status/2072502252690882911?s=20 [https://x.com/DAZNFootball/status/2072502252690882911?s=20]Oilers sign Frederik Andersen to a one-year contract worth $2.8 millionhttps://x.com/espn/status/2072482241297465640?s=20 [https://x.com/espn/status/2072482241297465640?s=20]Sergei Bobrovsky signing 3 year deal with Maple Leafshttps://x.com/espn/status/2072394938046673202?s=20 [https://x.com/espn/status/2072394938046673202?s=20]Celtics deal Jalen Brown to 76ers in blockbuster deal https://x.com/BleacherReport/status/2072444663240577308?s=20 [https://x.com/BleacherReport/status/2072444663240577308?s=20]Lebron tells Lakers to plan on him not being there, will play elsewherehttps://x.com/espn/status/2071989415639962099?s=20 [https://x.com/espn/status/2071989415639962099?s=20]Lions release CB Terrion Arnold https://x.com/BussinWTB/status/2071686127417745888?s=20 [https://x.com/BussinWTB/status/2071686127417745888?s=20]New Pac-12 conferencehttps://x.com/CollegeFBonX/status/2072382561163124784?s=20 [https://x.com/CollegeFBonX/status/2072382561163124784?s=20]The new Mountain West conferencehttps://x.com/CollegeFBonX/status/2072333744489238585?s=20 [https://x.com/CollegeFBonX/status/2072333744489238585?s=20]Major NCAA schools doing brand switcheshttps://x.com/On3/status/2072311395291365399?s=20 [https://x.com/On3/status/2072311395291365399?s=20]South Carolina uniforms with Nike swooshhttps://x.com/GamecockFB/status/2072282505168695446?s=20 [https://x.com/GamecockFB/status/2072282505168695446?s=20]Nascar this weekendhttps://x.com/CollegeFBonX/status/2072333744489238585?s=20 [https://x.com/CollegeFBonX/status/2072333744489238585?s=20]

LaMelo to Minnesota in Blockbuster Deal, NCAA Overhaul & Lions Star Arrested

The NBA offseason explodes as LaMelo Ball is reportedly headed to the Timberwolves in a blockbuster deal that could reshape the Western Conference. We also break down the NCAA's sweeping new eligibility rules that effectively eliminate the traditional redshirt system, Michigan's historic NBA Draft night, and postseason changes for North Dakota State and Sacramento State. Plus, the latest on the serious allegations involving Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold, Team USA's World Cup path, and a look ahead to this weekend's Travelers Championship and international soccer action.Live Show Tuesday and Thursday, 3pm est.SOCIALS: https://linktr.ee/drewberquist [https://linktr.ee/drewberquist]WEBSITE: https://AirItOutBro.com [https://AirItOutBro.com] #DrewBerquist #Balls&Banter #BallsShow Notes/Links: USMNT round of 32 and 16 games forecasted https://x.com/ClayTravis/status/2069888535558267229?s=20 [https://x.com/ClayTravis/status/2069888535558267229?s=20] The NCAA is officially adopting the age-based eligibility structure, giving players 5 years to play 5 seasonshttps://x.com/CFBKings/status/2069486481752670280?s=20 [https://x.com/CFBKings/status/2069486481752670280?s=20]N.C. State vs Virginia will remain Week 0 game after changing tune on Rio De Janeirohttps://x.com/PackFootball/status/2069481084975288425?s=20 [https://x.com/PackFootball/status/2069481084975288425?s=20]NCAA approves postseason eligibility for NDSU and Sacramento State effective immediatelyhttps://x.com/CFBKings/status/2069889561186926854?s=20 [https://x.com/CFBKings/status/2069889561186926854?s=20]Michigan makes history in NBA drafthttps://x.com/umichbball/status/2069802651735175583?s=20 [https://x.com/umichbball/status/2069802651735175583?s=20]The Charlotte Hornets are trading LaMelo Ball and Josh Green to the Minnesota Timberwolves for Naz Reid, a 2033 unprotected first-round pick, three first-round pick swaps (2028, 2029, 2030) and three second-round picks (2029, 2032, 2033) https://x.com/espn/status/2070136874715291857?s=20 [https://x.com/espn/status/2070136874715291857?s=20]Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold has been arrested in connection with an alleged armed robbery and kidnapping in Tampa, Floridahttps://x.com/Breaking911/status/2070001338944041146?s=20 [https://x.com/Breaking911/status/2070001338944041146?s=20]

Dusty Leaves Michigan, Giannis Traded & Oklahoma’s Unreal Title Run

College sports got rocked as Dusty May reportedly leaves Michigan for the Dallas Mavericks, forcing the Wolverines into a sudden coaching change just months after a national championship run. We break down what comes next for Michigan, Oklahoma's improbable College World Series title after a mediocre SEC campaign, and a wild week of major moves across sports. Plus, Giannis heads to Miami in a blockbuster trade, the Panthers unite the Tkachuk brothers, Wyndham Clark wins another U.S. Open, Cory Heim conquers NASCAR's historic Naval Base race, and we discuss everything from Nebraska's new uniforms to Morgan Wallen's streaming dominance.Live Show Tuesday and Thursday, 3pm est.SOCIALS: https://linktr.ee/drewberquist [https://linktr.ee/drewberquist]WEBSITE: https://AirItOutBro.com [https://AirItOutBro.com] #DrewBerquist #Balls&Banter #BallsShow Notes/Links: Dusty May leaving Michigan, heading to become HC of Dallas Maverickshttps://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/2069061865527767340?s=20 [https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/2069061865527767340?s=20]Michigan is promoting assistant coach Mike Boynton to be the new interim Head Coach https://x.com/uofmcoverage/status/2069091026468233721?s=20 [https://x.com/uofmcoverage/status/2069091026468233721?s=20] Oklahoma takes game 3, wins college world serieshttps://x.com/On3/status/2069252473869496787?s=20 [https://x.com/On3/status/2069252473869496787?s=20] Wyndham Clark wins U.S. Openhttps://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/2068828433489019166?s=20 [https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/2068828433489019166?s=20]Cory Heim wins in San Diego on Naval Base Coronadohttps://x.com/NASCAR/status/2068850531594916025?s=20 [https://x.com/NASCAR/status/2068850531594916025?s=20]https://x.com/NASCAR/status/2068858283729813957?s=20 [https://x.com/NASCAR/status/2068858283729813957?s=20]The Florida Panthers are trading for Brady Tkachuk, where he will play with his brother Matthewhttps://x.com/NHL/status/2068840961103266057?s=20 [https://x.com/NHL/status/2068840961103266057?s=20] Bucks dealing Giannis Antetokounmpo to Miami Heathttps://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/2069268395837550623?s=20 [https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/2069268395837550623?s=20]Jersey Mike takes over Chick-Fil-A as top fast food restauranthttps://x.com/Polymarket/status/2067653611522330845?s=20 [https://x.com/Polymarket/status/2067653611522330845?s=20]Nebraska has new uniforms and they are terriblehttps://x.com/B1Gfootball/status/2068680766796517402?s=20 [https://x.com/B1Gfootball/status/2068680766796517402?s=20]Grinch 2 with Jim Carrey in the workshttps://x.com/Variety/status/2067674092535431223?s=20 [https://x.com/Variety/status/2067674092535431223?s=20]