Bluegrass Sports Guys

Bluegrass Sports Guys - Episode 35

Our guest this week is Anthony Pilone. Originally from New Jersey, Anthony is the consummate sports junkie. Drawing upon his experiences as a New Jersey kid, Anthony shares his stories of his favorite teams growing up and his time at the University of Maryland where he got to witness the great Len Bias along with the legendary matchups with Michael Jordan. He was also in attendance to arguably the greatest college basketball ever played - 1992 Duke/Kentucky. You will not want to miss his recount of that game!

Bluegrass Sports Guys - Episode 34

In this episode, legendary basketball coach Scott Edgar sits down for a candid conversation covering a storied career. Coach Edgar shares insights from his early days, his influential tenure alongside Nolan Richardson as an assistant at Arkansas, as well as the intense Memphis recruiting wars. From his early days to classic NCAA tournament matchups—including unforgettable games against Arkansas and North Carolina, you will want to give this a listen!

Bluegrass Sports Guys - Episode 33

In this episode we have on former Marshall Co. star and Vanderbilt player Barry Goheen. Barry played guard for the Vanderbilt Commodores from 1985 to 1989. He was famed for delivering in the biggest moments, winning an incredible nine games with last-second shots and earning the title “Mr. Memorial Magic” among Commodore fans. Barry is a Vanderbilt Hall of Famer, First Team All-SEC selection his senior year, and a three-time Academic All-SEC honoree.

Bluegrass Sports Guys - Episode 32

As high school basketball gets started, we talk about days at the beginning of the season and the grind from start to the start of games. Dave gives us a good story about using balls filled with water for training and Rob gives us some insight on how the shot clock will impact high school basketball.

Bluegrass Sports Guys - Episode 31

Step into Kentucky sports history with this episode of The Bluegrass Sports Guys featuring Brooks Downing, former Director of Media Relations for the University of Kentucky Athletics Association. Brooks takes listeners behind the scenes of his early career in UK Athletics, sharing vivid stories and unforgettable moments from courtside to the press room. Hear firsthand reflections on legendary voices and figures who shaped Big Blue Nation—Cawood Ledford’s enduring legacy, Rick Pitino’s enormous presence, Tubby Smith’s steady hand, and the beloved "Mr. Wildcat" Bill Keightley. From classic rivalries to classic moments inside and outside of Rupp Arena, this episode captures the soul of Kentucky basketball and the people who made it iconic.