Football Fix: Coaches Kickin' it to the Max

0011: Calvin Schiraldi: Kickin' It with Mr. ATX on the Mound

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2600918/fan_mail/new] Calvin Schiraldi on Texas Baseball, the ’83 CWS Run, MLB Lessons & the ’86 Red Sox Reunion | Football Fix Host Kyle Maxfield (SpotOnMax) welcomes UT baseball legend and former MLB pitcher Calvin Schiraldi, now coaching at Brentwood Christian in Austin, to discuss his path from Westlake High School to Texas and the pros. Schiraldi recounts moving from Northeast Austin to Westlake, learning pitching IQ under Coach Howard Bouchon, and winning a state title as a senior. He covers playing three years at Texas and reaching the College World Series all three seasons, the 1983 team’s historic staff with four 12-game winners, being drafted 26th overall by the Mets, and the business-like reality of MLB. Schiraldi shares stories about Coach Gus, teammates and stars he faced, differences between NL and AL play, pitching approach and travel demands, and his experience at the 40th reunion of the 1986 Red Sox World Series team at Fenway Park. 00:00 Intro & Guest Welcome 05:37 UT Longhorns & College World Series 14:00 Getting Drafted by the Mets 15:39 Facing the Best: Gwynn, Reggie & Roger 21:25 The Art of Pitching & Competitive Fire 24:49 The 1986 World Series 26:54 Life in the Majors: Travel, Pitching & Money 35:51 Coaching & Today's Game 38:53 Wrap-Up

010:Football Fix: Bart Thomas-The Buck Doesn't Stop Here

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2600918/fan_mail/new] Join Bart  and I as we reminisce the good ol' days of  Southwest Conference Football and  rekindle the Texas Tech- A&M rivalry. We talk about everything from his family bloodlines including  NFL Hall of Fame brother Zach, to his 40 and over record holding Masters Pentathlon. We connect through the lens of small town football in the state of Texas and discuss just how important pride is to the game and how it can change peoples lives.

009: Ronnie Flowers: From Pet Tumbleweeds to Horseshoe Bay

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2600918/fan_mail/new] Ronnie Flowers is a living legend in the Texas high school football world. He is a one of a kind genuine guy that has served coaches and school districts for more than 50 years. He built Athletic Supply into one of the most respected businesses in the state. He built it the right way with service, great people, and a generous heart. One of the best story tellers you will ever meet, this episode will give you a glimpse into the man behind Ronnie.

008: RC SLOCUM: From Orange to Aggie Maroon, Great Stories from RC and His Climb to the College Football Hall of Fame

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2600918/fan_mail/new] RC Slocum, one of the greatest college football coaches of all-time, joins the show and shares personal stories from growing up in the Golden Triangle to his early days as a young coach. His wisdom and advice to coaches and players reaches far beyond the game. He deep dives into his Hall of Fame career at Texas A&M and his lifelong relationships that he has cultivated along the journey. Pure gold!

007:Coach Weldon Nelms: Plains Texans Bullfrog Legend

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2600918/fan_mail/new] Weldon Nelms THSCA Hall of Honor, class of 2026 has a nice ring to it. Never a more deserving coach than Coach Nelms. He checks all the boxes when it comes to legendary. Join us as we travel through the "Plains" of Texas to his journey to WImberley (twice) and beyond.