It's a BIG rivalry weekend in the East Region, and this week's Coach's Corner & Player Profile focus on two of them. First, in the Coach's Corner, Coast Guard Academy Head Coach Bill George announced his impending retirement Tuesday, effective after the Secretaries' Cup game vs. Merchant Marine Academy. Coach George tell Frank & James about his decision, the big game, and what's next for him after 21 seasons as Coast Guard's Head Coach. Then, in our Player Profile, IT'S GOTTA BE THE SHOE...
Nov 15, 2019•36 min•Ep. 251
After the 2019 edition of the "D3 BlitzER" aired Saturday, Frank & James take you through the "best of" the show (well, maybe not really the "best of" it, but you'll understand)... After that, they take you through all of the Week 10 action, including the crowning of all but one conference champion, with clips from 20 of the 36 games of the East! After that, JB runs through his stats of the week, and Frank & James review the second set of East Region Regional Rankings, released by the NC...
Nov 14, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 250
It's a double-header show, as after the open (where Frank talks about his "Montclair Problem"), the guys jump right into highlights, scores, and standings in "Crunchtime." After that, they bring in Greg Thomas to discuss the First East Regional Rankings. We have clips from a record 20 games, and we have analysis you won't find anywhere else. There are still five conferences that haven't crowned their automatic playoff qualifier, and Frank & James review each one of their races. Make sure to ...
Nov 07, 2019•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 249
Frank & James break down the two major Upstate New York games of the past weekend, as they show several clips from the Union/Ithaca and Brockport/Cortland games. Frank also interviewed players and coaches from both winning teams, including: Union QB Will Bellamy (12:45); Union RB Ike Irabor & WR Andre Ross, Jr. (15:30); Union CB Paul Chambers & OLB Evan Gilland (19:55); Union Head Coach Jeff Behrman (24:45); Brockport QB Jason Hellwig (35:50); Brockport LB Andrew Covais (39:05); Broc...
Nov 04, 2019•59 min•Ep. 248
Happy Halloween! We have no tricks here on "In the Huddle," just a big treat... Well, actually, THREE treats as Frank & James interviewed WPI Sr. Tri-Captains LB Nick Ostrowski, RB Sean McAllen, and DB Sam Casey to discuss WPI's best start in their history (7-0), the huge NEWMAC matchup between WPI and MIT this Satuday, and what they define a successful season as after the dynamic start they've had. If you weren't a WPI fan before, these guys will definitely make you think again -- the inter...
Oct 31, 2019•32 min•Ep. 247
It's Week 8 Host Chat, with video highlights from 16 games, and an entire rundown of Pool C (at-large playoff bid) possibilities for East Region teams. Frank & James lead off with the UMHB field goal controversy, and dive right into the action. This episode includes an interview with Wesley WR Ruhann Peele after his game-winning TD in OT against Montclair. Remember to "Like" and "Share" this episode! Thanks for all of your support throughout this season!
Oct 30, 2019•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 246
We realize one of your favorite aspects of "In the Huddle" is the player interviews we have done over the years, and this week, we add two more quality interviews to that body of work. First, we're shocked it's taken Frank & James this long to get Cortland QB Brett Segala on the show -- he's led the Red Dragons to great success, especially this year, as the nationally-ranked team prepares for some huge games over the next few weeks. Get to know Brett's story in this first interview. Then, Fr...
Oct 23, 2019•32 min•Ep. 245
First, let's admit it: MOMS RULE. And Frank decided to find two special moms -- Mrs. Bainter and Mrs. Lipsky -- to discuss their sons' antics at Springfield before Frank & James dive into football... And dive into games, they did -- 34 games, with video highlights for half of those games. They also talk about featured stats of the week in "JB's Stat Chat" and then review all of the East Region standings and Week 8 schedules. Also in this episode, Frank interviews Springfield RB Tim Callahan,...
Oct 23, 2019•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 244
Frank & James hit the jackpot again with two incredible player interviews this week! First, from undefeated Salisbury, senior linebacker Patrick Bernardo joined the guys to discuss the Seagulls' 2019 success and to preview the crucial Rowan game this Saturday. Then, "senior" quarterback Jose Tabora of Wilkes (watch the interview to understand the use of quotes around senior) discusses the Colonels' surprise 5-0 start before heading into MAC stalwart DelVal this Saturday. Both interviews are ...
Oct 18, 2019•35 min•Ep. 243
Better late than never? We think so! Frank explains the tardiness of the show in this week's open. Then, Frank & James go through all 31 Week 6 games (showing video highlights of 14 of them) in "Crunchtime." JB hands out his Midterm Grades before the guys bring in Anna Maria Head Coach Dan Mulrooney to discuss his team's big come-from-behind win at Alfred State. Finally, Frank & James look through the standings and Week 7 schedules to identify the big games and important races in each co...
Oct 17, 2019•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 242
It's time for player interviews! First, Frank & James spoke with Endicott quarterback Joe Kalosky about his team's exciting 2019 season, including a close call against nationally-ranked Wesley and an important win vs. Salve Regina. He also explains his return from an early-season injury and how he's feeling now. Then, fasten your seatbelt -- it's the interview you've all been waiting for. It's one part shake-weight, one part toy chainsaw, and two parts Springfield Brotherhood -- QB Chad Shad...
Oct 10, 2019•51 min•Ep. 241
You love our video highlights in our weekly recap, so we keep delivering here - all 33 Week 5 games are covered for the #d3fb East Region! In addition, Frank & James look at each conference race and play interviews Frank did at Union College Saturday after the Dutchmen defeated Hobart. Those interviews include: Quarterback Will Bellamy Running Back Ike Irabor Linebacker Colin Lama Head Coach Jeff Behrman Enjoy this episode, and, as always, PLEASE remember to "like" or "share" it to your soci...
Oct 09, 2019•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 240
History is being made at King's College, with the Monarchs' first ever 3-0 start this season. Yet, Head Coach Jeff Knarr has taken it in stride and continues to guide his team with a steady hand in the styling of his mentor, late Muhlenberg Head Coach Mike Donnelly. Knarr spoke with Frank & James about the Monarchs' season, the team's next game against Misericordia, what Donnelly meant to him and many others, and how the MAC stacks up against other conferences in his view during this intervi...
Oct 03, 2019•21 min•Ep. 239
So, Frank made some new friends this week at Endicott, and JB made sure Frank addressed that issue in this episode right at the start. Then, the guys get down to business, as they show highlights from 13 different games during their "Crunchtime" segment before previewing each of the East Region's nine conference races, as almost everyone continues or begins conference play this weekend. If you want to know where things stand a third of the way through this 2019 season, THIS is the episode to wat...
Oct 01, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 238
You liked the way we released our interview episode last week, when we released both our Coach's Corner and Player Interview segments together, so we did it again this week with some GREAT guests. First, Frank & James interview long-time St. John FIsher Head Coach Paul Vosburgh for a wide-rangining discussion, including his thoughts on last week's opponent (TCNJ), next week's tough Ithaca matchup, and the future of the Empire 8, with its mix of state and private schools. Then, the guys speak...
Sep 25, 2019•39 min•Ep. 237
This week in our Host Chat episode, Frank brings us interviews from Merchant Marine Academy, as he spoke with QB Krystian Abbott, WR Joe Vitelli, DL Tyler Sloman, and Head Coach Mike Toop after USMMA's first shutout in nearly 16 years. Frank & James also take you through another video highlight paradise in our "Crunchtime" segment before running through the standings and schedules throughout the East Region. Please remember to "Like" and "Share" this episode on social media! Our coach and pl...
Sep 24, 2019•1 hr•Ep. 236
Listen to Frank & James make fools of themselves by trying to pick this week's big games!
Sep 20, 2019•15 min•Ep. 235
As a special treat, this week, Frank & James are combining their Coach and Player interviews. First, the guys talk with William Paterson Head Coach Dustin Johnson about his first head-coaching win against FDU-Florham last weekend. Johnson, who has caught the eye of other current and former NJAC coaches (like DeLane Fitzgerald), discusses the maturation process he's been working on at William Paterson and what to expect over the remainder of this season. Then, Frank & James sit down with ...
Sep 18, 2019•29 min•Ep. 234
We have the most video highlights we've ever packed into one Host Chat episode right here! Frank & James run through all the action in their "Crunchtime" segment and review the standings and next week's schedule. They also have an interview from Sean Greene of Wesley's Coray Williams and discuss Pool C (at-large bid) prospects for the East Region. This is the must-see/must-hear episode each week for #d3fb East Region fanatics - so sit back and enjoy the episode after you "share" it on your s...
Sep 18, 2019•50 min•Ep. 233
Today's episode is being released on 9/11/19, so Frank opens the show with a tribute to those we lost and shows a 9/11 memorial from his home area of Ballston Spa, NY. Then, we resume the show's annual tradition of playing ITH's 2008 interview with former WPI Head Coach Ed Zaloom, when Zaloom discussed his memories of 9/11 with Eric Ren & Frank. Then, we have eight player interviews -- that's right... EIGHT. Here they are, with their timestamps: WPI Sr. Linebacker Nick Ostrowski (0:07:00); W...
Sep 11, 2019•41 min•Ep. 232
Week 1 is in the books, and we had a lot of surprises -- and some stunning statistical performances -- across the East Region. Frank & James go through every result with several video highlights in "Crunchtime" and then look at Region conference by conference to explain what it all means. After that, they bring you interviews with four great coaches, including: WPI Coach Chris Robertson (44:30); Utica Coach Blaise Faggiano (51:20); DelVal Coach Duke Greco (54:15); and Wesley Coach Chip Knapp...
Sep 10, 2019•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 231
It's Season 12 time on "In the Huddle!" That means Frank & James will preview each of the nine conferences of the East Region of #d3fb, projecting the winners and sleepers in each. In addition, you asked for more interviews of players and coaches this season -- and we delivered. In this episode, catch: SUNY-Maritime Head Coach Mickey Rehring (0:07:30); Brockport Senior Quarterback Jason Hellwig (0:54:45); and Widener Senior Wide Receiver James Gillespie (1:22:15). After all that, Frank &...
Sep 03, 2019•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 230
Frank Rossi, James Baker and special co-hosts throughout the season will bring you reviews, previews and interviews with newsmakers of the NCAA Division III's East Region conferences all season long. That includes the CCC, ECFC, Empire 8, Liberty League, MAC, MASCAC, NESCAC, NEWMAC, and NJAC. The show includes the much-heralded "Crunchtime" recap, including audio clips from the games of the week.
Aug 30, 20170
Frank Rossi, James Baker and special co-hosts throughout the season will bring you reviews, previews and interviews with newsmakers of the NCAA Division III's Liberty League football conference all season long. That includes Hobart, Union, RPI, WPI, Springfield, St. Lawrence, Rochester and Merchant Marine Academy. The show includes the much-heralded "Around the League" recap, including audio clips from the games of the week.
Nov 21, 20160
Frank Rossi, James Baker and special co-hosts throughout the season will bring you reviews, previews and interviews with newsmakers of the NCAA Division III's Liberty League football conference all season long. That includes Hobart, Union, RPI, WPI, Springfield, St. Lawrence, Rochester and Merchant Marine Academy. The show includes the much-heralded "Around the League" recap, including audio clips from the games of the week.
Nov 14, 20160
Pat Coleman from D3football.com joins Frank Rossi and Greg Thomas in this special Selection Eve show that will attempt to replicate the NCAA Division III Football Selection and Bracketing process. During the live show, they will take your questions throughout the show to help those unfamiliar with the process understand how it works and to help those more familiar understand how the specific numbers apply to this year's field selection.
Nov 13, 20160
Frank Rossi, James Baker and special co-hosts throughout the season will bring you reviews, previews and interviews with newsmakers of the NCAA Division III's Liberty League football conference all season long. That includes Hobart, Union, RPI, WPI, Springfield, St. Lawrence, Rochester and Merchant Marine Academy. The show includes the much-heralded "Around the League" recap, including audio clips from the games of the week.
Nov 07, 20160
Frank Rossi, James Baker and special co-hosts throughout the season will bring you reviews, previews and interviews with newsmakers of the NCAA Division III's Liberty League football conference all season long. That includes Hobart, Union, RPI, WPI, Springfield, St. Lawrence, Rochester and Merchant Marine Academy. The show includes the much-heralded "Around the League" recap, including audio clips from the games of the week.
Oct 30, 20160
Frank Rossi, James Baker and special co-hosts throughout the season will bring you reviews, previews and interviews with newsmakers of the NCAA Division III's Liberty League football conference all season long. That includes Hobart, Union, RPI, WPI, Springfield, St. Lawrence, Rochester and Merchant Marine Academy. The show includes the much-heralded "Around the League" recap, including audio clips from the games of the week.
Oct 23, 20160
Frank Rossi, James Baker and special co-hosts throughout the season will bring you reviews, previews and interviews with newsmakers of the NCAA Division III's Liberty League football conference all season long. That includes Hobart, Union, RPI, WPI, Springfield, St. Lawrence, Rochester and Merchant Marine Academy. The show includes the much-heralded "Around the League" recap, including audio clips from the games of the week.
Oct 16, 20160
