Before the NCHC season gets underway, Grand Forks Herald beat writer Brad Schlossman joins MidcoSN’s Alex Heinert to preview what to expect from University of North Dakota hockey in December’s Omaha Pod and beyond. The two discuss the path for UND to replicate the success they had last year (9:52), the unique Pod format and how teams will approach it (25:02) and the most likely challengers to earn Penrose Cup glory (29:33).

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MidcoSN Podcast: Brad Schlossman

On the eve of his 15th year of college hockey coverage, Grand Forks Herald Beat Writer Brad Schlossman joins MidcoSN’s Alex Heinert to preview the upcoming season for University of North Dakota hockey. The two talk about the team’s impact newcomers (7:03), project how this year’s group will look compared to the Penrose Cup-winning team of 2019-20 (18:45), and look ahead to what the schedule and format for this NCHC season could look like (35:32).

MidcoSN Podcast: Grand Forks Herald’s Brad Schlossman Talks UND Hockey

MidcoSN’s Alex Heinert chats with three-time Stanley Cup champion Matt Cullen and three-time Olympic medalist Gigi Marvin ahead of the HyVee/Sanford Legends for Kids Banquet.

MidcoSN Podcast: Stanley Cup Champ Matt Cullen and Olympic Medalist Gigi Marvin

The music has stopped and “The Last Dance” has concluded. Over the past five weeks, we’ve been fortunate enough to learn about all the partners in the dance, from security guards to rivals of Michael Jordan himself. It wasn’t always a smooth trot, but it ended on a high note, even if the tango could’ve continued. On the final episode of the Jordan On Jordan podcast, Midco Sports Network’s David Brown and basketball analyst Jordan Dalton reflect on episodes nine and ten of the docuseries. They discuss the “food poisoning” game, how MJ always found fuel in the tank, and whether the Bulls would have realistically been able to compete for another championship in the 1998-99 season. Plus, what will the lasting impact of the documentary be?

Jordan On Jordan: Episode 6 | 5/19/20

“Winning has a price and leadership has a price.” – Michael Jordan. While it may be cliché to say there’s a "method behind the madness" or that Michael Jordan is just "built differently," episodes seven and eight of “The Last Dance” get to the heart of why MJ is the way he is. It was raw, real and emotional. It provided a benchmark moment for a series that’s already featured so many incredible stories! In episode five of the Jordan On Jordan podcast, Midco Sports Network’s David Brown and basketball analyst Jordan Dalton discuss Michael Jordan’s drive, why MJ’s brief foray into baseball has benefitted from hindsight and what they’re looking forward to as the series wraps up next week!

Jordan On Jordan: Episode 5 | 5/12/20

We are now past the halfway point of “The Last Dance,” ESPN’s 10-part documentary series on Michael Jordan and the 1990s Chicago Bulls. Episodes five and six aired on Sunday night and, for the first time, showcased just how much of a fishbowl MJ operated in. With questions surrounding his gambling, his endorsements and his apolitical nature, along with the pressures of keeping the Bulls on top of the basketball world, you can start to see the fatigue that Michael Jordan was feeling. In episode four of the Jordan On Jordan podcast, Midco Sports Network’s David Brown and basketball analyst Jordan Dalton examine all the pressures that MJ dealt with from 1991-1993. They also discuss MJ’s role in society at the height of his powers and how that impacted his cultural standing.

Jordan On Jordan: Episode 4 | 5/5/20

It was appointment viewing yet again on Sunday night as episodes three and four of the 10-part docuseries “The Last Dance” were aired on ESPN. We’re not even halfway through the saga chronicling Michael Jordan and the 1990s Chicago Bulls and there’s already more subplots, supporting characters and turmoil than any classic drama. These episodes focused mainly on the enigmatic Dennis Rodman as well as the man who kept it all together, head coach Phil Jackson. For as much as Michael Jordan is revered, the players and coaches around him all add up to the rich story of why this team was so successful. In episode three of the ‘Jordan On Jordan’ podcast, Midco Sports Network’s David Brown and basketball analyst Jordan Dalton dissect what aired on Sunday night, highlighting the nuances of Rodman and Jackson and how managing personalities was almost as important as the managing the team on the floor.

Jordan On Jordan: Episode 3 | 4/28/20

A documentary years in the making and a story decades in the making finally made its debut on Sunday, April 19! The first two episodes of “The Last Dance,” a 10-part series which chronicles Michael Jordan and the 1990s Chicago Bulls, gave us a glimpse of just how emotional and intriguing this saga will be. In episode two of the “Jordan On Jordan” podcast, Midco Sports Network’s David Brown and basketball analyst Jordan Dalton recap the first two hours of “The Last Dance.” They discuss their favorite quotes, the MVP and LVP (least valuable player) of the series so far, and the most surprising things they learned. Plus, a discussion of how the documentary is portraying certain subjects and trying to strike a balanced tone.

Jordan On Jordan: Episode 2 | 4/21/20

In anticipation of the Chicago Bulls documentary "The Last Dance," David Brown and MidcoSN analyst Jordan Dalton preview the series.

Jordan On Jordan: Episode 1 | 4/14/20

The finish to the 2019-20 North Dakota high school sports winter season will always be remembered as the “what if” year. The Class A state basketball tournament was in the middle of its semifinal round when the news broke that the remainder of the winter sports tournaments would be suspended along with the spring sports season as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The news was a crushing blow to coaches, players, families, communities and more. In this MidcoSN podcast, I speak with Jamestown boys head coach Jacoby Lloyd, Edgeley-Kulm-Montpelier boys head coach Kevin Strobel and Shanley senior guard Hadley Huber. They share their own experiences of hearing the news of the suspension and dealing with the heartbreak of having their season ended prematurely. Episode Highlights: 2:00 - Jamestown boys basketball head coach Jacoby Lloyd shares his experience of finding out that the state tournament had been suspended. He also reveals some of the creative suggestions that were thrown out for trying to finish the tournament. 12:30 - Edgely-Kulm-Montpelier boys basketball head coach Kevin Strobel explains the impact the suspension of the Class B state basketball tournament had on not only his team, but the communities. 18:55 - Shanley senior guard Hadley Huber talks about the emotional rollercoaster her team experienced. Hours after their semifinal win to advance to the state championship game the Deacons learned the tournament was being suspended.

#NDpreps Stories of the Lost Season

The World of Outlaws season was just getting set to kick into high gear before a red flag caused by the COVID-19 outbreak brought the halt to the season. Many drivers on the tour, including 10-time series champion, Donny Schatz, is waiting it out like everybody else back at home. Brian Shawn caught up with the Fargo native to talk about it, his interaction on social media, his acting debut and a number of other topics in this MidcoSN podcast.

The World of Outlaws: Waiting to Go Back Green Again

The University of Sioux Falls women’s basketball team had their run in the NSIC Tournament end in the semifinals against St. Cloud State. But now, with the Central Region Tournament coming up on Friday, March 13, the Cougars and Huskies will face off in a rematch. This time, it’s win or go home! In the latest episode of the "Trap D" podcast, Midco Sports Network’s David Brown and USF head coach Travis Traphagen discuss the team’s run in the NSIC Tournament, the message after they lost in the semifinal round and how his team is preparing to face St. Cloud State once again. They also discuss the state of women’s basketball in South Dakota and how the game has grown so much over the past decade! EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS 0:28 – David and Coach Trap go over USF’s quarterfinal NSIC Tournament victory vs. Winona State and why defense was the main catalyst in their win. 6:20 – A discussion on the NSIC Tournament semifinal matchup with St. Cloud State and why the Cougars lost a double-digit lead in the 2nd quarter and didn’t play up to their potential in the 4th quarter. 10:17 – Coach Trap explains his approach to the team after the loss to St. Cloud State and why he decided to give them a couple of days off in the immediate aftermath. 12:57 – David and Coach Trap discuss playing the Huskies once again in the upcoming Central Region Tournament on Friday, March 13 in Warrensburg, Missouri. Sioux Falls maintained the 3rd seed in the region after the NSIC Tournament, while St. Cloud State moved back up to number 6, setting up this first round regional matchup. 16:36 – Trap explains how the South Dakota State-South Dakota women’s game for the Summit League Tournament championship and his own team’s success has helped fuel the rise of girls and women’s basketball in this region!

Trap D With Travis Traphagen – University of Sioux Falls Women's Basketball: Episode 16 (3/11/20)

David Brown and Head Coach Travis Traphagen discuss the University of Sioux Falls women's 24-5 regular season and look ahead to the NSIC Tournament.

Trap D With Travis Traphagen, USF Women’s Basketball, Ep 15

David Brown and University of Sioux Falls Head Coach Chris Johnson discuss clinching the NSIC South Division and look ahead to the NSIC Tournament.

Cougar Chronicle with Chris Johnson, USF Men's Basketball: Ep 15

David Brown and Travis Traphagen discuss USF clinching the South Division under interesting circumstances and getting ready for the home stretch!

Trap D with Travis Traphagen – University of Sioux Falls WBB: Episode 14

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