Sideline Chatter

Tribune Chronicle/The Vindicator

Sideline Chatter, a high school football podcast brought to you by the Tribune Chronicle and Vindicator, two of the longest published newspapers in Ohio's Mahoning Valley. We’ll be your go-to podcast for high school football information, discussing everything from upcoming matchups to top performances from the week before and we’ll even have conversations and interviews with some of your favorite coaches and players from around the Valley. Tune in every Thursday throughout the season to get up to date info for that week’s games. Find us on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. See you on the sidelines. read less
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Episodes

S2 E9: Rivalries, Conference title implications and a Week 9 review
Oct 18 2023
S2 E9: Rivalries, Conference title implications and a Week 9 review
Are you ready for some Mahoning Valley football action? We're unpacking all the dynamite from Week 9, leading with Ursuline's stunning victory over Chaney, which has set the stage for an electrifying Week 10. We're peeling back the layers on what strategies these ironclad teams are employing to keep their winning streaks alive, and what it means for their upcoming showdowns. We're not stopping there, though. We've got your inside scoop on how teams like Ursuline and Struthers have been holding up. Whether it’s Struthers' 21-0 shutdown against Niles or Springfield's applause-worthy win over McDonald, we're dissecting it all. Don't miss our deep dive into West Branch's postseason potential and why Western Reserve might just be the most underrated team in the area. And could Luke Henning be the most improved player around? Stick around to find out.But wait, there's more! We're spotlighting some of the most thrilling high school football games, including the upcoming clash between Warren Harding and Fitch. Listen in to hear about Harding's rising offensive prowess, Fitch's wavering performances and the face-off with Dan Evans that we're all waiting for. Plus, we'll be discussing standout MVAC games, Liberty Leopards' playoff prospects, and the Springfield-Lowellville title game. To top it all off, we're predicting the outcome of the much-anticipated rivalry match-up between Mooney and Ursuline. So, grab your helmets and get ready for an episode that's as exciting as a fourth quarter comeback!
S2 E6: Springfield stirs up the MVAC, Niles and Poland prepare to square off
Sep 27 2023
S2 E6: Springfield stirs up the MVAC, Niles and Poland prepare to square off
Ready to get swept up in the thrilling world of Mahoning Valley football? We're your sideline companions, bringing you an in-depth analysis of some of the valley's top teams. We kick things off by dissecting Ursuline's staggering dominance over Fitch, and we dare to ask the question - does this powerhouse have the potential to make a playoff run? However, with the daunting challenge of the Irish's late-season schedule, the road to victory is set to become a little rockier.Next, we shift our focus to the South Range's winning streak and how Dan Yeagley's culture of victory has led to the Raiders' consistent top standing. We also examine their upcoming clashes against Poland and Niles - the latter being the team responsible for the South Ranger's last conference loss. We also pull back the curtain to take a closer look at Springfield's strategy against Jackson-Milton, and how coach Sean Guerriero has conditioned his team for success.Finally, we take you into the heart of the action with Lowellville's sterling play in the conference, despite the loss of key players to graduation. We spotlight their special teams unit which has been a critical component of their success. As we wrap up, we discuss the laser focus of the Youngstown State football team ahead of its clash against Northern Iowa. You won't want to miss our breakdown of all this and more! Get ready to be whisked away into the heart of the game, with expert analysis, exciting predictions, and a fresh perspective on the sport you love. It's time to talk touchdowns, tackles, and triumphs - so come join us on the Sideline Chatter podcast. Victory is just a play away!
Season 2, Episode 2: High Stakes Games and Rising Stars Kickstart the Mahoning Valley Football Season
Aug 23 2023
Season 2, Episode 2: High Stakes Games and Rising Stars Kickstart the Mahoning Valley Football Season
Can you feel the electricity? High school football season in the  Mahoning Valley has kicked off with a bang! This week, we’re taking you through the heart-stopping matches and thrilling victories that have started the season off on an adrenaline-fueled high. From JFK's slow but steady triumph over Champion to South Range's emphatic win over Springfield, we've got you covered. Plus, get exclusive insights on first-year head coaches Damon Buente, David Rach, Derrick Bush and James Hogue and their significant wins at JFK, South Range, Lakeview and Newton Falls, respectively. But the excitement doesn't stop there. Prepare to relive the nail-biting finishes like Chaney and Akron East's single point difference game, Lowellville and Columbiana's suspense filled match, and last but certainly not least, Mineral Ridge's last-minute victory led by quarterback Owen Shingledecker and wide receiver Brady Balestrino. We'll also be breaking down the teams' strategies, like the game-changing potential of a two-quarterback system. We talk to Mineral Ridge head coach Brian Shaner and Balestrino all about it.As we round-up the first week's games, we zero in on the impressive wins across the Mahoning Valley, including Struthers, Cardinal Mooney, and Fitch. We'll also preview the upcoming nail-biter between Villa Angela St. Joe's and Cardinal Mooney and walk you through the historic journey of the 1973 Cardinal Mooney State Championship team. Strap in, it's going to be an exhilarating ride!