Hour 1 of the Braden Surprenant Show begins with a warm welcome back to listeners, following a week-long hiatus. Braden Surprenant expresses gratitude to the University of San Diego for allowing him to call a memorable baseball game at Dodger Stadium, where the USD Toreros secured a commanding 9-1 victory over Michigan. He provides a detailed recap of the game, highlighting standout performances from the Toreros.
Transitioning to the weekend’s sports action, Surprenant updates listeners on college baseball matchups, including the ongoing series between Dallas Baptist and USD, where the Toreros staged a thrilling comeback for the win. He also touches on San Diego State and UCSD’s games, setting the stage for further discussion later in the show.
Shifting focus to college basketball, Surprenant reflects on San Diego State’s recent loss to Boise on Senior Day, acknowledging fan disappointment but also emphasizing the team’s potential in the upcoming Mountain West Tournament. He praises USD’s basketball team for their season achievements, despite a recent loss to Santa Clara.
Braden discusses the future prospects of San Diego’s college basketball teams, highlighting the positive trajectory of USD and UCSD’s programs. Segueing to the much-anticipated topic of Padres baseball, he previews the team’s final week of spring training, acknowledging the challenges posed by an incomplete roster and upcoming series in Korea against the Dodgers.
Braden candidly discusses the strengths and weaknesses of the Padres, emphasizing the potential impact of young players and the importance of team camaraderie. He invites audience participation through calls and engagement on social media platforms, promising further discussion on Padres baseball and potential roster moves before the team’s departure for Korea.
Despite the uncertainty, Braden remains optimistic about the Padres’ potential, acknowledging the team’s youth, camaraderie, and hunger for success. He encourages listeners to stay tuned for further Padres discussions and shifts focus to Aztec basketball as March Madness approaches.
In Hour 2 of the Braden Surprenant Show…
In the first segment, Braden begins by discussing the upcoming Padres game against the Angels and the significance of the preseason matchups as the regular season opener approaches. He takes a call from a listener named Chance, who shares his observations from spring training in Peoria, Arizona, highlighting the team’s improved focus and determination under new management. Braden agrees with Chance’s assessment and emphasizes the importance of learning from past mistakes to achieve success. He concludes the segment by expressing optimism for the Padres’ prospects in the upcoming season.
The second segment kicks off with Braden providing updates on San Diego State Aztecs basketball, discussing the team’s recent loss and their potential in the NCAA tournament. He analyzes potential matchups for the Aztecs in the tournament and emphasizes the importance of the upcoming Mountain West Tournament for their seeding. Braden concludes the segment by previewing the week ahead in college basketball and teasing a discussion on Nick Saban’s recent remarks about the future of college athletics.
In the final segment of Hour 2, Braden reflects on the recent time change and previews the upcoming Padres game. He takes a call from a listener named Ed, who shares his thoughts on the Aztecs’ potential in the NCAA tournament. Braden then discusses a recent ESPN article featuring Nick Saban’s views on retirement and changing attitudes among college athletes. He shares his concerns about the evolving landscape of college athletics and emphasizes the importance of the upcoming collective bargaining agreement between student-athletes and schools. Braden concludes the segment by expressing his apprehensions about the direction of college athletics.
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