Red Velvet Pod 59: Northview Playmakers

The high school football season is officially here! Host Red Velvet sits down in the studio with Coach Jonathan Bradshaw and six key skill-position playmakers from Northview High School—Logan Bell, Briar McCluskey, Jake Raetz, Gibson Schimmel, Cooper Schimmel, and Keegan Bell.

In this episode, the Knights break down their summer preparations, address filling the shoes of last year's outgoing senior class, and share their mindset as they prepare to defend back-to-back WIC championship titles. Coach Bradshaw and Red Velvet also talk about new additions to the coaching staff and reminisce about their semi-pro football days with the Wildcats. Plus, the players reflect on their favorite football memories—from youth league CYFL days to varsity pick-sixes and Friday night lights under the home crowd—and pass down essential advice on discipline, weight room work, and grades for the underclassmen coming up next.

Thank you to our presenting sponsor Ever Haute Co.

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Red Velvet Pod 58: FHS Youth Soccer League

Red Velvet is back in the studio for an action-packed episode of Red Velvet Pod! Today, we’re shining a spotlight on local youth sports as we’re joined by Anthony, President of the FHS Youth Soccer League, along with two standout players, Trinity and Hunter.

Anthony breaks down the incredible rise of the FHS program as it enters its 5th season—from hitting a record-high 162 players in the spring to a massive turnout at summer camp. We recap an exciting rec league season filled with underdog tournament runs (shoutout to Pawfection’s and Hands Aesthetics!), get an update on the middle school travel team, Vortex, and look ahead to a packed fall game schedule against regional rivals like Bloomfield, Eastern Greene, and Linton.

Plus, the kids take over! 11-year-old goalkeeper Hunter shares why he has zero fear facing down line drives (and why he eats three bananas at a time before games), while Trinity reveals the origin of her "Bumblebee" nickname, the thrill of her first clutch travel penalty kick, and the truth behind the team’s epic water gun ambush on Coach Anthony.

In this episode:

The state of FHS Youth Soccer & program growth updatesRec league championship recaps and middle school travel roster breakdowns

Goalie grit vs. The Big Green fears

Advice for young athletes thinking about trying a new sport

Behind-the-scenes shoutouts to local volunteers and community sponsors

Sponsor Shoutout: Presented by Ever Haute Co.

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Red Velvet Pod 57: Kyle Proctor- American Legion Crawfordsville Post 72 Baseball Coach

Red Velvet is back in the studio on The Diner Podcast, and today’s show features a deep dive into a classic summer pastime: American Legion Baseball. Joining via satellite is Crawfordsville’s very own Byron Cox Post 72 Head Coach, Kyle Proctor!

In this episode, Coach Proctor shares his roots in small-town baseball, his days calling his own shot in 14-inning college marathons, and how he stepped up to rebuild Post 72’s storied program. The duo breaks down everything you need to know about Legion ball vs. modern travel ball—from the 100-year history and national tournament pathways (all the way to the World Series on ESPN) to roster waivers, scouting 90+ local athletes, and why playing for a local post doesn't cost families a dime.

Plus, Coach Proctor recaps Post 72’s dominant 25–12 run to a top-three finish in the state, details the insane effort it takes to scrub red clay out of five sets of white uniforms, and gives a teaser on their upcoming travel plans.

Thank you to our presenting sponsor Ever Haute Co.

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