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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The big boys up front are taking over the mic! On this week’s show, Red Velvet sits down with Coach Forquer and the trenches of Northview Football—Carson Deal, Austin Brewer, Lane Barker, Nathan Goebel, Ashton Boyd, and Benton Hoskins.

We’re diving deep into the offseason grind, coming back from injuries, stepping up into leadership roles, and what it’s really like facing 6'3"+ monsters at summer team camps. Plus, the guys lay down a 1-v-1 challenge against Coach Forquer, reflect on their favorite football memories, and discuss what it takes to protect the trench as back-to-back WIC Champs with a "reload, don't rebuild" mindset.🔥

In this episode:

• Summer camp highlights & battling back from injuries

• Replacing key seniors & building line depth

• Hilarious Sunday dinner stories at Coach Forger’s house

• Old-school two-a-days vs. modern summer workouts

• Player advice for the next generation & coaching CYFL flag football

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Red Velvet Pod 55: Jeremy Neeley-Cloverdale Lineman Coach

Red Velvet is back in the studio, and today we’re talking Cloverdale Clovers football and classic pro wrestling with Cloverdale offensive/defensive line coach Jeremy Neeley!

Coach Neeley drops by to break down how summer workouts are going for the Clovers, the impact of building a unified system from the 1st/2nd-grade rookie level all the way up to varsity, and what to expect as Cloverdale transitions into the Southwest Conference this season.

Plus, we look at key roster moves—including Marcus Boyd’s shift to QB, Ashton Evans making plays at running back, and TJ Hamilton chasing his own single-game sack record.

Stick around for the second half as we go deep into the wrestling vault! From growing up a WCW guy and idolizing Goldberg to memory-lane Attitude Era stories, basement wrestling concussions, and Coach Neeley's time doing security for New Wave Pro.

In this episode, we cover:

Cloverdale's summer turnout and youth system integrationKey player position changes & upcoming 2026 varsity standouts

Navigating the new Southwest Conference and the Putnam County Bucket rivalry

Cloverdale wrestling prospects, including regional contender Logan Hamm

Hardcore matches, Goldberg's streak, and classic 90s wrestling nostalgia

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Red Velvet Pod 54: Derek Dean-Attica Football Coach

1. The "Pre-Pod Pod" & Offseason Roster Realities

• Culture & Attendance: After graduating 13 seniors, Attica’s overall program numbers are down slightly (around 18–19 core players). However, Coach Dean praised his team’s work ethic, noting nearly 100% attendance throughout summer conditioning, weight training, and playbook installation.

• Building on Breakthrough Wins: Coming off four winless years, Attica secured two wins last season—including a memorable Homecoming victory. Coach Dean noted that seeing the players celebrate those wins at graduation parties showed how much momentum and hope have returned to the locker room.

• Returning to WRC Youth League: After three years in the McCutcheon Youth League, Attica’s youth program is transitioning back to the WRC Youth League. This move lets younger kids play on Attica's home turf and start building rivalries with future conference opponents early on.

• Bringing Back Merit & All-Stars: Coach Dean advocated for getting back to the "old school" joy of youth sports over pay-to-play models. He plans to propose a WRC 5th/6th Grade All-Star team to take to local tournaments after the season so kids can build friendships across school lines.

• Highlighting 1A & Rural Athletes: Coach Dean expressed appreciation for The Dinerpod, pointing out that Class 1A programs in West Central Indiana often get left out of major city news broadcasts.

• Player Motivation: Attica players actively follow the channel, pushing each other to land spots on The Dinerpod top-ten lists and social media feature cards.

• Cloverdale Scrimmage: Weather shortened the scrimmage, but it provided crucial tape evaluation.

  • Key Standouts: Freshman Olin Campbell stepped up unexpectedly at center with consistently clean snaps. Sophomore Seth Himes and junior Anthony Askren are holding down key pulling guard roles on the offensive line.

• Upcoming Scrimmages:

  • North Central (with West Vigo): Continuing a great annual summer partnership with Coach Nick Wheeler.

  • Owen Valley (with Eastern Greene): A meaningful matchup for Coach Dean, marking the first time he will coach against his former high school head coach, Troy.

• Dynasty Deep Dive: Evan and Coach Dean caught up on their virtual coaching runs in the newly released College Football 27.

• Dynasty Strategy & Thursday Streams: Coach Dean shared his experience managing small-school turnarounds (like North Dakota State's transition to the ACC) and balancing the game's NIL/Dynasty Points budget.

• Thursday Night "Game of the Week": The duo set the stage for bringing back their popular Thursday night stream sessions for the upcoming season.

#football #footballcoach #highschoolfootball #footballseason #dinerpodsports

Dinerpod 53: Parke Heritage Middle School Football Team

Red Velvet sits down with the Parke Heritage Middle School football team fresh off their historic Banks of the Wabash Championship run! Head Coach Collin Stone, offensive coach Roy Weitzman, and five core players step into the studio to break down what made last season so dominant—averaging a massive 29.5-point margin of victory—and how they’re gearing up to defend the crown.

From hilarious practice stories and favorite game-winning moments to building chemistry that goes all the way back to 3rd grade, the boys give an inside look at what it takes to dominate on both sides of the ball.

Plus, the coaches discuss a massive community effort that raised over $20,000 in off-season funding to equip the program with state-of-the-art gear.

In This Episode:Season Recap:

Recounting an undefeated, title-winning run and the 44–20 Banks of the Wabash championship game.

Player Spotlight: The squad shares how they got into football, favorite memories, and what it’s like having Dad as the head coach.

Community Impact: How local supporters raised $20K+ for brand-new helmets, shoulder pads, play clocks, and upgraded facilities.

Looking Ahead: Summer conditioning, high expectations, and keeping the foot on the gas for the upcoming 9-game slate.

Guests in the Studio:

Coaches: Collin Stone (Head Coach) & Roy Weitzman (Offense)

Players: Cole Tabor (RB/MLB), Kelby Shelsky (QB/OLB), Liam Sliv (WR/OLB), Spencer Stone (OL/DL), Jack Weitzman (WR/DB)

#football #footballseason #footballteam #middleschoolfootball #dinerpod

Dinerpod 52: Chris Jones & Frank Boger

"If I’m running, something is seriously wrong—it's a serious felony."

Pull up a chair and get ready for a heavy-hitting episode of The Diner Podcast! This week, Red Velvet is back in the studio with two absolute powerhouses from our local community: active law enforcement veteran and master’s strongman competitor Chris, and local entrepreneur Frank, owner of Sycamore Supplements, New Image Nutrition, and Work Fuel.

In this episode, we take a trip down memory lane as Chris and Red swap stories from their old semi-pro football days playing for the West Central Wildcats and the Indiana Cutters. Chris opens up about his 18-year career in law enforcement, his 14 years in the Indiana Army National Guard, and how a late-career transition into the Strongman community led him to win his very first novice competition and secure a bid for the 2027 Nationals.

Plus, Frank breaks down how a dangerous bout with heat exhaustion on a commercial roofing job inspired him to formulate Work Water—a premium hydration powder designed for hard-working bodies. The guys share how a 15-year church-born friendship blossomed into a powerful athletic sponsorship, and they give us an exclusive first look at Frank's latest venture: a healthy, delicious meal-prep line called Work Fuel launching right inside the Honey Creek Mall.

Whether you're into local sports history, looking to take your training to the next level, or just love a story about local guys supporting local guys, this is one episode you don't want to miss.