Chris Kelly is back with another action-packed edition of The Sports Huddle!

We turn the spotlight on McDowell basketball with head boys basketball coach Turner Kincaid and head girls basketball coach Zach McCartha. Both coaches join us to discuss the upcoming season, returning players, new talent, team expectations, coaching staffs, and what fans can expect as the Titans and Lady Titans get ready to hit the court.

We also break down the latest NFL action, including the Baltimore Ravens' overtime win over Atlanta, the Atlanta Falcons' early-season struggles, and the biggest storylines developing across the league.

On the college football front, we discuss Georgia's big win over Alabama, the latest SEC headlines, and key matchups involving Texas, Florida, LSU, and more.

Plus, Charlotte sports insider Jay Alverson joins the conversation to talk high school football as teams enter the final stretch of the regular season and begin looking toward the playoffs. Stan Pamfilis also brings his latest sports insight and analysis.

From the hardwood to the gridiron, we've got plenty to cover on this edition of The Sports Huddle!

It's another jam-packed edition of The Sports Huddle with Chris Kelly!

We're talking high school basketball with North Buncombe head men's basketball coach Chuck Robinson as the Blackhawks prepare for another season following a 20-win campaign. Coach Robinson discusses his returning players, expectations, a challenging schedule, and the upcoming trip to Charleston.

Former Polk County and T.L. Hanna head coach Bruce Ollis joins us to break down college football, including the latest action in the SEC, South Carolina's big win over Florida, Georgia's continued success, and Presbyterian College's historic victory over Davidson.

Then we head to the baseball diamond with T.C. Roberson head coach Eric Filipek. Coach Filipek reflects on the Rams' three consecutive state championships, discusses former players making their mark at the college level, and previews a loaded 2027 squad featuring multiple Division I commitments.

Plus, Jay Albertson and Stan Van Phyllis bring their latest sports insight and analysis.

From football and basketball to baseball, we've got the mountains covered!

The Sports Huddle – Local Sports, Great Conversations, and Plenty of Sports Knowledge!

It’s a jam-packed night of sports on The Sports Huddle with Chris Kelly! Chris welcomes listeners for a deep dive into Western North Carolina high school football, college football storylines, the NFL, and the MLB postseason.

🏈 High School Football: Get ready for a big Friday night across Western North Carolina, including the RS Central Hilltoppers’ homecoming matchup against East Burke, the heated Tuscola-Pisgah rivalry, and a look at the latest Bigfoot/Eagle Prep Football Top 20 rankings.

🏈 College Football: UT and SEC insider Marty Perry joins the show to break down Tennessee’s win over Auburn, the quarterback competition in Knoxville, and the highly anticipated Alabama-Georgia showdown. The discussion also covers the pressure facing South Carolina head coach Shane Beamer and other major college football storylines.

🏈 NFL Talk: Stan Pamphillis helps break down the latest NFL action, including the Carolina Panthers’ strong performance, the Atlanta Falcons’ big win over New Orleans, and surprises around the league.

⚾ Baseball’s Hunt for October: Chris checks in on the MLB Division Series, including the Atlanta Braves’ postseason matchup with the Los Angeles Dodgers and other playoff battles.

Tune in for local sports coverage, national headlines, spirited debate, and plenty of football talk!

The Sports Huddle with Chris Kelly airs Tuesday nights from 6–8 p.m. on Bigfoot Country WBRM 103.9 FM and AM 1250 in Marion, and WZGM 96.1 FM and AM 1350 in Asheville. Listen on the Bigfoot Country mobile app or catch the full show wherever you get your podcasts.