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FCS Nation
Hosted by Jace Denman · EN
Each week Kevin Marshall and Stone Labanowitz take you around the country to discuss the latest in the Football Championship Subdivision. From the CAA, to the MVFC, to the Big Sky, we cover it all!!
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North Dakota beginning the next chapter | Eric Schmidt Interview
Dec 27, 202400:15:07Tap to summarizeKevin Marshall caught up with Eric Schmidt on FCS Nation Radio to talk about his return to the University of North Dakota as the new head coach of the Fighting Hawks. Eric’s coaching journey has taken him to some big programs—San Diego State, Washington, Fresno State, but UND has always held a special place in his heart.During his time at SDSU and Washington, Eric helped build defenses that were among the best in the nation, coaching standout players and taking teams to major milestones like the College Football Playoff. Now, he’s bringing all that experience back to UND, where he’s no stranger to success. This is his third stint with the program, and he’s helped lead the Fighting Hawks to FCS playoff berths before.Eric shared his vision for the program, his passion for developing players both on and off the field, and what it feels like to return to a place where his football journey really began. If you’re curious about what’s next for UND football, you won’t want to miss this conversation!
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The Table is SET ... who takes the crown? 👑
Dec 27, 202400:48:41Tap to summarizeRECAP of the SEMIFINAL ROUND FCS COACHING CAROUSEL ERIC SCHMIDT -- UND HEAD COACH INTERVIEW GREY ZABEL | Honorary Captain of the Week Championship Preview
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THE SEMIFINALS ARE UPON US ... who's headed to Frisco?
Dec 19, 202400:47:50Tap to summarizeQUARTERFINAL RECAP JUCO RULING + NEW HEAD COACHING HIRES HONORARY CAPTAINS = South Dakota Coyote Quarterback Aidan Bouman and Northwestern Mutual's Chris Schenkel PREVIEW SEGMENT PICKS SEGMENT
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🍋 Honorary Captains of the Week | Coyote Quarterback Aidan Bouman 🏈 and Northwestern Mutual's Chris Schenkel
Dec 19, 202400:27:54Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we sit down with Aidan Bouman, quarterback for the South Dakota Coyotes, who has led his team to the FCS semifinals. Aidan shares his inspiring journey this season, dedicating his play to the fight against childhood cancer. He takes us behind the scenes of the Coyote locker room and reveals what it took to reach this pivotal point in the season. Also joining the conversation is Chris Schenkel from Northwestern Mutual Sioux Falls, who has built a strong relationship with Aidan over the years. Aidan, the former Lemon Trophy winner for raising the most funds for childhood cancer, is back and determined to defend his title this year. Tune in for a heartwarming and inspiring conversation with Chris, Aidan, and Stone about football, philanthropy, and the power of giving back! Head to FCSNATIONRADIO.COM to DONATE TODAY!! #GoYotes
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Week 16 in the FCS - Things are about to get interesting!
Dec 13, 202400:46:51Tap to summarizePLAYOFFS?! Yep ... WE COVER IT ALL!
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🍋 Alex's Lemonade Stand Honorary Captain of the Week - North Dakota's Bo Belquist and Northwestern Mutual Grand Forks JJ Safranski
Dec 13, 202400:30:12Tap to summarizeThis week, we’re thrilled to spotlight Bo Belquist, standout wide receiver for the North Dakota Fighting Hawks, as our honorary captain of the week! Thanks to Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation and Northwestern Mutual, Bo is leading the charge in the fight against childhood cancer, showing leadership far beyond the field.Tune in to hear how Bo’s impact in this national fundraising challenge is helping to change lives. Fighting Hawks fans, let’s rally behind Bo and show the strength of UND Nation!
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🍋 Honorary Captains of the Week - NDSU's Grey Zabel and Northwestern Mutual Fargo's Logan Dosch
Dec 6, 202400:23:58Tap to summarizeThis week, we’re honored to highlight North Dakota State’s standout offensive tackle, Grey Zabel, as our honorary captain of the week, thanks to Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation and Northwestern Mutual. Grey has dedicated his season to supporting the fight against childhood cancer, showing that leadership extends far beyond the football field.Bison fans, you know the standard Grey and his team uphold both on and off the field. As a key member of NDSU’s 10-2 season and a projected first-round draft pick, Grey represents the very best of college football. With an impressive 91.8 grade as the highest-rated offensive tackle in the FCS, he’s not just a force on the gridiron but also an inspiration in the community.Tune in as we discuss Grey’s impact through this national fundraising challenge, where 12 stars from 12 FCS schools aim to raise over six figures for childhood cancer research. You’ll hear from Grey about his experience with the challenge, how it’s prepared him for the future, and what this means for his legacy at NDSU.Bison fans, this is your chance to rally behind Grey and help him make a difference. Let’s show the power of the Bison Nation in the fight against childhood cancer.Don’t miss this episode. It’s about football, leadership, and changing lives! #PlayWith12
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Round 2 of the FCS Playoffs
Dec 6, 202401:05:50Tap to summarizeRECAP EKU GOT ROBBED + FCS COACHING CAROUSEL PREVIEWING ROUND 2 PICKS SEGMENT ALEXS LEMONADE STAND HONORARY CAPTAIN OF THE WEEK
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WELCOME TO THE 2024 FCS PLAYOFFS
Nov 29, 202400:48:40Tap to summarizeRECAP + TOP 25 POLLWE UNVEIL THE PLAYOFF BRACKET PREVIEW ALEX'S LEMONADE STAND UPDATE PICKS SEGMENT
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WEEK 13 IN THE FCS ... WE COVER IT ALL!
Nov 22, 202401:06:10Tap to summarizeSegment 1: The Recap We break down the highlights and surprises from last week’s games, including dominant wins from NDSU and SDSU, a nail-biter between MSU and UC Davis, and all the action that shook up the Top 25. Plus, our Player of the Week spotlight shines on the standout who delivered big.Segment 2: Mailbag You asked, we answered! Tune in as we tackle your burning questions about the FCS landscape, upcoming games, and playoff implications.Segment 3: The Preview Looking ahead to a stacked slate, we preview marquee matchups, including #1 NDSU vs. #4 USD, #10 Montana vs. #2 MSU, and the battle for state pride in the Idaho-Idaho State showdown. We also dive into other key games that could shape the playoff picture.Segment 4: Picks The boys are hotter than fish grease .... TAIL AND RAKE with the boys. P.S. there are multiple upset specials of the week from each of us 👀Segment 5: The Interview A special feature with our Honorary Captains of the Week, David Walker and Gilberto Garcia. David, the Central Arkansas star linebacker and Reese’s Senior Bowl invitee, shares his inspiring journey, his fight against childhood cancer, and what motivates him to excel both on and off the field. Joining him is Gilberto, former UCA player and Northwestern Mutual leader, to discuss how the team is driving impact beyond the gridiron.It’s wall-to-wall FCS coverage with stories that matter. Don’t miss it! Listen now and support the fight against childhood cancer by donating at fcsnationradio.com.
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