A father-and-son dynamic duo join Delano in this episode. Dr. Jerry McGee is the former president of Wingate University and one of the most highly respected college football officials ever, with 404 games. His son Ryan is a senior writer at ESPN and co-hosts the popular “Marty & McGee” show on ESPN radio.
Tim Schuldt grew up playing football and wrestling. Today, Tim is the President and COO of the Charlotte Independence soccer team, an official partner with Bahakel Sports. The Jacks are dedicated on and off the field and committed to making a difference in the Charlotte community. You’ll hear about their youth soccer clubs. Clay Dimick and Kelly Flanders are also featured in this episode. Go Jacks!
Judy Rose is a trailblazer in Charlotte sports. She was one of the first female Athletic Directors in the country when UNC Charlotte hired her. Judy led Niner Nation for years and brought college football to Charlotte. Find out why her favorite standout player of all time is Cedric Maxwell, who led the team to the 1977 NCAA Final Four. In this episode, Judy talks with her longtime friend Delano about her current jobs working with the NCAA and the World University Games.
Jeff Dugdale made the Queens University swimming programs into a dynasty with six straight national championships. Jeff is a 7-time CSCAA Coach of the Year. Members of his team participated in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. In this episode with Delano, Jeff shares his vision for teaching his team to be leaders in the pool and in life. Jens Delkeskamp and Vladyslava Maznytska are also featured.
Racing is in his blood. Winston Kelley grew up at the race track, following his father’s footsteps and working with NASCAR for decades. You know his voice and you’ve seen him reporting in the pits for the Motor Racing Network for 34 years. Today, Winston is the Executive Director of the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte. In his conversation with Delano, Winston shares his favorite stories about Richard Petty and Tony Stewart.
Marcus Smith, Chairman and CEO of Speedway Motorsports, joins Delano for a conversation about growing up in Charlotte and working in the motorsports industry. Marcus talks about Bubba Wallace’s positive impact on the sport and the future of NASCAR. This industry leader tells Delano why he’s a “regular guy.”
Danny Morrison, Executive Director of the Charlotte Sports Foundation, joins Delano. Danny shares his story of a young, college basketball player who met a future NFL owner over Thanksgiving dinner and went on to become the team’s President. Today, after many years in college sports administration, Danny’s focused on teaching at the University of South Carolina and leading at CSF.
Donnie Shell Sr. is known as the “Torpedo” for the Pittsburgh Steelers famous “Steel Curtain” defense. Donnie played for the Steelers for 13 years and has four Super Bowl rings. In 2020, he was inducted into the 2020 Pro Football Hall of Fame Class. While he’s known for his success on the gridiron, the Whitmire, SC native shares his real calling in life with Delano.
