Athletics Podcast

Bryan Hodgson Radio Show Episode 4 (1-21-26) with guests Wes Enis, Derek Rongstad

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 14:43:00 +0000

Bryan Hodgson Radio Show Episode 3 (1-15-26) with Guests Izaiyah Nelson, Jamie Quarles

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:08:00 +0000

The show aired first on Thursday night from the Yuengling Draft Haus & Kitchen! Coach Hodgson joined Jim LIghthall for the opening and closing segments, with big man Izaiyah Nelson and assistant coach Jamie Quarles also stopping by!

Bryan Hodgson Radio Show, Episode Two (12-20-25) with Guests Joe Pinion, Tee Butters

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 09:01:00 +0000

Enjoy the 2nd edition of the Bryan Hodgson Radio Show! The show will return after the holidays.

Herd Here First: Radio Pregame Show for Cure Bowl vs. ODU

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 08:13:00 +0000

Get set for Wednesday's game with 70 minutes of matchup information and interviews! Hosted by Jim Lighthall and Darek Sharp, includes chats with interim play caller Jack Taylor, DC Todd Orlando and starting QB for the game, Gaston Moore.

Herd Here First: Hour 1 Radio Pregame Show USF at UAB

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 15:01:00 +0000

Jim Lighthall and Darek Sharp set you up for this week's game - and remember, the live pregame hits at 2 p.m. Saturday on Bulls Unlimited, available for free on the Tune-in app.

Herd Here First: Hour 1 Radio Pregame Show USF at Navy

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:45:00 +0000

Get set for a pivotal contest with the Bulls, now ranked No. 24 in the CFP poll, taking on fellow one-loss in conference for Navy. Jim Lighthall, Darek Sharp and Joey Johnston have plenty of information on both the Bulls and the opponent, plus interviews with coordinators Joel Gordon and Todd Orlando, and DT Devin Lee.

Herd Here First: Hour 1 Radio Pregame USF vs. UTSA

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 07:37:00 +0000

Jim Lighthall, Darek Sharp and Joey Johnston get you set for Thursday's national spotlight game as the Bulls host UTSA. Hear from Offensive Coordinator Joel Gordon (15:40), Defensive Coordinator Todd Orlando (47:30) and WR Jeremiah Koger (54:35).

Herd Here First: Hour 1 Radio Pregame USF and Memphis

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 10:46:00 +0000

Hosted by Jim Lighthall and Darek Sharp and featuring Joey Johnston. Includes a recap of the Homecoming win vs. FAU before getting into a major matchup at Memphis. Hear from coordinators Joel Gordon and Todd Orlando along with Safety Tavin Ward.

Herd Here First: Hour 1 Radio Pregame USF vs. FAU

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 10:12:00 +0000

BullsEye: The USF Coaches Show (Alex Golesh, Cole Best)

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 10:08:00 +0000

Herd Here First: Hour 1 Radio Pregame USF at North Texas

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 09:53:00 +0000

BullsEye: The USF Coaches Show (Alex Golesh, Bobo Chenault)

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 07:58:00 +0000

Herd Here First - Hour 1 Radio Pregame USF vs. Charlotte

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 07:31:00 +0000

Getting you set for Friday's game vs. Charlotte! No need to wait for 6 o'clock to catch the start of our radio pregame.

BullsEye: The USF Coaches Show (Special Guest Byrum Brown, Charlotte Preview)

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +0000

Herd Here First - Hour 1 Radio Pregame Show USF vs. SC State

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 08:06:00 +0000

Getting you set for Bulls vs. Bulldogs!

BullsEye: The USF Coaches Show (Miami Recap, SC State Preview)

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 08:51:00 +0000

After the Bulls' first defeat of the season, attention turns toward a return home for Saturday's Noon Kickoff against South Carolina State. Alex Golesh and RT Connor McLaughlin join Darek and Joey.

Herd Here First - Hour 1 Radio Pregame Show USF at Miami

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 09:35:00 +0000

We go live on the South Florida Bulls Radio Network one hour before kick each Game Day - but you don't have to wait until then to get set for the matchup! Jim LIghthall, Darek Sharp and Joey Johnston have their thoughts on the momentous win at Florida, and intel on the Miami matchup with help from Offensive Coordinator Joel Gordon, DC Todd Orlando and this week's player guest, S Tavin Ward.

BullsEye: The USF Coaches Show (Florida Recap, Miami Preview)

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 18:42:00 +0000

Along with the video of the version of the show that posts Thursdays, we provide this audio version featuring lots of the radio highlights - and there were a lot as the Bulls knocked off the Gators in the Swamp. Darek, Caylee and Joey are joined as always by Alex Golesh, with this week's player guest being DL Devin Lee.

Herd Here First - Radio Pregame Hour 1 USF at Florida

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 14:46:00 +0000

Why wait until Game Day to catch the radio pregame show? We present Herd Here First, a full hour (or in this case, hour-plus!) filled with interviews, highlights and all the information you need to get ready for the Bulls' next matchup. In this case, hosts Jim Lighthall and Darek Sharp start off highlighting the big win vs. Boise State before breaking down the trip to Gainesville. Hear from Joey Johnston as well, who caps the show interviewing QB Byrum Brown! Darek speaks with both coordinators Joel Gordon and Todd Orlando as well.

BullsEye: The USF Coaches Show (9/4/25)

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 08:30:00 +0000

Recapping the big win over Boise State and looking forward to a trip to the Swamp! As always Head Coach Alex Golesh joins the show and this week's guest is WR Chas Nimrod.

Herd Here First (8/27/2025)

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 13:29:00 +0000

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (8/26/2025)

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 09:35:00 +0000

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (5/20/2025)

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:41:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Bull Speed Ahead, Michael Kelly discusses the following:

Head Coach Bryan Hodgson's incoming class being ranked 24th in the entire country
The Sports Business Journal article highlighting the impact of the On-Campus Stadium.
Another conference championship for men's track and field.
AAC title for softball along with recapping their great showing in the Tallahassee regional.
Previewing men's golf playing for an NCAA Championship.
Baseball aiming for yet another conference crown in Clearwater this week.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (5/6/2025)

Tue, 06 May 2025 16:00:00 +0000

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (4/22/2025)

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 11:15:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly

Spring Game Preview
Full Spring Sports Updates
Coach Hodgson roster is filling up

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (4/8/2025)

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 08:17:00 +0000

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (3/4/2025)

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 15:37:00 +0000

On Bull Speed ahead with Michael Kelly, this week:

New Football Schedule
Track & Field: 2025 AAC Indoor Champions, and more!

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (02/18/2025)

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 10:34:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Bull Speed ahead, Michael Kelly discusses today's BIG home games for WLAX (vs. UF) and Baseball (vs. FSU), Coach Hannah's winning debut, a successful weekend for Softball, Women's Basketball on their long winning streaks, and more!

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (2/4/2025)

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 11:57:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Bull Speed Ahead, Michael Kelly chats with Women's Lacrosse Head Coach Mindy McCord about their first home opener vs. Kennesaw State on February 7th.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (01/28/2025)

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 10:14:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly:

Navigating Women's Basketball schedule
World title for USF Cheerleading
Big Basketball week at the Yuengling Center
Women's Lacorsse debut

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (1/7/2025)

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 18:49:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Bull Speed Ahead, VP Director of Athletics Michael Kelly reflects on the Hawai'i Bowl, getting set for the Spring season and much more!

Herd Here First - Hawai'i Bowl Game Preview (12/22/2024)

Sun, 22 Dec 2024 14:27:00 +0000

Herd Here First - Hawai'i Bowl Game Preview

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (12/17/2024)

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 22:00:00 +0000

Guests this week on BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show, Hawai'i Bowl Preview are Football Head Coach Alex Golesh, VP of Athletic Michael Kelly, and Assistant AD of Equipment Operations Jeremy Lees.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (12/17/2024)

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 18:10:00 +0000

On Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly this week :

Hawai'i Bowl Preview
Lacrosse Schedule is out with special ticket deals ... and more!

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (12/10/2024)

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 16:42:00 +0000

On this week's episode, Michael Kelly discusses Signing Day, a record WBB crowd at the Yuengling Center, and Baseball schedule release.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (12/3/2024)

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 16:31:00 +0000

USF Football are headed to Hawaii Bowl!

Herd Here First (11/28/2024)

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 13:07:00 +0000

Game vs. Rive - Pregame Show

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (11/27/2024)

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 12:26:00 +0000

Guests this week are Head coach Alex Golesh and running back Kelley Joiner.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (11/26/2024)

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Bull Speed Ahead - Thanksgiving Week Edition!

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Herd Here First (11/21/2024)

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 18:35:00 +0000

Game vs. Tulsa - Pregame Show

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (11/21/2024)

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 12:10:00 +0000

Bull Speed Ahead (11/19/2024)

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 15:15:00 +0000

Herd Here First (11/14/2024)

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 13:56:00 +0000

Game vs. Charlotte - Pregame Show

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (11/14/2024)

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 13:39:00 +0000

On BULLSEYE: The USF Coaches Show this week, Joey Johnston, Caylee Cottrell, and Darek Sharp host Football Head Coach Alex Golesh & Michael Williams II.

Herd Here First (11/07/2024)

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 16:28:00 +0000

Game vs. Navy - Pregame Show

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (11/7/2024)

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 10:40:00 +0000

This week's guests are Football Head Coach Alex Golesh and offensive line RJ Perry.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (11/5/2024)

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 14:58:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly:

Reflecting on the Celebration of Life for Amir Abdur-Rahim
Eventful week ahead with On-Campus Stadium Groundbreaking
Hall of Fame class being inducted
Upcoming Homecoming game for Football
Soccer in the AAC tournament
Basketball season under way.

Herd Here First (10/31/2024)

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 17:33:00 +0000

Game vs. FAU pregame show.

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (10/31/2024)

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 13:01:00 +0000

This week's guests are coach Alex Golesh and Decarius Hawthorne.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (10/29/2024)

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Remembering Coach Amir and his impact.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (10/22/2024)

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 14:19:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly:

Football vs. UAB Game Recap
Winning week for USF Volleyball
Basketball Season is almost here!

Herd Here First (10/17/2024)

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:19:00 +0000

Game vs. UAB 0 Pregame Show

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (10/17/2024)

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 13:22:00 +0000

On BULLSEYE: The USF Coaches Show this week, Joey Johnston, Caylee Cottrell, and Darek Sharp host Football Head Coach Alex Golesh & Punter Andrew Stokes.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (10/15/2024)

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 11:36:00 +0000

On this week's epsiode of Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly:

All about the impacts of Hurricane Milton on the football team
Change in plans for Homecoming and On-Campus Stadium groundbreaking
A great road weekend for volleyball with a big battle for first place Wednesday vs. Rice.

South Florida Bulls Radio Network · Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly: Astonishing week with Hurricane Milton's impact felt

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (10/1/2024)

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 10:32:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Bull Speed Ahead, Michael Kelly discusses how a major weather event is handled when it comes to adjusting our sports teams' schedules, getting ready for a big Friday night Football game vs. Memphis, insights on overtures from Pac-12, as well as how prominent and unique the on-campus stadium student section is going to be.

South Florida Bulls Radio Network · Bull Speed Ahead With Michael Kelly 10-1-24: Navigating Helene, Conference Overtures

Herd Here First (9/26/2024)

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 15:54:00 +0000

Week 5 game preview - Game vs. Tulane

South Florida Bulls Radio Network · Herd Here First Tulane - First Hour Of Pregame Show On Demand

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (9/26/2024)

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 14:33:00 +0000

On BULLSEYE: The USF Coaches Show this week, Joey Johnston, Caylee Cottrell, and Darek Sharp host Football Head Coach Alex Golesh & offensive line Derek Bowman.

South Florida Bulls Radio Network · Bulls Eye Episode 5 With Alex Golesh, Guest Derek Bowman

Herd Here First (9/19/2024)

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 20:35:00 +0000

Week 4 game preview - Game vs. Miami

South Florida Bulls Radio Network · Herd Here First Miami - First Hour Of Radio Pregame Show!

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (9/19/2024)

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 11:20:00 +0000

On BULLSEYE: The USF Coaches Show this week, Joey Johnston, Caylee Cottrell, and Darek Sharp host Football Head Coach Alex Golesh & outside linebacker Jason Vaughn as they're looking forward to the big game vs. Miami on Saturday.

South Florida Bulls Radio Network · Bulls Eye Episode 4 With Alex Golesh, Jason Vaughn - USM Recap, UM Preview

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (09/17/2024)

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 13:55:00 +0000

Lots of excitement this week - and ticket claims by students - for the football team's upcoming game versus Miami.
Also this week, Michael is joined by special guest, new Director of Executive and Strategic Communications Merissa Lynn.

South Florida Bulls Radio Network · Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly 9-17: Football Big Game vs. Miami, Guest Merissa Lynn

Herd Here First (9/12/2024)

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 15:10:00 +0000

Week 3 Game Preview - Game vs. Southern Mississippi

South Florida Bulls Radio Network · Herd Here First! Hour One Of Pregame For Bulls At Southern Miss On Demand!

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (9/12/2024)

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 12:52:00 +0000

Head Coach Alex Golesh sums up the game at Alabama, and turns the page to Southern Miss. Bulls kicker John cannon also joins us this week. A special guest appearance by Volleyball Head Coach Jolene Shepardson.

South Florida Bulls Radio Network · Bulls Eye with Alex Golesh 9-12-24 Bama Recap, USM Preview (Guests Jolene Shephardson, John Cannon)

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (09/10/2024)

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 15:39:00 +0000

This week on Bull Speed ahead with Michael Kelly:

Covering a great turnout by Bulls fans in Tuscaloosa, and a dramatic performance by the football team against the Tide.
Historic weekend for volleyball in Gainesville - fans get their first chance to see them at home this week!
Women's Soccer before a great crowd scores a late goal to knock off UCF

South Florida Bulls Radio Network · Bull Speed Ahead w/Michael Kelly 9-10: Bama Battle, Women's Soccer Tops UCF, Epic Volleyball Weekend

Herd Here First (9/6/2024)

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 10:32:00 +0000

Get ready for week two, Bulls Nation!
Herd Here First Pregame - Alabama

South Florida Bulls Radio Network · Herd Here First Alabama - First Hour Of Pregame, Two Days before Game!

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (9/05/2024)

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 17:21:00 +0000

On BULLSEYE: The USF Coaches Show this week, Joey Johnston, Caylee Cottrell, and Darek Sharp host Football Head Coach Alex Golesh & running back Nay'Quan Wright to recap a very successful season opener before looking ahead to the trip to Tuscaloosa to take on the Tide.

South Florida Bulls Radio Network · Bulls Eye Episode 2 Previewing Alabama With Alex Golesh, Nay'Quan Wright

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (09/03/2024)

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 16:23:00 +0000

On this week's epsidoe of Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly, Micahel recaps the greatly successful season opening victory and crowd for Football., and looks ahead to Saturday's trip to Alabama. He also discusses details of an exciting new partnership with Publix as well as Women's soccer hosting UCF for another War on I-4 on Thursday September 5th.

South Florida Bulls Radio Network · Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly 9-3-24

Herd Here First Podcast (8/29/2024)

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 16:39:00 +0000

Herd Here First Pregame - Bethune-Cookman

South Florida Bulls Radio Network · Herd Here First, First Ever Edition! Hour 1 of Pregame for Bulls vs. Bethune-Cookman

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (8/29/2024)

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 15:44:00 +0000

Guests of this season's first episode of BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show are Football Head Coach Alex Golesh and outside linebacker Mac Harris.

South Florida Bulls Radio Network · BullsEye Episode 1 Alex Golesh, Mac Harris (8-29-24)

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (8/27/2024)

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 16:31:00 +0000

It's Football Game Week! Lots of events have happened in the last few days including the Football Luncheon as fans are ready to kick off the season!

Women's Soccer continues to pour in the goals

Volleyball picked to finish near the top of the conference

South Florida Bulls Radio Network · Bull Speed Ahead With Michael Kelly 8-27: Football Game Week is Here!

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (8/20/2024)

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 14:42:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Bull Speed Ahead

Recapping Bulls Block Party in Ybor City
Football Luncheon in Armature Works on Thursday August 22nd.
Women's Soccer off to Promising Start
Men's Soccer ready to kick off on Thursday August 22nd.
New partnership between USF and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

South Florida Bulls Radio Network · Bull Speed Ahead With Michael Kelly 8-20: Bulls Block Party Recap, Fall Season Here!

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (08/13/2024)

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 16:16:00 +0000

South Florida Bulls Radio Network · Bull Speed Ahead Michael Kelly 8-13 (Hall of Fame, Football Practice, MBB Spain trip)

On this week's episode of Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly:

Announcing the next class of inductees into the USF Athletics Hall of Fame
Football season approaching + camp observations
Men's Basketball trip to Spain
Women's Soccer team with major match to kick off the season, Thursday vs. No 1 ranked and defending national champion FSU

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (07/23/2024)

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 13:01:00 +0000

Michael Kelly's special guest this week is Andrew Warsaw, recently named General Manager for NIL Strategy across all USF Athletics.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (07/09/2024)

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 09:52:00 +0000

On Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly this week:

Plenty of facility upgrades at USF Athletics
Big international news with Jose Fernandez winning a Gold Medal
Men's basketball team announcing a summer trip to Spain
Melanie Green winning the R&A Amateur golf championship in Ireland
Impressive schedules released for both men's soccer and volleyball... and more!

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (06/18/2024)

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 11:23:00 +0000

With the previous two episodes serving to introduce the new Head Coaches for Women's Golf and Baseball, this time around Michael and host Darek Sharp set up shop for a full half hour of great updates around the athletic department. Included, Michael answers listeners' questions including those about the on-campus stadium and possibility the Bulls would be involved in conference realignment.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (06/11/2024)

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 07:37:00 +0000

Michael is joined by new Head Baseball Coach Mitch Hannahs, then discusses recent contract extensions for Amir Abdur-Rahim and Jolene Shepardson, along with great performances from Track & Field at the NCAA Championships, and news on Groundbreaking for the On-Campus Stadium.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (06/04/2024)

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 11:13:00 +0000

Michael Kelly introduces Bulls Nation to our new Women's Golf Head Coach, AJ Newell.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (05/07/2024)

Tue, 07 May 2024 13:08:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Bull Speed Ahead, it's all about Sports Nutrition within the USF Athletic Department. Special guests are Directors of Sports Nutrition at USF, Conner Blake and Jordyn Laufenberg.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (04/30/2024)

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 17:36:00 +0000

A lot of topics to discuss as always with the Vice President of Athletics, including:

Track & Field incredible performance at Penn Relays
Golf teams both headed for NCAA tournament
Great crowds for baseball and softball
Discussing legislation to attempt and allow international student-athletes to benefit from NIL
Meeting with all the major conference commissioners at outgoing CFP Executive Director Bill Hancock's retirement party
Plenty of student athletes getting set to graduate

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (04/23/2024)

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 11:24:00 +0000

Athletic Director Michael Kelly is joined by special guest Jim Fee, the Associate AD for Events and Champions, and former all-American golfer and coach for the Bulls, has a special connection to the golf program which has seen plenty of success this season!

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (04/16/2024)

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 10:59:00 +0000

Great stuff from football with a Sold-out Spring game to recap, plus news on the hiring of a construction company AND Groundbreaking info on the future on-campus Stadium. Also Michael details his trip to Arizona for the Men's Final Four, how Tampa Bay is on the clock officially as host of next year's Women's event, plus softball and golf updates.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (04/02/2024)

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 14:36:00 +0000

Great insight from Athletic Director Michael Kelly on how Men's Basketball's run showcased the hoops intelligance of college basketball fans in Tampa as well as Coach Golesh's mindset entering year two in The Bay.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (03/19/2024)

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 12:30:00 +0000

Plenty on the men's basketball team getting knocked off in Fort Worth, and why MIchael thinks the NCAA tournament should get a small expansion. He explains why the Bulls end up having to hit the road to play their rival. Big-time win for women's golf as well as tennis, and another tremendous event hosted by track & field.

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (03/07/2024)

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 16:37:00 +0000

On this week's episode of BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show, Darek Sharp, Caylee Cottrell and Joey Johnston host Head Men's Basketball Coach Amir Abdur-Rahim and Vice President of Athletics Michael Kelly to discuss the Bulls' earning their first-ever conference regular season championship, cutting down the nets after beating Tulane before a third straight sellout home crowd, and having the nation's longest winning streak (15 games). Michael Kelly also chats about the 2024 Football schedule and momentum building for the On Campus Stadium.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (03/05/2023)

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 12:06:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Bull Speed Ahead, Michael talks all things Men's Basketball - winning a regular-season conference championship for the first time, getting set for another huge crowd in Tuesday's regular-season finale. He also discusses the release of the 2024 Football schedule and how the Bulls might fit into the 12-team CFP system.

Softball earns a milestone 1,500^th career victory, and women's basketball getting set for the AAC tournament in Fort Worth.

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (02/29/2024)

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 16:00:00 +0000

On this week's episode of BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show, Jim Louk and Joey Johnston have their thoughts on the Men's Basketball team, which has now won a school-record 13 games in a row and this past Monday earned the first top-25 ranking in program history.

Guests are Women's basketball Head Coach Jose Fernandez and Senior point guard Aerial Wilson.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (02/27/2024)

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 12:46:00 +0000

This week, on Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly

USF Men's Basketball wins a school record 13th game in a row before a second straight sellout (vs. SMU)
USF Men's Basketball gets ranked in the top 25 for the first time in program history.
Men’s Track and Field wins AAC Indoor Championship.

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (02/21/2024)

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 14:30:00 +0000

Caylee Cottrell & Darek Sharp's guests on this week's episode of BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show are Head Men's Basketball Coach amir Abdur-Rahim, Senior Guard Selton Miguel and special guest, Baseball Head Coach Billy Mohl.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (02/20/2024)

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 14:35:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Bull Speed Ahead, Michael Kelly talks all about the enormous day for Men's Basketball and the great win vs. FAU with a record crowd attendance of 10,636.

He also discusses the emotional week for Softball, which hosts two top-10 teams, both College World Series participants from last year, in a doubleheader on Thursday.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (02/13/2024)

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 13:05:00 +0000

This week's episode of Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly starts with an update on an extremely busy week of games, leading up to Men's Basketball hosting 20th ranked FAU on Sunday February 18th at 12 pm for which we are expecting a sellout.

Michael Kelly is then joined by a trio of guests to recap the Stampede for Women luncheon, and to discuss the fundraising initiative that supports the women's programs at USF.
These guests are Kristen Pierce (Deputy AD and Senior Women's Administrator), Abby Ritter (Assistant AD for Development), and Dr. Jodie Libadisos (Senior Associate AD, Administration).

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (02/06/2024)

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 13:56:00 +0000

Discussed on this week's episode of Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly:

Winning ways for men's basketball, women's basketball, women's golf and Track & Field continue
Big-time showcase for hoops at the Yuengling Center with nationally televised game Tuesday night at 9pm.
Special night honoring Frank and Carol Morsani, two of the most honored friends of and donors to USF Athletics.
Softball season starts Thursday with 27 straight home games, plenty of great teams coming to Tampa.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (01/30/2024)

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 17:51:00 +0000

With Michael Kelly on Bull Speed Ahead this week, Rob Higgins, the Executive Director of the Tampa Bay Sports Commission joins us as special guest. They discuss instrumental figures in bringing numerous, major sporting events to town including Volleyball hosting the recent Final 4 as well as how the future On Campus Stadium will be a major draw for even bigger events . They also talk about Bulls fans' strong presence at the recent Sneaker Soiree awards night hosted by the TBSC.

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (1/25/2024)

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 14:26:00 +0000

Caylee Cottrell, Darek Sharp and Joey Johnston's guests on this week's episode of BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show are Women's Basketball Head Coach Jose Fernandez, junior Romi Levy, and special guest Men's golf Head Coach, Steve Bradley.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (01/23/2024)

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 18:54:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Bull Speed Ahead Podcast, Michael Kelly shares with us his thoughts on the great start to conference play for Men's Basketball.

We also welcome a special guest this week, Leo Medeiros of USF Women's Golf, who was the AAC student-athlete representative at last week's NCAA Convention, discussing major topics including NIL and the Transfer Portal. She also gives an update on the team getting set for the spring season.

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (01/11/2024)

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 17:01:00 +0000

On the first 2024 BullsEYE: The USF coaches Show episode, out guests are Head Men's Basketball Coach Amir Abdur-Rahim, senior Guard Chris Youngblood, and special guest, Track & Field Head Coach Erik Jenkins.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (01/09/2024)

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 19:30:00 +0000

On the first 2024 episode of Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly:

- Recap of the great experience for Football and Bulls fans in the Boca Raton Bowl
- Michael Kelly recalls 10 years ago when he was CEO of the College Football Playoff as it began its first year
- Heading to Arizona for a big week of NCAA-related meetings
- Men's Basketball 6-game winning streak and an exciting brand of basketball
- Another record-setting semester for student-athletes in the classroom
- Track and Field and Tennis set to start soon

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (12/14/2023)

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 17:02:00 +0000

Caylee Cottrell, B.J. Daniels and Joey Johnston preview the Boca Raton Bowl with Head Coach Alex Golesh, offensive coordinator Joel Gordon and defensive coordinator Todd Orlando. Joey and B.J. also give us the Top 5 reasons to attend a bowl, and Top 5 Bowl moments in Bulls history.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (12/12/2023)

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 22:28:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Bull Speed ahead

Bulls' allotment of tickets for Boca Raton is SOLD OUT - more details on how to still get tickets near the USF section
Graduation for 29 student-athletes over the weekend
South Florida is host institution for NCAA Final Four in volleyball
Big wins for Basketball over the weekend and a huge doubleheader coming up Saturday

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (12/05/2023)

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 16:10:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly

BIG news with the renderings of the On-Campus Stadium, to open in 2027, with the Tampa General Hospital Center of Athletic Excellence ready to go in 2026.
Bulls are bowling in Boca! How to get tickets for South Florida vs. Syracuse.
Volleyball extends its great season into the quarterfinals of the NIVC.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (11/28/2023)

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 11:02:00 +0000

On a great Saturday night at Raymond James Stadium as the Bulls earn a bowl bid, Michael Kelly remembers what sold him one year ago in hiring Alex Golesh. He also goes through a thorough breakdown on possible bowl destinations.

Also discussed is Volleyball's incredible turnaround season to continue in the NIVC as well as the SOLD OUT Women's Basketball game vs. Georgia Southern this upcoming Thursday for Education Day, with 9,000 young fans expected to attend.

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (11/22/2023)

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 19:24:00 +0000

Guests of this week's episode of BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show are USF Football Head Coach Alex Golesh & Bulls offensive line Dinivan Jennings.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (11/21/2023)

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 11:32:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly

Volleyball clinches a division title and wraps up the regular season at home Wednesday
BIG Saturday night at Raymond James Stadium coming up - Fan Appreciation Night and chance for the Bulls to wrap up a bowl berth
Victorious Sunday doubleheader for USF Women's and Men's Basketball
Happy Thanksgiving Bulls fans!

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (11/16/2023)

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 14:13:00 +0000

Guests of this week's episode of BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show are USF Football Head Coach Alex Golesh, Bulls defensive Lineman Tramel Logan, Volleyball Assistant Coach Leandro Vissotto.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (11/14/2023)

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 11:23:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly:

Recap of a great night inducting the 3 latest members into the South Florida Athletics Hall of Fame
Awesome opener for Men's Basketball Head Coach Amir Abdur-Rahim.
Big games coming up this week including a Women's & Men's Basketball doubleheader on Sunday November 19th.
USF Football tops Temple to go to 5-5, one win from being bowl eligible
USF Volleyball takes two from East Carolina to lead the AAC East Division outright

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (11/09/2023)

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 11:46:00 +0000

Guests of this week's episode of BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show are USF Football Head Coach Alex Golesh, DL Jonathan Ross, former OL Demetris Harris, and Men's Basketball Head Coach Amir Abdur-Rahim.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (11/07/2023)

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 12:19:00 +0000

Big week coming up headlined by new USF Athletics Hall of Fame class being inducted (Evelyne Viens, Jeff Attinella, Kelly Lagedrost)
Salute to Service game with USF Football hosting Temple Saturday
Two Bulls earn Player of the Month honors - Melanie Green (Women's Golf) & Alvin Tudorica (Men's Tennis)
USF Volleyball big battle for AAC lead this week
USF Women's Basketball season starts successfully, USF Men's Basektball tip things off on Thursday

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (11/02/2023)

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 14:35:00 +0000

For this week's episode of BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show, Women's Basketball Head Coach Jose Fernandez joins us for the first time this season. Along with Football Head Coach Alex Golesh, RB Nay'Quan Wright and former Bulls Defensive Back Kayvon Webster also join us this week.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (10/31/2023)

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 11:27:00 +0000

Here is a quick overview of what Michael Kelly discussed on Bulls Speed Ahead this week.

Army Football is now part of the AAC. How might that affect future Bulls' schedule?
Looking forward to November Football and quite possibly more in December!
Men's Basketball first home game on Thursday November 2nd is an exhibition FREE to attend game.
Incredible Home Finale for Coach Denise Schilte-Brown as Women's Soccer Head Coach
An On Campus Stadium update

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (10/24/2023)

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 12:20:00 +0000

On this week's episode, Michael Kelly discussed:

The incredible night we all had at the Softball stadium, crowd of more than 1,600 watched the Bulls host Team Puerto Rico.
Expecting big crowds this upcoming Thursday for Denise Schilte-Brown's last home game as USF Women's Soccer coach, as well as for Women's lacrosse debut scrimmages on Saturday.
Big wins for football (at UConn) and men's soccer (vs. UAB)
Basketball Tip-Off Event marks that sport getting here soon!

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (10/19/2023)

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 12:52:00 +0000

Along with Coach Golesh, this week's guests of BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show are defensive lineman Manny Hickman and alum Billy Atterbury.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (10/17/2023)

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 11:47:00 +0000

Discussed on this week's episode of Bull Speed Ahead:

Contract extension through 2028-29 season for women's basketball Head Coach Jose Fernandez
Basketball Tip-off Event on Wednesday October 25^th in downtown Tampa
Women's Soccer and Volleyball leading their divisions in the AAC
Back-to-back wins for men's Golf to close the fall season
Men's Tennis standout Alvin Tudorica reaches finals of ITA Southeast Regional

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (10/12/2023)

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 15:46:00 +0000

This week's guests along with Coach Golesh are QB Byrum Brown, and member of Women's Lacrosse Sofia Chepenik.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (10/10/2023)

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 13:03:00 +0000

This week on Bulls Speed Ahead, it's all about Homecoming!

A special $19.56 ticket deal for the football game vs. FAU
Activities around campus
Women's Soccer plays at home Thursday and Sunday + Signe Markvardsen was named AAC Player of the Week
Volleyball plays at home, Friday and Sunday
Women's Basketball picked as the preseason favorite to win the AAC

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (10/05/2023)

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 15:01:00 +0000

This week's guests are Alex Golesh, Bulls linebacker Jhalyn Shuler, former player Evan Landi and Women's Golf Head Coach Erika Brennan.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (10/03/2023)

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 10:03:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Bull Speed Ahead from Indianapolis:

Michael Kelly explains his role on the NCAA Division I Oversight Committee as well as the DI Council.
Summary of the Football team's winning trip to Navy which included several hundred Bulls fans.
Like Football, Volleyball is in first place in the American!
Mental Health Week and the Green Sports Day initiative, both taking place this week.

BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show (09/28/2023)

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 15:06:00 +0000

On this week's episode of BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show, Coach Golesh was joined by WR Sean Atkins, all-time Bulls leading receiver Andre Davis, and USF Baseball Head Coach Billy Mohl, who is being inducted into the Tulane Athletics Hall of Fame this weekend.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (09/26/2023)

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 10:26:00 +0000

On today's Bull Speed Ahead episode with Michael Kelly:

Byrum Brown and Naiem Simmons lead way to thrill-packed win over Rice - Brown lands on multiple national honor lists
Big wins for Women's Soccer (over No. 21 Gonzaga) and Women's Golf (at the season opening Badger Invitiational)
Beach Volleyball Head Coach Pri Piantadosi-Lima tabbed to lead the national U19 and U20 men's team
Conference Basketball schedule release
Extra Yard for Teachers event highlights several local elementary schools
Michael Kelly recaps his incredible week with our nation's military at the Joint Civilian Orientation Conference

BullsEYE - The USF Coaches Show (09/21/2023)

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 15:42:00 +0000

Along with the Head Coach Alex Golesh, this week's BullsEYE guests are Bulls Safety Logan Berryhill, former player DeDe Lattimore, and Volleyball sophomore Buse Huzan.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (09/19/2023)

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 10:45:00 +0000

On today's episode of Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly:

Incredible crowd and defense performance by USF Football for game vs. Alabama
Conference play beginning this week for volleyball and men's soccer - Women's soccer with a busy week at home
Michael attending JCOC - The Joint Civilian Orientation Conference - in Washington DC, a special event hosted by the Department of defense.

BullsEYE - The USF Coaches Show (09/14/2023)

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 13:14:00 +0000

On today's episode of BullsEYE theUSF Coaches Show:

- Darek Sharp, B.J. Daniels and Caylee Cottrell sum up the win vs. FAMU
- Head Coach Alex Golesh sits down with Darek and BJ to discuss the win, and looking forward to the big game vs. Alabama
- Caylee and Darek sit down with WR Naiem Simmons who scored his first TD as a Bull last Saturday
- Sam Barrington with former Bull SJ Green - caught a pass in his freshman season vs. Bama, the only time the Bulls played the Tide previously in 2003
- Darek sits down with Men's Soccer co-captains Nic Scargle and Sergio Pineros-Mayorga
- Darek, B.J. and Caylee discuss their final thoughts looking ahead to Bama

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (09/12/2023)

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 10:52:00 +0000

On today's episode of Bull Speed Ahead, Michael Kelly discusses the momentous $25 million gift from Tampa General Hospital and the Florida Board of Governors approving funding for On-Campus Stadium. He also gives us a quick recap of Football's victory over FAMU as well as Men's Soccer topping 15th-ranked Indiana.

BullsEYE - The USF Coaches Show (09/07/2023)

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 18:17:00 +0000

USF is introducing a new coaches show format and hosts in 2023-24 with BullsEYE: The USF Coaches Show.

The show will drop on Thursday’s weekly throughout the 2023 season. The one-hour show will first air on a morning drive time rotation from 7-9 a.m. on Bulls Unlimited (the USF digital radio channel available on TuneIn and the South Florida Bulls App).

The show will also have an enhanced video component in 2023-24, allowing fans the opportunity to watch the one-hour show on-demand on Youtube (BullsEYE playlist), Facebook (USF Football & USF Athletics) and on GoUSFBulls.com beginning on Thursday at noon each week.

BullsEYE will be hosted by longtime Bulls Unlimited producer and voice of many USF sports Darek Sharp. He will be joined by Bulls Insider Caylee Cottrell and former standout Bulls quarterback BJ Daniels as the trio talk USF Athletics and host interviews with Head Coach Alex Golesh and players, as well as head coaches and student-athletes from around USF Athletics. The show will feature top plays and calls from Bulls football throughout the year as well as the unique events, insider access and personalities that make USF special.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (09/06/2023)

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 09:16:00 +0000

On today's episode of Bull Speed ahead with Michael Kelly:

Recap of the football opener at Western Kentucky - looking ahead to the home opener vs. FAMU
Latest updates on volleyball and soccer
Important new agreement between the American Athletic Conference and a company called U.S. Integrity, which monitors sports wagering.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (08/29/2023)

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +0000

A new season means a brand new season episode of Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly.

On today's episode, Michael Kelly discusses what goes on behind the scenes when it comes to a serious weather system, then gets into the vastly successful Road 2 Tampa Bay volleyball event, Denise Schilte-Brown's last season with women's soccer and some new practices that will be in place for this football season.

Year-ending Show - Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (06/30/2023)

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 12:26:00 +0000

Year-ending Show is today's title for Bull Speed Ahead. Michael Kelly talks to us about the following:

University earning AAU status and how that positively impacts Athletics.
Addition of two new sports (women's lacrosse and Beach volleyball).
New coaches - Alex Golesh, Amir Abdur-Rahim, and Pri Piantadosi-Lima joining USF Athletics.
Romaine Beckford's National Championship.
Contract extensions for head coaches Erika Brennan and Bob Butehorn.
IPF exceeding expectations
Other facilities upgrades.
On-Campus Stadium updates.
Hall of Fame class (Lagedrost, Viens, Attinella).
Learfield Director's Cup.
AAC and the desire to have the Bulls lead the way.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (02/24/2023)

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 12:19:00 +0000

On today's episode, Michael Kelly chats with AAC Associate Commissioner for Football, Jaime Hixson as theu both discussed how the just-released conference Football schedule came together. Later on, Michael Kelly sits down with student-athletes Melanie Green (Women's Golf) and Kelsey O' Loughlin (Volleyball) to discuss the Powerful Minds initiative, focusing on mental health.

Bull speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (02/03/2023)

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 11:20:00 +0000

On today's episode of Bull Speed Ahead Podcast, Michael Kelly discusses all of the Stampede for Women event that took place on Wednesday February 1st highlighting the great success of USF women's teams, the wonderful tribute for Arthur Jones on Wednesday's men's basketball game vs. East Carolina, as well as the NIL Symposium held for all Bull student-athletes to help navigate and benefit from the world of NIL.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (01/20/2023)

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 16:16:00 +0000

On today's episode of Bull Speed Ahead, Co-Ed cheerleading team head coach Gillian Guadagnino and All-Girl Squad head coach Sandy Clarke join Michael Kelly as they discuss the third straight national championship for USF's Co-Ed Cheerleading Squad, as well as the the first Gameday national title for the All-Girl Squad team.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (01/06/2023)

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 14:06:00 +0000

On the first 2023 Bull Speed Ahead episode, Michael Kelly talks about how it has been working alongside new Football Head Coach Alex Golesh in his first month. He also gave more details on the Grand Opening of the Porter Family Indoor Performance Facility: Tuesday, Jan 10th, and discussed and announced the $5.1 million gift from J.D. Porter and the Porter Family to name the IPF. When it comes to Basketball, Michael Kelly talks about how busy this spring semester is looking for USF with plenty of chances to see both Women's and Men's teams in action, but also especially that the University is going to be hosting conference tournaments.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (11/11/2022)

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 14:11:00 +0000

On today's episode of Bull Speed Ahead, Michael Kelly gives us a recap of a great Hall of Fame induction banquet Thursday night, our men's soccer advancing to the AAC finals after beating SMU, Football hosting SMU in Salute to Service day, and finally, the IPF being used for the first time.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (11/04/2022)

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 15:46:00 +0000

On today's Bull Speed Ahead episode, Michael Kelly updates us on the following:

1) More than $100,000 raised Thursday at Bulls Blast, hosted by Tampa Bay Sporting Clays

2) Big opportunity to see the volleyball team, with three matches in a row at the Yuengling Center (USF will be the host institution for the 2023 NCAA Final Four)

3) Basketball season tips off Monday night with a doubleheader at home: Women vs. Morehead State (5:30), Men vs. Southeast Missouri State (8)

4) Tickets still available for the Hall of Fame Induction ceremony dinner next Thursday (Nov. 10)

5) Looking forward to next weekend's Salute to Service football game vs. SMU at Raymond James Stadium

6) Men's Soccer hosting a huge 1st-round match in the AAC tournament vs. Charlotte on Sunday

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (10/28/2022)

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 13:43:00 +0000

On today's Bull Speed Ahead episode, Michael Kelly updates us on:

Target date for IPF to be ready for use
Supplier Diversity workshop for potential OCS vendors
Men's and Women's Soccer getting set for AAC Tournament
Basketball Season is almost here!!

Bull Speed Ahead with Michale Kelly (10/21/2022)

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Today's Bull Speed Ahead guest is Dr. Lee Dorpfeld, USF's Director of Sports Psychology. He and Michael Kelly discuss the aspect of mental health in college sports, and the efforts being put in to assist USF student-athletes in that area.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (10/14/2022)

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 16:41:00 +0000

On today's Bull Speed Ahead episode, Michael Kelly's guest is Lelo Prado, Deputy Athletic Director for Development Operations. Michael and Lelo give an update on the athletic department's fundraising efforts, including a record 2021-22 fiscal year. They also discuss the new Golden Brahman Society along with the Bulls Club Legends - those who have donated at least $1 million over the course of their time supporting USF.

Other topics discussed include:

An update in the top fundraising goal of the last year, the Indoor Performance Facility
An exciting new avenue for student athletes who excel in the classroom, the Alston Award
A preview to some big events in the next week including the Hoops Tip-Off Luncheon

Bull speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (10/07/2022)

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 13:55:00 +0000

On today's episode of Bull Speed Ahead:

- Recap of the week at USF Athletics (Hurricane Ian, make-up matches for soccer and volleyball

- News on the rescheduled date for the Hall of Fame induction ceremony (11-10)

- A sold out Basketball luncheon

- D1 Council Meeting update

- Upcoming home games at USF Athletics

Bull speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (09/23/2022)

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 10:43:00 +0000

As it is Equipment Managers Appreciation Week, this week's Bull Speed Ahead episode features Jeremy Lees, the longtime head of Equipment Operations for USF Athletics and Johnathan Katona, the new Assistant A.D. for Olympic Sports Equipment Operations. With Michael Kelly, they all speak about what goes into getting all of the Bulls' teams geared up, and dive into more details about what goes into a football road trip when it comes to transporting equipment and uniforms.

The second segment of today's episode is dedicated to meet new Assistant Athletic Director of Human Resources, Domenica Jones.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (09/16/20220)

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 17:03:00 +0000

Today's guests on Bull Speed Ahead are Co-presidents of SAAC Makayla Washington (Volleyball) and Ben Kailes (Cross Country). They both chat with Michael Kelly about all activities SAAc has planned for the year ahead.

Bull Speed head with Michael Kelly (09/09/2022)

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 12:40:00 +0000

On today's episode of Bull Speed Ahead, Michael Kelly talks about the College Football Playoff expanding to 12 teams, the Design and Construction Team determined for our On-Campus Stadium, and Russel Tchewa returning to school with Bulls Nation's help.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (09/02/2022)

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 14:45:00 +0000

On today’s Bull Speed Ahead episode, our VP of Athletics Michael Kelly discusses both our new radio deal with Cox Media Group to broadcast football games on 102.5 The Bone FM and our new TV show to air Sundays on WTTA Great 38. You get also to know all about USF Athletics new Facility Master plan website and Strategic plan. Cory Moss of Collegiate Licensing Company (CLC) was today’s episode guest and got to discuss the merchandising of USF products.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (08/26/2022)

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 16:01:00 +0000

Our VIP of Athletics Michael Kelly chats with Jon Gordon about how his experience in Sports helped and led him to his current role as a best-selling author. He also chats with USF Lacrosse head coach Mindy McCord as she talks about her transition to Tampa with her family, her excitement about the interest level in the USF Lax program, and much more!

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (8/19/2022)

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 13:10:00 +0000

Join Michael Kelly and Darek Sharp on this second episode of Bull Speed Ahead Podcast - presented by TGH - as they delve into a recap of a SOLD OUT 2022 Football Luncheon, last year's fundraising record-setting ($22 million!), as well as Michael Kelly's involvement with different college athletics' councils including the NCAA Division 1 and the Championship Oversight Committee councils. They also quickly touch on USF Athletics' year kickoff staff meeting and also discuss welcoming student athletes back to campus and getting them ready for the start of a successful 2022 season.

Bull Speed Ahead with Michael Kelly (8/12/2022)

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 16:36:00 +0000

VP of Athletics Michael Kelly provides insight & updates on: Facility enhancements and progress of the IPF, update on the on-Campus Stadium, fall sport media days, a new athletics website, Bulls Club new giving structure and a record number of Iron Bulls.

Bull Speed Ahead with Abby Ritter

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 16:36:00 +0000

Bull Speed Ahead with Assistant Athletics Director of Development, Abby Ritter

Bull Speed Ahead with Lee Butler

Sat, 16 Jul 2022 00:23:00 +0000

Bull Speed Ahead with Senior Associate Athletics Director, Lee Butler