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651Sports Update

651Sports Update

By 651Sports Update

651Sports Update is a radio show and podcast on WFNU-LP 94.1FM. We cover high school varsity and club sports in St. Paul, MN. We will also discuss the youth sports at some of our community youth programs from around the city. Every team has a story to tell and we will bring you those stories.
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651Sports UpdateJul 23, 2018

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651Sports Update 4.10.21

651Sports Update 4.10.21

Today Eric and I wrap up the winter sports season and preview what to expect in the spring sports season. We talk about what to expect in this month's Bugle story and announce our teams of the month. Plus, we set up our next Pro Pick.

Apr 10, 202159:41
651Sports Update 3.13.21

651Sports Update 3.13.21

On today's show, Eric and I are joined by Athletic Director, Matt Osborne from Humboldt High School and Coach Marlon McCoy from Central. We go over the scores and stats, State results, Teams of the Month, Como Park news, and we set up the next Pro Pick.

Mar 13, 202158:14
651Sports Update 2.13.21

651Sports Update 2.13.21

Today Eric and I talk to Central High School's Athletic Director, Treacy Funk. We talk about Central's winter season and how the teams are coping with the pandemic. Eric and I also go over scores, news, and pick our Teams of the Month.

Feb 13, 202159:24
651Sports Update 1.16.21

651Sports Update 1.16.21

We are back with the winter sports season. Most sports started practice this week and some teams got competition underway. We were joined by Co-Head Coach Tim Blase of the St. Paul/Sibley Riveters. Also joining us was pat Auran, Athletic Director from Highland Park.

Jan 16, 202157:15
651Sports Update 12.19.20-Special Gift Idea Episode

651Sports Update 12.19.20-Special Gift Idea Episode

On this episode I was joined by Marty Owings of Radio Free Nation fame. We went over some last minute gift ideas. We cover a lot and the the list can be found on the 651Sports Update Facebook page.

Dec 19, 202059:48
651Sports Update 11.21.20

651Sports Update 11.21.20

Today's is our last show of the year. We will be back in January, but before we go, listen to this packed episode. Eric and I were joined by Coach Scull of Como Park football and Coach Nikki of Highland Park volleyball. We also mention out Teams of the Month and go over our Pro Pick.

Nov 21, 202055:45
651Sports Update 10.24.20

651Sports Update 10.24.20

On today's show you will get caught up on the latest results of Section tournaments. Joining me in studio today was Amy Doherty. She is one of the Assistant Directors at the Minnesota State High School League. We talked about her role, section tournaments, and what it was like last March when COVID hit and impacted basketball tournaments.

Oct 24, 202056:53
651Sports Update 10.17.20

651Sports Update 10.17.20

Today we almost had too much show, but we fit it all in. Interviews today included, Kathy Jackson, Athletic Director from Harding High School. After that interview we talked to Coach Chris Steenberg of Highland Park's girls soccer team. Then we played the interview that Eric recorded with Washington's boys soccer captains and coach. We picked our Teams of the Month and had our Pro Pick. Phew!

Oct 17, 202056:34
651Sports Update 9.19.20

651Sports Update 9.19.20

On today's show Eric and I go over the scores and stats for the week. We talk about the conference champs that were crowned and discuss what is at stake for the rest of the season. We announce our Teams of the Month, talk about the upcoming MSHSL meeting regarding football and volleyball, and go over our Pro Pick.

Sep 19, 202056:26
651Sports Update 8.29.20

651Sports Update 8.29.20

Hello everybody!!! Welcome back! We are here with our Fall Preview Show. Eric and I are usually out and about at one of the local Frogtown Restaurants, Kolap Restaurant. But, instead we went out to the field, literally. We visited with Central Girls Soccer, Como Park Boys Soccer, Harding Girls Tennis, Humboldt Boys Soccer, and Highland Park/SPA Swimming and Diving. You will hear from the athletes themselves about what this season is like and what changes have been made. Plus, Eric and I bring back the Pro Pick.

Aug 29, 202056:03
651Sports Update 3.14.20

651Sports Update 3.14.20

Wow, what a show. Eric and I talk to the head coach of the Minneapolis North Polars, Coach Larry McKenzie. His team was scheduled to play Blake in the section finals before the the tournament was cancelled. We go over scores and stats, Eric's trip to D.C., and our Pro Pick.

Mar 14, 202059:47
651Sports Update 2.15.20

651Sports Update 2.15.20

Here is today's show. Eric Erickson and I talk to Coach Brad Moening of Highland Park Nordic Skiing. The Girls and the Boys had a strong finish at the State Meet. We talked to Eric about his trip to Iowa and the up coming trip to Washington DC.

Feb 15, 202001:00:09
651Sports Update 2.8.20

651Sports Update 2.8.20

Today we go over the results of last week's high school sports schedule here in St. Paul, MN. Some of these sports are headed to Section competition, while others are headed to State. Click the play button to get caught up on all of the action.

Feb 08, 202029:38
651Sports Update 1.18.20

651Sports Update 1.18.20

Today Eric Erickson and I talked about the high school sports in St. Paul this past week. We also went over our Team of the Month picks, Como Park News, and our Pro Pick.

Jan 18, 202059:45
651Sports Update 12.21.19

651Sports Update 12.21.19

Today, Marty Owings joined me by phone to go over last minute gift ideas for the sports enthusiast, and anybody in general, on your list. Also, I went over all of the scores and stats from the high schools that make up the St. Paul Public Schools and St. Agnes.

Dec 21, 201959:16
651Sports Update 12.14.19

651Sports Update 12.14.19

We we're live once again from Kolap Restaurant in the heart of Frogtown. We interviewed athletes from Highland Park Gymnastics, Central Nordic Ski, Harding Boys Basketball, Como Park Girls Basketball, and St. Paul Silbey Riveters Girls Hockey. Plus, we go over Eric's new Park Bugle piece and our next Pro Pick.

Dec 17, 201958:43
651Sports Update 11.23.19

651Sports Update 11.23.19

Welcome to today's show! Eric and I close the fall sports season with the final results of the State Swimming and Diving Meet. After that we go over the results of girls hockey and girls basketball. We preview the winter sports that have not started, our Team of the Month picks, and we talk about our favorite Thanksgiving foods and traditions. Plus, we have our Pro Pick, which is hockey related.

Nov 23, 201901:00:00
651Sports Update 11.16.19

651Sports Update 11.16.19

Today I speak to Co-Head Coach of the St. Paul/Sibley Riveters, Tim Blase. We discussed the team's season so far through 3 games, the program, and the outdoor game in January.  Click play and enjoy.

Nov 16, 201929:34
I Play For You-Htee Moo Part 2

I Play For You-Htee Moo Part 2

Here is the 12th and final episode of the I Play For You podcast series. In this episode we talk to Htee Moo about what soccer and what being named to the Karen National Women's Team Player Pool has meant to her.

Nov 05, 201927:55
I Play For You-Htee Moo Part 1

I Play For You-Htee Moo Part 1

Here is episode 11 of the I Play For You podcast series. In this episode you will hear Htee Moo talk about her law enforcement education and what life was like before she came to the United States.

Oct 29, 201932:13
651Sports Update 10.19.19

651Sports Update 10.19.19

On today's show Eric and I go over the latest scores and stats. We are wrapping up some sports and talk about who is going to State in Boys Soccer and Tennis. We discuss our Team of the Month picks, Como Park news, and of course our Pro Pick.

Oct 19, 201959:36
I Play For You-Chi Chi Part 2

I Play For You-Chi Chi Part 2

In part 2 Chi Chi and I talk about how soccer affected his life and how he thinks it saved him from choosing a different path.

Oct 15, 201931:08
I Play For You-Chi Chi Part 1

I Play For You-Chi Chi Part 1

Here is episode nine of our podcast series, I Play For You. A special 12-part podcast series produced in partnership with the Karen Football Association. In this episode we talk to Chi Chi. A Washington Tech graduate. We discuss what it was like for a seven year old to adjust to a new home in a new country and the obstacles he had to overcome. 

Oct 08, 201929:46
Harding vs. Johnson-Volleyball 10.7.19

Harding vs. Johnson-Volleyball 10.7.19

East Side bragging rights are on the line! Johnson travels to Harding to face-off for the final time this season. Who came out on top? You will have to click play to find out.

Oct 08, 201902:05:36
I Play For You-Lay Lay Part 2

I Play For You-Lay Lay Part 2

In this episode Lay Lay and I talk about how soccer entered her life and what it has meant to her.
Oct 01, 201928:40
651Sports Update 9.28.19

651Sports Update 9.28.19

Today I was joined by Coach Flores of the Humboldt Hawks football team. He got us started off right at the start of the show. After that I get you caught up on the scores and stats for this past week. Then, Coach Mohamed of Como Park's Girls Soccer joined the show. I also replayed an interview I did this week with Ethan Aune. He is an football player from Concordia University-St. Paul. He played his high school years at Highland Park. Click the play button and enjoy.

Sep 28, 201947:57
I Play For You-Lay Lay Part 1

I Play For You-Lay Lay Part 1

Welcome to our special podcast series, I Play For You. In the is episode I talk to Lay Lay about her memories of living in Thailand before her family moved to the United States.
Sep 24, 201933:44
St. Agnes vs. Concordia Academy- 9.20.19 Football

St. Agnes vs. Concordia Academy- 9.20.19 Football

It's a battle of 3-0 teams on the gridiron. The Aggies look to defend home field from the Beacons on Homecoming night. It's a great night for football and you won't want to miss this game.

Sep 21, 201902:26:48
651Sports Update 9.21.19

651Sports Update 9.21.19

What a wonderful Saturday morning we had. Eric Erickson and I go over a ton of information regarding St. Paul high school sports. Scores, stats, news, Team of the Month picks, and a Pro Pick. How did we get all of that information in one episode? You will have to click play to find out.

Sep 21, 201959:52
Como Park vs. Harding-Boys Soccer 9.18.19

Como Park vs. Harding-Boys Soccer 9.18.19

Como Park boys soccer travels to Harding to take on a St. Paul City Conference rival. This was a hard fought game. Click play and listen for yourself.

Sep 19, 201901:40:58
Johnson vs. Central-Football 9.13.19

Johnson vs. Central-Football 9.13.19

Johnson travels to Central to awaken the ghosts of the old St. Paul City Conference. Who will come out victorious? Click play and find out.

Sep 14, 201902:24:56
I Play For You-Napoleon Part 2

I Play For You-Napoleon Part 2

Here is the second part of my conversation with Napoleon. In part 1 we talked about the role his family payed in shaping his life growing up. In this episode we talk about how soccer has shaped his life.
Sep 10, 201931:48
651Sports Update 9.7.19

651Sports Update 9.7.19

Welcome back! We get you caught up on the latest results from St. Paul high school athletics. You will hear the replay of two of our interviews from our first show of the season. You will also hear my interview with Coach Shannon Currier of the Concordia University-St. Paul Golden Bears. Afterwards stick around for an announcement about our partnership with the Golden Bears.
Sep 07, 201956:48
I Play For You-Napoleon Part 1

I Play For You-Napoleon Part 1

Here is my conversation with Napoleon. In this episode we talk about his family's journey to America and the legacy that his grandfather left. Napoleon also tells us which aspects of the Karen culture are important to him.
Sep 03, 201934:36
651Sports Update 8.31.19

651Sports Update 8.31.19

Welcome back to our fifth season of 651Sports Update on WFNU-LP. We were live from Kolap Restaurant in St. Paul. We did live interviews with members of five teams from St. Paul and we went over the scores and news from this past week. Sit back, click play and enjoy.

Aug 31, 201901:00:42
I Play For You-Chris Part 2

I Play For You-Chris Part 2

Here is part 2 of my conversation with Chris. In this episode we talk about what soccer has meant to him growing up and even now as an adult.
Aug 27, 201925:51
I Play For You-Chris Part 1

I Play For You-Chris Part 1

Welcome to part one of my conversation with Chris. We discuss what his life was like in Burma and Thailand before he came to America.
Aug 20, 201937:36
I Play For You-Tu Lor Part 2

I Play For You-Tu Lor Part 2

Here is part 2 of my conversation with Tu Lor. In this episode we discuss how soccer has impacted her life on and off the pitch.

Aug 13, 201926:19
I Play For You-Tu Lor Part 1

I Play For You-Tu Lor Part 1

Welcome to the first episode of I Play For You. This is part 1 of my conversation with Tu Lor. In this episode we talk about her life before coming to the U.S. and life after her family arrived. 

Aug 06, 201925:58
Like A Girl College Showcase-Final 7.21.19

Like A Girl College Showcase-Final 7.21.19

Catch the final match of the Like A Girl College Showcase. This match is between Karen Nation and Future Leaders. Who will come out victorious and claim the trophy? Click play and find out. 

Jul 22, 201901:25:15
651Sports Update 6.1.19

651Sports Update 6.1.19

It's the season finale of 651Sports Update. We discuss the Section and State tournament results and who is still alive in Sections and State activities. Eric Erickson joined me all hour and we talked Teams of the Month, Como PArk news, and our Pro Pick.

Jun 01, 201959:40
651Sports Update 5.11.19

651Sports Update 5.11.19

Today Eric Erickson and I talk all things St. Paul high school sports. We dive deep. We deliver the scores, our Teams of the Month picks, Como Park news, Como Park Boys Volleyball, and our Pro Pick.

May 11, 201957:58
651Sports Update 5.4.19

651Sports Update 5.4.19

Today I was joined in studio by Kyle Johnson and Lay Lay Zan of the Karen Football Association. We discussed what the association is, the Karen community, and what is in store going forward. You will also get caught up on the scores from this past week in the world of high school sports in St. Paul and St. Agnes.

May 04, 201959:15
Como Park vs. Central 4.24.19--High School Baseball

Como Park vs. Central 4.24.19--High School Baseball

Como Park travels to Toni Stone Stadium to take on Central in a St. Paul City Conference baseball game. Who came out on top? Click play and find out.
Apr 25, 201901:36:32
651Sports Update 4.13.19

651Sports Update 4.13.19

Today, Eric Erickson and I discuss this past week's scores and stats. We also talk Como Park news, my Final Four experience, and much more.

Apr 14, 201956:12
651Sports Update 3.16.19

651Sports Update 3.16.19

Today we wrap up the winter sports season with Eric Erickson. We get into the scores from the last of the State competitions, Como Park news, a recap of Eric's trip to Washington D.C., our Teams of the Month, and of course our Pro Pick segment 

Mar 16, 201958:30
651Sports Update 2.16.19

651Sports Update 2.16.19

On today's show Eric and I were joined by Coach Kathy Balzart of Highland Park Gymnastics. We talked about the Section Meet and which members of the team are headed to State. Scores, stats, Como Park News, and more. Click Play and enjoy.

Feb 16, 201959:38
651Sports Update 2.9.19

651Sports Update 2.9.19

Today we talk to Coach Brad Moening of the Highland Park Nordic Ski team. I also play the interview I recorded with Coach Tijl van der Wege of Como PArk Wrestling. I go over the scores and stats from this past week as well.

Feb 09, 201941:01
651Sports Update 1.19.19

651Sports Update 1.19.19

On today's show we are joined by Eric Erickson. We cover the scores and stats from the past week. We talk all things sports from Como Park. We choose our Team of the Month and do our world famous Pro Pick segment.

Jan 19, 201958:04
651Sports Update 1.12.19

651Sports Update 1.12.19

Today I was joined by Coach Odie of Saint Agnes Wrestling and Coach Tim Blase of the St. Paul Sibley Riveters. You get caught up on the scores and stats from the past week from the St. Paul Public Schools and St. Agnes. 

Jan 12, 201956:19