NEW PODCAST: Mark Berokoff, Randall University Men's Basketball Coach

NEW PODCAST: Mark Berokoff, Randall University Men’s Basketball Coach

By Jason Romano Mar 6, 2019

Mark Berokoff (Photo courtesy of Randall University)

THIS IS EPISODE 260 OF THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST

Mark Berokoff is in his sixth year as the head men’s basketball coach at Randall University in Moore, Okla. He has led Randall to three straight National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA) Division II national championships (2016, ’17 and ’18), and in 2015-16 was named the NCCAA D-II National Coach of the Year.

On this episode of the podcast, we learn about Randall University, the NCCAA, Coach Berokoff’s faith journey, how he stays grounded after winning three straight national championships, and leading through the successes and failures of a long season.

Congratulations, Coach Mark Berokoff @Randallmbb, on your 100th win with the Saints! #WellDone pic.twitter.com/9bwE4EMK9E

— Randall University (@RUSaints) February 23, 2018

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SS PODCAST: Oklahoma State coach Jacie Hoyt on becoming a new mom, leading with love

By Sports Spectrum Jun 17, 2025

THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST WITH MATT FORTE & JASON ROMANO, FEATURING JACIE HOYT

Jacie Hoyt is the women’s basketball head coach at Oklahoma State University, a role she took over in March 2022 after serving as the head coach at the University of Missouri-Kansas City from 2017 to 2022. In 2024-25, Hoyt led the Cowgirls to 25 wins and their second NCAA Tournament berth in three seasons.

Today on the podcast, Jacie Hoyt returns to the show to share about her experiences of leading a team with a strong sense of community and faith, her personal struggles with infertility, and the joy of returning to coaching shortly after giving birth. The discussion also touches on the evolving landscape of college basketball, including the impact of NIL and the transfer portal, and how she navigates these changes while maintaining her commitment to her players and their development.

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Grateful for an administration who believes in me, and thankful for the players and coaching staff who bought into the vision and put in the work to make it all possible! Being a part of @OSUAthletics and this community is an honor! Loyal & True…let’s keep climbing 🧡🤠 https://t.co/v07nWfDJ8z

— Jacie Hoyt (@CoachJacie) April 3, 2025

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WHAT’S UP PODCAST: Alyssa Crockett & Jordan Hobbs – Michigan Women’s Basketball Players

By Sports Spectrum Jun 16, 2025

Michigan's Alyssa Crockett, left, and Jordan Hobbs, right. (Photo courtesy of Instagram/@umichwbball)

THIS IS SPORTS SPECTRUM’S WHAT’S UP PODCAST
WITH ANNABELLE HASSELBECK

On today’s episode of Sports Spectrum’s “What’s Up” podcast, we have Michigan women’s basketball players Alyssa Crockett and Jordan Hobbs.

Alyssa and Jordan share about their time as campers and interns at Athletes in Action’s Ultimate Training Camp, their experience playing for Michigan women’s basketball, and how the Lord is working in their lives.

“What’s Up” is part of the Sports Spectrum Podcast Network.

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SS PODCAST: Matt Forte’s dad Gene on Father’s Day, parenting, discipleship, legacy

By Sports Spectrum Jun 13, 2025

Matt Forte, left, and Gene Forte, right. (Photo courtesy of Matt Forte)

THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST WITH MATT FORTE, FEATURING GENE FORTE

Gene Forte is the father of our Sports Spectrum host, Matt Forte. Gene was a defensive tackle at Tulane University from 1974 to 1978, and Matt played as a running back there from 2004 to 2007.

Today on the show, Gene joins his son Matt on a special Father’s Day edition of the Sports Spectrum Podcast. The conversation touches on the impact of fatherlessness in society, the power of forgiveness, and redemption in parenting. Gene shares valuable insights on how to be a good father, emphasizing love, discipline and the importance of spiritual guidance.

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Matt Forte and his father, Gene. One family, 2 generations of football players… 2 different takes on hairstyles. pic.twitter.com/wkAPshOhvt

— E60 (@E60) November 4, 2015

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SS PODCAST: SMU football head coach Rhett Lashlee on coaching as a calling, Godly leadership

By Sports Spectrum Jun 10, 2025

THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST WITH MATT FORTE, FEATURING RHETT LASHLEE

Rhett Lashlee is the football head coach at SMU. He joined the program in 2022 after serving as an assistant coach for more than a decade with programs like Miami (Florida), Auburn and Connecticut.

In 2018 and 2019, he was SMU’s offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach, before taking the same roles at Miami for 2020 and 2021.

Today on the podcast, Rhett Lashlee shares insights on building a winning culture in college football, navigating the challenges of modern college athletics, leading his team to the College Football Playoff, and the significance of discipleship and community in maintaining spiritual health.

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It’s simple, Christ died so that I, an unworthy hypocrite and a sinner, could LIVE. Love in its purest form. The Ultimate Sacrifice. #GoodFriday pic.twitter.com/CxRcWFnRY9

— Rhett Lashlee (@rhettlashlee) March 30, 2018