It was one amazing way to kick off what’s already been a season to write about. I can’t wait to see where the rest of the season goes.

In record heat (hottest game ever played in Williams-Brice Stadium), our incredible crew put on one hell of a show. While I had it easier in booth and out of the sun, where I served as Booth A2, it was still a spicy one.

Thanks to Sioux Falls for being a delightful host. As far as Banana Ball? I’ve got one more go for the season. I’ll see you in a few weeks in Savannah.

It was once again a pleasure to be a part of the traveling joy of Banana Ball. The professional growth that’s coming, getting more comfortable with new aspects of the job, is a bonus.

The Indianapolis Clowns hosted the Firefighters and I was back on the field as A2, micing up players, coaches (sometimes both at once) and two sideline reporters. Of course, setting up the booth as well.

It was great to be back in the dugout for Banana Ball and wonderful to be in the rotation for such a fun, unique experience. With a few more bookings under my belt, I look forward to each show getting better.

My second taste of Banana Ball, my first time traveling, and it was to a city that was so thrilled to have such an event there, in person, for them. A common chorus would echo, “Nothing like this ever comes here.” It did, and they showed their love.

With a new found respect for mixed martial arts and more reps, getting deeper in the weeds rolling as an A2, it was a fun and invaluable experience. Hoping to be back ringside soon!

This year it was just one day, a necessary fill in for a moment. Hopefully it means I can hang out with my friends a bit longer next year.

In charge of booth set up, nat mics and the mics under the boards I got the basics of the show up and running.

From there I worked with the RF A2 to mic up the cornhole players in game, (is it a cornhole game? A match?) quickly swapping out mics and packs between commercial breaks.

risotto (which definitely teaches patience), mushroom ragu over polenta with pork belly and oven roasted broccolini, scratch made lasagna, roasted pork belly ramen and finally focaccia as we foray in to baking.

What’s your get away when you’re not on site?

I’ve found it’s a way to continue a creative outlet plus a reprieve from the usual crafty that we’re all thankful for but can become a little rough.

My most recent creation was for the 4th, a wonderful shrimp roll. Among other creations this year I’ve also added eggs Benedict…

Come November South Carolina will elect a new governor, one way or another. It’s a humbling feeling knowing in some way, shape, or form I was a part of this process not once, but twice.

This year we found a way to level up by adding on camera hits for talent. Something small but impactful toward the broadcast and the experience for fans on NCAA.com.

The quest begins to year four and growth in 2027.

Having the added bonus of knowing some grads from the beginning of their journey, it was a unique experience to be a small part of the conclusion of a defining era in their lives.

Class of 2026, go make the world a better place.