Matt Gifford joins Scott, Ned, and Art fresh off an unforgettable night as Indiana football completed one of the sport’s most unlikely championship runs. A proud IU alum, Gifford breaks down the Hoosiers’ transformation from perennial underdog to national contender, the emotion of the title moment, and how NIL and the transfer portal have reshaped what’s possible in college football.

The conversation shifts beyond the field as Gifford reflects on his upcoming Missouri Sports Hall of Fame induction and his journey from Springfield Cardinals GM to Vice President of Stadium Operations for the St. Louis Cardinals. He offers a behind-the-scenes look at Busch Stadium, the challenges facing modern baseball, and why delivering a top-tier fan experience remains the ultimate goal, no matter the sport.

Matt Gifford joins Scott, Ned, and Art fresh off an unforgettable night as Indiana football completed one of the sport&rsquo;s most unlikely championship runs. A proud IU alum, Gifford breaks down the Hoosiers&rsquo; transformation from perennial underdog to national contender, the emotion of the title moment, and how NIL and the transfer portal have reshaped what&rsquo;s possible in college football.
The conversation shifts beyond the field as Gifford reflects on his upcoming Missouri Sports Hall of Fame induction and his journey from Springfield Cardinals GM to Vice President of Stadium Operations for the St. Louis Cardinals. He offers a behind-the-scenes look at Busch Stadium, the challenges facing modern baseball, and why delivering a top-tier fan experience remains the ultimate goal, no matter the sport.

Stay in the Game with 102.1 The Won – Springfield’s Sports Hub

Welcome to the official 102.1 The Won — your all-access pass to local sports, expert picks, live betting odds, and real-time updates for the Springfield, MO area.

-Local Coverage, Local Voice — In-depth coverage of Springfield-area teams and sports stories you care about.
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Stay in the Game with 102.1 The Won &ndash; Springfield&rsquo;s Sports Hub
Welcome to the official 102.1 The Won &mdash; your all-access pass to local sports, expert picks, live betting odds, and real-time updates for the Springfield, MO area.
-Local Coverage, Local Voice &mdash; In-depth coverage of Springfield-area teams and sports stories you care about. -Live Sports Odds &amp; Boards &mdash; View real-time odds for NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and more. -Pro Picks &amp; Betting Insights &mdash; Daily expert picks and analysis to help you level up your game. -On-Air Shows &amp; Podcasts &mdash; Stream live shows like VSiN Primetime, Keys to the Kingdom, and more. -Alerts &amp; News &mdash; Get notified on big games, breaking scores.