



Tony Lewis and Harrison Waters, Drury Baseball Alums (20-Year Anniversary)
Twenty years ago, Drury University launched its baseball program, and they didn’t just participate... they made history. Today, we’re joined by two stars from that inaugural 2007 squad, Tony Lewis and Harrison Waters. We’re looking back at the "start-up" team that defied the odds, capturing a GLVC …

Dr. Heath Melugin, CoxHealth Orthopedic Surgeon
Joining us for a deep dive into athlete health is Dr. Heath Melugin, an Orthopedic Surgeon at CoxHealth. As a former standout for Kickapoo High School and Missouri State soccer, Dr. Melugin brings a unique player-to-provider perspective to our latest Q&A. We cover the essentials of youth sports saf…

Chris Parker, Ozarks Sports Zone
Spring sports are in full swing! ⚾️ When it comes to Ozarks high school athletics, nobody knows the players and the programs better than Chris Parker of Ozarks Sports Zone. We’re picking his brain on the top names to watch this season. Whether you’re following baseball, softball, boys golf, tennis,…

Rick Grayson, Ozarks Golf Legend
Golf legend Rick Grayson joins us to cover the full spectrum of the game—from local history to the global stage. We’re diving into this weekend’s Ozarks Golf Hall of Fame induction, the latest trends in instruction, and stories of icons like Tiger Woods and the late Payne Stewart. Plus, with the Ma…

Elsie & Kinley Larsen, Strafford Lady Indians Basketball
Sisters, leaders, and now State Champions. Elsie and Kinley Larsen joined forces to lead the Strafford Lady Indians to a Class 4 State title last weekend in Columbia. Playing under the guidance of their father, Coach Dustin Larsen, the sisters authored a remarkable story of grit and resilience. Tun…

Trish Marsh, Marshfield Lady Jays Basketball
Marshfield’s Lady Jays are chasing another championship, and the woman leading the charge knows the program as well as anyone. Trish Marsh joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene to talk about returning to her alma mater, guiding a team that has sat atop the state rankings all season, and pursuing a s…

Curry Sutherland, Missouri State Baseball Standout
Missouri State junior Curry Sutherland is off to a strong start at the plate, and the former Logan-Rogersville standout joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene to talk about his breakthrough season. Host Scott Puryear visits with Curry about the adjustments that have helped him take a big step forward…

Eli Hoff, Mizzou Sportswriter - St. Louis Post Dispatch
All things Mizzou are on the table as Eli Hoff, beat writer for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene. Host Scott Puryear catches up with Eli to break down the outlook for Tigers men’s and women’s basketball, the state of the baseball program, and a full evaluation of Mi…

Kaci Bailey, Drury Lady Panthers Basketball
Drury is heating up at just the right time. Third-year head coach Kaci Bailey joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene as her Lady Panthers ride a nine-game win streak and make another push for a GLVC Championship. Host Scott Puryear gets to know the leader of one of the nation’s perennial Division II …

Leslie Hanchey, Kickapoo Lady Chiefs Basketball Coach
Kickapoo is rolling, and head coach Leslie Hanchey joins Around the Ozarks Sports Scene to talk about her unbeaten 19–0 Lady Chiefs and their No. 2 state ranking. Now in her third season and off to a remarkable 77–6 start to her coaching career, Hanchey reflects on her lifelong connection to Kickap…