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Long Form (multi topic, hourly/full show)

Hour 1 of the Braden Surprenant Show begins with a recap of a thrilling baseball game at Dodger Stadium between USD Toreros and Michigan, setting the tone for a lively discussion on college baseball. Transitioning to college basketball, Surprenant reflects on recent games involving San Diego State, UCSD, and USD, while also previewing the Padres' final week of spring training and the upcoming series in Korea against the Dodgers. Despite roster challenges, Surprenant remains optimistic about the Padres' potential and invites audience participation in the discussion.

Hour 2 kicks off with updates on San Diego State Aztecs basketball and a discussion on their prospects in the NCAA tournament. Segments delve into Nick Saban's recent remarks on college athletics and the evolving landscape of amateurism, sparking debate on the future of student-athletes. Surprenant reflects on the changing attitudes among players and emphasizes the significance of the upcoming collective bargaining agreement.

Throughout the show, Surprenant engages listeners with insights on team dynamics, player prospects, and the impact of coaching. With a blend of sports analysis, audience interaction, and thought-provoking commentary, the Braden Surprenant Show offers a comprehensive overview of San Diego's sports scene and the broader landscape of college athletics.

Hour 1 of the Braden Surprenant Show begins with a recap of a thrilling baseball game at Dodger Stadium between USD Toreros and Michigan, setting the tone for a lively discussion on college baseball. Transitioning to college basketball, Surprenant reflects on recent games involving San Diego State, UCSD, and USD, while also previewing the Padres' final week of spring training and the upcoming series in Korea against the Dodgers. Despite roster challenges, Surprenant remains optimistic about the Padres' potential and invites audience participation in the discussion.
Hour 2 kicks off with updates on San Diego State Aztecs basketball and a discussion on their prospects in the NCAA tournament. Segments delve into Nick Saban's recent remarks on college athletics and the evolving landscape of amateurism, sparking debate on the future of student-athletes. Surprenant reflects on the changing attitudes among players and emphasizes the significance of the upcoming collective bargaining agreement.
Throughout the show, Surprenant engages listeners with insights on team dynamics, player prospects, and the impact of coaching. With a blend of sports analysis, audience interaction, and thought-provoking commentary, the Braden Surprenant Show offers a comprehensive overview of San Diego's sports scene and the broader landscape of college athletics.

The Braden Surprenant Show On Demand

The Braden Surprenant Show On Demand

Braden Surprenant brings his perspective as a born and raised San Diego to 97.3 The Fan to discuss all things sports! Braden will cover the San Diego Padres, San Diego State Aztecs and plenty of football talk!

Braden Surprenant brings his perspective as a born and raised San Diego to 97.3 The Fan to discuss all things sports! Braden will cover the San Diego Padres, San Diego State Aztecs and plenty of football talk!

Segment one of the Braden Surprenant Show kicks off with a warm welcome to listeners in San Diego, returning after a week's absence. Braden Surprenant expresses gratitude to the University of San Diego for providing him with the opportunity to call a memorable baseball game at Dodger Stadium where the USD Toreros triumphed over Michigan with a resounding 9-1 victory. He delves into the details of the game, highlighting the impressive performance of the Toreros.  Transitioning into the current weekend's sports action, Surprenant provides updates on various college baseball matchups, including the ongoing series between Dallas Baptist and USD, where the Toreros staged a remarkable comeback to secure victory. He also touches on San Diego State and UCSD's games, setting the stage for further discussion later in the show.  Shifting gears to college basketball, Surprenant reflects on San Diego State's recent loss to Boise on Senior Day, acknowledging the disappointment among fans but also emphasizing the team's potential for success in the upcoming Mountain West Tournament and beyond. He praises USD's basketball team for their achievements in the season, despite falling short against Santa Clara in their recent game.  Braden then delves into the future prospects of San Diego's college basketball teams, highlighting the positive trajectory of USD and UCSD's programs, suggesting bright prospects ahead.  Segueing to the much-anticipated topic of Padres baseball, Surprenant previews the team's final week of spring training, acknowledging the challenges posed by an incomplete roster and upcoming series in Korea against the Dodgers. He candidly discusses the team's strengths and weaknesses, emphasizing the potential impact of young players and the importance of team camaraderie.  In wrapping up segment one, Surprenant invites audience participation through calls and engagement on social media platforms, promising further discussion on Padres baseball and potential roster moves before the team's departure for Korea.     In segment two, Braden kicks off with a warm welcome back to listeners, emphasizing the local flavor and engagement the show offers on Sunday mornings. He expresses excitement for future shows, promising engaging discussions ranging from Padres baseball during the season to football coverage in the fall.  Acknowledging the importance of audience interaction, Braden encourages listeners to follow him on social media platforms for additional content and engagement opportunities. He highlights the positive changes within the Padres organization, attributing much of it to the players' leadership and camaraderie under the guidance of new manager Mike Shildt.  Addressing concerns raised by listeners regarding certain players' defensive capabilities, Braden expresses confidence in the athleticism and adaptability of players like Jackson Merrill, stressing the importance of focusing on their offensive contributions rather than defensive transitions.  Braden underscores the need for patience and realistic expectations for young players like Merrill, citing examples from other players' rookie seasons and subsequent developments. He also shares insights on potential roster additions, including discussions around bringing in players like Tommy Pham or Michael A. Taylor.  As the Padres prepare for their final week of spring training and departure for Korea, Braden urges listeners to assess the team's strengths and weaknesses and form their own opinions on the direction of the 2024 season. He promises further discussion on roster decisions and potential signings in the next segment.  In segment three of the Braden Surprenant Show, Braden dives into the countdown to the Padres' opening game, scheduled for the same day as his 29th birthday. He announces a watch party at 7 Mile Casino, led by the morning show team, for fans to gather and celebrate the game against the Dodgers.  Braden revisits the pros and cons of the Padres' 2024 season outlook, expressing both excitement and concern over the team's roster composition. He shares insights from Robert Murray's report on the Padres' pursuit of outfielders Tommy Pham and Michael A. Taylor, highlighting the team's interest in bolstering its outfield depth.  Additionally, Braden discusses pitcher Ethan Salas's promising future as a catching prospect, citing praise from a fellow player. He evaluates the Padres' offseason moves and payroll reduction, emphasizing the team's transition phase following the death of owner Peter Seidler.  Braden acknowledges outside perspectives questioning the Padres' roster decisions, particularly regarding the deployment of young players like Jackson Merrill in center field. He examines the team's roster composition and potential lineup configurations, emphasizing the uncertainty surrounding the upcoming season. Segment 1 of Hour 2 of the Braden Surprenant Show begins with Braden welcoming listeners and discussing the upcoming Padres game against the Angels, emphasizing the significance of the game amidst the countdown to the regular season opener and the Padres' game in Korea. He provides details of the lineups for both teams and encourages audience engagement via phone calls and social media.  Braden then takes a call from Chance, who shares his observations from Peoria, Arizona, regarding the focused demeanor of the Padres players during spring training. Chance highlights the team's commitment to improvement and camaraderie under new manager Mike Schilt, contrasting it with the previous season's lackluster performance. Braden agrees with Chance's assessment and stresses the importance of learning from past failures to achieve success.  Acknowledging the change in atmosphere within the Padres organization, Braden commends the players for their dedication and initiative in preparing for the upcoming season. He attributes the shift in mindset to a combination of coaching influence, player leadership, and the desire to redeem themselves after a disappointing previous season.  Braden concludes the segment by expressing optimism for the Padres' prospects in the upcoming season, despite external skepticism, and invites listeners to stay tuned for further discussions on San Diego State Aztec basketball and March Madness.  Segment 2 of Hour 2 of the Braden Surprenant Show begins with Braden welcoming listeners and previewing the Padres game against the Angels. He encourages audience engagement on social media platforms and provides updates on San Diego State Aztec basketball.  Braden reflects on San Diego State's recent loss to Boise State and discusses the team's disappointing fifth-place finish in the Mountain West Conference. Despite the setback, he believes the Aztecs still have the potential to make a run in the NCAA tournament, highlighting their talent and the wide-open nature of college basketball this season.  Braden analyzes potential matchups for San Diego State in the NCAA tournament according to Joe Lunardi's bracketology, expressing optimism about the team's chances to advance, particularly if they secure a spot in the West region.  He emphasizes the importance of the upcoming Mountain West Tournament for San Diego State's seeding and discusses various scenarios for the team's postseason trajectory.  Braden concludes the segment by previewing the week ahead in college basketball and teasing a discussion on Nick Saban's recent remarks about the future of college athletics, hinting at potential implications for the sports landscape.  In the final segment of the show, Braden reflects on the recent time change and the longer daylight hours. He previews the upcoming Padres game and expresses excitement for spring and March Madness.  Braden takes a call from Ed in Escondido, who shares his thoughts on the Aztecs' potential in the NCAA tournament. They discuss the team's athleticism and areas for improvement, such as shooting and layups.  Braden then discusses a recent ESPN article featuring Nick Saban, where Saban discusses his decision to retire and the changing attitudes among college athletes. Saban expresses disappointment in players' behavior after a loss, emphasizing the importance of winning and losing with class. He also notes a shift in players' priorities towards playing time and money, rather than personal and academic development.  Braden shares his thoughts on the evolving landscape of college athletics, particularly in light of recent changes such as name, image, and likeness (NIL) policies. He suggests that college sports are becoming more like professional sports and questions the future of amateurism in college athletics.  Braden concludes the segment by emphasizing the importance of the upcoming collective bargaining agreement between student-athletes and schools and expresses concern about the direction of college athletics.

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