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Everything Orange | Mona McSharry (Swim & Dive)
Everything Orange
Published on 10/5/2023
Everything Orange
Published on 10/5/2023
Welcome back to another episode of the Everything Orange podcast, where we catch up with senior swimmer Mona McSharry. The Tokyo 2020 Olympian representing her home country of Ireland, found her way across the pond to Rocky Top because of one thing: Family. Listen to learn more about what life for Mona was like growing up in Sligo, Ireland, her biggest battle she's had to face during her swimming career, and what it means to be competing in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Featuring a special guest: her best buddy, pal and four legged friend, Luna McSharry!
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Joining the podcast this week: the FBS leader in rushing touchdowns! Junior running back Dylan Sampson — who has logged 10 rushing touchdowns through just four games this season — breaks down his outstanding performances so far, with a special emphasis on last week's win at No. 15 Oklahoma and a four-touchdown showing on his birthday. The Baton Rouge, Louisiana, native also talks about his "why" and recalls last summer's "trip of a lifetime" to Africa with the VOLeaders Academy.
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Published on 9/26/2024
This week Mac Midgley shares her thoughts on the Lady Vols' top-five win, the identity of Tennessee soccer, and the unforgettable summer trip that kicked off her 2024 season! The athlete you love to root for and the teammate everyone wants by their side. She's a fierce competitor who embodies the perfect blend of grit, heart, and humor.
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Published on 9/19/2024
Tennessee sent 32 current and former student-athletes to the 2024 Paris Olympics. On this week's episode we spotlight five of those athletes and their experience at the Games. Cierra Burdick (3x3 basketball, USA), Martin Espernberger (swimming, Austria), Javonya Valcourt (track, Bahamas), Brooklyn Douthwright (swimming, Canada), and Davonte Howell (track, Cayman Islands) reflect on what it was like to represent their countries on such a large stage, Olympic Ring tattoos, and of course, the viral chocolate muffins in the Olympic Village!
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Published on 9/12/2024
We're still buzzing from the Olympic Games this summer and excited to welcome to the podcast Tennessee Director of Swimming & Diving Matt Kredich! Seventeen (17!) Vol and Lady Vol swimmers qualified for Paris 2024 — second-most of any school. That group represented Rocky Top well, claiming two Olympic medals, breaking five national records and advancing to seven event finals. Kredich talks about the Olympic culture at Tennessee, his travels to Paris as a coach and cheerleader, and a touching tribute from one LVFL to his late son, Ben.
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Published on 9/5/2024
