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WIDL 92.1 FM — Game of the Week Replay: Reese Rockets vs. Marlette - Week 5

WIDL 92.1 FM — Game of the Week Replay: Reese Rockets roll past Marlette on Homecoming | September 26, 2025
Announcers: Scott Bolsby & Landyn Schott
The WIDL crew was under the Friday night lights in Reese as the Rockets stormed back from an early deficit to knock off Marlette 28-14 and cap Homecoming with a statement win.
After the Red Raiders opened the second quarter with a 1-yard touchdown from Adam Wilcox, senior Deegan Carter exploded for three long scoring runs — 69, 34 and 64 yards — to lead Reese to its third victory of the season. Carter finished the night with 184 rushing yards on just eight carries, three touchdowns, six tackles and an interception. Quarterback Steele Stricker added a 32-yard touchdown strike to Carson Soper, while Emma Fisher was crowned homecoming queen during halftime festivities.
Marlette’s Owen Anderson carried 23 times for 127 yards, Payne Degelbeck added 75 yards and a late touchdown, and Trey Lester completed all three of his pass attempts. But the big plays from Carter proved too much to overcome as Reese stayed in the Big Thumb White Division title hunt.

Let's Talk Sports 2.0 Season 1 Episode 5

WIDL 92.1 FM — “Let’s Talk Sports” with Scott Bolsby & Landyn Schott | October 10, 2025
It was rivalry night across the Thumb as Scott Bolsby and Landyn Schott kicked off Let’s Talk Sports live from Kingston’s Rea Field ahead of the Game of the Week between the unbeaten Kingston Cardinals and Deckerville Eagles. The pair opened the show recapping Cass City’s dominant win over Caro in the M-81 Rivalry, spotlighting Preston Dorland’s four-touchdown performance and Cass City’s defensive surge. They discussed playoff implications in the Big Thumb Conference, the looming Laker–Millington showdown, and Ugly’s bounce-back hopes after falling to Reese. The hosts also celebrated Violet Tetil of Caro and Norah Kiley of Kingston for breaking school cross-country records, mixed in some humor with “Bird Facts of the Week,” and previewed upcoming conference races. The episode wrapped with full pregame coverage for Kingston vs. Deckerville, complete with team stats, history, and sponsor shout-outs — setting the stage for WIDL’s Friday night football broadcast.
 
00:00–03:30 — Show open; live from Kingston Rea Field; preview of Kingston vs. Deckerville “Game of the Week”03:31–10:45 — Recap of Cass City vs. Caro M-81 Rivalry; Preston Dorland’s breakout, offensive stats, and defensive highlights10:46–14:15 — Discussion of Caro’s effort, Cass City’s line play, and defensive adjustments14:16–19:30 — Breakdown of Cass City’s season turnaround and upcoming schedule (Ubley, MLS)19:31–23:10 — Playoff picture talk — Laker, Millington, Cass City, and Division 7 district projections23:11–27:00 — Millington and Laker’s upcoming matchup; potential three-way conference title split27:01–31:15 — Overview of Reese’s upset win over Ubley and conference title implications31:16–33:40 — Commercial break (Ashley Home Store, Midnight Madness, Crain’s L&M, Thumb Meat Market, etc.)33:41–37:10 — Violet Tetil and Norah Kiley break cross-country program records; recognition segment37:11–40:45 — Bird Facts of the Week: Eagles and Cardinals trivia; comic banter between Scott & Landyn40:46–44:10 — Technical hiccups (Wi-Fi issues), local weather update, and live banter from Rea Field44:11–49:20 — Recap of Big Thumb Conference Black and White Division games (Harbor Beach, Reese, USA, Vassar, Millington)49:21–54:00 — Laker vs. Millington pregame analysis; league title scenarios54:01–58:00 — Cass City’s blowout win update (69–14 over University Prep) with four defensive touchdowns58:01–1:02:30 — 8-player football rundown; Akron-Fairgrove, BC All Saints, Brown City, Kingston, and Deckerville results1:02:31–1:05:15 — Kingston vs. Deckerville full pregame preview: team stats, coaching history, player leaders1:05:16–1:08:59 — Red Wings/Pistons broadcast announcement; Michigan Wolverines upcoming game; closing comments before kickoff

WIDL 92.1 FM — Game of the Week Replay: Kingston Cardinals vs. Deckerville Eagles - Week 7

WIDL 92.1 FM Game of the Week Recap — Kingston vs. Deckerville🎙 Broadcast team: Scott Bolsby & Landyn Schott
In a clash of unbeaten rivals, the Deckerville Eagles edged out the Kingston Cardinals 22-14 Friday night at Rea Field to secure at least a share of the Big Thumb Conference Blue Division title.
Kingston fell behind early as Deckerville capitalized on penalties and missed opportunities, taking a 15-0 halftime lead. The Cardinals mounted a strong second-half comeback behind senior quarterback Tanner James, who threw for 82 yards and two touchdowns — one each to Peyton Harrington and Nick Cummings — but time ran out on their rally.
Cummings also led Kingston’s defense with 12 total tackles, while Harrington added six and contributed 57 receiving yards. Despite the loss, head coach Eric Hartsell praised his seniors and emphasized the team’s playoff focus, saying:
“This doesn’t define our season. There’s still a whole lot of football left, and we’re going to fix our mistakes and move forward.”
The Cardinals (6-1, 5-1) travel to Dryden this Friday before wrapping up the regular season at home against Marion.

Let's Talk Sports 2.0 Season 1 Episode 4

WIDL 92.1 FM — “Let’s Talk Sports” with Scott Bolsby & Landyn Schott | October 3, 2025
Scott and Landyn kick off Week 6 with news that Let’s Talk Sports is now on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon, then dive into a Reese homecoming win over Marlette (28–14) headlined by Deacon Carter’s burst plays (TDs of 69, 64 and 34 yards) and a stout Rockets defense. They recap Marlette’s ground game (Owen Anderson, Payne Diegelback), outline tough slates ahead for Reese (Ubley, Harbor Beach, MLS, Sandusky) and Ubley (Reese, USA, Cass City, Clinton), and preview the M-81 Rivalry (Cass City vs. Caro) with a focus on Cass City’s pass defense and Caro QB Mason Henry. Around the Thumb: BWAC and BTC scoreboards, Cass City’s 41–7 win (Athlete of the Week Gavin Franzel: 3-yd TD + scoop-and-score), Kingston 48–20 over Brown City, Deckerville 58–14 over Mayville, Capac 72–58 over Dryden, and Bad Axe over Memphis. They wrap with weekend notes on Michigan football, Detroit Lions, and a community plug for the Tuscola County Pumpkin Festival—plus the usual quips, “word of the day,” and banter.
 
00:00–01:45 — Show open; Week 6 setup; podcast now on Spotify/Apple/Amazon
01:46–07:30 — Reese 28, Marlette 14: Carter’s long TDs, Reese defensive leaders; Marlette’s Anderson/Diegelback
07:31–10:45 — What the win/loss means next: Reese’s path (Ubley, HB, MLS, Sandusky); Ubley’s stretch (Reese, USA, Cass City, Clinton)
10:46–14:10 — M-81 Rivalry preview (Cass City–Caro): Cass City pass D vs. Mason Henry; WR Jackson Stephens; why this year could be tighter
14:11–16:10 — Sponsors/housekeeping; pregame & kickoff times; homecoming mentions
16:11–20:40 — Scoreboard run: BWAC (Almont, Richmond); BTC Black (Harbor Beach 52–6 USA; Reese 28–14 Marlette; Ubley 36–22 Vassar); BTC White (Cass City 41–7 Sandusky — Gavin Franzel scoop-and-score + 3-yd TD)
20:41–23:30 — Eight-player roundup (BTC Blue/Red): Kingston 48–20 Brown City; Deckerville 58–14 Mayville; Capac 72–58 Dryden; Bad Axe over Memphis; Caseville, North Huron, Peck, BC All Saints updates
23:31–26:00 — Millington/Caro/Millington turnover talk; what it suggests for Cass City–Caro; Buchanan, Laker, Harbor Beach on Millington’s horizon
26:01–27:30 — Weekend slate: Michigan vs. Wisconsin (noon); Lions at Bengals (4:25); quick takes
27:31–28:30 — Community note: Tuscola County Pumpkin Festival; closing banter & toss to Game of the Week pregame
 

Let's Talk Sports 2.0 Season 1 Episode 3

WIDL 92.1 FM — “Let’s Talk Sports” with Scott Bolsby & Landyn Schott | September 30, 2025
Scott Bolsby and Landyn Schott recapped one of the wildest Friday nights of the fall, headlined by USA’s 24-22 Sugar Bowl win over Reese and Cass City’s overtime upset of Millington. They broke down Brady Green’s 40-carry, 250-yard night, praised USA’s senior leadership, and previewed a huge Harbor Beach vs. USA showdown. The duo analyzed Cass City’s historic field-goal victory, the first over Millington in program history, and explored playoff implications across the Big Thumb Conference, including Laker’s rise and a potential three-way tie. As always, listeners got the humor and chaos of Let’s Talk Sports — from “rub-my-back-weird” analogies to Mickey Mouse impressions — plus rundowns of eight-player matchups, the Lions, Tigers, and a look ahead to Week 5 action.
 
**00:00–02:45 ** Show open — Recapping an unpredictable night in Thumb football; setup for Cass City and USA wins
**02:46–07:30 ** Cass City’s thrilling OT victory over Millington (17-14) — walk-off field goal by Brody Schaff; first ever win vs. Millington
**07:31–14:30 ** Game of the Week — 32nd Annual Sugar Bowl recap: USA 24, Reese 22; Brady Green runs 40 times for 250 yards and 2 TDs; analysis of USA’s seniors and resilience
**14:31–19:40 ** Player spotlight — Brady Green’s season stats (105 carries, 633 yards, 7 TDs, no fumbles); discussion of running style and comparisons to NFL backs
**19:41–25:20 ** Reese’s performance — Kari Messing, Bo Rasmussen TD run, Steel Stricker ground TD; USA defensive standouts (Maddox Nitz, DJ Harrison)
**25:21–28:45 ** Harbor Beach preview — Caden Buchholz QB spotlight, USA’s mental growth and belief in itself, coach quotes on confidence
**28:46–33:30 ** Harbor Beach dominance and Sugar Bowl meaning to USA/Reese communities; booth story about Reese coaches celebrating
**33:31–36:20 ** Show banter segment — Landon’s analogies, word of the day (“anomaly”), and Scott’s jokes on vocabulary
**36:21–39:00 ** “Red Hawk Squawk” mention — Scott guest appearance and Landon’s family stories off the rails segment
**39:01–46:45 ** Cass City recap — Coach Scott Cuthrell’s birthday win; respect between programs; turnovers and defensive keys
**46:46–51:00 ** Millington turnovers and reaction from Coach Lenny Dantina; Cass City sophomore QB Preston Dorland’s poise
**51:01–56:10 ** Playoff talk — Division 7 and 8 map-ology via Snooze 2 You; possible Cass City–Millington rematch and Sugar Bowl Round 2
**56:11–59:45 ** Eight-player recap — Deckerville over Brown City, Kingston 68–6 over Mayville, Capac, Dryden, and BC All Saints scores
**59:46–1:04:00 ** BWAC update — Cros-Lex upsets North Branch 48–7; preview of Marlette–Reese Game of the Week
**1:04:01–1:08:00 ** Lions, Michigan, and Tigers segments; Tigers playoff chances and Red Wings note
**1:08:01–1:11:45 ** Weekend cross-country preview at Wagner Park (Harbor Beach); upcoming college football (CMU vs. EMU, WMU rivalry)
**1:11:46–1:15:00 ** Closing banter — Parents Weekend at Central Michigan; Moms and dads shout-out; Max Crosby and Antonio Brown mentions
**1:15:01–1:17:30 ** Preview of next broadcast: Reese vs. Marlette (Game of the Week); Cass City home game teaser for following week; sign-off

Let's Talk Sports 2.0 Season 1 Episode 2

WIDL 92.1 FM — “Let’s Talk Sports” with Scott Bolsby & Landyn Schott | September 23, 2025
Scott Bolsby and Landyn Schott battled through mic mishaps and lingering colds to deliver a full, off-the-rails Friday edition ahead of the 32nd Annual Sugar Bowl between USA and Reese. The hosts opened with lightning-delayed soccer coverage, updates on Owendale-Gagetown’s six-player football, and a deep dive into Millington’s 55-20 win over Sandusky, highlighted by Drake Terwilliger’s three TDs and quarterback Garrett Woodward’s dual interceptions. They previewed Cass City vs. Millington, debated playoff paths for Laker, Harbor Beach and Ugly, and mixed in vintage Scotty & Shoddy banter—from “word of the day” segments to a spirited Mary Poppins vs. Willy Wonka debate. The show closed with full Sugar Bowl and Lions previews, plus Tigers and college football weekend lineups—all before heading out for kickoff on WIDL 92.1 FM’s Game of the Week.
 
00:00–02:45 — Show open; Scott’s recovery; mic setup chaos; banter about staying home sick and covering games
02:46–07:30 — Cass City soccer vs. Bad Axe lightning delay; discussion on strong Bad Axe soccer program
07:31–10:15 — Update on Owendale-Gagetown six-player football; scrimmage schedule with Caseville & CPS
10:16–13:00 — Booth story from Millington–Sandusky Game of the Week; heat, chili, and “Lost and Found Cohen” segment
13:01–16:30 — “Word of the Day” bit + Vince Vaughn/Wedding Crashers tangent and college banter
16:31–27:30 — Millington 55–20 Sandusky recap; Drake Terwilliger (3 TDs) + Logan Myers (2 TDs) stats; Betts–Tovar connection for Sandusky
27:31–31:10 — Analysis of Millington’s defense; Garrett Woodward’s 117-yd, 2-TD night and 2 INTs defensively
31:11–33:00 — Millington’s playoff trajectory; Cass City preview and series history (2021 postseason classic revisited)
33:01–35:45 — TikTok, catchphrases (“six-seven”), and generational humor segment
35:46–40:45 — Cass City at Millington preview; Millington’s remaining schedule (Laker, Leslie, Harbor Beach) and upset predictions
40:46–45:15 — Break banter and “Scotty & Shoddy” branding chat; show setup and wireless mic jokes
45:16–48:30 — Sugar Bowl preview (USA vs. Reese); team records and Charlevoix tie-in analysis
48:31–53:20 — Booth food stories (chili in 90-degree heat); pregame rituals and pregame meal talk
53:21–56:10 — Cross country anecdotes and “vomit at the finish line” stories; Mary Poppins vs. Willy Wonka debate
56:11–1:00:40 — Area scoreboard preview: Harbor Beach–Vassar, Marlette–Ubley, Caro–Laker, Sandusky–Burton Bendle
1:00:41–1:04:30 — Eight-player roundup: Brown City vs. Deckerville, Kingston vs. Mayville, AFG vs. CPS, Bad Axe vs. Capac
1:04:31–1:09:10 — TSA awards committee talk; inside stories on Player of the Year voting and Tom Green “leak” incident
1:09:11–1:13:00 — Local coverage plans and Aaron Lee assignments; Caro win recap and photo plugs
1:13:01–1:16:30 — Stat updates: AFG, Peck, Brown City, Deckerville, Kingston, Mayville (Tyrus Davidson & Nick Cummings spotlight)
1:16:31–1:20:00 — Reese (Deacon Carter) and USA (Brady Green) season stats and tonight’s Sugar Bowl star matchup
1:20:01–1:23:45 — Cass City reaction to Laker loss; offensive line analysis and future talent discussion (Preston Dorland, Cole Watts)
1:23:46–1:26:00 — Detroit University Prep and Ugly previews; remaining Cass City schedule and playoff outlook
1:26:01–1:28:15 — Lions, Michigan, and Tigers weekend sports schedule; Landon’s “reverse psychology” Lions prediction
1:28:16–End — Show close; Sugar Bowl reminder; kickoff info and music send-off

Let's Talk Sports 2.0 Season 1 Episode 1

WIDL 92.1 FM — “Let’s Talk Sports” with Scott Bolsby & Landyn Schott | September 13, 2025
Scott Bolsby and Landyn Schott roll into Week 3 with a packed Friday show: a detailed Caro–USA breakdown (why the Tigers looked markedly improved, plus USA’s rotating backfield and Brady Green’s 3-TD night), Marlette homecoming vs. USA, Sugar Bowl (Reese–USA) talk, and a rivalry-heavy preview featuring Cass City–Laker and Harbor Beach–Ubly. They map Caro’s trip to East China Stadium to face Marine City Cardinal Mooney, chew on office over/unders, and hit a full scoreboard/preview run for both 11- and 8-player. Bonus: volleyball shout-outs (North Branch, Cass City), what’s airing all weekend on 92.1 (Tigers, Michigan–CMU, Lions–Bears), and where to stream tonight’s Game of the Week: Millington vs. Sandusky.
 
00:00–02:05 — Show open; Thumb slate overview; early 8-player Bed Axe–Deckerville note (moved up for officiating).02:06–07:45 — Game of the Week recap: USA 20, Caro 6 — improved Tigers under Coach Love; injuries/cramping (Aiden Savage); Caro led/close at half; physical line play.07:46–10:40 — USA’s backfield rotation strategy; QB stays fresh; Brady Green: 3 rushing TD (≈80 yds) and goal-line role.10:41–13:30 — Marlette homecoming vs. USA preview; trenches talk (big Red Raiders front); “spoil the party” vibes.13:31–17:25 — Caro next up: at Marine City Cardinal Mooney (Sat., 1 p.m., East China Stadium); Mooney’s early-season scoring woes; why Caro can get to 2–1.17:26–20:30 — The brutal Caro stretch ahead (Laker, Millington, Cass City, Sandusky) and the M-81 rivalry drought context.20:31–23:20 — Sugar Bowl tease (Reese–USA next week): both could be 2–1; office O/U chatter; “it always rains at USA” lore.23:21–27:10 — Rivalry focus: Cass City–Laker — history, “cake eaters” story, smash-mouth expectations; picks lean Cass City by double digits; players to watch (Riker Wallace, QB Preston Dorland).27:11–31:20 — Scoreboard rundown from last week: Sandusky–Marlette, Cass City–Hemlock, Laker–Vassar, Millington–Standish-Sterling, Reese–Our Lady, Ubly–Clarkston Everest, plus 8-player blowouts.31:21–34:10 — Harbor Beach–Ubly preview — repeat running-clock potential; Buchholz’s bowling-ball running style.34:11–37:00 — Reese–Vassar preview — forecast: low-scoring grinder; venue/wind factors; league (Black) opens.37:01–39:10 — BWAC check-in: Imlay City–North Branch; Cros-Lex ahead; North Branch’s bounce-back vs. Algonac.39:11–41:55 — Tonight’s GOW: Millington–Sandusky — last year’s 28 allowed by Millington context; why this matchup intrigues.41:56–44:20 — Streaming/how to listen: 92.1 FM, classicrocki92.com redirect, TuneIn search tips.44:21–46:35 — Volleyball shout-outs: North Branch 14–0 (D2 No. 3); Cass City coach Regan Gambarsky’s first home win (3–1 vs. Reese).46:36–49:15 — Pro/college on 92.1: Tigers @ Marlins tonight (after GOW), Michigan–CMU Sat. noon, Lions–Bears Sun. 1 p.m.49:16–52:00 — Lions talk: Bears matchup, Hutchinson stat chatter, Ford Field advantage, Ben Johnson return boos.52:01–54:50 — More local previews: USA–Marlette, Harbor Beach–Ubly, Reese–Vassar; reminder to send scores.54:51–57:20 — 8-player tonight: Capac–Brown City, Memphis–Kingston, Dryden–Mayville, Peck–Caseville, AFG–CPS; Kingston/Bad Axe notes.57:21–1:00:00 — Cross-country quick hits; Norah Kiley (Kingston) first varsity win; “rivalries then vs. now” social-media angle.1:00:01–1:02:20 — Thumb Sports Writers Association plugs; fall awards cadence; who’s covering where tonight.1:02:21–End — Wrap: GOW timing — 6:30 pregame (MHSAA “This Week in HS Sports” before), 7:00 kickoff; final reminders and sign-off.