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Central Lee's Breakout Season: Coach Swanson Debut and Playoff Push

Coach Swanson joins Round Guy Radio to recap Central Lee's 15–7 season, highlighting big wins over Fort Madison and West Burlington, balanced scoring, and senior leader Will Hayes' impact on the boards and offense.He discusses a rugged Super Conference schedule that prepared the Hawks for postseason play, key contributors across the roster, strong community support at Donaldson, and the upcoming district challenge at Iowa City-Regina.

Crusaders Survive 46-38 Thriller — Helige Praises Grit and Youth

Coach Hellige breaks down Holy Trinity's gritty 46-38 road win over Pekin, highlighting Lane Rung's star play, key free throws by Nathan Box, and the instant impact of transfer Graham Meredith.
The episode also spotlights young contributors Jack Ragar and Jay Ellison, the team's strong chemistry and depth, and previews the upcoming district final against Notre Dame next Tuesday at 7 p.m.

Playoff Preview: Notre Dame, West Burlington & Mid-Prairie Showdowns

On this episode of Round Guy Radio, host Dave and Coach Cody Van Fleet preview the second round of Southeast Iowa high school basketball playoffs, breaking down key matchups including Notre Dame vs Danville, West Burlington vs Central Lee, Mediapolis vs Mid‑Prairie, and Holy Trinity vs Pekin.Cody analyzes top players, team strengths, and upset potential, and the show also discusses broadcasting and streaming updates as Round Guy Radio moves more coverage to YouTube. Sponsored by Hinshaw Trailer Sales, Smithsburg Auto, the Packwood Locker, and the Cedar Rapids Titans Arena Football.

Hafely’s 35 Powers Keota to 78-48 First-Round Rout

Coach Stout recaps Keota’s 78-48 first-round victory over Twin Cedars, spotlighting Chase Safely’s 35 points (including six 3s), a stingy full-court press that created 20 turnovers, and solid contributions from the whole roster.He previews a tough second-round road matchup at Hillcrest, noting key opposing players to contain and saying ball security and rebounding will be the deciding factors.

Falcons Rally to Win 63-43: Marlowe Praises Second-Half Defense

Coach Marlowe and the West Burlington Falcons advanced with a 63-43 first-round win over Cardinal Veldin after tightening up their defense in the second half. Kasem Brown (17), Aiden Figueroa (16) and Silas Lotzow (15) led the scoring as the team relied on rebounding, hustle and versatile play.
Looking ahead, the Falcons travel to face Central in round two — a tough, well-coached opponent with strong rebounding and a raucous home crowd. Coach Marlow emphasizes execution and doing the little things to win.

Sigourney Savages Roll Past Bolton-Udell — Coach Eslick Breaks Down the Win

Coach Will Eslick recaps Sigourney's decisive district win over Bolton-Udell, featuring a huge first-half from Solon Yates and balanced contributions from the starters and bench. The team protected its home court, finished the game healthy, and enjoyed strong depth and execution.Eslick previews a challenging district semifinal at Montezuma on Thursday at 7:00 PM, highlighting Montezuma's star player Bolton and his supporting cast. He reflects on an 18-win season, a strong 11–1 home record, and the leadership of the seniors as the team prepares for the next step.

Crusaders Hold On: Holy Trinity Edges Waco 66-50

Today's episode, brought to you by Henshaw Trader Sales, the Packwood Locker, and Smithburg Auto, features Coach Hellge of Holy Trinity discussing a 66–50 win over Waco, highlighting a balanced scoring effort led by Jack Ragar and key contributions off the bench.
Coach Hellge previews Thursday's road matchup at Pekin, talks about scouting an athletic, well‑coached Panthers team, and outlines what the Crusaders need to do to keep advancing through the district and sub‑state rounds.

Bloodhounds vs. Keokuk: Playoff Showdown After Nolan's 51-Point Night

Coach Wilson previews Fort Madison's postseason draw against Lee County rival Keokuk, recaps Nolan Guzman's 51-point performance, and outlines a tune-up at Atumwa with a heavy emphasis on tightening the defense and staying healthy.He highlights the expected impact of Darius Foy and contributors like Lucas Helmick, Jonah Tackett, Aurelio Wakindi and Zeke Groves, discusses Keokuk's strengths, and sets the stage for a heated rivalry game under postseason pressure.

Pekin Panthers Roll Past Seymour 79-43 — Coach Swanson Breaks It Down

Coach Swanson and Round Guy Radio recap Pekin's dominant first-round playoff win over Seymour, a 79-43 victory highlighted by Cole Milliken's 25 points and strong contributions from Nolan Glick and the bench. The home crowd and defensive intensity set the tone for the blowout.The episode also previews Pekin's upcoming matchup with Holy Trinity, discusses lineup changes and bench impact, and highlights the team's focus on consistency and finishing the season strong.

Tailgate Talk: Cedar Rapids Titans Players Reveal Their Journeys

Round Guy Radio hosts a tailgate at the Cedar Rapids Titans vs. Midwest Raptors game, featuring interviews with Titans players about their high school and college roots, the winding paths to arena football, and what they’ll bring to the field.Players talk leadership, training, hometown pride, game-day energy and celebrations, plus a call to fans to pack the house and support the team.