In this episode, our Human Champion Profile is legendary, local, and Hall of Fame broadcaster Dan Lucy! Dan gave us the entire hour as we explored his journey from a military kid to a Patriot at Millard South High School in Omaha, Nebraska to the University of Missouri Journalism school. We talked about his experience as a sports director in Columbia and then in 1988 making the move to Springfield, Missouri’s KOLR 10 where he has set roots down ever since. Dan discussed how his favorite sport is ‘whatever is in season’ and how he has thoroughly enjoyed coaches in this area. He also stepped away from the studio and talked with us about his battle with cancer, his relationship with the Boys and Girls Club, and what he does when he is not working diligently to cover our local, state, and national sports.

Next week, it is that time of year again! I know, right? The Missouri State High School Activities Association Show-Me Showdowns will be at JQH Arena and new state champions will be crowned in basketball Classes 1-5. We will preview the upcoming Final Fours. Join us on Wednesday nights from 6:00-7:00pm on KWTO’s Jock 98.7FM.