Welcome to The Matthew Paris Show. Matthew will talk about what is happening in the world of sports. From Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Matthew Paris covers it all. We talk about athletes, sports executives, and the business side of sports. You won't want to miss it.
We have opening day for Major League Baseball. Wo won and who made the most impact? Matthew breaks down the players who really stood out on opening day. Cam Smith for the Houston Astros did very well for his opening day after an emotional time when he found out that he made the roster for the Astros. Matthew explains it. We also have an emotional ceremony for the Seattle Mariners opening day and the Washington Nationals pitcher sets a record. Matthew talks briefly about the NCAA Basketball Tournament. It's March Madness time and we're getting closer to the Final Four for Men's basketball in San Antonio. The Elite Eight is about secure with more games today. Texas Tech Red Raiders came from behind from 16 points to defeat Arkansas in a wild overtime finish. All this and more on The Matthew Paris Show.
In this episode, Matthew talks about the ins and outs of college recruiting. In the old days, it would be that a student-athlete played for a school and their parents would do the recruiting. However, a coach would go and call the college and try to get a recruiter out there to their school to have them match the student-athlete. Things have changed a little bit in modern times. A lot of athletes will go and create an online profile showcasing their highlight videos and stats. Matthew breaks down all the recruiting offers. Matthew also talks about the top ranking school for college football recruiting. The University of Texas Longhorns has the number 1 recruiting class, but what about the other top 50? All this and more on The Matthew Paris Show.
We take a look back at some of the greatest sports films that have graced the screens. We first start with "Hoosiers". A classic that was released in 1986 and starring the late Gene Hackman as Norman Dale. It's based on the Milan team of 1954. Against all odds, the team would play for the 1954 Indiana State Basketball Championship. The team would end up winning and Matthew talks about the production of the film. The second film Matthew talks about is "The Natural", which saw its release in 1984. It is based on a book and the film stars Robert Redford as Roy Hobbs. An athlete with a natural ability to being great at baseball. The film would be nominated for four Oscars. Matthew also talks about the two endings from the film and the book. The third film that Matthew talks about is "Field of Dreams", which was released in 1989. The film stars Kevin Costner who hears a voice in his cornfield and builds a baseball field on his land. The movie is a classic and has a lasting impact on Major League Baseball.
Matthew Paris breaks down the men's and women's college basketball. It's tournament time. Who will get into the NCAA tournament for men and women's basketball? USC Juju Watkins made history a few nights ago, setting a record and passing Caitlin Clark. Matthew breaks down the SEC Championship game in women's basketball with Texas and South Carolina. South Carolina is strong and could be in great contention for the Final Four. Other women's basketball teams that could upset them is Texas, USC, and possibly Notre Dame. However, the Irish have taken a sort of turn on the women's team. Which team will make it to the men's Final Four. Texas Tech is a dark horse, however, they are doing well in the Big 12 Tournament. Does the Houston Cougars have a shot at getting to the Final Four and bringing home the title? Matthew Paris breaks it down. All this and more on The Matthew Paris Show.
In this episode, Matthew talks about the MLB. Major League Baseball is in full force in spring training. Matthew gives us an update on the New York Yankees, Pittsburgh Pirates, and could the city of Pittsburgh be getting a new stadium? Matthew provides the details. Out of the Houston Astros World Series team, the only player to really be left remaining is Jose Altuve. Altuve has been playing left and the Astros new park went from Minute Maid to Daikin Park. The Astros Foundation will also provide scholarship funds to local Houston high school graduates. Matthew also gives us an update on the NFL. Did Bill Belichick try and get a "Hard Knocks" tv show to film for the University of North Carolina? It looks like it won't happen because of NFL Films. Matthew also talks about the passing of legendary actor Gene Hackman. Hackman played coach Norman Dale in "Hoosiers" and coach Jimmy McGinty in "The Replacements." Both great films about sports. All this and more on The Matthew Paris Show.