On this episode, one of America’s favorite and most respected sportscasters joins the guys and begins by sharing his thoughts about the upcoming final season of Inside the NBA, as well as a hilarious story involving Charles Barkley. EJ then opens up about his days as a walk-on first baseman for the Georgia Bulldogs, his experience being cut his sophomore year, and his thoughts on the current state of youth sports. In addition, EJ will inspire and challenge you as he shares his experience as a father of six, on “blackberry moments,” and on the things that matter most in life. You will enjoy this episode and we hope you share it with others.
A few highlights:
- Ernie harping on the fact that he has been successful because he was always true to himself – Be Yourself
- Inside the NBA Champions Club pranking Charles Barkley
- Juxtaposition of teamwork in the studio and on a sports team
- Ernie’s early baseball days of walking on at The University of Georgia as a freshman
- Ernie discusses feeling any pressure growing up because of who his dad was
- Early days at campus radio after being cut from baseball team
- Issues in youth sports then and now
- A few tips for today’s youth sports coaches and parents
- “Don’t kill my kids desire to play”
via: Pure Athlete
