Aaron Coleman

Aaron has been working with RCRG since August of 2008 covering various news and sporting events. He graduated in 2003 from St. Vincent-St. Mary High School in Akron. He then went onto the University of Akron in May of 2008 with a degree in Radio/TV & Media Productions and a minor in Psychology. It was at WZIP & ZTV where Aaron developed a passion for radio especially Sports Radio. While attending the University of Akron you could hear Aaron on Sundays doing the "Sports Power Talk" program. Aaron covers City Hall, County Council and Akron School Board beats and handles traffic updates weekday afternoons on 1590 WAKR, 97.5 WONE and 94.9 WQMX. You can contact Aaron through the newsroom 330-864-6397 or email acoleman@rcrg.net

Thursday, 26 September 2019 15:25

Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 9.26.19

On the Thursday edition of the Jasen Sokol Show Podcast:

Dr. Karl Kaltenthaler from the University of Akron discusses U.S./ Ukraine relations and whistleblower allegations.

Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse has completed it's two year transformation. The Grand Opening celebration is Saturday. Jasen talked to to Nick Barlage about the changes.

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Thursday, 26 September 2019 12:02

Student Athletes of the Week: Karley Devaney and Carter McCollum

This week our 1590 WAKR Female Student Athlete of the Week is Karly Devaney, a senior golfer from Springfield High School.

She says that she got into golf from her father and grandfather and that she enjoys working with her coaches and teammates.

“You definitely get very close to them, especially with golf and practice probably every day, and with Coach (Kevin) Hanna, it’s cool just because I’ve had him as a teacher and now as a coach, I can go to him whether it’s for golf or for school,” she explained.

Devaney is a two-sport athlete competing in both golf and softball for the Spartans.

She says the atmosphere is what keeps things going at Springfield and the whole community is supportive of her and her fellow students who compete in sports.

“You get so close to so many people and there’s underclassmen that I probably wouldn’t know if it wasn’t for my sports, and a lot of them have become my best friends,” she said.

Coach Kevin Hanna says that Karly is the model student athlete ambassador.

“She has been a leader on the team to our younger players and a great example of what hard work will do for a person in the classroom and on the golf course,” he explained.

“She is a 4 year letter winner and in those 4 years the team has a record of 48 wins to 15 losses and she has earned two 1st team PTC honors.”

In the community, she volunteers at a local food pantry and at school, she is a peer tutor and secretary of the National Honor Society.

Upon graduation in the spring, Karly plans on attending Geneva College to study biomedical engineering and forensics.

Our next Male Student Athlete of the Week is Carter McCollum a senior cross country runner from Springfield High School.

Carter is a four year varsity letterman in cross country, track, and indoor track, leading his team to the state regionals in cross country as a junior as well as going to regionals in track in the 1600 meter race.

He says the most enjoyable part about being with his teammates is the fact that they push each other and make each other better.

His coach Kevin Gorby says that dedication is there day in and day our for McCollum.

“Carter is one of the most dedicated runnersI have coached at Akron Springfield,” he says. “Carter is a great role model for our younger runners and has always done whatever is needed to make our team great!”

Away from the trails, Carter is a member of DECA and helped set up and volunteer for Community Race as well as serve as a counselor for Cross Country at the middle school camp.

Upon graduation in the spring, Carter plans to attend Youngstown State University to study Business and Marketing.

We wish Karly and Carter all the best in their future endeavors.

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Tuesday, 24 September 2019 17:18

Sam and Brad Show Podcast 9.24.19

For the Sam and Brad Show Podcast:

Bob Stoops former Oklahoma Coach on his book "No Excuses: The Making of a Head Coach" talking life and football.

Former NFL DB and current broadcaster Solomon Wilcots from CBS Sports and Sirius XM Radio discussed the NFL and the Browns

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Tuesday, 24 September 2019 15:13

Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 9.24.19

On the Tuesday edition of the Jasen Sokol Show Podcast:

Secretary of State Frank LaRose on Ohio voter registration.

Zac Jackson's new book: 100 Things Browns Fans Should Know and Do Before They Die.

People of Akron: Keith Johnston: using running to maintain mental health and recovery.

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Monday, 23 September 2019 17:21

Sam and Brad Show Podcast 9.23.19

On the Monday edition of the Sam and Brad Show:

Sam and Brad spoke with callers including Bart in Massillon who weighed in on the Browns loss.

Sam and Brad spoke with Doug Dieken of the Cleveland Browns Radio Network on what needs to happen for the Browns to get on the winning track.

Steve Doerschuk spoke with the guys to talk about the working relationship between head coach Freddie Kitchens and offensive coordinator Todd Monken.

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Thursday, 19 September 2019 16:18

Sam and Brad Show Podcast 9.19.19

On the Three Question Thursday edition of the Sam and Brad Show Podcast: Part I

Sam and Brad discussed the Indians as they get closer to the regular season and try to make a playoff push.

The guys made their NFL Picks as well.

For Part II of the podcast:

Sam and Brad also did their "Pick Six" picking against the spread in college and pro football for entertainment purposes only.

Ross Benjamin picked against the spread in college and pro football for entertainment purposes only.

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Thursday, 19 September 2019 14:17

WAKR Student Athletes of the Week Ben Lahoski and Sarah Abood.

This week our 1590 WAKR Male Student Athlete of the Week is senior football player Ben Lahoski from Woodridge High School.

Ben says football has always been a family thing for him growing up and all the way into his senior season.

“My grandpa played, my dad played, and it’s just always been a part of me,” he said.

Ben’s coach Jeff Decker says that he is one of the smartest players he’s ever been around.

"He is an outright team leader,” Decker explained.

“All of the kids look to him, and he’s the hardest worker and he knows every position on offense and defense if we asked him to play it.”

Ben plays linebacker on defense and serves as a running back on offense.

He’s a two-sport athlete playing both football and basketball at Woodridge. One of the unique aspects is playing on Lahoski Field, named after his grandfather.

Away from the field, he’s a member of the National Honor Society and is active in the community as well.

Upon graduation in the spring, Ben is undecided on where he is going to school, but plans on majoring in Business.

Our next Female Student Athlete of the Week is Sarah Abood, a junior volleyball player from Woodridge High School.

She says that she got the love for volleyball in middle school and stuck with it ever since.

“i originally got it from my grade school at IHM (Immaculate Heart of Mary in Cuyahoga Falls), and we started out with CYO and then I got into travel volleyball and tried out for the high school team," she said.

Her coach Katie Cicione says that Sarah is a true leader both on and off the court.

“Sarah is one of the most hard working athletes that we have within our program,” she says.

“Every day she strives to be the best version of herself possible for her teammates, constantly asking questions and always the first person one of our underclassmen go to.”

Among her many activities and clubs s, one of the most notable is the Woodridge Athlete Leadership Council.

She says that the number of athletes encouraging and helping one another is critical to success on and away from the playing field.

“I enjoy being a part of that club, it pushes me to be a better leader every day," she explained.

We wish Ben and Sarah all the best in their future endeavors.

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Tuesday, 17 September 2019 16:37

Sam and Brad Show Podcast 9.17.19

On the Tuesday edition of the Sam and Brad Show Podcast:

Former NFL Player Bryant McFadden from CBS Sports / CBS Sports HQ joined the show to speak about the NFL and Browns.

The guys also weighed in on the Cleveland Indians and the Jason Kipnis injury.

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Tuesday, 17 September 2019 15:18

Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 9.17.19

On the Tuesday edition of the Jasen Sokol Show Podcast:

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine discusses the opioid settlement.

This week's People of Akron features Jeff Drummond, Pickleball athlete and enthusiast.

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Monday, 16 September 2019 17:21

Sam and Brad Show Podcast 9.16.19

On the Monday edition of the Sam and Brad Show Podcast LIVE from the JACK Thistledown Racino.

Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal and former Browns linebacker D’Qwell Jackson joined Sammy B and Brad Russell ahead of the Monday night game tonight between the Browns and the New York Jets.