HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, Ky. — Northern Kentucky Athletics and Longnecks Sports Grill have teamed up for the Norse Nation Basketball Coaches Show featuring head men's basketball coach
Darrin Horn and head women's basketball coach
Jeff Hans!
All shows run from 7-8 PM ET on both local radio and national streaming services, and will be hosted at Longnecks Sports Grill in Wilder, Kentucky.
We are thrilled to bring the coaches' show back to Northern Kentucky at a location that is central to our fanbase," said NKU Sports Properties General Manager J.T. Torbeck. "We are proud to expand upon our partnership with Longnecks Sports Grill, and appreciate their support of our student-athletes."
Longnecks Sports Grill is a family-friendly establishment located just five minutes from the Northern Kentucky University campus at 1009 Town Dr, Wilder, KY 41076, just off I-275.
"Longnecks is honored to be able to host the coaches' show this year and continue our longstanding relationship with NKU Athletics," said Longnecks' Chief Operations Officer Beth Buckler. "This collaboration reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting Norse Nation, and continuing to foster a strong connection with the NKU community. We are looking forward to celebrating with the passionate fans every week!"
Jim Kelch, the radio play-by-play voice of Norse basketball, returns for his 12th season hosting the Coaches Show. Kelch will handle the men's portion of the show, while Matt Sexton will host the women's segment. To go with interviews with both head coaches, the show will also feature live interviews with student-athletes during select shows.
Norse Nation can tune in to hear the show on ESPN 1530 for all nine shows.
2025-26 NORSE NATION COACHES SHOW SCHEDULE
Monday, November 17 - 7-8 PM ET
Monday, December 8 - 7-8 PM ET
Monday, January 5 - 7-8 PM ET
Monday, January 12 - 7-8 PM ET
Monday, January 19 - 7-8 PM ET
Monday, February 2 - 7-8 PM ET
Monday, February 9 - 7-8 PM ET
Monday, February 16 - 7-8 PM ET
Monday, February 23 - 7-8 PM ET
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