Inside Furman Athletics

Inside Furman Athletics - Bob Richey (5-12-26)

Tue, 12 May 2026 10:35:37 -0500

In the final IFA of the athletic year, Bob Richey joins Dan again to update Paladin fans on new players, new coaches, and timelines for the summer. Plus, good stuff on different paths to bringing rosters together in the portal era. Check it out!

Inside Furman Athletics - Chad Byers (5-5-26)

Tue, 05 May 2026 10:02:07 -0500

This week on IFA, defensive coordinator Chad Byers joins Dan. Taking over for the departed Duane Vaughn, Chad talks about moving into the DC role, what his defense will look like, and how spring practice went. Plus, a fun recruiting story about Joshua Stoneking. Check it out!

Inside Furman Athletics - Gail Wallach (4-28-26)

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:56:21 -0500

This week on IFA, Dan is joined by women's lacrosse coach Gail Wallach. After losing a ton of experience last season, Wallach challenged her returners and newcomers with a ramped-up non-conference schedule. And after early growing pains, it paid off. The story, and preview of tonight's Big South tournament matchup with Radford, in this episode!

Inside Furman Athletics - Matt Davidson (4-21-26)

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:03:17 -0500

This week on IFA, men's golf coach Matt Davidson is Dan's guest. They talk about the challenges of scheduling, the mental aspect of golf, and what it will take to win next week's SoCon Tournament and gain the auto bit to the NCAAs.

Inside Furman Athletics - Michelle Dasso (4-14-26)

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:34:16 -0500

This week on IFA, we talk women's tennis with HC Michelle Dasso. With six freshmen and a junior on the roster, Furman finished the SoCon regular season undefeated and heads into this weekend's conference tournament as the No. 1 seed. How? Michelle tells us!

Inside Furman Athletics - Bob Richey (4-13-26)

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:36:52 -0500

Furman men's basketball coach Bob Richey joins Dan on a special edition of IFA. Paladin fans, take heart. Not only are things okay, they are exceptional. Coach talks navigating the current landscape of college athletics, and if Furman is poised for another great season. Spoiler alert: The answer is yes!

Inside Furman Athletics - Jason Donnelly (4-7-26)

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:31:11 -0500

This week on IFA, AD Jason Donnelly joins Dan to talk about NIL, the transfer portal, and Furman's place in an ever-changing landscape. Spoiler alert - Furman is actually in a really good spot. Check it out!

Inside Furman Athletics - Ben Vander Wal (3-24-26)

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:19:20 -0500

Fresh off Furman's exciting run to the NCAA Tournament, senior Ben Vander Wal joins IFA this week to talk about the season, his career, and his future. How did the Paladins hold things together during a regular season riddled with injuries? Get that answer and more this week!

Inside Furman Athletics - Clay Hendrix (3-17-26)

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:19:39 -0500

On this week's IFA, football coach Clay Hendrix joins Dan to talk about the offseason, coaching changes, spring practice, and more. All with the focus on getting better in preparation for the season opener on Aug. 29. Check it out!

Inside Furman Athletics - JJ Whitlinger (3-10-26)

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:07:23 -0500

This week on IFA, Furman men's tennis coach JJ Whitlinger sits down to talk about his young team's slow start to a very difficult non-conference schedule. But, he says, it's all designed to prepare his team for SoCon play. Check it out!

Inside Furman Athletics - Mary Beth Dennison (3-3-26)

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:13:34 -0500

This week on IFA, Mary Beth Dennison's first season as Furman's softball coach has been defined by one word - patience. A young team, a new coach and staff, all working to trust each other and the process. And while the results haven't come yet, the progress is - slowly, but it's coming.

Inside Furman Athletics - Logan Roberts (2-24-26)

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:21:34 -0500

This week on IFA, Furman cross country/track assistant coach/recruiting coordinator Logan Roberts drops by to talk about the upcoming SoCon Indoor Championships this weekend at VMI. What are the goals? Listen and find out?

Inside Furman Athletics - Jeff Hull (2-17-26)

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:26:52 -0500

This week on IFA we visit with Furman women's golf coach Jeff Hull. His young, talented team hits the spring season with the goal of another SoCon championship and trip to the NCAAs. How they do it each year is a testament to the strength of the program. Check it out!

Inside Furman Athletics - Jason Donnelly

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:46:52 -0500

On this week's IFA, Furman AD Jason Donnelly joins Dan Scott to talk basketball, NIL, revenue sharing, the Furman Hall of Fame, football scheduling, and much more. Check it out!

Inside Furman Athletics - Jason Donnelly (10-28-25)

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 11:41:50 -0500

This week on IFA, AD Jason Donnelly joins Dan Scott for his regular athletic department update. Included: Timmons opening, NCAA landscape and challenges for Furman, plus questions from fans. Enjoy!

Inside Furman Athletics - Bob Richey (10-14-25)

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 09:52:58 -0500

Furman basketball coach Bob Richey joins us on this week's IFA. Among the discussion topics: Renovated Timmons, the changing landscape of college athletics, and a look at this year's team and early schedule. Enjoy!

Inside Furman Athletics - Ben Vander Wal (10-7-25)

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 10:45:24 -0500

This week on IFA, senior basketball player Ben Vander Wal looks ahead to the upcoming season, back at his career so far, and takes a deep dive into leadership. Check it out!

Inside Furman Athletics - Jeff Hull (9-30-25)

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 10:26:36 -0500

This week on IFA, Furman women's golf coach Jeff Hull joins Dan Scott to talk about his team's outlook. A consistent performer on the national stage, Hull talks about keeping his program there through consistent recruiting and development. Fun conversation this week!

Inside Furman Athletics - Matt Davidson (9-23-25)

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 10:24:34 -0500

This week on IFA, men's golf coach Matt Davidson joins Dan Scott to talk about the start to Furman's fall season. Two matches down, three to go before the break heading into spring. Upcoming - Furman's lone home event Oct. 18-19.

Inside Furman Athletics - Michelle Young (9-16-25)

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 11:09:24 -0500

This week on IFA, Furman volleyball coach Michelle Young sits down with Dan Scott to talk about her team's 7-2 start to the 2025 season. Winners of five straight, the Paladins close out nonconference play this weekend. Check it out!

Inside Furman Athletics - Rita Gary (9-9-25)

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 11:12:32 -0500

This week on IFA, women's cross country coach Rita Gary joins Dan Scott to talk about the upcoming one-and-only home meet for Furman - this weekend, at the Furman golf course. Can the Paladins win a 13th straight SoCon title? Check it out!

Inside Furman Athletics - Doug Allison (8-27-25)

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 10:36:45 -0500

As Doug Allison begins his 31st and final year as Furman's soccer coach, there's no slowing down. The No. 20 Paladins have high expectations for 2025, and Allison does as well. A fun, wide-ranging conversation this week!

Inside Furman Athletics - Andrew Burr (8-20-25)

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 10:37:30 -0500

On this week's IFA, Furman women's soccer coach Andrew Burr joins Dan Scott to talk about the 2025 season - which is already underway. Picked 3rd in the SoCon preseason, what will it take to challenge for a championship? And how does Furman remain unique in the current NCAA environment?

Inside Furman Athletics - Clay Hendrix (8-11-25)

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 11:21:59 -0500

With just under three weeks to go before the season opener with William & Mary, Dan Scott catches up with Furman football coach Clay Hendrix. Coming off an injury-riddled 3-8 season, optimism is high for 2025. But what will it take to return to the playoffs? LIsten and find out!

Inside Furman Athletics - Jason Donnelly (8-4-25)

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 10:09:39 -0500

The new season of IFA kicks off this week with AD Jason Donnelly. Timmons Arena? House Settlement? Football and Basketball scheduling? Get all those answers and more!

Inside Furman Athletics - Mary Beth Dennison (7-11-25)

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 09:28:20 -0500

New Furman softball coach Mary Beth Dennison is the guest on this special summer edition of IFA. What attracted her to Furman? How did working for a softball legend prepare her for being a head coach? What are her immediate priorities for the Paladins? Listen to find out!

Inside Furman Athletics - Garrett Hien (4-15-25)

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 10:53:34 -0500

Garrett Hien wrapped up his Furman basketball career this March, finishing as one of the most successful players in program history. But what stands out most about his five-year career? And what does the future hold? Find out on this week's IFA!

Inside Furman Athletics - Pierre Curtis (4-7-25)

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 10:48:31 -0500

This week on IFA, Furman women's basketball coach Pierre Curtis joins Dan Scott to recap the just completed season, talk roster moves for next year, and the excitement of getting back into Timmons Arena. Plus...what would his NIL have been as a player?

Inside Furman Athletics - Jason Donnelly (3-24-25)

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 11:01:56 -0500

In this week's Inside Furman Athletics, AD Jason Donnelly addresses a myriad of topics, including: the Bain Consultants, NCAA House Settlement, Timmons Arena updates, and much more!

Inside Furman Athletics - Gail Wallach (3-17-25)

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 10:31:43 -0500

This week on IFA, first-year lacrosse coach Gail Wallach joins Dan to talk about her team's 5-2 start, the upcoming Big South Conference schedule, and much more.

Inside Furman Athletics - SoCon Tournament Preview (3-2-25)

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 11:45:16 -0500

This week on IFA, Dan Scott and Tom Van Hoy preview the upcoming Southern Conference Tournament in Asheville. The Paladin men open with Samford in the quarterfinals, while the women play ETSU. The postseason is here!

Inside Furman Athletics - Michelle Dasso, Ellie Schulson (2-24-25)

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 11:33:45 -0500

This week on IFA, Furman women's tennis coach Michelle Dasso and senior Ellie Schulson join Dan. Among the topics discussed: The season-opening win over No. 22 Alabama; the 6-2 start to the season; opening SoCon play this week...and much more!

Inside Furman Athletics - Jeff Hull (2-17-25)

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 11:46:39 -0500

This week on IFA, Furman women's golf coach Jeff Hull joins Dan Scott. Among the topics discussed: Recruiting and developing top-level golfers; Self-scouting and evaluation for players and coaches; Previewing the remainder of the spring season; And why his beard has turned so gray!

Inside Furman Athletics - Stacey Johnson-Whitfield (2-10-25)

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 12:24:43 -0500

This week we talk Furman softball with Stacey Johnson-Whitfield. With 9 freshmen on the roster, are the expecations for the new season tempered at all? Don't count on it. Johnson-Whitfield talks about the preseason, the growth she expects by SoCon, and making waves in the tournament.

Inside Furman Athletics - Clay Hendrix (2-2-25)

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 11:56:41 -0500

On this week's IFA, Furman football coach Clay Hendrix joins Dan Scott ahead of spring practice to discuss a myriad of topics, including: Updates on injured players; new additions to the program; navigating the wild world of NIL and the transfer portal; next year's schedule, and much more!

Inside Furman Athletics - Robert Gary (1-29-25)

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 10:46:10 -0500

This week on Inside Furman Athletics, men's cc/track coach Robert Gary joins Dan Scott. Among the topics: Winning the 12th straight SoCon CC title (men and women) in the fall; Dylan's Schubert's 3rd-place NCAA finish; and the upcoming spring indoor season.

Inside Furman Athletics - Men's Tennis Coach JJ Whitlinger (1-21-25)

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 11:42:30 -0500

This week on IFA, Furman men's tennis coach JJ Whitlinger joins host Dan Scott. Among topics discussed: new assistant coach Jake Munns, recruiting international players and building team chemistry, scheduling philosophy, the SoCon, and much more. Check it out!