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The Drive w/ Mark Ennis

ESPN 680 Audio Vault
Louisville
Louisville, United States
College Basketball
NCAA Tournament
Basketball
Louisville Basketball
Pat Kelsey
Transfer Portal
ESPN Louisville
NCAA
NCAA Basketball
College Football
North Carolina
Louisville Cardinals
ACC Tournament
Louisville, Kentucky
Kentucky
ACC
NIL
Kentucky Derby

The Drive w/ Mark Ennis

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The guys start the hour playing Stump the Gasbag before discussing the NBA Finals. They end the show talking about Phil Steele's preseason all-ACC team and which players from Louisville could make it by the end of the season.

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The guys discuss Texas Tech's latest video about the Sorsby situation and Oklahoma's attorney general getting involved. They also discuss the World Cup and weird rules in sports.

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The guys start the show discussing the men's basketball team and how they are looking so far. They also chat about the world cup and the NBA Finals.

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The guys react to Jeff Brohm's ranking on the sporting news list of top 25 college football coaches. They also discuss Jordon Hudson's latest FOIA requests and the NBA Finals.

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Recent Guests

John Andrzejek
Louisville Men's Basketball Assistant Coach under Pat Kelsey
Louisville Basketball
Episode: Louisville Men's Basketballl Assistant John Andrzejek (@CoachAndrzejek) on The Drive
David Hale
ESPN analyst
ESPN
Episode: The Drive with @MarkEnnis and @BiggestBiscuit -6-3-2026- Hour 1
Shawn Somerville
Africa-centered apparel founder and Ebony Greens representative
Ebony Greens
Episode: The Drive with @MarkEnnis and @BiggestBiscuit -5-20-2026- Hour 2
Othello Bell
Co-founder of Ebony Greens and Make It Happen Entertainment partner
Ebony Greens / Make It Happen Entertainment
Episode: The Drive with @MarkEnnis and @BiggestBiscuit -5-20-2026- Hour 2
Wayne Blackshear
Former Louisville basketball player, guest to discuss TBT updates
TBT (guest on show)
Episode: The Drive with @MarkEnnis and @lukeskywalka11 -5-19-2026- Hour 2
Fran Fraschilla
Basketball analyst
ESPN
Episode: The Drive with @MarkEnnis and @BiggestBiscuit -5-18-2026- Hour 3
Paul Mills
Head coach (as caller making remarks about Wichita State basketball)
Wichita State alumnus / coach discussion
Episode: The Drive with @MarkEnnis and @BiggestBiscuit -5-18-2026- Hour 2
Bonnie Bernstein
Sideline reporter and sports journalist with decades of experience (ESPN/CBS)
Sports broadcasting
Episode: The Drive with @MarkEnnis and @BiggestBiscuit -5-15-2026- Hour 2
Kyle Tucker
National College Basketball columnist and podcaster
The Assist / The Assist Podcast
Episode: The Drive with @MarkEnnis and @lukeskywalka11 -5-6-2026- Hour 2

Hosts

Mark Ennis
Host of The Drive w/ Mark Ennis; long-time Louisville sports broadcaster.
Dave Skoll
Co-host, known for humor and local sports banter.
Matt McGavick
Co-host; discusses games and roasts topics with co-hosts.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • The Drive

    I listen to nearly all of the UL pods on a regular basis. The Drive is my favorite. Mark and Dave seldom have takes I disagree with. Keep up the good work fellas.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Columbia Kev
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The show is praised for insightful guest perspectives and strong local coverage.
Sponsorship reads and local promos are well-integrated and feel authentic to the community.
Listeners appreciate the hosts' chemistry and candid takes on Louisville sports.
Fans like the mix of serious analysis and humor, with entertaining banter and fan interaction.
Some episodes mix in broad national topics with regional focus, which keeps content fresh.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Drive with @MarkEnnis and @BiggestBiscuit -6-3-2026- Hour 1
Q: What are the biggest questions left about the roster?
The hosts discuss the lack of a proven explosive wing scorer and how the team will rely on defense and depth, with emphasis on Shelstad as a key guard and Badunga as a defensive anchor.
The Drive with @MarkEnnis and @BiggestBiscuit -6-3-2026- Hour 2
Q: What is the best version of the ACC in terms of who's good and how often they are good?
David Hale suggests the ACC could be top-tier if programs profile similarly to the very best in college football, with Miami, Florida State, and Virginia Tech as potential anchors and Louisville as a developing piece in a broader strategy.
Louisville Men's Basketballl Assistant John Andrzejek (@CoachAndrzejek) on The Drive
Q: What imprint will we see on Louisville's defense, and how will you approach guarding with your style?
He outlines a physical, half-court, man-to-man defense with limited reliance on zone, emphasizes rim protection, aggressive closeouts, and versatile defenders who can guard multiple positions, while noting that press will be used sparingly as a tool rather than the core identity.
Louisville Men's Basketballl Assistant John Andrzejek (@CoachAndrzejek) on The Drive
Q: Tell us what you can about the process of becoming one of Pat Kelsey's assistant coaches at Louisville.
The guest describes being thrilled by the opportunity, his respect for Coach Kelsey, and how Louisville's resources and the program's prestige made it an ideal place to pursue big goals, while acknowledging the path was about fitting into a plan and challenging for excellence rather than chasing a title from day one.
The Drive with @MarkEnnis and @BiggestBiscuit -6-5-2026- Hour 1
Q: Tell us what you can about the process of becoming one of Pat Kelsey's assistant coaches at Louisville.
Andrzejek explains the opportunity was exciting, emphasizes his respect for Coach Kelsey, and describes a shared belief in offensive and defensive excellence, with a focus on chasing big things and building a lasting program rather than chasing a title in the short term.

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A high-energy sports talk show centered on college and local Louisville sports, with frequent banter, recruiting talk, and real-time analysis of conference realignment, NIL, and governance in college athletics. Episodes weave between Louisville-centric news, national college basketball and football discussion, live fan interaction, and occasional guest insights that add expert context to injuries, policy, and scouting. A distinctive mix of sharp analysis, humor, sponsor reads, and long-running segments (like trivia or “Stump the Gas Bag”) creates a lively, listener-driven experience that appeals to fans who want both local flavor and broader college sports coverage.

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1. Middays w/ Marques Maybin
2. The Deener Show
3. Big X Sports Radio 1450/96.1 WXVW
4. Louisville Sports Live with Ethan Moore and Tayler Lynch
5. The Round Table with Round Daddy

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The Drive launched 7 years ago and published 343 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Drive include:

1. John Andrzejek
2. David Hale
3. Shawn Somerville
4. Othello Bell
5. Wayne Blackshear
6. Fran Fraschilla
7. Paul Mills
8. Bonnie Bernstein

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