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JMU Sound Off

JMU Sound Off
JMU Football
James Madison University
College Football
JMU
College Football Playoff
Montpelier Collective
Sunbelt Conference
Sun Belt Championship
NIL
Harrisonburg
JMU Athletics
Sun Belt Conference
JMU Women's Basketball
James Madison Dukes Football
Billy Napier
Football
Old Dominion University
Coastal Carolina
Liberty University
Transfer Portal

JMU fan-centric podcast hosted by Jonathan McNamara, Michael Evangelista, Steve Brown and Taylor Adkins. Produced by Chandler Fortune. Episodes feature a variety of guests, including players, coaches and administrators from across the JMU Athletics landscape. Not affiliated with THE James Madison University. #GoDukes Sponsored by: Montpelier Collective, Skyline Financial Services, Wears Woody, Tal... more

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On the latest episode of JMU Sound Off, we break down the Dukes 54-23 win over Southern Miss to move to 8-3 and look forward to this weeks game against UCONN.

On the latest episode, we breakdown all that went wrong for JMU Football against Troy and we address some of the biggest questions and storylines that have come in the aftermath.

On the latest episode we break down the Dukes 34-31 OT Loss to App State and then we discuss what it means for the remainder of the 2026 season.

On a picture perfect day in the valley, the JMU Dukes played with 12 men on the field and came away with a 49-22 win over Georgia State to move to 7-0 and on the latest episode, we breakdown the game and look forward to this weeks critical Thursday g... more

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Recent Guests

Scooter Rankin
Duke Club representative who discusses fundraising for JMU student-athletes
JMU Duke Club
Episode: Noise Cancelled: JMU Rolls Past Georgia State on Homecoming 49-22
Jayon Harvey
Defender of the Week, Duke defensive back
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Episode: A Win For John Paul: Dukes Dispatch Eagles to Remain Unbeaten I Homecoming on Tap
DJ Kelly
Cornerback, transferred from Toledo
James Madison University
Episode: JMU Wins Battle For The Gavel. Win over Marshall moves Dukes to 5-0
Doug Ley
Alumni president, San Diego chapter, former student involved with JMU alumni activities
San Diego Alumni Association
Episode: A Record Day: Dukes score 87 in route of Wagner. California Trip On Tap
Jacob Thomas
Former JMU player with NFL pedigree; breaking news segment guest
Minnesota Vikings
Episode: JMU vs. Liberty: Rivalry Week is HERE! 2026 Season Preview + Week Zero Reactions
Scott Noble
Former JMU running back (2007-2010)
Former JMU player
Episode: Season 5. Episode 2: JMU Football Camp Rolls On
James Hickey
MRD voice of the marching band and guest on this episode
Marching Royal Dukes
Episode: Season 5. Episode 1. JMU Football is back!
Billy Napier
Football coach, newly joined JMU program
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Episode: Season 4. Episode 24: A conversation with JMU Football Coach, Billy Napier
Dave Riggert
Voice of the Dukes, guest analyst
James Madison University
Episode: Sun Belt Basketball Championships Preview with Dave Riggert, Sean O'Regan and John Paul Macri

Hosts

Jonathan McNamara
JMU athletics presenter and high school basketball announcer
Michael Evangelista
JMU athletics presenter and football commentator
Taylor Adkins
JMU athletics presenter
Steve Brown

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 94 ratings
  • Elite Podcast Covering JMU Athletics

    One of the elite American podcasts and all things JMU Athletics. Elite team, elite guests, can’t miss!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emilyplaysapps:)
    United States3 years ago
  • Must Listen for JMU Fans

    Great insight on all things JMU. Love the guests they bring on from former student-athletes to key figures in JMU history. The hosts all have different perspectives but help provide context into JMU Athletics. Go Dukes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Raw Rock Antioch
    United States3 years ago
  • Great work guys!

    Really appreciate the great discussions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NYDukeFan
    United States3 years ago
  • Go Dukes

    Great convo guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cfortune97
    United States3 years ago
  • Must Listen For Any Fan of JMUv

    This is where I now go each week for my JMU talk. Thank you guys for all the work you put in to putting this together. I also appreciate your efforts to support the Montpelier Collective. #GoDukes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HanoverDukeFan96
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners value the range of guests, including former student-athletes and figures connected to JMU history.
Listeners describe the coverage as a go-to source for JMU athletics and a must-listen for Dukes fans.
The fan-led, community-focused approach is a recurring strength for listeners.
Reviews praise the hosts' passion, varied perspectives and ability to put JMU news in context.

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Noise Cancelled: JMU Rolls Past Georgia State on Homecoming 49-22
Q: Just not only how you thought we performed on the side of the ball, but there was also masterful coaching that took place on the defensive side of the ball as well, especially with the way we manage substitutions on Saturday, caused a lot of problems for Georgia State.
Michael Evangelista praises the defensive performance, noting that JMU held Georgia State to 22 points and 373 yards, including 185 passing yards, and limited the Panthers to four of 13 third-down conversions.
Noise Cancelled: JMU Rolls Past Georgia State on Homecoming 49-22
Q: Can you speak to this campaign and why it is going to be so important for everything that we want to do that's coming up in the future?
Scooter Rankin describes Diggin Dukes as a one-day campaign supporting 21 funds, including all JMU sports, student-athlete development and recruitment and retention efforts. He urges fans to contribute and help reach a goal of 2,000 donors.
Season 4. Episode 24: A conversation with JMU Football Coach, Billy Napier
Q: What were your top priorities going into camp as you think about winter conditioning?
The priority was phase one focused on strength and conditioning, led by Sean Lockwood from Michigan, followed by building trust and communication, and then progressing into teaching football and installing systems in phase two to enable players to play fast with confidence.
Season 4. Episode 5: Louisville recap with special guest Mike Barber
Q: What do you expect from the coaching adjustments during the bye week?
Barber is optimistic they will make necessary adjustments to enhance the team's performance and solidify the quarterback position.
Season 4. Episode 5: Louisville recap with special guest Mike Barber
Q: Do you think the two-quarterback system is appropriate?
Barber finds it needs improvement and concerns about its historical performance, emphasizing the idea that it might need reevaluation based on past trends.

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What is JMU Sound Off about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fan-first discussion of James Madison athletics, with most episodes centered on Dukes football. The regular hosts Jonathan McNamara, Michael Evangelista, Steve Brown and Taylor Adkins recap games, assess player and coaching decisions, preview upcoming matchups and track conference changes, recruiting, roster turnover and the business of college sports. The format is a conversational panel, with occasional interviews and contributions from former players, current athletes, athletics and fundraising figures, alumni and other JMU commentators.

A strong sense of supporter culture sets the coverage apart: game-day traditions, travel, tailgating, stadium atmosphere and the wider JMU community sit alongside on-field analysis. Listeners looking ... more

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Recent guests on JMU Sound Off include:

1. Scooter Rankin
2. Jayon Harvey
3. DJ Kelly
4. Doug Ley
5. Jacob Thomas
6. Scott Noble
7. James Hickey
8. Billy Napier

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