A full Thanksgiving platter
November 26, 2023
As a kid in the 70’s I remember how this all went down.
Turkey and stuffing. NFL football. Nap.
Then it was time for a platter of college football.
Thanksgiving night brought us Texas vs Texas A&M. Both teams were usually…
This, That and the Next Thing by Ernie Saxton - November 23, 2023
November 23, 2023
One of my all-time favorite announcers and a friend for many years was Ken Squier. He was one of the best in the TV booth. He and I got to announce a couple of events over the years. Several times Ken invited me up to his Vermont home and…
Two Cent Turkeys
November 19, 2023
The holidays bring on many traditions.
You know, things like eating stuffing until you nearly explode.
Still finding room for a piece of pumpkin pie.
Taking an afternoon nap after stuffing your face.
Watching a lousy…
This, That and the Next thing by Ernie Saxton - November 16, 2023
November 17, 2023
High Limit Racing, founded and owned by NASCAR champion Kyle Larson and five-time World of Outlaws champion Brad Sweet, is expanding in 2024. The formerly named High Limit Sprint Car…
1975 called; they want their offenses back
November 12, 2023
Saturday morning I ate breakfast, got things done around the house, and nestled into my favorite seat for the biggest game of the year in the Big Ten.
Penn State was hosting undefeated Michigan. I might be able to hear the cheers over the…
This, That and the Next Thing by Ernie Saxton - November 9, 2023
November 9, 2023
The final sprint car race of 2023 was set for Saturday, November 11th with a 3 p.m. starting time at BAPS Motor Speedway. The winner of the…
College Hoops Preview 2023-24
November 4, 2023
The college basketball season tips off today.
Wait, what?
It is too early to start college basketball season. But start it will.
Nobody ever asks me.
Anyway, the race for March starts for 306 Division I teams. That used…
This, That and the Next Thing by Ernie Saxton - November 2, 2023
November 2, 2023
The High Limit Sprint Car Series has finalized the acquisition of the All-Star Circuit of Champions. NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Larson and four-time World of Outlaws Sprint Cars champion Brad Sweet will take over ownership of the regional series…
Who needs Halloween? Being a sports fanatic is scary enough
October 29, 2023
Trick or treat. Smell my feet. Tell me Alex Grinch has been fired in your next tweet.
Ah, Halloween.
Ghoulish specters, witches, and goblins scaring children and adults alike. It’s enough to make my blood curdle and my skin crawl.…
This, That and the Next Thing by Ernie Saxton - October 26, 2023
October 26, 2023
Freddie Rahmer of Salfordville earned the 2023 Williams Grove Speedway Lawrence Chevrolet 410 Sprint Car track title last Saturday night with his runs in the Champion Oil National Open…