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Sports Moments & Memories with Craig Olson
Fergus Falls, Minnesota sports broadcasting icon, Craig Olson, invites you into the world of sports from his point of view — and what a view it is! Going on his 52nd year in sports broadcasting, Craig brings the unique perspective that only comes from years of experience (and a true love for all things sports). He's covered over 6,000 play by play games, moderated 100,000 plus interviews, given daily radio sportscast recaps. and created his own sports website in 1999 that became a statewide go-to for up-to-date information on sports in Otter Tail county.
On "Sports Moments & Memories" one can catch up on local sports news with Craig's Daily "Sports Moment" — covering sports happenings in Otter Tail County. The audience can also take a deep dive into "Sports Memories" — longer formatted episodes where Craig has some intimate conversations with a variety of guests, covering highlights throughout the last 50 years in local sports.
Episodes
119 episodes
"Sports Memory" with Craig Olson (Part 4- Fergus Falls Otter Hockey History)
In this Final installment of the Sports Memory 4 part series on the History of Fergus Falls Otter Hockey History, Craig spends time with Head Coach Mike Donaghue who has recently completed his 20th year with the Otters. A few former playe...
"Sports Memory" with Craig Olson (Part 3-Fergus Falls Otter Hockey History)
In Part 3 of this 4 part series, Craig goes over the most successful years in Otter Hockey History. Head Coach, Brad Bergstrom was with the Otters for 6 years and during that time, his teams made 6 state appearances. Enjoy i...
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"Sports Moment" with Craig Olson (June 14 2024)
The MN State High School League Boys Baseball Tournaments are under way! Find out how local towns Parkers Prairie, Perham and New York Mills' first game went. Also, more news on Spring Sports Awards.Thanks for tuning in ...
"Sports Moment" with Craig Olson (June 13 2024)
West Central Area boys golfers (and brothers) Marshall and Mitchell Dewey made a great showing at the state meet this week. They join Craig, to talk about their experience. Also joining the conversation is Head Coach, Kraig Hunter.WCA...
"Sports Moment" with Craig Olson (June 12 2024)
The MSHL state golf meets finished their first day of golf. Craig recaps the events.Also, the Perham Yellowjackets and Parkers Prairie Panthers boys baseball teams begin their state games tomorrow!All things sports with Craig Ols...
"Sports Moment" with Craig Olson (June 11 2024)
MN High School State Golf Tournaments are underway today. Listen in, to hear who's competing.Also, get updates on more MN Spring sports action!Sponsored by Pemberton LawSponsored by...
"Sports Moment" with Craig Olson (June 10 2024)
Get in on all of the local results from the MN State Track and Field meet that took place over the weekend.More golf, baseball and softball action happening this week as the Spring sports season wraps up.Sponsored by
"Sports Moment" with Craig Olson (June 7 2024)
Lady Spartans Golfer, Ellia Soydara, is the Division III NJCAA National Champion. She took 1st place in the National Tournament on Friday June 7th. Craig sits down with Ellia and Head Coach, Jason Retzlaff for an interview about her...
"Sports Moment" with Craig Olson (June 6 2024)
The State Track and Field Meet gets underway today. There are many featured athletes from the area participating in the state meet. Craig goes through who will be there!Also, Fergus Falls Otters Track and Field athletes, Jaden M...
"Sports Moment" with Craig Olson (June 5 2024)
The OTC Bulldogs have some athletes headed to the State Track and Field Meet! Head Coach, Brady Speicher, talks about their impressive year and what awaits at state.Also, in Fergus Falls Golf, Five individuals are heading to state. ...
"Sports Moment" with Craig Olson (June 3 2024)
The Fergus Falls Otter Track and Field team has some upcoming state appearances, as well as a new school record being set over the weekend! Athlete, Shane Zierden, joins the podcast and talks about what he is doing to prepare for stat...
"Sports Moment" with Craig Olson (May 31 2024)
A lot of updates on the Fergus Falls Otter Boys and Girls Track & Field teams. Head coaches, Niki Welde and Derek Meyers talk about what's coming up for their teams. High Jumper, Ruby Ellison, also talks about qualifying for the...
"Sports Moment" with Craig Olson (May 30 2024)
Results from the 1st day of the Section 8 2A Track and Field meet are in!Also, more local and regional sports news.Sponsored by Pemberton LawSponsored by
"Sports Memory" with Craig Olson (Part 2- Fergus Falls Otter Hockey History)
Part 2 in a 3-Part Series on the legacy of Fergus Falls Otter Hockey.Craig sits down with former coaches Bill Colpitts, Tim Cullen and Brian Vatnsdal as they reminisce on coaching philosophies, the old section 8 and all that it took to ...
"Sports Moment" with Craig Olson (May 29 2024)
Local Baseball and Softball Tournaments are underway!Also get Craig's take on the Timberwolves and Twins.Sponsored by Pemberton LawSponsored by
"Sports Moment" with Craig Olson (May 24 2024)
Results from local golf, track & field, softball and baseball.Stay up to date on all things local sports!Sponsored by Pemberton LawSponsored by
"Sports Moment" with Craig Olson (May 23 2024)
Spring sports updates in local golf, softball, tennis, baseball and more!Sponsored by Pemberton LawSponsored by Lake Area Docks and Lifts
"Sports Moment" with Craig Olson (May 22 2024)
Craig interviews Brandon-Evansville Senior, Kylee Dingwall. Kylee just signed on to play Basketball at the University of Minnesota Morris. She is also considering playing volleyball as well. Find out more about her senior year...
"Sports Moment" with Craig Olson
Section 6A Girls Softball Playoffs are under way!Get updates on the CLC Girls Golf Meet and other golf teams around the region.Thanks for listening!Sponsored by Pemberton LawS...
"Sports Moment" with Craig Olson (May 20 2024)
Exciting night for Timberwolves fans!Stay up to date with local and regional sports.Sponsored by Pemberton LawSponsored by Lake Area Docks and Lift...
"Sports Moment" with Craig Olson (May 17 2024)
The Fergus Falls Otter Girls Golf Team take 1st place!Local baseball and softball updates, and Craig's take on the Timberwolves and Twins.Everything sports!Sponsored by Pemberton Law<...
"Sports Moment" with Craig Olson (May 16 2024)
Fergus Falls Alumni and former Iowa Hawkeye, Hannah Clark, sits down with Craig and reflects on the experience she had with Iowa Hawkeye Head Coach, Lisa Bluder. Coach Bluder is retiring this year.Sponsored by
"Sports Moment" with Craig Olson (May 14 2024)
The Fergus Falls Otter Track and Field teams had a great showing at the Last Chance Meet in ND.A "No-Hitter" for the Fergus Falls Otter Baseball team.In Golf, West Central Area and Fergus Falls perform very well!Sponsore...
"Sports Moment" with Craig Olson (May 13 2024)
It's a Short and Sweet podcast today, re capping the Timberwolves and the TwinsSponsored by Pemberton LawSponsored by Lake Area Docks and Lifts
"Sports Moment" with Craig Olson (May 10 2024)
Kaia Fiskness, from the Hillcrest Comets Track and Field Team broke a 29 year old school record! Craig also talks to the OTC Bulldog Boys Baseball Head Coach, Ryan Hendrickson about pitcher Lane Dilly's historic 15th career win....