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"STL In The Huddle" The National Football Foundation Tom Lombardo St. Louis Chapter Podcast
Welcome to *STL In the Huddle*, the official podcast of The National Football Foundation St. Louis Tom Lombardo Chapter. Dedicated to promoting scholarship, citizenship, and athletic achievement, the NFF STL Chapter supports amateur football by recognizing excellence on and off the field. Through its work, the organization highlights the importance of education, leadership, and sportsmanship in shaping future leaders.
*STL In the Huddle* serves as a platform to celebrate the sport of football while engaging the community in meaningful conversations. Each episode features discussions on topics relevant to the game, with insights from experts in areas such as medical advancements in sports, coaching careers, and leadership in athletics. By focusing on these important themes, the podcast supports the growth and positive impact of football at all levels.
Whether you're a lifelong fan or someone passionate about the values football inspires, *In the Huddle* invites you to join the conversation. Tune in and explore how football continues to drive progress by promoting scholarship, fostering citizenship and athletic achievement, and engaging the community.
To find out more about The National Football Foundation St. Louis Tom Lombardo Chapter visit https://stlfootballfoundation.com/
Episodes
28 episodes
"Rudy" Ruettiger and Pat Sarb - Brotherhood & Leadership PART 1 (of 4)
What does it take to earn your place — on the field, in the military, and in life?In this debut episode, host Tom sits down with Pat Sarb, Notre Dame alum and Naval Academy veteran, and Daniel "Rudy" Ruettiger, the real-lif...
Father Leo Spezia
Join us as we sit down with Father Leo Spezia, the former team chaplain of the St. Louis Rams and Eureka’s Citizen of the Year 2025! 🏆 Father Leo’s dedication extends beyond the field, as shown by his honor at the FBI National Academy Alumni. T...
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John Zarbock, Founder / CEO, BioFit
Tom welcomes John Zarbock, Founder and CEO of BioFit, to chat about the unique fitness approach that’s got everyone talking. Tune in to hear how Tom’s own workout routine has been revolutionized by the...
Michael Stewart-Head Coach at Marquette High School
🏈 New Episode Alert! 🚨 Episode 25 of STL In the Huddle dives into the world of high school football with Michael Stewart, Marquette High School’s Head Coach!Michael has a rich history with the game, having studied at Missouri State Univ...
Hannah Farrell , The New NFF-STL President
Exciting news, folks! Meet Hannah Farrell, the new President of the National Football Foundation Tom Lombardo St. Louis Chapter and great-granddaughter of the legendary Tom Lombardo! 🏈 Join us as we chat about the Lombardo family legacy, their ...
Pat Sarb, NOTRE DAME FOOTBALL 1972-1975 PART 1
Ever wondered what it's like to be part of a legendary college football team? Join us in our latest podcast episode with Pat Sarb, who played for Notre Dame under the iconic Ara Parseghian. In this two part episode Relive the excitement of the ...
Thank You and Looking Ahead
A big thank you to our listeners from "STL in the Huddle!" Our hosts reflect on a fantastic year! Ever wondered how Ken, Tom, and Sherry got together? Catch this episode of STL in the Huddle as they share their origin st...
Jeff Auten, Marquette High School Offensive Line Coach
Happy 2026! Our latest episode of StL in the Huddle is, featuring a conversation with the seasoned Offensive Line Coach, Jeff Auten, from Marquette High School. We'll dive into the past high school season, college bowl games and discuss the imp...
Mike Gohn, Board of Directors and Scholarship Selection Committee Chairman for The National Football Foundation - St. Louis Tom Lombardo Chapter.
Catch *STL in the Huddle* with Mike Gohn, a Jackson, Missouri native who excelled in high school sports and earned All-American honors at Southeast Missouri State. Mike’s career spans coaching at Pattonville and Illinois, leading athletics at P...
Tyler Fulgham, ESPN Sports and St. Louis Native
On today’s episode of *STL in the Huddle*, we’re joined by Tyler Fulghum, a familiar face from ESPN and a passionate sports analyst. Tyler brings his unique insights into the world of football, sharing his take on the latest headlines, strategi...
Colonel Kenneth Gregory, Chief of Police for the St. Louis County Police Department.
Get ready for an inspiring conversation on STL in the Huddle as we welcome St. Louis County Chief of Police, Colonel Kenneth Gregory! In this episode, Colonel Gregory reflects on how his time on the football field shaped him into the leader he ...
Jennifer Stanfill, Operations Coordinator, MissouriKids.org
On this episode of *STL in the Huddle*, we sit down with Jennifer Stanfill, Operations Coordinator for Missouri KIDS, to explore the organization’s incredible mission of supporting young athletes across Missouri who have experienced life-changi...
Josh Frisbee, Riddell Sales Representative.
In this episode of *STL in the Huddle*, we’re joined by Josh Frisbee, a Riddell sales representative, to tackle some of the most important topics in football today. From the latest advancements in helmet safety and the process of reconditioning...
Jim Thomas, retired St. Louis Post-Dispatch sports writer.
This week on "STL in the Huddle," we're joined by legendary St. Louis sports writer Jim Thomas, who shares fascinating stories from his career covering some of the city’s most iconic moments. From chronicling the 1999 Rams’ Super Bowl win to th...
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Frank Viverito, Chief Advisory Officer of the St. Louis Sports Commission
This week on *STL In The Huddle*, we sit down with Frank Viverito, Chief Advisory Officer of the St. Louis Sports Commission, to talk about his incredible journey in the world of sports and his contributions to the St. Louis sports community. F...
Nick D'Ambrose
In this episode of "STL in the Huddle", we sit down with "National Football Foundation/College Hall of Fame, Campbell Trophy Finalist", Nick D'Ambrose. He is currently a medical student at Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine with...
Harold Graeter, the Associate Executive Director of the AutoZone Liberty Bowl
Get ready for an exciting episode of *STL in the Huddle* as we welcome Harold Graeter, the Associate Executive Director of the AutoZone Liberty Bowl. Harold shares his wealth of knowledge about the historic Liberty Bowl, one of college football...
Bob Bunton
Join us for this special episode of *STL in the Huddle* as we sit down with Bob Bunton, the legendary former Parkway North head football coach and a member of the St. Louis Amateur Baseball Hall of Fame. Bob shares his invaluable insights from ...
Coach Larry Kindbom
Get ready for another exciting episode of *STL in the Huddle* as we welcome legendary coach Larry Kindbom to the show. With an impressive career spanning decades, Coach Kindbom shares stories from his time as head football coach at ...
Mike Claiborne, Sports Broadcaster
This week, we’re thrilled to welcome broadcasting legend Mike Claiborne to the podcast. With a career spanning over 40 years in sports media, Mike has seen it all—from covering seven St. Louis Cardinals World Series to working alongside icons l...
Ted Carter, The Ohio State University President
Get ready to dive into the incredible story of Walter Ted Carter Jr., the 17th president of The Ohio State University. A 1981 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, Carter’s career began in the cockpit as a Naval Flight Officer, where he set the a...
Chris Rubio, instructor and the founder of Rubio Long Snapping.
Get ready for an insightful episode of *St. Louis in the Huddle* as we welcome Chris Rubio, the nation’s top long snapping instructor and the founder of Rubio Long Snapping! With nearly two decades of experience, Rubio has revolutionized the ar...
Amanda Ploeger host of the Pro Football Alliance Podcast
This week on *St. Louis in the Huddle*, Tom, Ken, and Sherry sit down with Amanda Ploeger, co-host of the popular *Pro Football Alliance (A-Team with RC)* podcast. Get ready for an engaging conversation as Amanda shares when her passion for foo...
Mike Hebert, Local High School Referee...
Join us for an exciting episode of *St. Louis In The Huddle*, the official podcast of the National Football Foundation Tom Lombardo St. Louis Chapter. Since its founding in 1992 by a group of dedicated coaches and NFL legends, this organization...