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In the latest edition of The Sports Rap airing Wednesday, hosts George and Ringer kicked off the holiday season with a jam-packed show covering everything from the NFL’s controversial scheduling to the Minnesota Wild’s surging momentum. The episode, dated November 26, 2025, also featured a touching segment with local guest Amy Fox Basaraba, who shared details about her non-profit initiative, “Best Christmas Ever.”
Football Frenzy and NFL Scheduling Grievances The hosts wasted no time diving into the upcoming Thanksgiving weekend football slate. While expressing excitement for the “super football games” ahead—including the marquee Michigan vs. Ohio State matchup—George voiced strong criticism of the NFL’s decision to schedule games on “Black Friday.”
“Shame on the NFL,” George remarked, arguing that Friday nights should remain the domain of high school and college football [01:03]. He questioned the logic of competing with established college rivalries, suggesting the league is overreaching by encroaching on traditional college windows.
Vikings Analysis: Predictability Problems? Conversation quickly turned to the Minnesota Vikings, following a lackluster offensive performance. The hosts dissected the team’s struggles, with Ringer pointing out alarming statistics regarding the Vikings’ predictability on third-down plays under head coach Kevin O’Connell.
“Kevin O’Connell has become predictable in what he is going to do,” one host argued, citing a high percentage of passing plays in short-yardage situations [06:07]. The duo expressed concern that opposing defenses have deciphered the Vikings’ offense, potentially due to “tells” from the players or schematic stubbornness. They also touched on the quarterback situation, debating the merits of Sam Darnold versus the potential return of J.J. McCarthy.
Gophers and Prep Bowl Highlights On the collegiate front, the mood was somber regarding the Minnesota Gophers’ recent narrow loss. The hosts lamented the team’s “hit-and-miss” nature and inexperienced defense, which struggled to hold the line [11:13]. Looking ahead, they previewed the upcoming “Battle for Paul Bunyan’s Axe” against the Wisconsin Badgers, noting the difficulty of playing at Camp Randall Stadium.
The show also recapped the recent Prep Bowl, celebrating the dominance of dynastic programs like Minneota. The hosts marveled at the sheer athleticism of the players in the upper classes, noting the size and speed difference in the 4A and 6A title games [22:45].
Winter Sports: Wild Surge, Wolves Stumble In winter sports news, the Minnesota Wild received high praise for their recent form, sitting near the top of the Central Division. The emergence of goaltender Jesper Wallstedt was highlighted as a key factor in their success. “He is pulling down some pucks now,” Ringer noted, contrasting his current play with previous struggles [29:22].
Conversely, the Minnesota Timberwolves were described as inconsistent. despite massive scoring nights from Karl-Anthony Towns (referenced as “Cat”), the team’s defense has been “lax,” leading to frustrating losses against teams like the Celtics and Spurs [25:25].
Feature: Best Christmas Ever The emotional core of the episode was a guest segment with Amy Fox, representing the non-profit organization “Best Christmas Ever” (BCE). Fox shared her personal connection to the cause, which began after the passing of her husband, Troy, in 2014.
“My family and I were blessed by this when my husband passed away,” Fox explained [37:58]. “I just knew that I wanted to pay it forward.”
Since moving back to International Falls in 2017, Fox has been organizing surprise holiday drops for local families who have fallen on hard times “through no fault of their own.” This year, she aims to bless four families with gifts and monetary support, while also providing gift cards to eleven other nominated families.
Fox encouraged the community to get involved, noting that donations can be made via her Facebook page or by contacting her directly.
Local Roundup The show concluded with a quick roundup of local Bronco sports. The boys’ hockey team secured a dominant 9-0 victory over Lake of the Woods, while the girls’ basketball team won a nail-biter against Warroad, 59-57 [43:29].
As the hosts signed off, they wished viewers a Happy Thanksgiving, setting the stage for a weekend of rivalry games and turkey leftovers.
Source: The Sports Rap with George & Ringer, KCC-TV, November 27, 2025.
Koochiching County Community Television (KCCTV), a non-profit public media organization, operates under the governance of Backus Community Center, established in 2012 to serve Koochiching County's citizens!
Koochiching County Community Television (KCCTV) is a non-profit public media organization that operates under the governance of Backus Community Center to serve local citizens. The station broadcasts on Midcontinent Cable Channel 7 and archives its programs on YouTube, providing a platform for local individuals and organizations. The mission of KCCTV is encapsulated in the statement “Strengthening our communities through public access media.” It underscores its role in fostering community engagement, education, entertainment, and enhancement.
Local membership advocacy drives forward the success of KCCTV and sustains that success. It not only reflects community support but aligns with the broader mission of... Read more
