The Skinny on Sports

Join Jared Atha and Aaron ”Skinny” Kauk on ”The Skinny on Sports,” your weekday companion for all things sports on KADS 98.1FM. From national leagues to Western Oklahoma high school sports, catch up on the latest scores, expert analysis, and engaging discussions every Monday through Friday.

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Episodes

SEC Meeting and Game 6 Primer

Thursday May 28, 2026

Thursday May 28, 2026

Thunder up 3-2 — can OKC close it out in Game 6 in San Antonio, or will a tired Wemby force a Game 7? We break it down and tell you what we expect. Plus: SEC meetings drama with Sankey, Kirby Smart, and talk of secession, Big Ten vs. SEC money & power, and the possible return of Bedlam? We also dive into the ESPN QB tiers — where do John Mateer and Drew Mestemaker need to rank for OU & OSU to make noise this fall?

Experience vs Inexperience

Wednesday May 27, 2026

Wednesday May 27, 2026

Thunder take a 3-2. We break down OKC's gritty Game 5 win over the Spurs — from shutting down Wemby to McCain stepping up big in the starting lineup, Chet's aggression, Caruso's heroics, and the experience edge. Is Game 6 the closer in San Antonio? Rain, Cubs, and an anniversary!

Must Win Again

Tuesday May 26, 2026

Tuesday May 26, 2026

Memorial Day weekend recap! From golf tournaments and a wild shrimp boil dip recipe to heartbreaking exits for both OU and OSU softball, we break it all down. The best coach in Oklahoma men's golf is leaving, but the Cowgirls are still battling in the NCAA Women's Golf Championship. Meanwhile, the Knicks are absolutely rolling into the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999 — could they be the team of destiny? Then we turn to the huge one tonight: Thunder vs Spurs, Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals. With key injuries piling up, can SGA deliver a legacy performance and protect home court? We dive into the physicality, adjustments, and what needs to happen. Plus weekend stories, weather talk, and more.

Atha on Sports

Friday May 22, 2026

Friday May 22, 2026

Atha flies solo today In the NBA, the Knicks take a commanding 2-0 lead over the Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference Finals. Why New York looks like the team to beat in the East and whether Cleveland can avoid the broom. Out West, it's a heavyweight battle as the OKC Thunder visit the San Antonio Spurs in Game 3. Heavy focus on injuries, defensive schemes against Wempy, bench depth, and adjustments. Plus, with college football kickoff just 99 days away, Atha counts down the Top 10 Oklahoma storylines for the 2026 season. He also recaps the latest All-State honors in baseball, slow-pitch softball, and tennis.

BIG Announcement

Thursday May 21, 2026

Thursday May 21, 2026

Thunder even the series! We break down OKC's must-win Game 2 victory over San Antonio, I-Hart's surprise dominance against Wemby, SGA's return to form, and the bench's huge edge. Plus, we preview Game 2 of the Easter Conference Finals. Big announcement dropped... Plus, the growing Big Ten vs. SEC war over 14 or 24 team playoff expansion, OU & OSU advancing in golf regionals, and super regional softball starts today for OSU.

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Wednesday May 20, 2026

Wednesday May 20, 2026

We dive into Harden’s latest postseason meltdown, what OKC must change against Wemby and the Spurs, plus a fun detour into TV shows, dream travel destinations, and golf stories involving an air cannon launching balls over into lake. Packed with sports talk, laughs, and plenty of opinions.

Half Full / Half Empty

Tuesday May 19, 2026

Tuesday May 19, 2026

The Spurs steal Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals in a thrilling double overtime battle against OKC, with Victor Wembanyama taking over the spotlight once again. We discuss whether De’Aaron Fox being out may have actually helped San Antonio, why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren struggled so badly, and what the Thunder need to change heading into Game 2. We also preview tonight’s Eastern Conference Finals opener, talk about the SEC’s recent dominance in baseball and softball, and take a quick look at the NCAA Men’s Golf Regionals.

This Episode Blows

Monday May 18, 2026

Monday May 18, 2026

Wind-blown weekend. Smoked mac & cheese on the smoker, a basketball goal turned missile, graduation hats flying, and two holes-in-one at The Bob. A full breakdown of Aaron Rai’s gritty PGA Championship win at Aronimink, plus an in-depth preview of the highly anticipated Western Conference Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs.

Friday May 15, 2026


Good Garrison Financial Friday! We dive into the colorful characters who’ve made college football must-watch over the years — from legendary coaches to unforgettable players — and debate who belongs in the conversation. We also check in on the PGA Championship leaderboard (it's playing tough), NBA playoffs, NFL schedule buzz, local Oklahoma sports, and more.

Åberg, Ahberg, or Oberg?

Wednesday May 13, 2026

Wednesday May 13, 2026

Skinny back in the studio with Atha recapping the 4A boys state golf tournament at Winter Creek, breaking down high school baseball state tournaments, and looking ahead to tennis state action. Awesome story of sportsmanship from a Sayre golfer at the 2A boys state golf tournament. In the NBA: Spurs take control vs. Minnesota, Pistons-Cavs Game 5 tonight, Thunder resting up for the Western Conference Finals, and the latest college football beef. Plus, we make our PGA Championship picks at Aronimink.

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