A Spotlight on the Lions
The Ohio Valley Conference is set to host its annual Media Day on July 17 in Nashville, bringing together coaches, players and media for a full day of coverage. The morning will kick off with a live show on ESPN+ that begins at 8:15 a.m. CT, followed by a schedule of appearances that includes interview sessions with each team's head coach and student‑athletes.
Representing the Lindenwood Lions will be senior running back Steve Hall and linebacker Jacob Waller, both of whom earned all‑conference honors last season. Hall compiled 612 rushing yards and eight touchdowns, highlighted by three 100‑yard games, while Waller posted a team‑second 89 tackles and was named Defensive Player of the Week once.
Head coach Jed Stugart will join the other seven OVC head coaches on stage during the luncheon, which is slated to begin at 11:30 a.m. CT. The gathering will also serve as the platform for announcing the 2026 Preseason Poll and the Players Watch List, generating early buzz for the upcoming campaign.
What to Watch
Fans can expect a deep dive into each program’s prospects, with coaches discussing recruitment, strategy and key returners. The live broadcast will intersperse highlights from last season with behind‑the‑scenes access, giving viewers a comprehensive preview of what promises to be a competitive fall.