Charlie Strong was a guest on the High School Gridiron Report radio show on 560 WQAM in Miami, FL., earlier this week. Here is Strong’s 10-minute interview.
Coach Strong spent a lot of time recapping the Sugar Bowl win over Florida and Louisville’s entire 2012 season. He also talked about recruiting and which areas he and his staff are targeting.
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