UKC Hunting Ops Podcast

This week on the UKC Hunting Ops Podcast…
We’re bringing you coverage from the 2026 UKC Tournament of Champions! Dave is on the grounds in Sturgis, Michigan, getting exclusive interviews from throughout the event.
Dave sits down with Trevor Wade, former UKC Coonhound Program Manager and one of the founders of the Tournament of Champions, and Matt Lingo of Houndsman Advantage.
Plus, hear directly from the final three competitors in the final cast – Kelly Blackburn, Austin Gentry, and Justin Allen – as they prepare to compete in the final round, determining who will be crowned the 2026 TOC Champion and what’s led up to this moment.
You won’t want to miss it!
 
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This week on the UKC Hunting Ops Podcast…
Allen and Dave are on location in Tell City, Indiana, covering the 2026 UKC Cur & Feist Squirrel Dog World Championship.
While at the event, they sit down with two longtime members of the Perry County Coon Club in Tell City, PeeWee and Dave, to talk about some of the club’s history and share hunt stories.
They also recap the results of the 2026 Squirrel Dog Championship, where Keith and Clint Mitchell of Mississippi earned first place with their dog Hug City Rufus.
 
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Help protect your right to hunt, train, and compete with live animals by writing Congress and encouraging them to remove the anti-hunting language from the Farm Bill.
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On this week’s episode of the UKC Hunting Ops Podcast…
Allen and Dave sit down to share the details of the brand new UKC Dual Champion Pro Slam! This unique event gives coonhounds that have earned the prestigious Dual Champion status an opportunity to earn an additional title. Competitors will put their skills to the test first in the show ring, and then in the woods. So if your hound has earned at least one Nite Hunt and Bench Show title, this one’s for you! You won’t want to miss it.
 
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On this week’s episode of the UKC Hunting Ops Podcast…
We wrap up the Coonhound Running Rules rerun series with the final installment, Part 4 of 4. This episode covers six key sections of the UKC Coonhound Rulebook: Section 7 (timeouts), Section 8 (handler responsibilities), Section 9 (judging), Section 10 (spectators), Section 12 (scorecards), and Section 13 (tie-breakers). Tune in to catch the conclusion of this series!
 
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This week on the UKC Hunting Ops Podcast…
We continue the Coonhound Running Rules reruns with the third installment of this four-part series. This episode takes a closer look at Sections 5 and 11 of the UKC Coonhound Rulebook, starting with circled and deleted points and wrapping up with the scoring of dogs. Be sure to tune in, you won’t want to miss this one!
 
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This week on the UKC Hunting Ops Podcast…
Features part 2 of the 4-part Coonhound Running Rules Rerun Series, which exclusively examines Section 6 of the UKC Coonhound Rulebook, breaking down “the good, the bad, and the ugly,” of nite hunts – specifically the actions and behaviors that can bring your hunt to an immediate end. Allen and Trevor walk through what handlers need to know, why these rules matter, and how they play out in real situations, helping you to stay sharp during your hunts and on the track to success!
 
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This week on the UKC Hunting Ops Podcast…
Get ready to dive back into the world of coonhunting as we re-run the first installment of the Coonhound Running Rules series! Over the next few months, we’ll be revisiting these episodes, giving you all the insight you need to prepare to chase that Triple Crown.
In this episode, Allen and Trevor kick off their multi-part deep drive into the UKC Coonhound Rulebook, covering everything from the basics to the finer points that every houndsman should know. Whether you’re a seasoned coon hunter or just get started, this episode is packed with tips and guidance you’ll want to bookmark for your future hunting endeavors!
 
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This week on the UKC Hunting Ops Podcast…
Allen sits down with Dave McVay, the new Hunting Ops Field Manager at UKC, to explore the legacy of the Triple Crown as we approach the 27th year of the competition. They discuss how it works, how one qualifies, and share the stories of the dogs that made Triple Crown history from 2000 to today. They shine a spotlight on the new Triple Crown partnership with Dog and Hunt Supply, operating out of Quitman, Arkansas.
Join Allen and Dave for a deep dive into the Triple Crown – it’s history, heroes, and everything else you need to know about the competition.
 
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This week on the UKC Hunting Ops Podcast...
Allen and Danielle bring you all the highlights from the 2026 Winter Classic coonhound event! Tune in to hear about the thrilling wins, behind-the-scenes stories, and exclusive interviews with Pro-Slam winner Jason Cooper, Top Ten Bench Show winner Beth Jenkins, Overall Bench Show Champion Whitney Killough, and Overall Nite Hunt Champion Justin Herring. Plus, we chat with Summer Reynolds from Dog & Hunt Supply, our official UKC Triple Crown Partner.
A big thank you to our sponsors and partners for making this event possible.
Check out the UKC Coonhounds Facebook page and UKC SmugMug to see the complete list of results and photos from the 2026 Winter Classic Event:
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https://ukcdogs.smugmug.com/Winter-Classic/2026-Winter-Classic
 
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This week on the UKC Hunting Ops Podcast…
Allen sits down again with renowned hound breeder Mitch Gould to dive into Part 2 of their conversation about Mitch’s legendary dogs and breeding program. Mitch shares stories about some of his most celebrated dogs, highlighting both their competitive achievements and their remarkable impact on the genetics of future generations of hounds.
We also get an inside look at Mitch’s philosophy on breeding and training, which emphasizes the importance of hunting instinct, consistency across bloodlines, and starting with strong females.
He reflects on the triumphs, challenges, and personal connections behind breeding dogs that excel not only in hunting, but also in producing future champions for decades.
 
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