Coach Charlie Jones joined Mike Murphy on the first Talkin Vols of 2024 to discuss the Christmas break, Saturday's game against Mineral Area, and this week's upcoming games against Lincoln Trail and Vincennes.

Following Week 9 of the high school footbal season, the guys look at all the potential playoff situations for area teams, SIU Football is back from the bye week, and more!

Du Quoin has a tough opponent this week in the second round of the IHSA 3A Playoffs, they travel to annual powerhouse #9 Tolono (Unity) Saturday.  Matt Varney and Du Quoin head coach Logan Spain discussed this week's matchup and the win over #16 Monticello last week.