In the pilot episode of It's 5:02 Somewhere, host Andrew Crum sits down with his brother, Alex Crum—a Louisville native making waves in the world of professional pickleball. A former St. Xavier High School tennis champion, Alex picked up a pickleball paddle just two years ago and recently stunned the sports world by defeating the top-ranked player at the Veolia Atlanta Pickleball Championships. But Alex's talents don't stop at the baseline. Under the moniker AC Baby, he's also a musician with over a million streams on Apple Music. Join us as we explore Alex's unique journey from the courts of Louisville to the charts, delving into how his competitive spirit fuels both his athletic and musical endeavors. Grab your favorite drink, sit back, and enjoy the conversation—because in Louisville, it's always 5:02 somewhere. Cheers!

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From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)

Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)

3rd & Central (Louisville Baseball Coverage)

It's 5:02 Somewhere (Louisville Culture)

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