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Football Fridays in Georgia
by Georgia Public BroadcastingHosts Jon Nelson and Hannah Goodin of GPB Sports share highlights of high school football games from around Georgia. They also share stories from players, coaches, play-by-play announcers, and other people who live and breathe high school football.
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Episodes
Football Fridays in Georgia: Sharpening Skills and Honoring Legacy
29m · Published
In this episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia podcast, hosts Hannah Goodin and Jon Nelson dive into the significance of high school football camps. They discuss how these camps help players and coaching staffs refine their skills, foster team bonding, and build competitive spirit ahead of the regular season. Special guest Roswell Head Coach Chris Prewett explains the value of camps, from preparing athletes for unexpected situations to building camaraderie among teammates. This heartfelt episode also touches on Roswell High School's annual 7-on-7 tournament, which honors the legacy of former quarterback Robbie Roper, who tragically died in 2021.
Beyond the Lights: Raising Champions
31m · Published
In this episode, host Hannah Goodin delves into the world of high school football recruiting through the eyes of Amy Hecklinski, mother of 2023 GPB Offensive Player of the Year Jeremy Hecklinski. Amy discusses the unique challenges and triumphs of raising a scholarship-level athlete, offering insights into the intense pressures, critical decisions, and pivotal moments that come with guiding a young athlete from high school to college football. Learn about the sacrifices, support, and values that shape a future football star, along with the role that family plays in nurturing talent. Whether you're a parent, coach, or sports enthusiast, this episode provides a compelling look at the journey from Friday night lights to the collegiate gridiron. Tune in for an inspiring and honest conversation about football, family, and the road to success.
Football Fridays in Georgia: Touchdowns and Transitions
32m · Published
In this episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia podcast, Jon Nelson and Hannah Goodin discuss the exciting world of high school football coaching transitions. They catch up with head coaches Maurice Freeman, Jeff Littleton, and Kurt Williams as they embark on new journeys and face new challenges.
Beyond the Lights: Officiating Under Pressure
27m · Published
Hannah Goodin delves into the world of high school football officiating with special guest James Arnold. With 38 years of officiating experience under his belt, James offers a unique perspective on what it takes to be a football official in Georgia. From handling pressure-packed moments on the field to navigating video review protocols, James shares invaluable insights into the challenges and rewards of officiating. Discover how officials are trained, evaluated, and constantly striving to improve, all while ensuring the integrity of the game. Gain a deeper understanding of the crucial role officials play in high school sports and learn how you can support them for a better game-day experience for everyone involved.
Football Fridays in Georgia: Hoops Edition
26m · Published
In this episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia podcast, host Jon Nelson explores the GHSA basketball championships. Coaches Jerry Hunter and Dr. Jeffrey Martin discuss the challenges and community impact of their teams' successes, while guest coach Geoffrey Pierce shares insights into the Grayson Rams' historic journey to their first state title.
Beyond the Lights: From Small Town Glory to Super Bowl Victory
14m · Published
Join host Hannah Goodin on another exciting episode of Football Fridays in Georgia: Beyond the Lights. In this special edition, we delve into the incredible journey of former Georgia high school football star, Mecole Hardman, who played a pivotal role in Kansas City's Super Bowl victory. However, our focus isn't just on the game-winning touchdown but on the man who guided Hardman during his high school days – Coach Sid Fritts.
Football Fridays in Georgia: Changes to Recruitment and National Signing Day
28m · Published
There have been changes to the recruitment process for high school football players. Early signing day and the transfer portal have changed the look of National Signing Day and the work it takes to move on to the next level. Jon and Hannah are joined by Colquitt County Head Coach Sean Calhoun, who had 17 players sign on to play in college, to discuss the inner workings of the recruitment process.
Beyond the Lights: The Most Dominant Program in Georgia
18m · Published
Beyond the Lights, hosted by Hannah Goodin, is a special edition of the Football Fridays in Georgia Podcast. Pulling back the curtain and finding out what really goes on into making high school sports in Georgia special. Today's guest is the head coach of themost dominant program in any sport in the state of Georgia, Southeast Bulloch Head Flag Football Coach Marci Cochran.
Football Fridays in Georgia: 2023 All-Star Championship Wrap-Up
55m · Published
On this episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia podcast, Hannah Goodin and Jon Nelson are joined by the Football Fridays in Georgia All-Stars to recap the 2023 GHSA Championships. Learn about first-time winners, triple-overtime games, and what the all-stars will keep track of during the off-season.
Football Fridays in Georgia: Championship All-Star Preview 2023
49m · Published
On this episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia podcast, Jon Nelson is joined by the Football Fridays in Georgia All-Stars to preview the 2023 GHSA Championships. Learn about an incredible South Georgia tailgating experience, the balance of talent across the state, and words of wisdom from GPB's very own Jake the Snake.
Football Fridays in Georgia has 158 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 79:25:32. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on March 5th 2023. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on May 12th, 2024 08:10.
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