This special All-Star episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia podcast previews the high school football season just five weeks out. Jon and Hannah are joined by top journalists from across the state to break down major coaching changes, rising programs, and key regional storylines. The episode also explores broader issues like GHSA reclassification and what it means for teams statewide.
In this episode of the podcast, Jon and Hannah highlight a few of the student-athletes who have signed scholarships after being featured on GPB's Make That Kid an Offer segment during the Football Fridays in Georgia halftime show.
“My office has the largest archive of Macon memorabilia outside the Washington County Library,” said Atlanta Intellectual Property/ Internet attorney Pete Wellborn with a smile, “the 1897 city phone book, the Macon Peaches baseball cards, ancient Coca Cola bottles, and photos of my grandfather’s restaurant, all here.”
In the final Football Fridays in Georgia Podcast episode of the season, Jon Nelson is joined by the FFIG All-Stars to break down all 12 GHSA State Championship games. Four flag football championships, eight tackle football championships, and one final 2024 episode.
Join Jon and Hannah as they break down the big upsets from the state quarterfinals and the Ju Ju Lewis injury news. Plus, they take a look forward to the semi-finals with Fitzgerald head coach Tucker Pruitt and Buford head coach Bryant Appling. Both teams are no strangers to the championships, the Purple Hurricane have been in the finals 3 of the past 4 seasons and Buford is… well… Buford.
Happy Thanksgiving Football Week! On this episode, Hannah and Jon talk with Langston Hughes head coach Boone Williams and Thomasville head coach Jonathan DeLay. Both coaches are very familiar with Thanksgiving Day practices and making a run at a title. They share their thoughts on keeping players focused, holiday practice traditions, and stuffing vs. dressing.
The GHSA Playoffs are in full swing. On this episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia podcast, Hannah and Jon catch up with Ware County head coach Jason Strickland and Houston County head coach Jeremy Edwards.
The Football Fridays in Georgia Podcast All-Stars join Jon Nelson to preview the 2024 playoffs. Join Todd Holcomb of the Georgia High School Football Daily, Jack Patterson of WRBL - Columbus, Marvin James of 13WMAZ in Macon, Phil Jones of ITG Next, and the voice of Football Fridays in Georgia, Matt Stewart as they share their views on the 2024 GHSA playoff picture.
In this episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia podcast, the team explores the intense final weeks of the high school football regular season, with playoffs just around the corner. While some region champions have been crowned, other parts of the state are facing mathematical complications to see who will reign in their respective region. Special guests include Lowndes Vikings head coach Adam Carter and Fannin County head coach Chad Cheatham.
In this action-packed episode, we cover Richmond Hill's stunning upset over Valdosta, Roswell's region title push, and other key matchups around the state. Plus, you may discover your new favorite restaurant after suggestions from the Richmond Hill and Roswell coaches and hosts Hannah and Jon.
This episode of Football Fridays in Georgia explores the latest developments in the GHSA, including safety initiatives, competitive balance discussions, and schedule changes. In-depth interviews with coaches Shane Queen of North Cobb and Matt Burleson of Telfair County provide insights into the challenges and rewards of coaching in the new six-classification system and navigating the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.
