Highway To Hoover

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge continue to preview the 2026 SEC season with our preview episode on Texas.00:00 Introduction and Previous Episodes Recap00:20 Texas Longhorns Season Overview01:18 Jim Schlossnagle's Tenure and Team Talent02:34 Pitching Staff Analysis04:04 Key Players and Transfers08:32 Lineup Strengths and Weaknesses14:26 Upcoming Season Expectations16:49 Conclusion and Future EpisodesHighway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge continue to preview the 2026 SEC season with our preview episode on Texas A&M.00:00 Introduction and Previous Episode Recap00:20 Reflecting on Texas A&M's 2025 Season01:27 Key Players and Injuries02:45 Highs and Lows of Last Season04:13 Looking Ahead: Team's Potential and Challenges08:56 Pitching Staff Analysis13:02 Defensive Concerns and Versatility16:07 Final Thoughts and Season Outlook18:54 Conclusion and Upcoming PreviewsHighway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge begin to preview the 2026 SEC baseball season with our preview episode on Vanderbilt.00:00 Welcome to Highway to Hoover01:27 Vanderbilt's 2025 Season Recap06:51 Analyzing Vanderbilt's 2026 Lineup12:02 Vanderbilt's Pitching Strengths17:11 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsHighway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge are joined by Alabama legend, eight-year big leaguer and ESPN color analyst Lance Cormier to get his takes on the current climate of SEC baseball, what he's looking forward to in the coming season, what it's like to be the father of a current SEC baseball player and much more.00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement01:01 Reflecting on Last Season's SEC Performance03:23 Excitement for the Upcoming Season04:44 Mississippi State's New Era06:02 College vs. Major League Coaching08:38 LSU's Dominance in College Baseball11:38 Top SEC Ballparks and Atmospheres14:15 SEC's Rise to Dominance16:42 Modern Amenities and Their Impact17:31 High-Tech Training at Georgia18:48 Evolution of College Baseball19:11 Youth Baseball Advancements19:48 Recruiting and Training Programs20:53 Changes in Game Strategy22:39 Transfer Portal Impact26:25 Being an SEC Baseball Dad31:17 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsHighway To Hoover, a production SEC Extra on D1Baseball, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge discuss the news of Kevin O'Sullivan returning to the Florida dugout before going into deep dives on fall practice for Oklahoma and Tennessee.00:00 Introduction00:38 Christmas Season and Programming Note02:51 Florida Gators Coaching Update07:18 Oklahoma Sooners Fall Report19:48 Oklahoma's Catcher Situation21:01 Freshman Impact: Alec Blair22:40 Tennessee's Offseason23:49 Pitching Concerns for Tennessee?28:24 Position Flexibility and Key Players30:30 Sophomore Class and Team Potential31:38 Key Reliever Concerns35:32 Season Preview and Final ThoughtsTennessee Fall Report: https://d1baseball.com/fall-report/2025-tennessee/Oklahoma Fall Report: https://d1baseball.com/fall-report/2025-oklahoma/Florida Fall Report: https://d1baseball.com/fall-report/2025-florida/Highway To Hoover, a production D1Baseball's SEC Extra, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway To Hoover, Joe Healy is joined by Kendall Rogers to talk Texas & Texas A&M baseball, Mike Rooney to talk Vanderbilt baseball, and Aaron Fitt to talk Kentucky baseball.00:00 Introduction00:54 Kentucky Baseball with Aaron Fitt33:09 Vanderbilt Baseball with Mike Rooney49:29 Texas A&M Baseball with Kendall Rogers57:55 Texas Rogers with Kendall Rogers1:08:10 Wrapping UpHighway To Hoover, a production SEC Extra on D1Baseball, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy is joined by new Tennessee head coach Josh Elander to discuss his first few weeks on the job, recent staff changes and additions, and much more.00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement00:44 Tennessee Head Coach Josh Elander's Early Days04:33 Staff Changes and New Additions10:22 Fall Training and Team Dynamics12:49 Facility Upgrades and Fan Experience14:19 On-Field Performance and Position Battles19:40 Pitching Staff and Competition24:38 ConclusionHighway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy, Mark Etheridge and Aaron Fitt draft all-star teams of incoming SEC transfers. Aaron is looking to repeat as champion, while Joe and Mark look to reverse their fortunes from a year ago.00:00 Introduction and Welcome01:36 Recap of Last Year's SEC Transfer Draft03:05 Draft Order and Ground Rules04:10 First-Round Picks06:25 Second-Round Picks07:42 Third-Round Picks09:05 Fourth-Round Picks11:19 Fifth-Round Picks14:26 Sixth-Round Picks17:49 Seventh-Round Picks20:40 Eighth-Round Picks24:27 Ninth-Round Picks26:34 Drafting Outfielders and Pitchers28:02 First-Base Picks and LSU Flavor29:50 South Carolina and Auburn Pitching Prospects32:16 Relievers and Final Picks44:45 Discussing Overlooked Players50:33 Closing Remarks and Future PlansHighway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge discuss Joe's trip to see South Carolina, Auburn and Florida and Mark's look at LSU.00:00 Welcome to Highway to Hoover00:12 Fall Travels Recap02:57 South Carolina Baseball Insights14:26 Auburn Baseball Analysis24:47 Griffin Graves' Standout Performance26:50 Florida's Talent and Challenges28:20 Cade Kurland's Maturity at Bat35:14 LSU's Windy Game and Key Players46:23 Upcoming SEC Transfer DraftHighway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge discuss Mark's recent trip to see Florida and Georgia, and they preview their trips to see South Carolina, Auburn and LSU this weekend.00:00 Welcome and Introduction03:20 In-Depth Look at Florida Gators04:16 Spotlight on Tom Slater06:24 Florida Gators: Key Players and Performances16:48 Transition to Georgia Bulldogs17:15 Georgia Bulldogs: Roster and Key Players18:31 Key Returnees and New Faces for the Bulldogs19:26 First-Base Competition for Georgia20:01 Impact Player: Kenny Ishikawa from Seattle21:04 Freshmen and Transfers to Watch23:42 Offensive Strategy and Early-Season Expectations26:57 Upcoming Games and Key Matchups31:54 LSU: The Team to Beat34:00 Wrapping Up and Future EpisodesHighway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge discuss Josh Elander's hiring at Tennessee, Mark's in-person looks at Alabama and Mississippi State, and more.00:00 Welcome to Highway to Hoover00:35 Fall Weather and SEC Updates02:26 Tennessee's New Head Coach: Josh Elander13:43 Oklahoma's Fall Doubleheader Dominance16:30 Auburn's Banana Ball Experience18:58 Kentucky's Fall Doubleheader Against Morehead State21:59 Alabama and Mississippi State Fall Insights24:36 Analyzing Zane Adams' Performance27:04 Freshman Standouts: Myles Upchurch and Others32:45 Mississippi State's Roster Depth42:14 Upcoming Games and Key Players to Watch49:06 Conclusion and Sponsor AcknowledgmentHighway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge discuss Tony Vitello leaving Tennessee to manage the San Francisco Giants and the fallout of that decision in Knoxville. They also touch on the news that Florida head coach Kevin O'Sullivan is taking an indefinite leave of absence.00:00 Introduction and Hosts00:11 Tony Vitello's Move to the Giants03:26 Impact on College Baseball10:10 Tennessee's Future Without Vitello22:33 Potential Candidates for Tennessee34:08 Kevin O'Sullivan's Leave of Absence37:11 Conclusion and ThanksHighway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this emergency episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Kendall Rogers is joined by Kyle Peterson and Chris Burke to discuss Tony Vitello's unprecedented move from Tennessee head coach to San Francisco Giants manager.00:00 Introduction and Big News01:14 Tony Vitello's Career Highlights02:21 Immediate Reactions from the Panel05:03 Challenges and Opportunities for Tony Vitello10:33 Comparisons and Expectations26:52 Impact on Tennessee Baseball30:49 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsThe D1Baseball Podcast is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you'll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at Academy.com.D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge catch up on fall storylines. They discuss Joe's in-person looks at Arkansas and Missouri before moving on to all of the exhibition game results of the last few weeks.00:00 Introduction and Host Updates01:37 Fall Ball Overview and Notebooks04:10 Arkansas Fall Ball Insights14:43 Missouri Fall Ball Analysis22:34 Exhibition Game Roundup27:04 Excitement for Texas Baseball27:26 Aiden Robbins: The Next Big Hitter?28:28 Ole Miss Fall Performance30:54 Kentucky's Impressive Comeback32:16 Kentucky's Depth and Potential40:18 Texas A&M's Fall Games44:30 Vanderbilt's Fall Exhibition51:47 Upcoming Fall Baseball ScheduleHighway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy is joined by Nathan Wooldridge of Peak Events, the event company behind the early-season tournaments in Frisco, Round Rock, Jacksonville and Las Vegas. They discuss the history of the company, what goes on behind the scenes in putting these events on, how they chose the host cities for the events and much more.00:00 Introduction and Programming Note00:47 Welcome and Guest Introduction01:34 History of Peak Events03:49 Challenges and Successes of Organizing Tournaments05:24 Philanthropic Partnerships08:05 Behind the Scenes of Tournament Organization16:43 Networking and Building Relationships22:47 Future Events and Market Strategies29:39 Conclusion and FarewellHighway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy is joined by Patrick Ebert to discuss SEC players who played in the Northwoods League.00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction01:07 Overview of the Northwoods League03:20 Comparing Northwoods League to Cape Cod League04:47 Breakout Players in the Northwoods League06:58 Ethan Surowiec: A Rising Star12:23 Henry Allen: A Promising Talent16:18 JP Robertson: A Pitching Prospect20:33 Troy's Aaron Piasecki A Standout Performer24:23 Impressive Stats and Recruitment Insights25:20 Erik Parker: Georgia-to-South Carolina Transfer26:59 Carson Hansen: From UW Milwaukee to Kentucky29:24 John Pearson: LSU's Promising Talent32:05 Junior College Coaches' Impact on Division One35:05 Rising Stars: Jake Reigert, Tate Strickland, and Sam Erickson41:05 Concluding Thoughts and FarewellHighway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge discuss the recently released SEC conference schedule.00:00 Welcome and Introduction00:12 Excitement Over SEC Schedule Drop00:50 Sponsorship Shoutout01:15 Deep Dive into SEC Schedules03:12 Philosophical Debate on Tough vs. Soft Schedules06:00 Analyzing Home vs. Away Games13:37 Spotlight on Mississippi State and Georgia17:36 Discussion on Easier Schedules23:33 Game Time: Series Selection33:39 Tough Road Series for Arkansas33:53 Auburn's Rising Program35:16 Tennessee at Georgia: SEC Weekend Opener36:47 Debating Key Series: Georgia at Arkansas38:50 Texas at Auburn: Early-Season Excitement40:15 LSU at Georgia: Late-Season Showdown41:38 Auburn at Alabama: The Iron Diamond43:28 South Carolina at LSU: Paul Mainieri's Return45:46 Florida at Georgia: Rivalry and Redemption47:26 LSU at Mississippi State: Atmosphere and Anticipation50:49 Tennessee at Vanderbilt: A Heated Rivalry52:09 Mississippi State at Ole Miss: The Ultimate Rivalry55:16 Texas at Tennessee: Top Five Matchup57:41 Texas at Texas A&M: The Slosh Bowl01:05:25 Concluding Thoughts and Upcoming EpisodesHighway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge react to their recent interviews with LSU's Jay Johnson and Mississippi State's Brian O'Connor before previewing fall ball across the SEC.00:00 Welcome and Episode Overview01:23 Sponsorship Shoutout02:44 Jay Johnson Interview Insights12:51 Brian O'Connor Interview Insights20:56 2025 Season Recap and 2026 Projections28:35 Kentucky's Pitching Potential32:33 Tennessee's Transfer Class33:06 Texas' Strong Roster34:01 Fall Plans and Team Visits34:49 Arkansas' Competitive Fall36:54 Missouri's Pitching and Offense39:31 South Carolina and Florida Previews41:23 Auburn's Newcomers42:01 October Weekend Plans44:58 Mississippi State and Florida State in Pensacola46:36 Georgia and LSU Previews48:50 Conclusion and Listener AppreciationHighway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge are joined by new Mississippi State head coach Brian O'Connor to discuss his decision to take the job this summer, his thoughts on the roster he and his coaching staff has ready for 2026 and much more.00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview01:43 Interview with Coach Brian O'Connor Begins02:11 Coach O'Connor on Mississippi State Opportunity03:36 Adjusting to Mississippi State and SEC06:30 Building and Managing the Team15:19 Fall Season and Player Development21:25 Freshmen and Transfers Impact26:23 Fall Exhibitions and Future Plans28:48 Conclusion and Upcoming EpisodesHighway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy discusses SEC prospects in the Cape Cod League for Brewster, Hyannis and Harwich before being joined by Florida sophomore Brendan Lawson.00:00 Welcome to Highway to Hoover00:06 Special Episode Overview01:47 Housekeeping and Announcements07:03 Brewster Whitecaps Standouts13:33 Hyannis Harbor Hawks Highlights18:21 Harwich Mariners Prospects22:37 Impressive Performance by Matthew Heiberger23:28 Rundown of Brewster, Hyannis, and Harwich Players23:49 Interview with Florida Sophomore Infielder Brendan Lawson24:26 Brendan Lawson's Canadian Baseball Journey27:41 Influence of Canadian Baseball Players30:59 Musical Tastes and Guitar Playing32:59 Freshman Season at Florida and Cape Cod League Experience35:17 Community Work and NIL Opportunities43:09 Looking Ahead to the Upcoming Season44:00 Conclusion and ThanksHighway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.