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On this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James get you ready for No. 6 Notre Dame's season opener at No. 10 Miami. The Irish will play in Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday with a chance to make a statement. What does Notre Dame football need to get ironed out in the final week of preparation? And what are the Irish up against in Miami Gardens, Fla.? They discussed: • Final depth chart predictions ahead of Tuesday's official program release • Notre Dame's biggest strengths heading into Sunday's game • What the Irish should be most concerned about internally • What to expect from this Miami team • The latest Notre Dame recruiting updates with an appearance from Mike Singer • Predictions for the 2025 season Plus, they answered questions live from viewers. Football Never Sleeps is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors: https://www.academy.com/c/backpack Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EDT. Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube? Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames

On this special episode of Highway to Hoover, Mark Etheridge is joined by LSU head coach Jay Johnson to discuss the Tigers' run to the 2025 national championship, the 2026 team and much more.00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:29 Jay Johnson's Journey to LSU02:13 Reflecting on Last Season's Offense04:46 Pitching Development and Key Players10:06 Challenges and Changes in College Baseball17:34 Upcoming Season and Player Insights28:49 Scheduling and Future Plans30:07 Final 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.

Former Notre Dame quarterback Tony Rice (1987-89) joins the Third & Gold Podcast to discuss his playing against Miami, Notre Dame's national championship drought, how to stay ready as a backup quarterback, his advice for new starter CJ Carr, head coach Marcus Freeman's leadership, the impact of Proposition 48, his life beyond Notre Dame and more. Then Eric Hansen and Tyler James answer questions from X/Twitter and The Lou Somogyi Board (23:08). Third & Gold Podcast is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors: https://www.academy.com/c/backpack Subscribe for weekly Notre Dame football analysis, interviews and updates — all season long. For more Notre Dame sports coverage: https://www.blueandgold.com/ Eric Hansen on X/Twitter: https://x.com/EHansenND Tyler James on X/Twitter: https://x.com/TJamesND

On this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James take you inside Notre Dame Football's quarterback showdown — a high-stakes battle between CJ Carr and Kenny Minchey that's barreling toward a photo finish. Why hasn't Marcus Freeman named a starter following Sunday's intrasquad scrimmage? Is it a red flag — or a sign of real strength at the position? They discussed: • How OC Mike Denbrock is evolving the offense to fit the QB duel • Latest updates on position battles, including right guard • Why Jeremiyah Love could be the key in the kick return game • Special teams buzz, including coverage units and returners • Quotes and takeaways from Denbrock and DC Chris Ash • The latest Notre Dame recruiting updates Plus, they answered questions live from viewers. Football Never Sleeps is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors: https://www.academy.com/c/backpack Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EDT. Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube? Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy is joined by David Seifert, Director of College Scouting for D1Baseball and PrepBaseball.com, to discuss SEC prospects in the Cape Cod League for Bourne, Wareham, Cotuit and Falmouth. That group includes Arkansas slugger Kuhio Aloy, Auburn incoming transfer infielder Ryne Farber and CCBL MVP and incoming Arkansas transfer Maika Niu, among others.00:00 Welcome and Introduction00:37 Sponsorship Message01:11 Cape Cod Baseball League Experience03:36 Bourne Braves Championship and Key Players06:43 Vanderbilt Prospects Spotlight13:18 Wareham Gatemen Highlights15:30 Tennessee's Levi Clark: A Special Talent15:55 Hayden Yost: Florida's Outfield Gem17:05 Ryne Farber: Auburn's Solid Acquisition18:39 Camden Johnson: Oklahoma's New Third Baseman20:31 Maika Niu: Arkansas' Rising Star23:51 Deven Sheerin: LSU's Bullpen Hopeful25:47 Bear Harrison: Texas A&M's Powerhouse Catcher27:18 Justin Osterhouse: Alabama's Versatile Infielder29:34 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 week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James break down the latest from Notre Dame football's preseason training camp. From injury news to the ongoing quarterback competition, they deliver insider analysis and key takeaways as the Irish prepare for the season opener at Miami on Aug. 31. They discussed: • The impact of lost seasons for RB Kedren Young and TE Kevin Bauman • Which positions Notre Dame can least afford an injury • How the quarterback competition continues to play out • Developments on Notre Dame's offensive and defensive lines • If the wide receiver improvement feels real • And the latest in recruiting with a commitment from three-star DT Elijah Golden Plus, they answered questions live from viewers. Football Never Sleeps is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors: https://www.academy.com/c/backpack Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will be live on Monday at 7 p.m. EDT. Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube? Visit here: https://www.youtube.com/@HansenAndJames

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy is joined by Aaron Fitt to discuss SEC prospects who played on the Cape for Chatham, Yarmouth-Dennis and Orleans this summer. That group includes standout catchers like Georgia's Daniel Jackson and Auburn's Chase Fralick, CCBL pitcher of the year Tyler Pitzer and Jacksonville-to-Florida outfielder Jaden Bastian.00:00 Introduction and Host Banter00:25 Cape Cod League Prospects Overview01:09 Summer Baseball Coverage Highlights02:04 Focus on Chatham Team and Key Players03:25 Daniel Jackson's Summer Performance06:51 Henry Ford's Transition to Tennessee12:59 Ethan Mendoza's Impact at Texas14:56 Chase Fralick's Development at Auburn18:52 Ashton Larson's Move to Texas21:44 Mississippi State Pitchers to Watch27:40 Cam Johnson's Potential at Oklahoma32:51 Gavyn Jones' Summer Progress34:22 Nate Taylor's Transfer to Vanderbilt37:55 Chris Hacopian: Maryland Transfer to Texas A&M41:58 Jack Arcamone: Richmond Catcher to Georgia43:18 Tyler Pitzer: South Carolina to Mississippi State45:53 Incoming Transfers on Orleans48:13 Bonus Players and Observations58:44 Cape Cod League 50/50 Raffles and Fun Anecdotes01:03:22 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 and Mark Etheridge discuss post-MLB Draft signing deadline storylines throughout the SEC. We discuss which teams had pleasant surprises, which teams had things work against and which teams weren't sweating the deadline at all.00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back05:07 MLB Draft Deadline Overview05:41 Arkansas Draft Recap14:09 Alabama Draft Recap18:10 LSU Draft Recap23:27 Mississippi State Draft Recap26:53 Ole Miss Draft Recap31:55 Texas Draft Recap35:47 Texas A&M Draft Recap38:23 Reflecting on Texas A&M's Rollercoaster Season40:47 South Carolina's Transfer Portal Success43:15 Tennessee's Roster Changes and Key Players46:30 Missouri's Missed Opportunities51:25 Florida's Key Retentions and Additions54:19 Oklahoma's Mixed Draft Outcomes01:00:10 Vanderbilt's Draft and Transfer Insights01:03:21 Auburn's Draft and Transfer Highlights01:05:35 Kentucky's Strategic Retentions01:09:01 Georgia's Roster Overhaul01:13:04 Concluding Thoughts and Future OutlookHighway 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 Shooter Hunt of Prep Baseball to discuss the SEC commits who took part in USA Baseball's 18U national team trials. They talk about the nine Texas players who took part, who the standouts were in the trials, under-the-radar players to watch and much more.00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction01:51 Overview of the 2026 Prep Class03:38 Texas Longhorns Recruiting Highlights08:58 LSU and Tennessee Recruiting Standouts15:32 Analyzing Landon Thome16:25 Gary Morse and Tyler Putnam: Rising Stars17:45 Spotlight on Kevin Roberts19:23 Aiden Ruiz: Everyone's Favorite Player21:21 Jorvorskie Lane: Raw Athleticism23:33 Underrated Talents: Shawn Sullivan and Trey Ebel26:21 Vanderbilt's Interesting Class28:28 TCU's Promising Future30:57 Concluding Thoughts and Future ProspectsHighway 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 David Seifert, director of college scouting for D1Baseball and Prep Baseball, to discuss their impressions of the SEC players who took part in Collegiate National Team camp earlier this month. 00:00 Welcome David Seifert!01:05 Collegiate National Team Overview03:21 Right-Handed Pitchers Analysis10:36 Left-Handed Pitchers Analysis13:59 Catcher Evaluations16:42 A Promising Power Hitter18:05 Infield Prospects23:40 Spotlight on Ace Reese26:44 Other Notable SEC Players32:49 Wrapping Up: Final Thoughts and FarewellHighway To Hoover 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 recap the 2025 MLB Draft from an SEC perspective by discussing which teams are bringing freshman superstars to campus, which teams got hit hard and other storylines from the week's event.00:00 Welcome and Introduction03:37 Big Picture Takeaways from the Draft05:14 Impact of NIL and Scholarships on Draft Decisions11:19 Conference Draft Recap14:43 Tennessee's Draft Impact21:36 Mississippi State's Draft Impact26:17 LSU's Recruitment Challenges and Successes31:10 Kentucky's Steady Progress33:26 Alabama's Draft Outcomes34:37 Auburn's Draft Surprises36:50 Missouri's Recruitment Hopes39:57 Texas and the Impact of Returning Players43:22 Concluding Thoughts 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 overlooked storylines in the SEC. They go team-by-team and talk about one storyline for each team that didn't get enough of their attention over the course of the season.00:00 Introduction and Overlooked Storylines Overview02:49 Listener Engagement and Umpire Insider05:02 Overlooked Storylines: Texas and Vanderbilt09:41 Overlooked Storylines: Texas A&M and Georgia15:54 Overlooked Storylines: Arkansas and Tennessee22:26 Overlooked Storylines: Ole Miss and Florida26:09 Bobby Boser's Versatility and Impact28:11 Auburn's Freshman Surge and Sam Dutton's Redemption31:41 Oklahoma's Bullpen Strength34:32 Alabama's Midweek Dominance38:25 Kentucky's Consistent Success44:48 Mississippi State's Two-Way Star48:39 South Carolina's Bright Spot55:14 Missouri's Struggles and Jackson Lovich's Standout Season01:00:46 Conclusion 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 put a bow on the 2025 College World Series and LSU's eighth national championship. They put LSU's success into a historical context, discuss the idea that this is a new golden age for the Tigers and talk about what made this particular team special.00:00 Introduction and Season Recap00:34 LSU's Championship Journey02:18 Key Players and Performances08:44 Coaching Strategies and Decisions13:27 Umpiring Controversies21:07 Heckling and Umpire Reactions22:16 The Role of Technology in Umpiring23:12 Comparing Baseball to Other Sports25:25 LSU's Baseball Legacy32:53 Challenges of Recruiting During Championships38:17 Jay Johnson's Coaching Impact44:42 Conclusion and Future OutlookHighway 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 recap LSU's run to the CWS finals, including two victories over Arkansas, and look ahead to the Tigers' matchup for the national title against Coastal Carolina.00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message00:09 Recap of the LSU vs. Arkansas Game05:56 Breakdown of Critical Plays14:55 Arkansas' Struggles and Reflections19:59 LSU's Path and Performance21:58 LSU's Impressive Season Recap22:33 Pitching Strategies and Key Players26:02 Coastal's Consistency and Strengths28:48 Championship Matchup Analysis36:50 Final Thoughts and Predictions40:38 Series Schedule and 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 and Mark Etheridge recap the SEC's weekend in super regionals and preview the mammoth Saturday night showdown in Omaha between Arkansas and LSU. They also discuss recent coaching news around the conference.00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview01:38 Super Regionals Recap: Arkansas vs. Tennessee05:17 The Health of College Baseball12:27 Omaha Preview: Arkansas vs. LSU22:23 Coastal Carolina's Impressive Run26:04 Auburn's Season and Future Prospects29:25 Coaching Changes and Speculations41:02 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 and Mark Etheridge preview the super regionals involving SEC teams and take a quick look back at regional weekend to discuss where it all went wrong for the league to only have four teams advance.00:00 Welcome and Episode Overview00:48 Disappointing SEC Regional Performance03:11 Analyzing Individual Team Performances08:56 Impact of Transfer Portal and NIL15:36 Looking Ahead to Super Regionals15:43 Fayetteville Super Regional Preview23:11 Auburn Super Regional Preview29:20 LSU's Unexpected Challenge and Upcoming Matchup33:59 LSU's Home Field Advantage and Mental Game35:44 West Virginia's Pitching Strategy38:42 Ole Miss vs. Murray State: A Detailed Breakdown46:15 Ole Miss' Season and Future Prospects50:53 SEC Teams' Regional Performances57:15 Mississippi State's Coaching Changes59:21 Vanderbilt's Disappointing Exit01:00:23 Georgia and Alabama's Regional Challenges01:04:37 Super Regional Weekend Coverage Plans01:05:37 Conclusion and Sponsor AcknowledgementsHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtraSee 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 preview all 13 regionals involving SEC teams, beginning with those hosted by SEC teams and working their way through those where a team from the conference is a two or three seed.00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message02:10 Vanderbilt Regional Breakdown08:18 Texas Regional Breakdown13:52 Arkansas Regional Breakdown18:37 Auburn Regional Breakdown22:47 LSU Regional Breakdown26:20 Georgia Regional Breakdown31:05 Ole Miss Regional Breakdown37:00 Tennessee's Regional Breakdown41:52 Alabama's Tough Path46:42 Mississippi State's Challenge52:02 Oklahoma's Strategic Moves55:55 Kentucky's Regional Strategy01:00:24 Florida's Battle in Conway01:07:47 Weekend Preview and Final ThoughtsHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtraSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In episode 482 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Matt McCabe, executive vice president and chief merchandising officer at Academy Sports + Outdoors, one of the nation's largest sporting goods and outdoor stores. Listen in as McCabe discusses the addition of the Jordan Brand into 145 of its stores and its e-commerce site…

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge deep dive into the SEC Tournament bracket as play gets underway on Tuesday.00:00 Introduction and Overview01:24 Tournament Format and Implications03:22 Team Strategies and Key Players05:46 Tuesday Matchups Preview22:07 Mississippi State vs Texas A&M24:36 Mississippi State's Home Run Strategy24:59 Texas A&M's Pitching Dilemma25:58 The Bubble Team Challenge27:03 Second Round Matchups Preview28:28 Tennessee's Bullpen Concerns32:25 Georgia's Offensive Key to Success35:02 Ole Miss: The Consistent Contender37:55 Auburn's Young Talent41:45 Top Four Teams Analysis42:50 Vanderbilt's Winning Formula44:42 Arkansas: The Balanced Powerhouse47:54 New Tournament Format Benefits50:11 Final Thoughts and Coverage PlansHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtraSee 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 David Seifert, Director of Scouting for D1Baseball and Prep Baseball, to talk 2025 draft prospects in the SEC. They discuss Jace LaViolette's recent drop from the top spot in the rankings, Kade Anderson's jump up the rankings, Wehiwa Aloy as the top shortstops in the SEC and much more.00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message01:45 Evaluating Jace LaViolette03:35 Top Shortstop Prospects: Wehiwa Aloy and Gavin Kilen05:01 Transfer Portal Impact on Player Stock06:19 Dean Curley's Defensive Struggles08:27 AJ Russell's Limited Pitching Evaluation11:35 Kade Anderson's Rising Stock13:48 Kyson Witherspoon: Top Righthander14:55 Concerns About Jared Jones17:01 Jake Clemente: From Starter to Bullpen Dominator19:58 Evaluating RJ Austin's Potential22:34 Charles Davalan: The Under-the-Radar Star24:12 SEC Pop-Up Prospects to Watch27:37 Undervalued SEC Prospects31:21 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtraSee 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 recap Weekend 13 around the SEC. They discuss LSU's series win over Arkansas, Missouri's shocking road sweep of Texas A&M, Vanderbilt continuing to impress and much more.00:00 Introduction and Weekend Recap00:34 Sponsorship Message00:59 SEC Teams' Postseason Prospects02:17 LSU and Arkansas Analysis08:43 Florida and Vanderbilt Insights14:48 Tennessee's Struggles21:41 Missouri's Upset Over Texas A&M26:57 Upcoming Series and Implications30:29 Mississippi State's Impressive Victory34:01 Ole Miss' Hosting Chances37:04 Alabama vs. Georgia Series Recap45:08 Kentucky's Regional Prospects53:58 Auburn's Sweep of South Carolina01:01:31 Conclusion and Upcoming EventsHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtraSee 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 Nick Marcinko of GatorsCountry.com to talk Florida baseball. They discuss what has led to Florida's second half turnaround in the SEC, Luke Heyman's big leap, players who have taken advantage of opportunities created by injuries, the importance of Liam Peterson and much more.00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message00:10 Florida Gators' Unexpected Rise00:51 Injuries and Turnaround Insights03:49 Offensive Consistency and Key Players06:22 Luke Heyman's Impact09:47 Colby Shelton's Injury Update12:22 Emerging Players Stepping Up15:50 Pitching Staff Challenges and Key Performers29:00 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtraSee 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 recap Weekend 12 around the SEC. They discuss what ails Tennessee, Arkansas' emphatic sweep of Texas, Mississippi State and Florida continuing to push for the postseason, and much more.00:00 Welcome and Introduction01:08 Auburn vs. Tennessee Recap03:12 Tennessee's Struggles and Future Outlook14:00 Vanderbilt's Comeback Against Alabama21:34 Arkansas Sweeps Texas29:17 Mississippi State Sweeps Kentucky36:08 Mississippi State's Postseason Potential38:20 Florida's Resurgence and Challenges38:45 South Carolina's Struggles and Future48:25 Texas A&M vs. LSU: Key Takeaways56:59 Oklahoma's Quiet Climb01:03:32 Georgia Sweeps Missouri01:09:57 Previewing the SEC TournamentHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtraSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this bonus episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge react to Mississippi State's surprising in-season firing of head coach Chris Lemonis.00:00 Introduction00:47 Mississippi State Coaching Change Announcement02:25 Initial Reactions to the News03:36 Implications of the Timing04:58 Future Prospects for Mississippi State05:34 Potential Coaching Candidates07:13 Challenges and Opportunities Ahead12:26 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up21:50 Closing Remarks and Programming NoteHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtraSee 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 recap Weekend 11 around the SEC. They discuss how Texas managed to sweep Texas A&M, LSU's resilience in a series win over Tennessee, Florida's upset series win over Arkansas and much more.00:00 Welcome and Sponsor Shoutout02:26 Texas vs. Texas A&M Series Recap14:06 LSU's Dramatic Win Over Tennessee24:49 Georgia's Series Win Against Oklahoma32:02 Oklahoma's Offensive Strategy and Concerns34:33 Ole Miss vs. Vanderbilt Series Recap38:44 Florida's Resilience Against Arkansas42:56 Auburn's Victory Over Mississippi State51:07 Kentucky's Improvement and Future Prospects56:58 Alabama's Sweep of Missouri01:02:39 Concluding Thoughts and ReflectionsHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtraSee 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 Toby Rowland, the voice of the Oklahoma Sooners, to talk OU baseball. They discuss the importance of veterans Jaxon Willits and Easton Carmichael in the lineup, the treat of getting to watch Kyson Witherspoon pitch every week, the potential usage plan for Cam Johnson moving forward and much more.00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction01:18 Unique Broadcast Experience from Right Field03:33 Team Performance and Surprises05:00 Challenges of SEC Competition08:51 Key Players and Their Impact14:25 Pitching Highlights and Prospects20:52 Bullpen and Future Potential24:54 Conclusion and Sign-OffHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtraSee 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 Aaron Fitt to recap Weekend 10 around the SEC. They discuss Texas continuing its run of strong play and No. 1 ranking, how worried we should be about top teams that lost series over the weekend and how the committee will deal with unbalanced conference schedules.00:00 Introduction02:09 Texas Baseball Dominance10:14 Auburn's Performance and Freshmen Impact12:15 Unexpected Series Results and Worry Meter17:32 The Mystique of Tennessee Baseball20:06 Georgia's Home and Away Performance23:24 LSU's Season Recap and Future Prospects26:20 Mississippi State and Oklahoma's Recent Games28:49 The Impact of Conference Strength on Postseason Selection32:22 Closing Remarks and Upcoming PlansHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtraSee 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 Adam Cole of the Montgomery Advertiser to talk Auburn baseball. They discuss the team's sweep of LSU over the weekend, the individual performances of Sam Dutton and Cade Fisher, the freshman position players taking the SEC by storm and much more.00:00 Introduction and Episode Sponsor00:11 Auburn Baseball Overview01:45 Recent Performance Against LSU04:14 Pitching Staff Analysis14:38 Freshman Impact and Key Players21:40 Looking Ahead: Upcoming Challenges27:16 Final Thoughts and ConclusionHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtraSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.   Justin and his guest, Jeff Strege, Senior Director for Risk Management at Academy Sports + Outdoors, explore what led Jeff to risk management, and the path that led to Academy Sports + Outdoors within the sporting goods and outdoor retail space. Jeff comments on his work building out the ERM framework at Academy to improve claims management, employee safety, and liability prevention. Jeff shares his approach to workers' compensation and Academy Sports + Outdoors's goal to help the workers recover and return to work. In addition to career insights, they discuss Jeff's upcoming panel participation in HUB's webinar on April 17th, “From Defense to Prevention: Strengthening Your Liability Risk Management Approach,” covering topics such as third-party litigation funding and its impact on the industry.   Listen to Jeff's wisdom, born from experience, on managing your risk career. Key Takeaways: [:01] About RIMS and RIMScast. [:14] Registration is open for RISKWORLD 2025. Engage Today and Embrace Tomorrow with RIMS, from May 4th through May 7th in Chicago, Illinois. Register at RIMS.org/RISKWORLD. [:25] After you register, visit your App Store, search for RIMS Events, and download the RIMS Events App. Select RISKWORLD 2025, load the show onto your phone, and start building your RISKWORLD itinerary! [:41] About this episode of RIMScast. Our guest is former RIMS Houston Chapter President, Jeff Strege. We will talk about his career and how ERM continues to play a pivotal role today. [1:08] RIMS-CRMP Workshops! As part of RIMS's continuing strategic partnership with Purima, we have a two-day course coming up on April 22nd and 23rd. Links to these courses can be found through the Certification page of RIMS.org and this episode's show notes. [1:28] Virtual Workshops! On June 12th, Pat Saporito will host “Managing Data for ERM” and will return on June 26th to present the very popular new course, “Generative AI for Risk Management”. [1:45] A link to the full schedule of virtual workshops can be found on the RIMS.org/education and RIMS.org/education/online-learning pages. A link is also in this episode's show notes. [1:56] RISKWORLD registration is open. Engage Today and Embrace Tomorrow, from May 4th through 7th in Chicago. Register at RIMS.org/RISKWORLD. Also, remember that there will be lots of pre-conference workshops being held in Chicago just ahead of RISKWORLD. [2:14] These courses include “Applying and Integrating ERM,” “Captives as an Alternate Risk Financing Technique,” “Contractual Risk Transfer,” “Fundamentals of Insurance,” “Fundamentals of Risk Management,” RIMS-CRMP Exam Prep, and more! The links are in the show notes. [2:33] The Spencer Educational Foundation is having a Flash Sale for sponsorships at RISKWORLD! Sponsorship pricing has been reduced for the Spencer-CNA Pickleball Social on Saturday, May 3rd, and the Spencer-Gallagher Golf Tournament on Sunday, May 4th. [2:51] Sponsorships are still available for the Spencer-Sedgwick 5K Fun Run on Tuesday, May 6th. Visit Spencered.org/riskworld2025 to learn about these opportunities and more. Also, reach out to Spencer's Executive Director Megan Miller at MMiller@Spencered.org. [3:13] Our guest today is Jeff Strege. He is the Senior Director for Risk Management at Academy Sports + Outdoors. Academy is one of the U.S.'s largest sporting goods and outdoor stores with 301 locations across 21 states, as of March 2025. [3:33] Jeff is also a long-time RIMS member. He's the former president of the RIMS Houston Chapter and is a RIMS-CRMP holder. [3:41] In addition to his outstanding resume, Jeff will be lending his insight to the RIMS Webinar on April 17th, presented by HUB in their Ready for Tomorrow series. It's called “From Defense to Prevention: Strengthening Your Liability Risk Management Approach.” A link is in the notes. [4:01] In today's RIMScast interview, we will discuss how ERM has played a role in his career and how he manages risk in so many locations at the Academy. We will get a preview of his upcoming appearance on the Hub webinar and his thoughts on third-party litigation funding and its impact. [4:27] Interview! Jeff Strege, welcome to RIMScast! [4:45] As a Houstonian, Jeff grew up with Academy Sports + Outdoors. He's a long-term customer. In September 2020, Jeff promoted himself from customer to team member, although he still is an avid customer of Academy. [5:07] As the Academy brand is so well-known and beloved in Texas, Jeff has had the Risk Director role on his radar for many years. He had told his wife many times that if that role ever opened up at Academy, he would want to talk to them. In mid-2020, it did, and here he is! [5:29] Academy has 301 stores across 21 states as of March 7, 2025, and is headquartered in Katy, Texas, a Western suburb of Houston. Jeff graduated from Katy High School. [6:23] Academy Sports + Outdoors sells fun. They say “Have fun out there.” The items Academy sells are intended to help people be outdoors and active. Academy does a lot of work around product safety with manufacturers and suppliers, making sure they're sourcing safe products. [6:45] Academy Sports + Outdoors sells firearms and ammunition. Its goal is to be the most responsible retailer of those items in the country. [7:13] Academy Sports is responsible for following the laws of 21 states. Jeff has worked for national, multi-national, and global organizations, so he has worked with similar requirements. [7:48] Jeff worked for Sysco twice, first in the 90s and then in 2016 in a risk role similar to his current role at Academy Sports. Sysco went on a growth initiative while Jeff was there the second time and it was fun to be part of that but he couldn't pass up the opening at Academy. [8:23] Academy Sports + Outdoors has a risk department of 10 who report to Jeff. Jeff oversees the Enterprise Risk Management framework, the Insurance and Data Analytic functions, the Safety functions, and the Claim Management functions. [8:50] Jeff has three direct reports and they have functional contributors who are assigned to and report to them. Jeff's management style is to find the best possible people he can find. He's not a micro-manager. All of his staff are solid professionals who are good at what they do. [9:14] That allows Jeff to focus on strategy and executing strategic objectives while the staff keeps things working from day to day. Jeff reports to the General Counsel. In other companies, Jeff has reported to the General Counsel, HR, Treasury, or Finance. [9:42] Risk can logically report up a variety of chains to the leadership of an organization, as it touches so many aspects of the business. [10:22] Relative to firearms sales, Academy Sports has a compliance team to manage the process. They do an outstanding job. [10:39] When Jeff arrived at Academy Sports, one of his charges was to mature the ERM framework across the various organizational functions. Having the opportunity to work on that made Jeff a student of the business, which is one of the Academy's values. [11:09] Coming into the business, Jeff was fortunate to receive a safety culture already well-entrenched in the distribution centers. That team has been retooled over the years and continues to evolve as it trains and supports the operators in safe practices in their work. [11:45] Academy workers' compensation goal is to help team members recover so they can come back to work. They take a deliberate approach to working with them so they get the treatment they need, their benefits are paid timely, and their questions are answered. [12:11] Academy made a TPA change a couple of years ago that's given them more proactive tools. Both safety and claims are processes that Academy Sports continues to fine-tune. [12:25] The foundational strategy is “safety first.” If you're talking about managing claims but not about safety, there's a miss there, in terms of managing risk. [13:01] Plug Time! During this interview, we discuss the RIMS Texas Regional Conference 2025, held from August 4th through the 6th in San Antonio, Texas, at the Henry  B. Gonzalez Convention Center. That's where we held RISKWORLD 2018. [13:22] The day of this episode's release, April 15th, is the day registration opens for the RIMS Texas Regional Conference. You can get the Advance Rate from now through May 16th, 2025. A link is in this episode's show notes. You can also visit the events page of RIMS.org to register. [13:43] If you will be in the Dallas/Fort Worth area on April 17th, be sure to stop by Lonestar Park for DFW RIMS's 7th Annual Night at the Races. It will be a blast! Guest, Member, and Student tickets are available. Visit DFWRIMS.org and the link in this episode's show notes. [14:12] Let's Return to My Interview with Former RIMS Houston Chapter President Jeff Strege! [14:32] Jeff arrived at Academy Sports on Monday, September 28, 2020, and the company executed its Initial Public Offering on Friday, October 2nd, 2020. In preparing for the IPO, the company had built an ERM framework that helped inform the prospectus for investors. [14:59] When Jeff joined, he was charged with taking the framework foundation and building upon it to round out how Academy Sports views risk, scopes it, and manages it across the organization. It was a fascinating process. [15:21] He's gotten to know many good, smart people who are driving aspects of the business. [15:28] Every year, Academy Sports looks at ways to enhance the framework, to make sure it's as meaningful and informative to the leadership team and board as it can be. [15:54] The framework looks at ISO standards but most of it is inward-focused within the business of Academy Sports. What's going on in the world? How do we prevent or prepare for it? Should something occur, what strategies do we have to respond, react to, and recover from it? [16:39] Before the recent tariffs were passed, the risk team had discussed tariffs generically. Tariffs appear as subsidiary risks in a few places within the framework. Nobody in an organization can control what government leaders do. [17:22] In a way, sporting goods is a seasonal industry. Academy Sports + Outdoors sells a variety of different things and operates in a variety of climates. There's a holiday season and there are gift-giving holidays. The seasons for outdoor activities differ depending on location. [17:54] In Texas, Jeff grills and fishes year-round. It's different in a Northern climate with four distinct seasons. Hunting seasons are specifically defined. The things Academy Sports sells peak at different times of the year and the peaks sort of offset themselves. [18:25] The Academy Sports merchandising teams are diligent and deliberate in how they plan for cycling products for the seasons. [18:44] Holiday is the big season. In that, Academy Sports is like other retailers. Back-to-school time is also important. [18:57] The backyard grilling is Jeff's favorite section of the store. When he goes into the store with his wife he has to look at some grills. Jeff also works out and runs so there are several aspects of the store that he shops. [19:16] Academy sells location-specific licensed apparel. In Academy Sports + Outdoors in Houston, there is gear for the Astros, Texans, and Rockets. [19:49] From the standpoint of team member safety, Jeff refers to OSHA. Also, some states have more stringent safety requirements. Jeff's safety team drives consistency of practices and training across the footprint of the 21 states where Academy Sports + Outdoors operates. [20:36] Most of Jeff's work is done in Houston but his team gets out in the field periodically on a schedule. Jeff likes to go into the stores and distribution centers. That's where the business occurs. The work at Corporate supports the people who serve and interact with customers. [21:10] RIMS Webinars! Following the success of their recent webinar, HUB International returns for the next installment of their Ready for Tomorrow Series, “From Defense to Prevention: Strengthening Your Liability Risk Management Approach”. That session will be on April 17th. [21:29] Today's guest, Jeff Strege, is a panelist in that session! He's going to talk about it a little bit right after the break. [21:38] On April 24th, RiskConnect returns to deliver “Better Together: The Marriage of Insurable Risk and Business Continuity”. [21:45] Zurich's webinar, “Understanding Third Party Litigation Funding” was rescheduled to May 1st at 1:00 p.m. Eastern. If you were already registered for the original date, you are now registered for the May 1st session with Zurich. [22:09] On May 22nd, GRC, a TÜV SÜD Company, presents their newest session, “Asset Valuations in 2025: Managing Tariffs, Inflation, and Rising Insurance Scrutiny”. [22:22] More webinars will be announced soon and added to the RIMS.org/webinars page. Go there to register. Registration is complimentary for RIMS members. [22:33] Let's Return to my Interview with Jeff Strege! [22:46] Jeff will be joining RIMS on the HUB webinar about third-party litigation funding (TPLF) on April 17th, two days after the airing of this episode. Third-party litigation funding is a major issue for RIMS and the profession. [23:08] Academy Sports + Outdoors sees TPLF from time to time in litigated matters, but not often. The HUB webinar is largely focused on rising litigation costs and the rising value of litigated matters. Third-party funding is a driving force of that rise. [23:35] When there's a funding mechanism behind the damages claim by a plaintiff, there are interest obligations with that mechanism, which can be stiff. It does inflate the value of some matters. [24:13] Once Academy Sports + Outdoors learns third-party funding is present in a litigated matter, that's in the front of mind as they evaluate and proceed with trying to conclude the case. [24:32] In the HUB webinar on April 17th, Jeff will be discussing the client's experience, not only with TPFL but also around social engineering. There is a good panel put together for this discussion with varied perspectives that will offer a well-rounded conversation. [24:55] Panelist Bob Tyson of Tyson & Mendes, a defense lawyer in California, has creative approaches to managing and negotiating litigated cases. Panelist John Ferguson, Head of Excess Casualty at Zurich Insurance, brings an insurer's perspective to the webinar. [25:29] Panelist Carol Murphy of HUB is one of the best brokers Jeff has worked with. Jeff is looking forward to sharing the stage with this group, talking about managing claims litigation, prevention, and pre-litigation management. Safety is critical. Jeff will bring that up. [26:02] The link to the webinar is in the show notes. Register today! Registration is complimentary for RIMS members! You'll hear this webinar live with Jeff Strege of Academy Sports, Fred Ferguson of Zurich, Bob Tyson of Tyson & Mendes, and Carol Murphy of HUB. [26:34] Jeff has been involved with RIMS since the mid-1990s when he was with Sysco Foods for the first time and was elevated to the risk management role there. Starting with Houston, Jeff has been involved in various chapters in various capacities. [27:07] RIMS has been an important part of Jeff's career. He's gained solid relationships through RIMS that have yielded business relationships and relationships where he's been able to help others and be helped by them. RIMS will be very important to him as long as he works in risk. [27:51] Jeff was President of RIMS Houston for two years, until January of 2024. He serves on the board as Past President. [28:12] Having moved around the country and having held different roles, Jeff has met risk professionals from many areas. He says RIMS has high-quality chapters all over the country. The four Texas RIMS chapters have a lot of positive energy. [28:47] The chapters are working together with Justin's team in New York to host the first-ever Texas RIMS Regional Conference this August. Jeff is on the planning committee and he's excited about it. [29:04] The RIMS Texas Regional Conference will be held from August 4th through the 6th at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, on the River Walk, the site of RISKWORLD 2018. San Antonio is Jeff's favorite city in Texas. It's a wonderful host city. [29:30] There is a link in the show notes to the RIMS Texas Regional Conference 2025. Registration will open the week of the airing of this episode! [29:49] Jeff is a RIMS-CRMP holder. He earned that certification in November of 2019. He was excited to see RIMS introduce the certification. What he likes about CRMP is its governance focus. [30:23] Jeff had been doing risk management for a long time. The CRMP website has good sample test questions on it. He decided to work through the test questions several times. Then went and took the exam and scored pretty well, largely based on his experience. [30:48] Jeff says his ERM work over the years was helpful. The RIMS-CRMP is a good designation. Jeff appreciates that RIMS gives CRMP holders opportunities to network. He will continue to carry the designation as long as he is working. [31:09] Mos recertification points are CE-related. Jeff relies heavily on the Houston chapter's offerings and the sessions and seminars at RIMS functions. He appreciates the flexibility in terms of what qualifies, such as participation in broker-sponsored industry education. [31:50] Developing and delivering educational content is a favorite of Jeff's. He has served as Risk Manager in Residence (now Risk Manager on Campus). Jeff tells every risk manager it's amazing and they need to do it at least once. Jeff enjoys education and is always learning. [32:24] Jeff shares his advice for risk professionals. As Boomers in the industry start to retire, it's important to help the industry recruit, train, and young talent. It's a passion of Jeff's. [32:52] There are a few things Jeff would tell young professionals. One is you are the CEO of your career. Your career is your responsibility. Don't wait for a leader to bring opportunities or promotions to you. Be a student of your craft and trade. Set goals with plans to achieve them. [33:20] Jeff has managed his career that way by making strategic moves when it made sense for him to do so. He has no regrets. You're the CEO of your career, all in. Don't wait for others to act on your behalf. Whatever it is, be a student of your craft and seek opportunities to learn. [33:45] Grow your knowledge base, your experience, and your network. Jeff has benefited from RIMS in having a network of people who lean on each other and learn from each other. It's a wonderful thing! [33:58] Be a student of your business, wherever it is. Make connections within it. Seek out mentorships to learn on a broad basis what the business does and what its objectives are. You position yourself more visibly to add more value and to grow. [34:29] Jeff Strege, you have been such an inspiration today. I appreciate you so much for joining us here on RIMScast and being so giving with your time and wisdom! I look forward to seeing you at the first-ever Texas Regional 2025, August 4th through 6th in San Antonio! [34:48] Special thanks again to Jeff Strege for joining us here today on RIMScast! I look forward to seeing him at many RIMS events, including the first-ever RIMS Texas Regional Conference 2025, which will be held from August 4th through the 6th in San Antonio, Texas. [35:05] Register today through the link in this episode's show notes. [35:12] Plug Time! You can sponsor a RIMScast episode for this, our weekly show, or a dedicated episode. Links to sponsored episodes are in the show notes. [35:37] RIMScast has a global audience of risk and insurance professionals, legal professionals, students, business leaders, C-Suite executives, and more. Let's collaborate and help you reach them! Contact pd@rims.org for more information. [35:56] Become a RIMS member and get access to the tools, thought leadership, and network you need to succeed. Visit RIMS.org/membership or email membershipdept@RIMS.org for more information. [36:13] Risk Knowledge is the RIMS searchable content library that provides relevant information for today's risk professionals. Materials include RIMS executive reports, survey findings, contributed articles, industry research, benchmarking data, and more. [36:29] For the best reporting on the profession of risk management, read Risk Management Magazine at RMMagazine.com. It is written and published by the best minds in risk management. [36:43] Justin Smulison is the Business Content Manager at RIMS. You can email Justin at Content@RIMS.org. [36:50] Thank you all for your continued support and engagement on social media channels! We appreciate all your kind words. Listen every week! Stay safe!   Links: RISKWORLD 2025 — May 4‒7 | Register today! Download the RIMS Events app! Spencer's RISKWORLD Events — Register or Sponsor! RIMS Texas Regional 2025 – August 3‒5 | Advance registration rates are now open. 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On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge recap Weekend 9 around the SEC. They discuss Auburn's first sweep of LSU since 1988, the blockbuster series between Georgia and Arkansas delivering in a big way, coming away impressed with both teams in Tennessee's series win over Ole Miss and much more.00:00 Welcome and Introduction00:52 Sponsorship Message01:18 Low-Scoring Games and Pitching Analysis04:26 Auburn vs. LSU Series Recap14:28 Georgia vs. Arkansas Series Recap22:41 Ole Miss vs. Tennessee Series Recap27:37 Player Highlights and Transfer Portal Success Stories29:40 Oklahoma's Impressive Win Against Vanderbilt32:16 Vanderbilt's Struggles and Potential37:40 Texas vs. Kentucky: A Tale of Close Games44:17 Mississippi State's Dominant Pitching Against Alabama48:25 Texas A&M and Florida Sweeps55:21 Missouri's Struggles and Potential Upsets58:03 Conclusion and Upcoming GamesHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtraSee 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 Aria Gerson of The Tennessean to talk Vanderbilt baseball. They discuss the pitching staff being bolstered by the steps forward for Cody Bowker, Sawyer Hawks and Connor Fennell, the recent hot hitting of Jonathan Vastine, the breakout performance of Riley Nelson and much more.00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message00:58 Vanderbilt's Sweep of Florida02:38 Florida's Struggles Analyzed05:15 Vanderbilt's Pitching Highlights13:46 Vanderbilt's Offensive Performance16:59 Jonathan Vastine's Improvement18:15 Riley Nelson's Unexpected Impact20:20 Brodie Johnston and Freshman Challenges23:14 Upcoming Series Against Oklahoma24:57 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtraSee 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 recap Weekend 8 around the SEC. They begin by discussing what on earth happened between Tennessee and Texas A&M in Knoxville, but then move on to breaking down other top series like Auburn's hard-fought series win over rival Alabama and Texas scoring yet another marquee series win, this one over Georgia.00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message00:57 Recap of Tennessee vs. Texas A&M06:22 Arkansas, Auburn, and Alabama Highlights16:36 Texas Longhorns' Impressive Season24:30 LSU Dominates Oklahoma30:37 Kentucky vs. Ole Miss: Tightest Series Ever34:33 Florida's Struggles and Vanderbilt's Rise40:06 Mississippi State's Crucial Win Over South Carolina45:35 Arkansas Dominates Missouri48:07 Looking Ahead: Arkansas vs. Georgia49:17 Conclusion: SEC Baseball Midseason ReviewHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtraSee 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 Kentucky baseball radio play-by-play announcer Darren Headrick. They discuss the importance of this upcoming stretch of games for UK, Tyler Bell's fantastic freshman season, the emergence of Ben Cleaver in the rotation and much more.00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message01:25 Kentucky Wildcats Season Overview03:46 Player Highlights: Tyler Bell and Others05:23 Infield Depth and Defensive Strengths10:31 Catching Duo and Offensive Improvements14:27 Pitching Staff Analysis18:34 Bullpen and Key Relievers20:51 Path to Postseason Success23:30 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtraSee 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 recap Weekend 7 around the SEC. They discuss the wild series between Ole Miss and Florida, Georgia continuing to roll, Tennessee's championship DNA and much more.00:00 Welcome and Sponsor Shoutout00:40 Florida vs. Ole Miss Recap08:56 Auburn vs. Georgia Analysis13:53 Arkansas vs. Vanderbilt Breakdown21:01 LSU vs. Mississippi State Highlights27:46 Kentucky vs. Texas A&M Insights33:15 Oklahoma vs. Alabama Recap40:11 Tennessee Dominates South Carolina47:57 Texas Sweeps Mizzou54:22 SEC Teams' Future OutlookHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtraSee 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 Matt Jones of WholeHogSports.com to talk Arkansas baseball. They discuss the improvements in the Razorbacks' lineup, the Aloy brothers, what to make of Gabe Gaeckle's season and much more.00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message00:48 Arkansas Razorbacks' Offensive Surge03:39 Key Players and Surprising Performances05:29 Hawaiian Influence on the Team09:56 Challenges and Improvements Needed14:06 Pitching Struggles and Potential Changes18:25 Standout Pitchers and Future Prospects22:32 Final Thoughts and ConclusionHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtraSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge recap Weekend 6 around the SEC. They discuss the final four stops on Mark's long trip, the continued woes for Texas A&M and Florida, Texas' impressive series win over LSU and much more.00:00 Welcome and Introduction03:02 Texas A&M vs. Vanderbilt Recap 09:42 LSU vs. Texas Series Highlights 17:18 Oklahoma vs. Mississippi State Breakdown 25:53 Arkansas vs. South Carolina Analysis 36:20 Tennessee's Dominance Over Alabama 42:32 Florida's Challenges Against Georgia 49:17 Auburn's Resilience and Kentucky's Struggles 55:45 Ole Miss Sweeps Missouri 01:04:05 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy is joined by Anthony Dasher of UGASports.com to talk Georgia baseball. They discuss the incredible pitching depth and some of the struggles for that unit over the first five weeks, what Robbie Burnett and Ryland Zaborowski have brought to the lineup, the pleasant surprise that is Henry Hunter's offensive production and much more.00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message01:20 Pitching Depth and Challenges04:08 Pitching Rotation and Performance11:17 Offensive Highlights18:35 Upcoming Series and Final ThoughtsHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge discuss opening weekend of conference play in the SEC. They talk about the impressive sweep for Tennessee over Florida, the slugfests between Kentucky and Georgia, Texas A&M continuing to flounder, and much more.00:00 Introduction and SEC Opening Weekend Recap01:32 Mark's Travel Adventures03:01 Tennessee's Impressive Performance16:08 Georgia vs. Kentucky Analysis31:23 Oklahoma's Gutsy Series Win37:27 South Carolina's Missed Opportunities40:24 Alabama vs. Texas A&M: A Surprising Sweep48:26 Texas Sweeps Mississippi State54:22 Arkansas vs. Ole Miss: Offensive Showdown01:00:15 Auburn's Comeback Victory Over Vanderbilt01:06:55 LSU Sweeps Missouri: A Closer Look01:12:47 Upcoming Games and Final ThoughtsHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy is joined by Alan Cole of Gamecock Scoop to talk South Carolina baseball. They discuss what to make of the non-conference results so far, the disappointment of getting swept by Clemson, Nathan Hall's breakout season at the plate, the potential of the weekend rotation and much more.00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message00:11 South Carolina's Non-Conference Play Recap04:30 Standout Performances: Ethan Petry and Nathan Hall08:51 Challenges with Catcher Position11:33 Pitching Staff Overview15:56 Paul Mainieri Return and Adaptation18:38 Upcoming Series Against Oklahoma22:08 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge recap Weekend 4 around the SEC, which finishes the non-conference portion of the slate around the league. They pair also previews Mark's 10 games in 10 venues in 10 days trip beginning next weekend.00:00 Introduction and Overview01:22 SEC Non-Conference Performance Analysis06:17 Kentucky's Impressive Weekend09:34 Auburn's Roller-coaster Performance13:02 Texas A&M's Inconsistent Play17:35 Alabama's Pitching Struggles20:31 Missouri's Tough Season25:51 Weekend Sweeps and Highlights32:11 Mark's Upcoming Road Trip 36:34 Conclusion and Sponsor ThanksHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy is joined by Koki Riley of The Advocate to talk LSU baseball. They discuss what we learned about the Tigers in last weekend's Frisco Classic, the hot start for Derek Curiel, how Chase Shores has looked thus far and much more.00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message00:46 Overview of LSU Baseball Season01:54 Offensive Performance and Key Players15:07 Pitching Analysis and Key Players27:07 Closing Remarks and FarewellHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge recap a jam-packed Weekend 3 around the SEC. They discuss the standout weekends for Tennessee, LSU and Auburn, dive into what's ailing Texas A&M so far, and much more.00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Shoutout00:10 Recap of SEC NonConference Weekend03:32 Tennessee's Dominance and Freshman Impact07:06 Mississippi State's Struggles and Potential11:45 Texas A&M's Underperformance and Future Outlook20:56 LSU's Strong Start and Freshman Contributions26:51 Auburn's Surprising Performance and Lineup Strength33:09 South Carolina's Tough Weekend Against Clemson39:14 Florida's Series Win and Injury Concerns44:10 Texas' Performance in Vegas50:01 Vanderbilt's Struggles in Southern California55:03 SEC Weekend Highlights and Results01:00:42 Concluding Thoughts and Sign-OffHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy is joined by Zach Symm of Orangebloods.com to talk Texas baseball. The discuss the Longhorns' season thus far, the freshman phenom Adrian Rodriguez, whether it's possible that Max Belyeu could be even better, how the bullpen is shaping up and much more.00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:36 Texas Baseball Off-Field Updates03:39 On-Field Performance and Pitching Insights06:43 Player Spotlights and Development15:10 Upcoming Games and Expectations17:26 SEC Venues and Final Thoughts20:28 Conclusion and Sign-OffHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge recap Weekend 2 around the SEC, headlined by standout weekends for Oklahoma and Alabama in their respective tournaments.00:00 Welcome to Highway to Hoover01:12 Weather Challenges and Schedule Changes02:42 Oklahoma's Impressive Weekend11:56 Alabama's Thrilling Victory in Jacksonville22:13 Arkansas' Eventful Weekend at Globe Life Field32:04 Weekend Results Recap33:37 Tennessee and Auburn's Performances40:40 Missouri's Struggles45:19 Final Thoughts and Upcoming GamesHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy is joined by Missouri baseball radio's Matt Michaels. They discuss the sights and sounds of the Tigers' opening weekend in Puerto Rico, optimism about the lineup being more effective in 2025, the development of closer Xavier Lovett and much more.Highway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge recap opening weekend around the SEC. They discuss the weekends in Arlington for Ole Miss and Texas, Vanderbilt winning weekend in Arizona, the hosts' in-person looks at Florida and Georgia, and much more.Highway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge continue to preview the 2025 SEC season with our preview episode on Alabama. 00:00 Welcome and Sponsor Introduction02:28 Alabama's Recent Performance and Coaching Changes05:23 Key Players to Watch10:05 Newcomers and Transfers15:27 Pitching Staff Overview21:11 Season Outlook and Final Thoughts23:40 Closing Remarks and Listener EngagementHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge continue to preview the 2025 SEC season with our preview episode on Auburn. 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Acknowledgment01:10 Recap of Auburn's Last Season03:48 Auburn's Improved Lineup for 202512:26 Pitching Staff Analysis19:58 Plainsman Park Renovations22:08 Closing Remarks and Listener EngagementHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge continue to preview the 2025 SEC season with our preview episode on Florida. 00:00 Welcome and Exciting Announcement 01:33 Florida Gators Season Recap 05:51 Key Players and Transfers 14:47 Pitching Staff Analysis 21:43 Listener Questions and Best Players Discussion 26:18 Closing Remarks and Thank YouHighway to Hoover 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.Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | SpotifyLearn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-InfoFollow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra