Episodes
In this episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia podcast, host Jon Nelson explores the GHSA basketball championships. Coaches Jerry Hunter and Dr. Jeffrey Martin discuss the challenges and community impact of their teams' successes, while guest coach Geoffrey Pierce shares insights into the Grayson Rams' historic journey to their first state title. 
Published 03/13/24
Join host Hannah Goodin on another exciting episode of Football Fridays in Georgia: Beyond the Lights. In this special edition, we delve into the incredible journey of former Georgia high school football star, Mecole Hardman, who played a pivotal role in Kansas City's Super Bowl victory. However, our focus isn't just on the game-winning touchdown but on the man who guided Hardman during his high school days – Coach Sid Fritts.
Published 02/28/24
There have been changes to the recruitment process for high school football players. Early signing day and the transfer portal have changed the look of National Signing Day and the work it takes to move on to the next level.  Jon and Hannah are joined by Colquitt County Head Coach Sean Calhoun, who had 17 players sign on to play in college, to discuss the inner workings of the recruitment process. 
Published 02/14/24
Beyond the Lights, hosted by Hannah Goodin, is a special edition of the Football Fridays in Georgia Podcast. Pulling back the curtain and finding out what really goes on into making high school sports in Georgia special. Today's guest is the head coach of the most dominant program in any sport in the state of Georgia, Southeast Bulloch Head Flag Football Coach Marci Cochran.
Published 01/31/24
On this episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia podcast, Hannah Goodin and Jon Nelson are joined by the Football Fridays in Georgia All-Stars to recap the 2023 GHSA Championships. Learn about first-time winners, triple-overtime games, and what the all-stars will keep track of during the off-season. 
Published 12/19/23
On this episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia podcast, Jon Nelson is joined by the Football Fridays in Georgia All-Stars to preview the 2023 GHSA Championships. Learn about an incredible South Georgia tailgating experience, the balance of talent across the state, and words of wisdom from GPB's very own Jake the Snake. 
Published 12/05/23
In this episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia podcast, Jon Nelson and Hannah Goodin break down the "quarterfinal chaos" from last week, they talk 300+ mile road trips with Camden County's head coach, and find out how Creekside's team stays focused.  Plus, what happened to the four nationally ranked teams in 7A?
Published 11/28/23
In this episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia podcast, Jon Nelson breaks down the remaining teams in the playoff brackets, we talk Thanksgiving practice and traditions with Benedictine Head Coach Danny Britt and Jefferson Head Coach Travis Noland, and preview Colquitt County vs. Milton in Round 3 of the GHSA Playoffs. 
Published 11/21/23
In this episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia podcast Jon and Hannah talk with Lumpkin County Head Coach Heath Webb about making school history, Coffee Head Coach Mike Coe addresses coaching in Georgia compared to other states, and Carrollton's JuJu Lewis broke a school record. 
Published 11/14/23
On this episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia podcast, Jon and Hannah are joined by the Football Fridays in Georgia All-Stars to preview the 2023 GHSA Playoffs.  According to Jon Nelson, this year's playoffs are "mathematical chaos." Listen to find out why. 
Published 11/07/23
Thirty-eight region champs have been crowned with twenty-six still left to be decided; this is a very important week in Georgia high school football.  On this episode, Jon and Hannah look at the matchups all over the state and talk with two former colleagues each facing big games: Colquitt County Head Coach Sean Calhoun and Milton Head Coach Ben Reaves. 
Published 11/01/23
In this episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia podcast, Hannah and Jon talk with Norcross Head Coach Keith Maloof and Brooks County Head Coach Maurice Freeman about the changes and challenges coaches face today.  
Published 10/24/23
On this Football Fridays in Georgia Podcast episode, Hannah and Jon talk with Newton coach Josh Skelton about being a first-year head coach, Mary Persons head coach Brian Nelson about football in a small town, and they tell us exactly what happened at the Mill Creek/Buford game last week.  Plus, they give an aspiring sports broadcaster a chance to make Cherokee High School proud. 
Published 10/17/23
On this episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia podcast, Hannah and Jon are joined by Valdosta head coach Shelton Felton to discuss the Winnersville Classic and the importance of South Georgia football. Plus, Cartersville's head coach, Conor Foster, gives us a preview of the GPB Game of the Week. 
Published 10/11/23
On this episode of Football Fridays in Georgia Podcast, Jon and Hannah are joined by Dr. Robin Hines, Executive Director of the GHSA. Dr. Hines answers all the questions about the new NIL (name, image, likeness) rules, reclassifications, replay, and more.  Nothing is off the table in this exclusive interview. 
Published 10/04/23
On this episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia Podcast Jon and Hannah talk with Schley County head coach Darren Alford about the challenges of Class A football and Walton head coach Daniel Brunner about fixing the little things. We'll take a look back at last week and preview the games to watch around the state this week. 
Published 09/26/23
On this episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia Podcast: Jon and Hannah catch up with Lanier County head coach Kurt Williams, who made history over the weekend with his Bulldogs. Then: Lowndes head coach Adam Carter talks returning to his old stomping grounds and prepping for the upcoming game with Grayson. 
Published 09/20/23
On this special bonus edition of the Football Fridays in Georgia Podcast, Hannah Goodin is joined by the top recruit in the country: Buford QB Dylan Raiola. He talks about the recruiting process, committing to UGA, learning from Matthew Stafford, and his love for Waffle House. 
Published 09/14/23
On this episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia Podcast Jon and Hannah talk with Benedictine head coach Danny Britt and Buford head coach Bryant Appling. We'll hear about the challenges of an elite program, coaching the number one recruit in the country, and take a look at unbeaten teams and games to watch around the state. 
Published 09/12/23
On this week's podcast, Jon talks with two former players turned coaches: Jeremy Wiggins of Northeast (Macon-Bibb) and Joey Sturdivant of Parkview.  Coach Sturdivant's Parkview Panthers will face off against his friend and former coach, Eric Godfree, who is now at North Gwinnett. Plus, Jon gives us some highlights from across the state. 
Published 09/05/23
LISTEN: On this week's podcast, Hannah and Jon talk with Coach Jeremy Edwards of Houston County about the back-and-forth game in Perry, Jon gives us insights on the big scores and big surprises last week, and Coach Rico Zackery of Westlake previews his matchup with Cedar Grove. 
Published 08/29/23
On this week's podcast, Hannah and Jon talk with Coach Boone from Langston Hughes about their win on national TV, Blessed Trinity's new coach Ed Dudley, and preview Week 2 of the season. 
Published 08/22/23
On this week's podcast Hannah and Jon are joined by Todd Holcomb, founder and editor of the Georgia High School Football Daily, to talk about players to watch, teams to look out for, underdogs, and season predictions.
Published 08/16/23
In another very special episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia Podcast, Hannah and Jon caught up with coaches from across the state and asked them to share their superstitions, traditions, and funny stories.  This podcast episode is a collection of some of those answers.
Published 08/14/23
On this very special episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia Podcast, Hannah and Jon caught up with coaches from across the state and asked them to share their superstitions, traditions, and funny stories.  This podcast episode is a collection of some of those answers.
Published 08/11/23