Shows
The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast182 - Southern Miss Basketball Reports, USM vs Troy, High School Football Week 7On this week's episode of the PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Andrew and Charlie preview the Southern Miss vs Troy football game. The duo then recaps USM's men and women's basketball media days and give their thoughts on the upcoming season. Andrew closes the shows by previewing the upcoming high school football action.
2022-10-061h 21The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast181 - Recapping Southern Miss Football's First Four Games, Preview HS Football Week 6On this week's episode of the PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Charlie Luttrell joins the show to help discuss Southern Miss football's win over Tulane. Andrew then recaps and highlights the area's High School football games.
2022-09-291h 09The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast180 - Southern Miss vs Tulane, High School Football Week 5On this week's episode of the PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, the shows dives into Southern Miss' upcoming rivalry game, and then breaks down all of the area high school football game matchups.
2022-09-2239 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast179 - Southern Miss' Quarterback Question, Previewing Week 3 of High School FootballOn this week's episode of the PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, the show dives into Southern Miss' decision to announce Zach Wilcke as the starting quarterback, and then previews and recaps all of the high school football action.
2022-09-1553 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast178 - Southern Miss vs Miami, Previewing Week 3 of High School FootballOn this week's episode of the PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Andrew breaks down Southern Miss' season-opening loss to Liberty and all of the storylines from last week. The show then recaps and previews the upcoming week of high school football action.
2022-09-0847 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast176 - Previewing the 2022 High School Football SeasonOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, the show dives into all of the area teams' upcoming high school football seasons. Follow Pine Belt Sports on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
2022-08-2550 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast175 - Area Baseball Coach of the Year Sumrall's Andy DavisOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Area Baseball Coach of the Year Andy Davis joins the show. Davis and Abadie break down the All-Area team and recap Sumrall's championship season.
2022-07-1844 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast174 - Area Softball Coach of the Year Wendy HogueOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Area Softball Coach of the Year Wendy Hogue joins the show. Hogue and Abadie break down the All-Area team and recap Petal's championship season.
2022-06-3047 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast173 - Previewing the 2022 Baseball SeasonOn this week's episode of the PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Taylor Curet joins the show to help preview the Southern Miss baseball season and all of the area high school baseball teams.
2022-02-1740 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast172 - Southern Miss Pitching Coach Christian OstranderOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Southern Miss pitching coach Christian Ostrander joins the show to break down the Golden Eagles' pitching staff. Andrew and Oz go through each pitcher on USM's roster and talk about the improvement and potential of the 2022 group. This one of two podcasts this week, so be on the lookout for No. 2 later this week.
2022-02-1641 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast171 - Petal Basketball Coach Brandon JenningsOn this week's episode of the PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Petal boys basketball coach Brandon Jennings joins the show to discuss his team's 4-0 start in region play as well as at what has made his Panthers so successful this season.
2022-01-2040 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast170 - Area Football Coach of the Year Ed SmithOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Area football coach of the year Ed Smith talks about the success of Sacred Heart's season.
2022-01-1347 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast169 - Announcing The 2021 All-Area Football TeamIn this week's episode of the PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, sports editor Andrew Abadie reveals the 2021 All-Area Football Team including Coach of the Year and Player of the Year.
2021-12-2237 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast168 - Guest Luke JohnsonOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, former Southern Miss punter and host of Eagle Hour Luke Johnson joins the show. Andrew and Luke recap Southern Miss football's first three games of the season and the offense's woes. Then Andrew and Luke dive into high school football and all of the notable storylines for the area teams.
2021-09-2358 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast167 - Southern Miss 2021 Football Preview, High School Football Week 2On this week's episode of the PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Taylor Curet joins the show to help preview the second week of high school football. Andrew and Taylor then breakdown Southern Miss' season-opener and dive into what the ceiling could be for the Golden Eagles' season.
2021-09-021h 04The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast166 - The 2021 High School Football PreviewOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Andrew gives the annual high school football preview for all the area teams.
2021-08-2053 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast165 - Guest Sumrall Coach Andy Davis, All-Area Baseball TeamOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Sumrall and Area Baseball Coach of the Year Andy Davis joins the show to discuss the All-Area team. Coach Davis and Andrew then discuss the Bobcats' 2021 season and their run to the state title series.
2021-07-0247 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast164 - Guest Oak Grove Softball Coach Benjy Hornsby, All-Area Softball TeamOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Oak Grove and Area Softball Coach of the Year Benjy Hornsby joins the show to discuss the All-Area team. Coach Hornsby and Andrew then discuss the Lady Warriors' 2021 season and their run to the state title series.
2021-06-2540 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast163 - Oak Grove-Hernando Softball State Championship & High School Baseball Third Round PreviewOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, the show previews the 6A softball state championship series between Oak Grove and Hernando. Then the show previews Oak Grove, Purvis and Sumrall's playoff matchups.
2021-05-1340 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast162 - Does Conference USA Deserve Four Bids In The College Baseball Postseason?On this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Heath Hinton joins the show to discuss the problems of the new NCAA transfer rules and how it impacts Southern Miss basketball. Andrew and Heath then take a deep dive into Golden Eagle baseball possible postseason outcome and if Conference USA deserves a hosting site.
2021-04-2346 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast161 - Guest Interview Pearl River CC Baseball Coach Michael AvalonOn this week's episode of the PinebeltSPORTS Podcast, Pearl River Community College baseball coach Michael Avalon joins the show. With PRCC baseball ranked No. 2 in the country, Andrew and Coach Avalon discuss the success of the season as well Avalon's hiring and how the COVID-19 pandemic affected the program.
2021-03-2545 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast160 - Recapping Southern Miss Baseball, Previewing High School ActionOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Taylor Curet joins the show. Andrew and Taylor first discuss Southern Miss' spring football practice and what to look for in the Golden Eagles' upcoming spring game. They then recap and preview Southern Miss baseball's upcoming and all of the local high school baseball action.
2021-03-2259 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast159 - Recapping High School Baseball ActionOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Andrew briefly recaps the high school and Southern Miss basketball seasons. The show then breaks down all of the recent high school baseball action.
2021-03-1137 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast158 - Guest USM Track Coach Jon Stuart, HS Basketball Final FourOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Southern Miss track and field coach Jon Stuart joins the show to talk about the women's program recent Conference USA Indoor Track and Field Championship win. However, Andrew first previews Oak Grove and Hattiesburg basketball's semifinal matchups.
2021-03-0138 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast157 - Previewing High School Baseball, USM Baseball & SoftballOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, the show previews the high school baseball season and then Southern Miss baseball and softball. The order for each team: USM SoftballUSM BaseballLamar Christian PCSSacred Heart LumbertonNorth Forrest FCAHS Purvis Sumrall Hattiesburg Oak Grove Petal
2021-02-111h 00The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast156 - Southern Miss Baseball Media, Guest Southern Miss Softball Coach Brian LevinOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Southern Miss softball coach Brian Levin joins the show to discuss the Golden Eagles' upcoming season. The episode also includes Southern Miss baseball Scott Berry's press conference from media day.
2021-01-291h 08The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast155 - Sumrall Soccer Coach Todd SidersOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, the show looks over some of the high school basketball standings. Sumrall coach Todd Siders joins the show to discuss the success of his young program and the upcoming playoff games.
2021-01-2152 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast154 - Purvis Girls Basketball Coach Michael Thornton, USM Baseball Coach Scott BerryOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, the show recaps some of the high school soccer and basketball action as well as previewing Southern Miss basketball's weekend series. Purvis girl's basketball coach Michael Thornton joins the show to talk about his team's 15-0 start and how the program has had turn around success. Southern Miss baseball coach Scott Berry joins the show over the phone to discuss how the Golden Eagle baseball schedule is taking shape.
2021-01-1452 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast153 - Recapping 2020, Looking at the New Year, Southern Miss & High School Basketball ActionOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Andrew and Taylor Curet look back on 2020 and talk about some of the things they look most forward to in 2021. They then recap the Southern Miss and high school basketball action.
2021-01-0738 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast152 - Announcing The 2020 All-Area Football TeamOn this week's episode of the PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, the show releases the 2020 All-Area Football Team. This includes, offensive and defensive MVP, Coach of the Year and Player of the Year.
2020-12-2343 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast151 - Guest Southern Miss Football Coach Will HallOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, newly hired Southern Miss football coach Will Hall joins the show. Andrew and Coach Hall discuss some of the highlights of the early signing day class, the new additions to the coaching staff as well as the future of the Golden Eagle roster.
2020-12-1730 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast150 - Guest State Championship Winning Coaches Zach Jones and Drew CauseyOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast,a pair of state championship winning coaches join the show. Lumberton's Zach Jones and Oak Grove's Drew Causey talk about their recent championship games and seasons. Heath Hinton also joins the show to talk about Southern Miss' hiring of Will Hall and the future of the USM football program.
2020-12-101h 33The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast149 - Previewing The Lumberton & Oak Grove State Championship With Guests Jake Thompson and Kent MonhundroOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, the show breaks down the Oak Grove and Lumberton state championship games. Oxford Eagle reporter Jake Thompson joins the show to help preview the Warriors-Chargers game then Kent Mohundro of the Daily Corinthian previews the Biggersville-Lumberton game.
2020-12-041h 02The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast147 - High School Football PlayoffsOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Taylor Curet joins show again to help Andrew discuss the high school football playoff matchups and speculate on Southern Miss' coaching hire.
2020-11-1948 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast146 - Narrowing Down the Area's Football Coach of the Year & Player of the Year, Preview High School Football PlayoffsOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Andrew previews the Southern Miss-Western Kentucky game and the high school football playoffs. Then Andrew breaks down the possible winners of the Area's Player and Coach of the Year candidates.
2020-11-1240 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast145 - MHSAA Reclassifications, High School Football Playoffs, North Alabama Beat Writer Michael HebertOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Taylor Curet joins the show the discuss the MHSAA reclassifications and the high school football playoffs. North Alabama beat writer Michael Hebert helps preview the Southern Miss-UNA football game.
2020-11-051h 10The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast144 - High School Action, Big Gold Nation Heath Hinton, SB Nation Writer Steve HelwickOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Andrew opens the show with weekly high school football action. Heath Hinton joins the show (21:00) to discuss Southern Miss football's coaching situation. SB Nation writer Steve Helwick (56:20) comes on the show to preview the Rice-USM game.
2020-10-291h 22The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast143 - Southern Miss Football Deals With COVID-19 , High School Football MatchupsOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS podcast, Andrew talks about how Southern Miss football has dealt with COVID-19 and having interim coach Scotty Walden test positive. Later in the show, Andrew previews the key high school football matchups.
2020-10-2238 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast142 - Southern Miss Basketball's First Practice & Football Coaching Candidates, High School Football Playoff ScenariosOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Heath Hinton joins the show to discuss Southern Miss' basketball first practice, new coaching hire and schedule. Heath and Andrew then preview USM's game against UTEP and discussing the possible coaching candidates. Finally, Andrew breaks down the high school football standings.
2020-10-151h 19The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast141 - Purvis-Sumrall Rivalry, Previewing Southern Miss - FAUOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Andrew breaks down how the area games altered their schedule for Hurricane Delta. He then previews this week's high school action and Southern Miss action.
2020-10-0833 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast140 - Guest Taylor Curet, Petal-Oak Grove Rivalry, Recapping Southern Miss' LossOn this week's episode of the PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Taylor Curet joins the show to breakdown this week's high school and junior college football action. Andrew and Taylor also break down the Petal-Oak Grove game and Southern MIss football.
2020-10-0150 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast139 - Ticket Giveaway, High School Football Week 3, Preview To The Battle For the BellOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, the show gives away tickets to the Tulane-USM game. Andrew also previews the high school football action and Southern Miss' game against the Green Wave.
2020-09-2439 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast138 - Guest Interview Brad CroweOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, the Laurel-Leader Call's Brad Crowe joins the show for the first time. Brad gives provides insights into some of the high school matchups and helps preview the Southern Miss-Louisiana Tech football game.
2020-09-1759 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast137 - Jay Hopson Resigns, Heath Hinton Interview, High School Football Week 2On this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, the show features part of Southern Miss interim coach Scotty Walden's press conference. Heath Hinton joins the show to discuss Jay Hopson's resignation and the future outlook of USM football under Walden. Lastly, Andrew closes the show by previewing this week's high school football action.
2020-09-111h 14The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast136 - High School Football Week 1On this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Andrew does a deep preview and gives analysis on all of the football games happening this week.
2020-09-0328 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast135 - Previewing Southern Miss Football's 2020 SeasonOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Andrew and Taylor Curet give a full preview to the Southern Miss football season. Andrew and Taylor give their analysis on the starting roster, breakdown the schedule and preview the South Alabama game.
2020-08-3137 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast134 - Previewing the 2020 High School Football SeasonOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Andrew and Taylor Curet give a preview to the high school football season making its return. The show opens with North Forrest canceling its season (2:05). They then recap PCS's Week 1 game and preview the Bobcats' game against Lamar (3:46). Here are the marks for when each team is brought up: Hattiesburg, Petal - 10:54Sumrall - 13:50Lumberton - 18:14Purvis - 21:40FCAHS - 18:00, 24:46Oak Grove - 27:06Sacred Heart - 34:12
2020-08-2841 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast133 - The College Football World And It's Impact On the Pine BeltOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Taylor Curet rejoins the show to talk about the decisions of the cancellations of the football world. Andrew and Taylor break down the overall reporting and try and explain both sides of the situation as well as the impact on Southern Miss and Conference USA. Later, Andrew and Taylor begin to tease the start of high school football.
2020-08-1444 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast132 - Southern Miss Director of Athletics Jeremy McClainOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Southern Miss' Director of Athletics Jeremy McClain joins the show to discuss the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on Southern Miss and Conference USA. McClain also explains how the conference and school plan to prepare for the upcoming football season.
2020-07-2427 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast131 - Discussing the MHSAA and the NJCAA Decisions on Fall SportsOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, WDAM's Taylor Curet is back on the show and joins Andrew in discussing the MHSAA's decision on fall sports. Andrew and Taylor then debate the NJCAA's decision to move fall sports to the spring and whether the MACC should follow. Lastly, Andrew recaps some of the best performances in the Deep South Summer Collegiate Baseball League.
2020-07-1741 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast130 - Guest Oak Grove football Coach Drew CauseyOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Oak Grove football coach Drew Causey joins the show. Coach Causey and Andrew discuss the outlook of the upcoming football season and give a brief preview into the Warriors' season.
2020-07-0830 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast129 - Guest Lumberton Football Coach Zach JonesOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Lumberton football coach Zach Jones joins the show to discuss the beginning of summer workouts and how the upcoming football season could look.
2020-06-1240 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast128 - Previewing the Deep South Collegiate Summer Baseball LeagueOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Andrew previews the Deep South Collegiate summer baseball league with in-depth roster breakdowns. Andrew also gives a rundown of all the information needed for interested fans.
2020-06-1127 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast127 - The Future of Sports Post-PandemicOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, WJTV's Jesse Finver joins the show again. Andrew and Jesse discuss how sporting events could look with pandemic rules. Andrew then discuss which national sports stories should get a "The Last Dance" style documentary.
2020-05-2847 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast126 - The future of sports in the Pine Belt & MLB Draft, Assessing the Saints' 2020 ScheduleOn this week's episode of the PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, WDAM's Taylor Curet returns. Andrew and Taylor discuss the current state of sports in the Pine Belt, the future of the MLB Draft and the Saints' 2020 schedule.
2020-05-1447 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast125 - Jason Munz InterviewOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, former Southern Miss beat writer Jason Munz joins the show. Andrew and Munz go down memory lane and reminisce about some of their favorite Pine Belt memories.
2020-05-0838 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast124 - Southern Miss Men's Basketball Coach Jay LadnerOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Southern Miss men's basketball coach Jay Ladner recaps his recruiting experience during the COVID-19 pandemic and gives a breakdown of his 2020 signing class.
2020-04-3045 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast123 - Southern Miss Women's Basketball Coach Joye Lee-McNelisOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Southern Miss women's basketball coach Joye Lee-McNelis gives a breakdown of her 2020 signing class.
2020-04-2341 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast122 - Former Southern Miss Pitcher Stevie PowersOn this week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Southern Miss baseball alum Stevie Powers joins the show. Andrew and Stevie look back on his career and go through some of Stevie's top highlights.
2020-04-1656 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast121 - Southern Miss Baseball Alum & PCS Baseball Coach Jarrett HoffpauirOn the week's episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, former Southern Miss baseball player and PCS baseball coach Jarrett Hoffpauir joins the show. Jarrett reminisces on his entire baseball career from high school, Southern Miss and MLB days.
2020-04-0958 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast120 - All-Area Basketball Teams, Basketball Coaches of the Year, NCAA EligibilityOn this week's episode of the PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, WDAM's Taylor Curet returns again to discuss the All-Area Basketball Teams and Coaches of the Year. Andrew and Taylor then breakdown the NCAA's vote to allow players to have an extra year of eligibility and what that means for the sports world.
2020-04-0254 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast119 - The State of High School Sports, Top Area Senior Baseball Players, Saints Free AgencyOn this week's episode of the PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, WDAM's Taylor Curet rejoins the show. Andrew and Taylor discuss the current situation of high school sports as well as the area's top senior baseball players. Finally, Andrew and Taylor discuss the Saints' free agency moves.
2020-03-2652 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast117 - Coronavirus and the Sports World's ResponseOn this week's episode of the PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Andrew recaps all the big news and sports cancellations as a result of the Coronavirus as well as how it could affect area coverage.
2020-03-1220 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast116 - All Things Southern Miss Athletics, Discussing the Possible High School Basketball Coach and Player of the Year CandidatesOn this week's episode of The PinebeltSPORTS Podcast, joining the show for this week is Heath Hinton. Andrew and Heath talk all things Southern Miss Athletics. They start with USM Baseball (4:50), then softball (17:50) and closeout the USM talk with basketball (21:20). Finally, Andrew breaks down all the possible high school basketball Player of the Year and Coach of the Year candidates (38:40).
2020-03-051h 02The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast115 - High School Basketball Quarterfinals, High School Baseball Season Opener, USM Softball's Offense, USM Baseball Weekend PreviewOn this week's episode of the PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Andrew recaps and previews the high school basketball quarterfinals (2:56). From there, a deep dive into every area team's start to the baseball season (16:36). Andrew then talks about Southern Miss softball's elite offense (32:26) which includes interviews with head coach Brian Levin (36:28) and leading home run hitter Amber Pack (39:15) from Wednesday's doubleheader against Alcorn State. The show closes out with a recap and preview of USM baseball's weekend (41:25).
2020-02-2749 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast114 - High School Basketball Playoffs, High School Baseball Season Opener, Recapping USM BaseballOn this week's episode of The PinebeltSPORTS Podcast, Andrew recaps and previews the action happening in the high school basketball playoffs (3:30). High school baseball has started and Andrew gives his thoughts on each team as the season starts (19:56). He then recaps all the Southern Miss baseball action (30:22) which includes interviews of Drew Boyd making his first appearance on the mound (33:55) and Reed Trimble after his walk-off against UNO (44:56).
2020-02-2152 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast113 - High School Basketball District Tournaments, Previewing USM Baseball, New Coverage for PinebeltSPORTS?On this week's episode of The PinebeltSPORTS Podcast, joining the show for this week is WDAM's, Taylor Curet. Andrew and Taylor talk about breakdown the favorites of the high school basketball district tournaments. From there, we go into a breakdown of all things Southern Miss baseball (28:40). Lastly, Andrew introduces Tanner Shutz and PineBeltSPORTS new additional coverage (51:45).
2020-02-1356 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEpisode 112 - Signing Day, High School Basketball, Sacred Heart Soccer, Previewing USM SoftballOn this week's episode of the PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, host Andrew Abadie talks signing day, the high School basketball tournaments, Sacred Heart soccer winning South State and Southern Miss softball. Andrew first recaps signing day and then previews the area basketball team district tournaments. From there, a recap of the Sacred Heart girls' South State win over Our Lady Academy. The show closes out with a deep dive look into previewing the USM softball season.
2020-02-0649 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast111 - It's Back!The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast makes its return with Andrew Abadie as the new full-time host. Andrew explains the long hiatus for the podcast as well as all the changes that have occurred for PineBeltSPORTS. Andrew and Jesse then talk about the area's high school basketball teams. Jesse then gives a break down of Southern Miss basketball. The show closes with some talk about Lady Eagle basketball and what to expect next week.
2020-01-3054 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast110 - MLB Draft, All-Area Team, USM baseball recapOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, we touch on the MLB Draft, the Baton Rouge Regional and the PineBeltSPORTS high school baseball All-Area Team. First, Camal and Andrew discuss Southern Miss’ Matt Wallner (2:35) and Hattiesburg’s Dexter Jordan’s selection in the draft (6:40), then we the two dive into what happened in the Baton Rouge Regional (12:30). They close the show with Player of the Year, Coach of the Year and All-Area Team discussion (22:20).
2019-06-0638 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast108 - Sumrall reaches 4A state title seriesOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, it’s all Sumrall baseball, as the Bobcats prepare for the 4A State Championship series this weekend. First, Camal and Andrew break down everything that happened in the 4A South State series between Sumrall and West Lauderdale (4:30). We go over each of the three games in great detail before moving on to previewing the 4A State Championship series (27:25). Also, some Southern Miss talk to close the show (37:44).
2019-05-1543 minThe PineBeltSPORTS Podcast107 - Sumrall is the last team standingOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Camal and Andrew start with Sumrall baseball. The Bobcats won Game 3 over St. Stanislaus to punch their ticket to the 4A South State series, and we look back at the big win (7:45) and what to expect from West Lauderdale (15:00). Camal discuss PCS’ series loss to MRA (25:50) and Oak Grove’s loss to St. Martin (30:55) before the two jump into Southern Miss talk (35:40).
2019-05-0939 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEp. 106 - 99 strikeouts, 6 walks: Third round previewOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Camal and Andrew touch on topics from the NFL draft to the high school baseball playoffs. First, four players from the Hattiesburg area will get NFL shots after either getting drafted in last week’s NFL Draft or signed as an undrafted free agent (9:00). Then, PCS’s Game 1 win over Oak Forest Academy is the topic of conversation (13:30). After that, we dive deep into Oak Grove and Sumrall’s third round playoff series (18:35) before giving a quick rundown of the state track meet this weekend (34:40). As always, we close...
2019-05-0246 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEp. 105 - Four teams still alive in baseball playoffsOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Camal and Andrew recap the first round of the high school baseball playoffs, then preview the second round. We start with a Purvis softball discussion and the Lady Tornadoes second-round series win over Bay High (11:10). After a quick recap of the first round of the baseball playoffs (15:40), the two dive into the four area second-round matchups (25:20). Harrison Central-Oak Grove (27:20), Petal-Biloxi (32:30), NE Jones-Sumrall (35:40) and Lumberton-Hamilton (30:50).
2019-04-2546 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEp. 104 - Previewing prep baseball first roundOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, we focus solely on this weekend’s first round of the high school baseball playoffs. We discuss Petal-D’Iberville (8:40), Pass High-Sumrall (15:15), Purvis-St. Stanislaus (19:05), Mt. Olive-Lumberton (22:55) and Sacred Heart-Sebastopol (25:10) throughout the episode.
2019-04-1837 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEp. 103 - Area teams gear up for baseball postseasonOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Camal and Andrew open with quirky traditions at The Masters (2:40) before jumping into more local discussions. First, the two talk about the Tuesday night games they each covered. Andrew was at Lumberton baseball’s loss to Resurrection, and there was plenty to talk about off the field (9:55). Camal covered Oak Grove’s monster win over George County, where the Warriors put themselves in good position to claim the region title (15:50). Camal runs through the playoff picture quickly (21:00) before the show turns to more of a Southern Miss conver...
2019-04-1250 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEp. 102 - The high school baseball playoff pictureOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Camal and Andrew discuss the Petal-Oak Grove game Tuesday, each of our area team’s playoff picture and some Southern Miss baseball as it prepares for a weekend series against Marshall. First, Andrew explains what he saw from Tuesday night at Petal (8:00), then Camal goes through all eight area teams and what their playoff position is with two weeks left until the regular season (17:00). The two close the show with plenty of Southern Miss baseball discussion (35:20).
2019-04-0444 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEp. 101 - Prep baseball and NFL rule changeOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, we take a deep dive into Sumrall’s win over Purvis and PCS’ conference-opening win over MRA. After discussing other prep teams last week, we made sure to include Purvis and PCS this week. After that, we close with a Southern Miss baseball discussion.
2019-03-2843 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEpisode 100 - What area prep baseball teams are legit?On this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, area high school baseball is the main topic. First, Andrew and Camal discuss the idea of local media promoting and protecting the brand of the school or university he or she covers (10:45). Should the local media promote and protect Southern Miss’ brand? We weigh in. Then, we get into high school baseball talk with plenty to discuss with a few area teams (17:00). Which teams are legit state championship contenders?
2019-03-2135 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEpisode 99 - Sumrall's Larry Knight, C-USA basketball tournamentOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Camal visits with Sumrall baseball coach Larry Knight to discuss a number of topics. Also, Andrew and Camal preview the Conference USA basketball tournament, as well as talk a little bit about Southern Miss baseball’s offensive woes. First, the interview with Larry Knight is played (10:00). The conversation starts with Sumrall’s turf field, then how his Bobcats fared at the Perfect Game National Showdown last week. They also discuss this year’s team and Knight supporting Louisiana Tech baseball in Southern Miss country. After that, the two prev...
2019-03-1348 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEpisode 98 - Officiating for Hattiesburg basketball, USM beach volleyball is the place to beOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Camal and Andrew hit on a number of high school and Southern Miss topics. First, just how bad was the officiating during the Hattiesburg Lady Tigers 5A Semifinal game Tuesday? Bad enough for coach Caronica Jackson to publically say it was the worst officiated game she’s ever been a part of (7:00). Camal also shares his thoughts on the game, as well as the Tigers’ loss to Center Hill later that night (13:45). After that, Andrew chats about what he saw from Southern Miss baseball over the weekend (17:30) and Southern Miss b...
2019-03-0745 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEpisode 97 - Hattiesburg basketball and what's up with Southern Miss baseballOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, we discuss Hattiesburg High’s basketball semifinal matchups, as well as a heavy dose of Southern Miss baseball. First, Camal and Andrew break down the Hattiesburg Lady Tigers matchup with Olive Branch in the 5A Semifinals (7:00), and the Hattiesburg Tigers’ semifinal game with an opponent that is yet to be determined. After that, we discuss the positives and negatives of Southern Miss baseball’s 4-3 start to the season (16:30).
2019-02-2838 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEpisode 96 - Prep basketball playoffs, Southern Miss baseballOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Camal and Andrew discuss the high school basketball playoff picture, as well as Southern Miss baseball and basketball. First, Andrew discusses his feature on PCS basketball player Sam McCrary (1:30), then Camal breaks down what to expect this week for area basketball teams in the playoffs (5:00). After that, the two give their observations from Southern Miss baseball’s sweep of Purdue and look ahead to this weekend’s series with Mississippi State (17:45).
2019-02-2137 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEpisode 95 - High School Baseball Preview ShowIt’s the high school baseball preview on The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast this week. Camal and Andrew break down each of the eight area prep baseball teams, as well as play sound bites from every coach, to help preview the 2019 season. Oak Grove (8:10)Petal (15:45)Hattiesburg (22:10)Sumrall (29:25)Purvis (36:05)Lumberton (43:15)Sacred Heart (47:10)PCS (49:40)
2019-02-1457 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEpisode 94 - Art Briles, Jay Hopson and National Signing DayOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, there’s a lot to cover. From Art Briles, Jay Hopson, Sacred Heart soccer and National Signing Day, there’s plenty to talk about. First, Camal and Andrew discuss the Southern Miss football soap opera that took place this week. Then, after briefly chatting about Sacred Heart soccer teams making the State Championship, the rest of the show is centered around National Signing Day. We play interviews from Oak Grove’s John Rhys Plumlee (20:15), Ben Johnson (28:450, Thomas Holford (31:50) and Tyson Keys (33:30), then Sumrall’s Solomon Landrum (37:50), Petal’s Trent Will...
2019-02-0747 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEpisode 93 - Snow day, Gus Malzahn and high school soccer playoffsOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, we chat about the second round of the high school soccer playoffs, as well as other topics from around the area. After the two talk about Tuesday’s “snow day,” Camal explains why Auburn football coach Gus Malzahn was at the PineBeltSPORTS baseball photo shoot last week. Sacred Heart and Oak Grove’s matchups in the second round of the soccer playoffs is discussed next, then Camal and Andrew close the show with Southern Miss basketball and baseball talk.
2019-01-3140 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEpisode 92 - Southern Miss baseball previewOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Camal and Andrew recap Southern Miss baseball’s media day on Wednesday. Along with a complete breakdown of the Golden Eagles 2019 squad, Camal and Andrew also sit down with Southern Miss pitching coach Christian Ostrander for a detailed interview.
2019-01-2440 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEpisode 91 - USM interim AD Jeff MitchellOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, it’s a Southern Miss heavy show. First, Camal gives a quick breakdown of where area high school soccer teams stand in the region standings (8:20), then Camal and Andrew dive into multiple subjects regarding Southern Miss athletics. After discussing what interim Director of Athletics Jeff Mitchell has done so far and what’s next for him, an interview with Mitchell is played (13:25). Southern Miss assistant coaching searches (34:15), baseball season looming (40:20) and a little drama with the basketball program (42:25) follows Mitchell’s interview.
2019-01-1746 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEpisode 90 - Petal's loss to Meridian + Southern Miss newsOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Camal and Andrew touch on a number of topics regarding high school basketball, high school soccer and Southern Miss athletics. First, at the 8:25 mark, the news of Southern Miss losing two assistant coaches is discussed with some more details. Could there be more changes on the horizon? At the 17:55 mark, Camal paints the picture from Tuesday night’s Meridian-Petal game, along with a postgame interview with Petal coach Todd Kimble. After that, Andrew talks about Southern Miss basketball’s struggles (27:50), then a quick area basketball and soccer update...
2019-01-1047 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEpisode 88 - Recap of early National Signing DayOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, it’s a National Signing Day edition. We have interviews from eight area football players who signed to played Division I football. Also, Camal and Andrew bring some Southern Miss recruiting thoughts. Purvis: Matthew Ryals – Southern Miss (10:35)Sumrall: Dannis Jackson – Ole Miss (16:00)Oak Grove: Jarius Reimonenq – Arkansas State (22:35)Oak Grove: Jack Harris – Mississippi State (24:50)Hattiesburg: Jarod “Snoop” Conner – Ole Miss (30:40)Hattiesburg: Hakeem Vance – Baylor (33:30)Hattiesburg: Jaren Handy – Auburn (35:25)Hattiesburg: Demetris Allen – UTSA (36:45)
2018-12-2043 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEpisode 87 - Petal basketball + Southern Miss rumors with AndrewOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Camal and Andrew hit a few local topics surround area high school and Southern Miss athletics. Andrew discusses what he saw from Petal basketball on Tuesday night, while Camal talks about Oak Grove from Monday. Plus, a look at other area teams. After more high school talk, there are a few notable Southern Miss topics brought up before Andrew shares a few possible rumors that are circulating.
2018-12-1340 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEpisode 86 - Transitioning from football seasonOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Camal and Andrew hit a range of topics from football to basketball. First, they discuss how the MHSAA Gridiron Classic did at Southern Miss last weekend. What were some issues and what made the weekend great? After that, they discuss the North-South All-Star game, who’s on the South team from the area and who got snubbed? Then, Camal and Andrew switch from football to basketball and discuss the two games they covered Tuesday night. Andrew talks about FCAHS-Purvis, while Camal hits on Hattiesburg-Oak Grove. As always, Sout...
2018-12-0640 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEpisode 85 - Football State Championship PreviewOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, WDAM’s Taylor Curet joins Camal and Andrew to discuss all six MHSAA high school football state championship games, before diving deep into Oak Grove’s matchup with Horn Lake. There’s also an interview with Oak Grove senior quarterback John Rhys Plumlee played. After high school football talk, Andrew describes what he saw from Tuesday’s Hattiesburg-Petal game and Sunday’s William Carey-Southern Miss game. Also, Southern Miss’ bowl game hopes and other important Southern Miss news.
2018-11-2951 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEpisode 59 - Fayetteville Regional + Joe Gray and Dexter JordanOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS, Camal and Andrew discuss the Fayetteville Regional and they give their picks for Omaha. Also, Camal breaks down how off the Regional projections were compared to the committee’s selection. The PineBeltSPORTS Co-Players of the Year, Hattiesburg’s Joe Gray and Dexter Jordan, join the show for a lengthy conversation, then the All-Area team is broken down.
2018-05-3144 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEpisode 41 - Ito SmithOn this week’s Episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, former Southern Miss running back Ito Smith joins to discuss playing in the Senior Bowl. Smith, who’s from Mobile, went to every Senior Bowl game growing up, and it was a dream come true when he received his invitation in December. He goes into detail of what it means to play in the game and what he has to prove to the NFL scouts. After the break, we take a look at what’s in the near future as far as coverage at PineBeltSPORTS.
2018-01-2523 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEpisode 38 - Football Player, Coach of the Year interviewsOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, hear from football PineBeltSPORTS Player of the Year Hattiesburg quarterback Jarod “Snoop” Conner and Coach of the Year Hattiesburg’s Tony Vance. First, an interview from December with Conner is played. He touches on his season, his statistics and what he’s doing to get better for next season. After the break, Vance’s long, detailed interview is played. He goes over how he first heard of the Hattiesburg job opening, why it lingered in his mind for so long, which led to him applying for the job, and what the las...
2018-01-0435 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEpisode 23 - PCS coach Joey Hawkins + game breakdowns with Jacob KempOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, PCS coach Joey Hawkins sits down with sports editor Camal Petro to discuss his team and he previews PCS’ matchup with Jackson Prep Friday. After the break, Camal is joined with PineBeltSPORTS contributor Jacob Kemp to breakdown all of the area games and how each team stacks up in each respective region. Questions, comments or concerns? Email sports@HubCitySPOKES.com
2017-09-2142 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEpisode 17 - The PineBeltSPORTS high school football preview showOn this week’s extended episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, it’s the high school football preview show. Every year we go around and interview area coaches for the PineBeltSPORTS Football Outlook Magazine, and there are quotes and sound bites that go unused. Well, we’ve taken those quotes and sound bites and used them to paint a picture of our eight high school football teams. Be on the lookout for the magazine, which should be available in two weeks. There will be even more content available in the magazine, and it’ll be completely different from thi...
2017-08-1038 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEpisode 16 - Patrick Ochs of The Sun Herald previews coast footballOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, Patrick Ochs of The Sun Herald joins the show to discuss coast football. He details some of the teams Pine Belt schools might see in the regular season and in the post season. Ochs talks in-depth about teams like George County, Gulfport, Picayune, Poplarville, Resurrection and a few others. After the break, the second installment of the top 15 potentially must-see games of the 2017 prep football season is discussed. Remember, next week is the Podcast’s high school football preview, so subscribe to “The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast” on iTune...
2017-08-0334 minThe PineBeltSPORTS PodcastEpisode 7 - Oak Grove's Drew Boyd & William Carey's Bobby HalfordOn this week’s episode of The PineBeltSPORTS Podcast, it’s a jam-packed show with two guests. First, the 2017 PineBeltSPORTS Baseball Player of the Year Drew Boyd is the guest to talk about his senior season, career at Oak Grove, his arm injury and how his focus at the plate changed. After the break, William Carey coach Bobby Halford joins the show to discuss last week’s opening round tournament win to send his baseball team to the NAIA World Series. On the phone from Lewiston, Idaho, where the World Series takes place, he previews the 10-team...
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