Episodes

  • The Early-Season Lab: Tight Games, Tough Tests, Better Baseball | Ep. 3

    The Early-Season Lab: Tight Games, Tough Tests, Better Baseball | Ep. 3
    Feb 19 2026
    Houston County head baseball coach Matt Hopkins recaps a strong 2026 start (3-1) featuring a split with North Oconee and a 6–0 shutout win over Jones County.

    Coach Hopkins explains how early games help define the Bears’ identity, lock in the starting rotation, and develop bullpen arms, highlighting surprise innings from Michael Lyons and the push to build depth before region play.

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    17 mins
  • Lineup Shuffles, Fast Starts, and a North Oconee Doubleheader | Ep. 2

    Lineup Shuffles, Fast Starts, and a North Oconee Doubleheader | Ep. 2
    Feb 11 2026
    Houston County head baseball coach Matt Hopkins recaps the Bears’ preseason tune-up, their first game of the 2026 season against Warner Robins, and early lineup/position adjustments.

    Coach Hopkins also explains why fast starts matter over a 30-game regular season and previews a big week ahead with a North Oconee doubleheader plus a road test at Jones County.

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    23 mins
  • The “Force Failure” Season | Ep. 1

    The “Force Failure” Season | Ep. 1
    Feb 5 2026
    Houston County head baseball coach Matt Hopkins sits down with Phil Jones to break down the Bears’ 2025 season, preview the 2026 roster, and discuss a loaded schedule that features North Oconee, Jones County, Woodstock, and the LaGrange Invitational.

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    27 mins