Highway To Hoover

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge recap Weekend 12 around the SEC. They discuss LSU and Ole Miss both making moves toward the regional bubble, Tennessee elevating to be the No. 1 team in the country, Georgia looking impressive in a sweep of Vanderbilt and much more. 02:08 LSU and Ole Miss: A Weekend of Comebacks 04:07 Analyzing LSU's Path to the Postseason 07:53 Ole Miss' Performance and Postseason Prospects 13:18 Tennessee's Dominance and Florida's Struggles 21:22 Kentucky's Historic Season and Omaha Dreams 29:10 Vanderbilt's Postseason Chances and Performance Analysis 32:00 Georgia's Sweep and Its Impact on Hosting Prospects 37:37 Mississippi State's Hosting Ambitions and Alabama's Struggle 42:39 South Carolina's Hosting Hopes and Missouri's Hoover Race 50:17 Previewing Upcoming Games and Special Edition Announcement Highway to Hoover is presented by pitchLogic. Take control of your training by monitoring every pitch with their smart baseball. The pitchLogic ball gives personalized feedback and recommendations so you can set goals with confidence and make your pitches even nastier! Learn more: https://pitchlogic.com/ Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | Spotify Learn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-Info Follow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy is joined by Ben McKee of GoVols247 to talk Tennessee baseball. They discuss what the Volunteers have found out about themselves on the mound, whether this lineup is deeper than the 2022 Tennessee lineup and how much Tennessee fans should appreciate what Blake Burke and Christian Moore have done in their careers. 01:21 Analyzing the Vols' Offensive Powerhouse 02:21 The Secret Sauce: Team Camaraderie and Leadership 06:42 Blake Burke's Breakout Season: A Closer Look 09:44 Freshman Phenom: Dean Curley's Rise 12:45 Pitching Prowess: Tennessee's Mound Strategy 19:59 Emerging Freshmen and Postseason Prospects 23:16 Farewell to the Lindsey Nelson Press Box Highway to Hoover is presented by pitchLogic. Take control of your training by monitoring every pitch with their smart baseball. The pitchLogic ball gives personalized feedback and recommendations so you can set goals with confidence and make your pitches even nastier! Learn more: https://pitchlogic.com/ Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | Spotify Learn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-Info Follow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge recap Weekend 11 around the SEC. They discuss Mississippi State's important series win over Vanderbilt, the wild series that took place between Texas A&M and Georgia and Kentucky and South Carolina, Arkansas slipping past Florida and much more. 01:13 Analyzing the SEC's Unique Positioning and Milestones 05:20 The Impact of Conference Expansion on College Baseball 09:26 Mississippi State's Path to Hosting: A Deep Dive 18:04 Georgia vs. Texas A&M: A Record-Breaking Weekend 24:14 The Curious Case of Christian Mracna 28:03 Florida vs. Arkansas: A Unique Play 30:13 The Razorbacks' Tightrope: Analyzing Arkansas' Strategy 36:11 Kentucky vs. South Carolina: A Bizarre SEC East Showdown 44:32 Alabama's Impressive Series Win and Ole Miss' Tough Path 48:16 Auburn and LSU's Struggle for Postseason Viability 53:13 Tennessee's Sweep and Missouri's Pitching Prowess 56:28 Looking Ahead: SEC Tournament Preparations Highway to Hoover is presented by pitchLogic. Take control of your training by monitoring every pitch with their smart baseball. The pitchLogic ball gives personalized feedback and recommendations so you can set goals with confidence and make your pitches even nastier! Learn more: https://pitchlogic.com/ Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | Spotify Learn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-Info Follow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy is joined by Cade Hampton of the Tuscaloosa News to talk Alabama baseball. They discuss the Crimson Tide's 3-3 showing against Arkansas and Texas A&M, the way the pitching staff has fought through myriad injuries, Gage Miller's breakout season and optimism for the rest of the season given the way the schedule eases up. Highway to Hoover is presented by pitchLogic. Take control of your training by monitoring every pitch with their smart baseball. The pitchLogic ball gives personalized feedback and recommendations so you can set goals with confidence and make your pitches even nastier! Learn more: https://pitchlogic.com/ Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | Spotify Learn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-Info Follow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge recap Weekend 10 around the SEC. They discuss the blockbuster series between Tennessee and Kentucky, the ejection of Vanderbilt's JD Thompson, A&M continuing to roll and the postseason paths for LSU and Ole Miss. 01:15 Highlight Series: Kentucky vs. Tennessee Showdown 10:40 Florida vs. Vanderbilt: Controversy and Consequences 20:43 Alabama's RPI Watch and SEC Standings Analysis 27:50 Arkansas and South Carolina: A Battle of Consistency 34:01 Highlighting Hagen Smith's Exceptional Season 37:31 Diving Into LSU and Mizzou's Series Outcomes 43:52 Mississippi State's Sweep and Auburn's Struggles 50:35 Ole Miss and Georgia: A Missed Opportunity and a Surprising Contender 59:58 Wrapping Up with Postseason Predictions and Updates Highway to Hoover is presented by pitchLogic. Take control of your training by monitoring every pitch with their smart baseball. The pitchLogic ball gives personalized feedback and recommendations so you can set goals with confidence and make your pitches even nastier! Learn more: https://pitchlogic.com/ Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | Spotify Learn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-Info Follow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy is joined by David Eckert of the Clarion Ledger to talk Ole Miss baseball. They discuss the Rebels' much-needed series win over Mississippi State, the struggles in the weekend rotation, what's behind Ethan Lege's star turn and what it will take for Ole Miss to make a push for a regional. Highway to Hoover is presented by pitchLogic. Take control of your training by monitoring every pitch with their smart baseball. The pitchLogic ball gives personalized feedback and recommendations so you can set goals with confidence and make your pitches even nastier! Learn more: https://pitchlogic.com/ Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | Spotify Learn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-Info Follow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge recap Weekend 9 around the SEC. They discuss Alabama's series win over No. 1 Arkansas, Kentucky moving to 14-1 in league play with a sweep of Auburn, Ole Miss getting a much needed series win over rival Mississippi State and much more. 01:26 Weekend Highlights: Alabama's Triumph Over Arkansas 10:57 The Egg Bowl Series: Ole Miss vs. Mississippi State Drama 21:22 LSU's Struggles and Missouri's Pitching Prowess 23:24 Spotlight on Charlie Condon: A Walk-On Success Story 24:49 Tennessee's Pitching Strategy: Adapting to Injuries 28:59 Kentucky's Impressive Season and Upcoming Challenges 36:59 Vanderbilt's Struggles and A&M's Dominance 44:14 South Carolina's Road Series Win Over Florida Highway to Hoover is presented by pitchLogic. Take control of your training by monitoring every pitch with their smart baseball. The pitchLogic ball gives personalized feedback and recommendations so you can set goals with confidence and make your pitches even nastier! Learn more: https://pitchlogic.com/ Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | Spotify Learn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-Info Follow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy is joined by Matt Jones of the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette to talk Arkansas baseball. They discuss the excellence of Hagen Smith, what's behind Will McEntire's emergence as arguably the best reliever in the SEC, the kickstart Peyton Stovall has given the lineup and the concerns that the Razorbacks might be too light offensively come June. Highway to Hoover is presented by pitchLogic. Take control of your training by monitoring every pitch with their smart baseball. The pitchLogic ball gives personalized feedback and recommendations so you can set goals with confidence and make your pitches even nastier! Learn more: https://pitchlogic.com/ Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | Spotify Learn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-Info Follow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge recap Weekend 8 around the SEC. They discuss the surprising sweep for Mizzou over Florida, Kentucky moving to 11-1 in conference play, the struggles of LSU, Ole Miss and Auburn to this point, and much more. 01:29 A Wild Ride to Starkville: Mark's Accident Story 03:57 Diving Into the Baseball: SEC's Strength and Predictions 12:21 Mizzou's Unexpected Sweep Over Florida 22:37 Kentucky's Dominance Continues 29:59 Vanderbilt vs. LSU: A Comparative Analysis 33:10 Analyzing LSU's Pitching Struggles and Future Prospects 36:02 Vanderbilt's Emerging Stars: Holcomb and McElvain 39:13 The Controversial Game: Georgia vs. Mississippi State 58:37 Auburn's Pitching Dilemma and Tennessee's Offensive Powerhouse Highway to Hoover is presented by pitchLogic. Take control of your training by monitoring every pitch with their smart baseball. The pitchLogic ball gives personalized feedback and recommendations so you can set goals with confidence and make your pitches even nastier! Learn more: https://pitchlogic.com/ Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | Spotify Learn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-Info Follow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy is joined by Kentucky baseball radio play-by-play announcer Darren Headrick. They discuss what's behind the Wildcats' hot start to the season, the quiet excellence of Emilien Pitre, Mason Moore's success in his transition to the weekend rotation and how UK will handle the toughest part of its schedule, which is still to come. Highway to Hoover is presented by pitchLogic. Take control of your training by monitoring every pitch with their smart baseball. The pitchLogic ball gives personalized feedback and recommendations so you can set goals with confidence and make your pitches even nastier! Learn more: https://pitchlogic.com/ Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | Spotify Learn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-Info Follow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge recap Week 7 around the SEC. They discuss Arkansas' impressive sweep of LSU, the different fortunes of the Mississippi schools, the wild series between Georgia and Tennessee, and much more. 01:32 Joe's Fayetteville Adventure: A First-Time Visit 04:15 Arkansas vs. LSU Series Breakdown: A Comprehensive Sweep 09:41 Exploring LSU's Challenges and Potential for Improvement 11:51 The SEC's Brutal Schedule: A Test of Strength and Strategy 19:50 Mississippi State vs. Ole Miss: A Tale of Two Teams 25:04 Kentucky's Impressive Run: Strategy and Success 29:04 Spotlight on Mississippi State and Florida's Fascinating Matchup 35:24 Exploring the Volatility of Georgia's Baseball Season 38:48 Tennessee's Resilience and Pitching Concerns 42:31 Alabama's Pitching Challenges and South Carolina's Strategy 45:51 Auburn's Struggles and Texas A&M's Offensive Powerhouse 52:39 Vanderbilt vs. Mizzou: A Pitching Perspective 58:20 Looking Ahead: SEC Games and Personal Observations Highway to Hoover is presented by pitchLogic. Take control of your training by monitoring every pitch with their smart baseball. The pitchLogic ball gives personalized feedback and recommendations so you can set goals with confidence and make your pitches even nastier! Learn more: https://pitchlogic.com/ Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | Spotify Learn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-Info Follow 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 and NOLA.com to talk LSU baseball. They discuss the Tigers' bullpen woes, the standout efforts of the starting rotation, what will have to happen for the lineup to turn the corner the rest of the way and much more. 02:18 LSU's Bullpen Woes: A Detailed Analysis 10:10 Exploring the Rotation's Surprising Success 13:35 Thatcher Hurd: The Sunday Starter Conundrum 18:11 LSU's Offensive Struggles and Potential Turnaround 25:36 Navigating the SEC Gauntlet: LSU's Tough Schedule Ahead 30:13 Setting Expectations for LSU Baseball Highway to Hoover is presented by pitchLogic. Take control of your training by monitoring every pitch with their smart baseball. The pitchLogic ball gives personalized feedback and recommendations so you can set goals with confidence and make your pitches even nastier! Learn more: https://pitchlogic.com/ Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | Spotify Learn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-Info Follow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge recap Weekend 6 around the SEC. They try to make sense of South Carolina's emphatic sweep of Vanderbilt, discuss the back-and-forth series between LSU and Florida, talk about what to make of Georgia and much, much more. 03:22 The Importance of Home Advantage 06:04 South Carolina vs. Vanderbilt: A Surprising Outcome 17:29 Florida vs. LSU: A Series of Surprises 29:33 Georgia vs. Alabama: An Unexpected Turn 37:58 Arkansas vs. Auburn Series Breakdown 39:14 Auburn's Path Forward and Pitching Analysis 47:07 Kentucky's Resilience and Missouri's Potential 53:42 Tennessee's Offensive Strategy and Ole Miss's Challenges 57:35 Looking Ahead: Upcoming Series and Schedule Adjustments Highway to Hoover is presented by pitchLogic. Take control of your training by monitoring every pitch with their smart baseball. The pitchLogic ball gives personalized feedback and recommendations so you can set goals with confidence and make your pitches even nastier! Learn more: https://pitchlogic.com/ Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | Spotify Learn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-Info Follow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy is joined by Aria Gerson of The Tennessean to talk Vanderbilt baseball. They discuss how the Vanderbilt lineup has impressed thus far, the steadiness of the weekend rotation through five weeks, the freshmen relievers who have stepped up in a big way and much more. 01:22 Analyzing Vanderbilt's Offensive Strategy 04:48 Spotlight on Alan Espinal's Breakout Season 07:14 Highlighting Freshman Sensation Camden Kozeal 09:02 Examining Vanderbilt's Pitching Dynamics 10:21 The Freshmen Phenomenon in the Bullpen 15:12 Optimism and Challenges in the Bullpen 17:30 The Art of Midseason Adjustments 21:09 Final Thoughts and Where to Follow Aria's Work Highway to Hoover is presented by pitchLogic. Take control of your training by monitoring every pitch with their smart baseball. The pitchLogic ball gives personalized feedback and recommendations so you can set goals with confidence and make your pitches even nastier! Learn more: https://pitchlogic.com/ Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | Spotify Learn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-Info Follow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge recap Weekend 5 in the SEC, which was the first weekend of conference play. They discuss the marquee series between Florida and Texas A&M, which of the series wins for the Mississippi schools was most impressive, Alabama toughing out a series win over Tennessee and much more. 02:46 Marquee Matchup: Florida vs. A&M Deep Dive 10:41 Mississippi State's Surprising Weekend: A Turnaround Story 16:18 Ole Miss and South Carolina: Analyzing the Series 20:49 The Impact of Home Advantage in SEC Play 24:34 Alabama's Gritty Performance: A Deep Dive 30:02 Vanderbilt's Offensive Surge: A Surprising Turn 37:10 Kentucky's Dominance Over Georgia: An In-Depth Look 43:21 Arkansas vs. Missouri: A Pitching Masterclass 45:49 Missouri's Struggles and Future Prospects 48:48 Wrapping Up: Key Takeaways and Future Predictions Highway to Hoover is presented by pitchLogic. Take control of your training by monitoring every pitch with their smart baseball. The pitchLogic ball gives personalized feedback and recommendations so you can set goals with confidence and make your pitches even nastier! Learn more: https://pitchlogic.com/ Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | Spotify Learn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-Info Follow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy is joined by Jacob Rudner of 247Sports to discuss Florida baseball. They talk about the pitching concerns for the Gators so far, Colby Shelton's performance as a shortstop, Jac Caglianone's swing decisions and much more. 02:12 Analyzing the Gators' Offensive Strengths and Pitching Concerns 05:49 Exploring the Potential for Improvement and Adjustments 11:08 Highlighting Emerging Talent and Bullpen Dynamics 13:40 Position Player Performance: Expectations vs. Reality 21:32 Wrapping Up: The State of Florida Gators Baseball Highway to Hoover is presented by pitchLogic. Take control of your training by monitoring every pitch with their smart baseball. The pitchLogic ball gives personalized feedback and recommendations so you can set goals with confidence and make your pitches even nastier! Learn more: https://pitchlogic.com/ Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | Spotify Learn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-Info Follow 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, including Alabama and Tennessee's offensive onslaughts, LSU and Arkansas continuing to dominate on the mound and Florida struggling through its series against Saint Mary's. 01:58 Auburn's Rollercoaster Weekend: From Worst to First 05:29 Florida's Pitching Dilemma: Searching for Consistency 14:33 Tennessee's Offensive Powerhouse: Depth and Dominance 24:10 LSU's Pitching Mastery: A Zero-Run Phenomenon 30:09 Mississippi State's Winning Streak: A Closer Look 34:26 Ole Miss and South Carolina: Preparing for SEC Play 39:36 Looking Ahead: Exciting Matchups in SEC Opening Weekend 42:11 Closing Thoughts and Podcast Promotion Highway to Hoover is presented by pitchLogic. Take control of your training by monitoring every pitch with their smart baseball. The pitchLogic ball gives personalized feedback and recommendations so you can set goals with confidence and make your pitches even nastier! Learn more: https://pitchlogic.com/ Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | Spotify Learn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-Info Follow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy is joined by Robbie Faulk of Maroon & White Daily to talk Mississippi State baseball. They discuss the improvements made on the mound under pitching coach Justin Parker, how much concern there should be about the lineup, the catching situation and what will have to happen for things to fully turn around after back-to-back difficult seasons. 02:00 Analyzing the Pitching Staff's Remarkable Improvement 07:36 The Lineup's Struggle and Potential for Growth 13:19 The Catching Situation: Overcoming Challenges 16:31 Facing the Gauntlet: A Tough SEC Schedule Ahead 21:43 Defining Success for Mississippi State This Season 25:19 Closing Remarks and Guest Plugs Highway To Hoover is presented by pitchLogic. Take control of your training by monitoring every pitch with their smart baseball. The pitchLogic ball gives personalized feedback and recommendations so you can set goals with confidence and make your pitches even nastier! Learn more: https://pitchlogic.com/ Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | Spotify Learn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-Info Follow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge recap Week 3 around the SEC. They discuss LSU and Vanderbilt going 3-0 in Houston, Alabama impressing once again, what to make of South Carolina after an 0-2 showing against rival Clemson and so much more. 02:47 Analysis of LSU's Performance 14:38 Insights on Alabama's Progress 20:32 Review of South Carolina-Clemson Series 36:01 Transitioning to Discuss Vanderbilt's Performance 39:41 Evaluating the Performance of Other SEC Teams 41:51 Wrapping Up and Looking Ahead to Future Games Highway to Hoover is presented by pitchLogic. Take control of your training by monitoring every pitch with their smart baseball. The pitchLogic ball gives personalized feedback and recommendations so you can set goals with confidence and make your pitches even nastier! Learn more: https://pitchlogic.com/ Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | Spotify Learn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-Info Follow 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 discuss South Carolina baseball. They talk about what can be taken away from the Gamecocks' start to the season, how the pitching staff is coming along, breakout stars in the lineup and what to expect this weekend in a rivalry series against Clemson. Highway To Hoover is presented by pitchLogic. Take control of your training by monitoring every pitch with their smart baseball. The pitchLogic ball gives personalized feedback and recommendations so you can set goals with confidence and make your pitches even nastier! Learn more: https://pitchlogic.com/ Subscribe to the Highway To Hoover Podcast: Apple | Spotify Learn more about SEC Extra: https://d1ba.se/SEC-Extra-Info Follow SEC Extra on Twitter: https://twitter.com/D1SECExtra