This week on The Sports Huddle, Chris Kelly is joined by:

• 🏀 McDowell Titans head basketball coach Turner Kincaid, who discusses summer workouts, player development, team chemistry, and expectations for the upcoming season.
• ⚾ New McDowell Titans head baseball coach Bill Hiller Jr., who shares his vision for building a championship culture and developing baseball throughout McDowell County.
• 🏈 SEC and Tennessee insider Marty Perry, breaking down the Vols' quarterback situation, defensive improvements, and the outlook for the 2026 SEC football season.

Plus, Braves talk, local sports updates, and everything happening across Western North Carolina sports.

On this edition of The Sports Huddle, Chris Kelly is joined by a trio of outstanding coaches as summer workouts heat up and preparations begin for the fall sports season.

🏈 Irwin Warriors head football coach Rodney Pruitt discusses offseason training, seven-on-seven competition, the return of standout quarterback Caden Ingles, rising star running back Jabari Colbert, and what to expect from the Warriors in 2026.

⚾ T.C. Roberson head baseball coach Eric Philippek reflects on another successful season, winning the MAC Conference championship, developing college-level talent, building a championship culture, and the future of the Rams program.

🏆 Charlotte sports insider Jay Alverson checks in with special guest Shelby Golden Lions head football coach Mike Wilbanks, one of North Carolina’s most accomplished coaches, to talk about Shelby’s winning tradition, championship expectations, and what makes Cleveland County one of the state's premier football hotbeds.

Plus, Braves updates, local sports news, and plenty of conversation from across Western North Carolina and beyond.

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This week on The Sports Huddle, Chris Kelly and Sports Huddle insider Stan Pamfilis break down the latest sports headlines, including Braves baseball, NBA playoff storylines, high school athletics, and coaching news from around Western North Carolina. The crew also discusses local baseball, upcoming events, and the biggest stories shaping the summer sports landscape.

Later, RS Central head football coach Jim Ryan joins the show to discuss the Hilltoppers' offseason program, summer workouts, team development, and expectations for the upcoming football season. Coach Ryan shares insight into building a winning culture, preparing players for the challenges ahead, and why his junior-heavy roster could be poised for a strong campaign this fall.

Plus, longtime coach and football analyst Bruce Ollis stops by to talk summer conditioning, seven-on-seven competition, the importance of offseason preparation, and what fans can expect as high school football season continues to draw closer.