Cover IV Podcast

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In this episode, our Football Analyst, Andrew Legare will give you an in-depth preview of the Western Teams in Section IV.

This podcast was established to maximize your Section IV Football experience, regardless of your role, past or present. The goal, with your help, was to maintain a family-friendly, informative, entertaining weekly podcast with an occasional dose of appropriate humor.

This podcast takes you beyond the microphone, with in-depth analysis and insight, bringing all resources together for your benefit. This podcast complements those who cover, report, support and enjoy Section IV Football. Thank you Everyone Section IV Football.

The Cover IV Podcast is made possible by TDS Performance Improvement.
Leading people is the most important responsibility in the world, yet 60% of first-time leaders fail. TDS Performance Improvement helps prevent these costly and emotionally impactful failures. Are you prepared to lead people? Click this link to find out.

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"Coach" T.D. Smith
Cover IV Podcast Host
(607) 221-6191
www.CoverIV.com
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“May your football games and life, go into overtime.”

"Send me a text message and let me know what you think of the Cover IV Podcast."

In this episode, our Football Analyst, Ryan Gineo will give you an in-depth preview of the Northern Teams in Section IV.

This podcast was established to maximize your Section IV Football experience, regardless of your role, past or present. The goal, with your help, was to maintain a family-friendly, informative, entertaining weekly podcast with an occasional dose of appropriate humor.

This podcast takes you beyond the microphone, with in-depth analysis and insight, bringing all resources together for your benefit. This podcast complements those who cover, report, support and enjoy Section IV Football. Thank you Everyone Section IV Football.

The Cover IV Podcast is made possible by TDS Performance Improvement.
Leading people is the most important responsibility in the world, yet 60% of first-time leaders fail. TDS Performance Improvement helps prevent these costly and emotionally impactful failures. Are you prepared to lead people? Click this link to find out.

Support the show

"Coach" T.D. Smith
Cover IV Podcast Host
(607) 221-6191
www.CoverIV.com
[email protected]
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Subscribe so you don't miss the latest Section IV Football News

“May your football games and life, go into overtime.”

"Send me a text message and let me know what you think of the Cover IV Podcast."

In this episode, our Football Analyst, Tim Birney will give you an in-depth preview of the Tioga County Teams in Section IV.

This podcast was established to maximize your Section IV Football experience, regardless of your role, past or present. The goal, with your help, was to maintain a family-friendly, informative, entertaining weekly podcast with an occasional dose of appropriate humor.

This podcast takes you beyond the microphone, with in-depth analysis and insight, bringing all resources together for your benefit. This podcast complements those who cover, report, support and enjoy Section IV Football. Thank you Everyone Section IV Football.

The Cover IV Podcast is made possible by TDS Performance Improvement.
Leading people is the most important responsibility in the world, yet 60% of first-time leaders fail. TDS Performance Improvement helps prevent these costly and emotionally impactful failures. Are you prepared to lead people? Click this link to find out.

Support the show

"Coach" T.D. Smith
Cover IV Podcast Host
(607) 221-6191
www.CoverIV.com
[email protected]
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Subscribe so you don't miss the latest Section IV Football News

“May your football games and life, go into overtime.”

"Send me a text message and let me know what you think of the Cover IV Podcast."

This is the second episode in our series of 2026 Section IV Football Season Previews. Our analysts break down the teams, student-athletes, and storylines you need to know.

This episode is a conversation with Jim McLean, member of the Southern Tier Football Officials Chapter, their Rules Interpreter, and Referee on game days. Jim will review the minimal rules update and this season's points of emphasis. Jim will also take you through a typical game day preparation. He will also share the "Good Side" of officiating.

This podcast was established to maximize your Section IV Football experience, regardless of your role, past or present. The goal, with your help, was to maintain a family-friendly, informative, entertaining weekly podcast with an occasional dose of appropriate humor.

This podcast takes you beyond the microphone, with in-depth analysis and insight, bringing all resources together for your benefit. This podcast complements those who cover, report, support and enjoy Section IV Football. Thank you Everyone Section IV Football.

The Cover IV Podcast is made possible by TDS Performance Improvement.
Leading people is the most important responsibility in the world, yet 60% of first-time leaders fail. TDS Performance Improvement helps prevent these costly and emotionally impactful failures. Are you prepared to lead people? Click this link to find out.

Support the show

"Coach" T.D. Smith
Cover IV Podcast Host
(607) 221-6191
www.CoverIV.com
[email protected]
Listen to Podcast Episodes
Subscribe so you don't miss the latest Section IV Football News

“May your football games and life, go into overtime.”

"Send me a text message and let me know what you think of the Cover IV Podcast."

This is the first episode in our series of 2026 Section IV Football Season Previews. Our analysts break down the teams, student-athletes, and storylines you need to know.

This episode is a conversation with Jeff Paske, Athletic Director at Johnson City High School and the Section IV Football Coordinator. Jeff will share with us his insight and expertise on everything you need to know about the 2026 Section IV Football season.

This podcast was established to maximize your Section IV Football experience, regardless of your role, past or present. The goal, with your help, was to maintain a family-friendly, informative, entertaining weekly podcast with an occasional dose of appropriate humor.

This podcast takes you beyond the microphone, with in-depth analysis and insight, bringing all resources together for your benefit. This podcast complements those who cover, report, support and enjoy Section IV Football. Thank you Everyone Section IV Football.

The Cover IV Podcast is made possible by TDS Performance Improvement.
Leading people is the most important responsibility in the world, yet 60% of first-time leaders fail. TDS Performance Improvement helps prevent these costly and emotionally impactful failures. Are you prepared to lead people? Click this link to find out.

Support the show

"Coach" T.D. Smith
Cover IV Podcast Host
(607) 221-6191
www.CoverIV.com
[email protected]
Listen to Podcast Episodes
Subscribe so you don't miss the latest Section IV Football News

“May your football games and life, go into overtime.”

"Send me a text message and let me know what you think of the Cover IV Podcast."

This episode is a conversation with Horseheads Head Coach Kevin Hillman and Horseheads’ Mr. Everything, the 69th recipient of the prestigious Ernie Davis Award, Patrick Laney.

This podcast was established to maximize your Section IV Football experience, regardless of your role, past or present. The goal, with your help, was to maintain a family-friendly, informative, entertaining weekly podcast with an occasional dose of appropriate humor.

This podcast takes you beyond the microphone, with in-depth analysis and insight, bringing all resources together for your benefit. This podcast complements those who cover, report, support and enjoy Section IV Football. Thank you Everyone Section IV Football.

The Cover IV Podcast is made possible by TDS Performance Improvement.
Leading people is the most important responsibility in the world, yet 60% of first-time leaders fail. TDS Performance Improvement prevents these failures. Are you prepared to lead people? Click this link to determine if you have what it takes to lead people.

Support the show

"Coach" T.D. Smith
Cover IV Podcast Host
(607) 221-6191
www.CoverIV.com
[email protected]
Listen to Podcast Episodes
Subscribe so you don't miss the latest Section IV Football News

“May your football games and life, go into overtime.”

"Send me a text message and let me know what you think of the Cover IV Podcast."

Our guest today is Nick Aiello, head coach of the Tioga Tigers. Coach and I will discuss the importance of leadership, preparation, perseverance, the championship journey and this may sound counter intuitive, but we will also discuss the importance of losses.

This podcast was established to maximize your Section IV Football experience, regardless of your role, past or present. The goal, with your help, was to maintain a family-friendly, informative, entertaining weekly podcast with an occasional dose of appropriate humor.

This podcast takes you beyond the microphone, with in-depth analysis and insight, bringing all resources together for your benefit. This podcast complements those who cover, report, support and enjoy Section IV Football. Thank you Everyone Section IV Football.

The Cover IV Podcast is made possible by TDS Performance Improvement.
Leading people is the most important responsibility in the world, yet 60% of first-time leaders fail. TDS Performance Improvement prevents these failures. Are you prepared to lead people? Click this link to determine if you have what it takes to lead people.

Support the show

"Coach" T.D. Smith
Cover IV Podcast Host
(607) 221-6191
www.CoverIV.com
[email protected]
Listen to Podcast Episodes
Subscribe so you don't miss the latest Section IV Football News

“May your football games and life, go into overtime.”

"Send me a text message and let me know what you think of the Cover IV Podcast."

This episode will be dedicated to the Saturday night games: Class C, D.

Support the show

"Coach" T.D. Smith
Cover IV Podcast Host
(607) 221-6191
www.CoverIV.com
[email protected]
Listen to Podcast Episodes
Subscribe so you don't miss the latest Section IV Football News

“May your football games and life, go into overtime.”

"Send me a text message and let me know what you think of the Cover IV Podcast."

This episode will be dedicated to the Friday night games: Class AA, A, 8-Player and B.

Support the show

"Coach" T.D. Smith
Cover IV Podcast Host
(607) 221-6191
www.CoverIV.com
[email protected]
Listen to Podcast Episodes
Subscribe so you don't miss the latest Section IV Football News

“May your football games and life, go into overtime.”

"Send me a text message and let me know what you think of the Cover IV Podcast."

In this episode, our Football Analyst, Andrew Legare will give you an in-depth preview of the Western Teams in Section IV.

Support the show

"Coach" T.D. Smith
Cover IV Podcast Host
(607) 221-6191
www.CoverIV.com
[email protected]
Listen to Podcast Episodes
Subscribe so you don't miss the latest Section IV Football News

“May your football games and life, go into overtime.”