Coach Crain started this program in 2015, when they went 0-19. Now they're back in the Final Four for the third time in their 11 seasons of existence. He talks about the semifinal matchup and what it was like to announce his impending retirement to the team just days prior.

The Marshfield Blue Jays are one series victory away from their first-ever back-to-back trips to the Final Four. But a hungry Willard team that just won the state championship two years ago stands in their way. We preview their quarterfinal three-game series.

Kickapoo hires one of the most successful small class coaches to take the reins of the Chiefs.

Chris interviews 12-time Olympic medalist Ryan Lochte, who says he's pumped to get to Springfield and coach the Bears.

The Eagles are off to a 22-1-1 start and are ranked 3rd in Missouri's Class 2. But the defending state champions Miller await in the district playoffs.

The young Lady Tigers are ranked 2nd in the state and have big plans following last year's runner-up finish.

The top-ranked Wildcats are on a 19-game winning streak, and their skipper tells us what's working so well.

September 17, 2025: In the first-ever episode of Crunch Time With Chris, the Pirates head coach discusses the program's resurgence in their new conference amidst their 3-0 start in the state of Missouri.

September 24, 2025: Coach Wells is back in coaching, and he's got his new Wildcats squad off to a 4-0 start.

October 1, 2025: Coach Page has completely turned the Fightin' Irish around from a year ago. They lost their first six games last season, and have won their first five this year. This turnaround needs to be studied