District 2 Sports Podcast

District 2 Sports Podcast | Grayson County Head Coach Stephen James

On our newest episode of District 2 Sports, we welcome Grayson County head football coach Stephen James to discuss the Blue Devils football program, the success they've experienced over the years, and the community that continues to stand behind them.

Since taking over at Grayson County, Coach James has helped establish a program that has enjoyed sustained success while building a strong following throughout the community.

During our conversation, James reflects on his time leading the Blue Devils, the development of the program, and what it takes to maintain success at the high school level.

One of the biggest topics we discuss is the relationship between Grayson County football and its community. James recalls arriving at a time when people were hungry to see the program succeed. Through the years, the Blue Devils have been able to deliver that success, and the support has continued to grow.

From the school administration and teachers to the fans filling the stands on Friday nights, James credits the people of Grayson County for creating an environment that means a great deal to his players.

We also get Coach James' perspective on the importance of maintaining a successful program and what Grayson County football means to the people who support it.

Our full interview with Coach Stephen James is available now!

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The District 2 Sports Podcast welcomes Washington & Lee University head football coach Garrett LeRose to the show!

Coach LeRose joins us to discuss the Generals football program, the challenges of competing in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC), and what it takes to build a successful program at the NCAA Division III level.

We'll dive into his coaching philosophy, the importance of developing student-athletes both on and off the field, and the tradition of Washington & Lee football. We'll also take a look at the 2026 season, the competition across the ODAC, and what lies ahead for the Generals.

From the sidelines to the locker room, we're talking leadership, preparation, and football with the man commanding the Generals!

This episode of the District 2 Sports Podcast is proudly presented by Triple Play Turf & Grading. We appreciate their support in helping us bring coverage of high school and small college athletics to communities across Virginia.

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Heritage High School head football coach Brad Bradley joins the District 2 Sports Podcast to talk about the Pioneers' impressive start to the 2026 season and how Heritage continues to find success despite graduating 19 seniors and 16 starters from last year's team.

Coach Bradley discusses developing a young roster, including a freshman quarterback, the importance of veteran leadership, and why Heritage's success isn't about one particular team—it's about continuing a tradition and maintaining the standard established by the players who came before them.

We also dive into Heritage's philosophy of scheduling tough competition, the weekly grind of the Seminole District, the possibility of GW-Danville joining the district, the Pioneers' offensive identity, and why Bradley believes challenging his players early prepares them for November.

Bradley also talks about the relationships he builds with his players, how coaching has changed throughout his career, memories from his William Campbell days, the atmosphere surrounding Virginia high school football, and why he'd love to see more fans filling the stands on Friday nights.

For this Heritage team, the message is simple: “Earn the 11th.” Take care of the week in front of you, earn an opportunity to play in the postseason, and go from there.

Listen now on Podbean, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Video available on Facebook.

Northwood's Prater and Chilhowie's Sturgill join us as they talk the big game on Friday!

This week’s District 2 Sports Interview of the Week, presented by our good friends at Triple Play Turf & Grading, features Emory & Henry Head Football Coach Quintin Hunter.

Coach Hunter joins us to talk Wasps football and the continued growth of the program in Emory. We dive into the season so far, what he has learned about this year’s team, areas where the Wasps have continued to develop, and the challenges that come with competing week in and week out at the Division II level.

We also discuss the culture Coach Hunter and his staff are building, developing players both on and off the field, recruiting and retaining talent in today’s college football landscape, and what he wants Emory & Henry Football to represent moving forward.

There’s plenty to talk about as the Wasps continue their 2026 season, and Coach Hunter gives us an inside look at the program, his team, and what it takes to keep Leading the Swarm.

Watch the full interview on Facebook and YouTube, or listen to the audio on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.

Leading the Swarm — featuring Emory & Henry Head Coach Quintin Hunter, presented by Triple Play Turf & Grading.

Winning has become the standard at Magna Vista, and Head Coach Joe Favero is looking to make sure it stays that way.

We sit down with Coach Favero to talk about the Warriors, the expectations that come with leading one of Southside Virginia’s most successful programs, and what it takes to continue the tradition that has been built at Magna Vista.

Coach Favero discusses his team, the development of his players, the challenges of the season, and what he believes will be key as the Warriors continue their push through the Piedmont District and beyond.

It’s another inside look at high school football across our region on the District 2 Sports Podcast.

Defending the Standard with Magna Vista Head Coach Joe Favero.

We welcome Hampden-Sydney College Head Football Coach Vince Luvara back to the District 2 Sports Podcast as the Tigers get ready for the 2026 season.

Hampden-Sydney enters the year picked in a tie for second in the ODAC preseason poll and looking to make a run at the top of the conference. We talk with Coach Luvara about what he learned from his first season leading the Tigers, what this year's team will look like, the players stepping into bigger roles, and what he expects from a competitive ODAC this fall.

We also talk about the incredible support surrounding Hampden-Sydney football. Despite an enrollment of around 950 students, the Tigers averaged nearly 7,000 fans per game last season, finishing among the national leaders in attendance.

Coach Luvara gives us a look inside the program, the expectations heading into 2026, and what it will take for the Tigers to put themselves in the ODAC championship conversation.

Another great conversation with Coach Luvara as football returns to The Hill.