Small Town Ball

Small Town Ball

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Small Town Ball episodes

  • ANOTHER No. 1 Team FALLS! | Week Two Nebraska High School Football Recap

    Week Two of Nebraska high school football provided PLENTY of upsets and SURPRISING results. Austin Jacobsen breaks down the results from ALL the top ten-teams from Class C1, C2, D1, D2, and 6-Man football. Wahoo continued to showcase it is head-and-shoulders above the rest of the C1 field. Did Mount Michael Benedictine have the biggest surprise of the weekend? Sandy Creek FELL to Shelby-Rising City, and Dundy County Stratton could be the NEW TOP CONTENDER in 8-man.

    About SMALL TOWN BALL: Austin Jacobsen brings a new perspective of Nebraska high school sports from the rural areas of the state. He’s joined weekly by athletes, coaches, and more from across Nebraska promoting the best storylines, scores, and matchups from Classes C1 to D2.

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    Hurrdat Sports is a digital production platform dedicated to the new wave of sports media. From podcasting to video interviews along with live events and entertainment, we're here to change how you consume sports. Find us online at Hurrdatsports.com

    #NebPreps #HighSchoolFootball #Football #NebraskaFootball #NebraskaHighSchoolFootball #Sports

    31 min
  • Bloomfield Football's STATEMENT Week One Shutout | Bees' Coach Matt Kuchar

    The Bloomfield Bees had the STATEMENT win of the first week of the 8-man football season. Austin Jacobsen is joined by Bees' coach Matt Kuchar to discuss the week one victory, and the pride his program has built through the nearly-four decade run of postseason success. How did the program recover from a disappointing 4-5 campaign in 2024 to rebound and DEMOLISH last year's Class D1 runner-up in Stanton?


    About SMALL TOWN BALL: Austin Jacobsen brings a new perspective of Nebraska high school sports from the rural areas of the state. He’s joined weekly by athletes, coaches, and more from across Nebraska promoting the best storylines, scores, and matchups from Classes C1 to D2.


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    Hurrdat Sports is a digital production platform dedicated to the new wave of sports media. From podcasting to video interviews along with live events and entertainment, we're here to change how you consume sports. Find us online at Hurrdatsports.com


    #NebPreps #HighSchoolFootball #NebraskaFootball #NebraskahighSchoolfootball #Football #Eightmanfootball #Bloomfield

    32 min
  • STUNNING Upsets and DOMINANT Wins | Week One Nebraska High School Football Recap

    Week one included plenty of WILD results from all the classes in Nebraska high school football. Austin Jacobsen breaks down ALL the top games from Classes C1, C2, 8-Man, and 6-man. Bishop Neumann SHOCKED with a win over the Class C2 favorite Norfolk Catholic. Sidney dominated in its top-10 season-opener at Cozad. Will Ashland-Greenwood keep up with Wahoo in week two? Sandy Creek is as good as advertised, and Dundy County-Stratton could be the top contender for the Cougars in Class D1.

    About SMALL TOWN BALL: Austin Jacobsen brings a new perspective of Nebraska high school sports from the rural areas of the state. He’s joined weekly by athletes, coaches, and more from across Nebraska promoting the best storylines, scores, and matchups from Classes C1 to D2.


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    Hurrdat Sports is a digital production platform dedicated to the new wave of sports media. From podcasting to video interviews along with live events and entertainment, we're here to change how you consume sports. Find us online at Hurrdatsports.com

    #Nebpreps #Nebraska #HighSchoolFootball #NebraskaHighsChoolfootball #NebraskaFootball #Rural #SmallTown #Football

    42 min
  • Central Valley Football's BIGGEST Target Yet | Coach Chip Bartos

    Central Valley football will be READY to defend their Class D2 Championship. Cougars' coach Chip Bartos joins Austin Jacobsen on Small Town Ball as the pair discusses the unique atmosphere and community in the Central Valley program, and the pressure of performing for a POWERHOUSE program. How did Central Valley's focus shift from championship trophies to preparing for the 2025 season? Which young standouts could be the difference makers in back-to-back title runs for the Cougars?

    0:00 Introduction, Welcome to Central Valley football coach Chip Bartos!

    01:35 Getting Ready for Game Week Routine
    02:05 Transition from State Championship Season to Title Defense
    07:30 Central Valley Community Buy-In and Tradition
    10:08 Pressure of Expectations for Coach Chip Bartos
    12:36 Coach Chip Bartos' Standard at Central Valley
    14:52 New Goals for 2025 Season for Central Valley
    16:43 Replacing Talented Players from Last Season
    19:25 Young Standout Players for Central Valley
    22:06 Names and Faces to Watch for Central Valley
    26:33 Preparing for Week One REMATCH With Riverside
    29:34 Central Valley's Pressure of a Perfect Season
    32:27 Close - Like & Subscribe!

    About SMALL TOWN BALL: Austin Jacobsen brings a new perspective of Nebraska high school sports from the rural areas of the state. He’s joined weekly by athletes, coaches, and more from across Nebraska promoting the best storylines, scores, and matchups from Classes C1 to D2.

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    Hurrdat Sports is a digital production platform dedicated to the new wave of sports media. From podcasting to video interviews along with live events and entertainment, we're here to change how you consume sports. Find us online at Hurrdatsports.com

    #NEBPreps #HighSchoolFootball #Football #EightManFootball #NebraskaHighSchoolFootball #NSAA #CentralValley #Nebraska #SmallTownStories #Championships

    37 min
  • Cozad Football's Jared Crick | From Nebraska Football to First-Year Coach

    Former Nebraska football Blackshirt and NFL defensive lineman Jared Crick has RETURNED to his hometown to lead Cozad back to glory. The first-year head coach of the Haymakers joins Small Town Ball to discuss his passion for football and his excitement to rejoin the Cozad football program. What are the expectations heading into Crick's first season, and what will his coaching philosophy revolve around? Could the Haymakers be one of the SURPRISE teams in Class C1?


    About SMALL TOWN BALL: Austin Jacobsen brings a new perspective of Nebraska high school sports from the rural areas of the state. He’s joined weekly by athletes, coaches, and more from across Nebraska promoting the best storylines, scores, and matchups from Classes C1 to D2.


    Follow Austin Jacobsen on social:

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    nstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaustin8/


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    Hurrdat Sports is a digital production platform dedicated to the new wave of sports media. From podcasting to video interviews along with live events and entertainment, we're here to change how you consume sports. Find us online at Hurrdatsports.com


    #NEBPreps #Nebraska #NebraskaFootball #NebraskaHighSchoolFootball #Football #HighSchoolFootball #NFL #Huskers

    32 min
  • Can Sandy Creek REPEAT as State Champs with New Stars? | Coach Andrew Kuta | Small Town Ball

    Sandy Creek football has become a POWERHOUSE of success since changing from 11-man football to eight-man. Cougars football coach Andrew Kuta joins Austin Jacobsen on Small Town Ball to discuss the recent championship run for Sandy Creek and what it means to bring a title back to his hometown, community, and alma mater.

    Sandy Creek faces PLENTY of challenges in 2025; a new target after the 2024 state title, the loss of All-State quarterback Ethan Shaw, and a roster reload from last season. Can the Cougars keep up with the rest of the competition in Class D1?
    About SMALL TOWN BALL: Austin Jacobsen brings a new perspective of Nebraska high school sports from the rural areas of the state. He’s joined weekly by athletes, coaches, and more from across Nebraska promoting the best storylines, scores, and matchups from Classes C1 to D2.
    Follow Austin Jacobsen on social:
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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaustin8/
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    Hurrdat Sports is a digital production platform dedicated to the new wave of sports media. From podcasting to video interviews along with live events and entertainment, we're here to change how you consume sports. Find us online at Hurrdatsports.com
    #NEBPreps #Nebraska #HighSchoolFootball #Football #NebraskaFootball #SandyCreek #EightManFootball #NebraskaSports

    35 min
  • Central Nebraska is a Volleyball POWERHOUSE | Minden Volleyball Coach Julie Ratka

    Minden volleyball has DOMINATED Class C1 volleyball for back-to-back state championships. How will the Whippets compete after a LOADED senior class departed in 2024? Coach Julie Ratka joins Austin Jacobsen on Small Town Ball to discuss her team's CULTURE CHANGE to grow into one of the state's BEST teams. What rising stars could be next-up for the Whippets, and can Minden push for a THIRD straight title in Class C1?

    About SMALL TOWN BALL: Austin Jacobsen brings a new perspective of Nebraska high school sports from the rural areas of the state. He’s joined weekly by athletes, coaches, and more from across Nebraska promoting the best storylines, scores, and matchups from Classes C1 to D2.
    Follow Austin Jacobsen on social:
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    Hurrdat Sports is a digital production platform dedicated to the new wave of sports media. From podcasting to video interviews along with live events and entertainment, we're here to change how you consume sports. Find us online at Hurrdatsports.com
    #NEBPreps #Volleyball #HighSchoolVolleyball #Nebraska #Minden #VolleyballChampionship #NebraskaVolleyball

    33 min
  • Teams That Could SHOCK Eight-Man Football | RPAC Football Preview with RPAC Rundown's Evan Jones

    South-Central Nebraska is FULL of tough and talented eight-man teams heading into the 2025 season. Evan Jones of the RPAC Rundown joins Austin Jacobsen to breakdown the upcoming high school football season across the Republican Plains Activity Conference.

    How will Dundy County-Stratton perform with STANDOUT athletes on the roster, and can Medicine Valley do a complete turnaround from season's past? Can Alma make noise in the conference after a slow start in 2024? Which teams will need to be on the LOOKOUT for a state championship threat?
    About SMALL TOWN BALL: Austin Jacobsen brings a new perspective of Nebraska high school sports from the rural areas of the state. He’s joined weekly by athletes, coaches, and more from across Nebraska promoting the best storylines, scores, and matchups from Classes C1 to D2.
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    Hurrdat Sports is a digital production platform dedicated to the new wave of sports media. From podcasting to video interviews along with live events and entertainment, we're here to change how you consume sports. Find us online at Hurrdatsports.com
    #NEBPreps #RPAC #Nebraska #HighSchoolFootball #EightManFootball #NebraskaHighSchoolFootball #RPACRundown

    1 hr 7 min
  • Introducing Small Town Ball

    Austin Jacobsen brings a new perspective of Nebraska high school sports from the rural areas of the state. He’s joined weekly by athletes, coaches, and more from across Nebraska promoting the best storylines, scores, and matchups from Classes C1 to D2. 
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    Hurrdat Sports is a digital production platform dedicated to the new wave of sports media. From podcasting to video interviews along with live events and entertainment, we're here to change how you consume sports. Find us online at Hurrdatsports.com

    9 min

About Small Town Ball

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Austin Jacobsen brings a new perspective of Nebraska high school sports from the rural areas of the state. He’s joined weekly by athletes, coaches, and more from across Nebraska promoting the best storylines, scores, and matchups from Classes C1 to D2.