🎙️ Episode 9 – Blake Umberger: From the Ice to the Diamond

On this week’s Sweet Seats, Katherine and Alana sit down with Blake Umberger, two-sport standout in hockey and baseball at Hershey High School. 🏒⚾

Blake shares how he first got involved in hockey, the lessons the sport has taught him, and what it’s like competing as part of a high-level team. He also opens up about the unique mental challenges of baseball, how he’s learned to overcome them, and the exciting story of how he was recruited to play at a top college program.

In this episode:

• How Blake discovered his love
• for hockey
• The teamwork and discipline that comes from competitive sports
• Handling the mental ups and downs of baseball
• His college recruitment journey
• What’s next after high school

It’s an inspiring conversation that shows the dedication, resilience, and love of the game that defines Hershey’s athletes.

🎧 Tune in now and grab your Sweet Seat!

#SweetSeats #HersheyHockey #HersheyBaseball #StudentAthlete #HometownHeroes

🎙️ Episode 8 – Eva Carlson & Niklas Budde: Kicking Goals & Overcoming Challenges

On this week’s Sweet Seats, Katherine and Alana hit the pitch with Eva Carlson and Niklas Budde, standout soccer players from Hershey High School. ⚽🔥

Eva and Niklas share how they each got started in soccer, what drives their passion for the game, and how they’ve handled the physical challenges that come with playing at a high level. They open up about overcoming injuries, the best advice they’ve ever received, and where they see their soccer journeys taking them in the future.

In this episode:

· How Eva and Niklas first fell in love with soccer

· Training and handling the physical demands of the sport

· Lessons learned from setbacks and injuries

· The best advice that’s shaped their careers

· Future goals and next steps on and off the field

It’s a conversation about resilience, teamwork, and the love of the game — straight from two of Hershey’s stars.

🎧 Grab your Sweet Seat and tune in now!

#SweetSeats #HersheySoccer #HighSchoolSports #HometownHeroes #SoccerLife

🎙️ Episode 7 – Avery Kesterson: Strength, Stamina & Swimming Success

On this week’s episode of Sweet Seats, Katherine and Alana dive into the pool with Avery Kesterson, standout swimmer for Hershey High School and the Hershey Aquatic Club. 🏊‍♀️💦

Avery shares how she first discovered her love of swimming, what her training and competition season looks like, and how she pushes through both the physical and mental challenges of the sport. From long practices to big race moments, she gives us an inside look at what it takes to succeed in the water.

In this episode:

• How Avery got started in swimming
• What a season of training and competition looks like
• Strategies for handling mental and physical challenges
• Her future plans in and beyond the pool

It’s an inspiring conversation filled with focus, determination, and hometown pride.

🎧 Dive in and tune into Sweet Seats Podcast!

#SweetSeats #HersheySwimming #HersheyAquaticClub #WomenInSports #HometownHeroes

🎙️ Episode 6 – Sophia Kim: Miles, Mindset & Moving Forward

This week on Sweet Seats, Katherine and Alana sit down with Sophia Kim, standout runner for the Hershey High School track and cross-country teams. 🏃‍♀️✨

Sophia shares how she first got into running, what her practices and training schedules look like, and the unique mix of physical and mental toughness required to compete at such a high level. She opens up about how she overcomes challenges, the role of nutrition in her performance, and the goals that keep her pushing forward.

In this episode:

· How Sophia got into running

· Training insights from track to cross country

· How she balances mental strength with physical endurance

· The importance of fueling properly for peak performance

· Her future goals both on and off the track

From dedication to determination, Sophia’s story will inspire athletes and fans alike.

🎧 Lace up and tune in now on Sweet Seats Podcast!

#SweetSeats #HersheyTrack #CrossCountryLife #WomenInSports #HometownHeroes

🎙️ Episode 5 – Luke & Caleb Tinsley: Brothers in the Fast Lane

On this week’s episode of Sweet Seats, Katherine and Alana dive in with Luke and Caleb Tinsley, powerhouse brothers on the Hershey High School Swim Team. 🏊‍♂️🏊‍♂️💥

The Tinsleys share how they first got hooked on competitive swimming, what it’s like training side-by-side as siblings, and how they push each other to improve both in and out of the pool.

In this episode:

· Early mornings, grueling practices, and why it’s all worth it

· How they support each other as brothers and teammates

· Their biggest goals in and beyond the pool

· 💬 Sweet Seats Round: favorite pre-meet hype songs, most-used emojis, and more!

It’s all about family, focus, and fast finishes in this upbeat and inspiring interview.

🎧 Take your mark… and tune in now to Sweet Seats Podcast!

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This week on Sweet Seats Podcast, Katherine and Alana welcome Maddie Bowe, the standout pitcher for Hershey High School’s softball team! 🥎🔥

Maddie shares her journey into softball — from early beginnings to becoming one of the most consistent arms in the region. We talk about the grind behind the greatness — including what a typical practice and training week looks like, and how she keeps her cool when the pressure’s on and the bases are loaded.

In this episode:

• How Maddie fell in love with softball
• Mental tricks she uses to stay composed
• Her future goals (hint: she's not slowing down anytime soon)
• Favorite dugout traditions
• Plus — our Sweet Seats round brings some laughs with her favorite hype song and her go-to Hershey candy 🍫

It’s fast-paced, fun, and full of great insights from one of Hershey’s hardest-working athletes.

🎧 Tune in now and take a seat — a Sweet Seat.

#SweetSeats #HersheySoftball #PitcherPower #WomenInSports #HometownHeroes #SweetSeatsPodcast

On this episode of Sweet Seats Podcast, Katherine and Alana sit down with Hanna Russell, star athlete for the Hershey High School Girls Lacrosse Team. Hanna takes us behind the scenes of her exceptional season, with the team advancing to the state playoffs. We talk about when she started playing lacrosse, some of the challenges of learning, and her main inspiration and role models. Of course, we learn about her favorite Hershey’s candy and pre-game hype song. If you love stories about determination, teamwork, and hometown pride, this one’s for you. Tune in to get inspired by one of Hershey’s finest – only on Sweet Seats Podcast!

Tune in for an exciting episode as Katherine and Alana chat with Drew Grana, a sophomore at Hershey High School who is a standout track and field star and starter for the basketball team. Drew talks about how he got involved in track and field, his favorite events, and what's involved in a decathlon. He also discusses his role as a starter for the Hershey basketball team, and how he managed to keep it all together during the team’s historic playoff run. He maps out his plans for the busy summer, with competitive leagues in both basketball and track, and finishes up with the rapid-fire Sweet Seats Round! Don't miss this fun and insightful conversation!

Get ready for an exciting episode as Katherine and Alana sit down with James Campbell IV, a senior at Hershey High School and the captain of the basketball team. James led his team on an incredible journey towards the state championship, and in this episode, he shares his inspiring story. From his path on the basketball team through high school to the challenges he and his team faced, James opens up about the chemistry of the team, staying motivated, and handling the pressure of the season. Plus, they dive into his future plans and wrap up with the rapid-fire Sweet Seats Round! Don't miss this fun and engaging conversation!

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