Midway Panthers head coach Joe Gillespie joins David Smoke on 365 Sports to break down the upcoming season and the opener against Westwood at Mary Hardin-Baylor’s Crusader Stadium.

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David Smoak opens the statewide Texas High School Football Podcast with a powerful look at the start of the 2025 season, including legendary stories from covering East Texas football since the 1980s. Special guest Scott Surratt, ten-time state championship coach at Carthage, joins the show to share what drives his success, the challenges of sustaining a dynasty, and his reflections on rivalries like Kilgore and Gilmer. The episode also honors Longview head coach John King as he faces a health battle, revisits the rise of Texas legends like Patrick Mahomes and Robert Griffin III, and previews the biggest week one games across the state.

Whether you’re a diehard high school football fan, a Carthage Bulldog, or just love Texas Friday nights, this episode delivers history, heart, and a true kickoff to the season.

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Playoffs: Woodville’s Ty Robinson, La Vega’s Don Hyde & More

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Week 13: Alvarado’s Casey Walvaren, Glen Rose’s Cliff Watkins & More!

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David Smoak reviews the Midway Panthers playoff exit and overall football season with their head coach Joe Gillespie.

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Week 11: Lufkin's Todd Quick, Week 10 Recap & Week 11 Best Games

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Week 11: David Smoak's weekly chat with Midway head coach Joe Gillespie ahead of the Panthers' regular-season finale against Copperas Cove.

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Week 10: Celina's Bill Elliot, New Diana's Jason Pitts, Week 9 Recap & Week 10 Best Games

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Week 10: David Smoak's weekly chat with Midway head coach Joe Gillespie heading into the Panther's homecoming matchup with Bryan.

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Week 9: Duncanville's Reggie Samples, Atascocita's Craig Stump, Week 8 Recap & Week 9 Best Games

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