The Southern Six Sports Podcast

Tune in this week as Coach Bruce and Kevin Cole talk about the playoffs and who will be the last team standing.

It’s playoff time on the Gulf Coast! In Episode 4 of The Southern Six Sports Podcast, Coach Bruce is joined by Kevin Cole to break down the high-stakes action as basketball and soccer teams enter full competition mode. Who’s primed for a deep playoff run? Which teams have the toughest road ahead? Bruce and Kevin analyze the matchups, key players, and what fans can expect as the best of the best ba...

South Mississippi is snowed in! We are still talking basketball with Kevin Cole and Shabazz (SMACCM ATHLETX). We also catch up with student reporter James Spain from Moss Point.

In Episode 2 of Season 4, Coach Bruce welcomes back Kevin Cole, creator of the Gulf Coast Elite Basketball Rankings, for another deep dive into the Gulf Coast basketball scene. Kevin updates us on the latest rankings, standout performances, and teams to watch as the season gains momentum. In the final segment, Bruce shifts gears to the soccer field, delivering a comprehensive wrap-up of the Gulf C...

Welcome to Season 4 of the Southern Six Sports Podcast! Coach Bruce kicks off the new season by turning the spotlight to the hardwood, diving into the start of basketball season on the Gulf Coast. Joining the show is Kevin Cole, the creator of the Gulf Coast Elite Basketball Rankings. Kevin shares his insights on the top players, teams, and the exciting new matchups emerging this season. From risi...

In Episode 19, the final episode of 2024 before the Christmas break, Coach Bruce wraps up an incredible year of Gulf Coast sports with special guests Matt Stats and Hunter Dawkins from The Gazebo Gazette. Together, they recap the highs and lows of the football season, celebrating the standout moments, teams, and players that defined 2024. The conversation also shifts to the highly anticipated Miss...

In Episode 18 of the "Southern Six Sports Podcast," it’s State Championship Week, and Coach Bruce is bringing you all the insights you need! This episode features special guests Coach Marcus High of the Gautier Gators and Coach Jay Beech of the Poplarville Hornets, two teams making waves as they chase state titles. Coach High shares the Gators’ journey to the championship, discussing the team’s de...

Episode 17 of the "Southern Six Sports Podcast," it’s all about the South State playoffs on the Gulf Coast! Coach Bruce dives into the action-packed week with special guests Jeff Shepard, the voice of the Ocean Springs Greyhounds, and representatives from the Poplarville Hornets. The conversation centers on the high-stakes matchups, key players to watch, and what it will take for Gulf Coast teams...

In Episode 16 of the "Southern Six Sports Podcast," Coach Bruce brings you a special edition focused on the quarterbacks leading their teams into the playoffs on the Gulf Coast. Joining him is Brandon Shields from Mississippi Gridiron, who shares his expert analysis on the upcoming playoff matchups, standout players, and what’s at stake for teams across the state. The spotlight is on the Gulf Coas...

In Episode 15 of the "Southern Six Sports Podcast," Coach Bruce heads into Panther territory to talk with a lineup of Pascagoula locals who know the team inside and out. Recorded from Bozos 2.5 in the heart of Goula. Frank Corder, father of Panthers quarterback Silas Corder, joins the show to share insights from the stands, while Pascagoula High softball coach Brett Merrill talks about the strengt...

In Episode 14 of the "Southern Six Sports Podcast," Coach Bruce dives into a big week of Gulf Coast football action. Joining him is Hunter Dawkins from The Gazebo Gazette, who shares insights on the hottest matchups, standout performances, and what to expect as the season heats up. This week’s highly anticipated Game of the Week is Picayune vs. George County, and Bruce breaks it all down—keys to v...

In Episode 13 of the "Southern Six Sports Podcast," Coach Bruce is back with cohost Justin Estes for another exciting round of Gulf Coast sports coverage. This week, the guys chat with Vancleave Bulldogs head coach Kevin Fant about the team’s upcoming matchup. Coach Fant shares his thoughts on game prep, key players to watch, and what it will take for the Bulldogs to come out on top. The episode w...

In Episode 12 of the "Southern Six Sports Podcast," Coach Bruce is joined by Mike Wixon, the mastermind behind Wicks Picks, for an in-depth discussion on this week’s football action. Mike shares his picks, highlights, and insights on the teams and players to watch as the season unfolds. Shifting gears, it’s all about volleyball on the Gulf Coast! Coach Bruce brings in a lineup of local volleyball...

In this episode of the "Southern Six Sports Podcast," Coach Bruce takes the helm solo but brings in a powerhouse lineup of guests to discuss the upcoming district matchups. Joining him are Hunter Dawkins from The Gazebo Gazette, Jeff Shepard, the voice of the Ocean Springs Greyhounds, and Bill Glenn, the voice of the Pascagoula Panthers. Together, they break down the key games and teams to watch a...

In this episode of the "Southern Six Sports Podcast," Coach Bruce and cohost Justin Estes are back to talk all things football on the Gulf Coast. This week, they’re joined by special guests John Feaster, head coach of the Pearl River Central Blue Devils, and Michael King, head coach of the Greene County Wildcats. Coach Feaster shares insights on how the Blue Devils are preparing for upcoming match...

In Episode 9 of the "Southern Six Sports Podcast," Coach Bruce and cohost Justin Estes break down this week in football, highlighting the biggest surprises and upsets from around the coast. Expect in-depth analysis of the key matchups that left fans talking and teams reeling. Joining the conversation is Gulfport head coach Blake Pennock, who shares his perspective on the season so far and how his...

In Episode 8 of the "Southern Six Sports Podcast," Coach Bruce and cohost Justin Estes bring you another exciting lineup of guests and topics. First, they sit down with Gautier Gators head coach Marcus High to discuss the team's progress, key players, and their game plan for the season ahead. Get the inside scoop on how the Gators are preparing to dominate the competition this year. Later, Bruce a...

In Episode 7 of the "Southern Six Sports Podcast," Bruce is joined by special cohost Justin Estes for a jam-packed episode, even as the rain pours down and we brace for Hurricane Francine. First up, Matt Stats and D'Iberville Warriors head coach Josh Ladner join the show to dive deep into the state of coast football. They discuss standout teams, key players, and how teams are preparing for the sea...

In this special episode of the "Southern Six Sports Podcast," we shine the spotlight on the Biloxi Shuckers, the heart of baseball on the Gulf Coast! Coach Bruce sits down with the voice of the Shuckers, Javik Blake, to talk about all the exciting things happening in downtown Biloxi. From on-field action to upcoming events, Javik gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at what makes the Shuckers'...

n Episode 6 of Southern Six Sports, Coach Bruce Thornton dives into football with a powerhouse lineup of guests. First up is Justin Estes from Coaches Corner, where they break down the latest developments on the field. Next, Bruce is joined by George County's own Coach Ray for an in-depth discussion about his team's outlook and strategy this season. Wrapping up the episode, Coach Ty Smith joins th...

In Episode 4 of Southern Six Sports, Coach Bruce Thornton sits down with one of the legendary voices of the D'Iberville Warriors, Jeremy Forehand. Together, they break down the excitement of the opening week of regular season football on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Jeremy brings his unique perspective and deep knowledge of the local scene, making this a must-listen for any Gulf Coast football fan....

In this special on-location episode of Southern Six Sports, Bruce Thornton brings the action straight from Paw Paw's Campers and RV in Picayune, MS! Joining him are the crew from the popular Talkin Ball Y’all podcast, hailing from Pearl River County. Together, these football aficionados dive deep into the upcoming season, breaking down region play, key matchups, and what to watch for as the season...

In Episode 2 of the Southern Six Sports Podcast, Coach Bruce sits down with Lea Santiago, the accomplished softball coach at St. Patrick and the Student Program Director for "Students on the Field." Together, they dive into the world of high school sports, discussing the growth and impact of student involvement both on and off the field. The conversation is further enriched by the insights of some...

Welcome to the Season 3 opener of the "Southern Six Sports Podcast"! Join us as we dive into the latest buzz in the world of sports along the Gulf Coast. In this episode, we have an exciting lineup of guests to get you ready for the upcoming season. First up, Jamey Foster, publisher of 228 Sports, joins us to share insights on what to expect this season. Jamey breaks down key matchups, emerging ta...