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In this episode of Little Giants Radio, head tennis coach Leah Hale discusses the upcoming 2025 season, highlighting the impressive turnout at tryouts and the importance of off-season training. She emphasizes the mental aspects of tennis, the significance of building trust and inclusivity within the team, and her coaching philosophy that prioritizes life skills alongside athletic development. The...

In this episode, we sit down with Megan Collier—coach, mom of four, and the heart behind the Augusta Wolves Lacrosse Club. From her days as a D1 athlete at The Ohio State University to building a community-first lacrosse program in the Augusta County area, Megan shares her passion for creating opportunities where none existed. We dive into how the Wolves are opening doors for homeschoolers, privat...

Cesar Ruiz joins Little Giants Radio Host, John Fairbanks, for Part 2 of their conversation. On this episode, we explore the incredible journey that led him from college football dreams to military service and finally to becoming a restaurant owner and entrepreneur. Hear about his battles with self-doubt, the lessons he learned from his military training, and how cooking became both his therapy an...

Building Strength and Spirit: Waynesboro High School Cross-Country’s Journey to States In this episode, host John Fairbanks sits down with Coach Julie Stevens and several state-bound athletes from the Waynesboro High School cross-country team to explore how they’ve built a foundation of success this season. From introducing strength training to fostering mental resilience and team camaraderie, Coa...

Building Champions On and Off the Field: Cesar Ruiz’s Journey - Part 1 In this episode, we dive into the journey of Cesar Ruiz, a former Waynesboro High School football player and alumni whose athletic dreams took him from high school to college sports. Cesar shares how the lessons of resilience, teamwork, and learning from mistakes helped him shape his life as he continues on his journey as a sma...

Building a Stronger Community: How Salute of Virginia is Changing the Lives of Veterans in the Valley In this episode, we explore the incredible work being done by Salute of Virginia , a nonprofit dedicated to helping veterans and their families transition from military to civilian life. Leah Hale, the visionary behind the organization, shares how it all began with a simple veterans’ brunch that h...

The conversation explores the current state of youth sports in Waynesboro, discussing challenges such as participation rates, the impact of travel sports, the importance of coaching, and the need for improved facilities. There are so many people doing amazing things in Waynesboro, it's time to come together to build a better and stronger community of athletes and people for the future here in the...

Coach Bell, Goodnough, and Fairbanks sit down to discuss the transformation of the WHS football team so far this season, focusing on the changes in team dynamics, the identification of players who are committed versus those who are not, and the importance of building trust and accountability within the team. They emphasize the need for players to have the desire to play and the role of competition...

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In this episode, host John Fairbanks sits down with Waynesboro High School alumni Brad, Bobby, and Brent Harlow to discuss the rich athletic traditions and community spirit that defined their time playing sports in Waynesboro in the 1990s. The Harlow brothers share stories of the camaraderie, work ethic, and competitive drive that fueled their teams, as well as the unique rituals and achievements...

"Make smart decisions, get your schoolwork done, come to practice every day and don't make excuses." Multi-sport athlete, state qualifying wrestler, and 3-Year starter on Varsity Football, Senior Cameran Newsome joins Little Giants Radio for a Senior Spotlight episode for fans and followers to get to know Cameran better. Follow all things Waynesboro High School Little Giants Football...

Gage Wood is the new head coach for Varsity Waynesboro High School baseball and he sits down on Little Giants Radio to discuss his background in baseball and years of coaching on the diamond. Coach Wood shares his passion for the sport, the importance of structure and organization in the program, and the positive feedback he received from players and parents about the changes in the program and th...

Ms. Leverett, the head cheer coach at Waynesboro High School, discusses her background in art education and her passion for cheerleading. She shares her plans for the cheer program, including building a strong JV team and focusing on safety. She also emphasizes the importance of community support and collaboration between cheerleaders, football players, and the marching band with the goal of putti...

On this episode of LGR, host, John Fairbanks, is joined by the President of the WHS Booster Club, John Sites, and long-time Booster Club Board member and Treasurer, Webber Payne. The conversation revolves around the Waynesboro High School Booster Club and its expanding role in supporting all of the school's athletic programs. If you've ever wondered what the Booster Club is all about, what...

Lori Aleshire, teacher and coach with 24 years of experience, discusses her transition from coaching to an administrative role as the new 2024-25 Assistant Activities/Athletic director at Waynesboro High School. She reflects on her coaching career, the importance of building relationships with players, and the impact of her role models. Lori also shares her excitement about focusing on one school...

Coach Bell joins in again this week on the conversation around WHS Offseason football with Host John Fairbanks. Coach Bell discusses the progress and challenges of the football team during the summer training period so far. He highlights the dedication and hard work of the players, as well as the positive changes in the team's atmosphere and culture. Some of the key components for success that...

This episode of Little Giants Radio is with Head Football Coach, Coach Bell. Coach Bell focuses on the importance of building a strong football program and creating a positive team culture with the Little Giants this offseason. Coach Bell emphasizes the need for trust, bonding, and accountability within the team and discusses some of the challenges of changing the mindset of the players, the commu...

On this episode of Little Giants Radio, Host John Fairbanks is joined by head tennis coach, Coach Leah Hale. Coach reflects on the successful season of the tennis team and the importance of passion, support, and camaraderie in sports. Together John and Leah emphasize the need for coaches to be positive role models and create a supportive environment for their players. And Coach Hale shares how she...

Mrs. Sarah Maslock, the WHS Band Director, discusses the importance of music education and the collaboration between different levels of education across Waynesboro Schools. She emphasizes the impact of music on students' lives and the opportunities it provides for personal growth and community involvement. During the conversation we highlight the district and area honor band auditions, where...

In this Football Rising Senior Spotlight, Mr. Fernando Castillo, shares his journey of initially having no interest in playing football as a youth and being forced into it by his mom. He talks about his experiences as a young man when it comes to body image and the challenges he faced in middle school. Despite wanting to quit at times, he found motivation in the support of his teammates and the de...

Coach Julie Stevens joins us on Little Giants Radio to discuss her passion for cross country and the success of the Waynesboro High School cross country program. She shares her personal journey with running and how it helped her overcome health challenges. Coach Stevens emphasizes the importance of creating a fun and supportive team environment for the athletes and highlights the positive impact o...

The conversation with the baseball coaches covers various topics, including the team's performance, overcoming adversity, and the points system in the league. The coaches discuss the team's progress as of Week 6 of the season and the importance of playing as a cohesive unit. They also reflect on a traumatic accident that occurred during a game and how the team rallied together. The convers...

Jonah Brent, a sophomore athlete, is interviewed for this Little Giants Radio episode about his achievements and goals in sports and academics. He recently received the Semper Fi Distinguished Athlete Award, which recognizes high school athletes who excel in sports, leadership, and academics. Jonah discusses his experiences in track and football, his plans for the summer and junior year, and his a...

Activities director, Jake Peeling, discusses the process of finding and selecting the new head football coach for Waynesboro High School, the importance of community involvement, and the focus on building Waynesboro athletics. Jake & John discuss the new coaching hire, Shonn Bell, his coaching background and his time as a former collegiate & NFL player is highlighted. The conversation emph...

In this solo episode, John Fairbanks, the strength and conditioning coach, provides an update on the football team's off-season progress. He discusses the team's training schedule, focusing on building strength and raising the overall bar of foundational strength. John emphasizes the importance of being around older, more experienced athletes to raise one's expectations and improve per...