District 2 Sports Podcast

We sit down with Kevin Clifford, head football coach of the Glenvar Highlanders, for an in-depth conversation about the upcoming season. Coach Clifford shares his thoughts on last year’s performance, key returning players, offseason progress, and what fans can expect from the Highlanders this year. From player development to team goals, get an inside look at the Highlanders’ journey as they aim to...

In our latest episode of the District 2 Sports Podcast, we stay close to home to talk local high school football with exclusive interviews featuring Kirkland Brown of Tunstall High School and Sean Miller of Gretna High School. As both coaches gear up for the upcoming season, they share insights on building winning teams, overcoming challenges, and their goals for the year. Coach Kirkland Brown ref...

In this special episode, the District 2 Sports Podcast welcomes one of the most respected officials in college basketball — Roger Ayers — fresh off working the 2025 Final Four and the 2024 NCAA National Championship Game. A Southwest Virginia native with decades of experience officiating in the ACC, ODAC, and beyond. Ayers gives us an exclusive look into the life of a high-level college basketball...

On this episode of the District 2 Sports Podcast, we welcome Scott Abell, Head Football Coach at Rice University, for an in-depth conversation about his coaching journey from Southern Virginia to Division I football. A native of the Southside, Coach Abell reflects on his early days at Liberty and Amherst High Schools, the program-building years at Washington & Lee, and his nationally respected...

In this episode of the District 2 Sports Podcast, we sit down with Bassett High School Bengals Head Coach Mancino Craighead — a hometown leader dedicated to building a winning culture both on and off the court. Coach Craighead shares his journey growing up in the Bassett community, how that shaped his coaching philosophy, and what it means to lead a program in his own backyard. We talk about playe...

🎙 District 2 Sports Podcast – Episode: Inside the Ballpark with Allen Lawrence This week, we head to the diamond with a special guest—Allen Lawrence, General Manager of the Salem Red Sox, the Single-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox. From navigating the business side of minor league baseball to creating unforgettable fan experiences at Salem Memorial Ballpark, Allen shares the behind-the-scenes wo...

In this special episode, hosts Big Greg, Devin, and Gregory are joined by legendary high school basketball coach Gary Hall, freshly appointed as the head coach of Martinsville High School. We dive into: Gary’s storied journey: More than 30 years leading programs across Virginia with a career record of 539–260, 14 district titles, and 12 Coach of the Year honors  Coaching philosophies: How Hall bal...

Guest: Jesse DeLoof – Guilford College Men’s Basketball Head Coach Get ready for an inside look at the fast-paced, high-energy style Jesse DeLoof is bringing to Guilford College! After a remarkable “1–24 to 24–4” turnaround four-year run (*) at Pitt–Bradford—culminating in AMCC regular-season and tournament titles, a program-record for wins (24), and a berth in the NCAA Division III Tournament for...

  In this episode of District 2 Sports, we sit down with Glenvar High School’s record-breaking quarterback and recent Charlotte 49ers commit, Brody Dawyot.  Brody reflects on his explosive junior season—throwing for nearly 3,000 yards and 49 touchdowns, plus rushing for over 700 yards and 12 scores—and how that momentum led to him earning VHSL Class 2 Offensive Player of the Year honors. Standing...

 In this special episode of District 2 Sports, we sit down with Rodney Spradlin, the newly appointed head baseball coach at North Cross School. With over 30 years of experience as a high school coach, college scout, and development specialist, Coach Spradlin shares his vision for the Raiders' program, the values he brings to the dugout, and why he believes North Cross is a "gold mine" for baseball...

New Episode!!   Thanks to Coach DeMichael Lee for coming on the podcast on such short notice. Was an awesome conversation about his tenure at Gretna, playing in the Dogwood for Altavista, and the Gretna Team Camp on Friday and Saturday. The team camp Coach Lee put together is top notch. We're talking non-stop action from 8am Friday morning until Saturday night. 20 teams are participating and of th...

District 2 Sports had the honor of being to interview The Wofford Terriers head men's basketball coach, Dwight Perry. Coach Perry is heading into his 3rd season at the Terriers' head coach and has had two successful seasons thus far, including a trip to the NCAA tournament just this year. Coach Perry provides knowledge into his career and his journey through the coaching ranks!  Leave us some prai...

The District 2 Sports Podcast had the pleasure of interviewing Chad Myers, head coach of powerhouse Link Academy, for an insightful conversation on basketball, leadership, and building elite programs. The Roanoke Valley Native has climbed the ladder in his coaching career and has won at every destination. Coach Myers played a year for Hargrave PG before moving onto Shepherd University in West Virg...

District 2 Sports had the pleasure to talk with head coach of the Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs, Dan Bremner, who is fresh off of finishing his 7th season. Coach Bremner and the Dawgs have made the playoffs each year under his reign and won the 2023 SPHL President's Cup after losing in the final the year before. Coach Bremner is very determined to get the Dawgs back to the championship! Leave us some pr...

District 2 Sports had the pleasure to sit down with NYU Women's basketball Head Coach, Meg Barber. Coach Barber has led the Violets for the past 7 seasons at her Alma Mater. Coach is a former player who saw success in her 4 seasons and scored 1k points. The Violets are back to back D3 National Champions and are on a 62 game winning streak having gone 31-0 the past two seasons. Prior to becoming th...

In this special episode of the District 2 Sports Podcast, hosts Gregory, Big Greg, and Devin sit down with Coach Mike London, the esteemed head football coach at William & Mary. With a storied career spanning from the University of Richmond, University of Virginia, to Howard University, Coach London shares his insights on leadership, player development, and the evolving landscape of college fo...

District 2 Sports had the pleasure of talking with Kam Brown of Salem High School and Cole Caywood of Patrick Henry Glade Spring. We discussed each players thoughts on the season, the hardwork that went into building these winning programs, being recruited, and committing to Shenandoah (Kam) and UVA-Wise (Cole). Both kids have tremendous upsides and we look forward to following them at the next le...

District 2 Sports had the pleasure of talking with THE BEST BACKCOURT DUO IN THE STATE, Northside High School's Cy Hardy and Mykell Harvey. The dynamic duo have racked up many wins, accolades, and back to back state championships. District discussed with both players about their thoughts on the season, Coach Pope, and moving onto the next level as Hardy is committed to UVA Wise while Harvey is com...

District 2 Sports had the pleasure of speaking with Concord University HC, Todd May, who just finished his 9th season. Coach May has been with the Mountain Lions for over 13 years as an assistant and now HC. Coach May has had success in leading Concord to the NCAA tournament. Listen to Coach May talk about his career as he went from a Freshman basketball in high school to HC at a D2 University.  L...

District 2 Sports had the pleasure of chatting with Emory and Henry Men's basketball Head Coach, Jimmy Allen. The guys discuss Coach Allen's background having played high school ball for the Legendary HC, Bill Pope at Northside in Roanoke. Coach Allen played college ball for the Wasps and had a successful playing career. Coach Allen then made the jump to coaching as an assistant before becoming he...

District 2 Sports had the pleasure of speaking with the HC of the Bryn Athyn Lions Men's basketball team, Sean Westerlund. District 2 was able to catch Coach Westerlund after their recent game against Hampden Syndey in the first round of the NCAA tournament. Coach Westerlund has a great story and was able to lead the Lions to their first conference championship and NCAA tourney appearance.  Leave...

District 2 Sports hands out their Super 12 players from teams that have appeared in the Top 10 throughout the season. District 2 also had the pleasure of talking with the Coach of the year! Leave us some praise, feedback, or shout into the void! Support the show

District 2 had the pleasure of speaking with the Bridgewater College Eagles Head Men's basketball coach, Mike Maczko. Coach Maczko is the 16th HC in Bridgewater College history. We were able to discuss Coach Maczko's career as a player and assistant coach before his head coaching gigs. Coach Maczko's father is name of recognition in the Baltimore area and instilled a passion for ball his son.  Lea...

District 2 Sports had the honor of sitting down to talk with the HC of the New Covenant Gryphons and the Hill City Crash, Matt Hunter. An awesome interview in which Coach Hunter talks about his journey to becoming a HC at New Covenant and starting the Hill City Crash with his cousin.  Leave us some praise, feedback, or shout into the void! Support the show

District 2 Sports had the pleasure of talking with the 1st year head coach of the Fighting Squirrels, Coach Daniel Eacho. Coach discusses his playing career at Roanoke College and making the transition to being a full time head coach.  Leave us some praise, feedback, or shout into the void! Support the show