KFDM Sports Extra

On this episode of KFDM Sports Extra, hosts Mike Friedman and Cam Sanderson sit down with West Orange-Stark Athletic Director and Head Football Coach Hiawatha Hickman to reflect on a historic season and preview 2026. Coach Hickman discusses: The Mustangs’ run to the State Championship game Lessons learned from a 9-3 season and playoff experience Key returning players, including standout leaders The demanding District 10-4A Division II lineup A highly anticipated Week 5 rematch with Carthage Offseason training phases and preparation strategy With expectations high and experience returning, West Orange-Stark looks poised for another deep playoff run in Southeast Texas high school football.

On this episode of Sports Extra, hosts Mike Friedman and Cam Sanderson sit down with Beaumont United head football coach Drenard Williams to reflect on the most successful season in school history. Coach Williams discusses how discipline, accountability, and a five-week “Find a Way Commitment Camp” helped transform the program from the ground up. He breaks down key all-district selections, standout returning players, offseason development, and what fans can expect heading into the 2026 season. The conversation also dives into leadership development, culture building, district competition, and potential future matchups for Beaumont United as they aim to chase district titles and deep playoff runs.#SportsExtra #BeaumontUnited #TexasHighSchoolFootball #SETXSports #BeaumontTexas #UILFootball #HighSchoolFootball #CoachJordanWilliams #FridayNightLights #SoutheastTexas #DistrictRealignment #FootballPodcast #KFDM #FoxSoutheastTexas #GoWolves #kfdm #kfdmnews #beaumont

The Sports Extra Podcast is back after a winter break with a deep dive into UIL realignment and what it means for Southeast Texas high school football. Hosts Mike Friedman and Cam Sanderson are joined by Josh Smalley, the head football coach and athletic director of Bridge City, to break down new districts, regional changes, playoff implications, and how local programs are preparing for the upcoming season. The conversation covers: District and regional realignment changes across Southeast Texas Competitive outlooks for Bridge City, West Orange-Stark, Silsbee, PNG, Port Arthur schools, and more How realignment affects scheduling, bye weeks, and playoff paths The year-round demands of being a head coach and athletic director Why playing tough opponents can prepare teams for deep playoff runs From powerhouse programs to rebuilding schools, this episode offers insider perspective, coaching insight, and honest analysis of one of the most important moments of the high school football calendar.#SportsExtra #UILRealignment #HighSchoolFootball #SoutheastTexas #TexasFootball #UIL #BridgeCityFootball #SETXSports #TexasHighSchoolFootball #DistrictRealignment #FootballPodcast #LocalSports #FridayNightLights #KFDM #FoxSoutheastTexas #kfdm #kfdmnews #beaumont #beaumontnews #KFDM