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Highway to Hoover is the premier SEC baseball podcast from D1Baseball — breaking down the storylines, standings, matchups, and personalities that define the nation’s most competitive conference. Hosted by Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge, the show brings you weekly SEC recaps, weekend previews, power rankings, and deep-dive conversations with coaches, players, and insiders across the league.

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On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge recap regional weekend for all 12 SEC teams and peek ahead at what's on deck for supers. They discuss Tennessee's disappointing 0-2 exit in Chapel Hill, Oklahoma's gutsy walk-off regi... more

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge preview all 12 regionals involving SEC teams. They discuss which matchups are favorable for the SEC teams involved, which four seeds will be tricky for hosting SEC clubs, which potent... more

On this special episode of Highway to Hoover, recorded live Sunday morning, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge preview the SEC Tournament, including which teams that play on day one are most dangerous and which of the top four seeds is best set up to win t... more

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge discuss Georgia winning the SEC title, Tennessee upsetting Texas, Auburn continuing to impress and much more.

00:00 Surprise Live Show

01:34 Knoxville Trip Recap

04:01 Kuhns Shines... more

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Recent Guests

Lance Cormier
An SEC legend, eight-year big leaguer, and broadcaster with ESPN
ESPN
Episode: Talking SEC Baseball With Lance Cormier
Aaron Fitt
Baseball expert and writer for D1Baseball
D1Baseball
Episode: Talking Texas, Texas A&M, Vanderbilt, and Kentucky
Mike Rooney
Baseball analyst and coach
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Episode: Talking Texas, Texas A&M, Vanderbilt, and Kentucky
Kendall Rogers
Baseball analyst and writer for D1Baseball
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Episode: Talking Texas, Texas A&M, Vanderbilt, and Kentucky
Josh Elander
Head baseball coach at the University of Tennessee
University of Tennessee
Episode: Tennessee Head Coach Josh Elander Joins
Nathan Wooldridge
Vice President of Peak Events
Peak Events
Episode: Vice President of Peak Events Nathan Wooldridge Joins
Brian O'Connor
Head baseball coach at Mississippi State, former head coach at Virginia.
Mississippi State University
Episode: Mississippi State Head Coach Brian O'Connor Joins
Brendan Lawson
Florida sophomore infielder
University of Florida
Episode: Florida's Brendan Lawson, More SEC Cape Cod Notes
Shooter Hunt
Vice President of Scouting for Prep Baseball
Prep Baseball
Episode: Talking SEC Players at 18U National Team Trials

Hosts

Joe Healy
Host of Highway To Hoover, appears across numerous episodes focusing on SEC baseball analysis and insider storytelling.
Mark Etheridge
Co-host of Highway To Hoover, contributes strategic, data-driven perspectives on SEC baseball with the regular duo.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 102 ratings
  • 5 Stars

    Really enjoy listening to Joe & Mark talk & break-down SEC Baseball. Two of the best in the business. ⚓️⬇️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VandyBoy15
    United States4 months ago
  • A must-listen for SEC baseball fans!

    Joe and Mark provide a great mix of insight and fun. Highway to Hoover is the best way to keep up with SEC baseball!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ADR0307
    United States9 months ago
  • Great Show

    I love the show it helps get me ready for the season and help me stay up on all the story lines and top players across the conference. I look forward to listening every week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    w@1k3r190
    United Statesa year ago
  • Highway to Hoover Rocks!

    You can’t claim to be a SEC baseball fan if you don’t listen to the gang at D1. Entertaining and super informative!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    C3CYCLING
    United Statesa year ago
  • Don’t wanna miss this podcast. Appreciate all you do for the game

    Thanks for all y’all do, love the pod and content! Who’s the best college baseball player to you? Based solely on their college performance, no mlb. Hail State! Joe and Mark > Kendall (we love all the D1 team though)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DavNC85
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the deep SEC focus and practical breakdowns for fans and advertisers.
Production quality and pace are strong with occasional critique on microphones.
Hosts balance data with narrative storytelling and live-show energy.
Regulars offer clear, actionable insights for teams and sponsors interested in the SEC market.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#226
United States/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#238
Germany/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#67
Denmark/Sports/Baseball

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Tennessee Head Coach Josh Elander Joins
Q: What are your expectations for the pitching staff this season?
Elander outlines an emphasis on competition and the need to rebuild the pitching staff, aiming for different arm slots to create diverse looks against opponents.
Tennessee Head Coach Josh Elander Joins
Q: What kind of depth do you have in your position players?
Elander expresses excitement about the talent and depth within the roster, particularly in catching and outfield positions, showcasing the potential for competition.
Tennessee Head Coach Josh Elander Joins
Q: What have your first few weeks been like as head coach?
Elander describes the transition as chaotic yet exciting, emphasizing the importance of maintaining competitiveness while getting accustomed to his new role and leading the same group of players.
Mississippi State Head Coach Brian O'Connor Joins
Q: What excites you about this new job?
Working with young athletes and building a strong, competitive team is what fires him up.
Mississippi State Head Coach Brian O'Connor Joins
Q: How do you apply your knowledge and experience into this new challenge?
O'Connor emphasizes the importance of coaching experience, stating he feels much better prepared and knowledgeable as a coach now compared to when he started.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Highway To Hoover

What is Highway To Hoover about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A data-driven, conference-focused show that repeatedly breaks down SEC baseball with a heavy emphasis on matchups, regional hosting implications, and the evolving landscape of the league. Listeners can expect detailed weekend recaps, previews of upcoming series, and tactical takes on pitching rotations, lineups, and depth across programs like LSU, Tennessee, Arkansas, Florida, Texas A&M, Ole Miss, Georgia, and more. The hosts mix analysis with storytelling, including travel notes and behind-the-scenes anecdotes, creating a lively, informed environment for fans, sponsors, and media professionals following college baseball in the SEC.

Notable strengths include a consistent cadence of season-long previews, host camaraderie, and a willingness ... more

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1. The D1Baseball Podcast
2. 11Point7: The College Baseball Podcast
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Recent guests on Highway To Hoover include:

1. Lance Cormier
2. Aaron Fitt
3. Mike Rooney
4. Kendall Rogers
5. Josh Elander
6. Nathan Wooldridge
7. Brian O'Connor
8. Brendan Lawson

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