Episode 7

Hooks Baseball Podcast

Michael Coffin and JD Davis open the show by giving an overview of MiLB’s Community First campaign, a national initiative benefiting Feeding America which will direct funds to the Coastal Bend Food Bank while honoring local heroes. Hooks General Manager and West Point graduate Wes Weigle (3:53) speaks about his background and how Whataburger Field can serve as a rally point for the community during this crisis. Amy Johnson welcomes King High School Principal Elizabeth Perez (29:11) who offers details on distance learning, as well how her staff is stepping up to the plate to support students and parents under quarantine. Calallen High School product and Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Wyatt Mathisen (37:29) wraps up the show with a breakdown of his breakout 2019 season and a recounting of his storied high school career with the Wildcats.