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 rebuild ...