The defending Nevada 5A State Champions are back.

After leading Spanish Springs to its long-awaited state championship and ending Bishop Manogue's reign atop Northern Nevada football, Head Coach Rob Hummel joins Battle Born Preps for an in-depth conversation unlike any you've heard before.

We go beyond the scoreboard to discuss what it really takes to build a championship program, how the Cougars plan to replace a legendary senior class, and why defending a title may be even more difficult than winning one.

Coach Hummel also breaks down his team position by position, highlighting returning standouts, emerging playmakers, and the under-the-radar athletes Cougar fans need to know before the season kicks off.

Plus:

• The culture behind Spanish Springs football
• Championship lessons from last season
• Offensive and defensive philosophy
• Hidden gems ready for breakout seasons
• The state of Northern Nevada high school football
• A fun rapid-fire segment to close the show

Whether you're a Spanish Springs fan, a high school football junkie, or just love hearing coaches talk football, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

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