The legacy of Hopkinsville High School athletics continues to shine in Episode 2 of the Tigers Then. Tigers Now. Tigers Forever podcast — hosted by Athletic Director Jacob Ezell and featuring two familiar faces: recent graduate and baseball standout Gavin Powell, and longtime PA announcer Scott Colley, affectionately known as the “Voice of the Tigers.”
From the first moments of the episode, the chemistry between Ezell, Powell, and Colley sets the tone for a heartfelt, humorous, and history-rich conversation about HopTown sports — past and present.
Colley, who started calling Tiger games back in 2003, reflects on his early days behind the mic, memories of legendary teams like the 2003 Final Four basketball squad, and shares what it’s been like watching generations of athletes come through Hopkinsville High. Powell, who recently graduated and now plays for the Hoptown Hoppers summer league team, gives listeners an inside look at the transition from high school to collegiate-level baseball, including playing with a wooden bat, the intensity of summer ball, and how it’s shaped his mindset.
But the heart of the episode lives in the shared stories: tales of past greats like Curtis Pulley, Justin Hageman, and Easton McGee; the magical 2023 baseball season that took the Tigers to the Elite Eight; and the sense of brotherhood, grit, and hometown pride that has always defined Hopkinsville High School athletics.
Together, the trio offers perspectives from three different generations — all bound by one name: Tiger.
🎙️ Episode Highlights:
- Powell and Colley share who they believe is the greatest baseball player in HopTown history.
- Behind-the-scenes memories from the 2023 Elite Eight run.
- How Powell prepared to lead the team in his senior year.
- Insights into Hoppers baseball and what makes summer collegiate play so unique.
- Reflections on Tiger traditions and the legacy of Hopkinsville High School athletics.
As the final year of Hopkinsville High School unfolds, Tigers Then. Tigers Now. Tigers Forever serves as a time capsule — preserving the memories, rivalries, relationships, and stories that shaped one of Kentucky’s proudest athletic programs.
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