HOCO Athletics is opening the doors like never before with the debut of Inside the Bears Den, a new show produced in partnership with Sportsmic that gives fans an all-access look at one of Georgia’s premier athletic programs. Hosted by Sportsmic’s Josh Profit alongside HOCO Athletic Director Jason Brett, the series is designed to take viewers beyond the final score by highlighting the people, preparation, and passion that drive Bear athletics throughout the year.
Each episode will feature conversations with coaches, student-athletes, and special guests while providing updates from across the athletic department. Fans can also expect athlete spotlights, behind-the-scenes tours of HOCO’s facilities, coaches’ interviews, and exclusive stories that showcase the culture of Bear Nation. Whether it’s football, softball, volleyball, basketball, cheer, cross country, or any other sport, Inside the Bears Den aims to celebrate every corner of HOCO Athletics.
The premiere episode introduces viewers to the vision behind the show as Josh Profit and Jason Brett discuss the excitement surrounding a new school year and a new athletic season. Coach Brett shares his passion for recognizing the outstanding student-athletes, coaches, and programs that make HOCO Athletics special while outlining what fans can expect throughout the series.
The episode also features an exclusive interview with Head Football Coach Jeremy Edwards, who reflects on the Bears’ productive offseason, including summer workouts, seven-on-seven competitions at the University of Georgia and Georgia Tech, organized team activities, and preparations for the upcoming season. Coach Edwards explains how the team’s offseason work has prepared them for the challenges ahead as the Bears officially kick off fall athletics.
As the school year begins and competition gets underway, Inside the Bears Den promises to become the place where Bear fans can stay connected with everything happening inside HOCO Athletics—one story, one athlete, and one team at a time.