Sweet Seats Podcast
Sweet Seats Podcast
Podcast Description
Welcome to Sweet Seats, where hometown heroes get the spotlight! Hosted by two spirited teenage sports fans, Katherine and Alana, each episode features interviews with standout athletes from the Hershey, PA region and beyond. From buzzer-beaters to big wins, we dive into the journey behind the season’s biggest moments, future dreams, and a little local fun (like their favorite Hershey candy!).Fresh stories, real conversations, and a whole lot of sweet inspiration — all in under 20 minutes.
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The podcast focuses on inspiring stories of high school athletes, community engagement, and local sports culture with episodes that highlight individual journeys, team dynamics, and future aspirations. For example, the episode featuring James Campbell IV dives into his experiences as a captain of the Hershey High School basketball team, discussing the team's challenges, motivation, and upcoming dreams amidst a backdrop of local fun.

Welcome to Sweet Seats, where hometown heroes get the spotlight! Hosted by two spirited teenage sports fans, Katherine and Alana, each episode features interviews with standout athletes from the Hershey, PA region and beyond. From buzzer-beaters to big wins, we dive into the journey behind the season’s biggest moments, future dreams, and a little local fun (like their favorite Hershey candy!).Fresh stories, real conversations, and a whole lot of sweet inspiration — all in under 20 minutes.
🎙️ Episode 17 – Maddie Zimmer: From Hershey to the Olympics and NCAA GlorySweet Seats Podcast with Katherine & Alana
In this unforgettable episode, Katherine and Alana sit down with Maddie Zimmer, Hershey native and international field hockey star. Maddie shares her incredible journey from playing at Hershey High School to becoming a three-time NCAA National Champion with Northwestern University, where she was also honored as back-to-back unanimous Big Ten Player of the Year.
Now a Paris 2024 Olympian and current member of the U.S. Women’s National Team, Maddie opens up about the mental side of elite competition, what gives her an edge on the field, how she stays grounded through pressure, and what it truly felt like to represent Team USA at the Olympic Games.
Plus, the trio dives into behind-the-scenes stories from the National Championships, her approach to leadership and focus, and of course — the always fun Sweet Seats Round!
🔥 Don’t miss this inspiring, fun, and powerful conversation with one of Hershey’s all-time greats.

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