HOMETOWN PRIDE: Troy Trojans' Drew Nelson Reveals the Electric ENERGY of Super Regional Crowds

About this episode

Drew Nelson discusses the Troy Trojans' remarkable College World Series journey and the team's dynamics as they face West Virginia.

Troy Trojans baseball ignites Troy, Alabama, with a historic College World Series run as Drew Nelson reveals the behind-the-scenes drive powering their postseason surge. Can this hometown squad keep its composure under Omaha’s brightest lights and topple West Virginia’s star pitching? Dave Schultz spotlights Troy’s clutch performances—highlighting Jabe Boroff’s power surge, resilient at-bats with two outs, and Tommy Eagan’s breakout on the mound. The conversation unpacks coach Skyler Meade’s leadership, the culture shift after crushing defeats, and how Troy’s relentless lineup keeps breaking through defensive strongholds. Nelson shares an insider perspective on locker room mentality, adjustments for Charles Schwab Field’s cavernous dimensions, and the role of team chemistry in sustaining momentum. With the Trojans’ offense firing and Omaha glory on the line, is this the start of a new Sun Belt powerhouse?

People in this episode

Host: Dave Schultz

Guest: Drew Nelson

Topics covered

• Troy Trojans baseball
• College World Series
• team chemistry
• postseason performance
• coaching leadership
• hometown pride

Keywords

• Troy Trojans
• Drew Nelson
• College World Series
• Skyler Meade
• team chemistry
• West Virginia
• baseball postseason
• Jabe Boroff
• Tommy Eagan

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Troy Trojans, West Virginia, Charles Schwab Field

Places: Troy, Alabama

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