top of page
Country Ball

Country Ball is a show about discovering talent in the most unlikely of places.

 

Shining a light on the barriers high school athletes face,  we follow high school football Coach Jesse Chinchar, as he travels across the country to learn about players' lives on and off the field. Helping them overcome their difficulties and work towards their ultimate goal, getting into a Division 1 program

DIRECTED BY

David Lizana

Episode 1 - Cole Weightman

Kicking off this series in the heartland of football–Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

 

Coach Jesse's  first challenge is to help Cole Weightman, a powerful yet unknown linebacker.

Episode 2 - Joe Himon

Coach Jesse heads to Little Rock Arkansas, home of the famous Pulaski Academy and super-star high school football coach, Coach Kelley.

 

With NFL speed and skills already, a heart of gold and courage to match, Joe Himon has yet to commit and be recognized as the top rated recruit that he should be. 

Episode 3 - Ryan Nolan

Ryan Nolan is a hard-working, talented play-maker with integrity and intelligence to match.

Unfortunately, at only 5’ 9”, his size has kept him off of many coaches' radar.

 

Find out what strategies Coach Jesse has to help Ryan achieve his dream of playing at the next level.

Episode 4 - Richard Myers III

Richard Myers is a jack-of-all-trades on the offensive line, an invaluable asset to any team.

 

The problem? He lives in the middle of a small town in Indiana with limited exposure.

 

Watch Coach Jesse and Richard bond over fishing and a good old-fashioned Indiana demolition derby, as they discuss how to work towards Richard’s future.

Episode 5 - Mario Eugenio

With over 30 scholarship offers and a spot in his high school's Hall of Fame, Mario Eugenio is living proof that hard work and dedication pay off.

 

But what happens when things don't go as planned? Find out in this episode of Country Ball.

Episode 6 - Kayleb Wagner

Kayleb Wagner is an all-time record-breaking running back from Baker, Florida.

 

His athletic and academic prowess proves even more impressive when facing the fact that he has one arm.

Hear Kayleb’s story in his own words: where he’s been, what he’s doing now, and most importantly, where he’s going.

Episode 7 -
Luca Stanzani & Dylan Djeté Pt. 1

Coach Jesse’s back in his home turf of Clearwater, Florida. This time, helping two players of his own.

 

Dylan Djeté is a family-oriented player who got five touchdowns across his first two games in America.

 

Luca Stanzani has been CAI’s starting quarterback since the eighth grade, and has both the brains and the dedication to go far. 

Watch the first part of this series finale, as Coach Jesse helps these players, and his team, reach their goal.

Episode 8 -
Luca Stanzani & Dylan Djeté Pt. 2

It’s the finale of Country Ball. 

 

Watch how Luca & Dylan conclude their high-school football careers for their final season in pursuit of a championship.

 

Proving just how their dedication to the game and athletic ability could help get them to the next level!

bottom of page