The Alabaster City Schools Podcast Ep. 13: Game On: Inside Thompson High School ESports

Game On: Inside Thompson High School Esports – Alabama's Reigning State Champions 
In this episode of the Alabaster City Schools Podcast, host Griffin Knight spotlights the powerhouse behind Alabama’s reigning Esports State Champions—Thompson High School. Head Coach Hunter Curtis and Assistant Coach Cole Pruitt share the story behind the program's rapid rise, its back-to-back championship wins, and how Esports is making waves across the state. Junior Hayes Paganelli and senior Hollyn Deasee offer an inside look at life on the team, the competitive spirit that drives them, and the growing scholarship opportunities now available to student gamers. From strategy and teamwork to state titles and college prospects, this episode dives deep into one of Thompson’s most dynamic and forward-looking programs.