Ep. 32 - What to Watch for in High School Sports in Palm Beach County This Fall

What makes Palm Beach County such a powerhouse for high school sports? On this episode of The Palm Beach Current, Chris sits down with Alex Peterman, longtime sports writer for the Palm Beach Post, for an inside look at the athletes, coaches, rivalries, and stories shaping the local sports landscape.

Alex shares his unexpected journey from theater and teaching into sports journalism, how his background in education has influenced the way he interviews and connects with teenage athletes, and why covering a high school football game can actually be more challenging than covering the Dolphins.

The conversation dives deep into the incredible depth of athletic talent across Palm Beach County, from football and golf to volleyball, as well as the impact of transfers, NIL, recruiting, and changing rules on the future of high school sports. Alex also highlights some of the area's top prospects, emerging underdog teams, and can't-miss rivalries — including the increasingly popular Wellington Cup.

Beyond the scores and statistics, Alex opens up about the human side of sports journalism, including the emotional conversations that have shaped his career and why empathy is essential to telling meaningful stories about athletes and their communities.

Plus, Alex shares his favorite local spots, his most memorable moments covering sports — including the Florida Panthers' Stanley Cup victory — and what makes Palm Beach County such a special place to cover sports.

If you're a fan of Friday Night Lights, local sports, or the people and stories behind the games, this episode offers a fascinating look at Palm Beach County athletics from someone who sees it all from the sidelines.