Best Craig Sperry Podcasts (2025)

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Coaching Changes; Week 7 TXHSFB Preview; Team Tennis Playoffs; Volleyball Roundup 47:40

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A couple of coaching changes across the area as Matt Lovorn takes over for Todd Winfrey in Canyon and Eric Alston assumes the role as coach in McLean replacing David Donnell. Week 7 of the TXHSFB season is here and district action starts rolling for most teams in the area. A look at all of the games impacting schools in the Texas Panhandle and Sout…

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Week 6 TXHSFB Recap; PD, Shallowater, Claude Roll; Ben Arbuckle Interview; Bushland Hits 100 56:32

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By Craig Sperry

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Episode 600 with Lee Baker; TXHSFB Week 6 Preview 1:00:51

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Lee Baker joins us for our 600th episode of the Press Pass Sports podcast. Lee talks about his 42 years in the sports reporting business here in the Amarillo area, his time at Press Pass Sports and tons of stories you don't want to miss. Plus, a look at week 6 in the TXHSFB landscape as many teams are on bye but the sparse schedule is littered with…

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Plainview, Farwell pull big upsets; 5A District Action; News and notes from Week 5; Volleyball District roundup 58:35

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Plainview and Farwell pulled off huge upsets to highlight week 5 action across the Texas Panhandle and South Plains. District action kicked off in Class 5A as Division II was turned upside down. All the news and notes you need for week 5 action. Plus, volleyback district action and team tennis.By Craig Sperry

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Week 5 Preview of TXHSFB; District volleyball roundup 38:57

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A look at week 5 of the TXHSFB season including district action kicking off in Class 5A, games to watch for and all the news and notes you need. Plus, a look at Tuesday's volleyball action including a big win for Randall over West Plains.By Craig Sperry

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Week 4 TXHSFB Recap; PD tops AHS, Cooper & Frenship in a wild one, Liberty impressive; WT falls on the road 1:03:50

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We take a look back at week 4 of the TXHSFB season as Palo Duro notches a big win against Amarillo High, Cooper wins a wild one against Frenship, Liberty making noise and Wellington impresses. Plus, WT fell hard on the road, Tech overtakes Utah and a district volleyball recap.By Craig Sperry

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Week 4 TXHSFB season preview; WT gets a big road test; District volleyball recap; Canyon tops Randall in team tennis 33:32

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It's week 4 of the TXHSFB season and we take a look at the big games,, what to watch for and more across the Texas Panhandle and South Plains. WT hits the road against Central Washington trying to pull the upset. District recap of Tuesday volleyball action and Canyon wins round two of the District 4-4A team tennis matchup with Randall.…

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WT Dominant in Win; Week 3 of TXHSFB was crazy; Canyon boys XC impressive; Leslie Broadhurst Legacy Golf Tourney 1:03:51

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WT went on the road and picked up a dominant win over Western New Mexico. Week 3 of the TXHSFB landscape was wild and wooly. Dalhart and WT High with huge wins while Canadian takes down Dumas and Claude wins a six-man game with a FG. Plus, Canyon boys XC continues to dominate and we talk about the 1st annual Leslie Broadhurst Legacy Scholarship Gol…

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Ben Arbuckle, Brenen Thompson Shine; Week 2 TXHSFB Recap, Week Preview; Volleyball & XC Recap 56:57

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Ben Arbuckle and Brenen Thompson were on full display Saturday in college action. We recap week 2 of the TXHSFB scene in the Texas Panhandle and South Plains plus take a look at week 3 matchups. Plus, volleyball and XC news.By Craig Sperry

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Week 2 TXHSFB Preview; Stratford/Panhandle & Bushland/Canadian Highlight Schedule; WT Home Opener; Volleyball Recap 41:15

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Week 2 of the TXHSFB season is here with Stratford/Panhandle and Bushland/Canadian highlight a full slate in the Texas Panhandle and South Plains. WT has their 2025 home opener against Colorado Mines looking to find the win column. Plus, volleyball recap including District 3-5A action.By Craig Sperry

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Week 1 Recap of TXHSFB; S-F, Boys Ranch Get Big Wins; Volleyball Recap, Team Tennis and more 1:01:11

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Week one of the Texas high school football season is in the books and we take a look at all the results from the Texas Panhandle and South Plains. Sanford-Fritch, Boys Ranch and Hart get big wins while AHS, West Plains, and Gruver impress. Plus, a recap of volleyball tournament action, team tennis with Randall and Canyon and XC notes.…

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2025 Texas High School Football Preview for the Texas Panhandle and South Plains 1:52:10

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The 2025 high school football season is here and we've got a giant preview for all districts in the Texas Panhandle and South Plains from 6A to six-man. Hall of famer Lance Lahnert joins the show as we break everything down from teams to watch for to who might make a deep trip in the playoffs. News, notes and analysis you won't find anywhere else.…

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Ian Ansett wins the Coors TOC; HS Scrimmages; 40 Players to Watch Across the Area; Volleyball Roundup 34:53

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Ian Ansett won the Coors Tournament of Champions Golf tournament over the weekend. Kale and Craig give their take on week one scrimmages around the area. Our annual 40 players to watch in 11-man and 10 in six-man is out and we go over that list. WT completed their second intrasquad scrimmage and things are looking good in Canyon. Plus, volleyball i…

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HS Football News and Notes; WT Looks Improved; Volleyball Is Underway; Team Tennis and News and Notes 36:24

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We've got news and notes including Jalin Conyers headed to the IR, the Taylor brothers transferring to Phoenix and Soddie promotions. Plus, a look at week one of fall camps and upcoming scrimmages. WT looks improved while Sergio Castillo nails a LSC honor. Volleyball is officially underway and team tennis notes.…

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Area athletes commit to the next level; WT Football picked sixth in LSC; DCTF Pre-season rankings 44:26

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We kick off season 9 of the Press Pass podcast with a look back at the area news made during the summer. Darien Lewis, Keegan Collins led a host of area athletes committing to the next level. An update on coaching changes as Trevor Cordova heads to Tulia as AD. WT football was picked sixth in the LSC at their annual media day and we look at the DCT…

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Summer Spotlight Series with Koby Otto 56:16

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Our final summer spotlight series interview is with retiring Amarillo High tennis coach Koby Otto. Coach Otto tells us why he chose tennis, building his alma mater's program at Palo Duro, his time at Amarillo High, what went into his decision to retire and his love for the Dallas Cowboys and Pro Wrestling.…

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Summer Spotlight Series with Aaron Wampler 58:49

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Today's summer spotlight series is with the new head coach for River Road, Aaron Wampler. We visit with Coach Wamp about his time as a Buff, the monumental win he got at Boys Ranch, lessons learned from a winless season and what he's looking to accomplish at River Road.By Craig Sperry

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Summer Spotlight Series with Lexie Velasquez 40:52

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This week's summer spotlight is on West Plains head softball coach Lexie Velasquez. We talk to coach about how she got started in softball, what her college experience was like at Texas A&M Commerce, dealing with arm injuries and how she uses her experience with her current players and her coaching influences.…

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Summer Spotlight Series with Bo Dickinson 34:53

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Our summer spotlight series continues with new Muleshoe head coach Bo Dickinson. We talk to Coach Dickinson about what drew him to Muleshoe, building a staff, his outlook for the upcoming season, the impact the new indoor has on all programs, his coaching influences and his relationship with Ben Arbuckle.…

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Summer Spotlight Series with Taylor Wiseman 29:09

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We kick off our summer spotlight series with shot put and discus gold medalist Taylor Wiseman from Childress. Taylor tells us how she got started in both events, what made her chose Oregon, how she went from not getting out of district to setting state records and more. Plus, you have to listen to what her favorite food is.…

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Bryson Daily Recognized By The President; Clarendon Falls in Semis; Gruver, Naz Drop Reg. Finals Series 39:01

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Bryson Daily was recongized by President Trump at the Army graduation ceremonies. Clarendon falls in the state semis in softball while Gruver and Naz drop heartbreaking series in the Regional Finals. Also, news and notes from around the area including coaching news, Eleanor Archer, and the WT track teams.…

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Randall's Doubles Team Strike Gold; Gruver, Naz Still Alive in Baseball; Clarendon Lone Softball Team Left 42:32

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The UIL State tennis meet was last week and Randall grabbed gold in girls and mixed doubles. We've got a full look at all the action from the meet. Gruver and Nazareth are the lone remaining teams left in the baseball playoffs as both rallied for series wins. Also, Clarendon dominates Floydada after a loss to head to the state semis in softball. Pl…

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Wildorado, Bo Bradley Grab Golf Titles; CISD, Naz Lead Large Tennis Contingent to State; Baseball and Softball Playoff Roundup 36:11

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Wildorado grabbed another state title while Texline's Bo Bradley is individual state champ. CISD and Nazareth will lead a large contingent of area athletes to the state tennis tournament. AHS, West Plains, Naz grab baseball playoff victories while Dumas, River Road and Clarendon impress in softball playoffs.…

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Addi Bristow, Taylor Wiseman Headline Star Athletes at State; Ettes Take Team Title; Softball and Baseball Playoffs 52:32

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The 2025 UIL State Track meet is in the books where Addi Bristow, Taylor Wiseman, Bryce Braden and Maddie Francis put on a show over three days. The Panhandle Ettes grab the team title in 2A in exciting fashion. Muleshoe is making noise in the softball playoffs as we rundown all the results. West Plains, Randall and Pampa move on in the baseball pl…

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Jalin Conyers Waits Out NFL Draft; Ascension Academy, SJCA Fare Well in Regionals; Softball Playoffs 47:27

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Jalin Conyers waited out the 2025 NFL Draft to hear his name called and eventually signed an UDFA contract with the Dolphins. Ascension Academy and SJCA fared well at the TAPPS regional track meet. AHS and Dumas advanced in the softball playoffs as we run down how all the local teams fared. Plus, West Plains takes the District 4-4A baseball crown a…

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Regional Track and Golf Roundup; Coaching News; Baseball and Softball District Action 1:03:52

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Spearman girls are headed to state in golf for the first time since 1975 while Amarillo High girls, Tascosa boys grab gold as we rundown all the regional results from 1A to 5A. Regional track saw Addi Bristow setting records, AHS girls grabbing a regional title, Adrian Rosales of Booker with a gutsy effort and so much more. A plethora of athletes a…

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Lady Raiders Soccer Gets Historical Title; SJCA Netters Grab 3rd Title; Area Track Results 1:08:35

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Randall Lady Raiders grabbed a state title in soccer as the first title in Texas Panhandle history. San Jacinto girls take third straight title. A look at all the area track results from 5A to 1A with gutsy performances from Brooke French and Isak Dominguez. Plus, coaching news and baseball and softball district roundups.…

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Area Tracksters Shine; Baseball and Softball Roundup; Area News and Notes 44:41

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Area tracksters were on full display at the 96th Annual Clyde Littlefield Relays in Austin as Canyon's Addi Bristow and Lathan Lewter plus Childress' Taylor Wiseman turned heads. We've also got a full roundup of track meets from around the area. Canyon baseball got a big win over West Plains while Dumas softball stays hot. Plus, we have area news a…

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Kevin Richardson Interview 27:23

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We sat down with former West Plains girls coach Kevin Richardson who recently announced his move to an admin position in Happy. Coach Richardson talks about why he made the move, having to tell his team, his thoughts on education and more.By Craig Sperry

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Chris Sumrall, Kevin Richardson Moving On; 74th Amarillo Relays Recap; All-Press Pass Boys Basketball Team 48:09

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Chris Sumrall and Kevin Richardson are moving on from their positions at Tascosa and West Plains while Kyle Lovorn was named the boys basketball coach at Canyon HS. A look at the All-Press Pass boys basektball team led by Coach of the Year Aaron Green and POY Zach Brown. A recap of the 74th annual Amarillo Relays where Addi Bristow set the top time…

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Remembering Rebekah Van Dijk; All-Press Pass Girls Hoops Team; Area T&F, Softball, Baseball Roundup 43:40

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Former Nazareth and UTA great Rebekah Van Dijk passed away at 28. We look back at her career and how she is remembered by those closest to her. The All-Press Pass girls hoops team led by POY Bella Edwards and Coach of the Year Eric Schilling. Weekly round up of area track and field meets plus AHS and Dumas softball are hot and Pampa baseball rallie…

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Exciting Changes at Press Pass Sports; Coaching News; Valley Falls in the Finals, Spring Sports Roundup 52:45

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Exciting changes are happening at Press Pass Sports as we talk about those changes including an expansion into the Lubbock area. Valley fell in the finals at the Boys Basketball state tournament as the lone area representative. Springs sports are in high gear and we look at results in baseball, softball and track and field.…

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Naz Wins Their 26th Title; Texline, Valley Move on to State Semis; Jalin Conyers Shines at the NFL Combine; Canyon Invitational T&F Meet 57:42

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Nazareth won their 26th state title at the UIL Girls Basketball Championships while Farwell fell in OT in a heartbreaker. Texline and Valley were imipressive in Regional Finals win while Randall and Gruver fall. Jalin Conyers absolutely shined at the NFL combine last week and we have the results from the Canyon Invitational Track Meet.…

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Interview with Tony Ensor, Sod Poodles President & GM 1:00:08

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Tony Ensor, the President and General Manager of the Amarillo Sod Poodles sat down to discuss a variety of topics including changes at Hodgetown including the infield, the use of the ballpark year round, this year's club plus his time with Michael Jordan in 1994 with the Birmingham Barons.By Craig Sperry

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Lee Baker Retires; Bo Dickinson Takes Over in Muleshoe; Panhandle, Farwell, Naz Girls Advance; Reg. Qtrs. Boys Recap 43:59

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After 42 years in the Amarillo TV market, Lee Baker is retiring. Bo Dickinson was named the head football coach at Muleshoe while Johnny Nino is out at Dimmitt. Panhande, Farwell, and Naz girls advanced to the state semifinals with impressive wins. Bushland stunned Brownfield in the Regional Quarters while PD is the only 5A team left and area teams…

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Randall Takes Wrestling Gold; Pampa Makes History in Girls Bball; Boys Playoff Preview 46:45

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Randall wrapped up it's eight team title gold at the state wrestling meet while Hunter Bogner, Mikey Ruiz, Darien Lewis and Ariana Chavez impressed. Pampa and Kress are the furthest they've ever been in the girls playoffs as we look at the Reg. Qtrs plus preview the Semis. Also, a look at the boys playoff road as bi-district tips off tonight.…

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Girls Bi-District Playoff Preview; Randall Dominated 1-5A Wrestling Meet; AHS Swimmers Headed to State; WT Recruiting Class 36:30

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Randall boys dominated the Regioin 1-5A Wrestling Meet while Amarillo High sends two relays to state in swimming. A look at the girls bi-district playoffs and where everyone is playing and a look at the boys stars from Friday night. Plus, a look at the WT recruiting class for football.By Craig Sperry

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Area News and Notes; Bushland Girls, Tascosa Boys Grab Big Wins Friday Night; District Wrestling Meets 35:06

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An update on coaching news, Brendan Hausen with a big day against Iowa St. and another area coach is in trouble. Bushland girls grabbed a big win over Dalhart while the Tascosa boys upset Palo Duro. A full look at basketball around the area from Friday night. Plus, a look at the District 2-5A and 3-5A wrestling meets where Dumas and Randall shined.…

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Tascosa Girls Take Down AHS; Canyon Girls, Randall Boys Stay Undefeated in District Play; District 3-5A Swimming Results 45:47

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Tascosa girls bounced back after falling to Monterey by taking down AHS Friday night. The Canyon girls and Randall boys won to stay undefeated in district action. A look at Friday's results and top performers from around the area. Plus, a look at D2 legislative changes that impact WT football, District 3-5A swim meet results and top area performers…

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Carly McCracken takes over Tascosa volleyball; Canadian girls stay unbeaten, Hereford boys pick up win over Canyon 35:24

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Carly McCracken was named the head volleyball coach for Tascosa while Jason Richards is leaving Muleshoe to lead the new Frenship football program. The Randall Playoff Preview is now the Leslie Broadhurst Playoff Preview in a fitting tribute. Plus, a look at Friday's area basketball action including Canadian girls staying unbeaten by taking down Da…

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Special Message from Kale Steed; HS Basketball Roundup; Soccer Scores; News and Notes From the Area 44:14

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Kale Steed delivers a very personal and heartfelt message concerning a battle he's been going through. We look at Friday and Saturday's high school basketball where Canyon and West Plains split a pair of games. District 3-5A soccer action plus news and notes around the area as we have coaching news, players on the move and an update on Brendan Haus…

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All-Press Pass Football Teams; HS Basketball Roundup as Randall & West Plains Split Games; News and Notes 47:39

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We put a bow on the 2024 high school football season as we go over the All-Press Pass teams. A look at Friday night basketball action from across the area as Randall and West Plains split games plus notable performances from both the boys and girls games. Plus, wrestling news and news and notes from around the area.…

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Interview with Texas Tech TE Jalin Conyers 46:43

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We finish out the year with a great interview with Texas Tech TE Jalin Conyers. We discuss his hopes for the NFL, playing at Tech, NIL and portal and so much more. Don't miss a great interview with the vivacious Gruver product.By Craig Sperry

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Interview with West Plains Head Coach Adam Cummings 38:55

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We sit down with West Plains head football coach Adam Cummings to discuss the Wolves season, the tough loss to Celina, growth in his team, his philosphy on building a program and much more.By Craig Sperry

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West Plains, Gruver Fall in State Semis; WT to Host NJCAA DI Title Game; Tascosa Stuns Monterey 55:02

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West Plains fell just short of the state finals against Celina while Gruver fell to a talented Muenster team. We look at all the scores of the state semifinals and also take a look at the state finals matchups. WT is hosting the NJCAA DI football championship Wednesday night in Canyon plus the Tascosa Lady Rebels stun Lubbock Monterey in district a…

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West Plains, Gruver set for State Semis; Full TXHSFB Preview; Darrell Daily Interview 44:45

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West Plains and Gruver are set for their semifinal showdowns. Can the Wolves knock off perennial power Celina? Will the Greyhounds have enough to upset heavily favored Muenster? We have a preview of both games plus a look at all the state semifinal games across the state. Plus, Darrell Daily joins us for a look at his son, Bryson Daily, as he talks…

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West Plains, Gruver Advance to State Semis; Mason Young Interview; All-Press Pass Volleyball Team 58:36

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West Plains used a 4th quarter goal line stand to take down Stephenville while Gruver erased an early deficit to take down Ropes as both teams advance to the state semifinals. Sooner Insider Mason Young of the Tulsa World joins the show to talk about Ben Arbuckle taking over as the OC at Oklahoma. Plus, the All-Press Pass Volleyball team is out led…

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Ben Arbuckle Is New OU Coordinator; TXHSFB State Quarters Preview; District 3-5A Basketball Recap 37:08

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Canadian and WT alum Ben Arbuckle was named the OU offensive coordinator on Monday. Arbuckle has been a regular guest so we discuss who Ben is and what OU is getting in the 29 year old OC. It's the state quarterfinals of TXHSFB and we have a full preview of all the games involving West Plains, Canadian and Gruver plus a look at all of the matchups …

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West Plains, Canadian, Gruver Advance in TXHSFB Playoffs; Sunray Upset; Yellow City Classic Basketball Tourney 48:08

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The Regional semifinal round of TXHSFB saw three area teams advance. West Plains was impressive in their win over Lampasas, Canadian survives Idalout and Gruver continues to roll. Sunray was upset by Post and Tascosa, Randall and Follett fall. Plus, the Yellow City Classic Basketball Tournament wrap up plus college football notes.…

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Jalin Conyers, Jospeh Plunk Sr. Day at Tech; Reg. Semis Preview with News and Notes for Each Game 45:35

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Jalin Conyers and Joseph Plunk will be honored during Senior day at Tech's home game with West Virgina on Saturday. A preview of the Regional Semifinals involving all our local teams. News, notes and players you need to know for these big matchups. A look at the AISD Yellow City Classic basketball tournament going on this week.…