Best UIL Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 117, Bryan Hayman: USMNT Super Fan & Head MSOC Coach, Baytown Sterling (Summer of Soccer Talk) 1:46:38

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Coach Bryan Hayman, USMNT Super Fan and Head MSOC Coach of Baytown Sterling, joins us for a special "Summer of Soccer" episode. We discuss a wild summer of soccer with Euro, Copa America, and USMNT Head Coach talk, as well as a look ahead at the upcoming Olympics and talk all things USMNT and USWNT. We also discuss TXHSSOC and the inaugural Divisio…

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Ep. 116, Jimmie Lankford: Head WSOC Coach, Frisco Wakeland & TASCO Region II Director 1:28:32

2h ago1:28:32

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We're LIVE with Jimmie Lankford, Head WSOC Coach of the reigning 5A Girls State Champion - Frisco Wakeland Wolverines. Coach Lankford is also the TASCO Region II Director. We look back at a wild summer of soccer with Euro, Copa America, and USMNT Head Coach talk. Coach Lankford give us an inside look at the tradition and culture of excellence that …

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Ep. 115, Collin Salyers: Head MSOC Coach, San Antonio Brennan 1:11:04

2h ago1:11:04

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We're LIVE with new Head MSOC Coach of the San Antonio Brennan Bears, Collin Salyers. Coach Salyers takes us through the hiring process and how his unique situation in returning to his Alma Mater where he once played and started his coaching career, as an Assistant. Coach Salyers also shares how he knew he was ready for his first head coaching oppo…

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Ep. 114, Austin Greenway, Head WSOC Coach, Beaumont West Brook 1:14:15

11d ago1:14:15

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We're LIVE with new Head WSOC Coach of the Beaumont West Brook Lady Bruins, Austin Greenway. Coach Greenway takes us through the hiring process and how he know we was ready for his first head coaching opportunity. We discuss what has him excited about his new program and his thoughts on Region 3 and thier new district (19-5A) as they make the shift…

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2024 STATE 7-ON-7 PREVIEW: And He Who Shall Violate This Law Shall Be Punished By Catapult— Episode 185

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The 2024 State 7-on-7 Tournament is here, and your favorite nerds get you ready, breaking down each division with favorites, hipster picks, pools of doom and more.By Greg Tepper

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Ep. 113, Alonso Ramirez: AR Shots Photography 1:29:20

24d ago1:29:20

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Proud Partner, Alonso Ramirez, CEO of AR Shorts Photography joins us for Episode 113. Dubbed as "Behind The Lenses," we dive into a deep look at what it means to be a professional photographer covering soccer and sports. Alonso also gives us great insight into content creation and why it and a positive social media presence can help improve an athl…

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Ep. 112, Emergency Podcast: UIL Approves Historic Change for TXHSSOC 1:17:08

1M ago1:17:08

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EMERGENCY PODCAST EDITION: Join us for our very first Emergency Podcast episode as we discuss in depth the why, the meaning, and the potential impact of the UIL's historic decision made on 6.11.2024 to split all three classifications into a Division I and Division II format for the State Playoffs. [Originally Recorded On: 6.12.2024]…

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Ep. 111, Kevin Hirst: Athletic Coordinatory & HFC Coach, San Antonio MacArthur 40:00

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We're back with Episode 111 and this time we're proud to host our first-ever Athletic Coordinator/Head Football Coach, Kevin Hirst, of San Antonio MacArthur. Coach Hirst gives us insight into the world of an Athletic Coordinator and what the hiring process of a coach looks like from start to finish. We also look back on the year that was for MacArt…

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The 2024 Danpodcast Commencement Speech 5:34

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A tradition unlike any other. Please enjoy The 2024 Danpodcast Commencement Speech.

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MAY OFFSEASON EDITION: We Monorail Conductors Are A Crazy Breed — Episode 184

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The annual Tep & Stepp TXHSFB Sleepers DraftBy Greg Tepper

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S4 E14, INSIDE #TXHSSOC: "The Champions" - 6A Edition 1:24:24

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INSIDE #TXHSSOC returns for 14th and final episode on the 2023-2024 season with a special edition called "The Champions." Today we highlight the 6A Girls State Champion, Prosper Eagles and their first-ever state title in program history, as well as the 6A Boys State Champion, Katy Seven Lakes Spartans and their second consecutive state title. Don't…

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S4 E13, INSIDE #TXHSSOC: "The Champions" - 5A Edition 1:10:55

3M ago1:10:55

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INSIDE #TXHSSOC returns with Episode 13 with a special edition called "The Champions." Today we highlight 5A Boys State Champion, Midlothian Panthers and their first-ever state title, along with the 5A Girls State Champion, Frisco Wakeland Wolverines and their 4th title in program history. Don't miss out on this special episode! #TXHSSOC #5050Pod […

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S4 E12, INSIDE #TXHSSOC: "The Champions" - 4A Edition 1:33:06

3M ago1:33:06

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INSIDE #TXHSSOC returns with Episode 12 and a special edition called "The Champions." Today we highlight 4A Girls State Champion, the Celina Lady Bobcats and their third consecutive state title, along with the 4A Boys State Champion, San Elizario Eagles and their 4th title in program history. Don't miss out on this special episode! #TXHSSOC #5050Po…

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APRIL OFFSEASON EDITION: I Won't Have Any Aggressive Condiment Passing In This House — Episode 183

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The TXHSFB Fun Fact of the Week, breaking down the last big batch of coaching changes, handing out Coaching Change SZN awards, and playing a little buy-or-sell for the 2024 Texas high school football seasonBy Greg Tepper

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S4 E11, INSIDE #TXHSSOC: Championship Saturday Recap & Season Finale 1:39:05

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INSIDE #TXHSSOC is proud to bring you Championship Week!! We look back at Championship Saturday and take an in-depth look at Day 4 along with a look back at the entire tournament and The Season that Was - The 2023-2024 TXHSSOC Season. We're also joined by Coach Jarrett Shipman, TASCO President and Head WSOC Coach of Katy Tompkins, as he gives us hi…

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S4 E10, INSIDE #TXHSSOC: Championship Week - Day 3 Recap & Championship Saturday Preview 1:25:16

3M ago1:25:16

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INSIDE #TXHSSOC is proud to bring you Championship Week!! Coach Stephanie Sazo of TASCO and El Paso Del Valle is back with us again today as she gives us insight from her day covering matches in Georgetown, including crowning our second state champion during the 4A Boys Final. We preview the final day, Championship Saturday, with an inside look at …

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S4 E9, INSIDE #TXHSSOC: Championship Week - Day 2 Recap & Day 3 Preview 1:24:43

3M ago1:24:43

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INSIDE #TXHSSOC is proud to bring you Championship Week!! We're joined by Team Member, Steve Sanchez, gives us insight from his day covering matches in Georgetown. Then we're joined by Stephanie Sazo TASCO Region 1 Asst. Director and Head WSOC Coach of El Paso Del Valle, as she provides in depth analysis of the second half of Day 2 at Birkelbach Fi…

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S4 E8, INSIDE #TXHSSOC: Championship Week, Day 1 Recap, & Day 2 Preview 1:29:45

3M ago1:29:45

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INSIDE #TXHSSOC is proud to bring you Championship Week!! We're joined by Alexi Upton, Head MSOC Coach of Sulphur Springs as we look in depth at Day 1 of the State Tournament with a look back at the 4A Girls and Boys state semifinals along with a look at Day 2 and the upcoming 5A Girls and Boys state semifinals. We also examine the upcoming 4A Girl…

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S4 E7, INSIDE #TXHSSOC: Regional Recap, Special Guests, & Championship Week Overview 1:36:59

4M ago1:36:59

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Another great and absolutely loaded show! The INSIDE #TXHSSOC crew returns with Episode 7! It's another State Playoffs edition as we look back at the Regional Tournaments across the state and look ahead to the culmination of the TXHSSOC season with a State Tournament Overview. We're also proud to be joined by both Coach Michael Strong, MSOC Coach o…

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S4 E6, INSIDE #TXHSSOC: Playoffs Recap, Regional Tournament Preview, & Special Guests 1:28:23

4M ago1:28:23

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An absolutely loaded show! The INSIDE #TXHSSOC crew is back with Episode 6! It's a State Playoffs edition of the Pod as we look back at the first three rounds of the State Playoffs and the madness and chaos throughout. We're also proud to be joined by both Coach Bert Atilano of San Antonio Harlan MSOC and Jackson Vaerewyck of the Frisco Sports Netw…

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2024-2026 UIL Area Realignment Explained 20:53

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How come and why not and what happened to my Area and what the F is Area J!??!?! Don't worry. I got your back. Relax and let me explained UIL Area Realignment.

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MARCH OFFSEASON EDITION: Here's Your Turtle, Alive and Well — Episode 182

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Does Texas high school football have a recruiting problem? Plus coaching changes and realignment appeals.By Greg Tepper

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Ep. 110, Cole Ouren: Asst. WSOC Coach, Baylor University 1:04:11

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Cole Ouren, Assistant WSOC Coach of the Baylor University, joins us LIVE. We look back at Baylor's 2023 fall season and ahead to their Spring and Fall 2024 seasons. He gives us great insight to the many great lessons learned after two years at Baylor and what has him and the Bears coaching staff about the future. We discuss Ouren's coaching journey…

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Ep. 109, David Johnson: Head MSOC Coach, San Antonio Johnson 1:02:04

4M ago1:02:04

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We're LIVE with David Johnson, Head MSOC Coach of the San Antonio Johnson Jaguars. We look back at their season so far and discuss winning a district title with two matches remaining in the regular season and what it means to his program and community. We also discuss competing in the highly respected District 28-6A and how that prepares them for t…

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S4 E5, INSIDE #TXHSSOC: Region 3 & 4 Overview, State RPI, Awards, & More... 1:25:06

5M ago1:25:06

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The INSIDE #TXHSSOC crew is back with Episode 5! Coach Banning, Head WSOC Coach of Buda Johnson joins us LIVE. We take a look at Regions 3 and 4 and release the latest RPI State Rankings of the season, along with the latest unveiling of our Teams of the Week and Game Ball Awards, along with the introduction of a new award - our Coach of the Week. D…

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Ep. 108, Lucas Henderson: Head WSOC Coach, Monmouth College (IL) 1:11:22

5M ago1:11:22

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Coach Lucas Henderson, Head WSOC Coach of the Monmouth College Fighting Scots, joins us LIVE. We look back at Coach Henderson's 2023 fall season and he gives us great insight on the many great lessons learned after three years at Monmouth. We discuss what the life of a coach and player is at the Division III level and discuss the state of the games…

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UIL Marching Band Rules Advisory Committee: Fall 2023 16:49

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The UIL Marching Band RAC has released notes from their Fall 2023 meeting. Let's go over these rules that are currently being studied, why implementation could take a little time, and which rules could be implemented as early as this Fall!

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S4 E4, INSIDE #TXHSSOC: Region 2 Overview, Special Guest, RPI, & Teams of the Week/Game Ball Awards 1:20:13

5M ago1:20:13

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The INSIDE #TXHSSOC crew is back with Episode 4! Coach Alexander Adams of Celina WSOC joins us for our Region 2 Overview. We also release the latest RPI State Rankings of the season, along with the latest unveiling of our Teams of the Week and Game Ball Awards. Don't miss out on this great episode!By Hector Cano

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Ep. 107, Jason French: Partnerships Manager, Gipper 1:38:09

5M ago1:38:09

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Jason French, Partnerships Manager for our proud partner, Gipper joins us LIVE. Jason gives us great insight into the 2024 United Soccer Coaches Convention from the unique perspective of a vendor. Jason also gives us a great detail into what makes Gipper a phenomenal social media marketing platform and some of the great things on the horizon for Gi…

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Ep. 106, Rusty Oglesby: President, United Soccer Coaches & Head WSOC Coach, Hardin-Simmons University 1:33:20

5M ago1:33:20

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Newly elected President of United Soccer Coaches and newly named Head WSOC Coach of Hardin-Simmons University, Coach Rusty Oglesby, joins us LIVE. Coach Oglesby tells us about his recent journey and discuss the many new changes in his life, as well as looking back at the recent 2024 United Soccer Coaches Convention. He gives us an inside look at hi…

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UIL REALIGNMENT BREAKDOWN: If There's One Thing America Needs, It's More Lawyers — Episode 181

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Winners, losers and must-see districts from the 2024 UIL Realignment.By Greg Tepper

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S4 E3, INSIDE #TXHSSOC: RPI, Region I Preview, Teams of the Week, & Game Ball Awards 1:08:41

6M ago1:08:41

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INSIDE #TXHSSOC returns with Episode 3! We release the latest RPI State Rankings of the season, along with the initial unveiling of our Teams of the Week and Game Ball Awards. We rap up with a preview of Region I across 4A-6A. Don't miss our first episode of INSIDE #TXHSSOC in 2024!By Hector Cano

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JANUARY OFFSEASON EDITION: Subject Is Hatless, Repeat, Hatless

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Our UIL realignment preview plus a look at the wild world of coaching changesBy Greg Tepper

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Ep. 105, Bailey Guffin: Head MSOC Coach, Sul Ross State 1:22:48

6M ago1:22:48

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Coach Bailey Guffin, Head MSOC Coach of Sul Ross State University Lobos, joins us LIVE. We look back at Coach Guffin's first season at Sul Ross. We discuss their upcoming Spring Season and the big jump they are preparing to make from Division III to Division II in July of 2024. Coach Guffin shares with us why he chose Sul Ross and his thoughts afte…

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Ep. 104, Bridgett Rogers: Head WSOC Coach, Lubbock Cooper 57:47

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Bridgett Rogers, Head WSOC Coach of the Lubbock Cooper Lady Pirates, joins us LIVE. We discuss their first tournament weekend in Frisco and the lessons learned along with how this years team has a very different feel. We take a closer look at the highly competitive District 4-5A and how they hope to contend for a playoff birth and more in 2024. Coa…

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Ep. 103, Brandon Milburn: Director of Strategic Growth, United Soccer Coaches 1:15:49

7M ago1:15:49

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Founder and Host Hector Cano, is joined by the Director of Strategic Growth for United Soccer Coaches, Brandon Milburn. We discuss all things United Soccer Coaches and their initiatives. Brandon also gives us significant insight into the planning and execution phases of the upcoming United Soccer Coaches Convention and some of the fascinating prese…

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S4 E2, INSIDE #TXHSSOC: Special Guests, Tournament Talk, RPI Debut, & Champions Review 1:40:53

7M ago1:40:53

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INSIDE #TXHSSOC returns with a look at state-wide tournaments and are joined by Coach Daniel Dollinger, Head MSOC Coach of Frisco HS and Boys Tournament Director of the Frisco ISD Dr. Pink Invitational and Missy Whitman, Marketing Coordinator for Allen HS Soccer and the Pep Boys Eagle Showcase. We also review the season debut of Rafa's very own, Ra…

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Ep. 102, Soccer Chat Holiday Edition: Shaun Soderling & Nick Rizzo 1:48:18

7M ago1:48:18

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It's year three of the "Holiday Edition" with our friends from Soccer Chat. Shaun Soderling, former Head WSOC Coach of Brescia University and Nick Rizzo, Head WSOC Coach of St. Mary's University (MN) join us LIVE. Shaun talks about his recent decision to depart from Brescia while Nick talks about his squad's 2023 season and the imminent arrival of …

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Ep. 101, Jake Plant: Head WSOC Coach, UIW Cardinals 1:39:53

7M ago1:39:53

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Coach Jake Plant, Head WSOC Coach of The University of the Incarnate Word Cardinals, joins us LIVE. We look back at Coach Plant's first season at UIW after five seasons at Eastern Illinois University and look ahead to their upcoming Spring Season. Coach Plant tells us why he chose UIW and his thoughts after one year in San Antonio. We discuss his f…

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Ep. 100, The 3-Year Anniversary Show 1:34:35

7M ago1:34:35

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Three years in...WOW! The Podcast Team looks back at some of the memorable moments of 2023. Our all-star panel is joined by special guests, Shaun Soderling, former Head WSOC Coach of Brescia University and the Soccer Chat Podcast, as well as Jeff Organ, Founder of Texas Soccer Journal, who help us celebrate our second year of existence. Thank you t…

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STATE SEMIFINALS PREVIEW: Get Your Invasion Supplies And Let's Go! — Episode 175

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Your state semifinals pretzel-bender.By Greg Tepper

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Ep. 99, Emily Horvath: Head WSOC Coach, Austin Anderson Trojans 1:00:42

8M ago1:00:42

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Emily Horvath, Head WSOC Coach of the Austin Anderson HS Trojans, joins us LIVE. We discuss how the success at 5A prepped her squad for the jump to 6A in a brutal 26-6A that saw them make the state playoffs last year. Coach Horvath also talks about her journey as she enters her third season at the helm for the Trojans. She gives us insight into wha…

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REGIONAL FINALS PREVIEW: The Children Are Right To Laugh At You, Ralph — Episode 174

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Your regional finals effluvium.By Greg Tepper

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Ep. 98, Zane Barnes: Asst. MSOC Coach, Winthrop & Founder, Texas Soccer Network (TSN) 1:28:56

8M ago1:28:56

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Fresh from briefly joining us at the 2023 TASCO Convention, Coach Zane Barnes, Asst. MSOC Coach of Winthrop and Founder of Texas Soccer Network (TSN), joins us LIVE for a full episode. Coach Barnes discusses the successes and many lessons learned from the 2023 season and the optimism going into 2024, as well as coaching and the level of play in the…

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S4 E1, INSIDE #TXHSSOC: The Preview Show 1:10:06

8M ago1:10:06

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We're BAAACK! Back by popular demand, it's Season 4 of INSIDE #TXHSSOC. Founder and Host, Hector Cano is joined by High School Soccer expert and Co-Host, Coach Rafa Castorena of The San Antonio Soccer Roundtable Podcast and the newest member of The 50/50 Podcast Team, our College Recruiting Insider, Frank Corte. In this season's first episode, we p…

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REGIONAL SEMIFINALS PREVIEW: You Didn't Dumb It Down! You Said Rapport! — Episode 173

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Your regional semifinals gallimaufry.By Greg Tepper

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Ep. 97, Dirk Bennett: Head WSOC Coach, Eastern Illinois University 1:21:43

8M ago1:21:43

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Coach Dirk Bennett, Head WSOC Coach of the Eastern Illinois University Panthers, joins us LIVE. We look back at Coach Bennett's first season as a Head Coach and look ahead to their upcoming Spring Season. We discuss the impact of the Transfer Portal and COVID-19. Coach Bennett also gives us insight on what the level of play is like in the Ohio Vall…

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Cherry On: UIL State 2023 18:16

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FINALLY, it is time to celebrate and look back on the 2023 UIL State Marching Contest and understand why it was the best UIL State Marching Contest in History!