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The Cavemen are going to do whatever it takes to snap their two-game losing streak as they perform in front of a CHS crowd at Ralph Bowyer Stadium. The Clovis Wildcats will make the trip after scoring 30 points against Centennial. The Cavemen have shown improvement over the course of the last two weeks. Will they take the next step before a bye week? Presented by Constructors Inc. Produced by All Sports Best

In this episode, Daniel Zuniga from Couch Potato Sports shares his journey into sports media, his insights on high school athletics in New Mexico, and the importance of sportsmanship and community in sports coverage. Presented by Albertsons Market Produced by All Sports Best Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Daniel Zuniga and Couch Potato Sports 01:48 Daniel's journey from sports fan to sports journalist 04:02 The modern sports media landscape and social media influence 07:59 Highlighting community pride through sports coverage 12:06 The significance of sportsmanship and athlete respect 15:54 Coverage of New Mexico high school athletics and travel challenges 22:02 Memorable athletes and moments in New Mexico sports history 30:07 Upcoming matchups and analysis of Volcano Vista vs Carlsbad 33:58 The importance of logistics and travel in high school sports 38:07 Closing thoughts and the future of sports media in New Mexico

The Carlsbad Cavemen hit a bump in the road in Week 4 with their only loss of the season. They look to bounce back against another top team in the state traveling over four hours to Carlsbad to play at Ralph Bowyer Stadium. The Volcano Vista Hawks are a strong, well-rounded team that will make the Cavemen's Week 5 game a big challenge.  Presented by Nick Walker of Edward Jones Produced by All Sports Best

The Carlsbad Cavemen have started the year out with a bang. Undefeated through the first three weeks and highly ranked, the Cavemen are ready to prove themselves on the road as they take on the Centennial Hawks in Las Cruces. Getting a win in Week 4 would put all doubt to rest on whether or not the Cavemen are the real deal. Presented by The Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce Produced by All Sports Best

The Carlsbad Cavemen have started off the year with an undefeated record through their first two weeks. Now they eyeball three in a row as they debut in front of a home crowd against the Lovington Wildcats. Dive into the Cavemen roster, get familiar with the starting lineup, and what to expect from their opponent in Week 3.  Ruben and Trey recorded this podcast in the CHS parking lot just behind the stadium. If you read this description, send us a message and you will get first access to the next hat drop before anyone else. Presented by the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce Produced by All Sports Best Chapters 0:00 A Look Back At 2-0 1:58 The Lovington Wildcats 6:30 Cavemen Offense 10:37 Cavemen Defense 15:26 Cavemen Special Teams 17:22 Improvements & Things To Keep

Luke Archuleta and Derrick Merkey had their hands full in week one with multiple cramps throughout the season opener. They give us their experience with the cramps they saw and the adjustments the Cavemen will make to the upcoming game against the Goddard Rockets. They breakdown the differences in this year's team as opposed to teams of the past, the changes they have seen since the team started "Feed the Cats," and what the best remedies to cramps. Presented by the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce Produced by All Sports Best

Braden Flores and Jaden Harper enter their senior year with a good feeling that they will build off of last year's success. Both of these athletes made big strides in speed over the summer which seemed to be the top focal point for the Cavemen in the offseason. Tonight, we get a view at how the hard work will pay off in Artesia against the Eddy County Rivals. Presented by the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce Produced by All Sports Best Photos for Thumbnail by Sax Shots Chapters 0:00 Cavemen Insider Intro 0:45 Cavemen Offseason 3:20 Team Mindset This Season 6:00 Senior Season 9:20 Taking A Look Back 11:00 Rapid Fire Questions 14:30 What To Look Forward To

The guys might have a lottery ticket problem after it hit a billion dollars again. Is there really any way that Shohei Ohtani was completely oblivious to the gambling situation? What are the manliest prepared foods ever? Jayden Daniels is ruining his own legacy after throwing a tantrum and Carlsbad travels to Artesia to kick off the season in a rivarly matchup. Presented by Constructors Inc Produced by All Sports Best Chapters 0:00 Life Updates 3:30 Jayden Daniels Is Hurt 10:08 The Betrayal of Shohei Ohtani 19:45 Lottery Intervention 26:00 Artesia vs Carlsbad 34:50 Manliest Prepared Foods

Jeremy Maupin has had major success since taking over as the head coach of the Artesia Bulldogs in 2021. Five state championship games, three state championship titles. He shares his journey from a player to a successful coach at Artesia, highlighting the community's culture, coaching philosophy, and game strategies. Discover how Artesia's football program emphasizes tradition, discipline, and multi-sport participation to build a winning team and community spirit. This year Artesia opens up their season at home against the Carlsbad Cavemen after finishing the 2025 season with a state title.  Chapters 00:00 Getting started with Jeremy Maupin 02:06 Journey from player to coach in Artesia 06:57 Developing new players and team culture 09:15 Team identity and adapting to new seasons 12:19 Life skills and values emphasized in football 21:21 Success in recent seasons and championship wins 27:13 Preparing for the first game against Carlsbad 30:51 The Artesia-Carlsbad rivalry and community spirit 37:40 Traditions and team identity, including helmet decals 42:02 Local dining recommendations and community insights Presented by Nick Walker of Edward Jones Produced by All Sports Best

Hannah Martinez is a softball player for Western New Mexico University in Silver City, New Mexico. She went to play there out of Carlsbad High School initially as a middle infielder, but as her career has progressed, she has played 3 different positions to help her team any way they see fit. She enters her 4th year of softball this spring after having success at the college level all 3 years. The NCAA ruled that Division 2 athletes will be granted 5 years of eligibility this summer which makes what would be her final year a potentially bigger opportunity! Presented by Albertsons Market Produced by All Sports Best Chapters 00:00 — Welcome Hannah Martinez 04:00 — Western New Mexico as a fit 08:00 — Extra year and college decisions 12:00 — Mental slump and recovery 16:00 — Team support and athlete life 20:00 — Defensive growth at third base 24:00 — Hitting approach and quality at bats 28:00 — Senior year goals 32:00 — Gear and equipment 36:00 — Advice and final thoughts

Ricci Woodard shares her inspiring journey from a successful high school athlete to a college coach and professional league head coach. She discusses the evolution of softball, coaching strategies, player development, and the exciting growth of the sport. Right now, Ricci has over 900 wins as a head coach in college softball and is in her first year as head coach of the Texas Volts in the AUSL. Presented by the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce Produced by All Sports Best Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Ricci Woodard’s impressive background 01:51 Winning tradition and its influence on coaching 04:00 Ricci’s journey from Carlsbad to college softball 08:47 The evolution of junior college softball 14:58 Memorable moments and career milestones 20:02 Recruitment, transfer portal, and player development 25:06 Managing the AUSL 29:59 Fan engagement and the growth of softball 35:01 The impact of NIL and future growth of the sport 39:56 Training, mobility, and player health strategies 44:59 Adapting as a coach over 27 years 49:57 Building staff and player relationships 54:03 Closing thoughts and future outlooks #texasvolts #softballpodcast #texasstatebobcats

In this episode, Nico Hamilton shares his journey from high school football in Texas to playing at Wyoming, highlighting the importance of mindset, training, and strategic decision-making in athletic success. He is one of the hardest working athletes that we know in a variety of ways. Keep an eye out for Nico as we expect him to shine for the Cowboys this football season! Presented by the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce Produced by All Sports Best Chapters 00:00 Nico's Intro 02:36 Texas Football Culture and Facilities at Lake Travis 05:20 Balancing Resources and Hard Work 07:12 Unique Training Methods and Body Control 09:12 Influence of Family and Early Athletic Mentors 11:15 High School Stats and College Interest 14:33 Choosing Wyoming: The Recruitment Journey 18:33 Experience at Wyoming and College Life 22:05 Adjusting to Wyoming's Climate and Environment 24:12 Upcoming Season and Personal Goals 26:20 Injury and Recovery Story 29:12 Running Style and Influences 31:41 Off-field Interests: Hair Cutting and Clothing Brand 38:52 Improvements in Football Skills and Training 46:06 Nutrition, Recovery, and Performance Optimization 49:44 Ultimate Goals and Advice for Aspiring Athletes

Faith Aragon left Carlsbad High School as a well-decorated athlete. She won two state championships and Gatorade Player of the Year among other district and all-state titles. After high school she took a journey through Division 1 Softball with stops at UTEP and New Mexico State University in her first 3 years before entering the transfer portal and signing to become a Nebraska Husker.  The NMSU all-time single-season strikeout leader joined the podcast to discuss things like mental health, training for a long season, NIL details, music preferences, and way more. Presented by Constructors Inc. Produced by All Sports Best

Todd Weldon started his baseball career in Carlsbad, New Mexico as an athlete for Carlsbad High School. He made a name for himself as a Caveman before moving on to college ball and eventually professional baseball. When his career as a player came to an end, he was called to coaching in many different ways before becoming the head coach for Wayland Baptist University. Five years in, he is making an impact on the program in more ways than just baseball. Presented by Nick Walker of Edward Jones Produced by All Sports Best Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Todd Weldon's High School Memories 01:36 College Baseball Journey and Draft Experience 07:01 Transition to Professional Baseball and Coaching 12:28 Coaching Career and Impact of Mentors 17:55 Becoming Head Coach at Wayland Baptist 24:51 The Influence of Coach Forney and Team Culture 28:09 The Legendary 'Loop' and Team Challenges 29:05 Faith, Purpose, and Giving Back in Coaching

In this episode, Steve Solorzano shares his journey from Las Cruces High to excelling in college baseball at New Mexico State before entering the transfer portal and selecting the University of Missouri. He discusses mental strategies, the transfer portal experience, and insights into baseball success after three incredible seasons of college baseball. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:06 High School Experience and Mental Resilience 06:14 Unique Mental Reset Techniques 08:56 Transition to College Baseball 11:52 Freshman Year Goals and Experiences 15:02 Arm Health and Position Changes 18:04 Comparing First and Third Base 21:03 The Transfer Portal Experience 22:53 The SEC Advantage in Baseball 25:14 Choosing Mizzou: A Family-Oriented Decision 27:30 Rivalry and Competition: The Las Cruces Experience 30:06 Building Relationships in Baseball 31:24 Las Cruces Culinary Favorites 32:46 The Importance of Cleat Choices 35:32 Advice for Aspiring Athletes 42:41 Looking Ahead: The MLB Draft and Future Goals