Varsity U.s.a. Podcast

Amarillo Globe-News sports reporter Shawn Moran joins A-J’s Stephen Garcia to discuss District 2-5A Division I play, which begins Thursday.

Plainview football coach Johnathon Haddock joins Avalanche-Journal reporter Stephen Garcia to talk about the Bulldogs’ first win. Garcia also looks back at Week 3.

First-year Littlefield football coach Jimmy Thomas joins Avalanche-Journal reporter Stephen Garcia to talk about the Wildcats’ season-opening win and his return to the sideline.  

Lubbock Avalanche-Journal sports editor Carlos Silva Jr. joins new reporter Stephen Garcia to discuss the upcoming high school football season and the top matchups in Week 1.

With four UIL and TAPPS area teams left, Lubbock Avalanche-Journal sports writer Alexis Cubit and KLBK sports director Ryan King discuss Post and Kingdom Prep playing for state championships this week. Dave Campbell Texas Football's Matt Stepp joins in the second part to give his input on Post's upcoming state title battle with Shiner.

Lubbock Avalanche-Journal preps writer Alexis Cubit and KLBK sports director Ryan King talk about the five remaining football teams in the area and their upcoming games. Post coach Michael Pittman joins in the second segment to provide insight on the Antelopes' second straight undefeated run heading into Thursday's Class 2A, Division I state semifinal game against Crawford.

Lubbock Avalanche-Journal preps writer Alexis Cubit and KLBK sports director Ryan King give an overview on the upcoming regular-season rematches, Coronado playing for a district title and Lubbock-Cooper's thrilling victory. Trinity Christian coach Kevin Spiller joins in the second segment to discuss the Lions' second-ever playoff win coinciding with the anniversary of his father's passing and facing off against district foe Lake Country again this week.

Lubbock Avalanche-Journal preps writer Alexis Cubit and KLBK sports director Ryan King talk discuss the remaining football and volleyball teams. Kingdom Prep coach Jeff Klein joins in the second segment to discuss the Warriors' Tuesday playoff game against Faustina and how they've fared this season.

After a busy week of high school sports, Lubbock Avalanche-Journal preps writer Alexis Cubit and KLBK sports director Ryan King highlight the latest happenings in cross country, volleyball and playoff football. Smyer second-year coach Scott Funke joins in the second segment to talk about the Bobcats' historic year, which includes securing the program's first playoff victory last Friday

Lubbock Avalanche-Journal high school Alexis Cubit and KLBK sports director Ryan King go over the upcoming playoff football playoff schedule. Jayton coach Josh Stanaland joins in the second segment to discuss the Jaybirds' district championship and how a stout defense will be key moving forward heading into the playoffs.

Lubbock Avalanche-Journal sports writer Alexis Cubit and KLBK sports director Ryan King preview some of the biggest Week 11 games in the area and discuss last week's district champions. Class 3A, Division II Idalou coach Jeff Lofton joins to talk about how the Wildcats have managed a perfect record and the preparation it's taken to get to this point leading into the regular-season finale against Roosevelt.

With Week Nine down, Lubbock Avalanche-Journal high school sports writer Alexis Cubit and KLBK sports director Ryan King discuss standout games and performances. Slaton coach Lawrence Johnson joins in the second segment to talk about the highs and lows of the Tigers' season, his first as the head coach and being the underdogs against Class 3A, Division I, No. 3-ranked Shallowater on Friday.

Lubbock Avalanche-Journal preps writer Alexis Cubit and KLBK sports director Ryan King discuss the latest happenings on and off the field during Week Nine of the football season. Lubbock Christian (HS) coach Chris Softley also joins to discuss his team's undefeated season so far and playing crosstown district foe Trinity Christian this week.

Lubbock Avalanche-Journal preps writer Alexis Cubit and KLBK Sports Director Ryan King break down some of the area's top performances from Week Seven of the football season and preview games for this coming week. After a big win over Midland High, Monterey coach Wayne Hutchinson joins in the second segment to discuss the ups and downs of the Plainsmen's first three weeks of the season and hosting Lubbock-Cooper this Thursday.

While several teams had an open week, Lubbock Avalanche-Journal preps writer Alexis Cubit and KLBK sports director Ryan King discuss standout performances from Week Six. Frenship coach Jay Northcutt joins in the second segment to discuss the Tigers' first win and now preparing to play Class 5A, Division II, No. 9-ranked Lubbock-Cooper this week following last year's 4OT thriller.

 Lubbock Avalanche-Journal preps writer Alexis Cubit and KLBK sports director Ryan King break down Coronado's 42-12 win over Frenship, what it means for both teams, Lubbock High's season-opening victory and other happenings from Week Six football action. Lubbock-Cooper coach Chip Darden gives an overview of his squad following an 18-0 season-opening win over Caprock and how the team is preparing for the upcoming battle against Coronado.

With a full month of football down, Lubbock Avalanche-Journal high school sports writer Alexis Cubit and KLBK sports director Ryan King go over the remaining unbeaten teams and discuss the latest happenings during Week Four action. Coronado coach Seth Parr gives a preseason overview of his team and all of the Plainview connections ahead of the Mustangs' season opener against fellow Plainview native Jay Northcutt and Frenship during the second segment.

Lubbock Avalanche-Journal preps writer Alexis Cubit and KLBK Sports Director Ryan King break down big performances on the gridiron from Week Three. Shallowater coach Bryan Wood also joins to discuss the Mustangs' 3-0 start and having to cancel Friday's game due to a player testing positive for COVID-19.

Lubbock Avalanche-Journal high school sports writer Alexis Cubit and KLBK sports director Ryan King break down football action from Week One and talk about the UIL Classes 5A and 6A as well as TAPPS teams getting started with fall practices on Monday. Borden County coach Trey Richey joins in the second segment to discuss Borden County having no positive COVID-19 cases, the Coyotes' season after two weeks and gearing up to play top-ranked Rankin on Friday.

Lubbock Avalanche-Journal preps writer Alexis Cubit and KLBK Sports Director Ryan King discuss the first week of football action and preview what's to come during Week Two. Sundown coach Adam Cummings also joins the show to talk about where his team is and what to expect heading into the Roughnecks' home clash against Sudan.