What 0-24 Taught Him About Coaching, Faith, and Resilience
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SHOW NOTES: Ty sits down with Coach Johnny Tusa for a wide-ranging conversation about a coaching career that began in the early 1970s and stretched across decades of Texas high school football. Coach Tusa shares the mentors, setbacks, and turning points that shaped his path, plus his perspective on how the game and the coaching profession have changed. He also talks about the value of football in building character, toughness, and life skills. In this episode: What first inspired Coach Johnny Tusa to pursue coaching Playing quarterback in the Wing T at just 14 years old—and taking...
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Gulf Coast Sports Show 090426
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Gulf Coast Sports Report 090426 Season 17, Episode 4 Hosts: Mike Forman and Chris Doelle Week 1 Reviews & Analysis • Cuero vs. Yoakum: Cuero won a hard-fought game despite committing 3–4 turnovers and missing two fourth-down attempts. Shiner-transfer Jarvis Williams shined for Cuero with an 80-yard touchdown catch on the first play and a kickoff return TD. Day Bonner added ~12 receptions and a touchdown. Yoakum showed strong promise for Region 4 contention despite an inexperienced offensive line. • Ganado 49, Tidehaven 6: The scoreboard suggested a blowout, but Tidehaven stayed...
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Why Great Coaches Matter More Than Talent in South Texas Football
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Show Notes: In this episode, we cover the 1963 Miller Buccaneers title run, Ingleside’s early 1960s playoff teams, Jim Slaughter’s transformation of Corpus Christi Carroll, and Ricardo Sandate’s long baseball career and Hall of Fame induction in Monterrey. The conversation also connects those old programs to recent South Texas games and the idea that legacy still matters. Key topics include: • South Texas sports memories & legends • Ricardo Sandate’s Mexican League career • 1963 Miller Buccaneers championship • Early 1960s South Texas football powerhouses •...
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A Conversation about the PAPF
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A Conversation about the PAPF Season 7 Episode 2 SHOW NOTES: The Previous Athletic Participation Form (PAPF) is an important part of the UIL eligibility process for Texas student-athletes transferring between schools. Dr. Jamie Harrison, Ray Zapeta, and Joel Nolte break down what the PAPF is, how it fits into the eligibility process, and why honesty and transparency are critical when completing the form. The conversation also explores recent changes to the PAPF, hearing procedures, timing concerns, and what first-year coaches need to know before the school year begins. TOPICS COVERED...
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Yoakum Bulldogs Athletics Show 090426
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Yoakum Bulldogs Athletics Show 090426 Season 1, Episode 2 brought to you by Chris Doelle sits down to discuss Yoakum Bulldogs Athletics with their Athletic Director, Bo Robinson. SPONSORSHIP: If you'd like to find out how to sponsor an upcoming episode, and we get you out there!
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Third Coast Gridiron 090426
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Third Coast Gridiron 090426 Season 7, Episode 2 Marc Henry gives you all the scoop - everything you need to know about Houston area high school football. Twitter: Subscribe on these great podcasting platforms: Call the fan feedback line 713-568-6361 and let us hear what you have to say!
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Calallen Football Show 090226
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Beyond the Review... Why ARC Reading Feels Like Treasure
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Last week’s episode covered the practical side of ARCs. This week, we flip the script and explore the unexpected joy of becoming an ARC reader yourself. From social-media ARC communities to discovering talented indie authors you might never have found otherwise, early reading can feel a little like treasure hunting. Not every book will be a gem—but every once in a while, you open one and think, Where has this been hiding? We’ll talk about why readers join ARC communities, the surprising books I’ve discovered along the way, and why honest early readers play such an important role in...
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ARC Readers Demystified
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SHOW NOTES: What exactly is an ARC, and do you actually need one? In this episode, Inger E. Johnson breaks down Advanced Reader Copies from the ground up — no hype, no pressure, just clear, practical information from someone who recently ran her first ARC campaign for her debut novel Veiled Halos. You'll learn what ARCs are (and what they aren't), the difference between digital and physical copies, how to choose a delivery platform, when to send your ARCs, who to target, how to track and follow up with your team, and the ethical rules every author should follow. Inger also...
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Huntsville Football 090226
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Huntsville Football 090226 Season 2, Episode 2 brought to you by Chris Doelle sits down to discuss Huntsville Football with their head coach, Todd Moebes. SPONSORSHIP: If you'd like to find out how to sponsor an upcoming episode, and we get you out there! Call the fan feedback line 713-568-6361 and let us hear what you have to say!
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Season 17, Episode 4
Hosts: Mike Forman and Chris Doelle
Week 1 Reviews & Analysis
• Cuero vs. Yoakum: Cuero won a hard-fought game despite committing 3–4 turnovers and missing two fourth-down attempts. Shiner-transfer Jarvis Williams shined for Cuero with an 80-yard touchdown catch on the first play and a kickoff return TD. Day Bonner added ~12 receptions and a touchdown. Yoakum showed strong promise for Region 4 contention despite an inexperienced offensive line.
• Ganado 49, Tidehaven 6: The scoreboard suggested a blowout, but Tidehaven stayed competitive until late. Ganado looked remarkably sharp, particularly on special teams. A young, physically large Tidehaven squad struggled with critical dropped passes and turnovers.
• Rockport-Fulton 28, Goliad 0: Rockport-Fulton’s wing-T/slot-T offense delivered a surprising shutout victory.
• George West 40, Refugio 0: Refugio was held under 100 offensive yards in a shocking shutout loss. Refugio played without injured starting quarterback Matthew Perez and is currently battling a severe lack of roster depth.
• Shiner vs. Industrial: Shiner dominated and "thrashed" Industrial, setting up an anticipated regular-season collision with Ganado.
• Bloomington vs. Woodsboro: Bloomington logged an impressive high-scoring win.
Week 2 Outlook & Matchups
• Cuero at La Vernia: A physical road test for Cuero's explosive offense against a strong, run-heavy La Vernia slot-T team.
• Victoria East vs. Victoria West ("Crossroads Clash" / "Battle of the Boot"): West is favored on paper, but the emotional energy of this classic local rivalry is expected to bring out the best in both healthy squads.
• Boling at Ganado: Mike Forman will cover this game live. Boling’s wing-T offense presents a highly physical matchup challenge for Ganado's defense.
• Edna at East Bernard: East Bernard enters the game reeling from a local community tragedy where a young girl was killed in an accident, yet they remain highly competitive after defeating Sweeney.
• Mexico City at Calhoun: A unique international matchup set up by Calhoun head coach Stephen Herzer via his past Cal Allen connections.
• Flatonia at Louise: A test for Louise under high-energy, strength-focused head coach Cameron Ma.
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