Coach Charles Millar joins this week's Cavemen Insider to dissect the tough district loss to Eldorado on the road. We cover the thought process for special teams, bouncing back in district, and what might have been the most confusing play we've seen all year... The Cavemen are prepared to take on the Organ Mountain Knights from Las Cruces.
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The Carlsbad Cavemen take the long road to Albuquerque for the first and only time during the regular season. They will take on the Eldorado Eagles after beating Clovis down by 40 points. Eldorado comes into this game with strong momentum and a restful bye week.
This should be a good one. Grab your popcorn for this week's matchup.
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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?
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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!
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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
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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.
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Produced by All Sports Best
Chapters
00:00 Welcome
01:43 Journey to UTEP and College Experience
03:05 Balancing Sports and Academics at NM State
07:50 Decision to Transfer to Nebraska
10:06 Signing at Nebraska
13:40 Connection with Team & Mental State
18:58 Transfer Process and Confidence
23:31 NIL Opportunities and Experiences
27:22 Physical and Mental Endurance in Pitching
30:03 Training, Recovery, and Gear Tips
36:06 Memorable Moments & Advice
40:41 Music Preferences for Different Moments
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
Javi Delgadillo shares his journey from college golf to professional aspirations, revealing insights into mental strategies, course management, and the realities of Q school. Perfect for aspiring golfers and fans of the sport looking to understand the grind and mindset needed to succeed.
Presented by the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce
Produced by All Sports Best
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Javi Delgadillo
00:52 Celebrating the Conference USA Championship
03:07 The Mental Game of Golf
05:56 Navigating Tournament Pressure
08:47 Preparation for Unfamiliar Courses
11:54 Representing El Paso in Golf
14:48 The Journey into Competitive Golf
17:50 Top Golf Courses in El Paso
21:04 Growth from Freshman to Senior Year
24:24 Transformative Weight Loss and Its Impact on Performance
27:12 Training Regimen: The Grind of College Golf
30:02 Mental Strategies for Competitive Golf
31:11 Memorable Rounds: The Art of Reflection
34:36 Rivalries and the Competitive Spirit in Golf
39:08 Overcoming Challenges: Mental Resilience in Golf
41:01 The Importance of Team Identity and Gear
45:44 The Impact of Golf Rules on Play
48:00 Aiming for Q School Success
52:21 Understanding Q School and Its Challenges
57:40 The Journey to the PGA Tour
01:08:13 Essential Tips for Amateur Golfers
In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Kayden Henry, a Texas Longhorns softball star and two-time champion, sharing insights on her championship moments, team dynamics, and the growth of women's college softball. As a fun bonus, her mother joined the podcast as well to give us insight on the fan support, superstitions, tailgating, and stress that comes with being a D1 parent.
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Produced by All Sports Best
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Celebrating Championships
06:00 The Championship Home Run
08:53 Team Bonding and Overcoming Adversity
12:03 Comparing College Softball Eras
14:54 Fan Support and Road Trips
17:59 Pregame Routines and Team Dynamics
20:58 Experiencing the Women's College World Series
24:06 Life Between Games and Family Time
26:49 Coaching and Team Culture
29:48 Passion for Softball and Family Legacy
30:38 The Journey of Sports and Passion
33:01 Balancing Sports and Avoiding Burnout
34:30 Overcoming Challenges in Competition
35:32 Support Systems in Sports
38:04 Proud Moments and Personal Growth
40:22 Roots and Connections to Carlsbad
41:53 Navigating High School and Competition
44:07 Team Dynamics and Personalities
48:02 Off-Season Training and Breaks
48:59 Pride in Achievements and Future Goals
Samy Natera Jr. shares his journey from Juarez to the big leagues, including his debut with the Los Angeles Angels, his experiences in international play, and advice for aspiring athletes.
Samy was a force at New Mexico State University before getting drafted by the Los Angeles Angels. He was called up to the MLB team to play alongside Mike Trout on June 5, 2026 and has seen incredible support from the whole country of Mexico!
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Produced by All Sports Best
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Samy Natera Jr.
03:06 The Big League Debut Experience
05:59 Journey from Juarez to New Mexico State
09:00 Overcoming Challenges and Injuries
12:01 Playing for Team Mexico in the World Baseball Classic
15:13 Life as a Minor Leaguer
17:53 Transitioning to the Big Leagues
21:05 Advice for Young Athletes
23:57 Personal Connections and Support
27:07 Gaming and Downtime as a Player