The 50/50 Podcast

Ep. 86, Jarrett Shipman: President, TASCO & Head WSOC Coach, Katy Tompkins

Jarrett Shipman, President of TASCO and Head WSOC Coach of Katy Tompkins High School joins us LIVE. We take an inside look at TASCO as an organization and the many things they have in the works for high school soccer coaches across the State of Texas. Coach Shipman also gives us a behind the scenes look at the upcoming TASCO Coaches Convention, November 16-18, 2023, in Galveston, Texas. Lastly, we examine how his Katy Tompkins program are using the end of last season's success to prepare for the upcoming 2024 season. An information-filled and entertaining show...Don't miss this exciting episode! 
 
[Originally Recorded 9-11-2023]

Ep. 85, Randy Waldrum: Manager, Nigeria WNT & Head WSOC Coach, Pitt

A MUST LISTEN: Fresh off his return from the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, Coach Randy Waldrum makes a return trip to the Pod. Coach Waldrum gives us an extensive breakdown of the exceptional performance of his Nigeria Super Falcons, as well as in-depth analysis of the Women's World Cup and his experience in Australia/New Zealand. We also discuss his thoughts on the USWNT, the current job vacancy for the Head Coach position for the USWNT, and his thoughts on soccer in America. Last but not least, we discuss Coach Waldrum's Pitt squad and their upcoming 2023 season and Coach Waldrum's recently launched, Coaches Community. A one-of-a-kind episode loaded with great information and many laughs...Don't miss this exciting episode! 
 
[Originally Recorded 8-22-2023]

Ep. 84, Alexandria Jackson: Head WSOC Coach, Blinn College

Coach Alexandira Jackson, Head WSOC Coach of the Blinn College Buccaneers, joins us LIVE. We discuss her first year at the helm as head coach of Blinn WSOC and what has her excited about the upcoming 2023 season. Coach Jackson also give us an extensive breakdown of the uniqueness of coaching and recruiting at the Junior College (JuCo) level, and how she believes it changing. We also talk the curent FIFA Women's World Cup. A great episode filed with tons of info and great laughs along the way. Don't miss this exciting episode! 
 
[Originally Recorded 7-30-2023]

Ep. 83, Andrew Green: Associate Head WSOC Coach, VMI

Coach Andrew Green, Associate Head WSOC Coach of the VMI Keydets, joins us LIVE. We take a look back at the 2002 season for the Keydets and how it helped prepared them for what should be a big turnaround season in 2023. Coach Green tells us about the uniqueness of coaching and attending a D-I military school like VMI, as well as the current college soccer landscape. An episode filed with great info and some good a laughs as well. Don't miss this exciting episode! 
 
[Originally Recorded 7-22-2023]

Ep. 82, Frank Corte III: The 50/50 Podcast College Recruiting Insider

Our newest member of The 50/50 Podcast Team, Frank Corte, College Recruiting Insider, joins us for the first time!  We discuss recent and upcoming projects and the launch of our official newsletter. We also discuss general college recruiting and our current "Film Focus" Timeline. Along with INSIDE #TXHSSOC Co-Host, Rafa Castorena, we cover a lot of ground on this one. An episode loaded with tons of great information and many laughs...Don't miss this exciting episode! 
 
[Originally Recorded 6-29-2023]

Ep. 81, Greg Smth: NSR-Texas, Area Director

Greg Smith, Area Director of NSR-Texas joins us LIVE. We discuss the recent major merger between College Promoters USA and National Scouting Report (NSR), and his new role as Area Director for NSR-Texas. Greg tells about the many things that led to the merger and the many amazing things NSR is doing and has planed. We also examine what this means for student-athletes and their families and why they should know this is a great thing! An episode loaded with tons of great information and many laughs...Don't miss this exciting episode! 
 
[Originally Recorded 6-1-2023]

Ep. 80, Travis McCorkle: Head WSOC Coach, Angelo State University

Coach Travis McCorkle, Head WSOC Coach of the Angelo State University Rambelles joins us LIVE. We look back at the 2022 campaign and 2023 spring season as the Rambelles prepare for their upcoming 2023 fall season. We also examine the sustained success Coach McCorkle has been able to have at ASU for over 15 years and the ongoing transformation they are experiencing with many facility upgrades.  Last but not least we look at the state of the game in both the high school and college soccer landscape. An episode loaded with tons of great information and many laughs...Don't miss this exciting episode! 
 
[Originally Recorded 5-22-2023]

S3 E15, INSIDE #TXHSSOC: The Champions - Celina HS (4A Girls)

INSIDE #TXHSSOC returns with Episode 15 and a special edition called "The Champions." Today we highlight 4A Girls State Champion, the Celina Lady Bobcats. We're joined by Head Coach Alexander Adams, and senior forward, Lexi Tuite, MVP of the 4A Girls State Final. Don't miss out on this special episode! #TXHSSOC #5050Pod
 
[Originally Recorded: 5-2-2023]

S3 E14, INSIDE #TXHSSOC: ”The Champions” - Katy Seven Lakes Spartans (6A Boys)

INSIDE #TXHSSOC returns with Episode 14 and a special edition called "The Champions." Today we highlight 6A Boys State Champion, the Katy Seven Lakes Spartans. We're joined by Head Coach Jimmy Krueger, and senior forward, Hunter Merritt, MVP of the 6A Boys State Final. Don't miss out on this special episode! #TXHSSOC #5050Pod
 
[Originally Recorded: 4-24-2023]

S3 E13, INSIDE #TXHSSOC: Championship Week - Day 4 & The Season Finale

INSIDE #TXHSSOC is proud to bring you Championship Week!! It's the final day of the State Tournament and we take an in-depth look at Day 4 along with a look back at the entire tournament and The Season that Was: The 2023 TXHSSOC Season. We're also joined by Coach Alexi Upton, Head MSOC Coach of the Sulphur Springs Wildcats, as he gives us his insight on his experience at the 2023 State Tournament. We wrap up by looking back at the success of the show and share our many thank yous to so many. Don't miss this absolutely loaded episode!
 
[Originally Recorded: 4-15-2023]