The 50/50 Podcast

S2 E2, INSIDE #TXHSSOC: State Playoffs Key Dates & The RPI Debut

INSIDE #TXHSSOC returns with an all new episode as Founder and Host, Hector Cano is joined by High School Soccer expert, Coach Rafa Castorena of The San Antonio Soccer Roundtable Podcast. In this episode we look at some of the surprises of the 2022 UIL season, both good and bad, as well as the upcoming UIL state playoff schedule and key dates. We also unveil the very first edition of the Rafa Power Index (RPI), where Rafa gives us his breakdown of the Top 25 Boys and Girls program across the state, regardless of classification. Don't miss out on this great episode! #TXHSSOC #5050Pod
 
[Originally Recorded: 3-13-2022]

Ep. 41, Gibbs Keeton: Associate Head WSOC Coach, Texas Tech

Founder and Host Hector Cano, is joined by Associate Head WSOC Coach of the Texas Tech Red Raiders, Gibbs Keeton. Coach Keeton gives insight into the culture of Texas Tech Soccer, what they look for in recruits, and what it takes to play there. He also discusses how COVID has made their program more unified and where the program is headed, as well as what we can expect from the Red Raiders as they adapt to playing in a new-look Big 12 Conference. An episode loaded in great information for all, don't miss this great episode! 
 
[Originally Recorded: 3-10-2022]

Ep. 40, Rudy Roediger: Head M/WSOC Coach, Talladega College

Coach Rudy Roediger joins us LIVE on Day Two of his selection as new Head Men's & Women's Soccer Coach of Talladega College. Coach Roediger discusses his plan to transform both programs, why Talladega was the right fit for him, and why recruits should consider Talladega College and the NAIA. Don't miss this exciting episode! 
 
[Originally Recorded: 3-2-2022]

Ep. 39, Kerwin Johnson: Head WSOC Coach, Texas Lutheran University

Six weeks in to his new role as Head WSOC of TLU, Coach Kerwin Johnson joins us LIVE. Coach Johnson discusses making the jump from being a club director to college soccer and why the timing was right. He also shares how TLU will look different under him, his work on the recruiting trail, and hosting the upcoming College Soccer Prospect ID Camp on March 6, 2022. A great listen for recruits, parents, and coaches! 
 
[Originally Recorded: 2-22-2022]

Ep. 38, Lance Key: Head WSOC Coach, Hardin-Simmons University

Coach Lance Key joins us on the very fresh heels of the announcement of his selection as the new Head WSOC Coach of Hardin-Simmons University. Coach Key discusses the unique situation of now being on the other end of one of the best Division III soccer rivalries in the country, replacing a program legend and good friend, Marcus Wood, and some of what we can expect from his new squad. Coach Key also discusses some of what he looks for in recruits. Don't miss this absolutely great episode! 
 
[Originally Recorded: 2-9-2022]

Ep. 37, Randy Waldrum: Head WSOC Coach, University of Pittsburgh & Nigeria Women’s National Team

Coaching legend, Randy Waldrum joins us LIVE! We discuss recruiting during a pandemic, the ongoing rise of his program, coaching the Nigerian WNT, and Texas High School Soccer and his support of the Texas Association of Soccer Coaches (TASCO). Don't miss this great episode! 
 
[Originally Recorded: 1-26-2022]

Ep. 36, Marcus Wood: Head WSOC Coach, Dallas Baptist University

Newly-named Head WSOC Coach of Dallas Baptist University, Marcus Wood joins us LIVE! Coach Wood discusses his longtime and legendary career at Hardin-Simmons University, why he decided to make the move, and what the future holds for his new squad. Don't miss this great episode! 
 
[Originally Recorded: 1-17-2022]

Ep. 35, Mark Carr: Head WSOC Coach, Oklahoma University

Happy New Year! Mark Carr, Head WSOC Coach of the Oklahoma Sooners joins us LIVE for our first episode of 2022. Coach Carr discusses the many lesson learned of the past season, coaching through COVID, and lays out some of the things he and his coaching staff look for when attending showcases. A must listen for recruits, parents, and coaches! 
 
[Originally Recorded: 1-6-2022]

Ep. 34, Bryan Hayman: Head MSOC Coach, Sterling High School

Coach Bryan Hayman of Sterling High School MSOC joins us for our final episode of 2021! We discuss the rebuild he is in the middle of constructing at Sterling, his role coaching club at San Jacinto United SC, and balancing both. Coach Hayman also gives us an inside look at squad's upcoming season. Don't miss this great episode! 
 
[Originally Recorded: 12-30-2021]

S2 E1, INSIDE #TXHSSOC: UIL Season Launch & Start of TAPPS District Play

Back by popular demand, it's a new season of INSIDE #TXHSSOC. Founder and Host, Hector Cano is joined by High School Soccer expert, Coach Rafa Castorena of The San Antonio Soccer Roundtable Podcast. In this season's first episode, we take a closer look at the start of the upcoming UIL season and examine some of the favorites and dark horses across the state of Texas. We also discuss the start of TAPPS district play and what to look forward to. Don't miss out on this great episode! #TXHSSOC #5050Pod
 
[Originally Recorded: 12-27-2021]