The 50/50 Podcast

Great friend and long-time colleague, along with new Head WSOC Coach of the University of Dallas, Jeremiah Narvaez, joins the Pod! We discuss his ongoing transition into his new role as Head Coach and what his summer looks like on the recruiting trail. Coach Narvaez also gives us an in-depth look at what it means to coach and attend/play at a D-3 institution and program. Don't miss this great episode! [Originally Recorded 6-10-2025]

We return with a special episode - The Coaches Panel, featuring Alex Adams, Head WSOC Coach of Timber Creek, Justin Johnson, Head WSOC Coach of San Antonio Churchill, and Alexi Upton, Head MSOC Coach of Royse City. Our 6A coaches join us to discuss their new roles and why they made the change. They also give us great insight into the interview and hiring process. We also discuss the state of TXHSSOC and the many changes that have taken place in the last year, along with a look at the Club game and College Soccer. Don't miss this exciting episode! [Originally Recorded 6-9-2025]

INSIDE #TXHSSOC returns for Season 5-Episode! Founder and Host, Hector Cano is joined by High School Soccer expert and Co-Host, Coach Rafa Castorena of The San Antonio Soccer Roundtable Podcast. We look back on Day 3 of the UIL State Championships in Georgetown, featuring 6A. We also look back at Region-by-Region breakdown of the Finals and how they did head to head. We wrap up with a great discussion on a historic weekend in Georgetown and a look back at a historic season of TXHSSOC. Don't miss out on this great episode of INSIDE #TXHSSOC! [Originally Recorded: 4-14-2025]

INSIDE #TXHSSOC returns for Season 5-Episode! Founder and Host, Hector Cano is joined by High School Soccer expert and Co-Host, Coach Rafa Castorena of The San Antonio Soccer Roundtable Podcast. We're LIVE from Georgetown as we look back on Day 1 and Day 2 of the UIL State Championships, featuring 4A and 5A. We also look back at the fresh breaking news regarding Highland Park and Liberty Hill in the 5A/D2 State Final. We also look ahead to the third and final day of the State Championships, featuring 6A. Don't miss out on this great episode of INSIDE #TXHSSOC! [Originally Recorded: 4-11-2025]

INSIDE #TXHSSOC returns for Season 5-Episode! Founder and Host, Hector Cano is joined by High School Soccer expert and Co-Host, Coach Rafa Castorena of The San Antonio Soccer Roundtable Podcast. In this episode we're joined by Dave Simeone, Director or Coaching Education for United Soccer Coaches, along with Winston Pool, Head WSOC Coach of Cedar Park and Jerson Carrasco, Head MSOC Coach of Klein Cain. Coach Simeone talks about the upcoming United Soccer Coaches blended Advanced National course, hosted by West Texas A&M, while both Coach Pool and Carrasco give us insight into their seasons and playoff experiences so far as they prepare for their upcoming State Championship matches. We wrap up with a look at the upcoming State Finals in Georgetown! Don't miss out on this great episode of INSIDE #TXHSSOC! [Originally Recorded: 4-6-2025]

INSIDE #TXHSSOC returns Episode 9 of Season 5! A great, great show today as Founder and Host, Hector Cano is joined by High School Soccer expert and Co-Host, Coach Rafa Castorena of The San Antonio Soccer Roundtable Podcast. In this episode we're joined by Matt Dickinson, Head WSOC Coach of defending state champion, Prosper and Rudy Moreno, Head MSOC Coach of Mesquite Poteet. Both coaches give us insight into their seasons and playoff experiences so far as they prepare for their Regional Final matchups versus FM Marcus and Dallas Highland Park, respectively. We then shift our focus to the State Playoffs where we look back on the madness of the Area and Regional Semifinal Rounds. We end with a look ahead with our Regional Final Spotlight. Don't miss out on this great episode of INSIDE #TXHSSOC! [Originally Recorded: 3-30-2025]

INSIDE #TXHSSOC is back with Season 5, Episode 8! It's another fabulous LIVE show as Founder and Host, Hector Cano is joined by High School Soccer expert and Co-Host, Coach Rafa Castorena of The San Antonio Soccer Roundtable Podcast. In this episode we're joined by Jason Adkins, Head WSOC Coach of Smithson Valley and Will Maloney, Head WSOC Coach of Lake Travis. Both coaches give us insight into their season and playoff experiences so far, as they prepare for Area Round matchups versus San Antonio Jay and San Antonio Taft, respectively. We then shift our focus to the State Playoffs where we discuss Bi-District chaos and highlight 12 upcoming Area Round matchups, along with 50/50 Podcast Contributor, Coach Steve Sanchez. Don't miss out on this great episode of INSIDE #TXHSSOC! [Originally Recorded: 3-23-2025]

INSIDE #TXHSSOC, returns with another fabulous LIVE show as Founder and Host, Hector Cano is joined by High School Soccer expert and Co-Host, Coach Rafa Castorena of The San Antonio Soccer Roundtable Podcast. In Episode 7, we're joined by Kevin Gomez, Founder of Yellow City Soccer and Coach Juan Romero of San Antonio Southwest MSOC. Kevin gives us insight into the genesis of the Yellow City Soccer and his dedicated coverage to TXHSSOC in the Panhandle Plains region, while Coach Romero discusses his squads fabulous season so far in preparation for the state playoffs. We unveil the latest installment of the RPI, highlight some key district races, and and wrap up with another set of our prestigious Teams of the Week Awards. Don't miss out on this great episode of INSIDE #TXHSSOC! [Originally Recorded: 3-12-2025]

INSIDE #TXHSSOC, returns with another loaded LIVE show as Founder and Host, Hector Cano is joined by High School Soccer expert and Co-Host, Coach Rafa Castorena of The San Antonio Soccer Roundtable Podcast. In Episode 6, we're joined by Coach Scott Davis of San Antonio Taft WSOC and Coach Peter Fargo of El Paso High School WSOC. We discuss their seasons and winning district titles along with their respective districts, regions and playoffs. We unveil the latest edition of the RPI, highlight some key district races, and and wrap up with our prestigious Teams of the Week Awards. Don't miss out on this great episode of INSIDE #TXHSSOC! [Originally Recorded: 3-9-2025]

INSIDE #TXHSSOC, returns with another loaded LIVE as Founder and Host, Hector Cano is joined by High School Soccer expert and Co-Host, Coach Rafa Castorena of The San Antonio Soccer Roundtable Podcast. In Episode 5, we're joined by Coach Michael Strong of Boerne MSOC and Coach Kyle Olson of Austin Northeast MSOC. We discuss their seasons so far along with their respective districts and regions. We also unveil our latest newcomers to the Dark Horse List and the release of our newest list, The Hidden Gem List! We wrap up the show by giving out Teams of the Week awards. Don't miss out on this great episode of INSIDE #TXHSSOC! [Originally Recorded: 2-2-2025]

INSIDE #TXHSSOC, returns with another loaded show and our first of 2025! Founder and Host, Hector Cano is joined by High School Soccer expert and Co-Host, Coach Rafa Castorena of The San Antonio Soccer Roundtable Podcast. In Episode 4, we're joined by Coach Emily Horvath of Austin Anderson WSOC and Rob Bledsoe of San Antonio O'Connor MSOC and Vice President of TASCO. We discuss their seasons so far along with our overview of Regions 3 and 4. We also unveil our latest edition of the RPI and our newest Dark Horse List candidates. We wrap up the show by giving out the first of our Game Ball and Teams of the Week awards. Don't miss out on this great and final episode of INSIDE #TXHSSOC for 2024! [Originally Recorded: 1-20-2025]

Garrett Kull, new Head WSOC Coach of the UTPB Falcons, joins us LIVE. Coach Kull gives us an inside look into the hiring process and why he felt the time was right to make the jump to UTPB. A college coach at multiple divisions and and former High School Coach, Coach Kull talks about his previous experience at both levels has prepared him for his new role. We also discuss the climate of the current college recruiting process and the portal, along with his take on the state of TXHSSOC. Don't miss this exciting episode! [Originally Recorded 12-29-2024]

INSIDE #TXHSSOC, returns with an another loaded show! Founder and Host, Hector Cano is joined by High School Soccer expert and Co-Host, Coach Rafa Castorena of The San Antonio Soccer Roundtable Podcast. In Episode 3, we're joined by Coach Lankford, Head WSOC Coach of Frisco Wakeland, along with our Region 1 and 2 overview. We then unveil the inaugural edition of "The Dark Horse List!" We wrap up the show by discussing some of our Top/Favorite moments of the 2023-2024 season. Don't miss out on this great and final episode of INSIDE #TXHSSOC for 2024! [Originally Recorded: 12-28-2024]

INSIDE #TXHSSOC, returns with an absolute loaded Episode 2. Founder and Host, Hector Cano is joined by High School Soccer expert and Co-Host, Coach Rafa Castorena of The San Antonio Soccer Roundtable Podcast. In this episode, we bring on a series of great guests in Jesse Tovar of Prep 1, Ricardo Guzman of the Allen Eagles Soccer Booster Club, and Coach David Bammel, Head MSOC Coach of Lake Travis and Tournament Director of the Austin Lakes Elite Showcase. We wrap up the show with the unveiling of the initial State RPI and look at the 2024 Champions Review. Don't miss out on this great episode! [Originally Recorded: 12-14-2024]

We're BAAACK! It's the return of INSIDE #TXHSSOC, Season 5. Founder and Host, Hector Cano is joined by High School Soccer expert and Co-Host, Coach Rafa Castorena of The San Antonio Soccer Roundtable Podcast and fellow 50/50 Pod Correspondent, Steve Sanchez. In this season's first episode, we preview our upcoming coverage and content for the 2024-2025 UIL and TAPPS Texas High School Soccer season. Don't miss out on this great episode! [Originally Recorded: 11-27-2024]

Eric Alonzo, Head WSOC Coach of the Irving MacArthur Cardinals, joins us LIVE from Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas, for the 2024 TASCO #TXHSSOC Coaches Convention.

Jerry Hurtado, 2024 TASCO Hall of Honor Inductee and Deer Park Head MSOC Coach, along with Bryan Hayman, Head MSOC Coach of Baytown Sterling, join us LIVE from Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas, for the 2024 TASCO #TXHSSOC Coaches Convention.

Todd Wheeldon, President-Elect of the Texas Association of Soccer Officials (TASO), joins us LIVE from Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas, for the 2024 TASCO #TXHSSOC Coaches Convention.

Rusty Oglesby, President of United Soccer Coaches and Head WSOC Coach of Hardin-Simmons University, joins us LIVE from Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas, for the 2024 TASCO #TXHSSOC Coaches Convention.

David Parks, Head MSOC Coach of the Crandall Pirates, joins us LIVE from Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas, for the 2024 TASCO #TXHSSOC Coaches Convention.

Perry Van Der Beck of the International Soccer School and International Soccer Symposium, joins us LIVE from Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas, for the 2024 TASCO #TXHSSOC Coaches Convention.

Alexi Upton, Head MSOC Coach of Sulphur Springs and friend of the show, joins us LIVE from Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas, for the 2024 TASCO #TXHSSOC Coaches Convention.

Fred Dikranian of the International Soccer School and International Soccer Symposium, joins us LIVE from Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas, for the 2024 TASCO #TXHSSOC Coaches Convention.

Stephen Mackey, Founder of 2 Words Character Development & The Texas Way, joins us LIVE from Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas, for the 2024 TASCO #TXHSSOC Coaches Convention.

Founder and Director of Casa Deportiva Cumbre Alta, Nate Taube, a professional club in the third division of the Ecuadorian soccer pyramid, joins us LIVE from Moody Gardens for the 2024 TASCO #TXHSSOC Coaches Convention.

It's a Special Edition Podcast as we have Breaking News from the UIL as Chris Bezner, President of TASCO and Head WSOC Coach of Wylie High School joins us LIVE. We unpack the major breaking news from the UIL to implement the "Mercy Rule," effective immediately for the 24-25 season. We also 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 Bezner also gives us a behind the scenes look at the upcoming TASCO Coaches Convention, November 21-23, 2024, in Galveston, Texas. An information-filled and entertaining show...Don't miss this exciting episode! [Originally Recorded 11-11-2024]

We're joined LIVE by Stefani Webb, SWA and Head WSOC Coach of the UT-Tyler Patriots! Coach Webb shares her thoughts and analysis on how her team's season performance so far and why she believes they are off to their best start to a season in program history. Coach Webb also shares her thoughts on what it's like to compete in the Lone Star Conference; regarded by many as one of the top three Division II conferences in the country. We ask her about her unique role as Senior Women's Administrator (SWA) and what that entails, as well as her thoughts on the current climate of college soccer and where it's headed. Lastly, Coach Webb shares her thoughts on TXHSSOC. This and so much more. A great information-filled and entertaining show with lots of laughs. Don't miss this exciting episode! [Originally Recorded 9-30-2024]

Brian Lee, Head WSOC Coach of the Rice Owls, joins us LIVE! Coach Lee shares his thoughts on how his team's season has gone so far and how he approaches non-conference versus conference play. We discuss how their only non-conference loss versus defending national champion, Florida State, has really helped them, as well as the personality and make up of this year's team. Coach Lee shares his thoughts on the many recent changes of college soccer and where it's headed, as well as his thoughts on TXHSSOC and the ongoing development of youth soccer athletes in Texas. This and so much more. A great information-filled and entertaining show. Don't miss this exciting episode! [Originally Recorded 9-25-2024]

We're LIVE with Elias Ramos, Head WSOC Coach of the McKinney Boyd Broncos. Coach Ramos helps us look back at the summer of soccer and his experience of presenting at the 2024 THSCA Coaching School. We discuss how last year helped prep his upcoming season this year and what has him excited about this upcoming season. He also gives us insight on what makes this year's team different from teams from the past. We also discuss where he believes TXHSSOC is headed after the recent major changes from the UIL, along with the many great benefits of TASCO as we look ahead to the upcoming convention in November. This and so much more. A great information-filled and entertaining show. Don't miss this exciting episode! [Originally Recorded 9-9-2024]

Derek Pittman, Head WSOC Coach of UTSA and Jake Plant, Head WSOC Coach of UIW join us LIVE for a very special episode as the highlight the historic announcement of their rivalry match that is scheduled for Sunday, August 18, 6:00pm, at the home of San Antonio FC, Toyota Field. Dubbed "The Battle of the Birds," or as we've labeled it, "The Toyota Field Takeover," we go back and forth with both coaches on how the match came to be, the buzz it is generating, and what it means to the San Antonio Soccer Community. A great show filled with great insight and laughs. Don't miss this exciting episode. [Originally recorded 8-5-2024)

Coach Bryan Hayman, USMNT Super Fan and Head MSOC Coach of Baytown Sterling, joins us for a special "Summer of Soccer" episode. We discuss a wild summer of soccer with Euro, Copa America, and USMNT Head Coach talk, as well as a look ahead at the upcoming Olympics and talk all things USMNT and USWNT. We also discuss TXHSSOC and the inaugural Division I/Division II format. This and so much more. A great information-filled and entertaining show. Don't miss this exciting episode! [Originally Recorded 7-19-2024]

We're LIVE with Jimmie Lankford, Head WSOC Coach of the reigning 5A Girls State Champion - Frisco Wakeland Wolverines. Coach Lankford is also the TASCO Region II Director. We look back at a wild summer of soccer with Euro, Copa America, and USMNT Head Coach talk. Coach Lankford give us an inside look at the tradition and culture of excellence that is Wakeland and what it's like handling expectations as a reigning state champion. We also discuss how TXHSSOC has changed and where he believes it is headed, along with the many great benefits of TASCO and his upcoming soccer coaches clinic in El Paso, hosted by TGCA. This and so much more. A great information-filled and entertaining show. Don't miss this exciting episode! [Originally Recorded 7-15-2024]

We're LIVE with new Head MSOC Coach of the San Antonio Brennan Bears, Collin Salyers. Coach Salyers takes us through the hiring process and how his unique situation in returning to his Alma Mater where he once played and started his coaching career, as an Assistant. Coach Salyers also shares how he knew he was ready for his first head coaching opportunity. We discuss what has him excited about his new program and his thoughts on TXHSSOC. We also dive into some Euro, Copa America, and USMNT talk. This and so much more. A great information-filled and entertaining show. Don't miss this exciting episode! [Originally Recorded 7-10-2024]

We're LIVE with new Head WSOC Coach of the Beaumont West Brook Lady Bruins, Austin Greenway. Coach Greenway takes us through the hiring process and how he know we was ready for his first head coaching opportunity. We discuss what has him excited about his new program and his thoughts on Region 3 and thier new district (19-5A) as they make the shift from 6A to 5A. This and so much more. A great information-filled and entertaining show. Don't miss this exciting episode! [Originally Recorded 6-29-2024]

Proud Partner, Alonso Ramirez, CEO of AR Shorts Photography joins us for Episode 113. Dubbed as "Behind The Lenses," we dive into a deep look at what it means to be a professional photographer covering soccer and sports. Alonso also gives us great insight into content creation and why it and a positive social media presence can help improve an athlete's opportunities during the college recruiting process. Alonso also gives us insight into where he believes the industry is headed. Don't miss this great show! [Originally Recorded: 6.19.2024]

EMERGENCY PODCAST EDITION: Join us for our very first Emergency Podcast episode as we discuss in depth the why, the meaning, and the potential impact of the UIL's historic decision made on 6.11.2024 to split all three classifications into a Division I and Division II format for the State Playoffs. [Originally Recorded On: 6.12.2024]

We're back with Episode 111 and this time we're proud to host our first-ever Athletic Coordinator/Head Football Coach, Kevin Hirst, of San Antonio MacArthur. Coach Hirst gives us insight into the world of an Athletic Coordinator and what the hiring process of a coach looks like from start to finish. We also look back on the year that was for MacArthur Athletics as Coach Hirst highlights the accomplishments of both the Boys and Girls soccer programs in 2023-2024. Don't miss this great episode! [Originally Recorded: 5.31.2024]

INSIDE #TXHSSOC returns for 14th and final episode on the 2023-2024 season with a special edition called "The Champions." Today we highlight the 6A Girls State Champion, Prosper Eagles and their first-ever state title in program history, as well as the 6A Boys State Champion, Katy Seven Lakes Spartans and their second consecutive state title. Don't miss out on this special episode! #TXHSSOC #5050Pod [Originally Recorded: 5-2-2024]

INSIDE #TXHSSOC returns with Episode 13 with a special edition called "The Champions." Today we highlight 5A Boys State Champion, Midlothian Panthers and their first-ever state title, along with the 5A Girls State Champion, Frisco Wakeland Wolverines and their 4th title in program history. Don't miss out on this special episode! #TXHSSOC #5050Pod [Originally Recorded: 4-30-2024]

INSIDE #TXHSSOC returns with Episode 12 and a special edition called "The Champions." Today we highlight 4A Girls State Champion, the Celina Lady Bobcats and their third consecutive state title, along with the 4A Boys State Champion, San Elizario Eagles and their 4th title in program history. Don't miss out on this special episode! #TXHSSOC #5050Pod [Originally Recorded: 4-24-2024]

INSIDE #TXHSSOC is proud to bring you Championship Week!! We look back at Championship Saturday and take an in-depth look at Day 4 along with a look back at the entire tournament and The Season that Was - The 2023-2024 TXHSSOC Season. We're also joined by Coach Jarrett Shipman, TASCO President and Head WSOC Coach of Katy Tompkins, as he gives us his insight on his experience at the 2023 State Tournament and some of the many things TASCO has in the works, along with some major changes that may be headed our way regarding UIL Soccer. We wrap up by looking back at some of the best moments and memories of the show and share our many thank yous to so many. Don't miss this absolutely loaded episode! [Originally Recorded: 4-14-2023]

INSIDE #TXHSSOC is proud to bring you Championship Week!! Coach Stephanie Sazo of TASCO and El Paso Del Valle is back with us again today as she gives us insight from her day covering matches in Georgetown, including crowning our second state champion during the 4A Boys Final. We preview the final day, Championship Saturday, with an inside look at our quadruple-header of finals (5A and 6A). Don't miss this absolutely loaded episode! [Originally Recorded: 4-12-2024]

INSIDE #TXHSSOC is proud to bring you Championship Week!! We're joined by Team Member, Steve Sanchez, gives us insight from his day covering matches in Georgetown. Then we're joined by Stephanie Sazo TASCO Region 1 Asst. Director and Head WSOC Coach of El Paso Del Valle, as she provides in depth analysis of the second half of Day 2 at Birkelbach Field, along with a look at Day 3 and the upcoming 6A Girls and Boys state semifinals. We also examine the upcoming 4A Boys Final between San Eli vs Boerne. Join us each day during the TXHSSOC State Tournament for your end of day wrap-up coverage. Don't miss this absolutely loaded episode! [Originally Recorded: 4-11-2024]

INSIDE #TXHSSOC is proud to bring you Championship Week!! We're joined by Alexi Upton, Head MSOC Coach of Sulphur Springs as we look in depth at Day 1 of the State Tournament with a look back at the 4A Girls and Boys state semifinals along with a look at Day 2 and the upcoming 5A Girls and Boys state semifinals. We also examine the upcoming 4A Girls Final between Celina vs Boerne. Join us each day during the TXHSSOC State Tournament for your end of day wrap-up coverage. Don't miss this absolutely loaded episode! [Originally Recorded: 4-10-2024]

Another great and absolutely loaded show! The INSIDE #TXHSSOC crew returns with Episode 7! It's another State Playoffs edition as we look back at the Regional Tournaments across the state and look ahead to the culmination of the TXHSSOC season with a State Tournament Overview. We're also proud to be joined by both Coach Michael Strong, MSOC Coach of Boerne and Kaitlyn Eidson, Head WSOC Coach of Katy Seven Lakes. Last but not least, we issue out our regular Game Balls & Team Sticker Awards. Don't miss out on this great episode! [Originally Recorded: 4.7.2024]

An absolutely loaded show! The INSIDE #TXHSSOC crew is back with Episode 6! It's a State Playoffs edition of the Pod as we look back at the first three rounds of the State Playoffs and the madness and chaos throughout. We're also proud to be joined by both Coach Bert Atilano of San Antonio Harlan MSOC and Jackson Vaerewyck of the Frisco Sports Networks. We issue out our regular Game Balls & Team Sticker Awards and We wrap up with an in-depth preview of some of the key matchups of the upcoming regional tournaments. Don't miss out on this great episode! [Originally Recorded: 4.3.2024]

Cole Ouren, Assistant WSOC Coach of the Baylor University, joins us LIVE. We look back at Baylor's 2023 fall season and ahead to their Spring and Fall 2024 seasons. He gives us great insight to the many great lessons learned after two years at Baylor and what has him and the Bears coaching staff about the future. We discuss Ouren's coaching journey from Club to NAIA, and D II to his current role at Baylor. We also have a great discussion on how recruiting has changed and is changing and the state of the college soccer game. Don't miss this great episode! [Originally Recorded 3-20-2024]

We're LIVE with David Johnson, Head MSOC Coach of the San Antonio Johnson Jaguars. We look back at their season so far and discuss winning a district title with two matches remaining in the regular season and what it means to his program and community. We also discuss competing in the highly respected District 28-6A and how that prepares them for the playoffs. Coach Johnson talks about the evolution of his program in his time at Johnson and their preparation and goals for the upcoming State Playoffs. A great information-filled and entertaining show with lots of laughs along the way. Don't miss this exciting episode! [Originally Recorded 3-14-2024]

The INSIDE #TXHSSOC crew is back with Episode 5! Coach Banning, Head WSOC Coach of Buda Johnson joins us LIVE. We take a look at Regions 3 and 4 and release the latest RPI State Rankings of the season, along with the latest unveiling of our Teams of the Week and Game Ball Awards, along with the introduction of a new award - our Coach of the Week. Don't miss out on this great episode! [Originally Recorded: 3.10.2024]

Coach Lucas Henderson, Head WSOC Coach of the Monmouth College Fighting Scots, joins us LIVE. We look back at Coach Henderson's 2023 fall season and he gives us great insight on the many great lessons learned after three years at Monmouth. We discuss what the life of a coach and player is at the Division III level and discuss the state of the games from Coach Henderson's perspective. We wrap up with what has Coach Henderson most excited about the future of his program and their goals. Don't miss this great episode! [Originally Recorded 3-4-2024]