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Press Pass Sports

Craig Sperry & Kale Steed
Texas High School Football
High School Football
Volleyball
Texas Panhandle
District 25A
6-Man Football
Abilene High
Happy High School
Amarillo High
Nazareth
Tascosa
West Texas A&M
College Football
Palo Duro
Sid Miller
Luke Schmicker
Lance Lahnert
Canadian
VT Football
Ewing Sarcoma

A twice weekly podcast highlighting individuals and sports in the Texas Panhandle with Kale Steed of Press Pass Sports and Craig Sperry of the Happy Sports Network.

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West Texas High and Gruver are both one step away from the biggest stage in TXHSFB as they chase gold balls Thursday night. WT High will look to supply Hamilton with a large dose of Cayde Winters as they try for their first ever state finals appearan... more

West Texas High and Gruver both won Friday night and will advance to the state semifinals. West Plains saw a strong second half from Stephenville too much to overcome while Idalou hit the Wall in dropping state quarters game. Plus, WT held on late to... more

The state quarterfinals in TXHSFB has five area teams lookingn to move on. West Plains are heavy underdogs to Stephenville just as they were a year ago. Idalou gets a second chance at Wall. WT High will look to run by Cisco and Gruver/Stratford meet ... more

Regional semifinal action in the TXHSFB playoffs saw West Plains and Stratford roll while WT High and Gruver win tight ones. It's a full recap of all the playoff action with news and notes from all games impacting area teams. Plus, a recap of the Yel... more

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Recent Guests

Wade Wilson
Head coach of Bovina High School football team
Bovina High School
Episode: Bovina HC Wade Wilson Interview; Preview of the Regional Semifinal Action in TXHSFB
Matt Stepp
Football Insider at Dave Campbell's Texas Football
Dave Campbell's Texas Football
Episode: 2025 Playoff Preview; Matt Stepp of DCTF Interview; Who Could Make a Deep Run; 20 Girls Basketball Players to Watch
Ben Arbuckle
Offensive coordinator at the University of Oklahoma
University of Oklahoma
Episode: Week 6 TXHSFB Recap; PD, Shallowater, Claude Roll; Ben Arbuckle Interview; Bushland Hits 100
Lee Baker
A local sports legend and formerly a news anchor for Channel 7.
ABC 7
Episode: Episode 600 with Lee Baker; TXHSFB Week 6 Preview
Koby Otto
Former head coach at Amarillo High, with 38 years of coaching experience and multiple accolades in tennis coaching.
Amarillo High
Episode: Summer Spotlight Series with Koby Otto
Aaron Wampler
The brand new head football coach at River Road
Episode: Summer Spotlight Series with Aaron Wampler
Lexie Velasquez
Head coach for West Plains Softball
West Plains High School
Episode: Summer Spotlight Series with Lexie Velasquez
Bo Dickinson
New head football coach at Muleshoe High School
Muleshoe High School
Episode: Summer Spotlight Series with Bo Dickinson
Taylor Wiseman
All American discus and shot put thrower out of Childress, Texas, preparing to attend the University of Oregon.
University of Oregon
Episode: Summer Spotlight Series with Taylor Wiseman

Hosts

Kale Steed
Co-host and sports journalist focused on Texas athletic events, known for engaging storytelling and local insights.
Craig Sperry
Co-host and sports commentator known for analysis and local sports updates, bringing a balanced and thoughtful perspective.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • Diamond in the rough

    There are thousands of local sports podcasts across iTunes, but you’ll be hard pressed to find one that sounds as casual and conversational and unscripted as this one. The hosts truly love TX panhandle sports and it shows. They give local sports the media love and coverage that they deserve.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dzewde
    United States7 years ago
  • Classy guys! Great weekly updates!

    Love their podcasts! They are unbiased and bring the love to Texas Panhandle sports! Glad to see it growing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bmarkeer
    United States9 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the casual and unscripted nature of the discussions, often highlighting the hosts' genuine love for Texas Panhandle sports.
The show is celebrated for providing unbiased coverage and promoting local athletes, resonating well with the community.

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2025 Playoff Preview; Matt Stepp of DCTF Interview; Who Could Make a Deep Run; 20 Girls Basketball Players to Watch
Q: Is there another team up here in this area that you think could make a really long trip?
Matt mentions that he thinks Amarillo High could end up being a team of destiny after recent events and they have a favorable bracket this season.
2025 Playoff Preview; Matt Stepp of DCTF Interview; Who Could Make a Deep Run; 20 Girls Basketball Players to Watch
Q: What made you decide a few years back to start making this your annual visit up this way?
Matt expresses he likes to see as many games as possible in a short amount of time and enjoys attending double headers in the Amarillo area.
Episode 600 with Lee Baker; TXHSFB Week 6 Preview
Q: Does weather get way too much time?
Lee Baker acknowledges that weather coverage is prominent in local news and attributes it to effective marketing strategies.
Episode 600 with Lee Baker; TXHSFB Week 6 Preview
Q: When did you start being a sports reporter and a sports anchor?
Lee Baker shares his early career starting in Farmington, New Mexico, where he transitioned from radio to sports reporting after requesting to cover sports.
Summer Spotlight Series with Lexie Velasquez
Q: How much has West Texas A&M played a role in the area of softball?
Having that next door has been huge for girls to look up to with successful figures in the sport.

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This podcast focuses on sports and individuals within the Texas Panhandle region, providing listeners with in-depth discussions on high school and college sports. The hosts frequently recap games, highlight notable players, and engage with local coaches and figures, bringing a casual and conversational approach to sports commentary. Listeners can expect entertaining anecdotes, community engagement, and insights into the evolving landscape of sports in the area, making it a valuable resource for sports enthusiasts and participants alike.

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1. Wade Wilson
2. Matt Stepp
3. Ben Arbuckle
4. Lee Baker
5. Koby Otto
6. Aaron Wampler
7. Lexie Velasquez
8. Bo Dickinson

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