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Press Pass Sports

Craig Sperry & Kale Steed
Texas High School Football
Texas Panhandle
High School Football
Volleyball
College Football
West Texas A&M
Texas Tech
Football
Gruver
Volleyball Playoffs
Cross Country
West Plains
Amarillo
Bryson Daily
Coaching
Softball
Nazareth
West Texas A&M University
High School Basketball
Amarillo High

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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Latest Episodes

We have a full recap of week 3 of the TXHSFB season. Palo Duro made a statement in their win over Tascosa, Slade Russell is unstoppable, Shallowater rallied for a big win and Dimmitt and Vega stay unbeaten. Laney Jones leads Canyon to big five set wi... more

It's week 3 of the TXHSFB season and we take a look at the big games and intriguing matchups including Tascosa vs. Palo Duro, Seminole at West Plains and Dalhart at Panhandle. A full look at all the games going on in the Texas Panhandle and South Pla... more

Week 3 of the TXHSFB season was littered with big games. Tascosa survived in the final seconds against Canyon, Lubbock Cooper Liberty rolled Frenship, Panhandle made a statement against Stratford and McLean rallies for a big victory. We've got all th... more

Week 2 of the #TXHSFB season is here as Amarillo High draws another big matchup. Can Palo Duro bounce back after last weeks loss? The small school schedule is loaded with big matchups including Stratford/Panhandle and Gruver/Spearman. WT hits the roa... more

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Recent Guests

Lance Lahnert
Hall of Famer, football analyst
Press Pass Sports
Episode: 2026 Football Preview Show with Lance Lahnert
Coby Beckner
Texline head basketball coach
Texline Public Schools
Episode: Summer Spotlight Series with Texline HC Coby Beckner
Stacy Ward
Assistant Coach at River Road High School, 29-year coaching veteran
River Road High School
Episode: Summer Spotlight Series with Stacy Ward
Kevin Bleil
West Texas A&M offensive coordinator
West Texas A&M University
Episode: Summer Spotlight Series with WT OC Kevin Bleil
Rebekah James
Randall XC coach
Randall High School
Episode: Summer Spotlight Series with Rebekah James
Adam Cummings
New executive director of schools and leadership for CISD
Canyon ISD
Episode: Adam Cummings Talks About His New Role at CISD
Brendan Hausen
Basketball guard, notable college career across multiple programs including Villanova, Kansas State, and Iowa; NCAA tournament participant
College basketball athlete
Episode: Brendan Hausen Interview; Coaching News
Clint Brakebill
Former sports director at KAMR, KCIT; transitioned to communications director at ANA ISD
KAMR/KCIT; ANA ISD
Episode: Clint Brakebill Interview
Collin Bishop
Former Trinity University quarterback and Childress Allstate quarterback
Trinity University
Episode: Special Holiday Interview with Collin Bishop

Hosts

Kale Steed
Host of Press Pass Sports
Craig Sperry
Co-host, Happy Sports Network

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 39 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 States8 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 States10 years ago

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Engaging hosts with strong community pride and frequent guest insights.
Energetic and data-informed coverage with memorable anecdotes.
Casual, conversational, and deeply local to the Texas Panhandle.
Unbiased and dedicated to giving local sports coverage its due.

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Summer Spotlight Series with Texline HC Coby Beckner
Q: Who is Coby Beckner that people don't see off the court?
He describes himself as more than a tough coach; off the court he is grateful, generous, and deeply connected to family, students, and the broader basketball community, always aiming to mentor and uplift others.
Summer Spotlight Series with WT OC Kevin Bleil
Q: What's your view on the transfer portal and how it affects your program?
Bleil discusses it as an evolving landscape where data and information help, but decision-making must always consider the players' best interests and long-term development.
Summer Spotlight Series with WT OC Kevin Bleil
Q: How do you balance recruiting with adapting your scheme to fit the players you have?
He explains there is a balance between targeting players who fit the system and being flexible enough to adjust the offense to maximize the strengths of the roster, including potential shifts year to year.
Summer Spotlight Series with WT OC Kevin Bleil
Q: When did you officially arrive at Canyon and start integrating with the WT staff?
Bleil notes he arrived officially in February and immediately began recruiting and getting to know the campus and facilities while aligning with the WT staff's momentum.
Brendan Hausen Interview; Coaching News
Q: What advice would you give to young athletes in Amarillo about balancing high school dreams with the realities of college basketball and the business side of the sport?
Brendan emphasizes playing multiple sports, hard work, family support, humility, and consistency, noting that success comes from showing up every day, embracing adversity, and prioritizing team over individual goals.

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This show centers on Texas Panhandle sports with a casual, data-informed tone, covering high school through college athletics, plus regional events and personalities. Episodes blend on-field scouting, coaching changes, and community stories, often featuring long-form conversations with coaches, athletes, and local professionals. A standout is the deep regional focus—fans get rich context on local programs, rivalries, and development pipelines, delivered with warmth and approachable banter.

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1. Lance Lahnert
2. Coby Beckner
3. Stacy Ward
4. Kevin Bleil
5. Rebekah James
6. Adam Cummings
7. Brendan Hausen
8. Clint Brakebill

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