Episode 135: CE King Head Coach Cory Laxen

Episode 135: CE King Head Coach Cory Laxen

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2022857/fan_mail/new] Welcome to Episode 135 of the Texas HS Football Podcast with host Taylor Arenz. To kick off the season, Taylor sits down with C.E. King head football coach Cory Laxen. They discuss his journey into coaching, his experience helping build championship teams, and what ultimately brought him to C.E. King. Coach Laxen also reflects on last season’s historic run to the UIL State Championship game. He shares insight into the culture inside the Panthers program, offseason development, leadership, and what excites him most about the future of C.E. King football. From building meaningful relationships with players to preparing for another major season, this episode gives fans an inside look at one of Texas high school football’s rising programs.

Episode 134: RB Kaegan Ash; QB J'Coryon Rivers; QB Trey Wright

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2022857/fan_mail/new] The Texas High School Football Podcast Episode 134 Week 15 of the Texas High School football season and it the Semifinals of Playoffs! We are down to four teams in each division fighting for their chance to head to the State Championship in AT&T Stadium. This week Taylor has three guests that are all still fighting for a chance to head to the State Championship!  Kicking off Episode 134 is Mount Enterprise running back and Texas Tech commit Kaegan Ash, who is in the middle of one of the most remarkable seasons Texas high school football has ever seen. He just broke the single season rushing yards records that from 1953! A 72-year-old record! Kaegan talks about the record and his strong belief that the record is the teams as he did not do it alone. He also talks about the teams undefeated run, the mindset behind his team’s success, and what it felt like to break a state record that stood for more than seven decades. He shares the story behind his work ethic, the teammates who helped shape this historic year, and the lessons he’s learned from playing in a small but powerful program. Taylor and Kaegan dive into last week’s thrilling playoff win, the emotions of his senior season, and the memories he’ll carry long after high school. Kaegan also talks about his commitment to Texas Tech and what excites him most about the next chapter.  Then, Duncanville quarterback J’Coryon Rivers joins the show for a deep dive into his senior season, his sudden rise into the starting role, and the Panthers’ push toward another state title run. Taylor and J’Coryon talk about stepping into leadership late in the year, the lessons he’s learned from legendary head coach Reginald Samples, and the moments that shaped Duncanville’s playoff run, including that statement win over Waxahachie and the perfectly placed touchdown strike right before halftime. J’Coryon opens up about team chemistry, personal growth, the emotions of senior year, and what excites him most about the semifinal matchup against Allen. A thoughtful, competitive, and composed leader, J’Coryon gives us an inside look at what makes Duncanville football different. Finally, Taylor talks with Frisco Lone Star breakout sophomore quarterback Trey Wright, who has quickly become one of the most exciting young players in Texas high school football. Trey opens up about what it’s like stepping into the spotlight at such a young age, how he’s grown into the role of QB1, and the offseason work that helped him build the chemistry and confidence driving Lone Star’s undefeated run. Taylor and Trey talk through the team’s identity and the fuel behind their success. Trey breaks down last week’s explosive regional win over Highland Park, reflects on his favorite moments from the regular season, and looks ahead to a massive state semifinal matchup. He also shares what he’s learned about himself this year and gives meaningful advice to younger athletes following in his path.

Episode 133: RB Johnny Hebert; WR Tripp Davis

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2022857/fan_mail/new] The Texas High School Football Podcast Episode 133 Week 14 of the Texas High School football season and it is Round 4 of the Playoffs!  This week Host Taylor Arenz sits down with one of the most productive running backs in the entire country Strake Jesuit star and University of Houston commit Johnny Hebert. Johnny reflects on a remarkable high school career that includes more than 3,500 rushing yards in a single season and another dominant senior year, all while balancing the academic rigor of Strake Jesuit. He talks about growing up in a competitive house with five brothers, developing his drive and discipline, and how faith, family, and academics have shaped who he is on and off the field. Taylor and Johnny dive into his recruiting journey, why UH felt like the perfect fit, and what it meant to stay home and represent Houston. With Strake Jesuit’s season complete, Johnny opens up about the emotions of closing this chapter, the moments he’ll carry with him, and the teammates who helped make his success possible. Then Taylor chats with Barbers Hill senior wide receiver Tripp Davis, one of the most explosive playmakers in Class 5A. Tripp has been a go to target all season long, stacking up more than 1,200 yards and 16 touchdowns heading into the regional finals and he brings that same big play energy to this conversation. Taylor and Tripp dive into Barbers Hill’s wild 34–31 overtime win over Pflugerville Weiss, a game that included a long weather delay, huge momentum swings, and a fourth-quarter comeback that won’t be forgotten anytime soon. Tripp walks through his clutch plays including his 44-yard catch-and-run and his fourth-quarter touchdown and shares what it felt like for the Eagles to rally from 10 down and punch their ticket to the next round. The two also talk through senior-year emotions, the bond he’s built with quarterback Brady Barrier, favorite moments from the regular season, and the team chemistry that’s powering this playoff run. Tripp opens up about the leadership role he’s taken on, what he’s learned this year, and what he hopes younger players take away from watching him. Take a listen to Episode 133

Episode 132 WR Ethan 'Boobie" Feaster; QB Angelo Renda

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2022857/fan_mail/new]  This Episode we are heading into the half way point of the Texas High School football playoffs, the part of the postseason where every team left has earned the right to be taken seriously. No warmups, no tune-ups, no easy outs and it is Thanksgiving week the team left fighting for a visit to AT&T are relishing in the fact they get to practice on Thanksgiving.  In honor of Thanksgiving we want to take a moment to thank all of you for the support and listening! We do not take it for granted and appreciate all of you for listening and supporting!  This week Host Taylor Arenz talks with two players from two of the biggest powerhouse teams in the state!  Kicking it off is with DeSoto star wide receiver Ethan “Boobie” Feaster. Boobie shares how football became his passion, the story behind his nickname, and why reclassifying was such a major decision for him academically and personally. We dig into DeSoto’s big win last week, how the team redeemed last year’s loss to Longview, and how this offense has come alive at the perfect time. They also talk about the DeSoto community, the people who support him, and what being part of this city means to him. Ethan reflects on the emotions of his final high school season and closes with powerful advice for younger athletes chasing the same dream. Then, Taylor chats with the young man at the helm of the almighty Southlake Carroll Dragons, Quarterback Angelo Renda. Angelo opens up about the mindset behind a 12–0 run, handling the spotlight that comes with playing quarterback at Southlake Carroll, and how he approaches leading a powerhouse program. They dive into the explosive offensive performances that have defined their year, including last week’s statement playoff win, and look ahead to the highly anticipated regional matchup against Prosper. Angelo shares the lessons he’s taken from Coach Riley Dodge, what makes this team so connected, the habits that fuel his success, and the memories he’ll hold from his senior year. He reflects on his recruiting journey and closes with meaningful advice for young quarterbacks chasing the same dream.

Episode 131 DB Jorian Guinn Jr.; RB Jaxon Haire

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2022857/fan_mail/new] This week on The Texas HS Football Podcast Episode 131 Host Taylor Arenz sits down with Pflugerville Weiss senior Jorian Guinn Jr., one of the top defensive leaders in Central Texas and the heartbeat of a Wolves team that just pulled off one of the wildest playoff comebacks of the season. Taylor and Jorian talk through his senior year emotions, how fast this journey has flown by and Jorian walks us through that unbelievable second half against La Porte including the game changing blocked punt and scoop-and-score that tied it up and gives real insight into the mindset and toughness behind Weiss’ success. Then, Taylor chats with Sulphur Springs senior playmaker Jaxson Haire, the heartbeat of an offense that just powered the Wildcats through a huge Week 11 win over Panther Creek and a dominant first-round playoff victory. Jaxson breaks down his senior season, the growth that led to more than 1,200 yards and 16 touchdowns, and what it’s been like leading this team during such a special year. It’s a fun, genuine conversation about leadership, belief, and what it takes to shine under Friday night lights. Take a listen!