Those Guys Sports Podcast

Episode 20: Building a Standard-The Aaron Ocampo Story

🏡 Upbringing & Foundation 🐺 The Walk-On Journey at UNM 👨‍👦 Coaching Under His Dad 🎯 Becoming a Head Coach at 24 🏆 Building Success at Manzano 🚚 The Move from ABQ to Las Cruces 🏗️ Building Centennial from Scratch 📖 Culture, Leadership & Coaching Philosophy 🎙️ Legacy & Final Thoughts

Episode 19: Dawg Mentality - Inside the Bulldawg Culture with Coach Lopez

🐶 Where the Dawg Mentality Was Born Coach Lopez reflects on his days as a player and the early experiences that shaped his identity. 🎧 Trading the Helmet for the Headset The transition from player to coach, including early lessons and challenges starting out. 🌳 Built in the Shadows of a Legend His time learning under Coach Miller and the foundation of a winning program. 👑 From Assistant to Architect Stepping into leadership and taking ownership of the program. 🔥 The Standard Isn’t Given—It’s Enforced How he built and maintains a culture of discipline, accountability, and excellence. 🧠 The Mindset Behind the Mission His coaching philosophy and approach to developing young men beyond football. 📈 Earn Your Stripes the Right Way Advice and practical guidance for young coaches trying to grow and succeed.

Episode 18: Building the Blueprint: Coach Holguin Takes the Helm

🏈 High School Football Star 🎯 Transition to Coaching 🚚 Relocating and Success 🧠 Coaching Philosophy 🔥 Expectations for First Year as Manzano Head Coach

Episode 17: Coaching Interviews and NMSU Upgrades

* 🎤 Coaching Interview Experience * 🏫 High School Coaching Journey * 🧠 Lessons from the Interview Process * 🏟️ NMSU Press Box Investment * 💰 Program Funding & Upgrades * 📈 Impact on Recruiting & Culture * 🏈 FCS to FBS Moves * 🚀 Programs on the Rise

Episode 16: Turning the Tide/The Facio Formula

🏁 Coach Facio’s Beginning 🏈➡️📋 Transition from Player to Coach ⚖️ Challenges & Opportunities as a Coach 🏗️🤝 Building a Program & Rallying the Community 🔄🏀⚾🏈 Encouraging Multi-Sport Athletes 🧭👑 Developing Leaders 🏆🔥 Continued State Championship Aspirations