Three CHS wrestling athletes (Ellianna Campos, Arianna Campos, and Sophie Westfall) share their personal journeys into wrestling, the challenges they face, and the camaraderie they experience as teammates. The conversation dives into the mental and physical aspects of the sport, including confidence building, match preparation, nutrition, and the importance of technique over strength. As they prepare for the upcoming state tournament, the wrestlers discuss their goals and aspirations, highlighting the dedication and hard work that goes into their training.

Presented by Nick Walker of Edward Jones

Produced by All Sports Best

00:00 Introduction to the Cave Girls Wrestling Team

01:01 How They Got Started in Wrestling 03:09 The Grind and Team Chemistry

04:10 Building Confidence Through Wrestling

05:38 Mental Preparation for Matches

06:20 Studying Opponents and Match Preparation

07:05 Pre-Match Music and Motivation

08:41 Nutrition and Diet in Wrestling

09:41 Weight Management Strategies

12:12 Mental Challenges in Wrestling

14:46 Lessons Learned from Losses

16:34 Impactful Coaches and Training Styles

18:23 Technique vs. Strength in Matches

20:43 Beast Mode Moments in Wrestling

22:09 Understanding Match Points and Scoring

25:07 Referee Dynamics in Wrestling

26:11 Life Lessons from Wrestling

28:33 Preparing for the State Tournament

30:41 Team Dynamics and Leadership

32:34 Essential Gear and Equipment

36:11 Personal Expression Through Wrestling Gear

37:43 Future Goals in Wrestling

Hayden Brose (senior) and Serenity Medrano (freshman) discuss their athletic journeys, the importance of playing multiple sports, memorable moments from their seasons, team dynamics, coaching influences, and their aspirations for the future. The conversation highlights the challenges and triumphs of being student-athletes and the bonds formed through sports.

Hayden made a big change when she moved to Carlsbad from Alaska and began playing soccer for the first time. Serenity has fallen in love with the most recent sport she has tried on a bet! These two girls are doing everything they can to keep their season alive going into the final game of district.

Presented by Albertsons Market

Produced by All Sports Best

00:00 Introduction to the Cave Girl Basketball Team 02:53 Athletic Journeys: From Soccer to Basketball 06:02 Memorable Moments in Sports 09:13 Team Dynamics and Chemistry 12:05 Coaching Influence and Team Goals 15:06 Future Aspirations and College Plans

Seniors of the cheer and dance teams (Thea, Lilly, and Caroline), discuss exploring their journeys, the challenges they face, and the camaraderie that develops through their shared experiences. The conversation delves into the physical and mental demands of their sports, the pressures of performance, and the importance of support systems. The guests share memorable moments, discuss the role of music in their routines, and reflect on their aspirations for the future.

00:00 Introduction to the Cheer and Dance Teams

03:02 Journey into Cheer and Dance

05:59 The Dynamics of Competition vs. High School Performance

08:59 Behind the Scenes: The Chaos of Preparation

11:54 The Physical Demands of Cheer and Dance

14:58 The Pressure of Performance

17:54 Mental Health and Support Systems

20:48 Finding Balance and Avoiding Burnout

24:08 Memorable Moments in Cheer and Dance

26:52 Music and Dance: The Perfect Pair

30:04 Future Aspirations and Closing Thoughts

Presented by the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce