All Sports Best

This week on All Sports Best, we're bringing you the latest in Carlsbad sports and community news! We break down the Carlsbad Cavemen football team's matchup against the Las Cruces Bulldawgs, discussing key players, team performances, and what the game means as the Cavemen continue their 2026 season.

We're also checking in on the Carlsbad Cavegirl Volleyball team, highlighting recent results, standout performances, and their progress as the postseason approaches.

Beyond sports, we're taking a look at what's happening around Carlsbad, New Mexico, including upcoming Halloween celebrations, family-friendly activities, and local community events you won't want to miss.

Presented by Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce

Is this year's World Series one of the smallest matchups in baseball history? We're discussing the Fall Classic and what makes this matchup so interesting. Plus, we're taking a closer look at New Mexico's impact on college football, including the UNM Lobos and former La Cueva standout Mason Posa, who continues to make a name for himself as a linebacker at Wisconsin.

We also dive into the world of terrible commercials, questionable advertising decisions, and some of the most frustrating things happening in sports entertainment.

From MLB and college football to sports debates and plenty of laughs, there's something for every sports fan in this episode.

Presented by Constructors Inc.

Coach Charles Millar joins this week's Cavemen Insider to dissect the tough district loss to Eldorado on the road. We cover the thought process for special teams, bouncing back in district, and what might have been the most confusing play we've seen all year... The Cavemen are prepared to take on the Organ Mountain Knights from Las Cruces.

Presented by Albertsons Market

The Carlsbad Cavemen take the long road to Albuquerque for the first and only time during the regular season. They will take on the Eldorado Eagles after beating Clovis down by 40 points. Eldorado comes into this game with strong momentum and a restful bye week. 

This should be a good one. Grab your popcorn for this week's matchup.

Presented by Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce

The Cavemen are going to do whatever it takes to snap their two-game losing streak as they perform in front of a CHS crowd at Ralph Bowyer Stadium. The Clovis Wildcats will make the trip after scoring 30 points against Centennial. The Cavemen have shown improvement over the course of the last two weeks. Will they take the next step before a bye week?

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In this episode, Daniel Zuniga from Couch Potato Sports shares his journey into sports media, his insights on high school athletics in New Mexico, and the importance of sportsmanship and community in sports coverage.

Presented by Albertsons Market

Produced by All Sports Best

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Daniel Zuniga and Couch Potato Sports

01:48 Daniel's journey from sports fan to sports journalist

04:02 The modern sports media landscape and social media influence

07:59 Highlighting community pride through sports coverage

12:06 The significance of sportsmanship and athlete respect

15:54 Coverage of New Mexico high school athletics and travel challenges

22:02 Memorable athletes and moments in New Mexico sports history

30:07 Upcoming matchups and analysis of Volcano Vista vs Carlsbad

33:58 The importance of logistics and travel in high school sports

38:07 Closing thoughts and the future of sports media in New Mexico

The Carlsbad Cavemen hit a bump in the road in Week 4 with their only loss of the season. They look to bounce back against another top team in the state traveling over four hours to Carlsbad to play at Ralph Bowyer Stadium. The Volcano Vista Hawks are a strong, well-rounded team that will make the Cavemen's Week 5 game a big challenge. 

Presented by Nick Walker of Edward Jones

The Carlsbad Cavemen have started the year out with a bang. Undefeated through the first three weeks and highly ranked, the Cavemen are ready to prove themselves on the road as they take on the Centennial Hawks in Las Cruces. Getting a win in Week 4 would put all doubt to rest on whether or not the Cavemen are the real deal.

Presented by The Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce

The Carlsbad Cavemen have started off the year with an undefeated record through their first two weeks. Now they eyeball three in a row as they debut in front of a home crowd against the Lovington Wildcats. Dive into the Cavemen roster, get familiar with the starting lineup, and what to expect from their opponent in Week 3. 

Ruben and Trey recorded this podcast in the CHS parking lot just behind the stadium. If you read this description, send us a message and you will get first access to the next hat drop before anyone else.

Presented by the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce

Chapters

0:00 A Look Back At 2-0

Luke Archuleta and Derrick Merkey had their hands full in week one with multiple cramps throughout the season opener. They give us their experience with the cramps they saw and the adjustments the Cavemen will make to the upcoming game against the Goddard Rockets. They breakdown the differences in this year's team as opposed to teams of the past, the changes they have seen since the team started "Feed the Cats," and what the best remedies to cramps.

Presented by the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce

Produced by All Sports Best