Retro Rewind

Brian and Maria speak with University of Arizona softball coach Mike Candrea about taking over the team in the late 80's and turning it into one of the most successful programs in the country. Candrea also spoke about softball in the Olympics and what it's been like coming back after the COVID-19 pandemic canceled the 2020 season. 

Brian and Maria speak with current University of Arizona softball coach Mike Candrea about the start of his coaching career at Central Arizona College, recruiting athletes in the 80's and how the sport has grown since he first started coaching.

Brian and Maria speak with Coolidge boys basketball coach Dave Glasgow about his state championship teams during his first stint with the program and his return this season.

Brian and Maria speak with Casa Grande Union baseball coach John Batina about his long history at CG Union, dating back to his time as a student athlete. Batina also spoke about his college playing days at Brigham Young University.

Brian and Maria speak with Florence boys basketball coach David Silvas about this year's team and playing during a pandemic. Silvas also spoke about his long standing history with the basketball program and its rivalry with Coolidge.

Brian and Maria speak with Vista Grande boys basketball coach Hank Bias about his connection to legendary UCLA coach John Wooden and how he's managed to turnaround the Spartans program.

Brian and Maria speaker with former Florence pitcher Mat Olsen about playing for Central Arizona College about what it was like to redshirt his first college season, the roller coaster of emotions he felt during the MLB draft and why he changed his decision of playing for the University of Arizona to Arizona State.

Brian and Maria speak with Poston Butte girls basketball coach Savannah Bix about the challenges of playing high school basketball during a pandemic and having a very young team this season. She also spoke about her experience of being a head coach in her early 20s and her overall thoughts on girls basketball in the state.

Brian and Maria speak with current Coolidge Bears PA announcer Tom Shope about his time as a radio broadcaster. Shope also spoke about calling some historic football and basketball games during the Bears' championship runs.

Brian and Maria speak with Santa Cruz Valley football coach and athletic director Rishard Davis about growing up in Alabama and his coaching journey in Arizona high school football.