The Write Team Podcast

By David Weaver

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July 13, 2026From The Press Box: DeSoto Coach Claude Mathis on Championships,Time In Marshall, & Building Winning Cultures
Three-time Texas state champion coach Claude Mathis joins From The Press Box for an in-depth conversation about one of the most successful coaching careers in Texas high school football. 🏈
From Marshall to DeSoto, Coach Mathis reflects on the lessons, relationships, and culture that have defined his journey.
🏈 In this exclusive interview:
Why returning to high school football was about family first
Coaching all three of his children and the decision to leave the college ranks
His memorable two-year run at Marshall and the community that embraced his family
The controversial two-point conversion against Huntsville—and why he'd make the same call again
🏆 Building a Champion
Returning to DeSoto and rebuilding the Eagles' championship culture
How changing the weight room, offseason program, and daily expectations transformed the program
Winning three consecutive state championships
Why great assistant coaches are the foundation of every successful program
🔥 2026 Season Preview
DeSoto's move from 6A to 5A Division I
Managing expectations after a state championship
One of the toughest non-district schedules in Texas:
St. Thomas Aquinas (FL)
Allen
Duncanville
Why Coach Mathis believes playing elite competition prepares his team for championship football
⭐ East Texas Football
Why East Texas continues to produce outstanding players
The biggest difference between East Texas and the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
The importance of year-round competition and development
Why Marshall will always hold a special place in Coach Mathis' heart
Whether you're a coach, player, parent, or football fan, this conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at leadership, culture, and sustained success at the highest level of Texas high school football.
#FromThePressBox #ClaudeMathis #DeSoto #TexasHighSchoolFootball #TXHSFB #MarshallMavericks #Coaching #HighSchoolFootball #SportsPodcast #EastTexasSports
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35min
July 13, 2026From The Press Box: Big 12 Headlines, Texas Tech Spotlight & Football's Toughest Safety Question
The countdown to football season continues, and the biggest stories are already making headlines. 🏈
On this segment from a recent episode of From The Press Box, David and Matt discuss Big 12 Media Days, the growing attention surrounding Texas Tech, and one of football's most difficult conversations—player safety.
🏈 Big 12 Media Days
Why Big 12 Conference continues to dominate offseason headlines
Has Texas Tech Red Raiders become the conference's biggest storyline?
The NCAA's investigation into Cincinnati Bearcats
Joey McGuire's growing reputation as one of college football's rising coaches
💰 Business of College Athletics
The Big 12's new sponsorship agreement with Monster Energy
Is a $1 million-per-school payout enough in today's NIL era?
What the deal says about the conference's national standing
Why perception matters as much as revenue
🧠 Football Safety
New findings surrounding former Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman Marshawn Kneeland
The continuing conversation about CTE and player safety
Can football ever eliminate the risks of repeated head trauma?
How today's game differs from previous generations
💭 Plus:
The evolution of targeting rules
The rise of flag football
Whether football can remain the same game while becoming safer
A thoughtful discussion about where college football is headed—and the challenges the sport still faces on and off the field.
#FromThePressBox #CollegeFootball #Big12 #TexasTech #CTE #FootballSafety #NCAA #TXHSFB #SportsPodcast #Football
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28min
July 12, 2026From The Press Box: MLB All-Star Debate, Pitch Counts & Are No-Hitters Becoming Impossible?
Why can't we just let pitchers pitch anymore? ⚾
On this segment of From The Press Box, the guys tackle two of baseball's hottest debates: the growing controversy surrounding MLB All-Star voting and whether pitch counts are preventing fans from witnessing history.
⭐ MLB All-Star Game
Is fan voting still the best way to select All-Stars?
Has the Midsummer Classic become more of a popularity contest than a showcase of the season's best players?
Should every team still be guaranteed an All-Star representative?
Why late withdrawals continue to frustrate fans
⚾ Pitch Counts & No-Hitters
Are managers pulling pitchers too early?
Should a pitcher throwing a no-hitter ever be removed after six or seven innings?
The recent decisions involving young starters and the backlash that followed
Why today's emphasis on analytics has changed the way baseball is managed
💭 Plus:
Comparing today's game to the era of Nolan Ryan
The balance between protecting pitchers and preserving baseball history
Why fans deserve the chance to witness something special
From All-Star traditions to the future of pitching, this episode explores whether modern baseball has become too protective of its biggest moments.
#FromThePressBox #MLB #AllStarGame #Baseball #NoHitter #PitchCounts #MajorLeagueBaseball #SportsPodcast #BaseballTalk
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24min
July 11, 2026From The Press Box: Mark Cuban's Lawsuit, LeBron's Next Move & The Future of the Mavericks
The NBA offseason is delivering headlines—and one of the biggest stories isn't happening on the court this week. 🏀🔥
On this special segment from a recent episode of From The Press Box, David and Matt discuss Mark Cuban's lawsuit against the Dallas Mavericks' ownership group, debate LeBron James' future, and examine what's next for two of the NBA's most talked-about franchises.
🏀 Dallas Mavericks
Mark Cuban files suit against Mavericks governor Patrick Dumont
The dispute over ownership, business decisions, and the proposed arena project
Why many Mavericks fans may be ready to move on
Has Dallas finally turned the page after a turbulent offseason?
⭐ LeBron's Decision
Where should LeBron James finish his legendary career?
Why a return to the Cleveland Cavaliers could provide the perfect storybook ending
Could the Philadelphia 76ers emerge as a surprise destination?
Why the Western Conference may no longer be the best fit
🏆 NBA Landscape
How the New York Knicks championship reshaped the Eastern Conference
Why the East suddenly looks wide open
What free agency could mean for next season's title race
From ownership drama to one of the greatest players in NBA history weighing his final chapter, this episode explores the biggest offseason storylines around the league.
#FromThePressBox #NBA #MarkCuban #DallasMavericks #LeBronJames #ClevelandCavaliers #NBAFreeAgency #Basketball #SportsPodcast
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18min
July 10, 2026From The Press Box: Why Can't The U.S. Become A Soccer Superpower?
The United States' World Cup journey has ended, but the conversation about the future of American soccer is just beginning. ⚽🌎
On this special segment of From The Press Box, David and Matt break down Team USA's loss to Belgium, examine why soccer still struggles to capture America's long-term attention, and preview the World Cup quarterfinals.
⚽ Team USA
Breaking down the disappointing loss to Belgium
Did the United States meet expectations?
Why advancing beyond the Round of 16 remains such a challenge
Can American soccer take the next step?
🌍 The Global Game
Why soccer dominates sports culture around the world
Why many American fans move on once football season begins
The challenge of growing soccer in a crowded U.S. sports landscape
What the World Cup revealed about the future of the game in America
⭐ World Cup Quarterfinals
Lionel Messi continues to amaze at age 40
Can defending champion Argentina national football team repeat?
Dark-horse picks, including Morocco and Spain
Predictions for the road to the World Cup Final
From Team USA's future to Messi's remarkable run, this episode explores why the FIFA World Cup continues to captivate the world—even if America is already looking ahead to football season.
#FromThePressBox #WorldCup #TeamUSA #USSoccer #LionelMessi #FIFAWorldCup #Soccer #Football #SportsPodcast #WorldFootball
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25min
July 09, 2026From The Press Box: USA's Men's Soccer Problem; MLB's Pitch Count Curse; Football Safety Dilemma
The World Cup rolls on, NBA headlines continue to dominate, and football safety remains one of sports' biggest challenges.
On this episode of From The Press Box, David Weaver and Matt Paul break down Team USA's exit from the FIFA World Cup, debate LeBron James' next move, discuss changes in Major League Baseball, and examine the latest concerns surrounding player safety in football.
⚽ World Cup
Team USA's disappointing loss to Belgium
Why America still trails the world's soccer powers
Lionel Messi's remarkable tournament at age 40
Quarterfinal predictions and potential Cinderella teams
🏀 NBA
Mark Cuban's lawsuit involving the Dallas Mavericks
Where will LeBron James finish his career?
Why Cleveland may be the perfect ending
The latest NBA offseason storylines
⚾ Major League Baseball
Should fans still vote for the All-Star Game?
The growing controversy surrounding pitch counts
Are managers too quick to pull pitchers chasing no-hitters?
Has analytics changed baseball for the worse?
🏈 Football
Big 12 Media Days and Texas Tech's national spotlight
The NCAA's investigation into Cincinnati
Concerns surrounding CTE following the diagnosis of former Marshawn Kneeland
Can football ever truly eliminate the risks of head trauma?
From international soccer to baseball traditions and football's future, this episode covers the biggest conversations across the sports world.
#FromThePressBox #WorldCup #NBA #MLB #CollegeFootball #NFL #LeBronJames #TeamUSA #SportsPodcast #EastTexasSports
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1h 19min
July 03, 2026From The Press Box: NBA Summer Recap & Mavericks' New Direction
The NBA offseason is already making headlines, but first, we look back at an unforgettable Finals and what's next for some of the league's biggest franchises. 🏀🔥
On this segment of a recent episode From The Press Box, David and Matt discuss the New York Knicks championship run, the start of free agency, and why the Dallas Mavericks may finally be headed in the right direction.
🏆 NBA Finals
Why the Knicks' championship meant so much to the NBA
Did the San Antonio Spurs let a golden opportunity slip away?
Why playoff success often comes down to getting hot at the right time
Lessons from the 2023 Rangers' World Series run and other championship teams that get hot at the right time
🔥 NBA Free Agency
The blockbuster trade sending Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat
Rumors linking LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Anthony Davis, and Draymond Green for one final championship run
Why the Western Conference continues to get tougher
🐴 Dallas Mavericks
New leadership and renewed optimism
Hiring championship coach Dusty May
Cooper Flagg, the draft, and a promising young core
Why Mavericks fans finally have reason to believe again
Whether it's the Finals recap, free agency, or preparing for next season, this segment covers the biggest stories shaping the NBA.
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#FromThePressBox #NBA #Knicks #NBAFinals #Mavericks #NBAFreeAgency #LeBronJames #StephenCurry #SportsPodcast #Basketball
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18min
July 02, 2026From The Press Box: Is East Texas Being Overlooked? Recruiting Rankings, Dave Campbell's & Hidden Football Talent
Is East Texas football getting the recognition it deserves? 🏈
On this episode of From The Press Box, David and Matt examine one of the biggest questions heading into football season after the release of the latest Dave Campbell's Texas Football rankings.
🏈 Recruiting Discussion:
Why do East Texas players make up just roughly three percent of the publication's Top 300 prospects?
Has recruiting shifted too heavily toward the state's major metro areas?
Are East Texas athletes being overlooked despite continued success?
⭐ Local Talent Spotlight:
Former Marshall standouts Taj Washington and Savion Williams as examples of under-recruited stars who reached the NFL
Why local players deserve more attention
The challenge of evaluating athletes from smaller communities
📖 Looking Ahead:
Early impressions from Dave Campbell's Texas Football
District predictions and preseason expectations on the horizon
As football season approaches, we ask whether East Texas is still one of the state's premier talent-producing regions—or whether the rest of Texas has simply stopped paying attention.
#FromThePressBox #EastTexasSports #TexasHighSchoolFootball #Recruiting #DaveCampbells #TXHSFB #CollegeFootball #FootballRecruiting #SportsPodcast
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14min
July 01, 2026From The Press Box: World Cup Fever, Team USA's Opportunity & Why Soccer Is Captivating America
The FIFA World Cup has taken center stage, and even casual fans are getting caught up in the excitement. ⚽🌎
On this episode of From The Press Box, David Weaver and Matt Paul discuss why this year's tournament feels different, from the incredible fan atmosphere to Team USA's growing opportunity on the world stage.
⚽ World Cup Highlights:
Why the World Cup has become the biggest event in sports
The unforgettable atmosphere inside stadiums across North America
How international fans are embracing the United States
Traditions and celebrations that make the tournament unlike any other sporting event
🇺🇸 Team USA
Breaking down the Americans' path through the knockout stage
Why this could be one of the best opportunities in decades for the U.S. to make a deep World Cup run
The importance of the upcoming matchup with Bosnia and Herzegovina
What a trip to the quarterfinals—or beyond—would mean for U.S. soccer
🌍 More Than Soccer
Why penalty kicks may be the most pressure-filled moments in sports
The passion that makes the World Cup unique
How countries rally around their national teams every four years
Why the tournament continues to unite fans across the globe
Whether you're a lifelong soccer fan or just discovering the sport, this episode explores why the FIFA World Cup remains one of the greatest spectacles in athletics.
#FromThePressBox #WorldCup #USSoccer #TeamUSA #FIFAWorldCup #Soccer #Football #SportsPodcast #WorldFootball #KnockoutRound
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18min
June 30, 2026From The Press Box: World Cup Fever, Rangers Revival, NBA Free Agency & East Texas Football
David and Matt are back from a busy summer break, as From The Press Box returns with a packed episode covering the biggest stories in sports—from the global stage to right here at home in East Texas.
⚽ FIFA World Cup
Why the World Cup atmosphere has captivated America
Team USA's path through the knockout round
The unmatched passion of international soccer fans
Why penalty kicks may be sports' most intense moments
🏀 NBA
The New York Knicks championship run
Why "just get in" still matters in the playoffs
NBA free agency rumors surrounding LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Anthony Davis
Optimism surrounding the Dallas Mavericks and their new direction
⚾ Baseball
The surprising resurgence of the Texas Rangers
Why the American League standings are unlike anything we've seen
College baseball recap, including Oklahoma's national championship
Concerns about a possible future Major League Baseball work stoppage
🏈 College & High School Football
The aftermath of the Brendan Sorsby controversy
Early thoughts on the 2026 college football season
Why East Texas may be overlooked in statewide recruiting rankings
A preview of the high school football discussions ahead this fall
Whether it's soccer, basketball, baseball, or football, this episode offers thoughtful conversation, strong opinions, and plenty of anticipation for an exciting sports season ahead.
#FromThePressBox #WorldCup #USSoccer #TexasRangers #NBA #CollegeFootball #EastTexasSports #MLB #SportsPodcast #HighSchoolFootball
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1h 11min

FAQs about The Write Team Podcast:

How many episodes does The Write Team Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 248 episodes available.