Couple weeks ago, San Diego High's Kye Cooper committed to play in college football at San Diego State, live on Good Morning San Diego.   But on that same day, 2 other prominent local athletes joined Cooper on the road to the Mesa. Cathedral Catholic's Isaac Cook, and La Costa Canyon's Diego Botron.  Diego is a 3-star tight end, with 17 D-1 offers.  he explained his decision in PPR Podcast #285, brought to you by the D1 Sports Network. You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics:00-:20 Intro1:50-4:00 The SDSU Commitment8:56-10:00 Sean Lewis Culture on Campus11:32-12:15 LCC's Goals in 202613:00-14:00 Playing for Coach Sovacool15:17-16:30 LLC's Coach Staff & Changes made17:39-19:00 Fishing Stories20:13-21:00 Maverick to Watch in 202623:00-25:30 NIL Negotiations & How It All WorksTRT: 28:03

Ron Burner is starting his  22th season as the head football coach at El Capitan High School.  But it's his first season as a sponsor on the Prep Pigskin Report!  Coach Burner has launched a new Pizzeria called "Pizzabilites".  "Pizzabilites" will be sponsoring the PPR Underdog segment. It's a good fit, as we explain in PPR Podcast #284. You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics:00-:20 Intro2:00-3:30 Why so many years at El Capitan?4:54-6:00 Coaches must evolve6:09-7:00 New Weight Room8:59-10:00 Best Player Coached & Faced?13:44-18:00 Pizzabilities20:00 -21:30 El Capitan is Going to Hawaii23:15-24:00 Remembering Tony26:00:00 Running of the VaquerosTRT: 28:16

There is no shortage of standout 2-way players in San Diego. Honor Fa'alave Johnson headlines the conversation, but what about Pia Polamalu at St. Augustine, or Neke Letuli at Oceanside or Jeremy Davis at Helix?  Am I forgetting somebody? What about Gage Weddle?  The Rancho Bernardo Junior-to-be has been starting at safety since his freshman season and has added starting quarterback duties since his sophomore campaign.  Just like his dad, Gage can seemingly do it all on the football field, which explains why he's in the center seat of PPR podcast #283.  You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics:00-:20 Intro2:48-3:30 Why number #22?4:40-5:30 Which side of the ball does he prefer?6:52-7:30 Is Utah a done deal?8:43-9:30 His first visit to the Gala?10:26-11:30 Torrey Pines/ Best Win and Worst Loss15:02-16:00 Playing for Dad16:10-17:00 playing both ways helps play both ways21:39-22:30 Lets Meet the Dog 24:30-25:30 Most unsung Bronco?TRT: 28:06

The name Letuli is synonymous with football excellence. Tano Letuli is a main spoke in the San Diego State Aztecs defense, while younger Cousin Neke is poised to have a breakout season as a Junior at Oceanside High.   Neke is built low to the ground, along with a unique combination of speed and power that makes him difficult to bring down, sort of like trying to tackle a greased bowling ball! But that is just part of his story, as you'll see in P-P-R Podcast #282.  You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics:00-:20 Intro2:15-3:00 Neke vs Lawrence?3:11-6:00 Desire to play both ways6:30-7:00 Cousin Tano needs shirts 🙂8:50-10:00 Mona Letuli (Grandma)11:53-12:00 Academics & English Literature13:00-14:14 Love of Poetry16:50-17:00 Oceanside vs El Camino18:32-19:00 Workout Warrior26:30-27:00 Following in Honor's FootstepsTRT: 28:36

At first glance, Caleb Davis could pass for one of San Diego State's 40-thousand students on campus. But don't be fooled by his youthful appearance. Caleb is one of the most important figures in the SDSU sports department. The former Notre Dame Director of Recruiting is the Aztecs first ever General Manager hire. And just like in professional sports, getting the right G-M is as critical as hiring the right Head Coach or recruiting the right Quarterback.  That was just one of the topics in P-P-R podcast #281.   You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics:00-3:20 Intro3:47-4:30 Importance of Attitude6:00-7:30 Retaining Talent8:56-9:30 Leveling the Playing Field12:19-13:00 Why is SDSU struggling at the gate?14:45-19:00 Recruiting Process in 202621:25-23:30 Chris Johnson & Tre White23:10-24:00 "Don't Ever Waste a Day"27:41-28:00 Sugar Daddy's WantedTRT: 30:09

Born and raised in Mexico, Mario Luna crossed the border to play youth football in San Diego. And he's played it well, earning a Trinity League scholarship to Orange Lutheran. Did we mention Mario is only 14 years old?  His cross-border story has earned him over 70 thousand Instagram followers, and an invitation to PPR podcast #280. You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics:00-:20 Intro1:19-3:00 Mario's Amazing Story4:48-4:50 How did he accumulate 70K Instagram followers4:55-5:30 Border Commute Routine7:30-8:00 Why Orange Lutheran9:20-10:00 Almost St. Augustine13:13-14:00 The decision to Reclassify15:23-16:00 Dreaming of USC16:20-19:38 Social Media Management24:00-25:00 Prep Pigskin Report in SpanishTRT: 25:35

If you think Lincoln High School, you quickly think David Dunn. Few coaches are as connected to their schools as Coach Dunn. Along with assistant Head Coach Jason Coach, Coach Dunn has built the Hornet's football program into one of the best in the state California, often receiving national attention.  But with Coach Carter leaving the Hive for a head coaching spot at Valhalla,  change is buzzing at Lincoln. Coach Dunn re-joining the PPR Podcast with a look back and more importantly a look ahead.  You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics:00-:20 Intro:30-1:30 King Dunn Foundation3:54-9:40 Jason Carter leaves the Hive14:27-15:55 Nobody likes change17:30-18:45 New Coaching Faces18:45-19:30 D1 Conversations with Parents21:00 -23:00 Lincoln is Builds Players for Saturdays21:38-24:00 Best Offensive & Defensive Players in Lincoln HistoryTRT: 28:50

Helix 2-way starter Jeremy Davis made national headlines with his fight against cancer. His amazing story of perseverance understandably overshadowing the fact that he's one of the county's top linebackers. Now with a clean bill of health, and 3 recruiting stars next to his name,  we decided to invite Jeremy back to the PPR Podcast #278, this time to focus on his football future. You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics:00-:20 Intro1:13 -1:35  Football Offers Coming In1:35-4:47 What does it take to be a good linebacker?7:09-8:00 Beating Cancer8:45-9:45 SDSU Junior Day11:27-12:00 Coach Sean Lewis13:30-14:00 Can Helix be Helix Again?15:00-16:00 Helix Team GPA 3.519:10 -19:50 High School Sweetheart19:50-21:30 Coach Damaja JonesTRT: 24:34

When the pre-season "Iron Hog Watchlist" is published this summer, Mission Bay's Nereo Kraft will definitely garner attention to be on it. The Buccaneer senior is only 16 years of age, but if the 2-way starter continues to pile up accolades,  D1 offers are surely in his future. Especially after taking the center seat in PPR Podcast #277.You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics:00-:20 Intro2:25-3:00 Visits to West Virginia & Pitt5:19-6:00 Trey Arnold on Nereo's Weight8:11-9:00 Lesson from Burt Grossman13:15-14:00 The Get Off20:01-21:00 Best Prep Moment So Far21:00-22:00 Wearing #120:55-21:45 Salt Water Fishing/Blue FinTRT: 25:10

It takes a special athlete to play cornerback. You have to me fast enough to run with the speediest wide receivers, strong enough to take on the blocks of much bigger lineman and tough enough to bring down hard-nosed running backs.  And you must have the mental resilience to forget about the evitable plays that go against you.  Meet Mission Hills Xavier St. John. The senior to-be- Grizzly checks all those boxes and more. That's why Xavier is invited to the middle seat in PPR Podcast #276.  You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics::00-30 Intro/Coach Altieri1:30-2:30  Motivation 2:30-3:30 Troy Huhn brought National Attention5:30 vs 6:30  Cook vs Honor6:30-7:30 Cornerback Tough Position to Play12:46-13:30 Recruiting Advice16:00-17:00 Growl Crowd17:15-17:45 De'Mariye Stephens18:56-19:30 Best Advice TRT: 21:28