For the past (3) seasons, we've watched Courtney Miller Thompson make big plays for Lincoln high school.  But early in 2026, "Nino" decided to leave the Hive and "fly like an Eagle" to Granite Hills.  Why? That was one of the first questions for Courtney in P-P-R Podcast, episode #292...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 Intro:30-2:30 Leaving the Hive 2:50-3:4:00 The Catch 5:25-6:00 Lincoln Pushback 9:30-10:15  Playing Oceanside in Week -1- 13:01-14:00 Cook vs Courtney 15:00-16:00 Call me NinoTRT: 22:42

Tano Letuli's football journey has been unique to say the least. A standout performer at Cathedral Catholic, Tano accepted a scholarship to West Point Academy. 2 years later, he was back on the West Coast, donning the Red & Black of San Diego State.  Letuli discusses that transfer and much, much, more in P-P-R Podcast, episode #291...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 Intro1:30:200 Possible Modeling Career4:08-6:30 Rehabbing an ACL injury9:18-10:00 Roommate Trey White leaves the Mesa13:47-14:00 Love of Family/Neke Letuli/Tommy Sablan14:10 -17:45 Honor & The Perils of Early Stardom19:41-20:45 West Point Experience23:00-24:00 Role Cathedral Played in his lifeTRT: 25:23

Jackson Moi was the man in the middle of the Cathedral Catholic's 2021 State Champion defense.  His stellar play earned him a scholarship to attend Stanford. He later upgraded to the S-E-C and the University of Tennessee. And today, Jackson finds himself on the training camp roster of the Los Angeles Rams.  It's an amazing journey discussed at length in PPR Podcast, episode #289, 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 Intro:41-:1:30 Signing with the LA Rams4:25-5:30 Waiting on Aaron Donald7:34-10:00 The Tennessee Experience10:30-11:00 What's a Volunteer3:30-14:30 Growing up in Oceanside16:15-18:00 Great Dons Team Ever18:12-19:00 Gala Night/Defensive Player of Year23:57-25:00 "Play Free/Have Fun!"TRT:29:10

The 1st time Lincoln Mageo visited the PPR Podcast he was touted as one of the top linemen in the county.  Over the weekend,  that  projection was vindicated when Lincoln accepted the University of Michigan's scholarship offer. That's the opening topic in Mageo's return to the PPR Podcast, episode #288, 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 Intro2:09-3:00 Coach Jim Harding3:54-4:30 "Big Wing Ding Announcement/Why Michiga5:50-6:00 Family Decision6:35-7:00 Top Ranked Lineman in the County9:25-10:00 Staying Motivated12:40-13:30 Pro's & Cons of Lincoln's Game15:00-16:00 Going One on One with Burt16:18-17:00 Best Mentors in his life20:35-21:30 Best Advice for Young AthletesTRT:22:32

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