A Charge To Keep

Matt Heersema
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Rio Hondo Prep Football is one of the best brands in Southern California and has a proud tradition that includes 17 CIF-SS Championships. Episodes air weekly with recaps and previews of games during the fall season. You will also occasionally find other RHP Athletics news and content right here throughout the year.

  1. 3D AGO

    Championship Goals

    Rio Hondo Prep is playing in their first ever CIF Southern Section Soccer Final. The Kares hung their 17th Football banner in the Stivers Center just 2 months ago. Many players from that team have transitioned from shoulder pads to shin guards and are on the doorstep of making history for RHP. This scrappy bunch just seems to find a way to make things happen and executes their attacks with precision when it matters most. If you need 11 guys to unite and make something big happen, Rio Hondo has the perfect championship ready crew. Head Coach AJ Corsini stops by to give us some insight into why this group has been so successful. Seniors Dom Zazueta and Easton Jara join the show to share their excitement for the opportunity of a lifetime.

    1h 28m

  2. 12/15/2025

    The Never Ending Story

    Rio Hondo Prep fell 35-10 in the Division 2A State Championship to Sonora in a highly anticipated matchup of undefeated teams. The Kares did not get their story book ending, but ultimately it's the many memorable chapters they've written on this journey that will stand the test of time. The incredible 3 year run Rio has been on is truly remarkable. Their back to back to back CIF Southern Section Titles are historical and significant in many ways. We owe the Senior class tremendous gratitude for raising the standards of RHP Football and taking every challenge head on. This is not the end of the story. This story never ends. We continue on as a program to carry on this great tradition. We grow as a family. We prepare for the many opportunities in the future. Head Coach Mark Carson helps me wrap up the season before we unwrap Christmas gifts in a few short days. As we close out the show, I say goodbye with a slideshow that will hopefully pay tribute to the most memorable season in Rio Hondo Prep Football history. MERRY CHRISTMAS

    1h 7m

  3. 12/12/2025

    California Dreamin: Rio Hondo vs Sonora

    Both Rio Hondo Prep and Sonora are making a return to the State Championship Game this Saturday at Saddleback College in Mission Viejo. Last season the Wildcats raised the Division 4A Crown while the Kares lost on the final play of the game in the Division 3A Overtime thriller. Both teams are undefeated and have been on a collision course for quite some time to see who is the best of all the small schools in the entire state of California. The story has been legendary for these two programs with one final chapter to be written. Our featured guest today is 1977 CIF Champion Chuck Mariotti who gets us ready for the biggest game in Rio's history by taking us back in time so to speak. Additionally, my good friend Shalimar Jackson makes a Special Appearance and chats with me about his new program Whayle Mentality which focuses on engaging emotional intelligence in order to be way more than just an athlete. CIF Division 2A State ChampionshipSaturday, December 13th at 11:30am- Saddleback College Rio Hondo Prep (15-0) vs Sonora (14-0)

    2h 3m

  4. 12/08/2025

    On The Doorstep

    Rio Hondo Prep was victorious in another Regional down in San Diego with a 26-21 win over a feisty Santa Fe Christian team that pushed the Kares to be there best when it was required. Christian Lee had four Touchdowns and the Rio Defense cause two turnovers that were the difference in the game. Head Coach Mark Carson joins us to share his thoughts on his team returning to a second consecutive State Championship and how this unprecedented ride has continued to be a story for the ages. We also have Senior Team Manager Benny Tardino and Junior OL Julian Rodriguez on the show to give is some insight into how special it is to be part of such an amazing program. Division 2A State Final- 11:30am Saturday at Saddleback College Rio Hondo Prep (15-0) vs Sonora (14-0)

    1h 34m

  5. 12/05/2025

    Regional Weigh In: Santa Fe Christian Eagles

    The Rio Hondo Prep Kares are making their 4th Regional appearance in school history. Their first time was back in 2012 and that also happened to be against Santa Fe Christian down in San Diego. The Eagles defeated one of Rio's greatest ever teams that night 13 years ago. We have two great guests to get us ready for the anticipated rematch. Scott Wideman was the Quarterback of the 1977 CIF Champs and shares plenty of memories from Rio Hondo over the years on the gridiron. We are also joined by Robert Morales who started a documentary about RHP Football back in 2012 and is currently collecting content to complete a film that is sure to continue the never ending story of the most special football program in Southern California.

    1h 48m

  6. 12/01/2025

    Our Finest Hour

    Rio Hondo Prep won their third consecutive CIF-SS Title and 17th overall with an impressive 29-7 road victory over Redondo Union. The Kares not only won the Division 5 Bracket which was their highest ever level of play, but they defeated every opponent in a convincing fashion that continues to leave the skeptics scratching their heads for answers. The RHP Faithful was out in full force on Saturday night and the greatest alumni fanbase in the SGV couldn't be more proud to be a Kare during this historic run. Head Coach Mark Carson recaps the huge night for his football program and how they continue to proudly carry the torch of playing the Rio way. We also have Senior TE/LB Rainn Pollock and Junior WR/LB Aiden Delgadillo on for the player portion of the podcast. Rio Hondo Prep (14-0) will travel to San Diego County and take on Santa Fe Christian (13-0) at Carlsbad High School for the CIF Division 2-A Regional this Saturday at 6:00pm.

    1h 24m

  7. 11/27/2025

    CIF Finals Weigh In: Redondo Union Seahawks

    Rio Hondo Prep is playing in its 24th CIF Southern Section Championship Game this Saturday night at Redondo Union High School. The Kares are chasing their 17th Title in school history and will be taking on a very talented Seahawk team that might be the 16th seed in the Division 5 bracket but are hands down the toughest team RHP has ever faced in the Playoffs. We have two great guests this Thanksgiving that are sure to get you hungry for more in the South Bay this weekend. Torrance Head Coach Ray Carter faced Redondo Union twice this season and will break down why they are such a challenging opponent. Additionally, we have 1977 CIF Champion Craig Clingman on the show to take us back to the early days of Rio Hondo Prep Football. HAPPY THANKSGIVING

    1h 50m

  8. 11/23/2025

    Total Football

    The Rio Hondo Prep Kares solidified themselves as a premier program in the San Gabriel Valley with a 35-6 victory over La Serna in the Division 5 Semifinals. The Kares played with nearly flawless execution on both sides of the ball at West Covina HS on Friday night and delivered another eye opening statement win for fans across Southern California. Rio Hondo advanced to their 24th Southern Section Final in school history and will be pursuing their 17th Title. Head Coach Mark Carson talks about the big win and how RHP Football has officially made a name for itself. We are also joined by Senior RB/DE Nathaniel Shine and Junior QB/DB Isaac Guzman who share their excitement to be part of another magical playoff run by Rio Hondo Prep.

    1h 30m
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Rio Hondo Prep Football is one of the best brands in Southern California and has a proud tradition that includes 17 CIF-SS Championships. Episodes air weekly with recaps and previews of games during the fall season. You will also occasionally find other RHP Athletics news and content right here throughout the year.

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  • Creator
    Matt Heersema
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    167
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Matt Heersema
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    A Charge To Keep