Cherry Heat Check

Ricky Thompson, 808 Guac, and Friends
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A Lobo fan and his guests talk about University of New Mexico basketball. Weekly podcast about all things related to Lobo and Mountain West Conference basketball. We plan to have enlightening, fun conversation about the team, and share our opinions from a common fan's perspective. 

  1. 6D AGO

    Lobos Prep for Last Dance In the Mountain West As We Know it

    On this episode of the Cherry Heat Check we get you prepped for Mountain West Conference play with guest Nick Urias. Ricky breaks down the Lobos win over FGCU before he is joined by Nick for a Mountain West discussion. The guys talk biggest surprises in the conference so far and things that have stood out. The show ends with a preview of the game on 12/20/25 when San Jose St. visits New Mexico.

    47 min

  2. DEC 11

    Lobos Shock VCU 81-78 for Huge Road Win

    The New Mexico Lobos knock off the VCU Rams on the road, and we're here to break down the big time win. Ricky dives into how the Lobos were able to hang on down the stretch and what gave them the edge in the game. We also look at Jake Hall's record setting pace from the 3 point line and look ahead to New Mexico's matchup with Florida Gulf Coast.

    26 min

  3. DEC 9

    Lobos Roll Santa Clara and Move on to VCU

    On this episode we check in on the Lobos after their blowout win in The Pit vs Santa Clara, 98-71. Ricky dives into how New Mexico was able to play their best game of the season so far. Then the upcoming matchup of UNM at VCU is previewed, as we jump into what makes the Rams a threat, and what to expect in the game on December 10, 2025.

    26 min

  4. DEC 5

    Lobos Prep for Big Test vs Santa Clara

    The Cherry Heat Check is back! In this episode we check in on the Lobos latest wins vs Alabama St. and New Mexico Highlands. Then we deep dive into Santa Clara and everything that the will be bringing with their 8-1 record to The Pit for a great Non Conference hoops matchup.

    29 min

  5. NOV 24

    Cherry Heat Check - Lobos Bounce Back in HOF Tourney

    The Cherry Heat Check is back to catch up on the Lobos big win over Mississippi St. in the Hall of Fame Classic. We discuss the Lobo losses to NMSU and Nebraska, along with the Deyton Albury flagrant foul heard round the world. Then we dig into the UNM win over Mississippi St. led by Tomislav Buljan, and what the Lobos now have to build on.

    21 min

  6. NOV 14

    Cherry Heat Check - Rio Grande Rivalry 2025 Preview UNM at NMSU

    Ricky is joined by New Mexico St. reporter and podcaster, Marshall Mecham, to preview the New Mexico at NM State game on November 15, 2025. They break down the key players for the Aggies and how they will match up with the Lobos. Ricky ends the episode by giving his thoughts on the Lobos win over UC Riverside and what he likes about the team thus far.

    24 min

  7. NOV 6

    Lobos Shut Down East Texas A&M 76-54

    The New Mexico Lobos basketball team and Coach Eric Olen get their first win of the 2025-26 season. Ricky breaks down his biggest takeaways from the game vs East Texas A&M. Show is wrapped up with roster news and quick preview of the upcoming game vs UT Arlington.

    23 min

  8. OCT 31

    Cherry Heat Check Episode 15 - 2025-26 Mountain West Tip Off with guest Nick Urias

    San Jose St. media member, Nick Urias, joins the show to break down his biggest takeaways from his time at Mountain West Media Day 2025, and gives us insight on what the 2025-26 season will hold for all 11 teams. Ricky wraps up the show with a review of the New Mexico Lobos final exhibition win vs Northern Arizona.

    55 min
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A Lobo fan and his guests talk about University of New Mexico basketball. Weekly podcast about all things related to Lobo and Mountain West Conference basketball. We plan to have enlightening, fun conversation about the team, and share our opinions from a common fan's perspective. 

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  • Creator
    Ricky Thompson, 808 Guac, and Friends
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
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  • Copyright
    © 2025 Cherry Heat Check
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