Prep Period: A Ventura County high school sports podcast

Ventura County Star
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On the Ventura County Star’s first all-sports podcast, “Prep Period,” you can join the Star’s experienced group of reporters for a weekly and lively discussion of everything on and off the field in the 805. Hit that subscribe button now and prepare for Prep Period, hosted by Joe Curley and Dominic Massimino from the @vcspreps team.

  1. Spring sports reach an exciting conclusion

    Jun 10

    Spring sports reach an exciting conclusion

    In this week's episode of Prep Period, two Ventura County distance runners come on the show to talk about their incredible performances this outdoor track season. Recent Ventura High grad Aelo Curtis discusses her surprise victory in the mile at the Brooks PR Invitational in the No. 3 performance all-time in Ventura County history — four minutes, 39.11 seconds. Moorpark College star and Newbury Park alumni Maya Natarajan won a state title in both cross county and track and field this year. The sophomore talked about her mindset and approach to racing in the final segment of the show. Joe and Dominic also talked through this year's seven inductees to the Ventura County Sports Hall of Fame this past weekend. Give the show a watch, and please do not forget to subscribe to the show if you haven't already. See you guys in the next episode!

    1h 5m
  2. Winning time for Oxnard softball, Calabasas sprinter Malia Rainey

    Jun 3

    Winning time for Oxnard softball, Calabasas sprinter Malia Rainey

    In today's episode of Prep Period, Ventura County Star sports reporters Dominic Massimino and Joe Curley talk through a marathon CIF-Southern Section championship Saturday in Orange County that ended with Oxnard taking home a Division 4 softball title. They also discuss the CIF-State Track and Field Championships in Clovis where Calabasas sprinter Malia Rainey won a 100-meter dash title and Moorpark senior long jumper finished runner-up. Don't forget to subscribe to the show, leave a comment with your thoughts and like the episode if you enjoyed it!

    54 min
  3. Champions join the show!

    May 28

    Champions join the show!

    In this week's episode of Prep Period, local champions from multiple sports join the show to talk winning CIF-Southern Section and CIF-State championships. Newbury Park swimmer Megan Wang won the state 100-yard backstroke title while Chase Macleod led Oaks Christian boys lacrosse to a CIF-Southern Section victory. Also, Joe Curley discusses the rule behind last week's Rio Mesa baseball forfeit. Don't miss this one!

    1h 12m
  4. Volleyball, track and lacrosse section champions crowned

    May 28

    Volleyball, track and lacrosse section champions crowned

    Ventura County Star sports reporters Joe Curley and Dominic Massimino take listeners through championship season for spring sports in Ventura County. The pair talk through Foothill Tech boys volleyball and Oaks Christian boys lacrosse winning CIF-Southern Section titles, Newbury Park's Megan Wang winning state in the 100 backstroke, baseball and softball section playoffs, and more. Don't forget to like, comment and subscribe to the show!

    49 min
  5. Playoff pairings for bat sports released, CIF title hunts heat up

    May 13

    Playoff pairings for bat sports released, CIF title hunts heat up

    In this episode of Prep Period, Ventura County Star sports reporters Joe Curley and Dominic Massimino dive deep into the CIF-Southern Section playoff brackets for baseball and softball, with a total of 33 local teams advancing to the postseason. Baseball coaches Mike Minjares and Jacob Regalado of St. Bonaventure and Rio Mesa join the show, as do softball coaches Cheyenne Coyle and Heather Spohr of Oaks Christian and Thousand Oaks, to talk about their team's run to the playoffs. Be sure to like the episode leave a comment and SUBSCRIBE!

    58 min
  6. They are talking about HOW MANY sports?

    May 6

    They are talking about HOW MANY sports?

    Episode 35 of Prep Period has it all — and we mean all. Ventura County Star sports reporters Joe Curley and Dominic Massimino start off by recapping league championship track and field performances from across the county, as well as swimming. Then they jump to a softball and baseball check in, including an interview with Rio Mesa softball coach Daniel Lerma and pitcher Analia Lopez. The pair also discussed Oak Park's CIF-Southern Section beach volleyball title, Royal girls lacrosse's undefeated season and more. Don't forget to like today's episode and subscribe to the show!

    1h 4m
  7. County track and field champions crowned

    Apr 30

    County track and field champions crowned

    In Episode 34 of Prep Period, Ventura County Star sports reporters Dominic Massimino and Joe Curley talk through the news of the week, including exciting freshman performances at the Ventura County Track and Field Championships, playoffs for lacrosse and boys volleyball kicking off, league title races in the softball and baseball and a surprise appearance at the Ventura County Track and Field Championships. Don't forget to like and subscribe to the show if you enjoyed, and leave a comment with your thoughts!

    50 min
  8. Spring sports reach a crescendo

    Apr 23

    Spring sports reach a crescendo

    In this episode of Prep Period, Ventura County Star sports reporters Joe Curley and Dominic Massimino talk through incredible local performances at the Mt. Sac Invitational and interview Moorpark High senior Dean Guzman who cleared seven feet to win the high jump and become the No. 5 local performer, all-time. The pair also discussed Cal Lutheran men's volleyball's third NCAA Division III Final Four appearance in a row, local baseball and softball league races heating up and locals making a splash in college baseball and lacrosse. Don't forget to like, subscribe and leave a comment with your thoughts on the show!

    42 min
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On the Ventura County Star’s first all-sports podcast, “Prep Period,” you can join the Star’s experienced group of reporters for a weekly and lively discussion of everything on and off the field in the 805. Hit that subscribe button now and prepare for Prep Period, hosted by Joe Curley and Dominic Massimino from the @vcspreps team.

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