THE 4TH ROW PODCAST

On this episode, Coach Carson Christensen joins the 4TH ROW to talk about the overall season and tournament run of the 2026 State Champion South Sevier Rams.

On this episode, I welcome my great friend Coach Dakota Shepherd to the podcast to breakdown the quarterfinal matchups in the Boys 2A State Basketball tournament being held at UVU - Monday - Wednesday.

On this episode, we review and breakdown the 2A Boys Basketball 2nd Round playoff matchups.  We lightly preview the Final 8 games to be played at UVU February 23-25 starting at 9:30AM Monday morning.

On this episode we catch up with action following the Holiday break.  The second half of the season is going to competitive and exciting.  ALA tops the boys RPI Rankings to start the second half.  Kanab Lady Cowboys sit atop the first RPI.

On this episode we wrap up Week 3 around the state.  We visit with Enterprise Head Coach Bud Randall to discuss early season team development and preparing for the State Playoffs.  We introduce a final thought / unpopular opinion focused on the challenge of enjoying high school basketball as a parent of a player.  

On this episode we turn the page to basketball.  We have a large enough sample size of games to launch the first Power 5 for the 2025 season.  Special guest: Coach Zack Alvidrez from Rowland Hall joins us for a quick review of Region 17 in the northern Wasatch front area.

On this episode we visit with Coach Barkley Christensen - Head football coach for the San Juan Broncos following their recent win to capture the 2A State Championship.  The Broncos are now in rare air with 5 straight championships.  They are one of two teams to accomplish 5 straight in the past 100 years of UHSAA football.  Unreal accomplishment for Coach Christensen and the Broncos.

On this episode we sit down with Kanab Cowboy Head Coach JR Quarnberg.  We are joined by two members of his staff and two of the leaders from the 2025 1A Football Champs. We discuss variety of topics from losing in the State Championship last season, Off-season adjustments, and outstanding individual players.

On this episode we discuss the 1A and 2A Semi Final matchups.  We preview the Finals for each classification + keys to each game.  Side note...  San Juan will be playing for 5th straight state title and Beaver bidding for a 3-peat.  

On this episode we breakdown the 1A and 2A Semi-Final football games that will be played this Saturday Nov 8 at SUU Coliseum.  San Juan and Kanab headline the #1 teams entering this weekend.  We also unveil on non cool shoe brand that is climbing in the rankings. 

On this episode we discuss the Region champs in 1A and 2A.  We highlight passing, rushing, and receiving stat stuffers for the regular season.  A new segment we call: Unpopular Opinions, we discuss the need to field punts.  What do you think?

On this episode we breakdown the final week the regular season.  We review stats and thoughts from the Game of the Week featuring #1 South Sevier and #2 San Juan.  The Broncos take over the top spot in the RPI ranking with a huge statement win Friday night.

On this episode we recap Week 9 in 1A and 2A football.  Kanab defeats Duchesnse in 1A Game of the Year and moves up to #1 in RPI rankings.  South Sevier remains undefeated at 9-0 and maintains the #1 spot in 2A RPI rankings.   We preview the 2A Game of the Year - #1 South Sevier v. #2 San Juan on Friday night.

On this episode we review week 8 action and previous the biggest game of the week #1 Duchesne @ #3 Kanab on Friday night.  We also discuss an impressive display of team leadership by Mac Jones of the San Francisco 49ers following the win of the Rams 26-23.

On this episode we recap week 7 of the 1A and 2A football season.  We also explore the current competitive state of each classification.  Is there a way to restore the competitive balance?  We want everyone to have a great experience playing high school football.

On this episode we review the games and highlights from week 6.  Glass Joe makes a guest appearance on the show.  Full breakdown of the mid season matchup between rivals Kanab and Beaver.  

On this episode we finally get schedules to align and saddle up again in the studio for football catch up episode.  We are nearing the midpoint of the season and 3 teams in both 1A and 2A have separated themselves from the pack.  First RPI rankings of the season are released.  

On this episode we dust off the mics and quickly review the current baseball standings before the 2A Baseball playoffs begin.  Shout out to the the 2A East Co-Champs, San Juan and Gunnison Valley + 2A West Champs, Beaver Beavers.

On this episode we traveled to Kanab High School and interviewed Coach Jerron Glazier, his staff, and players.  We had a great time learning more about the coaches and players that make up the Cowboy Culture.  This is part 1 of 2 with the Kanab Cowboys, 2025 2A State Champions.

On this episode we recap the 2025 Girls TOP20 Draft.  Team Captains: Hayzlynn Murdock (North Summit) and Savannah Bateman (Kanab).  Sydnee Patterson  named 2025 Jackson Hill Memorial Player of the Year.  The 2nd Annual 4TH ROW Friends and Family Hoops Tour will be held March 10 @ Gunnison Valley High School.

On this episode we recap the 2025 Boys TOP20 Draft.  Team Captains: Kyle Brown (Kanab) and Stockton Roberts (South Sevier).  Cash Mortensen named 2025 Jackson Hill Memorial Player of the Year.  The 2nd Annual 4TH ROW Friends and Family Hoops Tour will be held March 10 @ Gunnison Valley High School.

On this episode we cover a wide variety of topics we experienced at the 2025 State Tournament.  Kanab Cowboys win their first Boys Championship in 50 Years.  South Sevier Lady Rams claim the Girls Title.

On this episode we talk about nothing buy the brackets.  We breakdown the entire playoff scene for 2A boys and girls.  We review rounds 1 and 2 and dive into the Quarter Final matchups at the SVC in Richfield.

On this episode we breakdown the final RPI standing and 1st round matchups for the 2A boys and girls.  We highlight a handful of 1st Round games that will be ultra competitive and potentially wild.  Many intriguing potential 2nd Round matchups as well.  Players of the week featuring:  Luc Dowdle - Rowland Hall and Savannah Bateman - Kanab.

On this episode we breakdown the RPI for the last time of the season before it goes dark.  One week left of the regular season and then its playoff time.  Kanab boys and North Summit Girls claim the #1 RPI spots.  Players of the week feature, Trevor Richins (North Summit) and Kira Grant (Duchesne)

On this episode we review RPI standings.  We highlight (GLAZE ) a handful of players that are having a great season.  We discuss 4 players that have surpassed major point scoring milestones.  Players of the week featuring Gentry Brown - Beaver and Braxton Pickett - Gunnison Valley.  We wrap it up with a discussion on the proper usage of the term Glazing :)   Guilty as charged.

On this episode we cover featured matchups between  Kanab and South Sevier (Boys and Girls).  Both games featured 2 of the best teams in the state.  Games loaded with playoff style intensity.  Kanab boys remain #1 in RPI and Power 5 rankings.  North Summit Braves top both rankings in the Girls division.

On this episode we discuss the usual stands and RPI.  Kanab Boys and North Summit Girls take top spot in RPI.  We have discussions on player suspensions and halftime entertainment protocol.  

On this episode we ramble for a while discussing observations from the 1st half of the seasons including Fan behavior, Inconsistent play, and RPI shuffle.  We review region standings and the current volatile RPI.  Power 5 rankings are launched to begin the 2nd Half of the season.

On this episode we discuss Week 4 of the season.  A lot of volitility and parity in the game outcomes thus far this season.  ALA Eagles top the boys P5 and Kanab Cowboys #1 in girls P5.   Players of the Week Rylee Little (Kanab) and Jaxon Hunter (ALA) 

On this episode we breakdown the 2A-3A Preview hosted @ SVC in Richfield.  We launch the initial Boys and Girls Power 5 Rankings for this season.   

On this episode we discuss the slow burn start of the basketball season.  Brief discussions on players to watch and teams that could make some noise this season.

On this episode we discuss the basic overview of the 2A landscape broken down by regions.  A handful of teams have a solid shot of winning it this season.  Let's get the party started...

On this episode we visit with San Juan players and Coach Barkley Christensen.  The Broncos have now won 4 consecutive 2A State Titles.  UNBELIEVABLE.

On this episode we catch up with the Back to Back - 1A State Champions, Beaver Beavers post game at SUU.  We visit with 4 key players and Coaches Jon Marshall and Traeson Hunter.  

On this episode we review our weekend at the 1A and 2A Semi-Final games at Zions Bank Stadium in Herriman.  Finals are set...  1A  #1 Beaver v. #3 Kanab  2A #1 San Juan v. #2 Emery.   Finals will be played at SUU in Cedar City this Saturday.

On this episode we sit down with Legendary Kanab Football coach, Arlyn Hafen and current football coach JR Quarnburg and his staff.  What a great time learning more about the tradition of Kanab Football.   

On this episode we travel to Kanab High School to experience GAMEDAY with the Cowboys.  We caught up with several Cowboy players following their 41-6 Quarterfinal playoff win.  The Cowboys will face off against the North Summit Braves next week in the semi-finals.

On this episode we breakdown the Quarter Final matchups for 1A and 2A football.  Beaver and San Juan roll into the playoffs with the #1 rankings in their respective divisions.  After Friday, the playoff picture will look much cleaner with Final Four on the horizon.

On this episode we review the overall brackets for 1A and 2A football.  Brief discussion of the 1st round games for each classification.  Andy traveled to the Happiest Place on Earth over the weekend.

On this episode we discuss the overall standings and potential matchup moving into the playoffs.  A few big games with RPI seedings this week.  Games to keep an eye on, #3 Milford @ #4 Kanab, #1 North Summit @ #5 Duchesne.  Several players are having amazing seasons.  Quick review of 1A and 2A stat leaders.

On this episode we visit with Beaver High School Principal Brady Fails and Athletic Director Randy Hunter.  We learn more about the secret sauce that makes Beaver Athletics successful year after year.  These fine gentlemen along with their coaching staffs have built a winning brand that is recognizable all across the state.

On this episode - GAMEDAY PART 1 -  we travel to Beaver to experience all access Gameday with Beaver Football.  Podcast features player interviews and Jake Eichorn (BYU Football - Beaver Alumni).   Principal Brady Fails and AD Randy Hunter rolled out the red carpet and made our experience very enlightening and rewarded.  Thank you to everyone that made our Gameday Event a success. 

On this episode we interview North Summit AD Gary Crittenden, Head Basketball Coach Aaron Preece, and Brave FB players - Buck Sargent, Jake Smith, McKade Nelson, and Trevor Richins.   Real raw interview with these players following an epic 5OT battle with the #1 ranked Beaver Beavers.  We learned about the history and legacy of Chief Washakie and the relevance to the North Summit Braves.  Doing this season the NS football field was officially named WASHAKIE FIELD.    

On this episode share overview of North Summit gameday from the studio.  Many people to thank for a great evening.  Special shout out to North Summit Administration, Coaches and players for welcoming us.  What a great night, Braves vs Beavers lived up to the hype.  16-14 5OT win for the Braves.  WILD NIGHT !!!

On this episode we review Week 6.  Only 2 teams remain undefeated - #1 Beaver & #2 North Summit.  We just so happen to be planning to be in North Summit this weekend for GAMEDAY.  It is going to be a great night of football in Coalville.  

On this episode we review Week 5 action.  Initial RPI rankings are released.  We finish it off with a discussion on the unwritten rule of "Don't up the Score".  

On this episode we quickly recap Benny's Cruise to the Gulf of Mexico.  Top teams in 1A and 2A cruise once again.  Stat leaders in major offensive categories discussed.  Beaver and San Juan top Power 5 once again.

On this episode we review Week 3 of the football season.  Highlights for 1A and 2A classifications.  Milford making noise in 1A with another win moving to 3-0 on the season.  #1 San Juan and Beaver cruise to wins.

On this episode we review Week 2 of the football season.  The #1 San Juan Broncos take care of business against Juan Diego.  The Beaver Beavers move up to the #1 spot following a huge win over 3A Grantsville.  Power 5 teams in each classification are beginning to separate themselves from the pack.