Episode 120: QB Isaiah Gaitan; OT Zaden Krempin; RB/LB Ashton Ruffin

It is Week Two of Texas High School football and in Episode 120, Host Taylor Arenz talks to three players whose team had big success in their first time out on the field. First up is Pieper Warriors quarterback Isaiah Gaitan. Isaiah has been making a name for himself for years. At Cornerstone Christian, he threw for over 4,500 career yards and 38 touchdowns, and now he’s bringing that talent to Pieper. In his very first game with the Warriors, he accounted for three touchdowns and helped lead his team to a big 35–28 win over Boerne. Taylor and Isaiah talked about how he’s built chemistry with his new teammates, and what it means to step onto the field for his senior year. He also shared his advice for younger players, what he’s looking forward to this season and more. 

Then Taylor talked with Prosper senior offensive lineman Zaden Krempin.   Zaden has been big on the recruiting trail and back in June he announced his commitment to Texas A&M after holding more offers than any player in the state, with 53.  Taylor and Zaden talked about what that recruiting process was like, the moment he knew College Station was home, and the advice he has for younger athletes chasing those same opportunities. He also talks about the Eagles big Week One win over Westlake and much more! 

We wrapped up Episode 120 with La Porte’s running back Ashton Ruffin who help lead the Bulldogs to their first win on the opening night in their brand new 56 million dollar stadium. He filled me all in on all the “Border Battle” rivalry game excitement and how after two years of being without a true home field, the community finally got to pack the stands, and Ashton helped deliver a night they’ll never forget. He rushed for 194 total yards and scored three touchdowns, including the go-ahead 36-yard run in the fourth quarter that sealed the win. We hear all about it and more in this fun episode that talks all about kicking off the 2025 Season!