Cherry Heat Check
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.
Episodes
22 episodes
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 sur...
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Episode 1
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47:06
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 re...
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Season 1
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25:55
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 previewe...
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Season 1
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26:13
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 grea...
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Season 1
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29:19
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...
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20:50
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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23:49
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 upcomi...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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23:24
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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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54:55
Cherry Heat Check Podcast - Episode 14 - Media Daze
The Pod is back to give reaction on Mountain West Media Day 2025 in Las Vegas. We also deep dive into the New Mexico roster and review player expectations. A preview of the Washington St. vs UNM exhibition game wraps up the show.
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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51:50
Cherry Heat Check - Episode 13 - Lobos Schedule is Set
Welcome to the Cherry Heat Check! In this episode we break down the Lobos 25-26 schedule and discuss Coach Olen's latest interview on the Burning Sage Podcast. We also review the latest addition to the Lobo basketball coaching staff and a recru...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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54:51
Cherry Heat Check Episode 12 - Talents on Display
The Cherry Heat Check, checks in on all things Lobos Basketball. Nelly Jr. Joseph in Summer League, Timeo Pons highlights, GCU addition to the Mountain West, Lobo Number news, and more!
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21:55
Cherry Heat Check Episode 11 - Summer 'Bo Bonding
The New Look Lobos are on campus and on the basketball court, and we are here to give our takes on all of it. Ricky and Joe discuss Coach Olen's interview on The Field of 68 and what we would write on his Starbuck's cup. We give our early thoug...
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44:03
Cherry Heat Check - Episode 10 - Mountain West Expansion in 2025?
Welcome to the Cherry Heat Check. This week we break down the latest additions to the Lobos basketball roster and additions/subtractions to the Mountain West Conference that could be happening sooner than later. Ricky is joined by Daren Sweet, ...
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46:04
Cherry Heat Check Episode 9 - Springing into the Unknown
Ricky is joined by Joe from Ohio to discuss the latest Lobo Basketball signings of Deyton Albury and Tajavis Miller. They break down what it takes for a Mid Major team to be successful in today's college basketball world, and if the Lobos roste...
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43:34
Cherry Heat Check Episode 8 - Numbers Game
We break down the recent Lobo signings of JT Rock and Luke Haupt. Ricky is joined by Joe from Ohio to break down the new players and potential transfer targets for Lobo basketball including Deyton Albury and Aidan Mahaney amongst others! Stay l...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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45:12
Cherry Heat Check Episode 7 - Portal Patience Paying Off?
We get caught up on the latest Lobo Players and Coaches to join the basketball teams! We also hit on some football and other athletics news!
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24:06
Cherry Heat Check Episode 6 - New found funds and Roster Building
We discuss the 11 Million dollars UNM received for football stadium renovations and how it could be used. We also catch up on all the latest Lobo basketball signees! Lobos land Antonio Chol!
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37:56
Cherry Heat Check Episode 5 - Steep Expectations for Coach Olen
The UNM Lobos have hired Eric Olen as their 23rd head basketball coach, and we're here to talk about what we expect with the new roster, staff, and basketball philosophy.
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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31:58
Cherry Heat Check Episode 4 - Lobo State of the Union after Pitino Exits
We catch up on the latest Lobo news and discuss Richard Pitino leaving to Xavier, the exit of Donovan Dent, and what lies ahead for Lobo basketball.
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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30:44
Cherry Heat Check Episode 3 - Lobos Therapy - UNM falls to Sparty 71-63 in the NCAA Tournament
Cherry Heat Check Episode 3 - Lobos Therapy - UNM falls to Sparty 71-63 in the NCAA Tournament. Ricky breaks down the game and the future for UNM.
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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