About Prep Period: A Ventura County high school sports podcast
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.
Lock in — the postseason is here! In Season 2, Episode 10 of Prep Period, Ventura County Star sports reporters Joe Curley and Dominic Massimino are breaking down playoffs for flag football and volleyball, which kick off this week. The pair also talk through winners from the Ventura County Cross Country Championships, the impact of last week's football games and who can clinch a league title in the upcoming Week Nine slate. Don't forget to subscribe to the show wherever you are listening!
15 Oct 2026
S2E9: Playoffs arrive for fall sports!
Lock in for a packed episode of Prep Period — the 50th episode of the show! Ventura County Star sports reporters Joe Curley and Dominic Massimino talk through the top storylines of the week, highlighted by an interview with Del Sol athletic director Chris Holdsworth on the Jaguars preparing to open their long-awaited football stadium. Then, the pair interview Newbury Park setter Keira Overbeck on the Panthers' strong Marmonte League run into the playoffs and Pacifica flag football star DiMyla Aipiu on living up to her family name — and carving her own path — as the Tritons won a Pacific View League title. Finally, the duo discussed a pivotal week of high school football with upsets and key victories for local programs. Don't forget to subscribe to the show if you enjoyed it!
8 Oct 2026
S2E8: Records fall in the West County
Ventura County Star sports reporters Joe Curley and Dominic Massimino have got a fun show in store for you, with a pair of great interviews lined up and a huge week of local football to preview.
First, the pair talk about some of the highest risers in The Star's midseason top-100 football rankings — players who went from unranked to near the top of the list. Then, Rio Mesa cross country star Derek Luna comes on to talk about breaking the meet record on the Ventura County Championships course at Lake Casitas last week. Stick around for London Lefler from Newbury Park revealing her college commitment and breaking some spring sports news live on the show.
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