Westlake Chap Casts

Following a devastating knee injury, Nitya Kondaveeti was left with a difficult decision ahead of her senior season. Tune in to hear how her journey back to the court defines the culture of Westlake Women's Basketball.

Emma Powell joined the Covert Auto Group Drive Home following a Senior Night win over Del Valle. Tune in to hear Powell's reaction to a dominant win and what it means to be a Chap.

This Westlake Nation Podcast features a candid interview with Cade Klubnik as he prepares for his final game as a Westlake Chaparral. Klubnik knows the next step in his future will be difficult. Hear how his family, his friends, his teammates, his coaches and his faith paved the way for his success both on and off the field.

Junior wide receiver, Jaden Greathouse, joined our Chap of the Week podcast ahead of the win over PSJA North. Hear how grateful Jaden is to the wide receivers who welcomed him to the program and how he's learning to lead as a junior captain.

Junior wide receiver, Hunter Luke, joined the Chap of the Week Podcast ahead of Westlake's win over Katy. His journey to Westlake is a powerful tale of loss, love and the power of family. Enjoy Know Your Why with Hunter Luke.

Senior defensive lineman, Aden Ponce, joined our Chap of the Week Podcast ahead of the Region Final win over Vandegrift. Ponce talks about the love he has for Westlake, his teammates and the passion behind his game.

Judson Crockett joins our Chap of the Week Podcast ahead of the Area Championship. Hear the sophomore cornerback talk about his relationships with his brothers and how he uses his math skills to take football one step at a time.

In this Westlake Nation Podcast, Westlake's defensive coordinator and assistant head coach, Tony Salazar joins us ahead of the Area Championship win over New Braunfels. Coach Salazar breaks down the win over Hutto, the importance of respecting your opponent and playing football the Westlake way.

Our Chap of the Week conversation ahead of the win over Hutto featured junior wide receiver, Keaton Kubecka. Tune in for this Westlake Nation Podcast as Keaton shares his thoughts on wide receivers becoming defenders and his journey from playing against Westlake to being a Chap.

Senior captain and linebacker, Jacob Leopold, joined the Chap of the Week Podcast ahead of the District Championship. Hear Jacob's thoughts on being a senior leader, playing with his twin brother and what goes through his mind before each snap.

Senior captain and center, Jack Griffin, brings levity to the offensive line and tries to make everyone around him happy. Jack joined our Chap of the Week Podcast ahead of the win over Austin High to chat about how being selfless inspires him and his teammates to get better every day.

Senior captain and defensive end, Ethan Burke, joined our Chap of the Week Podcast ahead of the homecoming win over Akins. Enjoy our conversation that covers topics like his evolution as a defensive lineman, how lacrosse powers football and the moments that have defined the 2021 season.

Senior offensive lineman and Texas commit, Connor Robertson, joined our Chap of the Week podcast to chat about what he calls the best year of his life as he goes from the new guy at Westlake to a team captain.

Senior defensive back and team captain, Luke Aaron, joined our Chap of the Week Podcast ahead of the win over Bowie. Hear his thoughts on being named a captain, overcoming adversity and learning how to be a leader.

Jason Jones is in his 15th year of coaching high school football and his 11th year at Westlake. Following a two-year stint in the Greater Houston Area, Jones returned to Westlake as the Strength and Speed Coordinator. Coach Jones joined the Westlake Nation Podcast ahead of Westlake's win over Bowie to talk about working with all student-athletes and being a Chap.

Pierce Turner joined our Chap of the Week Podcast ahead of the win over San Marcos to talk about what it means to be a senior and how patience has boosted his confidence.

Junior defensive end, Colton Vasek, joins the Chap of the Week Podcast to chat about growing up in the Westlake field house with his father who is now his position coach. Tune in as Vasek shares his thoughts on shaping his leadership abilities.

Senior offensive lineman, Michael Mckelvy, joins the Chap of the Week Podcast ahead of Westlake's non-district finale with Mansfield Summit. Mckelvy discusses his emotional play against Trinity and how being a coach's kid has some advantages.

Tony Salazar joins the Westlake Nation Podcast, Getting Defensive with Tony Salazar, before returning to Crusader Stadium. Salazar played college football at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. He also began his coaching career on the sidelines at UHMB and that journey comes full circle as he leads the Chaparral defense against Mansfield Summit.

Senior defensive back and team captain, Carter Barksdale, joins the Chap of the Week Podcast ahead of the home opener with Trinity. Enjoy our conversation about being a captain, upholding a legacy and being there for his younger teammates.