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The Pawd: Episode 26 (Lauryn Carranco, Makenna Pettey)

The Pawd
Published on 1/20/2026
The Pawd
Published on 1/20/2026
On this episode of The Pawd, Fresno State softball players Lauryn Carranco and Makenna Pettey join the show to preview the 2025 season. Carranco talks about returning home to play for her hometown team, while Pettey, a freshman named to a mid-major watchlist, shares what she's most looking forward to in her first collegiate season. Hosted by: Taylor Martinez and Sophia Sandoval
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Published on 4/2/2026

On this episode of The Pawd, former high school teammates Simeon Harris and Croix Stewart reunite at Fresno State. Harris reflects on his standout 2025 season on the Bulldogs' defense, his "no panic" mantra, and why he makes it a point to support fellow Fresno State teams. Stewart shares his family's reaction to his decision to transfer from UCLA to the Valley and what fans can expect from him this season.
Published on 3/31/2026

On this episode of The Pawd, Paris Mahoney and Paloma Primavera of the equestrian team join the show to preview Big 12 Championship weekend. The duo shares how they first met as kids through riding lessons before reuniting at Fresno State, and reflect on what makes the program so special.
Published on 3/26/2026

On this episode of The Pawd, we celebrate National Athletic Training Month with Fresno State's new Senior Associate AD for Sports Medicine and Athletic Health Care Administrator, Dustin Williams. He shares his journey with USA Track and Field, why Fresno State was the right move, and where sports medicine is headed.
Published on 3/24/2026