Coach Wes Miller & the South Plains Track Dynasty | JUCO to D1 Pipeline

Airey Bros.'s Radio

On Episode 370 of Airey Bros Radio, we go belly to belly with Coach Wes Miller, the architect behind South Plains College’s 2025 NJCAA Indoor & Outdoor Track & Field National Championships. With over 250 All-Americans, 15 Power 5 transfers, and $4 million in scholarships earned in 2025 alone, South Plains is proving JUCO is no backup plan—it’s a launching pad for greatness.Coach Miller shares his journey across NCAA D1, NAIA, and JUCO coaching, and why South Plains is one of the best-kept secrets in the country for track & field development. Whether you're an athlete, coach, or parent exploring options beyond the traditional D1 route, this episode is your blueprint for success.

Why Listen:

• JUCO-to-D1 recruiting strategy
  
• South Plains’ elite track facilities and athlete support system
  
• Misconceptions about JUCO programs
  
• Athlete development, progression, and placement insights
  
• Coaching philosophy and team culture at one of the top JUCOs in the country
  

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⏱️ Show Notes:

• 0:52 – Coach Wes Miller introduction and SPC’s national titles in 2025
  
• 1:47 – Over 250 All-Americans, 95 athletes to four-year schools, $4M in scholarships
  
• 4:00 – Coach Miller’s path from finance major to elite JUCO head coach
  
• 8:49 – From distance runner to jumps/multis coach—learning on the job
  
• 13:06 – South Plains scores in 16 of 21 events at nationals
  
• 17:01 – Comparing JUCO, D1, and NAIA from a coach’s perspective
  
• 20:59 – JUCO athlete mindset: development, maturity, and purpose
  
• 25:30 – Where SPC athletes are transferring: Bama, Clemson, FSU, Kentucky, etc.
  
• 30:40 – South Plains facilities breakdown: 8-lane track, 24-hour weight room
  
• 37:37 – Offseason planning: recruiting, redshirting, weight room work
  
• 47:00 – Surprising fact: South Plains also has a top-tier rodeo program
  
• 53:00 – Busting JUCO myths: It's not just for athletes with academic issues
  
• 55:45 – Miller’s closing thoughts on athlete support and coaching passion
  
• 57:01 – Coach Miller’s go-to coffee order: Nespresso + heavy cream

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