Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker talk about the brutal schedule coming up for USU and where the Aggies need to be following those 6 games to still be considered for a high seed in the NCAA tournament. Mountain West Conference releases its strategic plan: “Ascend Together: Our Path To Excellence.” Is it a lot of PR puffery, or does it adequately lay out a plan of excellence for the future of the conference?
Feb 01, 2024•57 min
Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker look at the upcoming schedule for Utah State, a veritable gauntlet for the Aggies through the top teams in the Mountain West. NCAA lawsuits over NIL. Region 11 standings at the halfway point of region play. Utah Jazz finish January with a whimper after starting with a roar.
Feb 01, 2024•56 min
Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker recap Utah State's win over San Jose State in the Spectrum Tuesday. Great Osobor approached an all-time USU record with free throw attempts. Big performances from Martinez, Brown and Johnson. Aggies will need to cut down turnovers in their game at San Diego State on Saturday. It's tough to win on the road in the Mountain West Conference. USU Softball selected 7th in preseason poll.
Jan 31, 2024•57 min
In a shortened show, Jason Walker and Eric Frandsen preview Utah State's matchup with San Jose State and the challenges the Spartans could bring. Included in that preview are comments from USU head coach Danny Sprinkle. Also, the reveal of the Cache Valley Media Group Players of the week for last week's high school games. And finally a look at the Utah Jazz, including Keyonte George and Walker Kessler being selected to the Rising Stars game for All-Star Weekend.
Jan 30, 2024•1 hr 13 min
Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker discuss whether or not the Utah Jazz should trade away some of their veteran players. Recapping an exciting Friday night in Region 11 boys basketball.
Jan 30, 2024•16 min
Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker recap USU's big win at Boise State on Saturday. Aggies raising in the polls and in stats. Recapping a busy and crazy weekend in Mountain West men's basketball Pick 6 results
Jan 29, 2024•57 min
Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker debate bad NBA team names and Utah Jazz yellow jerseys. Big night for Region 11: #3 Logan at #11 Ridgeline; #4 Green Canyon at #5 Bear River; #17 Sky View at #8 Mountain Crest. Utah State commit Kase Wynott breaks the high school scoring record in Idaho. Trade rumors continue around the Utah Jazz, notably Kelly Olynyk, Talen Horton-Tucker and Jordan Clarkson. Predictions for the AFC and NFC championship games.
Jan 27, 2024•56 min
Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker preview Utah State's basketball game at Boise State Saturday. Post-practice interview with USU men's basketball coach Danny Sprinkle. Sky View girls basketball picks up a win over Mountain Crest. Pick 6
Jan 26, 2024•57 min
Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker interview Utah State gymnastics coach Kristin White.
Jan 26, 2024•27 min
Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker interview Utah State Safety Ike Larsen.
Jan 26, 2024•15 min
Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker preview the Utah Jazz game against Washington. The Jazz need to turn their ship around quickly because the schedule gets more challenging. Mountain West results from Wednesday night (with their affect on NET rankings). Region 11 boys basketball game recaps from Wednesday night. Preview of Sky View vs Mountain Crest girls basketball which will be broadcast on Cache Valley Daily. The new Westfield High School will be joining Region 11 next year. Blake and Brittany An...
Jan 25, 2024•45 min
Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker discuss the surprising scores throughout the Mountain West Tuesday night - and how it has affected NET rankings for some of those teams. Smith Entertainment Group moves closer to bringing an NHL franchise to Utah. Predictions for the NFL Conference Championships (which will be heard on The FAN). 18 teams command 50% of all college football viewership.
Jan 25, 2024•56 min
Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker interview Utah State head gymnastics coach Kristin White. USU gymnastics hosts their first home meet of the season on Friday vs Air Force. Cache Valley Media Group Prep Players of the Week presented by McDonalds Rivalry Wednesday throughout Region 11 boys basketball Wednesday. Scores from Region 11 girls basketball games on Tuesday.
Jan 24, 2024•57 min
Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker break down how Sam Merrill has become a star in his role with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Plus a look at the keys for the Utah Jazz to ends its two-game losing streak tonight against the New Orleans Pelicans. San Jose State announced its next head coach, Frandsen and Walker react to that news. And finally the two finish up with the Stat that Blew Our Mind and the Full Court Press Players of the Week.
Jan 24, 2024•46 min
Jason Walker and Eric Frandsen hand our their mid-season grades for the Utah Jazz, including marks for offense, defense, coaching and some individual awards for some of the players. Walker and Frandsen then go off on the Milwaukee Bucks for their decision to fire head coach Adrian Griffin and then finish off the hour with a look at the 2024 Team USA Men's Basketball Olympic player pool.
Jan 23, 2024•57 min
Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker discuss the NFL Division Round, including the performance of former Aggies Jordan Love and Deven Thompkins for their respective teams. And a look at the NBA, the Utah Jazz are on a two-game losing streak but former USU star Sam Merrill continues to light it up for the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Jan 23, 2024•56 min
Jason Walker and Eric Frandsen react to Utah State's 21-point win over Fresno State, talking about how the Aggies improved after the loss to New Mexico and how the win can provide momentum for a key game at Boise State later in the week. Then a round-up of the weekend's games with the current rankings and the standings for the Mountain West as a whole. And then the same for Region 11 boys basketball, how do things look after three games in a competitive region?
Jan 22, 2024•57 min
Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker discuss trade rumors connected to the Utah Jazz. Region 11 boys basketball schedule for Friday night: Mountain Crest vs Bear River; Green Canyon vs Logan; and, Sky View vs Ridgeline. Pick 6. NFL Divisional Rounds.
Jan 20, 2024•56 min
Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker preview Utah State vs Fresno State on Saturday in the Spectrum. Post-practice interview with Danny Sprinkle, previewing the Bulldogs. Mountain West Conference men's basketball schedule Friday and Saturday. Big League Utah hosts the A's as they look for a temporary home for their baseball franchise.
Jan 19, 2024•57 min
Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker interview Utah State football standout defensive player Ike Larsen. Ryan Lorenson, play-by-play announcer for the Utah State club hockey team, joins the show to discuss USU's hockey season so far. Utah Jazz face the Oklahoma City Thunder. Updated Region 11 boys basketball standings and results from Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024. The A's may be relocating to Salt Lake City, temporarily.
Jan 19, 2024•56 min
Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker try to point out the good things that happened for USU in their loss at New Mexico. Region 11 boys basketball schedule: Ridgeline at Bear River; Green Canyon at Mountain Crest; Sky View at Logan. New football coaches announced at Sky View (Eric Alder) and Logan (Nathan Butts). Picking home games that are most likely to result in victories. A trade in the NBA kind of affects the Utah Jazz.
Jan 18, 2024•56 min
Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker react to Utah State's 99-86 loss at New Mexico. Listeners weigh in on the loss. What does USU need to address after the loss? Scores and NET ranking updates from throughout the Mountain West.
Jan 17, 2024•57 min
Can the Mountain West be a 6-bid league? Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker debate how many teams from the conference may make the NCAA tournament. Utah State in the midst of a special season. The Aggies have a tough challenge tonight at New Mexico. How high can the Jazz rise in the Western Conference standings? Brennan leaves San Jose State to take the job at Arizona. Looking ahead to the match-ups in the NFL divisional rounds (which will be broadcast on 106.9 FM / 1390 AM The FAN). Stat that Blew ...
Jan 17, 2024•56 min
Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker preview Utah State men's basketball's match-up against New Mexico in Albuquerque. Cache Valley Media Group Region 11 Prep Players of the Week: Jordan Child and Emilee Skinner. USU men's basketball coach Danny Sprinkle previews the Lobos. Pick 6 results.
Jan 16, 2024•57 min
Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker recap USU's exciting win over UNLV Saturday. Aggies move up in the AP Top-25, Coaches Top-25 and NET rankings. Other scores and standings throughout the Mountain West Conference. An exciting night to open Region 11 boys basketball resulted in a surprise road win and a triple overtime thriller. Jordan Love shines in his NFL playoff debut with a win over the Cowboys in Dallas.
Jan 15, 2024•57 min
Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker preview Utah Jazz vs Toronto Raptors. Trade rumors around the NBA are starting to swirl. What Jazz players are getting mentioned? Should the Jazz be looking to make any trades? NBA releases its study about load management and proposes changes to its Draft Night. Schedules for Region 11 boys basketball as teams open region play throughout Northern Utah.
Jan 13, 2024•56 min
Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker preview Utah State at UNLV in Mountain West Conference play. Post-practice interview with USU coach Danny Sprinkle. Games to watch (and others to miss) throughout the Mountain West this weekend. The FAN will carry all the NFL playoff games this weekend; when and where will former Aggies Jordan Love and Deven Thompkins play?
Jan 12, 2024•57 min
Jason Walker and Ajay Salvesen discuss the recent winning the Utah Jazz have suddenly started doing, what does it mean for a team that isn't a contender but doesn't seem to want to tank? Also, a discussion on trying to reconcile the off-the-court controversies of Karl Malone and John Stockton with the legacies they left on the court in Jazz uniforms.
Jan 12, 2024•56 min
Jason Walker and Ajay Salveson discuss Utah State reportedly hiring New Mexico State defensive coordinator Nate Dreiling to replace Joe Cauthen as head of the Aggie defense. Jason give his take on why this hire may be the biggest thing head coach Blake Anderson does this season.
Jan 11, 2024•57 min
Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker discuss the details about the Mountain West and Pac-12 scheduling agreement that were revealed in the Oregonian. Nick Saban retires from Alabama. Who might replace him? Re-ranking Region 11 boys basketball as they get ready to open region play.
Jan 11, 2024•56 min