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Full Court Press

Cache Valley Media Group1069thefan.com

Experienced sports personalities Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker take on all the trending sports topics regarding Utah State University sports along with the Mountain West and new Pac-12. Also, everything related to the Utah Jazz, Utah Mammoth and Real Salt Lake. And last but not least, it's the home for talk about sports for Cache and Box Elder county high schools.

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Episodes

Interview with Utah State pole vaulter Logan Hammer

Utah State pole vaulter Logan Hammer joins the Full Court Press to discuss his stellar sophomore season. He won five meet titles this year including the Mountain West Outdoor Championships and took 16th at the NCAA Outdoor National Championships.

Jun 11, 202417 min

Steve Klauke's passing, USU Soccer running it back, Logan Hammer interview - June 11, 2024

Jason Walker and Eric Frandsen go over the latest in local sports, including the tragic passing of longtime Salt Lake Bees play-by-play voice Steve Klauke. Also, Utah State soccer is gearing up to run it back after a historic 2023 campaign, several players have already committed to returning for a fifth season of eligibility. And to cap it off, an interview with Mountain West champion pole vaulter and Second Team All-American, Logan Hammer.

Jun 11, 202457 min

Preseason all-MW teams from Athlon and Phil Steele, any USU snubs? - June 10, 2024

Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker discuss the Athlon and Phil Steele All-Mountain West teams, were there any USU snubs and what do these preseason projections indicate. Also, a look at where many of the national outlets currently have Utah State in their predicted orders of finish. And to end the show, which athletes from Region 11 were recognized in the end-of-year awards for high school sports by the Deseret News?

Jun 10, 202457 min

Aggies recognized by Athlon Sports; NBA eyes expansion; Pick 6 - June 7, 2024

Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker discuss Athlon Sports Mountain West pre-season teams, recognizing 11 different Aggies. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver mentions expansion could happen in the near future. Which cities make the most sense for a new NBA franchise (in America, Mexico, Canada or Europe)? Potential trade buzz surrounding the Utah Jazz. Pick 6

Jun 07, 202457 min

Interview with Ridgeline softball, head coach Mike Anderson, players Anne Wallace & Brielle Gardiner

Three members of Ridgeline's 4A state title-winning softball team joined Jason Walker and Eric Frandsen on the Full Court Press -- head coach Mike Anderson, junior catcher Anne Wallace and freshman pitcher Brielle Gardiner. The three share their experience with going 30-1 this season and how the Riverhawks' program has grown since this was the third straight season they've appeared in the title game (winning twice).

Jun 06, 202424 min

Ridgeline softball interview; CFB playoff/bowl schedule released; Utah NHL team name updates - Jun 6, 2024

Starting off today's episode was an interview with Ridgeline softball head coach Mike Anderson along with two members of the 4A state title-winning Riverhawks, Anne Wallace and Brielle Gardiner. Then, Jason Walker and Eric Frandsen shift to college football as the playoff/bowl schedules have been released along with news about teams now being allowed to place corporate sponsor logos on football fields. And also an update on the Utah NHL team name as the vote has narrowed the choice to six potent...

Jun 06, 202456 min

Interview with Bear River girls lacrosse head coach Jeremy Webb

Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker are joined by the head coach of Bear River girls lacrosse, Jeremy Webb. The Bears have won three straight 4A state titles and Webb discusses how he and the girls at Bear River have managed to create such a powerhouse of the sport.

Jun 03, 202420 min

Interview with Ridgeline boys soccer head coach Richard Alexander

The head coach of Ridgeline boys soccer, Richard Alexander, joins the Full Court Press with Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker to discuss his team's 16-2 season which included a Region 11 title and a 4A Utah state championship -- the third such title in Riverhawks school history -- the highs and lows of a dramatic season for Cache Valley's top boys soccer team.

May 31, 202420 min

Sneak peak of team names; Jazz trading picks?; basketball roster building - May 29, 2024

Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker discuss two of the top four NHL names that Ryan Smith has revealed from the fan vote. Utah Jazz trading draft picks to get an established star? Updates and reactions about the NBA playoffs. Roster building through the transfer portal vs high school recruits. UHSAA announces Academic All-State for spring sports.

May 29, 202456 min

Which MW schools did the best this year? Portal updates and best recruiting classes - May 28, 2024

Jason Walker and Eric Frandsen go over which teams were the best performers overall in the Mountain West for the 2023-24 academic year, both in championships won and in overall placement in each of the sports. Then, an update on the transfer portal as Josh Uduje has found a new home. And a quick discussion on which teams in the Mountain West have had the best transfer class in men's basketball.

May 28, 202457 min

Athletes will soon be payed directly by schools; EA Sports to pay colleges based on AP Poll appearances - May 24, 2024

The biggest news of the moment is the upcoming settlement agreement for a class-action lawsuit against the NCAA which will pave the way for schools to directly pay college athletes through revenue sharing. Jason Walker and Eric Frandsen discuss what that could mean for college sports and what the landscape may look like going forward. Also, a look at the revenue EA Sports will be paying college teams, how that money is being divided up and

May 24, 202457 min

SP+ Rankings for USU and Mtn West, New recruits for football, MBB, HS Playoff updates - May 22, 2024

Jason Walker goes over the new SP+ rankings from ESPN, where the Aggies rank along with the rest of the Mountain West. Of particular note is how poorly Utah State's defense was ranked by SP+ and Walker discusses how crucial it will be for USU to turn things around on that end. Then, a look at the numerous recruits for football and men's basketball that committed over the weekend, and an update on local high school teams in the 4A playoffs across numerous spring sports.

May 22, 202457 min

Utah State Football - Kyle Cefalo - May 20, 2024

Co-offensive coordinator and Wide Receivers Coach Kyle Cefalo chats with Ajay Salvesen to talk about the spring ball season, transfer portal, offensive new look, and what to look forward come fall camp.

May 20, 202424 minSeason 3Ep. 8
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