Becky Burke has been busy heading into her first season as Arizona women's basketball coach, but she took a few minutes to join us to preview the Wildcats' upcoming season, and what fans should expect from this new era of UA women's hoops. Plus, what can we expect from Arizona football's defense in 2025, and what can UA football do to improve its NIL situation?
Fresh off a gold-medal performance for Team USA's U19 team, incoming freshman Koa Peat has Wildcat fans excited for next season. ESPN college hoops analyst Fran Fraschilla joins us to discuss Peat and the Wildcats' 2025-26 outlook, as well as changes he'd make to the transfer portal and NCAA Tournament format. Plus, can we already consider Brent Brennan's new coaching additions a big win after some major commitments in the last couple weeks?
Arizona Wildcats football landed a big commitment in four-star quarterback Oscar Rios, and ended the weekend with another strong running back commitment. GOAZCATS.com Senior Editor Matt Moreno joins us to discuss UA's recruiting and transfer portal success under Seth Doege, and whether that can lead to immediate success on the field. Matt also evaluates Koa Peat's impressive performances for the USA U19 team. Plus, thoughts on Carter Bryant's NBA destination, the Bear Down Blueprint, NCAA Tourna...
The end of the Arizona baseball season means Wildcat athletics is officially out for summer. So, Arizona Daily Star men's basketball beat writer Bruce Pascoe joins us to preview the 2025-26 season, including the incoming high-school commits and international players. Plus, reaction to the end of the Arizona baseball's postseason run, thoughts on the men's basketball team's Big 12 schedule and new McKale Center court design - and what would we do if we were Arizona's athletic director for a day?...
The Arizona Wildcats are College World Series-bound for the 19th team in program history. Super Regionals hero Mason White joins us briefly after landing in Omaha to discuss the road to the CWS and the challenge ahead (apologies for the rough audio!), and D1Baseball.com's Joe Healy, who was at the Chapel Hill Super Regional, stops by for an in-depth preview of Arizona's side of the bracket. Plus, our picks for Omaha, thoughts on a new college basketball rule, the NIL house settlement.
The Arizona Wildcats rolled through the Eugene regional to face top-ranked North Carolina in the Super Regionals. Former UA baseball coach and two-time College World Series champion Andy Lopez joins us to dish on what it will take for the Wildcats to move on, and he shares some incredible stories from his coaching days. Also, thoughts on the latest edition to the men's basketball roster, softball transfers, and changes to the College Football Hall of Fame entry rules.
Fresh off yet another conference tournament win, the Arizona Wildcats are riding a ton of momentum heading into Regionals. Arizona baseball coach Chip Hale and D1Baseball.com reporter Shotgun Spratling join us to break everything down as the Wildcats head to Eugene for a stacked Regional with Oregon, Cal Poly and Utah Valley. Plus, thoughts on the future of the UA softball team – and who’s on our Mount Rushmore of Arizona football players?
Where does Arizona men's basketball turn now that Carter Bryant is officially NBA-bound? Are we feeling better about Arizona football after our chat with Brent Brennan at the Bear Down Takeover in Scottsdale? And who are the best coaches in the history of Arizona athletics? We tackle all of these topics and more with former Arizona SID Blair Willis.
With spring practice in the books, new Arizona Wildcats offensive coordinator Seth Doege makes his Wildcat Country debut to preview the upcoming season, talk Noah Fifita and his offensive scheme, and players to watch in 2025. Plus, thoughts on Arizona baseball's struggles, the softball team's Regionals draw, the men's basketball schedule, the possibility of adding more automatic bids to the College Football Playoff, and more.
He keeps racking up awards and is set to lead Arizona into the NCAA men's tennis championships. Big 12 Player of the Year Colton Smith joins us to discuss his success at both the college and pro level, and preview the Wildcats' postseason run. Plus, Wildcat play-by-play man Brian Jeffries stops by to talk Caleb Love's legacy, Carter Bryant's future, Sidi Gueye's signing, and the outlook for Arizona baseball and football.
Tetairoa McMillan just became the highest drafted offensiveplayer in Arizona football history. Former UA cornerback Victor Yates joins us to react to T-Mac being taken No. 8 overall by the Panthers, and preview the upcoming football season, including fan support and the NIL factor heading into 2025. Plus, thoughts on the pending Carter Bryant decision, women’s basketball recruiting, and which spring Wildcat program has the highest ceiling in the postseason.
Carter Bryant has yet to make a decision on his future. New women's basketball coach Becky Burke has hit the ground running. Spring football is in full swing. We discuss these topics and more with Chris Brown of AZBandCatSports.com, making his Wildcat Country debut!
Expectations are low for Arizona football heading into nextseason – but Barrett Baker likes what he’s seen during spring practice. The former UA football captain joins us to provide an early season preview, including his thoughts on the new additions to the roster and coaching staff. Plus, our thoughts on Adia Barnes’ departure, Brayden Burries, the baseball andsoftball teams’ success – and would a free concessions policy boost attendance at Arizona Stadium?
Arizona basketball's roster has already experienced a big shakeup following its season-ending loss to Duke. GoAZCats.com Senior Editor Matt Moreno joins us to discuss Koa Peat's commitment, Brayden Burries' likely destination, and the departures of KJ Lewis, Henri Veesaar and Emmanuel Stephen. Matt also looks at the future of UA football recruiting with the additions of Seth Doege and Joe Salave'a. Plus, we make our Final Four predictions and discuss whether the 2024-25 basketball season was a s...
The Arizona Wildcats survived and advanced, setting up a showdown with top-seeded Duke that's packed with subplots. ESPN and FOX basketball analyst Matt Muehlebach joins us to preview the game, including what Arizona must do to pull off the upset. Plus, we make our picks for the game and predict the Final Four with Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino GM Mike Kintner.
After an impressive showing in the Big 12 Tournament, the Arizona Wildcats earned a 4 seed in the Big Dance and will face 13th-seeded Akron in the first round. UA radio analyst Ryan Hansen joins us to preview the game and the East Region, including potential showdowns with Oregon and Duke. Plus, we make our predictions for how far the Wildcats will go in the NCAA Tournament, and which team will win it all.
It's the 250th episode of Wildcat Country, and we've got a big giveaway courtesy of Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino! Be sure to listen to the beginning of the show to learn how to enter. But stick around, because Arizona Daily Star men's basketball beat writer Bruce Pascoe joins us to discuss the Wildcats' chances in the Big 12 and NCAA Tournaments, as well as Tommy Lloyd's comments about McKale Center. Plus, we make our Big 12 Tournament predictions, talk a little women's hoops, and more!
Arizona put up 113 points on ASU, but Wildcat fans aren't feeling good about the defense -- or lack thereof -- they saw from UA in that game, or in recent matchups with BYU and Iowa State. FOX and ESPN analyst Matt Muehlebach joins us with some analysis on Arizona's recent struggles on defense, and whether the Wildcats can right the ship before the NCAA Tournament. Also, we make our picks for Arizona's Big 12 regular-season finale at Kansas, we rank the best active sports programs on UA campus, ...
After a disappointing and controversial end to the BYU game, Arizona rebounded with a convincing win over Utah. Now, a rematch at Iowa State looms large. Levi Stevenson, host of the Iowa State "Wide Right & Natty Lite" podcast, joins us to preview and predict Saturday's showdown in Ames. Plus, we share our thoughts on the end of the BYU game and the awful postgame chants that followed, and we discuss Duane Akina's depature from Arizona football.
After losing a tough home game to Houston, the ArizonaWildcats showed some grit with a big road win over Baylor. Arizona radio analyst Ryan Hansen joins us to provide some great stats and insight into the team as it enters the final stretch of the regular season, and we make our picks for upcoming home matchups with BYU and Utah. Plus, Arizona football defensive coordinator Danny Gonzales opens up on the state of the football program -- and he shares some candid thoughts about fan criticism....
After a big home win over Texas Tech, the Arizona Wildcats' win streak came to an end at Kansas State. Can UA rebound at McKale against No. 6 Houston -- and how does this Arizona team stack up with others in the Tommy Lloyd era? Former Arizona guard and current Wildcat radio analyst Reggie Geary joins us to provide an outlook for the rest of the season. Plus, we make our picks for Arizona's matchups with Houston and at Baylor, we talk women's hoops, baseball, softball and more!
Arizona Wildcats basketball continues to climb the rankings and metrics following its road sweep of ASU and BYU. But can UA avenge its only Big 12 loss? Joe Lopez, cohost of the Texas Tech "Tortillas & Takes" podcast, joins us to preview and predict the big showdown between the Wildcats and Red Raiders at McKale Center. Plus, thoughts on Bobby Hurley's postgame antics, Alijah Arenas choosing USC, the Wildcats' 2025 football schedule and a lot more.
With Monday's dramatic OT win over Iowa State, the Arizona Wildcats' Big 12 title hopes and NCAA Tournament positioning continue to improve. But just how good can this team become? College hoops analytics expert Evan Miyakawa makes his Wildcat Country debut to discuss Arizona's strengths (including in the "kill shot" category), and how the Cats stack up with the best teams in the Big 12. Plus, we make our picks for UA's upcoming games against ASU and BYU, talk some football and women's hoops -- ...
It's a bonus episode of Wildcat Country with instant reaction to Arizona's crazy overtime win over No. 3 Iowa State. What does Caleb Love's shot mean for him and the team the rest of the season, and how will Love's half-court heave be remembered in Wildcat history?
Arizona Wildcats men's basketball suffered its first Big 12 loss but is 6-1 in conference play heading into home matchups with Colorado and No. 3 Iowa State. ESPN and FOX Sports broadcaster Matt Muehlebach joins us to discuss the Wildcats' success and opportunities for improvement going forward, including their struggles in late-game situations. Plus, our predictions for Arizona's next two games, and do we agree with some pessimistic predictions for Arizona football in 2025?
Thanks in large part to the emergence of Henri Veesaar, the Wildcats remain undefeated in Big 12 play. Arizona basketball radio analyst Ryan Hansen joins us to discuss the Cats' win streak, preview the rest of the season and react to Tommy Lloyd's fiery comments after the UCF game. Plus, predictions for UA's upcoming matchups at Texas Tech and Oklahoma State, reaction to the football team's hiring of Joe Salave'a, and our picks for the CFP championship game.
It's a double-guest episode to begin the new year! GOAZCATS.com Senior Editor Matt Moreno joins us to discuss what Bryce James' commitment means for Arizona, and how the football team has improved in the transfer portal. Also, former Wildcat cornerback Victor Yates makes his Wildcat Country debut to discuss the state of the football program, relive his favorite Territorial Cup memories, and make picks for the CFP semifinals.
2024 was a challenging year for Arizona Wildcats fans, but there were plenty of good moments to remember. We share our favorite memories from the year and make some bold predictions for 2025. Plus, thoughts on the football team's transfer portal moves, the men's basketball team's Big 12-opening win over TCU, and predictions for upcoming games at Cincinnati and West Virginia. Also, our CFP quarterfinal picks.
The Arizona volleyball team gave Wildcat fans some much needed holiday cheer with an NIVC tournament championship. Coach Charita Stubbs joins us to discuss the victory. Plus, reaction to Noah Fifita's announcement and Seth Doege being named offensive coordinator, and the men's basketball team's continued descent with a late collapse vs. UCLA.
It has been, to put it mildly, a rough time for Arizona Wildcats fans -- and National Signing Day didn't do much to boost morale. GOAZCATS.com Senior Editor Matt Moreno helps break down the loss of top QB recruit Robert McDaniel, discusses Noah Fifita's status, and analyzes areas that Brent Brennan is likely to focus on in the transfer portal. Plus, we preview the men's basketball team's showdown with UCLA in Phoenix, make some early CFP predictions -- and discuss who would win a hypothetical 20...
