After another Pac-12 Tournament championship, the Arizona Wildcats men's basketball team heads into the NCAA Tournament as the No. 2 seed in the South region. Pac-12 and FOX Sports analyst Casey Jacobsen joins us to preview the Wildcats' first-round game vs. Princeton and other potential matchups for UA in that region. Plus, former Arizona SID Blair Willis joins us to make predictions for the NCAA Tournament, including Final Four and national champion picks. And we break down the women's basketb...
Mar 14, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 145
After an LA road split to end the regular season, the Arizona Wildcats men's basketball team enters the Pac-12 Tournament with some questions, and a chance to improve their NCAA Tournament seeding. Pac-12 Networks analyst and former UA sharpshooting guard Matt Muehlebach joins us to break down the Wildcats' chances to repeat as conference tourney champs in Las Vegas. Plus, we make our own game-by-game predictions for the Pac-12 Tournament, and discuss what has gone wrong for the slumping women's...
Mar 06, 2023•53 min•Season 1Ep. 144
After the 60-foot shot that will live in infamy, where does the Arizona Wildcats men's basketball team go from here -- and what are their best- and worst-case NCAA Tournament scenarios? CBS Sports bracketologist Jerry Palm joins us to analyze the scenarios still in play. Plus, a preview of Arizona's chances in the women's Pac-12 Tournament after a pair of losses in Oregon, and our predictions for the upcoming men's basketball games at USC and UCLA.
Feb 27, 2023•47 min•Season 1Ep. 143
Are the Arizona Wildcats destined for the Big 12? CBS Sports national college football writer Dennis Dodd joins us to share the latest news on the realignment front. Plus, after a pair of home sweeps, where will Arizona men's and women's basketball land in the NCAA Tournament, and what must they do to ensure the best possible scenarios? Also, we share our thoughts on Wildcat baseball and softball, and possible rule changes to speed up college football games next season.
Feb 21, 2023•43 min•Season 1Ep. 142
After rolling for nearly a month, the Arizona Wildcats men's basketball team had an unexpected setback at Stanford. Bruce Pascoe, UA men's basketball beat writer for the Arizona Daily Star, joins us to recap the loss and look ahead to the rest of the season, beginning with home matchups vs. Utah and Colorado. Plus, thoughts on the women's basketball team's remaining schedule, the possibility of Arizona moving to the Big 12, and the beginning of the baseball and softball seasons.
Feb 15, 2023•47 min•Season 1Ep. 141
It was an impressive pair of sweeps for Arizona Wildcats men's and women's basketball last weekend. We discuss both, and chat with Pac-12 Networks play-by-play man Ted Robinson on what the men need to do to continue their hot streak. Plus, predictions for UA's upcoming games, including the ladies' showdown with Stanford at McKale Center, and thoughts on the football team's addition of Duane Akina to the coaching staff.
Feb 08, 2023•57 min•Season 1Ep. 140
The Arizona Wildcats men's basketball team is once again clicking on all cylinders, and has looked especially impressive on defense during its four-game winning streak. Pac-12 and FOX Sports analyst Casey Jacobsen explains the Wildcats' resurgence, and whether it will continue the rest of the season, including the NCAA Tournament. Plus, we make our picks for the upcoming men's and women's basketball games, and discuss whether the Pac-12's latest financial blunder is another sign that Arizona sho...
Feb 01, 2023•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 139
The Arizona Wildcats men's basketball team looks to be back on track following home wins over USC and No. 5 UCLA. We recap those victories and look ahead with 1997 national champion and "Bear Down Ballers" podcast host AJ Bramlett. Plus, we discuss the women's basketball team's daunting upcoming schedule, and make super-early predictions for Arizona football's 2023 season.
Jan 24, 2023•48 min•Season 1Ep. 138
Is it time to panic about Arizona Wildcats men's basketball? Pac-12 Networks analyst Matt Muehlebach -- who recorded the first triple double in UA history -- joins us to discuss what's gone wrong for Arizona, and if Tommy Lloyd will be able to right the ship. Plus, thoughts on Arizona women's basketball (including an awful call that cost them a win at Utah) and the Pac-12 football schedule, and predictions for this week's slate of basketball games.
Jan 18, 2023•50 min•Season 1Ep. 137
It's a deluxe episode of Wildcat Country, featuring thoughts from Bill Walton on (among many other things) the recent struggles of the Arizona men's basketball team, and a chat with Wildcat women's basketball coach Adia Barnes on the big wins over the Oregon schools, and what it'll take for her team to compete for another national title. Plus, we make our predictions for this week's basketball games, and discuss whether Wildcat fans should be concerned about Tommy Lloyd being a potential candida...
Jan 12, 2023•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 136
After a gritty win at ASU, the Arizona Wildcats men's basketball team is 13-1 and has built one of the nation's most impressive resumes. Arizona Daily Star beat writer Bruce Pascoe joins us to discuss the team's early success, possible concerns going forward, and a Tommy Lloyd-Sean Miller comparison. We also reflect on Arizona women's hoops and the state of the football program, and we make our predictions for the college football national championship game, as well as UA's upcoming home games v...
Jan 04, 2023•56 min•Season 1Ep. 135
As 2022 comes to a close, we discuss our favorite Arizona Wildcats games, moments and guests of 2022. We also check in with GOAZCATS.com Senior Editor Matt Moreno to do a deep dive into the latest Arizona football recruiting and transfer news. And we make our predictions for Arizona vs. ASU basketball and the College Football Playoff semifinal games.
Dec 27, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 134
After big wins for Arizona Wildcats men's basketball on and off the court, Aaron Torres joins us to take a victory lap over the IARP's ruling, and he'll tell us why this year's team could be set for a Final Four run. Plus, we discuss a big victory for the women's basketball team, and some major recruiting/transfer portal success for Jedd Fisch. And... we announce the winners of our Ice Shaker bottle giveaways!
Dec 20, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 133
After a big win over Indiana, the Arizona Wildcats men's basketball team is getting ready for a top-10 home showdown with Tennessee. We'll preview the game, and get some in-depth analysis on the team, with former Stanford star-turned FOX and Pac-12 Network analyst Casey Jacobsen. Plus, we make our predictions for Arizona-Tennessee, discuss the latest football transfer portal news, and share our thoughts on the passing of Mike Leach.
Dec 14, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 132
The Arizona Wildcats men's basketball team struggled in their return to the mainland following their Maui Invitational championship. Cause for concern, or a blip on the radar? 1997 national champion A.J. Bramlett stops by to analyze Tommy Lloyd's team. Plus, is the women's basketball team under-ranked, are early transfer portal decisions for Arizona football a big deal -- and what should we make of the Kenny Dillingham and Deion Sanders hires? We discuss it all.
Dec 06, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 131
What a week for Arizona Wildcats athletics! Arizona football and men's basketball PA announcer Jeff Dean stops by to discuss UA's Territorial Cup win over ASU and the Maui Invitational championship, and what those victories mean for the future of both programs. Plus, our thoughts on the Arizona-ASU game from our vantage point at Arizona Stadium, and our conference championship game predictions.
Nov 28, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 130
After a disappointing afternoon vs. Washington State, the Arizona Wildcats look to end the season on a high note with its first win over ASU in six years. Will Jedd Fisch's guys get it done? We chat with the long-time radio voices for both programs, Arizona's Brian Jeffries and ASU's Tim Healey, to preview Friday's matchup. Plus, we make our own prediction for the Territorial Cup game.
Nov 22, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 129
Jedd Fisch got his first signature victory as Arizona Wildcats head coach with a win at No. 12 UCLA. Can the Wildcats run the table and get to a bowl game? We'll discuss with former UA special teams captain Barrett Baker. Plus, analysis of the men's basketball team's 2-0 start, and predictions for some of the biggest upcoming college football games, including Arizona vs. Washington State.
Nov 15, 2022•58 min•Season 1Ep. 128
Arizona Daily Star men's basketball beat writer Bruce Pascoe joins us to discuss the 2022-23 Arizona Wildcats men's basketball team, and offer thoughts about the Wildcats' season-opening win over Nicholls State. Plus, we'll preview Arizona's final three football games, beginning at UCLA this weekend. Plus, will the Wildcats be favored in the 2022 Territorial Cup game?
Nov 10, 2022•59 min•Season 1Ep. 127
Exciting offense, bad defense -- and Pac-12 officiating. The Arizona Wildcats put up a fight but came up short against No. 10 USC. Do they have a chance to upset No. 12 Utah on the road? We discuss with Arizona football and men's basketball PA announcer Jeff Dean, who also shares his thoughts on the upcoming men's basketball season. Plus, our predictions for the biggest games of the week, including Wildcats vs. Utes.
Oct 31, 2022•58 min•Season 1Ep. 126
As the Arizona Wildcats prepare for their final five games of the season, beginning this weekend with their Homecoming game vs. No. 10 USC, two of our favorite guests, Barrett Baker and Blair Willis, join us for some expert analysis. The big topic: What's wrong with the defense, and can anything be corrected in time for UA to be competitive against the Trojans? Plus, thoughts on the preseason media polls for Arizona men's and women's basketball.
Oct 27, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 125
The Arizona Wildcats football team is 3-4 heading into its bye week. The offense continues to click, but is there any hope for the defense? Pac-12 Networks analyst Yogi Roth joins us to break it down, and predict the rest of the Pac-12 schedule. Plus, are the Arizona men's and women's basketball teams ranked too high or too low in the preseason AP polls?
Oct 20, 2022•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 124
Arizona -- and the defense, in particular -- was not up to the challenge against Oregon. Will the Wildcats fare any better at Washington? We break down the matchup, and get a football recruiting update from GOAZCATS.com senior editor Matt Moreno. We also make our picks for UA vs. UW and the other big games on this week's calendar.
Oct 13, 2022•49 min•Season 1Ep. 123
Jayden de Laura and the Arizona Wildcats took care of lowly Colorado to improve to 3-2 -- but what will it take to upset the 12th-ranked Oregon Ducks? Pac-12 Networks analyst Max Browne, who has called Arizona's last two games, helps us preview the matchup. Plus, we make our predictions for the game. Oh, and we have some strong opinions on the new uniforms for the men's basketball team.
Oct 06, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 122
Arizona Wildcats football -- especially the defense -- took a step back in a loss at Cal. What went wrong, and what will Arizona need to do to ensure against a letdown vs. Colorado? Former Wildcat captain Barrett Baker joins us to diagnose Arizona's challenges and provide reasons for optimism, including why the Wildcats will reclaim the Territorial Cup this year. Plus, Shane and Eric make their weekly predictions, including Cats vs. Buffs.
Sep 28, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 121
After a nail-biting win over a very tough North Dakota State team, the Arizona Wildcats head into conference play with a 2-1 record and, dare we say it, a real chance at a bowl game? Pac-12 insider John Canzano joins us to talk Wildcat football, the latest on conference realignment, and Herm Edwards' dismissal from ASU. Plus, we make our predictions for Arizona's Pac-12 opener at Cal.
Sep 22, 2022•56 min•Season 1Ep. 120
What went wrong against Mississippi State, and what do the Arizona Wildcats need to fix in order to beat FCS giant North Dakota State? Also: Was scheduling this game a good idea? Arizona football and men's basketball PA announcer Jeff Dean joins us to discuss. Plus, we make our predictions for some of Week 3's biggest matchups, including Arizona vs. NDSU.
Sep 15, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 119
The Arizona Wildcats football team is 1-0! What will it take to improve to 2-0? Former UA football captain Barrett Baker joins us to provide in-depth analysis of the Wildcats' dominant win at San Diego State, and what needs to happen in order for Arizona to pull off the upset at home over Mississippi State. Plus, we make our predictions for 11 games on this weekend's calendar, including UA-MSU.
Sep 06, 2022•59 min•Season 1Ep. 118
Arizona Wildcats football is back and, at least on paper, better than it has been in years. Will that translate to immediate on-field success? Former Arizona football SID Blair Willis joins us to preview and predict Arizona's matchup at San Diego State, as well as make predictions on other big Week 1 games, the 2022 Heisman Trophy winner, and the CFP champion.
Aug 30, 2022•46 min•Season 1Ep. 118
The Arizona Wildcats' 2022 football season is nearly upon us. They look significantly better on paper, but how about on the field? Super Bowl champion and longtime college football analyst Mark May joins us to preview the season, give some Pac-12 and CFP predictions -- and tell us why Herm Edwards is still ASU's football coach. Plus, if we had $100, which Pac-12 team(s) would we bet on to win the conference?
Aug 26, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 117
