The Arizona Wildcats football team just missed out on a signature win by falling at USC in three overtimes. Can the Wildcats rebound to pull the upset at Washington State -- and who will (and should) be behind center for Arizona in that game? Former UA SID Blair Willis joins us to discuss. Plus, our predictions for this weekend's biggest games, including Arizona vs. WSU -- and do we want to see Gonzaga join the Big 12?
Oct 11, 2023•57 min•Season 1Ep. 175
Arizona Wildcats football is coming off a hard-fought loss to Washington, and it lost a key commitment for 2024. Meanwhile, the men's basketball team had its annual Red-Blue Game and picked up a big commit. GOAZCATS.com Senior Editor Matt Moreno joins us to break it all down. Plus, we make our picks for the weekend's biggest football games, including Arizona's visit to No. 9 USC.
Oct 04, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 174
The Arizona Wildcats escaped Stanford with a win, but they have questions at quarterback as they head into their toughest challenge of the season vs. No. 7 Washington. Who will (and should) get the start at QB, and can the Wildcats pull the upset? Arizona football PA announcer Jeff Dean joins us to preview the game. Plus, we make picks for some of the weekend's biggest games, including UA vs. U-Dub.
Sep 27, 2023•50 min•Season 1Ep. 173
The Arizona Wildcats are 2-1 heading into conference play. The defense has been better than expected. The offense, maybe not so much? Former UA football captain Barrett Baker joins us to discuss the first quarter of the season and look ahead to Saturday's conference opener vs. Stanford. Plus, we make picks against the spread for Arizona-Stanford and a number of huge games on this week's schedule.
Sep 21, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 172
There's a lot to unpack after Arizona's overtime loss at Mississippi State. Pac-12 Networks analyst Max Browne joins us to do that and look ahead to the rest of the season, starting with Saturday's home game vs. UTEP. Plus, Sportsline Early Edge host and producer Allan Bell joins us to make some Week 3 college football picks.
Sep 13, 2023•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 171
It wasn't pretty at times, but the Arizona Wildcats took care of business in their season opener vs. NAU. Can Jedd Fisch's squad pull off an upset win in Starkville? Former UA football captain Barrett Baker joins us to break down the NAU game, look ahead to Saturday's matchup vs. Mississippi State, and pick the biggest games on the Week 2 schedule.
Sep 06, 2023•59 min•Season 1Ep. 170
The 2023 college football season is here, and the Arizona Wildcats kick it off by looking for some payback vs. NAU. College football analyst Mark May joins us to preview the season and discuss the shifting landscape of college football, and CBS SportsLine Early Edge host Jonathan Coachman stops by to make some Week 1 betting picks.
Aug 29, 2023•58 min•Season 1Ep. 169
Will Arizona Wildcats football build upon the momentum it generated last season? Head coach Jedd Fisch joins us to preview the 2023 campaign and discuss the overall state of the program, including the upcoming move to the Big 12. Plus, we project every Pac-12 team's win-loss record, and discuss whether UA football should consider an interesting ticket promotion implemented by another program.
Aug 23, 2023•53 min•Season 1Ep. 168
Will Arizona Wildcats football continue to recruit well as it shifts from the Pac-12 to Big 12? GOAZCATS.com senior editor Matt Moreno joins us to share his thoughts on how the move could benefit UA. Also, thoughts on the men's basketball team's overseas performances, and a big offseason blow to women's hoops.
Aug 18, 2023•50 min•Season 1Ep. 167
What really happened behind the scenes that led to the implosion of the Pac-12, and Arizona jumping to the Big 12? Yahoo Sports columnist and bestselling author Dan Wetzel joins us to share what he knows, and he looks ahead to the Wildcats' future in their new conference. Plus, what should we make of Dr. Robbins' comments about the Pac-12 Grant of Rights deal that was ultimately rejected? We'll break it all down.
Aug 09, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 166
The Arizona Wildcats are headed to the Big 12 in 2024. What should fans be most excited about? What concerns should they have? How will this impact football recruiting? Who will the Wildcats' biggest rivals be? And will this move help expand The University of Arizona brand nationally? We discuss all of these questions and more with a pair of Wildcat experts, Arizona PA announcer Jeff Dean and former UA SID Blair Willis.
Aug 07, 2023•53 min•Season 1Ep. 165
Oregon and Washington are Big Ten-bound, while Arizona is reportedly headed to the Big 12 along with ASU and Utah. Was this the right move? We digest the latest information. Plus, should Arizona explore naming rights for its football stadium?
Aug 04, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 164
Colorado has officially bolted for the Big 12. Is Arizona next? We weigh the pros and cons of remaining in (what's left of) the Pac-12 vs. moving on, and the likelihood of each scenario. We also discuss the situation with longtime Arizona Wildcats play-by-play voice Brian Jeffries, who helps us preview the Arizona football season and discuss a little Wildcat hoops.
Jul 28, 2023•42 min•Season 1Ep. 163
What's in the way of the Pac-12 securing a media rights deal? Crakes Media founder Patrick Crakes, who has a wealth of experience on the TV side of the negotiations, gives us an inside look at what's happening, and what to expect. Also, thoughts on Arizona football's ranking of No. 8 in the Pac-12 media poll, thoughts on Jayden de Laura's statement about the Hawaii case, and the best college football announcing duo of all-time.
Jul 22, 2023•48 min•Season 1Ep. 162
Will the Arizona Wildcats football team reach a bowl game for the first time since 2017? Phil Steele, publisher of Phil Steele's College Football Preview, shares his thoughts on this year's team. Plus, thoughts on a possible new football commit and Arizona in the MLB draft, and remembering the legendary Ooh Aah Man.
Jul 12, 2023•50 min•Season 1Ep. 161
The Arizona Wildcats football team has landed its biggest recruit to date with Salpointe defensive standout Elijah Rushing. Corey Leff, AKA JohnWallStreet, joins us to discuss what this means for the future of the program. We also discuss a (possible) pending Pac-12 media deal and what it could mean for the future of the conference.
Jul 07, 2023•45 min•Season 1Ep. 160
The Arizona Wildcats football staff is already stocking up on 2024 commits. Is another big one on the way? GOAZCATS.com senior editor Matt Moreno joins us to discuss the latest commits and preview Elijah Rushing's upcoming decision. Plus, our thoughts on the Pac-12 (possibly) closing in on a TV deal, and reaction to Jay Johnson's CWS championship at LSU.
Jun 29, 2023•46 min•Season 1Ep. 159
Will the Arizona Wildcats football team improve upon its 5-7 season and reach a bowl game for the first time since 2017? CollegeFootballNews.com publisher Pete Fiutak joins us to preview the team, offer his thoughts on Jedd Fisch, and explain why the Pac-12 may be the best long-term solution for the Wildcats. Plus, we review a great couple days in recruiting for Wildcat football, hand out grades for all Arizona head coaches hired in 2020-21, and share our thoughts on what San Diego State's depar...
Jun 21, 2023•46 min•Season 1Ep. 158
The offseason for Arizona Wildcats athletics is officially here, but we still have plenty to discuss. Chip Patterson, host of the Cover 3 Podcast, joins us to preview Arizona football and men's basketball, and we discuss the future of the Arizona baseball program and how likely the Wildcats are to remain in the Pac-12.
Jun 13, 2023•53 min•Season 1Ep. 157
The Arizona Wildcats snuck into Regionals following an impressive showing at the Pac-12 Tournament. D1Baseball.com reporter Shotgun Spratling joins us to preview the Wildcats' draw and whether Arizona getting into the tournament was the right decision. Plus, reaction to Caleb Love's decision to transfer to Arizona, thoughts on a softball coaching departure, and football coach rankings that doesn't think too highly of Jedd Fisch.
Jun 01, 2023•50 min•Season 1Ep. 156
Will Lithuanian newcomers Motiejus Krivas and Paulius Murauskas make an instant impact for the Arizona Wildcats? International hoops expert Ignacio Rissotto joins us to tell us what Wildcat fans should know about both guys, and whether Henri Veesaar will eventually live up to the hype. Plus, with the addition of Montana Lemonious-Craig, could this be Arizona football's most talented offense in the last 25 years? Also, thoughts on Arizona baseball's run in the Pac-12 Tournament -- and will the Pa...
May 24, 2023•51 min•Season 1Ep. 155
It's been a big week off the court for Arizona Wildcats men's basketball with the addition of two 2023 commits from Lithuania, and a possible transfer (or two) on the way. Arizona Daily Star men's hoops beat writer Bruce Pascoe joins us to discuss how the Wildcats' 2023-24 roster is shaping up, and whether there's any possibility of Azuolas Tubelis returning to Tucson next season. Also, which Arizona coaches might be on the hot seat -- and is the Pac-12's latest announcement RE: next year's foot...
May 19, 2023•47 min•Season 1Ep. 154
We've learned about the disturbing details of a civil suit against Arizona Wildcats quarterback Jayden de Laura. What does it all mean, and what should happen next? Hawaii News Now reporter Lynn Kawano, who uncovered the details of the case, joins us to answer some of those questions, and we offer our thoughts on whether de Laura should have a future at Arizona. Plus, a possible Pac-12 TV deal, and Eric discusses his chance encounter with Rich Rodriguez in Scottsdale last weekend.
May 10, 2023•42 min•Season 1Ep. 153
Arizona Wildcats men's basketball finally made some noise in the transfer portal by landing guard Jaden Bradley from Alabama. We'll discuss the pickup, and we'll chat with Rivals national basketball recruiting analyst Rob Cassidy on what he saw from Arizona's 2024 commits, Carter Bryant and Jamari Phillips, at the EYPL event in Phoenix last weekend. Plus, thoughts on Arizona football, and some inside info on conference realignment.
May 04, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 152
Tommy Lloyd got a much-needed win when 2024 five-star recruit Carter Bryant committed to play for the Arizona Wildcats. GOAZCATS.com senior editor Matt Moreno tells us what Wildcat fans should expect from him, and whether fans should be concerned about the lack of commits for 2023. Plus, women's basketball, baseball and softball talk, and our thoughts on the chaos in Colorado with Deion Sanders.
Apr 28, 2023•59 min•Season 1Ep. 151
On our 150th episode, Ice Shaker founder Chris Gronkowski joins us to break down his experience coaching in the Arizona Wildcats football Spring Game, and his thoughts on this year's team. Plus, is it officially time to panic about Tommy Lloyd's work, or lack thereof, in the transfer portal? And of course, we have to talk about Arizona baseball's 20-0 win over the team up north.
Apr 21, 2023•54 min•Season 1Ep. 150
Azuolas Tubelis has declared for the NBA Draft. Can Tommy Lloyd and the Arizona Wildcats fill that hole next season? Plus, former UA football captain Barrett Baker joins us to discuss what he's seen from the football team during spring practice and what to expect in the fall. Also, thoughts on women's basketball, baseball, softball, and the ongoing Pac-12/Big 12 debate.
Apr 14, 2023•51 min•Season 1Ep. 149
The Arizona Wildcats men's basketball team is (possibly) beginning to make noise in the transfer portal. What will next season's roster look like? Pac-12 Networks analyst Matt Muehlebach stops by to break it down. Plus, we buy or sell the performances of five Arizona head coaches, including Tommy Lloyd, Adia Barnes and Jedd Fisch.
Apr 07, 2023•48 min•Season 1Ep. 148
The transfer portal has already impacted the Arizona Wildcats men's basketball team. Will Tommy Lloyd be able to fill in the gaps, especially if Azuolas Tubelis leaves? GOAZCATS.com senior editor Matt Moreno joins us to provide some insight into the Wildcats' offseason. Plus, Matt dives into the Arizona football team, including on whether the defense will make a significant leap from last season. Also, we break down Arizona women's basketball transfers, and we make our Final Four and national ch...
Mar 27, 2023•58 min•Season 1Ep. 147
We've had a few days to digest Arizona's loss to 15 seed Princeton, and we have a lot of thoughts about what went wrong and where Tommy Lloyd's Wildcats go from here. We'll also discuss it with Arizona Daily Star beat writer Bruce Pascoe, who diagnoses the Princeton loss and what next year's team might look like. Also, thoughts on the women's basketball season, and our revised Final Four and national champion picks.
Mar 21, 2023•50 min•Season 1Ep. 146
