Podcasts by Straight Outta WAC

Straight Outta WAC Live: CBU Stays Perfect, UTRGV DI Win, Gillen Career Points, Surprise Team from 2023-12-08T17:00

Another WAC Wednesday has come and gone as CBU stayed perfect, the UTRGV men got their first Division I win, Breaunna Gillen became Utah Tech's all-time leading scorer and there is a surprise 2-...

Straight Outta WAC Live: Super Tuesday features super big games from 2023-12-05T21:07:03

It's a big night for WAC Hoops as four men's games are on the slate featuring a Quad I and Quad II opportunity and two in-state games.

Straight Outta WAC Live: First Net Rankings, Weekend Recap, Big Week for GCU, and Jakorie Smith from 2023-12-05T05:53:18

It's another week of the 2023-24 college basketball season and the first NET rankings are out. We also recap a busy and wild weekend. The GCU men's basketball team has a big week ahead and Jakor...

Straight Outta WAC - Recapping WAC Openers from 2023-11-30T21:00

In this episode, Derryl and Kyle recap the WAC openers that had some big performances and some surprise finishes including a wild one in East Texas.

Straight Outta WAC Live: WAC Openers, CBU/SUU Recap, and More from 2023-11-29T21:00

WAC Openers are upon us so it is time to take a look at these early season WAC matchups.

WAC Wager | Nov. 8 - Utah Tech, Seattle U Tip Off Their Season from 2023-11-08T17:00

On this episode, we break down the lines for Seattle U as they host Prairie View as a double digit favorite. Utah Tech opens the season on the road at Santa Clara of the West Coast Conference. <...

Opening Night Recap: Buzzer Beaters, First-Year HC's Getting Wins and More from 2023-11-07T21:00

It was a wild Opening Night of the 2023-24 season with buzzer beaters, first year head coaches getting wins, upset road wins, and some heartbreak.

2023-24 WAC Hoops Nation Preseason Poll & Awards from 2023-11-04T02:58:18

The 2023-24 season is just three days away so it is time to reveal our preseason awards.

Thoughts on NIT Vote, Exhibition Games and More from 2023-11-02T20:24:57

It is throwback Thursday and we are four days away from tip off of the 2023-24 season. There has been a lot going on from a vote by the NCAA on the NIT, to exhibition games and overreacti...

Chat with Utah Tech Men's Basketball Head Coach Jon Judkins from 2023-10-19T19:00

The Trailblazers were picked to finish 11th in the preseason poll and Jon Judkins is excited to show the WAC they were wrong. Lots of new faces and a lot of youth are in St. George in the...

First Year UTA Head Coach KT Turner Talks the Mavs from 2023-10-16T21:48:02

First year head coach KT Turned jumped on the podcast today to talk about the UT Arlington men's basketball team. Turner takes over for a squad that struggled in their return to the WAC. ...

Chat with UVU Women's Basketball Head Coach Dan Nielson from 2023-10-14T16:07:25

The UVU women's basketball team had quite the year in 2022-23. Injuries, a late, unexpected transfer and just overall struggle kept the Wolverines in the lower half of the WAC. Now, Dan Nielson ...

Lane Lord Jumps on the Podcast to Talk UTRGV Women's Hoops from 2023-10-10T16:21:11

The Vaqueros have four starters back, size, and a lot more athleticism in 2023-24. Add in all the growth going on in Edinburg and South Texas and you can see where the excitement comes fr...

Brette Tanner Jumps on to Talk ACU Hoops, Morgan Wallen from 2023-10-10T03:43:15

ACU head coach Brette Tanner jumped on the podcast to talk ACU hoops, Morgan Wallen, practice playlist and more.

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Seattle U Head Coach Skyler Young Joins the Podcast from 2023-10-04T20:22:02

First-year head coach Skyler Young joined the podcast to talk about living in Seattle, playing style, and more.

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Talking UTRGV Hoops with Matt Figger from 2023-10-04T17:54:20

UTRGV men's basketball head coach Matt Figger jumped on the podcast to talk about the Vaqueros, the size, crazy February conference schedule, and more.

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UTA Head Coach Shereka Wright Talks Lady Mavs on Her Birthday from 2023-09-27T04:10:17

The former Purdue All-American and Hall of Famer Shereka Wright jumped on the podcast on her birthday to talk about the Lady Mavs.

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Straight Outta WAC with Tarleton head coach Billy Gillispie from 2023-09-18T17:10:51

The Tarleton Texans are in their final year of the transition period to Division I. Billy Gillispie is excited for the future, the new event center, and more as the Texans gear up for ano...

Chat with ACU WBB Head Coach Julie Goodenough from 2023-09-05T21:00

ACU women's basketball head coach Julie Goodenough joins the Straight Outta WAC podcast to talk about women's sports, Madi Miller, and a roster led by Addison 'Big Country' Martin.

Kyle Keller Joins from Scrub Island from 2023-08-25T17:01:37

The SFA head coach took time out of his vacation week to hop on the podcast to talk about the Jacks, a hot dog competition, and more.

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Utah Tech Head Coach JD Gustin Joins the Podcast from 2023-08-25T16:57:17

Utah Tech is motivated in 2023-24 with four starters returning, two key players returning from injury and some size with the newcomers. Head coach JD Gustin is excited for his group.

Chat with GCU Head Coach Molly Miller from 2023-08-25T16:21:02

GCU women's basketball head coach Molly Miller joins the podcast to preview the Lopes, the depth and experience on the roster, and getting over that hump to get to the NCAA Tournament. Listen

Chat with GCU Head Coach Bryce Drew from 2023-08-10T18:33:31

It is another season and it is highly likely the defending WAC tournament champs will be the preseason favorite. Head coach Bryce Drew embraces it as well as shares his thoughts on his core guys...

WAC Tourney MVP Jumps on the Podcast from 2023-08-09T18:37:42

The 2023 WAC Tournament MVP, Ray Harrison, jumped on the podcast on WAC Wednesday to talk about the Lopes, returning for another year, the NBA draft waters and more.

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SFA WBB - The Bishop Joins the Podcast from 2023-08-03T14:51:35

First year SFA women's basketball head coach Leonard Bishop jumps on the podcast on a hot day in Nacogdoches. Bishop took over for Mark Kellogg in April and has hit the ground running.

Fo...

Chat with SUU Head Coach Rob Jeter from 2023-08-02T22:12:46

First year head coach Rob Jeter joins the podcast to talk about Cedar City, mountain biking, schedule news, and more.

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Spencer and Kyle Talk Non-DI Games, Seeding System and More from 2023-07-28T21:43:04

Spencer and Kyle end the week on a high note with another episode of the Straight Outta WAC podcast. The duo talk about the vote on limiting non-DI games, WAC seeding system, scheduling a...

SOW - SUU HC Tracy Sanders Jumps on the Podcast from 2023-07-27T21:35:19

Southern Utah women's basketball head coach Tracy Sanders jumped on the podcast. Sanders talked about her relationship with her daughter, Sam, what she loves about Cedar City, signing an ...

SOW - Chat with UVU Head Coach Todd Phillips from 2023-07-25T20:00

First-year Utah Valley head coach Todd Phillips jumped on the podcast today to chat about the Wolverines, some schedule updates, growth with some young guys, and challenges of building a whole n...

SOW with SUU G Tomekia Whitman from 2023-07-24T20:35:04

Southern Utah guard Tomekia Whitman jumped on the podcast to talk about SUU hoops, the shot heard round the world, winning a title, and so much more. Check out the newest episode of arguably the...

SOW - Chat with Associate Commish from 2023-07-21T15:57:03

WAC associate commissioner Drew Speraw jumped on the podcast to chat with Kyle and Derryl regarding WAC hoops, schedules, seeding system and more.

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SOW Chat with Trailblazer Super Fan from 2023-07-19T22:00

Trailblazer Super Fan Dallas Clifford jumps on the podcast to talk Utah Tech hoops, Blazer Nation Network and more.

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SOW Chat with PartinMeAlex from 2023-07-18T15:00

June 17, 2023 brings us a new episode of the Straight Outta WAC podcast where we visit with two of SFA men's basketball biggest fans. Jaclyn and Alex run the PartinMeAlex podcast where th...

WBB Mailbag and Way-Too-Early Rankings with Chelsea and Derryl from 2023-06-15T16:00

Chelsea and Derryl are back to talk about women's basketball in the Western Athletic Conference. In this first episode of the 2023-24 season, the dynamic duo talk about the transfer portal, some...

Tarleton AD Lonn Reisman Jumps on the Podcast from 2023-04-07T18:20:21

Michael Sudhalter spoke with Tarleton Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics Lonn Reisman on the newest episode of the Straight Outta WAC podcast. Reisman is in his 29th year as the athleti...

22-23 SZN Finale & WACVegas Recap! from 2023-03-22T00:24:29

Alex and Jacks go over the entire season and give out our own awards! Then we discuss WACVegas Tourney and all our fun experiences!

We want to thank EVERYONE who has supported us ove...

Jacks vs SHSU & UVU from 2023-03-06T04:43:48

Last two games of the year vs the two top teams in the WAC. Rough ending but we are proud of our team! #AxeEm 

The Sawmill Report with Matt and Kyle from 2023-03-01T15:55:17

Kyle and Matt discuss SFA men’s basketball as the Jacks have a big week in front of them. The Battle of the Piney Woods and a trip to Orem to take on Utah Valley. Opportunities aplenty for the J...

Jacks vs CBU from 2023-02-28T07:31:25

Sunday Funday at its finest! Tailgating, hosting our Hoco Auction Winner, Richard Boyer who will be joining us on this episode, and of course watching the Jacks literally AXE CBU right out of Na...

Jacks @ ACU from 2023-02-26T00:25:38

Jacks traveled to Abilene for the last time this season to take on the Wildcats. AN ABSOLUTE BARNBURNER OF A GAME.

Did we hit the record for reviews during this game? It felt like it....

Jacks vs Tarleton & UTA from 2023-02-25T02:29:25

Jaclyn is back and feeling better so we are catching up on the last few games that our Jacks have played. Both were home games. Both with very different outcomes. Let's discuss, shall we?  #AxeE...

Wolverine Weekly with Colby Leifson from 2023-02-23T20:49:55

Former UVU guard Colby Leifson jumped on the podcast to talk about the Wolverines this afternoon. Leifson played at Utah Valley for the past two seasons and was part of the 2020-21 WAC regular s...

Jacks @ UTRGV from 2023-02-14T02:33:34

Jacks travel down to visit the Vaqueros in the Valley but thankfully they did not RALLY. We come home with a nice road W and move to 8-4 in conference play. #AxeEm 

Chat with Eddie Smith, UVU Baseball Head Coach from 2023-02-14T00:10:39

Eddie Smith is in his second year at Utah Valley. In his first season, the Wolverines hit the most home runs since 2010, rose 84 spots in the RPI and won the most games since 2016’s title...

Wildcat Chat with Brette Tanner, Grant Boone from 2023-02-07T18:59:02

ACU men’s basketball head coach Brette Tanner jumped on the podcast to talk about the Wildcats, change in mentality, and playing more relaxed. And the Voice of the Wildcats, Grant Boone, jumped ...

Jacks @ GCU from 2023-02-07T04:34:33

ALMOST had this one. A tough opponent on an even tougher court. They reallllly know how to pack their fans in there. Maybe one day we will get that environment back at SFA....one day. Special gu...

Jacks @ NM State from 2023-02-04T06:27:41

and.... we gift the Aggies their first conference win. OOOOOOF. 

Need to get it together for GCU on Saturday, our first game playing them at home in Arizona. 

Lancer Talk with CBU Head Coach Jarrod Olson from 2023-02-01T23:15:28

CBU women’s basketball head coach Jarrod Olson jumped on the podcast. The Lancers are 7-2 in WAC play and coming off a Texas sweep of UT Arlington and Stephen F. Austin.

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Talking Texans with Kyle Crews from 2023-02-01T16:00

Kyle Crews, the Voice of the Tarleton Men’s Basketball team, joined the Straight Outta WAC podcast to talk about struggles on the road, winning at Wisdom, and playing with effort.

I...

Lancer Talk: CBU men split, CBU women impress from 2023-02-01T01:00

The Voice of the CBU Lancers, Braiden Bell, jumped on the podcast to talk about the Lancers, the Texas two-step split, and how impressive the CBU women have been as of late.

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Aggie Up with Adam Young from 2023-01-31T18:48:10

New Mexico State broadcaster Adam Young jumped on the podcast to talk about the Aggie men’s and women’s basketball teams, a big week ahead for both teams, and stil holding onto some hope.

Jacks vs Seattle U from 2023-01-31T02:05:22

What a game vs the top team in the league!!! Huge W at home before we go on the road for a 3 game trip. #AxeEm

Jacks vs UTRGV from 2023-01-30T05:18:47

Alex and Jacks discuss the game on Wednesday vs the Vaqueros in the Sawmill. 

#AxeEm 

Lancer Talk with Braiden Bell from 2023-01-25T16:46

The Voice of the Lancers talks Lancer basketball, Crumbl Cookies, and more on the newest episode of the Straight Outta WAC podcast.

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SUU Broadcaster Jumps on to Talk Rivalry Game from 2023-01-25T02:18:05

Spencer McLaughlin is the Southern Utah broadcaster and will be on the call on Thursday night when the T-Birds host Utah Valley. In this episode, we preview the game, talk about the week that wa...

Jacks @ Sam Houston from 2023-01-24T03:28:54

For the last time (for a while at least) we travel to Huntsville aka Prisonville for the 2nd to last regular season showdown with our conference rivals, the Bearkats. They've had our number in J...

Seattle U Head Coach Chris Victor Talks Redhawks Basketball from 2023-01-23T23:21:51

Chris Victor is on the verge of win No. 40 as head coach of the Seattle U Redhawks. But a big road trip to East Texas is looming this week. Riley Grigsby is playing really well recently. And the...

SUU Going Crazy, Who Makes it to WAC Vegas, and Seattle U Keeps Winning from 2023-01-20T18:27:34

Southern Utah went off on Thursday night. Who won’t make it to WAC Vegas? Saturday could play a big role in deciding that. And the Seattle U Redhawks continue to win, especially in different way...

Jacks @ Southern Utah from 2023-01-20T14:36:38

Not the best performance coming off a fantastic win at Utah Tech.... not sure what happened here. Hopefully, we will get the kinks out before the final journey to Huntsville for a LONG time on T...

UT Arlington Head Coach Greg Young Jumps on the Podcast from 2023-01-17T17:47:44

UT Arlington head coach Greg Young jumps on to talk about the Mavericks, inconsistency, getting a road win, Chendall Weaver and more on the newest episode of the Straight Outta WAC podcast.

Jacks @ Utah Tech from 2023-01-14T04:54:34

The first of 3 away games for the Jacks had them traveling to Utah to take on the Trailblazers. Alex & Jacks watched from home and man what a game! DAY DAY HALL. That is all.

GCU head coach Molly Miller Jumps on the Podcast from 2023-01-11T18:08:52

GCU women’s basketball head coach Molly Miller jumped on the Straight Outta WAC podcast on WAC Wednesday. The Lopes are coming off the biggest win of the year and head to Texas for a pair of gam...

Voice of the Wildcats Talks Big Week from 2023-01-10T21:14:05

The ACU Wildcats head to Edinburg to take on UTRGV in a rematch of last year’s thrilling come-from-behind win at UTRGV Fieldhouse.

On Saturday, ACU takes on Tarleton for the second time i...

CBU Picks Up Pair of Wins, Faces Big Week from 2023-01-09T22:31:39

Braiden Bell, the Voice of the Lancers, jumped on the podcast today to talk about a pair of wins this week including a wire-to-wire win at New Mexico State. Bell also discusses the big week ahea...

Jacks vs NM State & GCU from 2023-01-09T04:00:58

Two HUGE games at home in the Sawmill vs NM State & GCU and golly gee didn't the Jacks come through with TWO BIG WINS!!! Especially important for resume seeding as well as the next 3 will be...

SUU Women's Basketball Head Coach Tracy Sanders Talks First Week of WAC Play from 2023-01-06T16:01:33

The Southern Utah women’s basketball team is off to a 2-0 start in its first year in the WAC. And head coach Tracy Sanders jumped on the podcast to talk about the success, how the non-con...

Jacks vs ACU & @ UTA from 2023-01-04T04:33:03

Another double episode to get us caught up before the showdown with NM State tomorrow in the Sawmill! 

Jacks vs North American & Jackson St. from 2022-12-28T22:46:17

Double trouble whammy episode coming at ya! Alex & Jacks go over both home games during Christmas week (and bday week for Jacks)!!!! 

Next game: tomorrow Dec 29th at the Sawmill v...

Aggie Up with NMSU Broadcaster from 2022-12-27T21:57:16

In this episode of the Straight Outta WAC podcast, New Mexico State broadcaster Adam Young jumps on to talk about the Aggies, their WAC opener vs. Southern Utah, and the Quick Lane Bowl win.

Voice of the Wildcats: Grant Boone from 2022-12-23T21:41:31

The Voice of the Wildcats, Grant Boone, jumped on to talk ACU basketball, non-conference results and WAC play as well as what changed since an awful trip to Las Vegas in November.

I...

Chat with the Voice of the Mavs on Big Win from 2022-12-20T21:20:10

The UT Arlington Mavericks have been close. Oh, so close. And on Monday night on the West Coast, the Mavericks finally got over the hump. UTA led wire-to-wire in a road win over San Franc...

Jacks @ Furman from 2022-12-20T17:54:13

Wow. What an absolute dogfight to the end! The Jacks battled and clawed their way back into this game from a 22 pt deficit at the half and lost at the last second with a crazy buzzer-beater (ess...

Chat with the Voice of the Bearkats, Carlos Zimmermann from 2022-12-20T02:09:01

The Bearkats are 9-2 with two games left in the non-conference slate. And the Voice of the Bearkats Carlos Zimmermann joins Kyle to talk about things around the Sam Houston men's basketball prog...

Jacks @ La Tech from 2022-12-16T22:32:58

WHAT A GAME!!! Overtime upset in Ruston! Alex and Jacks made the 2+ hour drive to Lousiana to enjoy a Lil Lumberjack basketball and we were gifted an absolute GEM! #AxeEm 

Chat With SFA WBB Head Coach Mark Kellogg from 2022-12-16T21:22:58

SFA women's basketball head coach Mark Kellogg jumped on the show today to talk about the Ladyjacks. Kellogg talked highly of his freshman guards as well as some of his key veterans for the 8-2 ...

Straight Outta WAC Wednesday Pre-Game Show from 2022-12-15T18:13:03

It is the WAC Wednesday pre-game show where Derryl and Kyle breakdown all four games on the slate starting with the Tarleton women hosting Northwestern State. Special guests Matt Adkins and Carl...

Thoughts on the WAC Seeding System from 2022-12-12T19:17:03

Here are some thoughts on the WAC seeding system. I know there are a lot of questions surrounding it and many who don't like it. My advice is to let it play out. It will not be the determining f...

GCU Insider Talks Lopes Hoops from 2022-12-06T22:53:59

GCU insider Paul Coro joined the podcast on Tuesday afternoon. Coro talks about the Wyoming win, Jovan Blacksher Jr's injury, and more as the Lopes get set to host Loyola Marymount on Wednesday ...

CBU Weekly with the Voice of the Lancers from 2022-12-06T20:50:39

The voice of the CBU Lancers Braiden Bell joined the podcast on Tuesday. 

Kyle and Braiden talk about the Lancers inconsistency, ability to hit shots, getting in a rhythm over the fin...

Bearkat Basketball Talk with Carlos Zimmermann from 2022-12-06T20:50:24

New episode of the Straight Outta WAC podcast where the Voice of the Bearkats jumps on to preview Sam Houston's final Power 5 game of the non-conference slate, to talk about the first NET rankin...

Jacks vs Northwestern from 2022-12-06T04:48:55

A rivalry dating back to 1970s. SFA vs Northwestern. Nacogdoches vs Natchitoches. 

NSU got us this round but not by much and with only 8 players suited up it was a hard-fought game.  ...

Talking First NET Rankings of 2022-23 with Associate Commissioner from 2022-12-05T20:26:28

WAC associate commissioner of basketball Drew Speraw came on the podcast to talk about the first NET rankings of the 2022-23 season. 

Listen to his thoughts on where teams stand, what...

Montreal Trip w/ Alex & Jacks from 2022-12-04T18:02:52

Poutine. Historic buildings. Crepes. More historic buildings. BASKETBALLLLLL. 

Join us for the breakdown of our historic and delicious trip to Montreal to watch the Jacks play some ba...

SFA Athletic Director Ryan Ivey Joins the Podcast Plus MBB Thoughts from 2022-12-02T22:56:17

Stephen F. Austin athletic director Ryan Ivey jumped on the podcast to talk about the success of Fall sports, the basketball teams, and the culture as well as giving insight on the Board of Rege...

SOW: Recapping WAC Wednesday and Talking Some Women’s Hoops from 2022-12-02T02:56:15

Derryl, Chelsea and Kyle jumped on a late Thursday podcast episode to recap WAC Wednesday, recap some early games on Thursday night and share some thoughts around the WAC as we enter the month o...

WAC Wednesday: Some Thoughts on the New Mexico State Situation from 2022-11-30T21:29:02

Here are some thoughts on the New Mexico State situation regarding the incident on Nov. 19 that left one 19-year-old dead and an Aggie basketball player in the hospital. 

Get your WAC...

Super Tuesday: Seattle U, Sam Houston Recap; GCU, Tarleton Preview from 2022-11-29T19:13:20

It is Super Tuesday. And unfortunately, it's not as super as we had hoped as the WAC no longer has an undefeated team.

But, perhaps a pair of games on Tuesday night can right the ship...

Big Monday is Back as Bearkats, Redhawks Look to Stay Unbeaten from 2022-11-28T22:59:30

Big Monday was once a big thing for the Western Athletic Conference. You know, those late Monday tip-offs between Utah and BYU. Or San Diego State-BYU and so forth. Sellout crowds at the various...

SOW Podcast: First Power Rankings Episode Coming At You from 2022-11-24T15:57:36

You asked for it and now you got it. Here are the first WAC Hoops power rankings of the 2022-23 season via podcast. Give it a listen, share your thoughts, and debate all you want. These will com...

SOW: 2022 Feast Week Episode from 2022-11-23T00:34:22

In the newest episode of the Straight Outta WAC podcast, Chelsea, Derryl and Kyle talk about surprises around the WAC, games that stand out, and some impressive starts as we head into Thanksgivi...

Jacks @ SDSU from 2022-11-20T22:35:23

It was the return of the Jacks vs the Jacks this weekend in South Dakota but our boys, THE BEST JACKS, came out of there with the W!!!! A big upset win vs the 17th-ranked* jackrabbits. Next up??...

Jacks vs Alcorn St. from 2022-11-19T16:38:04

Woof. Frantic. These are just a few of the words used to describe the final home game before finally hitting the road to SDSU and then to Canada! Not the best game BUT let's just take a few thin...

Adams, Gustin Join the Podcast After Huge Wins on Tuesday night from 2022-11-17T00:43:58

The New Mexico State women's basketball team and the Utah Tech women's basketball team both picked up huge wins on Tuesday night. The Aggies beat in-state rival New Mexico. And the Trailblazers ...

Bearkat Beat with Play-By-Play Voice Carlos Zimmerman from 2022-11-15T16:00

Sam Houston Bearkats radio voice of the Bearkats Carlos Zimmerman joined the Straight Outta WAC podcast. Zimmerman talks about his call in the upset over Oklahoma, what has surprised him so far ...

Aggie Weekly with Broadcaster Adam Young from 2022-11-15T01:55:28

New Mexico State broadcaster Adam Young joins the Straight Outta WAC podcast for the Aggie Weekly episode to talk about men's and women's basketball, excitement around Aggie Land and more. 

Jacks vs Gardner Webb from 2022-11-12T18:30:02

Gardner Webb came. They tried. We conquered.  #AxedEm #PressU

Veteran’s Day Episode, SFA Recaps, UTRGV WBB Win, and More from 2022-11-11T19:01:53

Happy Veteran's Day! Thank you to all the Vets and what they have done and continue to do for this great country of ours!

00:00 - Intro/Thankful For Veterans
1:58 - Ups and Downs...

UTRGV Men’s Basketball Head Coach Matt Figger from 2022-11-09T05:04:05

UTRGV men's basketball head coach Matt Figger is in his second season in Edinburg. And the 2022-23 roster is deeper and has more size. Three players 6-11 or taller grace the roster including GCU...

UTRGV Women’s Basketball Head Coach Lane Lord from 2022-11-09T05:02:46

UTRGV women's basketball head coach Lane Lord joined the Straight Outta WAC podcast today to talk about the Vaqueros, the crazy week to end the 2022-23 season, the culture being built at UTRGV, ...

UVU Women’s Basketball Head Coach Dan Nielson from 2022-11-09T04:58:29

The Utah Valley Wolverines women's basketball team loses 75 percent of its scoring from 2021-22. This includes All-WAC selections Maria Carvalho and Josie Williams. But head coach Dan Nielson is...

Utah Valley Men’s Basketball Head Coach Mark Madsen from 2022-11-09T04:52:51

Utah Valley men's basketball head coach Mark Madsen stopped by to visit the podcast. Madsen is in his fourth year as the Wolverines head coach. And during that time, Madsen has a WAC regular sea...

Utah Tech Men’s Basketball HC Jon Judkins from 2022-11-09T04:34:25

Utah Tech men's basketball head coach Jon Judkins is the all-time winningest collegiate coach in the state of Utah. Along with that, Judkins is the longest-tenured coach in the WAC, entering his...

Utah Tech Women’s Basketball Head Coach JD Gustin from 2022-11-09T04:24:46

The Utah Tech women's basketball team has had an eventful transition to the Division I era. The first season was cut short due to the health and safety of the student-athletes. 2021-22 was the f...

Jacks vs LeTourneau feat. Jonathan "Buckets" Shuskey from 2022-11-09T04:21:15

The first game & home opener all wrapped up into one LONG Monday night! The Lumberjacks sailed smoothly into the win column with a victory over LeTourneau and of course Alex & Jacks w/ s...

UT Arlington Men’s Basketball Head Coach Greg Young from 2022-11-05T17:35:49

As the UT-Arlington Mavericks return to the Western Athletic Conference, Greg Young makes it very clear he is trying to rebuild a once proud program from the ground up. From being fired to comin...

UT Arlington Lady Mavs Head Coach Shereka Wright from 2022-11-05T17:29:19

The Lady Mavs of UT-Arlington come into their first season in the WAC as conference champions. Starr Jacobs and the Lady Mavs won the Sun Belt Conference tournament and earned the auto bid to th...

Tarleton Women’s Basketball Head Coach Misty Wilson from 2022-11-05T17:07:55

Tarleton women's basketball head coach Misty Wilson has been at Tarleton State as a player and a coach for over 25 years. And as the Texans prepare for their first season of eligibility for the ...

Tarleton Men’s Basketball Head Coach Billy Gillispie Talks NIL, Resources and More from 2022-11-05T17:02:39

Billy Gillispie says the goal for Tarleton is to win a national title. And the Texans have the resources to do just that. Now it is about finding the best players to come to Stephenville. On thi...

SFA Women’s Basketball Head Coach Mark Kellogg from 2022-11-05T02:54:01

SFA women's basketball head coach Mark Kellogg joined the Straight Outta WAC podcast on Wednesday morning. The Ladyjacks are coming off a WAC regular season and tournament title and another appe...

SFA Men’s Basketball Head Coach Kyler Keller from 2022-11-05T02:46:03

The SFA men's basketball team is coming off a year in which they won 10 straight games to end the regular season and earn a share of the 2021-22 WAC regular season crown. Head coach Kyle Keller ...

Lumberjack Bball 22-23 Pre-Season Overview from 2022-11-03T02:20:03

WE ARE BIG BACK BABY!!!! Season 5 of PMA has returned! 

Y'all know the drill. We go over alllll the games, the players, the staff, the drama, the BS, and more. 

The Hot tak...

Southern Utah Women’s Basketball Head Coach Tracy Sanders from 2022-11-03T00:12:05

The Southern Utah women's basketball team has experienced a lot of success recently. And head coach Tracy Sanders is excited about the new challenge ahead as members of the WAC. Size, athleticis...

Southern Utah Men’s Basketball Head Coach Todd Simon from 2022-11-03T00:07:13

It is #TBirdNation week which means we preview one of the two newcomers to the WAC in Southern Utah University. Men's basketball head coach Todd Simon came on the podcast to talk about the T-Bir...

Suzy Barcomb - Seattle U Women’s Basketball Head Coach from 2022-11-02T21:46:06

Seattle U women's basketball head coach Suzy Barcomb stopped by the podcast to talk about the Redhawks, the youth movement in the Pacific Northwest, traveling to Greece and the importance of the...

Chris Victor - Seattle U Men’s Basketball from 2022-11-02T21:40:49

Seattle U men's basketball head coach Chris Victor joined the podcast to talk about the Redhawks. Victor discusses the growth of the squad, the run to a regular season crown, Riley Grigsby and C...

Ravon Justice - Sam Houston Women’s Basketball Head Coach from 2022-11-02T21:20:01

Sam Houston women's basketball head coach Ravon Justice joined the podcast to talk about the Bearkats, the craziness of the 2021-22 season, winning streaks, transfers, Faith Cook and more. Justi...

Sam Houston Men’s Basketball Head Coach Jason Hooten from 2022-11-02T21:16:41

Jason Hooten is one of the longest tenured coaches in the WAC. Hooten enters his 13th season as head coach of the Sam Houston Bearkats men's basketball team. And while superstar Savion Flagg isn...

Aggie Beat Writer Stephen Wagner Chats NMSU Hoops from 2022-11-02T20:52:50

Stephen Wagner of the Las Cruces Sun News joined the podcast this week to talk Aggie hoops. Wagner began covering the Aggies in the Summer of 2021 and will bring you more Aggie hoops news and in...

A Chat with New Mexico State Women’s Basketball Head Coach Jody Adams from 2022-11-02T20:33:58

First year head coach Jody Adams joins the Straight Outta WAC podcast. Adams takes over an Aggie program that has struggled in recent years and is looking to leave its mark in its last season in...

CBU Men’s Basketball Head Coach Rick Croy Joins the Podcast from 2022-11-02T20:12:15

The California Baptist men's basketball team is garnering some offseason hype. And for good reason. As it prepares for its first season of eligibility for the NCAA Tournament, Croy and his staff...

Talking CBU Women’s Basketball with Head Coach Jarrod Olson from 2022-11-02T20:08:14

On this episode of the Straight Outta WAC Podcast, CBU women's basketball Jarrod Olson joins Kyle, Derryl and Chelsea. Olson talks about the offseason, roster turnover, Trinity San Antonio, Summ...

GCU Men’s Basketball Head Coach Bryce Drew Joins the Podcast from 2022-11-02T19:43:54

For the GCU men's basketball team, the 2021-22 season was a good one but didn't end the way the Lopes would have liked. And in the offseason, the Lopes loaded up with four Division I transfers i...

Aggie Broadcaster Adam Young Talks Bahamas, Aggie Basketball from 2022-08-05T16:26:56

New Mexico State broadcaster Adam Young joins the podcast to talk about the Aggies. Young gives a report from the Bahamas, who has surprised thus far, thoughts on athleticism, length and the Agg...

Summer SHE-nanigans of PMA from 2022-08-04T03:35:50

We're Baaaacck! Did you miss us? We know you did. 

Join Alex & Jacks as we recap our insane summer filled with road trips, lazy days & LOTS of fun!

We may even talk...

First-Year New Mexico State Head Coach Greg Heiar Talks About the Aggies from 2022-08-01T17:00

In this episode of the Straight Outta WAC podcast, first-year head coach Greg Heiar joins the podcast to talk about the Aggies. Heiar also talks about building a roster, playing style that fans ...

It’s#LopesUp with GCU Women’s Basketball Head Coach Molly Miller from 2022-07-27T22:13:04

GCU women's basketball head coach Molly Miller is a winner. She won as a head coach at Drury College and now is winning as a head coach at GCU. The Lopes have played in back-to-back WAC Tourname...

Voice of the Lancers Joins the Podcast from 2022-07-20T16:00

It is another episode featuring the Voice of the Lancers, Braiden Bell. On his way to getting ready for the Home Run Derby and taking some photos for a car dealership, Bell takes some time to ta...

ACU Women’s Head Coach Julie Goodenough Talks About the Wildcats from 2022-07-15T19:00

ACU head coach Julie Goodenough lost her top two scorers and her starting point guard following the 2021-22 season. It was the first season in the WAC for the Wildcats and it had its challenges....

A Chat with ACU Head Coach Brette Tanner from 2022-07-13T16:00

In this episode of the Straight Outta WAC podcast, Abilene Christian men's basketball head coach Brette Tanner joins us to recap his first season as head coach while looking ahead to the 2022-23...

Straight Outta WAC Podcast is Back from 2022-07-07T18:00

It is July 7, 2022 and the Straight Outta WAC podcast is back. Derryl and Kyle start up a new season of the podcast and introduce a new contributor to WAC Hoops Digest. Chelsea Mendelson is a GC...

Szn Finale: Recaps & Awards from 2022-03-30T00:48:47

Alex and Jacks recap the entire season, going over stats and games that stood out. We will also give our own personal awards to the team based solely on personal preference for things like MVP, ...

CBI Tourney: Jacks vs UNC Asheville from 2022-03-23T00:26:44

Since we didn't get into the BIG dance, we were invited to participate in the CBI Tourney in Florida. Jacks traveled there to play UNC Asheville. It wasn't our best game and Flo Sports is a joke...

WACVegas: Jacks @ ACU from 2022-03-19T00:02:51

6 days in Vegas, what a trip! We had a great time experiencing our first WACVegas minus the L. In this episode, we will talk about the game and our adventures in Sin City.

Shout out t...

Life of a Coach’s Wife - Sheri Jans, New Mexico State from 2022-03-08T09:45:03

The life of a coach's wife has a lot of ups and downs. There is the notion that you might not be in the same place year after year. You have to be the calming effect for the family. There are ob...

Thoughts on the Men’s WAC Postseason Awards from 2022-03-07T14:22:07

Here are some thoughts on the WAC postseason awards as voted on by the coaches around the conference.

Teddy Allen is the Player of the Year and Newcomer of the Year. Fardaws Aimaq repeat...

Aggie Weekly - New Mexico State Needs Two Wins to Claim Outright Title from 2022-03-01T10:12:05

The unthinkable happened on Saturday. New Mexico State lost at Chicago State. Yes, you read that correctly. And in the process, the Aggies made the road to the regular season crown a little more...

Chicago State Play-by-Play Voice Recaps Historic Win from 2022-02-28T13:43:19

Sam Brief made a bold prediction that Chicago State was going to get an eyebrow-raising win in 2021-22. And on Saturday, courtesy of a Brandon Betson layup, the Cougars did just that. And Sam wa...

WAC Wager: Big Seeding Implications on the Line Saturday from 2022-02-26T09:26:01

It is another busy day of WAC Hoops. And want to wish you good luck on your picks for the day. There are six games on the slate highlighted by Sam Houston at Grand Canyon at 6 p.m. MT on ESPN+. ...

CBU Weekly - Lancers Looking to Conference Play Strong from 2022-02-23T09:00

Braiden Bell joins the CBU weekly podcast episode to talk about the Lancers. It is crazy to think how the Lancers are a few shots or even seconds from being perhaps 12-2 in WAC play this season....

Aggie Weekly is Live as the Regular Season Winds Down from 2022-02-22T18:27:42

New Mexico State went 3-0 in a week where KenPom had the Aggies losing two of three. With the three wins, the Aggies are once again on top of the WAC standings with three games to play. The good...

Dixie State head coach Jon Judkins Joins the Podcast from 2022-02-22T11:21:23

The Dixie State Trailblazers are playing the spoiler role down the stretch of the 2021-22 season. Dixie State is not eligible for the WAC tournament as it is in the second year or a 4-year trans...

Big Monday is Back as Derryl and Kyle Talk WAC Hoops from 2022-02-21T15:22:38

Big Monday is back in the WAC. And Derryl and Kyle talk about the races on both the men's and women's sides. Who are the Coach of the Year candidates? There is still a ton of basketball to be pl...

Rivalry Game, Big Game and More on WAC Wager from 2022-02-19T12:25:17

The newest episode of WAC Wager is live. Austin and Kyle talk WAC Hoops and the busy Saturday slate. The highlight of the day is the big rivalry game in St. George between Utah Valley and Dixie ...

Aggie Weekly with Adam Young - Talking Big Game at GCU on Saturday from 2022-02-18T11:53:29

In this episode of the podcast, Adam Young comes on to talk about the Aggies and the big game at GCU on Saturday night. 

What matchup to watch, who are some players that could have a big...

WAC Wager: Another Full Slate on WACky Wednesday from 2022-02-16T09:30

5 games on the slate on Wednesday night. And a lot of games featuring those wanting to play spoiler roles against teams at the top of the WAC. All lines are from Listen

CBU Weekly with Braiden Bell, Lancers Looking to Get Back on Track from 2022-02-10T11:13:42

It is another episode of the Straight Outta WAC podcast. This episode is all about the CBU men's basketball team. The Lancers are 2-8 in WAC play and the average margin in all 10 games is around...

WAC Wager is Back on Busy Thursday of WAC Hoops from 2022-02-10T09:20:16

Austin and Kyle are back with a new episode of WAC Wager. Five games on the slate on Thursday and four of them have double-digit favorites. The biggest game on the slate is GCU at UVU at the UCC...

SFA Women’s Head Coach Mark Kellogg Joined the Podcast from 2022-02-09T17:34:02

The SFA women's basketball team has had a lot of recent success. Since taking over the program in 2015-16, SFA has won 18-plus games every season under Mark Kellogg. In 2021-22, the Jacks are 19...

The Crow’s Nest Joins the Podcast to Talk Utah Valley Hoops from 2022-02-09T12:31:28

Utah Valley play-by-play voice Brandon Crow joined the podcast to talk about the Wolverines.

On this Wolverine Wednesday as it is referred to in Orem, the Wolverines have a pair of HUGE ...

GCU Women’s Head Coach Molly Miller Joined the Podcast from 2022-02-09T11:57:45

GCU women's basketball head coach Molly Miller joined the podcast on Wednesday. Miller talks about her team, the growth, moving on from Katie Scott and Laura Piera and more.

GCU is 15-6 ...

ACU on 5-Game Win Streak, Heads to Tarleton Saturday from 2022-02-08T13:08:49

Abilene Christian started off WAC play with a pair of road wins. Then the wheels came off for five games including the first losses at the Teague Center in nearly two years. 

But, the Wi...

Aggie Weekly -Back on Top of the WAC Standings After Sweeping the Weekend from 2022-02-07T17:31:17

It is the Aggie weekly episode featuring play-by-play voice Adam Young. The Aggies are back on top of the WAC standings after a pair of double digit wins. On Thursday, New Mexico State beat Cali...

Teddy Allen, SFA, Seattle Struggles and More in the Weekend Recap from 2022-02-07T09:40:06

New Mexico State guard Teddy Allen is making a statement for WAC Player of the Year honors. The Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks are back in the mix of things after a pair of dominant wins. Seattle...

Sam Houston Associate Head Coach Talks Bearkats, Previews Seattle from 2022-01-28T13:00

Sam Houston associate head coach Chris Mudge stopped by the podcast to talk about the Bearkats. At 8-1 in WAC play and 13-9 overall, the Bearkats have come alive in WAC play. Sam Houston beat Ca...

Cougars Put on Offensive Show in Loss to Utah Valley, Preview Dixie State from 2022-01-28T09:40:08

Imagine shooting 54 percent from the field. That should equate to a win in the minds of many. And imagine committing just eight turnovers in the game, as well. It should have been an easy win. Listen

CBU Close but No Cigar in Loss to Bearkats, Host SFA Saturday from 2022-01-27T16:32:16

For the California Baptist Lancers, every game in conference play has been close. This is true in both victory and defeat. A buzzer-beater at Chicago State. Giving up an 11-0 run to lose by thre...

Seattle Stays Unbeaten in WAC Play, Huge Showdown Saturday from 2022-01-27T14:44:48

On this episode, Seattle play-by-play voice Russell Brown chimes in on the win over SFA on Wednesday. The Redhawks are off to their best start in almost 40 years. At 16-4 overall and 7-0 in WAC ...

Thoughts on a WACky Wednesday of WAC Hoops from 2022-01-27T10:15:19

Conference games continue to get better and better. But, let's reference to WAC Wednesday as WACky Wednesday.

UTRGV had four players foul out and had to run and get a uniform so a walk-o...

WAC Wager: Four Games on the Slate on Wednesday Night from 2022-01-26T09:09:34

The conference season continues to roll along. And on Wednesday night, we have four more games ready to tip off. Two of the games feature teams playing in specific arenas for the first time ever...

New Mexico State Weekly - GCU Preview w/ Adam Young from 2022-01-24T17:24:34

It's that week again. The week that prior to last Thursday, everyone was hoping was going to be the biggest game in the Western Athletic Conference in a long time.

But, it's the wild, wi...

Busy Saturday of WAC Hoops with 11 Games Combined Between the Men and Women from 2022-01-22T11:23:33

It is a busy Saturday of #WAChoops. Kyle and Derryl preview each game on both the men's and women's side of things. Russell Brown opens up the episode talking about Seattle U and trying to stay ...

WAC Wager - Busy Saturday of WAC Hoops from 2022-01-22T09:54:48

It is another busy day of WAC Hoops. All six men's games are being played today beginning with tip off at 1 p.m. MT on ESPN+.

Austin in is Las Vegas enjoying himself so Kyle presents two...

Reaction from Sam Houston’s Big Win Over New Mexico State Thursday from 2022-01-21T11:29:32

Sam Houston was 5-1 in WAC play coming into Thursday night. After opening its game against New Mexico State on a 10-0 run, the Bearkats never looked back. Savion Flagg had another big night in j...

SFA Uses Big 2nd Half to Rout GCU - Reaction from Matt Adkins and Paul Coro from 2022-01-21T09:08:08

Perhaps it was the physicality. Or maybe one team overlooked the other. Whatever it was, Stephen F. Austin made a statement with a 71-46 win over Grand Canyon on Thursday night at Johnson Colise...

Wild, Wild Night of WAC Hoops Thursday from 2022-01-20T21:50:05

Tried to do this as a live podcast episode. Going to do it more often so you will have to sign up and follow on the Podbean App. But what a wild night of WAC Hoops as both NM State and GCU lose ...

Utah Valley and UTRGV Do Battle at the UCCU Center from 2022-01-20T14:38:16

Here is a short episode previewing UTRGV at Utah Valley on Thursday night at the UCCU Center. Wolverines has lost two straight while the Vaqueros are coming off their first conference win a week...

Underrated Games, Let the Under Dogs Eat, and Best Bets on WAC Wager from 2022-01-20T09:16:24

Another episode of WAC Wager is live. Austin and Kyle get your Thursday morning started off with their underrated games of the night, letting the under dogs eat and their best bets on a busy Thu...

Player of the Year Candidates and Big Games Per Kyle and Derryl from 2022-01-19T18:00

On this episode, Kyle and Derryl discuss their Player of the Year candidates and give their reasons behind the picks. You have to listen to the episode to hear the breakdown.

Also, both ...

Sam Houston Weekly Episode with Rob Hipp from 2022-01-19T15:32:37

Sam Houston is 5-1 in WAC play and the Bearkats have played well since finishing the non-conference slate with a win over NC Central. 

Head coach Jason Hooten now holds the most wins in ...

California Baptist Weekly Episode with Braiden Bell from 2022-01-19T10:33:39

The California Baptist Lancers got a gutsy win over Utah Valley on Saturday. But, the Lancers couldn't secure a defensive rebound in the waning moments of regulation against Seattle and then los...

New Mexico State Weekly Episode with Adam Young from 2022-01-18T14:00

Another week of WAC Hoops has come and gone. New Mexico State sits atop the standings tied with GCU at 5-0. The Aggies got a huge performance from Teddy Allen on Saturday night. Allen posted a c...

Small Business Owner to Donate for Every Utah Valley Win from 2022-01-18T09:14:39

Normally, donors and season ticket holders have some sort of tie to a university. That could be as alumni or perhaps a family member attended the school. That is just kind of the norm. 

...

GCU Insider Talks Hot Shooting, Statement Win from 2022-01-14T14:51:38

On Thursday night, GCU earned a statement win over Abilene Christian. Against one of the best defensive teams in the country, GCU shot 60 percent from the field and put up 95 points against the ...

It’s Over Kind of Day for WAC Hoops on WAC Wager from 2022-01-13T12:00

There are four games on the WAC Hoops slate for Thursday. And it is an over kind of day plus a favorite kind of day. 

Will we see a healthy Lamar squad finally? The Cardinals host Sam Ho...

Reaction to Seattle U, Dixie State Pulling Off Thrilling Wins Wednesday Night from 2022-01-13T08:59:13

At the CBU Events Center on Wednesday night, it was shades of the Duke-Maryland game from 2001. Do you remember that? 10 points in 54 seconds for Jay Williams to lead the Blue Devils to the win....

Who Gets First WAC Win? And Can Seattle Make a Statement? New Episode of WAC Wager from 2022-01-12T09:56:05

There are two games on Wednesday night. Utah Valley travels to the Emerald City to take on Seattle U at Climate Pledge Arena. And California Baptist plays host to Dixie State. 

The Redha...

CBU Looks to Rebound After Loss in the Windy City and Braiden Bell Shares His Thoughts from 2022-01-12T08:35:08

It has been a dark few days for the California Baptist Lancers. Some games you win and some games you lose. But, sometimes a loss hurts quite a bit more than others. And on Saturday, the Lancers...

Weekly Review - Seattle U with Russell Brown from 2022-01-11T14:40:51

The Seattle U men's basketball team got WAC play started on the right foot with a 16-point win at Chicago State last Thursday. Now, the Redhawks come home to Climate Pledge Arena to host Utah Va...

Utah Valley PxP Voice Brandon Crow Talks About the Wolverines from 2022-01-11T09:56:23

Utah Valley play-by-play voice Brandon Crow hopped on the Straight Outta WAC podcast on Monday night. Brandon and Kyle talk about Utah Valley, the early season success and the role players. 

Week 3 Presents Big Tests for New Mexico State from 2022-01-10T17:48:40

WAC play has been so entertaining through the first two weeks of conference play. Unfortunately, for New Mexico State, the Aggies have only been able to play two of their scheduled four games. O...

Chicago State Head Coach Gerald Gillion Joins the Podcast from 2022-01-10T13:00

The goal is to win now. And rather than re-build, it is simply about re-tooling. Chicago State head coach Gerald Gillion joined the podcast to talk about the culture, winning, and the changing o...

Old Hammer Rivalry, Texas 2-Step and WAC Wager from 2022-01-08T10:16:46

It is another episode of WAC Wager as Austin and Kyle give their best bets today and thoughts on a busy Saturday of WAC Hoops. Give it a listen. 

WAC Wager Episode 2 - Best Bets, Underdogs and More from 2022-01-06T10:00

It is the second episode of WAC Wager. Kyle and Austin are here to share information, share their picks and thoughts on a busy Thursday night of WAC Hoops.

Yes, COVID is rearing its ugly...

SFA at ACU - Matt Adkins and Grant Boone Preview Thursday Night’s Big Game from 2022-01-05T13:00

Stephen F. Austin and Abilene Christian know each other pretty well. ACU head coach Brette Tanner was an assistant at SFA prior to coming to Abilene. The Jacks and Wildcats have split the last t...

Cougars Looking for First Conference Win in Nearly Four Years from 2022-01-05T09:00

The Chicago State Cougars have not won a conference game since March 3, 2018. In the final game of the regular season Deionte Simmons led five Cougars in double figures in a 96-82 win over Kansa...

ACU Women’s Head Coach Julie Goodenough Joined the Podcast from 2022-01-04T11:54:52

The Abilene Christian women's basketball team opened WAC play with a pair of victories. And both victories came in different fashion. Head coach Julie Goodenough joined Derryl and Kyle on the po...

New Mexico State PxP Voice Adam Young Talks Aggies, COVID and More from 2022-01-03T19:30:32

It is another one of the daily podcast episodes. Adam Young comes on and will be on every Monday to talk about the Aggies.

In this episode, Young and Kyle talk about the win over Chicago...

Weekend Recap, Explanation of Power Rankings and More from 2022-01-03T17:30:23

It was a fun first weekend of WAC Hoops. We had a Quad I win. There were also three road wins. Three teams were playing shorthanded in Tarleton, Lamar and Chicago State. 

And that led to...

ACU Play-by-Play Voice Grant Boone Previews the Wildcats from 2021-12-30T10:55:43

Abilene Christian play-by-play voice Grant Boone joined the podcast this morning to preview the Wildcats. Boone believes that many, including himself, overlook the Wildcats especially because of...

WAC Wager Episode 1 from 2021-12-30T09:54:02

New to the Straight Outta WAC podcast is a segment we refer to as WAC Wager. Austin Montgomery and Kyle will be providing this segment twice a week prior to games starting.

Austin writes...

GCU Insider, Voice of the Lancers Talk WAC Hoops from 2021-12-29T19:27:20

The week thus far has been a blast. We have talked with coaches, play-by-play voices and now we have an insider. GCU insider Paul Coro came on the Straight Outta WAC podcast to talk about the Lo...

Talking Bearkats and Cougars on Wednesday Morning from 2021-12-29T10:53:23

On another daily episode of the Straight Outta WAC podcast, we are talking Bearkats and Cougars. Sam Houston play-by-play voice Rob Hipp drops in to talk about the Bearkats. And special guest he...

Redhawks Shoot, Texans Defend in Episode 3 of Daily Podcasts from 2021-12-28T15:00

It is episode three of the daily podcasts. It is the start of having two podcast episodes a day leading up to games starting on Thursday. The conference opener for both Seattle and Tarleton take...

Jacks, Aggies and A Whole Lot of Thoughts About the Preseason Favorites from 2021-12-28T10:00

The daily podcast episodes are going to start coming. Fast and hard. And you won't want to miss an episode. On this second episode, New Mexico State television broadcaster Adam Young joins the p...

Lamar, Utah Valley on the Monday Morning Slate from 2021-12-27T10:00

WAC play is upon us. Hopefully Covid will stay away long enough for fans to get a look at what conference play will be like. This is the first episode of daily content during WAC play. 

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Top-5 Wins, Two-Bid WAC, and Prepping for WAC Play from 2021-12-23T10:30

On this episode of the Straight Outta WAC podcast, Kyle breaks down his top-5 wins of the non-conference slate. Utah Valley over BYU. New Mexico State with two wins on the list. Grand Canyon and...

Rick Croy, Braiden Bell Talk Taran Armstrong and CBU Hoops from 2021-12-10T09:32:38

California Baptist is off to its best start as a Division I program at 8-1. The lone loss came at No. 7 Texas. And the Lancers also feature one of the best young players in the game in freshman ...

NMSU Beat Writer Stephen Wagner Talks Rivalry Games and More from 2021-12-09T11:26:28

New Mexico State men's basketball beat writer Stephen Wagner joined the podcast on Thursday morning. Wagner talks about the transition from Austin to Las Cruces and the culture shock that took s...

Reaction to Utah Valley‘s Upset Win Over No. 12 BYU from 2021-12-02T14:57

It has already been said that some wins are just simply bigger than others. And on Wednesday night at the UCCU Center in Orem, that is exactly what happened. Fardaws Aimaq and Justin Harmon both...

Daybreak Anchor Nick Canizales Talks Lamar Hoops from 2021-12-02T09:53:46

Daybreak anchor Nick Canizales joined the Straight Outta WAC podcast to talk about the Lamar Cardinals. Canizales goes into detail about what new head coach and Lamar alum Alvin Brooks is doing ...

Schedule Debate, 200 Wins, P6 Wins and More from 2021-11-29T10:15:55

Derryl and Kyle are back with the Straight Outta WAC podcast. In this first real episode of the 2021-22, the pair talk about the scheduling debate seen on Twitter on Sunday. Along with this, Der...

WAC Player of the Year Fardaws Aimaq Talks Offseason, 2021-22 Season from 2021-11-01T09:28:12

The WAC Player of the Year returns in 2021-22. Utah Valley big man Fardaws Aimaq had a monster season for the Wolverines in 2020-21 averaging 13.9 points and 15.0 rebounds per game. Utah Valley ...

Voice of the Cougars - Sam Brief talks culture, pizza, and the White Sox from 2021-09-21T09:47:29

Sam Brief is the Voice of the Chicago State Cougars and has some great insights on the athletic department. Sam also gives us his choice for best deep dish pizza in Chicago although he can't eat...

NMSU senior Johnny McCants talks fatherhood, fans, and final season in Las Cruces from 2021-09-20T09:29:49

As a Las Cruces native, Johnny McCants is excited for one more run with the New Mexico State Aggies. Fans will get to fill the Pan Am Center which McCants is so excited for. Along the way, McCan...

WAC Wednesday Talking Postseason Tournaments and Other WAC Bullets from 2021-03-17T11:02:35

GCU is playing in its first-ever NCAA tournament, CBU women are playing in the WNIT and Utah Valley women are in their first-ever NCAA Tournament plus some other bullets from around the WAC.  Listen

Utah Valley Athletic Director Jared Sumsion Joins the Podcast from 2021-03-13T13:02:02

Utah Valley Athletic Director Jared Sumsion joined the podcast to talk about the challenges he faced during the pandemic. Sumsion also gives credit to the student-athletes for the way they handl...

New Mexico State Athletic Director Mario Moccia Joins the Podcast from 2021-03-11T12:43:42

The 2020-21 school year has been a crazy one and perhaps none more so than for the New Mexico State Aggies. Covid restrictions forced the men's and women's basketball teams to relocate for a per...

Kyle and Derryl Break Down the Postseason Awards and Talk WAC Vegas from 2021-03-10T06:37:46

In this episode, Derryl and Kyle talk about the postseason awards. CBU head coach Jarrod Olson won Coach of the Year. CBU point guard Ane Olaeta won Player of the Year. Katie Scott swept Newcome...

GCU Lopes Insider Talks Big Series for WAC Regular Season Title from 2021-03-04T14:18:02

GCU Lopes insider Paul Coro came on the podcast once again to talk about the big series happening at GCU Arena this weekend. The Lopes host Utah Valley with the WAC regular season title on the l...

Former UVU Players Reminisce About Winning 2013-14 WAC Regular Season Crown from 2021-03-04T11:58:28

Ben Aird, Keawe Enos, Mitch Bruneel and Zach Nelson joined the podcast to reminisce about the 2013-14 season. Aird and Enos were seniors on a Utah Valley squad that went 13-3 in its first year i...

Weekend Recap Plus Hot Takes on Post-Game Celebrations from 2021-03-01T19:25:24

Another episode of the WAC Hoops Digest Podcast where Kyle and Tyler discuss the weekend. Also in the discussion is post-game celebrations and how we both feel about them. Give it a listen. 

Reaction to a Wild Friday Night of WAC Hoops from 2021-02-27T09:11:42

New Mexico State shot the lights out. Utah Valley held off a pesky UTRGV squad that is playing with a lot of emotions. And Seattle U got defensive in its win over Grand Canyon on Friday night. <...

Reaction to Report of UTRGV F Sean Rhea Entering Transfer Portal from 2021-02-25T15:34:36

Here is a quick reaction episode of the news about UTRGV F Sean Rhea. 

CBU WBB Head Coach Jarrod Olson and Guard Ane Olaeta Join the Podcast from 2021-02-24T13:11:45

CBU women's basketball head coach Jarrod Olson and point guard Ane Olaeta joined the podcast on Wednesday. The Lancers are the WAC regular season champs after sweeping GCU last weekend. Olaeta w...

Rapid Recap Tuesday Plus Thoughts on WAC Vegas from 2021-02-23T18:44:21

Three more WAC series ended in splits this past weekend. Friday night winners lost on Saturday night. Just making the WAC race that much more interesting. Plus some thoughts on WAC Vegas and how...

Weekend Recap: Series Splits are Becoming the Norm from 2021-02-22T09:31:24

In this episode, Tyler and Kyle break down the weekend that saw all three series split between opponents. Winners on Friday night lost on Saturday night. It was a wild weekend. And series are go...

Halftime Breakdown of GCU at CBU from 2021-02-19T16:04:03

Halftime breakdown of a big WAC series in Riverside. CBU leads 39-36 over GCU. Katie Scott leads all scorers with 14 points. No Lancer was in double figures. The Lopes also forced 12 turnovers d...

WAC Hoops Pre-Game Live - GCU at CBU from 2021-02-19T14:58:38

Just trying out a live podcast as we preview the GCU at CBU women's game that has huge implications for the WAC regular season crown. The Lopes and Lancers do battle in Riverside at CBU Events C...

UVU WBB Head Coach Dan Nielson Joins the Podcast from 2021-02-11T09:49

The Utah Valley women's basketball team was a preseason favorite to win the WAC regular season crown. But, a slow start added with COVID issues has kind of made the Wolverines a bit of an aftert...

GCU WBB Head Coach Molly Miller Joins the Podcast from 2021-02-10T10:59

Grand Canyon women's basketball head coach Molly Miller is a winner. Plain and simple. At Division II Drury, Miller was 67-1 over her final two seasons and led the Panthers to a perfect 32-0 sea...

CBU WBB Head Coach Jarrod Olson Talks About the Lancers Success from 2021-02-10T08:43

Jarrod Olson joined the podcast on Tuesday afternoon. The California Baptist women's basketball head coach is coming off a series sweep over New Mexico State in which Olson picked up his 200th w...

WAC Hoops Week-In-Review with Inland Sports Sr. Writer Derryl Trujillo from 2021-02-08T14:55

Another week of WAC Hoops has come and gone. With it, some bad news came as well. UTRGV head coach Lew Hill passed away in his sleep on Sunday morning. Hill was 55 at the time of his death and i...

Fans at Games, GCU Reaction, Short Preview of Both Weekend Series in WAC Hoops from 2021-02-05T15:10

It is Friday afternoon and I should have been in Edinburg, Texas by now. At the very least, checked into my hotel in McAllen. Disappointing times this COVID-19 has caused a lot of people. For wh...

CBU PxP Broadcaster Braiden Bell Talks CBU Offense, EA Sports and Food from 2021-02-03T15:37

The California Baptist Lancers are riding high. CBU is one of the best offensive teams in the nation. And CBU play-by-play broadcaster Braiden Bell joins the podcast to talk about this Lancer of...

GCU Lopes Insider Paul Coro Talks Success, Preview NMSU Series from 2021-01-28T15:38

GCU is off to a 10-3 start under first-year head coach Bryce Drew. The Lopes are also 4-0 in WAC play after sweeping weekend series at Tarleton State and at Dixie State. Currently, GCU is on a 6...

New Mexico State PxP Broadcaster Adam Young Discusses Aggie Basketball from 2021-01-28T12:34

New Mexico State has finally taken the floor once again. And with it comes perhaps what some considered the biggest series of the season this weekend. The Aggies travel back to Phoenix to take o...

WAC Roundtable - Talking WAC Expansion and WAC Hoops from 2021-01-15T12:21

It is the first-ever WAC Roundtable. Monitor News writer Andrew McCulloch and Inland Sports Senior Writer Derryl Trujillo join Kyle and Tyler to talk about WAC expansion as well as WAC hoops. Listen

WAC Wednesday - Expansion and Power Rankings from 2021-01-13T14:40

In this episode of the WAC Hoops Digest podcast, expansion is the big topic. Also on the agenda is the weekly power rankings and breaking down why I have the rankings the way I do.

I als...

WAC Play Begins - California Baptist at Utah Valley Preview from 2021-01-07T15:48

Conference play is upon us. Friday night four WAC teams are in action...against other WAC teams. Yep. Totally stoked. And on this episode of the podcast, California Baptist head coach Rick Croy ...

Monday Madness Thoughts - Chicago State, New Mexico State&WAC Players of the Week from 2020-12-28T12:42

Monday Madness Thoughts. Sounds reasonable now that we are a little over a week away from conference play beginning. The madness technically began last week with the Chicago State news.

WAC Wednesday Rant - CHEER for WAC Schools in Non-Conference Play from 2020-12-23T10:47

Some days, it is hard to promote WAC Hoops. It is almost like common sense goes out the window for the fans. Cheering for WAC schools to fail in non-conference games is mind-boggling. Do fans no...

New Followers, WAC Expansion and Cancellations Suck from 2020-12-17T15:08

It has been a really good Thursday. WAC Hoops Digest has had an influx of new followers. More WAC expansion talk has come out. And well, as of right now, two WAC teams will be in action on Thurs...

WAC Wednesday Thoughts: Utah Valley, Chicago State and a Sportscenter Top-10 from 2020-12-16T10:35

It is another WAC Wednesday and in this episode of the WAC Hoops Digest podcast, I put together some thoughts on Utah Valley and Chicago State. I also talk about a Sportscenter Top-10 moment fro...

Andrew McCulloch, UTRGV Beat Writer for Monitor News, Joins the Podcast from 2020-12-10T14:08

Award-winning journalist Andrew McCulloch covers all things UTRGV for the Monitor News. McCulloch also covers high school sports and has had a whirlwind past few weeks. Covering the high school pla...

Derryl Trujillo, Inland Sports Show Senior Writer Talks CBU Men's and Women's Hoops from 2020-12-09T15:35

It is another WAC Wednesday and another episode of the WAC Hoops Digest podcast. On this episode, Inland Sports Show Senior Writer Derryl Trujillo discusses the culture and success that both the Ca...

WAC Hoops Mailbag - Expansion, Non-Conference Games, Dixie State from 2020-12-08T09:45

It's a Tuesday edition of the WAC Hoops Mailbag. Although that isn't how it's referenced in the episode, fans' questions about WAC hoops are answered as best they can be. WAC expansion which has bl...

Grand Canyon Lopes Insider Paul Coro Joins the Podcast from 2020-11-17T09:08

GCU insider Paul Coro joins the podcast on Monday afternoon. The Lopes have a new head coach, new system and a new opportunity to do big things.Former Vanderbilt star Bryce Drew is at the helm in P...

New Mexico State Beat Writer Justin Martinez Joins the Podcast from 2020-11-13T16:57

New Mexico State beat writer Justin Martinez joins the podcast in an episode that examines the Aggies. Martinez is in his second year covering the Aggies after a stint in North Dakota after graduat...

Voice of the Lancers, Braiden Bell Joins the Podcast from 2020-11-12T19:17

California Baptist play-by-play announcer Braiden Bell joins the WAC Hoops Digest podcast on Thursday. Bell talks about the Lancers and what makes CBU so tough despite being new to the Division I l...

Voice of the Wolverines, Brandon Crow Joins the Podcast from 2020-11-10T09:58

Utah Valley play by play announcer Brandon Crow joined the WAC Hoops Digest podcast on Monday night. Crow has been the Voice of the Wolverines over the past four years. In this episode, Crow talks ...

Seattle U Head Coach Jim Hayford Previews 2020-21 Season from 2020-10-21T11:35

Seattle U head coach Jim Hayford came on the WAC Hoops Digest podcast to talk about the 2020-21 season. The Redhawks feature nine new players including JUCO All-American Angelo Stuart.Also in the m...

Dixie State Head Coach Jon Judkins Previews 2020-21 Season from 2020-10-15T12:41

The Dixie State Trailblazers are the newest members of the Western Athletic Conference. Head coach Jon Judkins joined the podcast to talk about his 2020-21 squad.The Trailblazers have seven new pla...

WAC Hoops News and Other Bullets w/ Kyle and Tyler from 2020-10-14T14:17

It is random but something we will do on a weekly basis. Kyle and Tyler talk about news around WAC Hoops and other things seen on social media.Tuesday was picture day for Utah Valley and the Wolver...

California Baptist Head Coach Rick Croy Previews 2020-21 Season from 2020-10-13T13:26

In two years at the NCAA Division I level, the California Baptist men's basketball team has made a name for itself. The Lancers are the only WAC team to beat New Mexico State in that time. CBU has ...

UTRGV 2020-21 Preview with Head Coach Lew Hill from 2020-10-09T12:50

Lew Hill joins the WAC Hoops Digest podcast to talk about his 2020-212 Vaqueros. UTRGV struggled through a 14-16 season in 2019-20. It is the first time under Hill that UTRGV hasn't seen an increas...

GCU Head Coach Bryce Drew Previews 2020-21 Season from 2020-10-08T13:56

New Grand Canyon men's basketball coach Bryce Drew is a Cubs fan. That means he is an instant favorite of the WAC Hoops Digest podcast. Okay, we try not to play favorites here. Nonetheless, Drew ca...

Utah Valley 2020-21 Short Preview with Head Coach Mark Madsen from 2020-10-01T15:22

In his second year at Utah Valley, head coach Mark Madsen has a lot of new faces. 15 of them to be exact. Trey Woodbury and JJ Overton are the two Wolverines that return from the 2019-20 squad. It ...

New Mexico State Head Coach Chris Jans Gives Small Preview of 2020-21 Aggies from 2020-09-29T13:00

Chris Jans joins the WAC Hoops Digest Podcast to talk about his 2020-21 Aggies. New Mexico State returns All-WAC honoree Jabari Rice as well as big man Johnny McCants. The Aggies also got a gift...

Seattle U Head Coach Jim Hayford Previews Second Half of WAC Play from 2020-02-08T13:09

Seattle U head coach Jim Hayford sat down with Kyle prior to the UVU game to talk about the second half and what he expects of his Redhawks. Seattle is 4-4 in WAC play and three of the four losses ...

Utah Valley Head Coach Mark Madsen - Second Half Preview from 2020-02-06T15:34

For first-year head coach Mark Madsen, there has been quite a learning curve. Utah Valley has struggled to start games fast, execute at a high level on the offensive end and finish games late. It's...

Thoughts on Midway Point of WAC Hoops from 2020-02-05T18:43

In this episode of the WAC Hoops Digest Podcast, Kyle and Tyler Creer talk about Tyler's article related to the mid-season grades. The two discuss some surprises as well as the disappointments. It ...

WAC Hoops Digest Podcast - Chris Jans, New Mexico State from 2020-01-16T13:49

In this episode of The WAC Hoops Digest Podcast, Kyle talks with New Mexico State head coach Chris Jans. The Aggies are 12-6 overall and 3-0 in WAC play. In fact, the Aggies are the last remaining ...

WAC Hoops Digest Podcast - Rick Croy, California Baptist from 2020-01-04T08:57

In this episode of The WAC Hoops Digest Podcast, Kyle talks with California Baptist head coach Rick Croy. The Lancers are on a seven-game winning streak and face perhaps their toughest opponent of ...

WAC Hoops Digest Podcast - Mark Madsen, Utah Valley from 2019-12-13T09:00

In this episode of the WAC Hoops Digest Podcast, Kyle sits down with Utah Valley's first-year head coach Mark Madsen at the NUVI Basketball Center. The two discuss what it's been like for the new h...

WAC Hoops Digest Podcast - Jim Hayford, Seattle U from 2019-12-12T08:31

In this episode of the WAC Hoops Digest Podcast, Kyle talks with Seattle U head coach Jim Hayford. The two discuss the non-conference slate the Redhawks have faced, what it is teaching Hayford abou...

WAC Hoops Digest Podcast - Early Season Struggles from 2019-11-22T10:47

On this episode of The WAC Hoops Digest Podcast, the early season struggles for the conference are discussed. From losing winnable games to struggling against Division I opponents. The injury bug h...

WAC Hoops Digest - Tip-Off Tuesday from 2019-11-05T17:33

It is the first episode of the WAC Hoops Digest Podcast as it is Tip-Off Tuesday. The Road to #WACVegas starts tonight as all nine WAC Hoops teams tip off the season. Eight of the nine teams are at...