Cougar Sports Saturday (BYU)

Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte bring you the best moments from recent episodes, including bold predictions for BYU Football’s 2025 fall camp and Max Hall’s take on the quarterback battle. Richie Saunders joins the show to preview a highly anticipated BYU Basketball season, while the guys also react to Memphis’s $200M Big 12 bid. Plus, a breakdown of BYU’s strong non-conference hoops schedule and frustrations around Delta Center ticketing. 

BYU guard Richie Saunders joins Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte to preview the 2025–26 season. Saunders shares insights on offseason workouts, team chemistry, and what Cougar fans can expect as BYU enters year three in the Big 12. He also talks about his expanded role, leadership in the locker room, and the team’s mindset heading into a highly anticipated season.

Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte break down BYU’s loaded non-conference schedule, which features several big-time games in high-profile neutral-site venues. The guys also discuss why some teams still won’t visit the Marriott Center and why fans are frustrated that Delta Center games aren’t included in the season ticket package.

We're 100 days out from what may be the most anticipated season in BYU basketball history. With the projected No. 1 pick in the NBA Draft now on the roster and key talent returning, expectations are higher than ever in Provo. Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte dive into why this season feels different and what needs to happen for the Cougars to live up to the hype.

In this week's Top 5 battle, Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte try their best to name the five BYU linebackers with the most rushing yards in a single season since 1972.

Former BYU quarterback Max Hall joins Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte to share his thoughts on the Cougars' current quarterback battle between McCae Hillstead, Treyson Bourguet, and Bear Bachmeier. Hall also gives his perspective on what it takes to lead at BYU, how this year’s team is shaping up heading into fall camp, and what fans should watch for in 2025.

Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte react to the report that Memphis offered up to $200 million in private funding to secure a spot in the Big 12. Is this a smart move, or a desperate gamble? The guys break down what this means for conference realignment and whether the Big 12 should even consider the Tigers' pitch.

Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte outline what Cougar fans should be keeping an eye on as the team gears up for the season.

As fall camp kicks off next week, Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte break down their record predictions for BYU Football in 2025. With major question marks surrounding the quarterback position following Jake Retzlaff’s transfer to Tulane, the battle between McCae Hillstead, Treyson Bourguet, and Bear Bachmeier looms large. The guys dive into how the outcome of that QB race could shape the Cougars' season and what fans should realistically expect as BYU enters year two in the Big 12.

This week on Cougar Sports Saturday, Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte highlight the top BYU football and basketball storylines. They break down the quarterback battle, spotlight linebacker Jack Kelly with an exclusive interview, and examine how recruiting success is shaping national perception. On defense, they preview the 2025 D-line with key transfers coming in and the departure of Tyler Batty. Plus, BYU basketball is generating major buzz in Kevin Young’s second season, with AJ Dybantsa and other potential NBA talent leading the way.

Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte break down the buzz surrounding BYU basketball in Kevin Young’s second season as head coach. With high-level talent already on the roster, including star freshman AJ Dybantsa, the guys discuss his chances to win the Naismith Player of the Year and the realistic possibility of BYU having up to three first-round NBA Draft picks.

In this segment, Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte take a closer look at BYU’s 2025 defensive line as part of the Cougars' position preview series. With veteran leader Tyler Batty off to the NFL, the defensive front is entering a new chapter. The guys highlight key additions like Utah transfer Keanu Tanuvasa and Oklahoma State transfer Justin Kirkland, and explain how both could impact BYU’s defensive identity. Who will step up as a difference-maker up front? How will the Cougars adjust without Batty on the edge? Get expert analysis, camp updates, and everything to watch for this fall.

For this week's Top 5 clash, Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte are tasked with naming the five Big 12 teams with the best all-time home win percentage.

Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte dive into BYU’s recent success on the recruiting trail and what it means for the program’s future. They discuss why recruiting rankings matter more than some fans might think, how high-profile commitments can shift national perception, and what this momentum says about Kalani Sitake’s vision.

Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte weigh in on a video clip that went viral this past week.

Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte turn the spotlight on BYU linebacker Jack Kelly. The guys break down what makes Kelly a rising force on the Cougars’ defense and share what head coach Kalani Sitake had to say about his leadership, work ethic, and playmaking ability. They also play a conversation Mitch had with Kelly at Big 12 Media Days.

The quarterback competition at BYU is in full swing, and Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte are here to break it all down. With Treyson Bourguet, Bear Bachmeier, and McCae Hillstead battling for the starting job, this segment dives deep into what BYU would be getting out of each of them.

Catch the best of Cougar Sports Saturday from July 12, 2025! Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte break down the biggest storylines from Big 12 Media Days, including their top takeaways and standout moments. Then, they shift focus to BYU’s quarterback situation following Jake Retzlaff’s departure from the program and what it means for the Cougars moving forward.

In this 2025 BYU Football Position Preview, Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte take a deep dive into the quarterback room. From new faces to returning talent, they break down the competition, potential starters, and what each QB brings to the table as the Cougars prepare for a pivotal Big 12 season.

Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte compete in this week's edition of the Top 5, naming the five BYU players who scored in the 2024 season opener against SIU.

Head Coach Kalani Sitake sat down with Mitch Harper at Big 12 Media Days to break down BYU’s quarterback room heading into the season. Sitake shares his thoughts on McCae Hillstead’s early impact, Treyson Bourguet’s development, and what Bear Bachmeier brings to the offense. Get insider insight straight from the head coach on how the QB competition is shaping up and what fans should watch for this fall.

BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff has announced his departure from the program. In this segment, Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte discuss what this means for BYU’s quarterback situation, potential next steps for Retzlaff, and how the team might adjust moving forward.

Join us for a full hour of in-depth coverage from 2025 Big 12 Media Days. Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte break down all the biggest storylines, player updates, and team outlooks as the conference kicks off the new season.

We’re breaking down the teams with the best shot at winning the Big 12 in 2025. From dark horses to favorites, Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte share their bold picks and explain why these programs will rise to the top.

Brett Yormark says the Big 12 is the “deepest conference in America,” but is depth enough to stay nationally relevant? Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte break down whether the league needs a few powerhouse programs to stand out or if having lots of competitive teams is actually the Big 12’s biggest advantage.