Cougar Sports Saturday (BYU)

Cougar Sports Saturday (BYU)

All things BYU sports - Cougar football, basketball and more, plus commentary on other sports both amateur and professional.

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Best of Cougar Sports Saturday - June 7, 2025

In this week’s edition of Cougar Sports Saturday, Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte cover a lot of ground! They dive into Head Coach Kevin Young’s long-term contract extension and what it means for BYU basketball’s future. They preview the 2025 BYU linebacker room, breaking down key players and what to expect on defense. Plus, they reveal their picks for the ultimate All-2000s BYU football team, debating the best players from the decade.

02:14:13
Jun 7, 2025 3:5 PM
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BYU President Shane Reese Talks Big 12, Revenue Share, and Why Brian Santiago Was the Right AD Pick

BYU President Shane Reese joins the show to discuss key takeaways from the recent Big 12 meetings, the future of revenue sharing in college athletics, and the hiring of new athletic director Brian Santiago. He shares insights into the decision-making process, BYU’s evolving role in the Big 12, and what’s ahead for Cougar athletics.

00:21:00
Jun 7, 2025 2:50 PM
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Creating an All-2000s BYU Football Team: Defense

In this segment, Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte draft their All-2000s BYU defensive lineup—breaking down the top players from the decade, position by position. From dominant pass rushers to lockdown corners, they debate who deserves a spot on the ultimate Cougar defense.

00:17:27
Jun 7, 2025 2:15 PM
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Conversation with BYU Football Director of Player Personnel Justin Anderson

Mitch caught up with BYU football director of player personnel Justin Anderson earlier this week.

00:13:20
Jun 7, 2025 2:0 PM
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Creating an All-2000s BYU Football Team: Offense

Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte build their All-2000s BYU offensive dream team—debating the best quarterbacks, running backs, receivers, and more from a decade full of explosive Cougar playmakers. Who makes the cut on the ultimate BYU offense? Tune in to find out.

00:15:37
Jun 7, 2025 1:45 PM
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2025 BYU Football Position Preview: Linebacker

Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte break down the 2025 BYU football linebacker group. From returning standouts to rising stars, they preview the depth chart, key contributors, and what to expect from one of the most critical positions on the Cougar defense.

00:14:17
Jun 7, 2025 1:15 PM
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What Kevin Young's Extension Means for the BYU Basketball Program

Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte talk about why Kevin Young's contract extension is so signifcant for the BYU basketball program.

00:06:53
Jun 7, 2025 12:30 PM
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Head Coach Kevin Young Signs Long-Term Extension with BYU Basketball

BYU basketball secures its future as Head Coach Kevin Young signs a long-term contract extension. Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte discuss what this means for the program’s stability, recruiting momentum, and the Cougar’s path forward under Young’s leadership.

00:11:36
Jun 7, 2025 12:15 PM
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Best of Cougar Sports Saturday - May 31, 2025

Catch the best of Cougar Sports Saturday from May 31, 2025 as Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte recap the biggest stories coming out of the Big 12 Spring Business Meetings. You won't want to miss exclusive interviews with BYU AD Brian Santiago and head football coach Kalani Sitake.

02:00:16
May 31, 2025 2:35 PM
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Catching Up with BYU Head Coach Kalani Sitake at the Big 12 Spring Business Meetings

Mitch Harper and the chance to talk with Kalani Sitake earlier this week in Orlando at the spring Big 12 meetings.

00:14:37
May 31, 2025 2:33 PM
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Cougar Tales: The Official Trailer for College Football 26 and a Former Cougar Entering the College Football Hall of Fame

In this week's Cougar Tales, Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte touch on the newly released trailer for the College Football 26 video game and a requirement change for the College Football Hall of Fame that will allow Mike Leach to be admitted.

00:05:02
May 31, 2025 2:0 PM
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Top 5: Ranking BYU Football's Best Season Openers since 2000

Producer Nate Slack hops on to challenge Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte to name his five favorite season openers in this week's Top 5.

00:18:05
May 31, 2025 1:45 PM
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Big 12 Coaches Favor NCAA Tournament Expansion

Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte respond to commentary from the Big 12 and Big 12 coaches who favor the NCAA Tournament expanding to 72 or 76 teams.

00:06:41
May 31, 2025 1:30 PM
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Thoughts on BYU Basketball's Non-Conference Schedule

Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte react to the non-conference schedule that now features UConn, Wisconsin, and a rumored exhibition game against North Carolina.

00:14:45
May 31, 2025 1:15 PM
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BYU AD Brian Santiago Discusses Starting His Tenure Strong and Navigating National Topics

Mitch Harper sat down with BYU Athletic Director Brian Santiago to discuss his first few weeks in the role and key national conversations shaping college athletics.

00:33:01
May 31, 2025 1:0 PM
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Big 12 Exits the Spring Meetings with a Plan for the College Football Playoff

Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte analyze comments from Kansas State head coach Lance Leipold and Arizona State head coach Kenny Dillingham on the future of the College Football Playoff, along with other key takeaways from the Big 12 spring business meetings.

00:20:47
May 31, 2025 12:30 PM
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Best of Cougar Sports Saturday - May 24, 2025

Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte touch on all of the biggest stories surrounding BYU athletics from the past week in this week's edition of Cougar Sports Saturday.

01:48:22
May 24, 2025 3:6 PM
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College Football Playoff Seeding Changes for 2025-26 Season

Mitch Harper analyzes the changes made to the CFP seeding that will take effect for this year only.

00:06:48
May 24, 2025 2:33 PM
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Big 12 Coaches Talk Anonymously About BYU Football in 2025

Mitch Harper breaks down anonymous comments from Big 12 coaches regarding this year's BYU football team.

00:15:56
May 24, 2025 2:21 PM
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Cougar Tales: BYU Football Lands Another DL Transfer, BYU Basketball Reportedly to Play UNC in Exhibition, Should BYU Ever Leave Nike?

In this week's edition of Cougar Tales, Mitch Harper and producer Nate Slack discuss Hawaii transfer defensive lineman Alvin Puefua, a reported exhibition game between BYU basketball and North Carolina, and whether or not BYU should explore options outside of Nike if it means more money.

00:04:34
May 24, 2025 2:7 PM
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Top 5: BYU Football's Top 5 Career Backup Quarterbacks

For this week's Top 5, Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte are tasked with naming producer Nate Slack's top five career backup quarterbacks in BYU history.

00:16:29
May 24, 2025 1:55 PM
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Have Expectations for BYU Football in 2025 Changed?

Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte share their thoughts on how this week's news impacts the BYU football team and whether or not fans should adjust expectations for the upcoming season.

00:13:05
May 24, 2025 1:22 PM
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Reacting to Conversation with KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas Regarding BYU QB Jake Retzlaff

Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte react to their conversation with KSL legal analyst Greg Skordas on the civil lawsuit involving BYU QB Jake Retzlaff.

00:06:59
May 24, 2025 1:20 PM
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KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas Offers Insight Into Civil Lawsuit Against BYU QB Jake Retzlaff

KSL legal analyst Greg Skordas, with 38-years of legal experience, shares his insight into the allegations of the civil lawsuit against Jake Retzlaff.

00:12:09
May 24, 2025 12:53 PM
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Discussing Civil Lawsuit Allegations Against BYU QB Jake Retlzaff

Mitch Harper discusses the civil lawsuit allegations against BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff.

00:18:06
May 24, 2025 12:24 PM
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