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Michael Lev and friends break down the Arizona Wildcats. A product of the Arizona Daily Star and Tucson.com.
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The Wildcast, Episode 509: Breaking down a busy weekend in Arizona athletics, Tucson sports

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev discuss the jam-packed weekend in Arizona Wildcats athletics and Tucson sports. Between the UA, the World Baseball Classic qualifiers and the NFL Scouting Combine, there's plenty of events to keep track of this weekend.   

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Feb 28, 2025 2:49 AM
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The Wildcast, Episode 508: Lineup change, big road dub for UA men's basketball

The Arizona men's basketball team ended a two-game skid with a big road victory at Baylor. The Star's Bruce Pascoe was on the scene, and he joined host Michael Lev to break down the game and what it means for the Wildcats moving forward. The pair discuss Arizona's lineup change, the emergence of Henri "Hank" Veesaar, the vibe in Waco, Bruce's trip to Buc-ee's and more.

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Feb 18, 2025 1:0 PM
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The Wildcast, Episode 507: Previewing the 2025 Arizona baseball season

Host Michael Lev is joined by Brian Pedersen of AZ Desert Swarm to preview the 2025 Arizona Wildcats baseball season, which begins Friday against Ole Miss in the Shriners Children's College Showdown in Arlington, Texas. Michael and Brian break down the UA pitching staff (including the initial weekend rotation), discuss lineup possibilities and assess the job Chip Hale has done so far. Does he need to win an NCAA regional to win over fans and earn a contract extension?

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Feb 12, 2025 1:1 PM
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The Wildcast, Episode 506: Breaking down Arizona's football schedule, 2025 recruiting class

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev analyze the Arizona football schedule in Brent Brennan's second season, along with the 2025 recruiting class. Plus, UA's history at the Super Bowl and a new update with Arizona Daily Star sports! 

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Feb 7, 2025 10:17 PM
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The Wildcast, Episode 505: Will UA women's hoops make the NCAA Tournament?

The Arizona women's basketball team has a three-game winning streak, an above-.500 record in Big 12 play and positive momentum entering Friday's game at Utah. But will it be enough to get off the bubble and into the NCAA Tournament? The Star's Michael Lev and PJ Brown break it all down. Plus: The pair give a sneak preview of the upcoming softball season.

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Jan 28, 2025 2:0 PM
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The Wildcast, Episode 504: Is Arizona football winning the offseason?

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev break down the Arizona football offseason and how the Wildcats are faring since the season ended, from the transfer portal to coaching staff changes. Plus, the guys answer your mailbag questions discuss other UA-related topics. 

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Jan 16, 2025 12:11 PM
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The Wildcast, Episode 503: Tales from the road after UA men pull off rare sweep

The Arizona men's basketball team is back in Tucson after sweeping Cincinnati and West Virginia on the road - and so is our "Winter Soldier," Bruce Pascoe, who joins Michael Lev to break down what's going right for the Wildcats. Bruce and Michael talk about lineup configurations, Caleb Love's enigmatic play, recruiting news and a whole lot more. 

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Jan 9, 2025 2:0 PM
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The Wildcast, Episode 502: Recapping the year in Arizona athletics, discussing UA football transfer portal storylines

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev reflect on a wild year for the Arizona athletic department. Plus, a current look at Arizona football's transfer portal additions and why Seth Doege is the right hire at offensive coordinator. Should Arizona fans root for ASU in the College Football Playoff?

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Jan 1, 2025 7:9 AM
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Wildcast Episode 501: Arizona women's basketball check-in after first Big 12 W

We begin "the second 500" with an episode devoted to Arizona women's basketball. Host Michael Lev is joined by women's hoops beat writer P.J. Brown to break down the Wildcats' season so far. The two look at the big picture, analyze the performance of "the core four" and discuss Adia Barnes' future in Tucson.

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Dec 24, 2024 9:0 AM
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The Wildcast, Episode 500: What needs to change in college football's offseason, transfer portal?

WE'RE HALFWAY TO 1,000 EPISODES! Former Arizona Daily Star sports editor Ryan Finley joins the Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev to reminisce on the Wildcast's journey to 500 episodes and the last seven years in the world of Arizona Wildcats athletics. Plus, does the college football offseason, transfer portal and rules need fixing? What are some realistic solutions?

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Dec 18, 2024 9:28 AM
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The Wildcast, Episode 499: Pre-UCLA men's basketball check-in with Bruce Pascoe

Michael Lev and Bruce Pascoe discuss all things Arizona men's basketball ahead of the Wildcats' matchup against UCLA in Phoenix on Saturday, Dec. 14. Topics include the season to date, roles and rotations, and Bruce's tales from the road.

00:48:57
Dec 11, 2024 3:30 PM
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The Wildcast, Episode 498: What went wrong in Arizona's first season under Brent Brennan?

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev reflect on Arizona football's first season under Brent Brennan following a 42-point beatdown in the Territorial Cup. Did Arizona make the smart move retaining Brennan? What's next for the Wildcats as they enter the offseason? Plus, a look at the UA's 2025 recruiting class and a prediction for the Big 12 championship battle between Arizona State and Iowa State. 

00:59:29
Dec 6, 2024 11:29 AM
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The Wildcast, Episode 497: Previewing the Territorial Cup battle between Arizona and ASU, loaded Big 12 football slate

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev preview the Territorial Cup showdown at Arizona Stadium. Can the Arizona Wildcats play spoiler and prevent ASU from the Big 12 title game? What would a win mean for the Wildcats? Plus, a look at some X (Twitter) mailbag questions and a preview of the Big 12 football slate. 

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Nov 28, 2024 12:48 AM
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The Wildcast, Episode 496: Previewing Arizona-TCU showdown in Fort Worth, other Big 12 football games

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev preview the Arizona-TCU football matchup in Fort Worth and discuss important things to look out for. Plus, a quick preview of the Arizona-Duke basketball game and the Big 12 football slate.

00:41:39
Nov 21, 2024 11:2 PM
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The Wildcast, Episode 495: Recapping Arizona football's season-saving win over Houston, among other topics

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev look back on Arizona football's 27-3 win over Houston, along with the UA basketball's loss to Wisconsin and other topics.

00:43:50
Nov 19, 2024 8:55 AM
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The Wildcast, Episode 494: Is Arizona's game against Houston a must-win for Brent Brennan?

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev break down the Arizona-Houston football game and the ramifications of the result. Plus, a look at other Big 12 football games happening this week. (Video by Justin Spears / Arizona Daily Star)

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Nov 14, 2024 9:24 AM
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The Wildcast, Episode 493: Dissecting Arizona football's issues amid Wildcats' 5-game skid

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev look over the layers of issues within the Arizona football program during the Wildcats' five-game losing streak. Plus, the guys answer your mailbag questions and predict the Big 12 football slate. 

00:58:24
Nov 7, 2024 12:27 AM
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The Wildcast, Episode 492: Previewing the 'Space Game' battle between Arizona and UCF, other Big 12 games

Arizona football hits the road to face UCF in Orlando for the "Space Game." Will the Wildcats snap their four-game losing streak or will the Knights end their five-game losing streak? The Star's Justin Spears, Michael Lev and Brett Fera preview the UA-UCF game, among other battles in the Big 12. 

01:06:35
Oct 31, 2024 11:41 AM
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The Wildcast, Episode 491: Arizona drops its fourth straight game after losing to West Virginia

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev look back on Arizona football's 31-26 loss to West Virginia. Did the offense make progress in the fourth quarter or was it fool's gold? Can the Wildcats win three games in the next four attempts? Plus, the guys answer your mailbag questions. 

00:53:47
Oct 28, 2024 10:26 AM
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The Wildcast, Episode 490: Will Arizona end its losing skid against West Virginia?

After losing its last three games, can the wounded Arizona Wildcats (3-4) end the drought and beat the West Virginia Mountaineers (3-4) in Tucson? The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev preview Saturday's game at Arizona Stadium, along with other games in the Big 12. 

00:46:27
Oct 24, 2024 10:34 AM
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The Wildcast, Episode 489: What happened to Arizona's offense?

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev look back on Arizona's 34-7 loss to the Colorado Buffaloes and the Wildcats' issues on offense. And injuries. So. Many. Injuries. Plus, the guys answer your mailbag questions. (Subscribe to The Wildcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify)

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Oct 21, 2024 2:18 AM
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The Wildcast, Episode 488: Will Arizona overcome injuries, offensive woes to beat Colorado?

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev break down and preview the Arizona-Colorado matchup for homecoming. Plus, a look at a fully-loaded Big 12 football slate. 

00:52:41
Oct 17, 2024 12:13 PM
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The Wildcast, Episode 487: Are the Arizona Wildcats in trouble after losing to BYU?

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev dissect the current state of Arizona football following the Wildcats' blowout loss to BYU. Plus, answering some of your mailbag questions.

00:53:46
Oct 14, 2024 12:19 AM
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The Wildcast, Episode 486: Previewing Arizona's battle with No. 14 BYU in Provo

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev preview Arizona's matchup with 14th-ranked BYU in Provo. Plus, a look at the Big 12 football slate this week. 

00:52:01
Oct 9, 2024 3:18 AM
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The Wildcast, Episode 485: Previewing Arizona's Big 12 home opener vs. Texas Tech

Following the Arizona Wildcats' win over Utah, the UA hosts the Texas Tech Red Raiders for the Big 12 home opener in Tucson. The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev preview the Arizona-Texas Tech football game, along with other conference games with Big 12 Bonanza. 

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Oct 3, 2024 3:49 PM
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