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The Wildcast

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 516: Can Arizona win the Big 12 Softball Championship?

Host Michael Lev is joined by former Arizona pitcher and current ESPN analyst Kenzie Fowler to talk all things UA softball as the Wildcats prepare for their first Big 12 Championship. Michael and Kenzie discuss Devyn Netz's stellar season, why this is Caitlin Lowe's best team, how the Big 12 compares to the Pac-12, the potential for the AUSL and more. 

00:41:58
May 6, 2025 3:0 PM
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The Wildcast, Episode 515: Talkin' Big 12 baseball with 'WAR' correspondent Jamie Plunkett

Batter up, fellow baseball enthusiasts! Host Michael Lev and special guest Jamie Plunkett of Horned Frog Blitz break down the Arizona-TCU series and discuss the state of the sport across the Big 12 Conference. Jamie also explains how he derived a formula for Wins Above Replacement to assess the performance of the league's players.

00:44:45
May 1, 2025 9:0 AM
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The Wildcast, Episode 514: How do we feel about Arizona football after the spring? Where will T-Mac land in the draft?

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev put a bow on Arizona spring football, discuss transfer portal needs and look ahead to the NFL Draft. What is the perfect landing spot for Arizona receiver Tetairoa McMillan?

00:59:04
Apr 22, 2025 2:9 AM
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The Wildcast, Episode 513: Brayden Burries commits to Arizona, Adia Barnes leaves for SMU, UA football spring standouts

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev discuss why Brayden Burries committing to Arizona has the Wildcats in the national championship picture, and why UA women's basketball coach Adia Barnes left for SMU. Plus, a look at a few rising prospects for Arizona football this spring. (Video by Justin Spears / Arizona Daily Star)

00:34:22
Apr 9, 2025 2:47 PM
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The Wildcast, Episode 512: Diving into all things Arizona sports, spring football takeaways

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev recap the Arizona basketball season and discuss pertinent storylines in the world of UA athletics, including takeaways from the first two weeks of Arizona spring football. (This episode was recorded prior to Henri Veesaar entering the transfer portal)

00:55:51
Apr 1, 2025 6:14 AM
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The Wildcast, Episode 511: Talking Arizona in the NCAA Tournament, WBIT, spring football and Tetairoa McMillan

How far will the Arizona Wildcats go in the NCAA Tournament? How will the vibes be at the WBIT game at McKale Center for UA women's basketball? Plus, a recap of Arizona football's first spring practice — and the new-look offense — and Tetairoa McMillan's NFL Draft stock. 

00:38:32
Mar 19, 2025 6:21 AM
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The Wildcast, Episode 510: Expectations for Arizona in first Big 12 Tournament

The Arizona men's basketball is playing in its first Big 12 Tournament this week. The Star's Bruce Pascoe is on the scene in Kansas City, Mo., and he joins host Michael Lev to talk about the vibe in K.C. and what to expect from the Wildcats now that "McKale North" is no longer. The two also discuss KJ Lewis, Trey Townsend and Carter Bryant, plus whether Jaden Bradley was snubbed in the annual Big 12 postseason awards.

00:33:34
Mar 11, 2025 11:15 AM
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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.   

00:50:04
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.

00:46:29
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?

01:02:02
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! 

00:52:45
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.

00:46:51
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. 

01:00:53
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. 

00:56:28
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?

00:52:51
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.

00:53:12
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?

01:08:23
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. 

01:20:04
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)

00:47:35
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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