Stomp The Bus

New Arizona State head men's basketball coach Randy Bennett finally had his opening press conference on Thursday, and Mark breaks down some of the main topics from his availability. Later in the episode (42:34), Mark talks about the importance of Brian Swette's donation to ASU football, and closes the episode (55:28) with some Sun Devil baseball talk.

Four Sun Devils were selected in the 2026 NFL Draft, headlined by Jordyn Tyson and Max Iheanachor in the first round. It was a solid showing by ASU and each player wound up in a pretty good situation. Later, Mark goes over the ASU men's basketball transfer portal class (23:43), then checks in on ASU baseball (39:45).

Randy Bennett made his first transfer portal splash with the addition of forward Paulius Murauskas (8:18). The former Saint Mary's star is a headliner that the Sun Devils needed, and he should be the star player for ASU next season. The 2026 NFL Draft is almost here as well, and Mark previews where Jordyn Tyson, Max Iheanachor, and the other ASU players could be selected (22:06). Episode 163 concl...

Arizona State men's basketball is making moves in the transfer portal and to its coaching staff despite Randy Bennett still dealing with a medical incident. Who else will ASU bring to the program? Additionally, ASU baseball (28:45) continues playing well and ASU football (35:18) is humming along in spring ball.

Randy Bennett has left Saint Mary's to become the next head coach of Arizona State men's basketball. Mark analyzes the news and explains why it is the right move for ASU.

Many names have been brought up for the Arizona State men's basketball head coaching job, including some surprise candidates. Mark shares his thoughts on the ASU coaching search, then congratulates ASU women's basketball on its tournament berth (34:00), and highlights the importance of Clayton Smith returning to ASU football next season.

After 11 years, the Bobby Hurley era has come to an end at Arizona State. Mark takes a look back at Hurley's decade-plus run in Tempe, then (18:05) the show shifts to the coaching search and which coach makes the most sense for ASU.

After Max Iheanachor had an excellent NFL combine, he has a decent chance to go in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. If he joins Jordyn Tyson in the first round, how important would that be for ASU football? On to basketball (32:26), where Bobby Hurley took down the Kansas Jayhawks one more time, and Sun Devil women's hoops earned a statement win to enhance its NCAA Tournament chances.

Arizona State football is one step closer to an indoor practice facility thanks to an eight-figure donation from a previously untapped source. This donation shows how much ASU football's overall brand has grown in the Kenny Dillingham era. Later on (23:00), Mark talks about the end of the season for both basketball programs, a potential replacement for Bobby Hurley, and highlights the early-season...

After beating #13 Texas Tech on Tuesday, what more is possible for Arizona State men's basketball this season? Things seemed bleak very recently, but a ranked win at least keeps hope alive a bit longer. Later (32:55), Mark shares some thoughts about ASU football.

Arizona State offensive tackle Max Iheanachor has played well at the Senior Bowl. Could his performance propel him up in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft? Plus, Mark talks about the recent success of ASU women's basketball and the uninspiring play from ASU men's basketball.

The transfer portal window has come and gone, and Arizona State has left it in good shape. ASU also found out its 2026 Big 12 schedule, and Mark analyzes how this schedule could affect the Sun Devils. The episode closes out with the Willie Bloomquist extension news and basketball talk.

Kenny Dillingham and the Sun Devils have been extremely active in the transfer portal, and their strategy is paying off. ASU has brought in some excellent players, and Mark breaks down the new additions in Tempe.

Kenny Dillingham has officially re-signed at Arizona State, and it signals a positive immediate future for the program. Michigan instead hires Kyle Whittingham from Utah, and his departure could spur a domino effect in the Big 12 that could help ASU. Mark closes out episode 152 by previewing the Sun Devils vs. the Duke Blue Devils in the Sun Bowl.

Rumors about Kenny Dillingham going to Michigan have been flying around the internet lately, but it looks like Arizona State is poised to keep him in Tempe. What does this mean for the future of Sun Devil football? Plus, Mark goes over Sam Leavitt skipping the team banquet, other transfer portal news, and the success of ASU men's and women's basketball.

The Arizona State Sun Devils lost to Arizona in the Territorial Cup, finishing an 8-4 season. Was the season a failure? A success? Somewhere in between? Mark shares his thoughts on an up-and-down ASU football season.

After their big win over Colorado, the Arizona State Sun Devils return to Tempe to host the Arizona Wildcats to close out the season. This Territorial Cup between ranked teams should be a fun matchup, especially since ASU still has a chance to make the Big 12 Championship. Episode 149 closes out with Moe Odum's heroics in the Sun Devils' win over Texas in the Maui Invitational.

Multiple news reports indicate that Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt is considering transferring out of ASU. What does this mean for the Sun Devils football program? What would it take to keep Leavitt? Who could potentially replace him? Plus, Mark reacts to the tight win over West Virginia and previews Colorado.

ASU football returns from the bye week to face a feisty West Virginia team. The Sun Devils should win, but the Mountaineers have shown flashes. Plus, ASU men's basketball has a huge opportunity to put itself on the map when it faces Gonzaga on Friday night in Tempe.

The Sun Devils are on their bye week, but there is still plenty to talk about. Jeff Sims was outstanding in ASU's road win over Iowa State last week, a crucial road victory that kept a lot of the Sun Devils' goals alive. Mark also reacts to some of the reports about Kenny Dillingham staying at ASU, and the first impressions of the Sun Devil men's basketball team.

After a loss to Houston and injuries to Sam Leavitt and Jordyn Tyson, the once-promising ASU football season is slipping away. Mark shares his thoughts on the state of the team and touches on some Kenny Dillingham coaching rumors.

Arizona State put together their best game of the season for their best opponent of the year. Sam Leavitt, Jordyn Tyson and the Sun Devils played great games against a talented Texas Tech team that lived up to the billing. Mark talks about what this win means for ASU, previews the Houston game, and talks about ASU hockey's recent struggles.

Mark is joined by college friend Justin Toscano to talk about the Sun Devils' embarrassing loss to Utah and their upcoming game against a great Texas Tech team.

The Sun Devils are back from the bye week, and they face a huge challenge against the Utah Utes in Salt Lake City. Mark previews the pivotal Big 12 matchup.

The Sun Devils are in a good spot after another thrilling 27-24 Big 12 conference win, this time beating the TCU Horned Frogs. Mark analyzes the win over TCU and talks about some other developments in the athletic department.