The Bill Chaves Podcast

On this week’s episode, Bill and Alex are joined by UND Athletics CFO Chad Karthauser to discuss the inner-workings of the bidding process for FCS home playoff games. On the B-Side (44:28), the guys preview the upcoming FIFA Men’s World Cup, including their thoughts on the USMNT’s chances.

Bill and Alex look back on the US Hockey Hall of Fame Game weekend in Las Vegas, before sorting out all the happenings across UND Athletics. B Side includes Spurs and Liverpool advancing in UEFA Champions League, while the Heinerts' navigate Halloween game time costume decisions

North Dakota Athletics Director Bill Chaves is joined by Midco Sports Alex Heinert as they discuss all things UND Sports, touch on other things within the world of sports and more.

Midco's Alex Heinert and Bill Chaves keep you updated on all things University of North Dakota Athletics in this latest addition

Bill Chaves Pod EP 116 by UND Insider

University of North Dakota Athletic Director Bill Chaves and Midco Sports Alex Heinert dive into UND Athletics with the Fall Campaigns well underway and UND Hockey just about to start.

On the final episode of Season 4, UND Director of Student Athlete Development Tyler Burmeister joins Bill and Alex to talk about the new NoDak Net app before the pod reflects on the close of another academic year. On the B-Side (42:25), the Red Sox rebound, and the Premier League doubles down on drama on the season’s final day.

On this week’s episode, UND Associate Athletics Director Erik Martinson joins Bill and Alex to discuss his role on the NCAA Hockey Rules Committee and explain how the two-year rule change process works. On the B-Side (47:41), the Heinert-Chaves Derby ends in a draw, the Celtics and Bucks (literally) battle, and the Red Sox continue to sit in the backseat of the MLB’s struggle bus.

On this week’s episode, outgoing UND Associate Athletics Director Kyle Doperalski joins Bill and Alex to reflect on his decade of service to North Dakota and to provide an in-depth update on UND Track and Field. On the B-Side, Boston experiences both highs (Celtics) and lows (Red Sox), plus the NFL Draft – featuring UND’s Matt Waletzko – prepares to take center stage.

On this week’s episode, Mother Nature remains unbeaten, leading Bill and Alex to discuss an ever-change spring sports schedule as well as the transfer portal, college hockey expansion, and a few listener questions. On the B-Side, the Premier League takes it up a notch, while the Red Sox start 2022 with a shrug.

On this week’s episode, Bill and Alex reflect on another outstanding season for UND Hockey before checking in on recent successes for North Dakota softball, tennis, and track and field. On the B-Side, the Red Sox upgrade their infield, while the USMNT inch closer to World Cup qualification.

On this week’s episode, Bill and Alex go in-depth on UND Hockey’s upcoming weekend in St. Paul at the Frozen Faceoff and discuss contract extensions for Brad Berry, Bubba Schweigert, and Bill himself. On the B-Side, baseball’s BACK, Spurs stay Spurs-y, and Pittsburgh gets a new quarterback.

On this week’s episode, Bill and Alex discuss conference championship season in indoor track and field, hockey, and basketball before sharing their grief over the situation in Ukraine. On the B-Side, Spurs’ rollercoaster gets extra Spurs-y, and the MLB still can’t figure it out.

On this week’s episode, Bill and Alex detail the new “North Dakota Network” app before checking in on all eight UND Athletics programs currently in action. On the B-Side, Super Bowl 56 doesn’t disappoint, while Spurs continue to do the exact opposite.

On this week’s episode, Bill and Alex look at the wheels put in motion at the recent NCAA Convention before discussing the latest in UND Athletics. On the B-Side, the January Transfer Window slams shut, Big Papi is bound for Cooperstown, and Bill makes his pick for Super Bowl 56.

On this week’s episode, Bill and Alex discuss the ever-evolving process required to keep competition in play across UND Athletics. On the B-Side, the Steelers and Pats are shown the door, plus Bill reveals one of his sports bucket list items.

On the first episode of 2022, Bill and Alex discuss how the new variants of Covid-19 continue to cause the NCAA and other sports entities to adjust. On the B-Side, the festive period sees Spurs’ renaissance continue, while the guys debate which sport produces the best jaw-dropping moments.

This week, Bill and Alex discuss potential changes to the early national signing period before recapping the week that was in UND hockey, basketball, and indoor track and field. On the B-Side, Covid rules out Tottenham, UEFA has a complicated relationship with ping pong balls, and the Red Sox bring back a familiar face to the outfield...and it’s not Mookie Betts.

This week, Bill and Alex recap a busy Thanksgiving in UND Athletics, including a look back on the UND-Minnesota hockey rivalry and base touches on hoops and the search for a new head volleyball coach. On the B-Side, the Steelers really don’t have a quarterback, the Red Sox show patience, and the Spurs get snowed in.

On a special 100th episode of the Bill Chaves Podcast, Bill and Alex look back at the pod’s greatest hits before dialing in on the latest in UND Athletics. On the B-Side, Bill forgets how many managers Spurs have employed since the pod began, the Mexico forgets how to beat the USA in men’s soccer, and the Steelers forget ties are possible in the NFL.

his week, Bill and Alex recap the Nashville experience as well as a host of other events around UND Athletics as crossover season hits. On the B-Side, the Red Sox and Nuno are out, while MLB apathy and Antonio Conte are in.

This week, Bill and Alex go around the horn on Homecoming Week with updates on UND hockey, football, cross country, and more! On the B-Side, it’s all about the Red Sox and the wild MLB Postseason they find themselves in.

This week, Bill and Alex reflect on a UND-NDSU classic on the gridiron, the start of college hockey season, and all the other news surrounding a busy UND Athletics Department at the start of October. On the B-Side, it’s Red Sox-Yanks…before it happened!

This week, Bill and Alex look back on UND’s first home football game of the fall and discuss the hiring of Jim Vahrenkamp to lead Fighting Hawks XC and track and field. On the B-Side, the Red Sox surge, the Spurs swoon, and the Steelers are destined for 7-10.

This week, Bill and Alex recap a successful football road trip to Idaho State and discuss strong UND performances in cross country, volleyball, and soccer. On the B-Side, FIFA can’t help themselves, the Red Sox can’t field, and Bill nails his Super Bowl picks for 2022.