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Send us Fan Mail This week Matt is diving deep into the world of Utah sports! First, he is celebrating the Jazz's big move to lock up Lauri Markkanen. Is this the right decision for the franchise? He'll break it down. Next, we're honoring the Utah Olympians who brought home medals from Paris. Alex Sedrick, Kenneth Rooks, and Grant Fisher made the Beehive State proud. Finally, he&apo...

Send us Fan Mail This week on The Matt Cave Podcast, Matt dives into the latest sports news shaking up the Utah scene. First, he breaks down the heartbreaking news of BYU linebacker Ben Bywater's medical retirement. He'll discuss the impact of this loss on the Cougars and offers his support to Ben.  Next, he'll finally put a bow on the Lauri Markkanen saga as Matt expects him to com...

Send us Fan Mail Matt dives into the Real Salt Lake's recent struggles and urges fans to stay calm. We'll then shift gears to discuss the surprising Calder Trophy candidate for the Utah Hockey Club. Finally, Matt reviews the latest installment of EA College Football and takes a deep dive into Final Fantasy XIV's newest expansion, Dawntrail. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This is the dog days of summer! Matt talks about the wake up call for Real Salt Lake, shout outs for the 10 Olympians from Utah and a very important message that he needed to share after the events on July 13th.  If you do not want to hear the important message, the regular show ends at 21:25. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail USMNT Needs a Change! New Episode Alert! ️  This week on The Matt Cave, Matt breaks down why the USMNT can't keep Gregg Berhalter.  He also dives into the Utah Jazz situation – why it's different than fans think, or want.  Plus, an update on Matt's streaming schedule!  Don't miss it! #USMNT #UtahJazz #TheMattCave P.S.  Hit that subscribe button so you never mis...

Send us Fan Mail The NBA and NHL drafts are over, but the future of Utah's pro teams is just beginning! Join Matt for a deep dive into the Jazz and Utah Hockey Club's draft picks.  He analyzes their potential impact, discusses what it means for the upcoming season, and answer the burning question: what's next for Utah? Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week, Matt is dissecting the rollercoaster of emotions that is being a Utah sports fan.  He'll rant about Gregg Berhalter's baffling decisions and unpack what the Utah Jazz and Utah Hockey Club's drafts might hold.  He'll also discuss the end to RSL's unbeaten run.  Lastly, he'll dive into a quick review of Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, remi...

Send us Fan Mail This week Matt celebrates Real Salt Lake tying the club record for an unbeaten streak at 14 games. Can they keep it going?  He discusses BYU's surprising recognition in ESPN's all-time influential college football teams.  Plus, he sizes up the USMNT's chances at the Copa America and wraps it up with a spoiler-free review of Destiny 2: The Final Shape. Buckle up, spe...

Send us Fan Mail Feeling the Utah sports drought? Matt is too!  But fear not, spelunkers, this episode is an oasis in the desert. Matt'll quench your thirst for competition with a deep dive into upcoming international tournaments like the Copa America, Euro Champs, and even the Paris Olympics!  Plus, we'll swap jerseys for controllers and explore the explosive world of recent video game...

Send us Fan Mail Can RSL maintain their momentum?   What does BYU's Robinson transfer mean for the pouty fanbase? Which upcoming games will have you glued to your screen? (Hint: There are SEVEN that Matt is excited about. SEVEN!!!!!) Join Matt as he tackles these topics and more! Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Buckle up, spelunkers, because this episode is a rollercoaster!  Matt dissects Real Salt Lake's recent clash with FC Dallas, analyzing the on-field madness.  Then, he shifts gears and dives into the Utah Jazz shutting down those pesky Atlanta Hawks who came calling for Keyonte George. Was it the right move? Matt breaks it down.  Then, Matt celebrates BYU Basketball's rec...

Send us Fan Mail Real Salt Lake can't stop scoring! And it isn't just Chicho! Is Matt still pumping the breaks on this squad? MLS spending report is out! Just how much less is RSL making that Messi? How many more points and goals does 3x the amount of RSL's spending net to Inter Miami? Draft primers for the Jazz and the Hockey Club! Matt names two players on his wish list for the Ho...

Send us Fan Mail Real Salt Lake remain without a loss for a WHILE now! Why does it feel like a mirage? Offseason cliffs notes for the Jazz and Hockey Club! Sony, EA, Microsoft and Nintendo all had bad weeks. What did they do and why are gamers so mad about it all?? Matt will tell you! Support the show

Send us Fan Mail BYU Men's Basketball has their new head man! Matt tells you why this hire has great potential. Real Salt Lake continue to storm through the MLS! Is it sustainable? Sony REALLY stepped in it this time. What game did they destroy, how did they do it and why?  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This is it! ZACH IS FREE!!! Here Matt's reaction to the trade and the Broncos headscratching move to draft Bo Nix in the first round. Hey, not that many locals got drafted this year... does Matt like where the guys went? Real Salt Lake is a... juggernaut?!? Matt breaks down the early season blitz and why he is both excited and a little hesitant all at the same time. The most...

Send us Fan Mail The pen has hit paper, and the votes have been cast: HOCKEY IS COMING TO UTAH!! What will they be called? Matt has a shortlist of team names (hint: he doesn't really like any of them...) Real Salt Lake is WHERE in the standings!? And they have someone leading the league!?!?! Matt tells you where they are and who the league leader is! With all of the craziness around Utah spor...

Send us Fan Mail HOCKEY IS COMING TO UTAH!!! THIS IS NOT A DRILL!!!!! Matt goes over the wild series of events that occurred to bring a team here so fast, and what it might mean for another rumored expansion...(baseball anyone?) Real Salt Lake had a real chance to make a statement. Instead, they whispered... This season was quite the brown note from the Jazz, what is their path forward? Who stays?...

Send us Fan Mail We are moving into spring now in the sports world which means!? Well in Utah, Real Salt Lake becomes the focus! The Jazz STINK. No, really. They are AWFUL. The NCAA tournaments are almost over and the women ruled March.  Two older games released new content recently. What games and why does Matt care? Support the show

Send us Fan Mail We are coming to the ending of another basketball season and for a lot of Jazz fans, it can't come fast enough. Matt tells you why this season isn't the end of the world. Real Salt Lake may have found offense! If they did, this could be a very good year for the boys in Cobalt and Claret!! A release date has been announced! Why you should care about this one, Matt tells y...

Send us Fan Mail Hey! How's your bracket doing? Same Matt talks to the fan bases of BYU, Utah St and Utah. They need a talking to after some of the things that are being said... RSL are... fun to watch!?! IT'S TRUE! Matt goes over their most recent victory over Vancouver. Jazz fans need to chill, no seriously... Are either of the Major League Baseball games worth playing? Matt's goi...

Send us Fan Mail The brackets are live and the picks are flooding in! Matt has made two brackets and NO MORE!! What are his picks?! What are YOURS!?! Coach Will Hardy is getting frustrated with the attitudes of his young players!! Uh-oh... What did he have to say after their latest loss? Bungie may be jumping the shark when it comes to alerting their preorders... Matt tells you a story of their la...

Send us Fan Mail The regular season is over and the standings are set! Where is YOUR team in their conference brackets? Matt goes over the ending of the regular season and the outlooks for Utah, Utah State and BYU Men's Basketball teams. Are Jazz fans really this impatient? Matt (again) reminds you all to slow it down and appreciate the growing pains of a very young team. Two of the very best...

Send us Fan Mail The unpredictability of College Basketball continues! How about those Cougars, huh!? Matt talks about the upset and the following game against the Horned Frogs and what it means for March. The Aggies continue to take care of business. Although not in the most comfortable of fashions and the Utes have back-to-back blowout wins! What does this all mean for these schools heading into...

Send us Fan Mail With Spring Training here, the MLB Expansion rumors begin to swirl anew! Matt has you covered on the latest developments. If you think you can predict College Basketball, you would be wrong. What went on with BYU, Utah and Utah State's Men's Basketball teams?? EA Sports College Football 25 has announced NIL compensation and the final list of universities. Is it good enou...

Send us Fan Mail It was not a great introduction to the weekend from a few of the basketball teams here in Utah. It's a good thing that there is a distraction in the form of the All Star Weekend! Matt breaks down the slip ups by BYU and Utah State. He also talks about Utah FINALLY getting a road win! While there wasn't a Jazzman selected or voted to the All Star Game proper, Utah was wel...