Wildcat Country

Wildcat Country

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An Arizona Wildcats podcast featuring commentary, analysis and interviews.

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Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

8/6/24: Arizona football training camp update with Lamont Lovett 07.08.2024

What are some of the big early takeaways from Arizona football training camp? Wildcat radio analyst Lamont Lovett joins us to share his thoughts, including a breakdown of some key positions. Plus, how big a blow is Raymond Pulido's absence from the offensive line and T-Mac's absence from practice? And is Arizona's preseason ranking of No. 21 in the coaches poll too high, too low, or ab...

7/30/24: Arizona football training camp preview: A breakdown of each position 31.07.2024

As Arizona football training camp begins, we break down each position and discuss whether the Wildcats are likely to be better or worse at each one compared to last year. Also, we give our best- and worst-case scenarios for the football season, and we remember our favorite moments from the 2014-15 Arizona athletics season.

7/24/24: Arizona football roundtable with a cameo from Coach Brent Brennan! 25.07.2024

Arizona football is just over a month away, and we're previewing the beginning of the Brent Brennan era with his brother and former Arizona wide receiver Brad Brennan, former UA special teams captain Barrett Baker -- and a cameo appearance from Brent himself! We discuss expectations for this season and beyond, and some of Brad and Barrett's favorite memories from their 12-win 1998 season.

7/11/24: Phil Steele previews the Arizona Wildcats' 2024 football season 12.07.2024

It wouldn't be college football season without Phil Steele's College Football Preview -- and the guru himself joins us to preview Arizona's 2024 football campaign and share his thoughts of new head coach Brent Brennan. Plus, thoughts on Arizona's new football helmet, Mike Gundy's questionable comments at Big 12 Media Day -- and should you take Arizona at 15-1 to win the Big 12?

7/3/24: Our Big 12 football rankings for the 2024 season 04.07.2024

The Big 12 football media poll came out this week. We agree on some of the picks and strongly disagree on others, so we rank every Big 12 team from 1 to 16. Plus, thoughts on our excitement level for Arizona officially joining the Big 12, which teams are likely to become rivals for the Wildcats, and which Arizona head coaches are most likely to leave the soonest.

6/28/24: Big Arizona football recruiting update with Matt Moreno 29.06.2024

The Arizona Wildcats football coaching staff has been busy, as many new additions headline the 2025 recruiting class. GOAZCATS.com Senior Editor Matt Moreno joins us to discuss that and Arizona men's basketball recruiting, as well. Speaking of Arizona hoops, we share our thoughts on the Wildcats' inaugural Big 12 schedule -- and could Arizona baseball be Omaha-bound in 2025?

6/18/24: Arizona football and Big 12 sponsorship discussion with Chip Patterson 19.06.2024

The Allstate 12: Good or bad idea? We discuss that and get a preview of the Arizona football season with Cover 3 Podcast host Chip Patterson. Plus, thoughts on Arizona's 2024 running back room vs. 2023, what we would consider a successful 2024-25 football + men's basketball season, and our favorite memories from the 2013-14 Arizona athletics season.

6/10/24: Arizona football projections with KFordRatings.com's Kelley Ford 11.06.2024

The 2024 football season is inching closer. What should Wildcat fans expect from Arizona's first season in the Big 12? Kelley Ford, founder of kfordratings.com, joins us to share his projections and predictions for the Wildcats. Plus, is Chase Budinger a top-5 Arizona athlete in the last 20 years? And we relive our favorite memories from the 2002-03 Arizona athletics season.

6/4/24: Matt Muehlebach talks Arizona basketball and remembers Bill Walton 05.06.2024

With Caleb Love's decision to stay (and Joson Sanon's flip to ASU), the 2024-25 Arizona men's basketball roster is nearly complete. We get an early outlook on the Wildcats' upcoming season with former Arizona guard and FOX Sports analyst Matt Muehlebach, who also took time to remember his friend and colleague Bill Walton. Plus, our thoughts on the baseball team's early exit, Ar...

5/28/24: Arizona baseball Regionals preview with Shotgun Spratling 29.05.2024

After a thrilling end to the Pac-12 baseball season (and the end of the Pac-12 as we know it), the Arizona Wildcats earned the right to host an NCAA Regional. D1Baseball.com reporter Shotgun Spratling joins us to break down the Wildcats' bracket. Plus, our thoughts on the late Bill Walton, who joined us on the show in early 2023, and our favorite memories of the 2010-11 Arizona athletics seaso...

5/22/24: Football and basketball recruiting update with Matt Moreno 23.05.2024

How will the Arizona football and men's basketball rosters shake out? Will Caleb Love be back next season? GOAZCATS.com Senior Editor Matt Moreno stops by to discuss. Plus, thoughts on Arizona baseball as it heads into postseason play, the softball team heads to Super Regionals -- and our favorite memories from the 2008-09 Arizona athletics season.

5/14/24: Arizona softball postseason preview with Allie Skaggs 15.05.2024

The Arizona Wildcats softball team is headed to a familiar place to open NCAA Regionals play. Senior UA softball star Allie Skaggs joins us to preview the Wildcats' trip to Arkansas. Plus, the latest men's basketball roster news, the baseball team attempts to clinch the Pac-12 title -- and we relive our favorite UA memories from the 2004-05 season.

5/8/24: Clancy Shields previews Arizona men's tennis in the Sweet 16 09.05.2024

Clancy Shields, head coach of the Arizona men's tennis team, joins us from New York City to discuss his program's rise and its chances to advance beyond the Round of 16. Plus, thoughts on the Arizona men's basketball and football rosters, the state of the baseball and softball programs as we approach postseason play, and Eric's thoughts from UA's meet and greet in Phoenix last...

4/29/24: Football, basketball and baseball chat with Brian Jeffries 30.04.2024

The transfer portal continues to be a rollercoaster for Arizona football and basketball, and the baseball team hit a bit of a rough stretch after an incredible run. We'll discuss it all with Wildcats play-by-play man Brian Jeffries. Plus, thoughts on Tetairoa McMillan's injury, Caleb Love and KJ Lewis' status, the incredible Arizona men's tennis team, and Scooby Wright's retire...

4/17/24: Spring football analysis with Barrett Baker 18.04.2024

Spring football -- and the transfer portal -- is in full swing. Our friend, former UA football captain Barrett Baker, joins us to share what he's seen in spring practice and which positions the Wildcats should address in the transfer portal. Also, thoughts on who's staying and going on the men's basketball team, and where the baseball and softball teams stand as the postseason approach...

4/10/24: Basketball offseason update with Bruce Pascoe 11.04.2024

Arizona men's basketball has seen quite an exodus of student-athletes via the transfer portal. How many players might return -- and is it possible Caleb Love will be one of them? Bruce Pascoe, the Arizona men's basketball beat writer for the Arizona Daily Star, joins us to discuss how next season's roster might shake out. Plus, thoughts on the upcoming football transfer portal and the...

4/4/24: Basketball and football offseason analysis with Matt Moreno 05.04.2024

The men's basketball season is over, which means transfer season is in full swing. GOAZCATS.com Senior Editor Matt Moreno joins us to predict what next season's men's basketball roster might look like, and how the football roster is shaping up as spring practice is underway. Plus, we remember our friend and former guest, Wildcat football alum Heath Bray, who passed away suddenly last w...

3/28/24: Post-game analysis: Arizona's season ends after loss to Clemson 29.03.2024

For the third straight year, an Arizona Wildcats team with Final Four hopes bowed out of the NCAA Tournament earlier than most expected. We discuss the loss to Clemson, including whether Tommy Lloyd simply isn't a good NCAA Tournament coach, and what needs to change going forward for Arizona to perform better in the Big Dance.

3/25/24: Arizona Wildcats Sweet 16 preview with Ryan Hansen 26.03.2024

The Arizona Wildcats men's basketball team is back in the Sweet 16. What will it take to finally get back to the Final Four? Arizona radio analyst Ryan Hansen joins us to preview the Wildcats' matchup with Clemson, and a possible showdown with North Carolina and Alabama. Plus, our updated Sweet 16 and Elite 8 predictions, including Arizona-Clemson -- and we announce the winners of our 200t...

3/19/24: 200TH EPISODE! Matt Muehlebach Previews Arizona in the NCAA Tournament 20.03.2024

On the 200th episode of Wildcat Country, Arizona alum and analyst Matt Muehlebach joins us to preview the Wildcats' chances to make a deep run in the NCAA Tournament. Plus, our predictions for the Wildcat men and women in the Big Dance. Also, learn how you can win some awesome prizes as part of our 200th episode! (Contest ends 3/24/24)

3/12/24: Reggie Geary previews the Arizona Wildcats' postseason 13.03.2024

The Pac-12 Tournament is upon us, and former Wildcat star-turned-broadcaster Reggie Geary joins us to preview the tournament, as well as Arizona's chances to end its long Final Four drought. Plus, our predictions for the conference tournament and whether Arizona is locked into a 2 seed regardless of the result -- and does the women's team deserve an NCAA Tournament bid?

3/4/24: Ted Robinson breaks down Arizona basketball and football 05.03.2024

It's our first episode with new partner, Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino! We chat with Pac-12 Networks play-by-play man Ted Robinson on the Wildcats' chances in the NCAA Tournament, and get his thoughts on Brent Brennan and Arizona football. Plus, Harrah's Ak-Chin GM and UA alum Michael Kintner joins us to share his favorite Wildcat memories, and we make our picks for this week's men's and women's basketb...

2/26/24: Inside look at Arizona football and basketball with Matt Moreno 27.02.2024

Can Arizona football compete for a conference title in its first Big 12 season? GOAZCATS.com Senior Editor Matt Moreno joins us to discuss that, as well as the men's basketball team's chances to finally get back to the Final Four. Plus, thoughts on an amazing weekend for the women's basketball team, and some predictions for this week, including the men's team's showdown with AS...

2/20/24: Is Arizona a national title contender? Casey Jacobsen weighs in 21.02.2024

The Arizona Wildcats men's basketball team has won six in a row following its demolition of ASU. Can the Wildcats keep it rolling, and are they true national championship contenders? FOX Sports analyst Casey Jacobsen stops by to discuss. Plus, thoughts on new athletic director Desireé Reed-Francois, and predictions for the Wildcats' showdown with No. 21 Washington State.

2/12/24: Deep dive into Arizona basketball with Matt Muehlebach 13.02.2024

Arizona men's basketball is riding a five-game winning streak following its road sweep of the Rocky Mountain schools. Do the Wildcats look the part of a national championship contender? Matt Muehlebach, who called the triple overtime game at Utah, joins us to discuss. Plus, thoughts on Jedd Fisch allegedly interviewing with UCLA... Did he do Arizona football a favor by leaving?

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