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

8/22/23: Jedd Fisch previews the 2023 Arizona football season 23.08.2023

Will Arizona Wildcats football build upon the momentum it generated last season? Head coach Jedd Fisch joins us to preview the 2023 campaign and discuss the overall state of the program, including the upcoming move to the Big 12. Plus, we project every Pac-12 team's win-loss record, and discuss whether UA football should consider an interesting ticket promotion implemented by another program.

8/17/23: Matt Moreno looks ahead to recruiting in the Big 12 18.08.2023

Will Arizona Wildcats football continue to recruit well as it shifts from the Pac-12 to Big 12? GOAZCATS.com senior editor Matt Moreno joins us to share his thoughts on how the move could benefit UA. Also, thoughts on the men's basketball team's overseas performances, and a big offseason blow to women's hoops.

8/8/23: Dan Wetzel on Arizona and the death of the Pac-12 09.08.2023

What really happened behind the scenes that led to the implosion of the Pac-12, and Arizona jumping to the Big 12? Yahoo Sports columnist and bestselling author Dan Wetzel joins us to share what he knows, and he looks ahead to the Wildcats' future in their new conference. Plus, what should we make of Dr. Robbins' comments about the Pac-12 Grant of Rights deal that was ultimately rejected?...

8/6/23: Arizona-Big 12 Roundtable Discussion with Jeff Dean and Blair Willis 07.08.2023

The Arizona Wildcats are headed to the Big 12 in 2024. What should fans be most excited about? What concerns should they have? How will this impact football recruiting? Who will the Wildcats' biggest rivals be? And will this move help expand The University of Arizona brand nationally? We discuss all of these questions and more with a pair of Wildcat experts, Arizona PA announcer Jeff Dean and...

8/4/23: Pac your bags: Arizona reportedly Big 12-bound 04.08.2023

Oregon and Washington are Big Ten-bound, while Arizona is reportedly headed to the Big 12 along with ASU and Utah. Was this the right move? We digest the latest information. Plus, should Arizona explore naming rights for its football stadium?

7/27/23: Arizona football and Pac-12/Big 12 talk with Brian Jeffries 28.07.2023

Colorado has officially bolted for the Big 12. Is Arizona next? We weigh the pros and cons of remaining in (what's left of) the Pac-12 vs. moving on, and the likelihood of each scenario. We also discuss the situation with longtime Arizona Wildcats play-by-play voice Brian Jeffries, who helps us preview the Arizona football season and discuss a little Wildcat hoops.

7/21/23: Media rights expert explains the Pac-12 TV negotiations 22.07.2023

What's in the way of the Pac-12 securing a media rights deal? Crakes Media founder Patrick Crakes, who has a wealth of experience on the TV side of the negotiations, gives us an inside look at what's happening, and what to expect. Also, thoughts on Arizona football's ranking of No. 8 in the Pac-12 media poll, thoughts on Jayden de Laura's statement about the Hawaii case, and the be...

7/12/23: Phil Steele previews the 2023 Arizona Wildcats football season 12.07.2023

Will the Arizona Wildcats football team reach a bowl game for the first time since 2017? Phil Steele, publisher of Phil Steele's College Football Preview, shares his thoughts on this year's team. Plus, thoughts on a possible new football commit and Arizona in the MLB draft, and remembering the legendary Ooh Aah Man.

7/6/23: Elijah Rushing & Pac-12 media discussion with Corey Leff 07.07.2023

The Arizona Wildcats football team has landed its biggest recruit to date with Salpointe defensive standout Elijah Rushing. Corey Leff, AKA JohnWallStreet, joins us to discuss what this means for the future of the program. We also discuss a (possible) pending Pac-12 media deal and what it could mean for the future of the conference.

6/28/23: Arizona football recruiting update with Matt Moreno 29.06.2023

The Arizona Wildcats football staff is already stocking up on 2024 commits. Is another big one on the way? GOAZCATS.com senior editor Matt Moreno joins us to discuss the latest commits and preview Elijah Rushing's upcoming decision. Plus, our thoughts on the Pac-12 (possibly) closing in on a TV deal, and reaction to Jay Johnson's CWS championship at LSU.

6/20/23: Arizona Wildcats football preview with CollegeFootballNews.com publisher Pete Fiutak 21.06.2023

Will the Arizona Wildcats football team improve upon its 5-7 season and reach a bowl game for the first time since 2017? CollegeFootballNews.com publisher Pete Fiutak joins us to preview the team, offer his thoughts on Jedd Fisch, and explain why the Pac-12 may be the best long-term solution for the Wildcats. Plus, we review a great couple days in recruiting for Wildcat football, hand out grades f...

6/12/23: Chip Patterson weighs in on Arizona football and basketball 13.06.2023

The offseason for Arizona Wildcats athletics is officially here, but we still have plenty to discuss. Chip Patterson, host of the Cover 3 Podcast, joins us to preview Arizona football and men's basketball, and we discuss the future of the Arizona baseball program and how likely the Wildcats are to remain in the Pac-12.

5/31/23: Arizona baseball postseason preview & Caleb Love reaction 01.06.2023

The Arizona Wildcats snuck into Regionals following an impressive showing at the Pac-12 Tournament. D1Baseball.com reporter Shotgun Spratling joins us to preview the Wildcats' draw and whether Arizona getting into the tournament was the right decision. Plus, reaction to Caleb Love's decision to transfer to Arizona, thoughts on a softball coaching departure, and football coach rankings that...

5/24/23: In-depth analysis of Arizona's international basketball commits 24.05.2023

Will Lithuanian newcomers Motiejus Krivas and Paulius Murauskas make an instant impact for the Arizona Wildcats? International hoops expert Ignacio Rissotto joins us to tell us what Wildcat fans should know about both guys, and whether Henri Veesaar will eventually live up to the hype. Plus, with the addition of Montana Lemonious-Craig, could this be Arizona football's most talented offense in...

5/19/23: Bruce Pascoe breaks down Arizona's latest basketball commits 19.05.2023

It's been a big week off the court for Arizona Wildcats men's basketball with the addition of two 2023 commits from Lithuania, and a possible transfer (or two) on the way. Arizona Daily Star men's hoops beat writer Bruce Pascoe joins us to discuss how the Wildcats' 2023-24 roster is shaping up, and whether there's any possibility of Azuolas Tubelis returning to Tucson next seas...

5/9/23: A closer look at the Jayden de Laura case 10.05.2023

We've learned about the disturbing details of a civil suit against Arizona Wildcats quarterback Jayden de Laura. What does it all mean, and what should happen next? Hawaii News Now reporter Lynn Kawano, who uncovered the details of the case, joins us to answer some of those questions, and we offer our thoughts on whether de Laura should have a future at Arizona. Plus, a possible Pac-12 TV deal...

5/3/22: Arizona basketball recruiting and transfer update with Rob Cassidy 04.05.2023

Arizona Wildcats men's basketball finally made some noise in the transfer portal by landing guard Jaden Bradley from Alabama. We'll discuss the pickup, and we'll chat with Rivals national basketball recruiting analyst Rob Cassidy on what he saw from Arizona's 2024 commits, Carter Bryant and Jamari Phillips, at the EYPL event in Phoenix last weekend. Plus, thoughts on Arizona footba...

4/27/23: Matt Moreno dishes on Carter Bryant's commitment, and what's next 28.04.2023

Tommy Lloyd got a much-needed win when 2024 five-star recruit Carter Bryant committed to play for the Arizona Wildcats. GOAZCATS.com senior editor Matt Moreno tells us what Wildcat fans should expect from him, and whether fans should be concerned about the lack of commits for 2023. Plus, women's basketball, baseball and softball talk, and our thoughts on the chaos in Colorado with Deion Sander...

4/20/23: Chris Gronkowski joins us, plus the latest basketball transfer talk 21.04.2023

On our 150th episode, Ice Shaker founder Chris Gronkowski joins us to break down his experience coaching in the Arizona Wildcats football Spring Game, and his thoughts on this year's team. Plus, is it officially time to panic about Tommy Lloyd's work, or lack thereof, in the transfer portal? And of course, we have to talk about Arizona baseball's 20-0 win over the team up north.

4/13/23: Thoughts on Tubelis' departure and Arizona spring football 14.04.2023

Azuolas Tubelis has declared for the NBA Draft. Can Tommy Lloyd and the Arizona Wildcats fill that hole next season? Plus, former UA football captain Barrett Baker joins us to discuss what he's seen from the football team during spring practice and what to expect in the fall. Also, thoughts on women's basketball, baseball, softball, and the ongoing Pac-12/Big 12 debate.

4/6/23: Arizona basketball offseason outlook with Matt Muehlebach 07.04.2023

The Arizona Wildcats men's basketball team is (possibly) beginning to make noise in the transfer portal. What will next season's roster look like? Pac-12 Networks analyst Matt Muehlebach stops by to break it down. Plus, we buy or sell the performances of five Arizona head coaches, including Tommy Lloyd, Adia Barnes and Jedd Fisch.

3/26/23: Basketball and football recruiting update with Matt Moreno 27.03.2023

The transfer portal has already impacted the Arizona Wildcats men's basketball team. Will Tommy Lloyd be able to fill in the gaps, especially if Azuolas Tubelis leaves? GOAZCATS.com senior editor Matt Moreno joins us to provide some insight into the Wildcats' offseason. Plus, Matt dives into the Arizona football team, including on whether the defense will make a significant leap from last...

3/20/23: Arizona basketball post-mortem with Bruce Pascoe 21.03.2023

We've had a few days to digest Arizona's loss to 15 seed Princeton, and we have a lot of thoughts about what went wrong and where Tommy Lloyd's Wildcats go from here. We'll also discuss it with Arizona Daily Star beat writer Bruce Pascoe, who diagnoses the Princeton loss and what next year's team might look like. Also, thoughts on the women's basketball season, and our revi...

3/13/23: Arizona Wildcats NCAA Tournament preview with Casey Jacobsen 14.03.2023

After another Pac-12 Tournament championship, the Arizona Wildcats men's basketball team heads into the NCAA Tournament as the No. 2 seed in the South region. Pac-12 and FOX Sports analyst Casey Jacobsen joins us to preview the Wildcats' first-round game vs. Princeton and other potential matchups for UA in that region. Plus, former Arizona SID Blair Willis joins us to make predictions for the NCAA...

3/5/23: Matt Muehlebach previews the Pac-12 Tournament 06.03.2023

After an LA road split to end the regular season, the Arizona Wildcats men's basketball team enters the Pac-12 Tournament with some questions, and a chance to improve their NCAA Tournament seeding. Pac-12 Networks analyst and former UA sharpshooting guard Matt Muehlebach joins us to break down the Wildcats' chances to repeat as conference tourney champs in Las Vegas. Plus, we make our own game-by-...

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