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Dive into Big 12 hoops: Which teams are busts waiting to flop? Cinderellas ready to shock? Or true contenders for the crown? Sharp analytics, bold predictions, and guest insights break it all down

BYU basketball has officially broken our brains. We run ChatGPT’s spiciest Cougar hot takes through the Hike the Y filter, argue over whether this team is actually good, and relive the full whiplash from the Iowa State signature win to the UCF rock bottom. Plus, Connor and Brandon go head‑to‑head in a hoops sound test.

BYU finally got the signature win it’s been chasing, taking down No. 6 Iowa State 79–69 in the Marriott Center’s loudest night of the season. We break down AJ Dybantsa’s ridiculous 29–10–9 masterpiece, how BYU dominated the paint and the glass, and what this means for the Cougs’ March ceiling, plus special guest Ruby Winget joins the show to react to the madness and where BYU goes from here

This week we’re giving some long-overdue love to BYU sports outside the usual football and men’s hoops spotlight. We’re talking women’s gymnastics, women’s basketball, track and field, and men’s volleyball—and we brought on special guest Charly Jensen to help us break it all down. From packed Smith Fieldhouse nights to Big 12 grind games and future Olympians on the track, we rank which programs de...

On a night that should’ve been pure storybook, Jimmer’s No. 32 finally goes into the rafters and the Marriott Center is rocking… and 45 seconds in, Richie Saunders tears his ACL and is done for the season. The boys break down the emotional whiplash of BYU’s OT win over Colorado, what Richie meant as the heart and soul of this squad, and how the Cougs can survive the rest of the Big 12 grind withou...

So we had a fire podcast episode for you guys today about the super bowl and our favorite Super Bowl moments from BYU players who played in the big game. We touched on Bad Bunny and the millionaire streaker that streaked the field. Here is a couple of clips that survived the corruption of the audio file. Go cheer on the cougars this Saturday!

The Cougs are in freefall and the  panic  meter is heating up. The boys break down BYU’s three‑game skid, what’s actually broken on defense, and whether this team is still built for a March run. They hit the latest twist in the Paul George saga, sprinkle in a little Super Bowl talk, and look ahead to the gauntlet left on BYU’s schedule to see if the Cardiac Cougs can bounce back before it’s too la...

Connor is down bad with the flu but still phones in for a sec as the boys break down a weird Pro Bowl weekend, what BYU has to fix before the next stretch of games, and Paul George getting slapped with a 25‑game suspension for violating the NBA’s anti‑drug policy. From the memes to the on‑field and on‑court drama, Hike the Y dives into whether BYU can clean things up or if they are going to bust.

DEBATE is on deck as we dive into the chaos of G League players hooping in the NCAA. Are former pros an unfair cheat code against true college kids, or just savvy hoopers grabbing a second chance in March? We break down eligibility drama, NIL money, high school recruits getting squeezed, and what this all means for the future of college basketball.

BYU beats Utah and the rivalry trash talk is flowing. We draft our dream BYU basketball roommates, debate whether AJ Dybantsa needs to chill on the flops and start letting it fly, and break down what really went wrong in the Arizona loss. Plus, we talk about how  Kenard  Davis finally climbed out of his slump and why that changes the ceiling for this team

The Holy War is back, and we’re going all gas no brakes on BYU vs. Utah. From the pettiest moments in rivalry history to why the move to the Big 12 might flip the script, we break down why this matchup hits different now. Whether you wear blue or red, you’re catching strays as we argue who actually owns the future of the Holy War.

Championship or bust. That is the standard AJ Dybantsa just set for BYU, and on this episode of  Hike the Y  we ask if the Cougs are actually built for a Final Four run or a national title. We break down what went wrong and right against Texas Tech, then look forward on the rest of the season—what has to change, who has to step up, and what it will really take for BYU to be playing on the season’s...

The Cougs did not make this season easy on anyone, and the boys are here for all of it. In this episode of  Hike the Y , the crew walks through the true highs and brutal lows of BYU’s season: statement wins, gut-punch losses, breakout stars, coaching questions, and all the “Cardiac Cougs” moments in between. From games that had Provo buzzing to nights everyone wants to forget, we sort out what was...

Kalani Sitake is staying in Provo and Cougar Nation can finally breathe again. In this episode of Hike the Y, the boys react to the breaking news about Kalani turning down Penn State and locking in with BYU, and what it means for the program, the staff, and the future in the Big 12 and CFP race. Then we dive into a full recap of the UCF game, from the ugly 14–0 start to the Bear Bachmeier, LJ Mart...

How well do BYU fans know their stars? In this episode, we hit the phones with the ultimate Cougar trivia—getting folks to say Bear Bachmier  without dropping his name or saying BYU! Test your fan skills along with us. Plus, we scout Cincinnati, preview all the angles for this week’s matchup, and relive the best plays of BYU football’s season so far—epic catches, clutch touchdowns, and game-changi...

The Cougars hit the hardwood and the hype starts now! This week, the “Hike the Y” crew breaks down BYU’s clash against UConn, spotlighting key plays, breakout athletes, and what’s clicking early in the season. From defensive stands to clutch buckets, we break down how the Cougs stack up against top-tier competition and why fans should believe in BYU’s national championship dreams. Get the full rec...

On this episode of Hike the Y, Connor, Ty, Brandon, and Nate dive deep into the TCU vs BYU matchup, breaking down critical plays, big-time stats, and where the Cougars go from here. But we’re not just about the gridiron—listen in as we talk the viral Georgia Bulldogs bark from those iconic Allstate and Cheez-It commercials (“Team, it’s been a grind!”) and how college football ads have become part...

After a tough loss to Texas Tech, we go deep on everything that happened in Lubbock. This episode breaks down the critical moments in play calling, examines the impact of turnovers, and highlights what Texas Tech did right to secure the win. We also discuss the keys to success for Texas moving forward and dive into the crucial areas BYU needs to improve. Whether you’re a stats nerd, a passionate C...

Tune in to Hike the Y as we relive all the nail-biting action from BYU’s showdown with Iowa State—what made it a true “Cardiac Cougs” moment? Our hosts break down turning points, missed chances, and comeback energy, then pivot to preview Saturday’s critical battle with Texas Tech. Expect lively discussion, bold predictions, and plenty of blue pride as BYU pushes through Big 12 competition. Don’t m...