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All things BYU sports - Cougar football, basketball and more, plus commentary on other sports both amateur and professional.

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    • Feb 28, 2026 LATEST EPISODE
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    The Cougar Sports Saturday podcast hosted by Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte is a must-listen for any BYU sports fan. With their extensive knowledge and passion for all things BYU athletics, they consistently deliver fantastic content that keeps listeners engaged and informed. Whether you are looking for the latest news or insightful commentary on trending topics, Mitch and Matt have you covered.

    One of the best aspects of The Cougar Sports Saturday podcast is the hosts' ability to provide in-depth analysis of BYU sports. They go beyond the surface-level coverage often found on other sports programs and dive deep into the details, giving listeners a comprehensive understanding of what is happening with their favorite teams. Their knowledge of the players, coaches, and strategies adds an extra layer of insight to each episode.

    Furthermore, the chemistry between Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte is undeniable. Their banter and rapport create an enjoyable listening experience that feels like you're chatting with friends about your favorite sports team. They have a knack for keeping things entertaining while still delivering important information.

    However, like any podcast, there are some potential downsides to consider. One possible drawback is that The Cougar Sports Saturday podcast focuses exclusively on BYU athletics. While this can be great for fans who are solely interested in BYU sports, it may not appeal as much to listeners who prefer a broader range of content or support other teams. Additionally, depending on personal preferences, some listeners might find certain episodes overly biased towards BYU without providing enough balance or perspective.

    In conclusion, The Cougar Sports Saturday podcast hosted by Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte is an excellent resource for fans of BYU athletics. With their extensive knowledge and passionate commentary, they deliver engaging content that keeps listeners coming back week after week. While there may be some drawbacks regarding its exclusive focus on BYU sports and potential bias towards the team, overall, this podcast provides valuable insights into all things BYU athletics.



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    Latest episodes from Cougar Sports Saturday

    Score Predictions: BYU Basketball vs West Virginia

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 9:01


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack give their score predictions for today's game between the Cougars and the Mountaineers.

    Key Stats, Players to Watch, Bold Predictions for BYU basketball at West Virginia

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 11:58


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack share their key stats, players to watch, and bold predictions for today's contest in Morgantown.

    The Current State of BYU Athletics

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 9:33


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack break down the current state of BYU Athletics. 

    WVU Insider Keenan Cummings

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 12:12


    Mitch Harper talks with West Virginia insider Keenan Cummings in the Get to Know the Foe segment. 

    Spring Ball Updates

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 5:13


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack break down what has stood out to them so far during Spring Ball. 

    3 Things BYU Football Can Do in 2026 to Level Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 14:30


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack share three things they believe BYU needs to do this year to improve from last season

    NFL Combine Updates for BYU LB Jack Kelly and WR Chase Roberts

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 6:41


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack take a look at some of the numbers former Cougs Jack Kelly and Chase Roberts have put up so far at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis, Indiana.

    Notes from Day 1 of 2026 BYU Spring Football

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 15:18


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack share their observations from the first day of spring football down in Provo.

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    March Madness Bracket Outlook for BYU Basketball

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 6:56


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack take a look at the bracket projections for the Cougars as we wrap up February and look ahead to March.

    What Went Wrong for BYU vs. UCF?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 12:47


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack break down what unraveled for BYU Cougars men's basketball in a tough home setback against the UCF Knights

    FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - February 21, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2026 122:31


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack break down BYU basketball’s tough road loss at Arizona and what Richie Saunders being out for the rest of the season means for the Cougs moving forward. They dive into updated bracket projections, preview spring football with practices just a week away, and get you ready for a big showdown at the Marriott Center against No. 6 Iowa State. Plus, an in-depth look at the Cyclones with players to watch, bold predictions, and final score picks.

    FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - February 14, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 41:14


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack dive into the latest news surrounding former BYU Cougars wide receiver Parker Kingston before turning their attention to the hardwood. With Jimmer Fredette’s jersey set to rise to the rafters, the guys relive their favorite Jimmer moments and reflect on one of the most electric eras in BYU basketball history. Plus, Mitch sits down with former Dave Rose to revisit Jimmer’s legendary run in Provo and the impact it had on the program. To close out the show, Mitch and Nate preview BYU vs. Colorado and deliver their score predictions.

    Score Predictions:No. 16 BYU vs No. 7 Houston

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 12:18


    Mitch Harper and Kyle Ireland give their score predictions as BYU looks to snap a three-game losing streak.

    Key Stats, Players to Watch, Bold Predictions for No. 16 BYU vs No. 7 Houston

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 9:51


    Mitch Harper and Kyle Ireland dive into our weekly three pointer segment ahead of tonight's top-20 contest.

    Previewing No. 7 16 BYU and No. 7 Houston

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 11:11


    Mitch Harper and Kyle Ireland discuss the player availability report and what they expect to see tonight in the Marriott Center.

    Know the Foe: Houston Insider Kris Gardner Previews BYU vs Houston

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 10:45


    Mitch Harper talks with Houston insider Kris Gardner to get a run down on the Coogs ahead of tonight's matchup.

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    Super Bowl LX Predictions

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 6:46


    Mitch Harper and Kyle Ireland share who they think win Super Bowl 60 tomorrow afternoon.

    Conversations with BYU Basketball Signees Dean Rueckert and Will Openshaw

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 15:57


    Mitch Harper had the chance to chat with two BYU basketball signees earlier this week at Timpeview High.

    Scoreboard Check-In: Big 12 Basketball on February 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 7:02


    Mitch Harper and Kyle Ireland take a look at the scores around the Big 12 conference and take a look at what's coming up for BYU hoops.

    BYU vs. Houston: Can the Cougars in Blue Stop the Skid?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 12:45


    Mitch Harper and Kyle Ireland preview tonight’s Top-20 showdown between BYU and Houston. They break down BYU’s three-game losing streak, assess whether the Cougars can knock off a favored Houston squad, and debate the big question facing fans: is it time to panic, or does that depend on what happens tonight?

    20 Days to Spring Ball — What Should BYU Football Fans Expect?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 5:25


    With spring ball just around the corner, Mitch Harper and Kyle Ireland preview BYU football’s offseason outlook. They break down what returning production means for this year’s expectations, the depth battles ahead, and what fans should be watching as the Cougars prepare for spring practice.

    Looking Ahead to the 2026 Football Season with BYU Football's Kalani Sitake

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 16:53


    Mitch Harper talks with BYU head coach Kalani Sitake about the latest signing class and what fans can expect from this year’s BYU squad.

    BYU Football Coaching Changes for 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 4:49


    Mitch Harper and Kyle Ireland dive into the coaching shakeup at BYU after DC Jay Hill and DB coach/passing game coordinator Jernaro Gilford left for Michigan.

    What's Gone Wrong for BYU Basketball During This 3-Game Slide?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 15:14


    Mitch Harper and Kyle Ireland discuss what has gone wrong for the Cougars during this three-game losing strea and what needs to change for them to upset No. 8 Houston tonight in the Marriott Center.

    FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - January 31, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2026 54:06


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack break down today’s top-15 showdown between BYU and the Kansas Jayhawks. The guys dive into the highly anticipated matchup between projected top-2 NBA Draft picks AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson, sit down with Kansas insider Henry Greenstein of the Lawrence World-Journal and KUsports.com, and share their key stat of the game, players to watch, bold predictions, and final score picks.

    FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - January 24, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2026 88:22


    Mitch Harper breaks down today's rivalry game between No. 13 BYU and Utah. Former BYU great Fred Roberts joins the show to share his memories of playing Utah and his thoughts on this year's squad. Mitch also dives into this year's football schedule, goals the team should have for the season and players to watch, bold prediction and a score prediction for the basketball game against Utah.

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    FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - January 17, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2026 109:51


    In this week’s edition of Cougar Sports Saturday, BYU Insider Mitch Harper takes a deep dive into the now-closed transfer portal. He breaks down which players departed BYU, which newcomers joined the program, and the remaining roster needs for the 2026 football team. Mitch also looks ahead to next season, discussing whether BYU’s defense in 2026 could surpass this year’s unit, along with a major rule change coming to college football. Later in the show, Jeff Hansen of Cougar Sports Insider and the 247Sports network joins the conversation to talk all things BYU football. The focus then shifts to the hardwood, as Mitch reflects on Jimmer Fredette’s jersey retirement and previews a marquee matchup between No. 11 BYU and No. 16 Texas Tech.

    BYU Football Conversation with Jeff Hansen of 247Sports

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2026 14:59


    Mitch Harper and Jeff Hansen (Cougar Sports Insider / 247Sports) discuss personnel for BYU football as part of a way-too-early preview of the 2026 football season.

    Score Predictions: No. 9 BYU Basketball @ Utah

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2026 9:14


    Mitch Harper and Kyle Ireland break down the first of this year’s two rivalry games and reveal their score predictions.

    No. 9 BYU Basketball @ Utah: Key Stats, Players to Watch, Bold Predictions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2026 12:46


    Mitch Harper and Kyle Ireland break down this BYU and Utah game with a key stat to be aware of, players to watch and bold predictions.

    Player Availability Report: No. 9 BYU Basketball at Utah

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2026 5:04


    Mitch Harper and Kyle Ireland discuss the player availability report for tonight's game.

    Get to the Foe with Utah Insider Steve Bartle: Utah Basketball Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2026 15:58


    KSL Sports Insiders Mitch Harper and Steve Bartle break down tonight’s matchup and discuss what to watch for at the Huntsman Center.

    2025-26 CFP Championship Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2026 6:42


    Mitch Harper and Kyle Ireland preview this year's national championship game between Indiana and Miami and give their predictions.

    Can BYU Be the Next Indiana?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2026 14:45


    Mitch Harper and Kyle Ireland debate whether BYU is on track to be the next Indiana, react to commentary from ESPN’s Kirk Herbstreit, and explain what would need to happen for BYU to follow a similar path.

    Big 12 Scoreboard Check-In: College Basketball Results

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2026 7:46


    Mitch Harper and Kyle Ireland look around the college basketball landscape at games affecting BYU, highlighted by Wisconsin’s road upset of No. 2 Michigan and Kansas dropping a game in Morgantown.

    Eric Mika Breaks Down BYU Basketball and the Utah Rivalry

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2026 13:28


    Mitch Harper and Kyle Ireland are joined by former BYU star and NBA player Eric Mika to discuss this year’s BYU basketball team and his memories of the BYU–Utah rivalry.

    End of Season Awards for 2025 BYU Football

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2026 10:07


    Mitch Harper and Kyle Ireland dish out their end-of-season awards for BYU football, highlighting the MVP, Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year, Newcomer of the Year, and the best position group of the season.

    Taking an Early Look at the 2026 BYU Football Roster

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2026 10:59


    Mitch Harper and Kyle Ireland dive into an early look at BYU’s 2026 roster. They discuss who’s expected to suit up, which players have entered the transfer portal, and which key decisions are still yet to come.

    BYU Football's Coaching Changes for 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2026 6:00


    Mitch Harper and Kyle Ireland break down the impact of defensive coordinator Jay Hill’s departure and explore what BYU’s defense could look like under newly promoted DC Kelly Poppinga.

    BYU Football Players Running It Back in 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2026 13:36


    Mitch Harper and Kyle Ireland break down which players have announced they’ll be back in a BYU uniform for the 2026 season.

    Pop-Tarts Bowl: No. 12 BYU vs No. 22 Georgia Tech - Extended Pregame

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2025 56:51


    Mitch Harper and Kyle Ireland break down BYU’s matchup with Georgia Tech in the Pop-Tarts Bowl. The guys dive into key injuries, coaching storylines, and the biggest questions surrounding the game. They wrap things up with a must-know stat, players to watch, bold predictions, and final score picks.

    Best of Cougar Sports Saturday - December 20, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2025 109:36


    In this special Best Of edition of Cougar Sports Saturday, relive exclusive interviews with BYU players and coaches from Mitch Harper and Kyle Ireland. Plus, get in-depth BYU football and basketball breakdowns from Mitch, Kyle, and producer Nate Slack, featuring the best moments from the past few weeks.

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