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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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    • Jun 6, 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

    FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - June 6, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 124:20


    In this week's edition of Cougar Sports Saturday with Mitch Harper and Nate Slack, the guys break down the proposed Protect College Sports Act, debate BYU's place in a potential college football Super League, and share exclusive interviews from the Big 12 Spring Meetings with Kalani Sitake, Liz Darger, Scott Draper, and Brian Thornton. Plus, hear from BYU offensive lineman Joe Brown, get the latest Cougar Tales updates, check out this week's Drafting the Y, preview College Football 27, and find out which BYU games rank among the most expensive tickets in college football this season.

    Most expensive college football tickets in 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 11:14


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack break down the most expensive college football tickets this season and reveal how many BYU games landed in the top 10.

    Big 12 Chief Basketball Officer Brian Thornton breaks down the latest in Big 12 Hoops

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 14:50


    Mitch Harper sits down with Big 12 Chief Basketball Officer Brian Thornton for an exclusive conversation covering scheduling, NBA Draft prospects, and more from the conference.

    Early look at the video game College Football 27

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 4:48


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack discuss the upcoming release of College Football 27, set to launch in early July.

    Drafting the Y: Best BYU Football Game Day T-Shirts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 16:44


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack draft their favorite BYU football game day T-shirts, narrowing down a collection of 20 designs to their top eight picks.

    Cougar Tales: BYU assistant coach now Hall of Famer, Football recuriting, Basketball player represents Team USA

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 8:10


    Nate Slack and Mitch Harper bring you the latest BYU news and notes, including updates on Cougar basketball and football recruiting.

    Conversation with Scott Draper, Chief Football & Competition Officer of the Big 12

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 14:09


    Mitch Harper sits down with Big 12 Chief Football & Competition Officer Scott Draper to discuss the latest developments across conference football.

    Part 2 of Kalani Sitake interview from Big 12 Spring Meetings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 9:51


    Catch part two of Mitch Harper's conversation with Kalani Sitake as the BYU head coach shares his outlook for the 2026 season.

    Part 1 of Kalani Sitake interview from Big 12 Spring Meetings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 12:14


    Hear part one of Mitch Harper's exclusive conversation with BYU head coach Kalani Sitake as the Cougars prepare to contend for another Big 12 championship.

    Get to know BYU football's Joe Brown

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 9:04


    Mitch Harper caught up with BYU sophomore offensive lineman Joe Brown to discuss his development and preparations for the upcoming season.

    Spring update with BYU Athletics' Liz Darger

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 11:06


    Mitch Harper caught up with BYU Athletics' Liz Darger at the Big 12 Spring Meetings in Frisco, Texas, to discuss the latest developments within the athletic department.

    Hypothetical: Would BYU make it to a "Super League?"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 11:23


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack debate whether BYU would earn a spot in a hypothetical college sports Super League if the power conferences split again.

    Breaking down the "Protect College Sports Act"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 11:45


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack break down the proposed bipartisan Protect College Sports Act and what it could mean for the future of college athletics.

    FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - May 30, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 107:00


    Catch this week's edition of Cougar Sports Saturday with hosts Mtich Harper and Nate Slack. The guys breakdown the Big 12 Spring Meetings and play conversations Mitch had with BYU AD Brian Santiago, Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark, and hoops coach Kevin Young.

    Summer checkpoints for football season and the 2026 BYU game day shirt

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 5:59


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack wrap up the show hitting on some final notes about the football and summer calendars and the 2026 game day shirt.

    Kevin Young interview from Big 12 Spring Meetings

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 15:36


    Mitch Harper caught up with the head coach of the BYU basketball team to get a late spring udpate.

    Drafting the Y: Big 12 football programs you'd draft to be BYU's permanent opponents on a 10-game league schedule

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 15:36


    In this week's edition of Drafting the Y, Mitch Harper and Nate Slack go back and forth picking which Big 12 teams they'd like to see permamently on BYU football's schedule.

    Discussing how an ideal non-conference schedule should be built

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 5:28


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack talk about how they would like a  non-conference schedule to be constructed for BYU football.

    Interview with Brett Yormark at the Big 12 Spring Meetings

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 14:04


    Mitch Harper spoke with Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark at the Big 12 Spring Meetings

    Part 2 of Conversation with BYU AD Brian Santiago at Big 12 Spring Meetings

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 7:42


    Part 2 of 2: Mitch Harper caught up with BYU athletic director Brian Santiago earlier this week in Frisco, Texas, to get his thoughts on the state of the program and the key conversations unfolding at the Big 12 Spring Meetings.

    Part 1 of Conversation with BYU AD Brian Santiago at Big 12 Spring Meetings

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 11:50


    Part 1 of 2: Mitch Harper caught up with BYU athletic director Brian Santiago earlier this week in Frisco, Texas, to get his thoughts on the state of the program and the key conversations unfolding at the Big 12 Spring Meetings.

    Texas Tech calls out Steve Sarkisian and Texas

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 6:29


    Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire didn’t hold back, calling out Steve Sarkisian and Texas after Sark hinted the Longhorns could win the Big 12 while playing their 2s and 3s. McGuire publicly challenged Texas to open the season with a Week 1 matchup.

    BYU's Kevin Young in talks with the Chicago Bulls

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 14:12


    ESPN reported earlier this week that BYU head coach Kevin Young is in talks with the Chicago Bulls about their head‑coaching vacancy. Mitch Harper and Nate Slack discuss whether there’s any real concern and if fans should expect this kind of interest every offseason.

    Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark admits BYU football was disrespected in 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 6:52


    Brett Yormark was asked about the Big 12’s access to the College Football Playoff, and he used the moment to highlight the disrespect he felt BYU faced last season. He made it clear he expects that narrative to change this year.

    Big 12 football coaches are unfied in wanting a 24-team College Football Playoff

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 12:29


    Big 12 coaches unanimously voiced their support for a 24‑team College Football Playoff during this week’s Big 12 Meetings in Frisco, Texas. Mitch Harper and Nate Slack break down what that means for the league and the sport.

    FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - May 23, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2026 109:36


    Catch this week's edition of Cougar Sports Saturday as Mitch Harper and Nate Slack breakdown the latest from BYU football and basketball.

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    Discussing the latest on the College Football Playoff's proposed 24-team bracket

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2026 10:38


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack discuss their feelings on the latest regarding the 24-team playoff

    BYU football recruiting update

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2026 10:44


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack talk about BYU's latest commitment and a big-time player who has BYU in his final four.

    Drafting the Y: Who would you like to see BYU football schedule long-term scheduling agreements with

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2026 18:47


    In this week's Drafting the Y, Mitch Harper and Nate Slack go back and forth picking which teams they'd like to see BYU schedule non-conference games with.

    Cougar Tales: BYU baseball wraps up the season, BYU Fan Fest recap, upcoming football camp led by Former Cougar legends

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2026 8:38


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack touch on baseball, fan fests, and football camps in this week's Cougar Tales.

    Anonymous coaches break down BYU football entering 2026 season

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2026 13:33


    Athlon Sports' annual college football preview features anonymous commentary on BYU football entering the 2026 season. Mitch Harper and Nate Slack break down the anonymous quotes.

    5 in 5 could be here soon for NCAA athletes: Is that a good thing for BYU?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2026 7:19


    The NCAA could be voting in June for new guidelines on eligibility. That would be 5 seasons in 5 years. Would that be a good thing for BYU? Mitch Harper and Nate Slack break it down.

    Former BYU, NFL DE Bronson Kaufusi previews year two of Charity of Champions event

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2026 13:59


    Former BYU football star Bronson Kaufusi spoke to Mitch Harper and Nate Slack about the second year of the Charity of Champions event that will take place on June 27 at Corner Canyon High School.

    Coverage Check: Is it time to panic in BYU basketball's search for a center?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2026 14:14


    BYU basketball continues to search for a center for next season. Some of the prospects who have been linked to BYU have chosen other programs, is it time to panic? Mitch Harper and Nate Slack share their thoughts.

    Question marks for BYU football entering the 2026 season

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2026 6:24


    How big of a question mark is the wide receiver for BYU next season? Also, what other positions could be areas of concern?

    Evaluating the BYU football wide receiver unit in 2026 after the latest departure

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2026 14:21


    BYU wide receiver Cody Hagen has medically retired from football. Mitch Harper and Nate Slack share their thoughts on BYU's receiver unit moving forward after this move.

    FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - May 16, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2026 109:26


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack kick off a new era of Cougar Sports Saturday.

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    Checking in on BYU basketball scheduling

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2026 8:34


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack dive into the latest scheduling announcements and reports for BYU basketball's non-conference slate

    The ultimate BYU Football trips in 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2026 13:17


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack breakdown the best football trips for BYU football fans in 2026.

    Drafting the Y: One BYU football player from the past that you would add to the 2026 team

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2026 18:36


    In this week's edition of Drafting the Y, Mitch Harper and Nate Slack take turns drafting one BYU football player from the past that they would like to add to this year's squad.

    Cougar Tales: Will Ferrin is looking for a new NFL team, BYU baseball latest

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2026 6:21


    Mitch Harper and Nate Slack hit on the news of Will Ferrin being waived by the Jets and BYU Baseball's homestand against Kansas.

    Former Utah head coach has high expectations for BYU QB Bear Bachmeier

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2026 13:56


    Former Utah head coach Ron McBride gave a strong endorsement of the BYU program and quarterback Bear Bachmeier. Mitch Harper and Nate Slack break down their expectations for Bachmeier in 2026.

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