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Are Adam and Nathan heroes? Probably not. But they are hosts of the award-winning weekly Nevada sports podcast Wolf Pack fans needed for too long. Nathan was twice named the Nevada Press Association Sports Columnist of the Year while covering Nevada football, Nevada basketball, and Nevada baseball for the Sparks Tribune. He also hosted his own show on regional ESPN Radio. Adam graduated from Nevada in 2017 after seven or so years of undergrad and shares his knowledge, largely about losing bets and Mackay Stadium tailgates. Relevant guests come on weekly so you can stay current on everything Nevada while the Shoup brothers provide unique, and candid, insights on Wolf Pack sports, and Reno culture at large, that Northern Nevada was missing.

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    248: Our final episode after five years, Goodbyes and thank you's

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2023 81:22


    Nevada baseball season review and letter grades (5:00). The Shoup brothers play a clip from their first episode almost five years ago as they say goodbye (17:57). They reflect back on what they most and least enjoyed, what they'll remember, and whether they thought the podcast was a success (31:59). And they have many to thank (1:02:24). From Nathan: We love you all for coming on this ride with us.

    247: Nevada at San Jose State preview, Aces rolling, Preparing to say bye

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2023 75:58


    Nevada baseball split four games at New Mexico (6:50). The Pack ends the year with three games at San Jose State this weekend — two things to know and predictions (11:02). The Reno Aces took five of seven at Tacoma and try to stay hot this week vs Sacramento (21:02). For slants, the Shoup brothers start recalling on all-time highs/lows for the pod ahead of next week's final episode (31:20) and share if it's possible for The Reno Slant to return at some point (58:24). To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    246: Nevada at New Mexico preview, Pack football gets game at Ohio State, Aces in Tacoma

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2023 57:55


    Nevada baseball lost two of three vs Fresno State (6:27). The Pack is on the road the rest of the regular season, starting with three at New Mexico this weekend — two things to know and predictions (10:51). The Reno Aces split with a good Round Rock team, and are in Tacoma this week (16:51). For slants, the Shoup brothers weigh in on the significance of Nevada football's scheduled 2029 game at Ohio State (26:10) and debate if the Georgia would beat the XFL champ (39:03). To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    245: Nevada vs Fresno State baseball preview, Aces stay hot, Awkward coliseum

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 41:52


    The brothers have an update on the podcast (3:35). Nevada baseball dropped three of four non-conference games vs Grand Canyon and Long Beach State (9:30). The Pack returns to Mountain West play this weekend for the final home games of the year, with Fresno coming to town — two things to know and predictions (14:30). The Reno Aces stayed hot, taking five of six from Sugar Land and remain at Greater Nevada Field this week, hosting second-place Round Rock (19:50). For slants, Nathan is getting married this weekend (26:20) and things are getting weird at A's games in Oakland (28:29).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    244: Nevada vs Long Beach St/Grand Canyon preview, Spring game positives/negatives, Aces coming home

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2023 54:40


    Nevada baseball dropped two of three at San Diego State (6:15). The Pack returns to Peccole for a non-conference weekend vs Long Beach State and Grand Canyon — two things to know and predictions (14:10). The Reno Aces bounced back taking five of six at Salt Lake and host reeling Sugar Land this week (21:54). For slants, the Shoup brothers share their positive and negative takeaways from Nevada's spring game (29:23), consider who will be Pack hoops most improved in 2023-24 (32:44), and give the real reason the air races are ending (51:31). To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    243: Nevada at San Diego State preview, Pack's realignment appeal, Aces pitching nightmares

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2023 61:41


    Nevada baseball won its first Mountain West series of the year, taking two of three from Air Force (7:51). The Pack hits the road this weekend, going to San Diego State— two things to know and predictions (12:55). The Reno Aces pitching was comedically bad vs Sacramento and tries to calm things down this week at Salt Lake (18:58). For slants, the Shoup brothers consider how appealing Nevada is in realignment scenarios (29:44), share if they remain confident in an impact portal addition (34:22), and Nathan complains about the Vegas to Reno drive (50:46). To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    242: Nevada vs Air Force preview, Mountain West realignment rumors, Aces start slow

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2023 77:11


    Nevada baseball dropped two of three at UNLV (5:44). The Pack returns to Peccole this weekend, hosting Air Force — two things to know and predictions (9:33). The Reno Aces dropped four of five at Tacoma and host Sacramento this week (21:21). For slants, the Shoup brothers consider who is the biggest portal loss for next season (31:36), play with Mountain West realignment hypotheticals (42:23), and deliver their annual NBA postseason preview (1:08:12).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    241: Will Baker transferring out, Nevada at UNLV baseball preview, 2023-24 Pack hoops expectations

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2023 63:15


    Will Baker is next man into the portal (). Nevada baseball dropped two of three vs San Jose State (7:44). The Pack goes to Vegas this weekend — two things to know and predictions (16:18). For slants, the Shoup brothers consider reasonable expectations for Pack hoops next winter (25:03), debate if Nevada will need to reload every year because of the portal (32:23), give their Masters picks (34:21), and praise the pitch clock (45:45).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    240: Darrion Williams transferring out, Nevada vs San Jose State baseball preview, Time to abandon prep recruits?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2023 64:01


    Darrion Williams and Trey Pettigrew enter portal (3:38). Nevada baseball swept in two games vs New Mexico (19:33). The Pack hosts San Jose State this weekend — two things to know and predictions (22:50). For slants, the Shoup brothers consider whether Steve Alford should give up on recruiting high school athletes and focus on the portal (29:55), debate if Kenan Blackshear regrets transferring from FAU (38:40), and reveal real estate stats about people moving from Reno (59:55).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    239: Pack hoops season review, Nevada vs New Mexico baseball preview, Over/under Pack hoops transfers

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2023 66:44


    Pack hoops season review and letter grades (5:50). Nevada baseball dropped two of three vs UNLV last weekend (30:54). Nevada remains at Peccole this weekend, hosting New Mexico — two things to know and predictions (35:48). For slants, the Shoup brothers weight the meaning of a convincing First Four loss (42:20), guess how many Pack hoops players will transfer out (45:14), and predict which Mountain West football head coach will be without a job after the 2023 season (55:12).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    238: Pack hoops Mountain West tourney preview, At-large resume needs, Nevada baseball opens conference play

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2023 74:02


    Pack hoops continued to struggle, dropping the regular season finale vs UNLV Saturday afternoon (7:42). Nevada can make one last NCAA Tournament push this week with the Mountain West Conference Tournament — two things to know and predictions (27:25). Nevada baseball swept three games vs Hofstra last weekend (42:20). The Pack opens Mountain West play this weekend at Fresno — two things to know and predictions (47:49). For slants, the Shoup brothers consider if Alford could be fired if Nevada loses to San Jose State Thursday (52:11) and whether Hunter McIntosh's return sparked recent struggles (1:01:57).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    237: Nevada vs UNLV hoops preview, Pack's at-large hopes on brink, Nevada vs Hofstra baseball preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2023 94:18


    Pack hoops picked a bad time for its worst loss the year (10:52). Nevada wraps the regular season Saturday night, at home, vs UNLV — two things to know and predictions (33:10). Nevada took two of three vs Cal Baptist last weekend (45:01). Snow permitting, the Pack hosts a four-game series vs Hofstra this weekend — two things to know and predictions (51:04). For slants, the Shoup brothers comment on the officiating in Laramie Monday night (57:54), take an early look at potential matchups in the Mountain West Conference Tournament (1:01:08), and react to yet another snowstorm in Reno (1:29:35).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    236: Pack hoops at Fresno St preview, Lucas struggles, Nevada baseball at Cap Baptist preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2023 69:59


    Pack hoops used a strong second half vs San Jose State Tuesday night to avoid a bad loss (4:02). Nevada goes to Fresno Friday night— two things to know and predictions (19:02). Nevada baseball dropped three of four at Abilene Christian to open the year (33:32). The Pack has two vs Cal Baptist and two vs High Point this weekend — two things to know and predictions (41:30). For slants, the Shoup brothers weigh in on Lawlor's broken scoreboard (46:39), guess when the Mountain West football schedule will come out + premature season predictions (50:14), and decide if it's time to panic about Jarod Lucas struggles (58:25).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    235: Nevada at Utah State preview, Pack baseball season preview, Jarod vs Kenan for MW POY

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2023 67:26


    Pack hoops avoided a bad loss vs Fresno last week (3:28). Nevada goes to Logan Saturday night for a massive resume building opportunity — two things to know and predictions (18:20). Nevada baseball season preview — two things to know, biggest concerns, season will be successful if… and predictions (31:08). For slants, the Shoup brothers weigh the significance of a top three seed in the Mountain West conference tourney (48:50), and determine whether Jarod Lucas or Kenan Blackshear has a better shot at Mountain West POY (56:15).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    234: Nevada vs Air Force Preview, Pack's tourney hopes after SDSU win, Time to believe?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2023 61:04


    Pack hoops tripped up at UNLV (7:02) and rebounded in a big way Tuesday night vs San Diego State (14:06). Nevada aims to avoid a letdown Friday night when Air Force comes to Lawlor — two things to know and predictions (31:00). For slants, the Shoup brothers determine who was the MVP of the win over San Diego State (40:45) and share if they now believe in this team (47:40).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    233: Nevada at UNLV preview, Wild 2OT win over New Mexico, Weekend bets

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2023 50:01


    Pack hoops pulled out a crazy 2OT win over New Mexico Monday night (4:58). Nevada goes on the road Saturday to play a reeling UNLV team — two things to know and predictions (18:03). For slants, the Shoup brothers determine if Nevada won or New Mexico lost (28:03), consider if the Mountain West will replace San Diego State (33:58), and give Championship Sunday weekend bets (39:46).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    232: Nevada vs Utah State preview, Pack handled at Viejas, Wildcard Weekend bets

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2023 68:43


    Pack hoops fell hard at Viejas, again (6:03). Nevada returns to Lawlor Friday night for another big matchup with Utah State — two things to know and predictions (18:40). For slants, the Shoup brothers analyze Trey Pettigrew and Daniel Foster's minutes (28:50), determine what Pack can do this month to woo Nathan (32:12), and give NFL Wildcard weekend bets (41:26).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    231: Pack hoops at San Jose State preview, Hymes out for year, Weekend bets

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2023 57:13


    Pack hoops stared 2-0 in Mountain West play before Wednesday's meeting with Colorado State (7:24). Nevada continues Mountain West play Saturday at San Jose State (14:12). For slants, the Shoup brothers put K.J. Hymes' season-ending injury in perspective (23:24), determine if Shane Illingworth will leave after former Colorado QB Brendan Lewis announced his transfer to Nevada (36:20), consider why Pack hoops didn't get more national TV love (38:32), and give weekend bets (39:57).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    230: Grading Pack hoops non-conference start, How many Mountain West tourney teams? Christmas weekend bets

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2022 60:34


    Pack hoops handled Norfolk State, 78-66, Wednesday afternoon to finish non-conference 10-3 (9:43). For slants, the Shoup brothers grade Nevada's non-conference start (22:29), judge whether the Mountain West could finish with three NCAA Tournament teams (25:49), go over/under on 12 conference wins for Nevada (31:03), and give Christmas weekend bets (42:13).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    229: Pack hoops handled at Oregon, Nevada football transfers, Weekend bets

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2022 36:58


    Pack hoops was routed at Oregon (4:11). For slants, the Shoup brothers consider whether a healthy KJ Hymes would start over Will Baker (12:27), look at Nevada football's wins in the transfer portal (15:40), weigh whether Steve Alford's lack of depth in the front court is concerning (21:55), and give weekend bets (22:27).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    228: Nevada at Oregon preview, Did UNLV upgrade? Weekend bets

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2022 65:39


    Pack hoops laid its first egg of the year at Loyola Marymount, and rebounded at Pepperdine (7:10). Nevada faces a major test Saturday evening at Oregon — two things to know and predictions (13:37). For slants, the Shoup brothers consider if Barry Odom is an upgrade over Marcus Arroyo at UNLV (22:45), look ahead to 2023-24 for Pack hoops (34:23), and give weekend bets (45:28).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    227: Nevada at Loyola Marymount preview, Pack football season review, Weekend bets

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2022 60:03


    Nevada football ended the year in appropriately disappointing fashion vs UNLV (6:50) and season letter grades (11:52). Pack hoops moved to 7-1 with Monday's 78-60 win over Sam Houston (19:59). Nevada continues non-conference play Saturday at Loyola Marymount — two things to know and predictions (28:40). For slants, the Shoup brothers react to play calling at the goal line vs UNLV (34:05), share how far they think Pack hoops will go (42:24), and give weekend bets (44:38).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    226: Nevada at UNLV preview, Pack hoops vs Sam Houston preview, Weekend bets

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2022 53:39


    Pack hoops went 2-1 at Cayman Island Classic (4:47). Nevada football was no match for Fresno (11:24). Ken Wilson and company wrap up the season this Saturday at UNLV — two things to know, keys to a win, biggest concerns, and predictions (16:09). Pack hoops hosts Sam Houston Monday night (27:42). For slants, the Shoup brothers consider who's been the biggest surprise on the Pack hoops roster (32:36), what Ken Wilson must do for long-term success in Reno (37:30), and give Thanksgiving weekend bets (40:56).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    225: Nevada vs Fresno preview, Pack hoops at UT Arlington preview, Weekend bets

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2022 47:59


    Pack hoops throttled Grand Canyon and William Jessup (3:48). Nevada football fell hard to Boise (6:30). Ken Wilson and company wrap up the home slate this Saturday vs Fresno — two things to know, keys to a win, biggest concerns, and predictions (9:43). Pack hoops goes to UT Arlington Friday night (17:00). For slants, the Shoup brothers determine what needs to happen to believe Pack hoops is for real (21:52), share if it's time to raise expectations in Steve Alford's fourth year (29:09), and give weekend bets (34:14).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    224: Pack hoops 2022-23 season preview, Nevada vs Boise preview, Weekend bets

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2022 41:03


    Pack hoops opened the season Monday night with an 84-71 win over Utah Tech (4:07). Nevada basketball season preview (7:19). Nevada football returns to action Saturday with Boise rolling into Mackay — two things to know, keys to a win, biggest concerns, and predictions (17:15). For slants, the Shoup brothers determine the appropriate level of enthusiasm after the Pack hoops opener (23:57), rank the three biggest highlights of 2022 Nevada athletics (29:21), and give weekend bets (33:20).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    223: Nevada earns moral victory at San Jose State, Pack hoops point guard problem, Weekend bets

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2022 69:29


    Nevada hung around on the road at San Jose State, before falling 35-28 going into the bye week (8:03). For slants, the Shoup brothers look at Pack hoops point guard situation with Hunter McIntosh to miss 3-4 months (27:58), guess whether Daniel Foster or freshman Trey Pettigrew will have the better season (37:54), share the three largest Pack football positives in 2022 (42:29), and give weekend bets (46:57).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    222: Nevada at San Jose State preview, Illingworth to-do list, Weekend bets

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2022 68:58


    The Pack's losing streak reached six with Saturday's 23-7 loss to San Diego State (6:34). Nevada hits the road this weekend, traveling over the mountain to San Jose State — two things to know, keys to a Pack win, biggest concerns, and predictions (15:30). For slants, the Shoup brothers consider whether Carson Strong will get another NFL look (30:31), determine what Shane Illingworth needs to show (37:31), look an early look at Ken Wilson's first full recruiting class (44:32), and give weekend bets (48:40).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    221: Nevada vs San Diego State preview, Worst Pack Div. I team ever? Weekend bets

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2022 47:26


    The Pack's painful season continued with Saturday's 31-16 loss at Hawaii (3:56). Nevada returns to Mackay Stadium this weekend, hosting San Diego State — two things to know, keys to a Pack win, biggest concerns, and predictions (14:59). For slants, the Shoup brothers share where SDSU is most vulnerable (27:55), determine if it's fair to question Ken Wilson's potential (30:29), and give weekend bets (36:44).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    220: Nevada at Hawaii preview, Pack worst team in Mountain West? Weekend bets

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2022 69:41


    Nevada played particularly poorly in Jay Norvell's return to Mackay Stadium, falling 17-14 to the previously winless Colorado State (3:05). Nevada goes back on the road this weekend, to Hawaii— two things to know, keys to a Pack win, biggest concerns, and predictions (16:19). For slants, the Shoup brothers consider what is the offenses biggest problem (31:19), when Nevada will win its next home game (33:33), and give weekend bets (52:28).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    219: Nevada vs Colorado State preview, Pack's last game as a favorite? Weekend bets

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2022 54:55


    Jay Norvell returns to Mackay Stadium, Friday night — two things to know, keys to a Pack win, biggest concerns, and predictions (3:02). For slants, the Shoup brothers consider what the atmosphere will be like (28:28), debate if Nevada will be favored again this year (29:42), give weekend bets (37:47), and celebrate their Mariners return to the postseason (49:06).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    218: Nevada smacked at Air Force, Season-long QB rotation? Weekend bets

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2022 60:12


    Nevada was no match for Air Force in Friday's Mountain West opener ahead of the bye week (3:29). For slants, the Shoup brothers contextualize the Mountain West's struggles (33:25), weigh whether QB rotation is harming offensive line (37:02), determine if Pack football reality aligned with their preseason exceptions (42:19), and give Weekend Bets (44:50).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    217: Nevada vs Texas State preview, Cox or Illingworth Saturday? Weekend bets

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2022 68:07


    Nevada opened the year with a 23-12 win at New Mexico State (3:26). The Pack plays its home opener this Saturday afternoon vs Texas State— two things to know, keys to a Pack win, biggest concerns, and predictions (10:02). For slants, the Shoup brothers react to the Aces horrific series in Sacramento (23:17), debate if Nate Cox or Shane Illingworth played better last weekend (34:13), analyze the Pack hoops schedule (39:07), give Weekend Bets ahead of week one (51:14), and prepare for Nathan's bachelor party weekend in Tahoe (1:02:23).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    216: Nevada at New Mexico State preview, Cox or Illingworth to start? Bets of the weekend

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2022 60:28


    The Ken Wilson era starts Saturday at New Mexico State — two things to know, keys to a Pack win, biggest concerns, and predictions (5:45). For slants, the Shoup brothers react to the Aces maintaining an eight-game division lead over Las Vegas (14:45), share who they think will start at QB (24:28), outline 2022 moral victories (27:03), give this year's first bets of the weekend (43:27), and celebrate Mackay's new turf (58:03).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    215: Nevada football 2022 season preview, Game-by-game predictions, Bowl a realistic goal?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2022 92:52


    This is the fourth annual Nevada football season preview episode. What are the three biggest storylines heading into the year (9:16)? What are biggest likes/dislikes for the offense (21:18), defense (26:39), and special teams (30:26)? Game-by-game predictions (33:06). Ken Wilson's first season will be successful if (1:04:25)? For slants, the Shoup brothers preview the Aces home series vs Salt Lake (1:08:24), discuss the nuance with some Nevada coaching raises (1:16:51), and debate if Nevada will go over 4.5 wins (1:24:07).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    214: Romeo to win OROY? Aces Report No. 16, Alford's OOC scheduling

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2022 59:08


    The Reno Aces are opening up their division lead after sweeping all six games in Vegas (12:29), and are at Albuquerque this week (17:26). For slants, the Shoup brothers ponder Romeo Doubs' Offensive Rookie of the Year odds in Green Bay (25:07), consider if Steve Alford should get a pass for OOC scheduling given how last year's schedule worked out (37:17), and rank all 12 Mountain West football teams (44:23).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    213: Padres relief pitcher/Reno product Ray Kerr, Forgive Jay Norvell? Nevada's new helmets

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2022 77:29


    Time to forgive Jay Norvell after he commented on his Nevada tenure during Mountain West Media Days (6:40)? The Reno Aces took five of six at Sugar Land (9:59), and host El Paso this weekend to start the second half (15:13). San Diego Padres relief pitcher, and Hug High grad, Ray Kerr joins the show (20:13). For slants, the Shoup brothers weigh the Pac-12's options (39:35), grade Nevada's new helmets (45:37), and wish the Night in the Country crowd well (1:01:54).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    212: Does Reno care about celebrity golf tourney? Aces Report No. 14, 2022-23 Pack titles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 54:09


    Does Reno care about the celebrity golf tournament at Edgewood (9:35)? The Reno Aces managed to save a split with last-place Tacoma (15:55), and are at PCL-East's last-place Sugar Land Space Cowboys this week (20:27). For slants, the Shoup brothers get too excited about the Mariners (27:07), recall times they've been “asked to leave” (31:25), and predict the number of Pack conference titles in 2022-23 (41:39).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    211: Jake McKinley named next Nevada baseball coach, Mountain West realignment hypotheticals, Aces Report No. 13

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2022 75:58


    Jake McKinley was named the new Nevada baseball coach (9:50). The Reno Aces split their series against last-place Sacramento (23:32), and host Tacoma this week (26:45). For slants, the Shoup brothers field numerous questions about Mountain West/Pac-12 realignment scenarios and their likelihood (31:42), argue over who's wedding attire will be the most inconvenient (1:04:14), and the biggest fish ever caught at Tahoe (1:13:42). To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    210: Former Nevada head baseball coach TJ Bruce, Impact of Bruce's departure, Aces Report No. 12

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 77:28


    Nevada baseball coach TJ Bruce has accepted the associate head coach position at TCU (3:30). Bruce joins the show to talk about the decision, on reflect on his seven years in Reno (12:47). The Reno Aces split their series at Salt Lake (50:20), and have six vs Sacramento this week (52:42). For slants, the Shoup brothers debate if new AD Stephanie Rempe will start early to hire Bruce's replacement (58:13), list their over/under for Pack football wins in 2022 (59:15), and share Fourth of July weekend plans (1:09:49).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    209: Rempe named Knuth's successor, Aces Report No. 11, Nevada at LSU inevitable?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2022 63:43


    Stephanie Rempe was introduced as Nevada's next athletic director (10:15). The Reno Aces dropped four of six vs OKC (24:17), and are at Salt Lake this week (27:15). For slants, the Shoup brothers debate if a buy game at LSU is now inevitable (39:36), share their two pieces of advice for Rempe (45:57), and lament over old man injuries (50:59).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    208: Aces Report No. 10, Telling series vs OKC? Ideal Pack athletes at Edgewood

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2022 61:07


    The Reno Aces took four of six at Sacramento (13:11), and host first-place OKC this week at Greater Nevada Field (16:42). For slants, the Shoup brothers debate which former Pack athlete they'd like to see at Edgewood in the celebrity golf tourney (24:52), consider if Nevada will train athletes at Tahoe in the offseason (28:36), and countdown returns (48:28).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    207: Nate Cox DUI, Aces Report No. 9, Attorney NIL deals

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 55:23


    The Reno Aces salvaged a six-game split with last-place Tacoma, and are at struggling Sacramento this week (8:35). Nate Cox, Nevada's potential week one starting quarterback, was arrested for a DUI early Sunday morning (19:59). For slants, the Shoup brothers debate whether attorneys will start paying student athlete DUI's as part of NIL deals (29:34), discuss Nathan's golf game vs Adam's home projects (32:08), and look ahead to this weekend's Super Regionals (41:14).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    206: Nevada baseball season grades, Aces Report No. 8, NBA/NHL predictions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2022 81:42


    Nevada went 1-2 in the Mountain West conference tournament, effectively finishing third (4:05). The Pack ended the year 29-26 — letter grades are given (15:58). Aces Report - Reno took four of six at OKC, and hosts Tacoma this week (29:22). For slants, the Shoup brothers talk hockey and give Stanley Cup predictions (47:47), list their top three comedy movies (54:48), and share their NBA Finals predictions (1:03:35).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    205: Mountain West Conference baseball tourney preview, No more football divisions, Aces Report No. 7

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2022 60:13


    Nevada dropped two of three vs Fresno to conclude regular season (3:42). The Pack enters this weekend's Mountain West Conference tourney as the 2 seed and will open with SJSU — two things to know and predictions for the weekend (9:49). Aces Report - Reno took four of six from formerly first place Vegas, and goes to Oklahoma City this week (26:20). For slants, the Shoup brothers discuss in the future of Nevada-UNLV football with the Mountain West removing football divisions in 2023 (35:25), guess Nevada athletic's deficit for the fiscal year (40:41), and share Memorial Day Weekend plans (51:46).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    204: Nevada vs Fresno State baseball preview, Pack's title scenarios, Nevada's 2021-22 year as a Four Loko

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2022 47:38


    Nevada took two of three at SDSU (3:00). The Pack wraps up the regular season this weekend, with regular season title hopes still alive, vs Fresno — two things to know and predictions (9:32). Aces Report - Reno took four of six at last-place Tacoma, and hosts Vegas this week (19:52). For slants, the Shoup brothers discuss if Steve Alford will ever come on the pod (29:32), consider if silver helmets are gone for good with Ken Wilson bringing blue lids back (30:31), give Nevada's 2021-22 a representative Four Loko flavor (31:22).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    203: Nevada at San Diego State baseball preview, Jarod Lucas picks Pack, Baseball title hopes

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 50:50


    Nevada took two of three vs New Mexico (6:06). The guys go back on the road this weekend, with regular season title hopes still alive, at SDSU — two things to know and predictions (14:26). Aces Report - Reno dropped its second-straight series, vs Round Rock, and goes to last-place Tacoma this week (22:29). For slants, the Shoup brothers react to the Jarod Lucas commitment and outline biggest remaining needs for the 2022-23 roster (31:31), name potential pro's on the Pack baseball roster (34:39), and consider whether Steve Alford would walk if failing to make the tournament over the next three years (41:24).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    202: Nevada vs New Mexico preview, Hunter McIntosh, Aces arms struggling

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2022 71:23


    Nevada dropped three of four at Arizona (9:50). The guys return to Peccole this weekend, with New Mexico rolling into town — two things to know and predictions (17:19). Aces Report - Reno drops first series of the year, hosts Round Rock this week (31:12). For slants, the Shoup brothers react to Elon transfer Hunter McIntosh transferring to Nevada (39:36), lay out Ken Wilson's turnaround timeline (48:19), and look at Carson Strong's chances of making the Eagles roster (1:01:20).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    201: Nevada at Arizona preview, Pack running out of games, Are Vegas pro sports helping/hurting UNLV?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2022 55:06


    Nevada dropped two of three at SJSU and now needs help (4:36). The guys stay on the road this weekend, playing four non-conference games at Arizona — two things to know and predictions (10:39). Aces Report - Reno takes four of six from Salt Lake, at El Paso this week (17:19). For slants, the Shoup brothers guess who will get signed as UDFA's beyond Carson, Cole and Romeo in this weekend's NFL Draft (25:56), determine whether pro sports are helping or hurting UNLV (27:59), and weigh in on bars vs clubs (42:45).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    200: Knuth is out, Nevada at San Jose State preview, Reflecting on 200 episodes

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 89:55


    Doug Knuth is out as Nevada's Athletic Director (4:28). Nevada took three of four from Air Force (19:46). The guys go back on the road this weekend, playing three at San Jose State — two things to know and predictions (30:01). Aces Report - Reno splits with Sacramento, hosts Salt Lake (36:28). Adam and Nathan reflect on 200 episodes (42:56). For slants, the Shoup brothers question the Mountain West Network (57:47), acknowledge Dayton slander (59:05), and wonder why the Pack is playing Arizona next week (1:08:28).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    199: Nevada vs Air Force preview, Pack ready to make push? Aces Report

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2022 72:30


    Nevada took two of three at first-place UNLV last weekend (3:22). The guys return to Peccole this weekend, playing four vs Air Force — two things to know and predictions (14:24). The first Aces Report of the season (27:00). For slants, the Shoup brothers share if it's time to be concerned about the lack of Pack hoops news (39:43), pump up new Nevada football commit QB Jax Leatherwood (51:43), and Nathan hypothesizes why Reno doesn't care about the Sacramento Kings (57:59).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

    198: Nevada at UNLV preview, Move on from Alford if money is there? Expectations for Tiger in Masters return

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2022 65:45


    Nevada took two of three from SDSU at Peccole last weekend (5:07). The guys go back on the road this weekend, playing three at first-place UNLV — two things to know and predictions (20:20). For slants, the Shoup brothers debate if Doug Knuth would move on from Steve Alford if anonymous donor would pay buyout (28:07), share if they think the Pack will make an Elite Eight in their lifetime (37:56), Nathan gets unreasonably excited about the Mariners again (46:33), and determine what would count as a successful weekend for Tiger at Augusta (55:58).  To stay current everything on The Reno Slant, follow the brothers on Twitter and Instagram, and online at TheRenoSlant.com.

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