WAC Hoops Digest

Another week and another episode focusing on the wild 2020-21 season for the New Mexico State Aggies. First WAC games came at GCU…then the splits happened following that two-game sweep against the Lopes. Win one, lose one. Until late February when things changed and the Aggies made it known they were back…somewhat. Tennessee Owens and Bryce Rewalt joined the podcast to talk about all that went on between January and into early March. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at www.wachoopsnation.com/subscribe

2020-21 will go down as perhaps the wildest college basketball season ever. At least for the New Mexico State Aggies. From not being able to fully practice, to having to live in Phoenix for over two months, to a bevy of cancelled games and more. The Covid season was wild for the Aggies. And a former member of the 2020-21 squad is here to talk all about it. Part 1 goes through the decisions made, the emotions after a 19-game win streak was cut short due to Covid and much more. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome to March, everyone! It is a new episode of the Straight Outta WAC podcast where Derryl and Kyle talk women's hoops, the race for 8, share a special tribute that Seattle U men's basketball put out today and much more. Make sure you hit that like and subscribe button. #WAChoops #WAC #collegebasketball #wacvegas Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we take a look at the resume seeding system, talk about the WAC Vegas bracket as well as talk with GCU women's basketball head coach Molly Miller about her team, and about the big game on Saturday in Riverside. Basketball Composition Notebook: https://amzn.to/3SZMw9m Use WACHOOPSNATION to get $20 off your first order of $50 or more on SeatGeek. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

It is the Valentine's Day episode of the Straight Outta WAC podcast. Hope everyone has a good day. Tarleton needs a win at UT Arlington on Thursday to punch its ticket to WAC Vegas.And we chat with the Voice of the Lancers, Braiden Bell about the week ahead. Basketball Composition Notebook: https://amzn.to/3SZMw9m Use WACHOOPSNATION to get $20 off your first order of $50 or more on SeatGeek. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

On this episode of the Straight Outta WAC podcast, Kyle goes on a rant regarding an article that came out about potential changes to the NCAA Tournament and some greed within the Power 4 Conferences. Also, we answer your questions that you sent us on Tuesday morning. Make sure you hit that like button and subscribe to WAC Hoops Nation. Also, get your All Session tickets for WAC Vegas by clicking on the image below. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

Thanks for listening to the Straight Outta WAC podcast. Make sure you hit that like and subscribe button. WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.This episode features the announcement that 2024 WAC Tournament All Session tickets are now on sale. Link: https://orleans.boydgaming.com/entertain/entertainment-calendar/2024-march-western-athletic-conference Also, a look at the resume seeding system as we talk about the trio of teams who have already clinched a spot at #WACVegas and a little tidbit about Coach of the Year candidates. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, I share some quick thoughts on the matchups taking place around the WAC including a revenge game in Phoenix.WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

There were a lot of questions in the mailbag this weekend. Questions about GCU were prevalent. Another question about officiating was prevalent. Postseason Award watch and much much more.Share your comments after giving it a listen.WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

Derryl and I break down the first half of the 2023-24 season, WAC play resumes, some thoughts on the seeding system and mailbag questions. #WAChoops #Basketball #StraightOuttaWAC Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

A new episode of Straight Outta WAC Live as we take a look at the Seattle U men's game from Wednesday night plus some other things going on around the WAC and in college basketball.WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

Another WAC Wednesday has come and gone as CBU stayed perfect, the UTRGV men got their first Division I win, Breaunna Gillen became Utah Tech's all-time leading scorer and there is a surprise 2-0 team in WAC play. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

It's a big night for WAC Hoops as four men's games are on the slate featuring a Quad I and Quad II opportunity and two in-state games. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

It's another week of the 2023-24 college basketball season and the first NET rankings are out. We also recap a busy and wild weekend. The GCU men's basketball team has a big week ahead and Jakorie Smith is electric. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, Derryl and Kyle recap the WAC openers that had some big performances and some surprise finishes including a wild one in East Texas. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

WAC Openers are upon us so it is time to take a look at these early season WAC matchups. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

On this episode, we break down the lines for Seattle U as they host Prairie View as a double digit favorite. Utah Tech opens the season on the road at Santa Clara of the West Coast Conference. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

It was a wild Opening Night of the 2023-24 season with buzzer beaters, first year head coaches getting wins, upset road wins, and some heartbreak. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

The 2023-24 season is just three days away so it is time to reveal our preseason awards. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

It is throwback Thursday and we are four days away from tip off of the 2023-24 season. There has been a lot going on from a vote by the NCAA on the NIT, to exhibition games and overreactions to outcomes, plus some thoughts on opening night for WAC teams. Get your Texas Rangers World Series gear here: https://mlbshop.ue7a.net/c/3592578/1856959/9676 Get your WAC Hoops Nation gear here: https://wac-hoops-nation.myspreadshop.com/ Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

The Trailblazers were picked to finish 11th in the preseason poll and Jon Judkins is excited to show the WAC they were wrong. Lots of new faces and a lot of youth are in St. George in the final transition year for Utah Tech. WAC Freshman of the Year candidate Aric Demings and some JUCO and Division I transfers will look to shock the world. Follow WAC Hoops Nation on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WACHoopsNation Twitter - https://twitter.com/WACHoopsNation Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wachoopsnation Image courtesy Western Athletic Conference. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

First year head coach KT Turned jumped on the podcast today to talk about the UT Arlington men's basketball team. Turner takes over for a squad that struggled in their return to the WAC. However, Turner has a win now mentality and believes his players have bought in. Follow WAC Hoops Nation on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WACHoopsNation Twitter - https://twitter.com/WACHoopsNation Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wachoopsnation Image courtesy UT Mavericks. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

The UVU women's basketball team had quite the year in 2022-23. Injuries, a late, unexpected transfer and just overall struggle kept the Wolverines in the lower half of the WAC. Now, Dan Nielson has a squad with experience and more athleticism in quite some time. Nielson jumps on to talk about the Wolverines. Follow WAC Hoops Nation on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WACHoopsNation Twitter - https://twitter.com/WACHoopsNation Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wachoopsnation Image courtesy Western Athletic Conference Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

The Vaqueros have four starters back, size, and a lot more athleticism in 2023-24. Add in all the growth going on in Edinburg and South Texas and you can see where the excitement comes from. Follow WAC Hoops Nation on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WACHoopsNation Twitter - https://twitter.com/WACHoopsNation Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wachoopsnation Image courtesy Western Athletic Conference. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

ACU head coach Brette Tanner jumped on the podcast to talk ACU hoops, Morgan Wallen, practice playlist and more. Follow WAC Hoops Nation on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WACHoopsNation Twitter - https://twitter.com/WACHoopsNation Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wachoopsnation Image courtesy Western Athletic Conference. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

First-year head coach Skyler Young joined the podcast to talk about living in Seattle, playing style, and more. Follow WAC Hoops Nation on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WACHoopsNation Twitter - https://twitter.com/WACHoopsNation Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wachoopsnation Image courtesy Seattle U Athletics. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

UTRGV men's basketball head coach Matt Figger jumped on the podcast to talk about the Vaqueros, the size, crazy February conference schedule, and more. Follow WAC Hoops Nation on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WACHoopsNation Twitter - https://twitter.com/WACHoopsNation Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wachoopsnation Image courtesy Western Athletic Conference. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

The former Purdue All-American and Hall of Famer Shereka Wright jumped on the podcast on her birthday to talk about the Lady Mavs. Follow WAC Hoops Nation on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WACHoopsNation Twitter - https://twitter.com/WACHoopsNation Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wachoopsnation Image courtesy Western Athletic Conference. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

The Tarleton Texans are in their final year of the transition period to Division I. Billy Gillispie is excited for the future, the new event center, and more as the Texans gear up for another challenging non-conference slate and WAC schedule. Image courtesy Western Athletic Conference. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

ACU women's basketball head coach Julie Goodenough joins the Straight Outta WAC podcast to talk about women's sports, Madi Miller, and a roster led by Addison 'Big Country' Martin. Follow WAC Hoops Nation on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WACHoopsNation Twitter - https://twitter.com/WACHoopsNation Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wachoopsnation Image courtesy Western Athletic Conference. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

The SFA head coach took time out of his vacation week to hop on the podcast to talk about the Jacks, a hot dog competition, and more. Follow WAC Hoops Nation on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WACHoopsNation Twitter - https://twitter.com/WACHoopsNation Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wachoopsnation Image courtesy Western Athletic Conference. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

Utah Tech is motivated in 2023-24 with four starters returning, two key players returning from injury and some size with the newcomers. Head coach JD Gustin is excited for his group. Follow WAC Hoops Nation on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WACHoopsNation Twitter - https://twitter.com/WACHoopsNation Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wachoopsnation Image courtesy Western Athletic Conference. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

GCU women's basketball head coach Molly Miller joins the podcast to preview the Lopes, the depth and experience on the roster, and getting over that hump to get to the NCAA Tournament. Follow WAC Hoops Nation on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WACHoopsNation Twitter - https://twitter.com/WACHoopsNation Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wachoopsnation Image courtesy Western Athletic Conference. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

It is another season and it is highly likely the defending WAC tournament champs will be the preseason favorite. Head coach Bryce Drew embraces it as well as shares his thoughts on his core guys, the return of Jovan Blacksher Jr., and more. Follow WAC Hoops Nation on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WACHoopsNation Twitter - https://twitter.com/WACHoopsNation Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wachoopsnation Image courtesy Western Athletic Conference. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

The 2023 WAC Tournament MVP, Ray Harrison, jumped on the podcast on WAC Wednesday to talk about the Lopes, returning for another year, the NBA draft waters and more. Follow WAC Hoops Nation on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WACHoopsNation Twitter - https://twitter.com/WACHoopsNation Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wachoopsnation Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

First year SFA women's basketball head coach Leonard Bishop jumps on the podcast on a hot day in Nacogdoches. Bishop took over for Mark Kellogg in April and has hit the ground running. Follow WAC Hoops Nation on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WACHoopsNation Twitter - https://twitter.com/WACHoopsNation Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wachoopsnation Image courtesy SFA Athletics. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

First year head coach Rob Jeter joins the podcast to talk about Cedar City, mountain biking, schedule news, and more. Follow WAC Hoops Digest on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WACHoopsNation Twitter - https://twitter.com/WACHoopsNation Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wachoopsnation Image courtesy SUU Athletics. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

Spencer and Kyle end the week on a high note with another episode of the Straight Outta WAC podcast. The duo talk about the vote on limiting non-DI games, WAC seeding system, scheduling and more. Follow WAC Hoops Digest on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WACHoopsNation Twitter - https://twitter.com/WACHoopsNation Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wachoopsnation Image courtesy Western Athletic Conference. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

Southern Utah women's basketball head coach Tracy Sanders jumped on the podcast. Sanders talked about her relationship with her daughter, Sam, what she loves about Cedar City, signing an extension, and more including a non-conference scheduling teaser. Follow WAC Hoops Digest on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WACHoopsNation Twitter - https://twitter.com/WACHoopsNationInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/wachoopsnation Image courtesy Western Athletic Conference. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

First-year Utah Valley head coach Todd Phillips jumped on the podcast today to chat about the Wolverines, some schedule updates, growth with some young guys, and challenges of building a whole new roster. Follow WAC Hoops Digest on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WACHoopsDigest Twitter - https://twitter.com/WACHoopsDigest Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wachoopsdigest Image courtesy UVU Athletics. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

Southern Utah guard Tomekia Whitman jumped on the podcast to talk about SUU hoops, the shot heard round the world, winning a title, and so much more. Check out the newest episode of arguably the leader of the defending champs. Follow WAC Hoops Digest on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WACHoopsDigest Twitter - https://twitter.com/WACHoopsDigest Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wachoopsdigest Image courtesy Western Athletic Conference. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

WAC associate commissioner Drew Speraw jumped on the podcast to chat with Kyle and Derryl regarding WAC hoops, schedules, seeding system and more. Follow WAC Hoops Digest on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WACHoopsDigest Twitter - https://twitter.com/WACHoopsDigest Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wachoopsdigest Image courtesy Western Athletic Conference. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

Trailblazer Super Fan Dallas Clifford jumps on the podcast to talk Utah Tech hoops, Blazer Nation Network and more. Make sure you follow Blazer Nation Network on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlazerNationNet Follow WAC Hoops Digest on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WACHoopsDigest Twitter - https://twitter.com/WACHoopsDigest Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wachoopsdigest Image courtesy Western Athletic Conference. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

June 17, 2023 brings us a new episode of the Straight Outta WAC podcast where we visit with two of SFA men's basketball biggest fans. Jaclyn and Alex run the PartinMeAlex podcast where they preview and recap all of the SFA men's basketball games. Check out their new store: https://partin-me-alex.myspreadshop.com/ And check out their most recent podcast episode with SFA head coach Kyle Keller:Follow WAC Hoops Digest on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WACHoopsDigest Twitter - https://twitter.com/WACHoopsDigest Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wachoopsdigest Image courtesy Western Athletic Conference. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

Chelsea and Derryl are back to talk about women's basketball in the Western Athletic Conference. In this first episode of the 2023-24 season, the dynamic duo talk about the transfer portal, some way-too-early rankings and more. Image courtesy Western Athletic Conference. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

Michael Sudhalter spoke with Tarleton Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics Lonn Reisman on the newest episode of the Straight Outta WAC podcast. Reisman is in his 29th year as the athletic director at Tarleton. Reisman was also the head men's basketball coach at Tarleton for over 30 years. Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

Alex and Jacks go over the entire season and give out our own awards! Then we discuss WACVegas Tourney and all our fun experiences! We want to thank EVERYONE who has supported us over the last 5 seasons of doing this. We don't get paid. We still have full & 2 part-time jobs each that we have to contend with during the season. We don't have unlimited funds to travel and buy tickets to every sport nor are we retired with nothing to do but attend games. WE ARE TIRED by the end of the season. We support every sport and team. We COVER the men's basketball team. That is all we have time for. That is all we have room for in our schedules. But we do this out of love for basketball & the coaches but especially the players. We do this because we want to and we can't wait for next season already! We will have a few more episodes during the off-season as per usual and one about March Madness as a whole. But until then...#AxeEm--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/partinmealex/message Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

Last two games of the year vs the two top teams in the WAC. Rough ending but we are proud of our team! #AxeEm --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/partinmealex/message Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

Kyle and Matt discuss SFA men's basketball as the Jacks have a big week in front of them. The Battle of the Piney Woods and a trip to Orem to take on Utah Valley. Opportunities aplenty for the Jacks. Image courtesy Natalie Wright/SFA Athletics Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

Sunday Funday at its finest! Tailgating, hosting our Hoco Auction Winner, Richard Boyer who will be joining us on this episode, and of course watching the Jacks literally AXE CBU right out of Nacogdoches.Get ready...here we go! #AxeEm--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/partinmealex/message Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe

Jacks traveled to Abilene for the last time this season to take on the Wildcats. AN ABSOLUTE BARNBURNER OF A GAME.Did we hit the record for reviews during this game? It felt like it.Let's discuss this wild double OT game.#AxeEm--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/partinmealex/message Get full access to WAC Hoops Nation Newsletter at wachoopsnation.substack.com/subscribe