Podcast appearances and mentions of Kevin Young

Mark Wunderlich joins Kevin Young to read and discuss “My Great-Grandmother's Bible,” by Spencer Reece, and his own poem “The Bats.” Wunderlich is the author of five books of poems, including “The Anchorage,” which received the Lambda Literary Award; “The Earth Avails,” which won the Rilke Prize; and “God of Nothingness,” which was published in 2021. His new book, “MATEY,” is forthcoming from Graywolf Press. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Greg and Dan talk with Kevin Young, Manager of Electric Training at Ameren Illinois, about the dangers lineworkers can face while restoring power following severe storms, particularly when customers use portable generators. He explains how an improperly connected generator can cause backfeeding, sending dangerous voltage back onto power lines that crews may believe are de-energized and creating a potentially deadly situation. He also discusses generator safety, electrical voltage, the challenges crews have faced during recent storms, and what customers should know to protect themselves, their neighbors, and utility workers during an outage. For more information or assistance, contact Ameren Illinois at 1-800-755-5000.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As BYU football opens fall camp this week, KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper breaks down the expectations for first-year defensive coordinator Kelly Poppinga. With Jay Hill now at Michigan, "K-Pop" inherits a defense that ranked sixth nationally in returning production and helped BYU go 23-4 over the past two seasons. Poppinga discussed the influence of learning the defense under Hill and the experiences that have prepared him for this moment — 18 years of coaching that trace all the way back to a defensive internship under Bronco Mendenhall. Mitch dives into what that means for BYU in 2026, how much continuity BYU fans should expect, and where Poppinga plans to add his own flavor with a talented and deep roster on that side of the ball. On the offensive side of the ball, Mitch dives into the wide receivers with Fesi Sitake. Who will emerge as WR1? The leaders, the young guys, Sitake gives insight into his room in a one-on-one conversation with Mitch. Also on today's episode, Mitch discusses BYU basketball, where the Cougars concluded summer practices. They also officially announced the signing of 6-foot-9 Polish center Jakub Urbaniak. The 23-year-old big man averaged 8.9 points and 5.7 rebounds across the EuroCup and PLK last season for Slask Wroclaw and brings FIBA national team experience with Poland. Head coach Kevin Young called Urbaniak a versatile player on both ends of the floor, praising his motor and competitiveness. With BYU still carrying two open roster spots, Mitch explores what Urbaniak's signing means for the Cougars' frontcourt and what Kevin Young may still have in the works before the 2026-27 season tips off. Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast to stay up-to-date with all the daily episodes. Cougar Tracks is on YouTube and X every weekday at Noon (MT), and KSL NewsRadio at 6:30 p.m. (MT). Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-tracks/id1146971609 YouTube Podcast: https://kslsports.com/category/podcast_results/?sid=2035&n=Cougar%20Tracks Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCF1KecDsE2rB1zMuHhUh Download the KSL Sports app Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bonneville.kslsports&hl=en_US  iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ksl-sports/id143593 Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and hosts the Cougar Tracks Podcast daily on KSL Sports YouTube and KSL NewsRadio (SUBSCRIBE). Harper also co-hosts Cougar Sports Saturday (12–3 p.m.) on KSL NewsRadio. Follow Mitch’s coverage of BYU athletics in the Big 12 Conference on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram: @Mitch_Harper. Want more coverage of BYU sports? Take us with you wherever you go. Download the new and improved KSL Sports app from Utah’s sports leader. Allows you to stream live radio and video, keeping you up-to-date on all your favorite teams.

Former Pirates slugger and current broadcaster Kevin Young joined the show. KY thinks that the biggest reason why Marcell Ozuna's stint with the Pirates didn't work out is because age is undefeated, and father time caught up to Ozuna. He also says that it felt like Ozuna didn't have a good feel for where the barrel of his bat was whenever he would swing. Kevin doesn't buy that Ozuna's lack of playing time contributed to his struggles, and mentions that Ozuna had a ton of opportunities early in the season to get into a groove, and he was very bad. Kevin says that it isn't surprising that Esmerlyn Valdez is going through a rough patch, as he is still very young.

Should the Pirates sign Andrew McCutchen to a cheap deal in an attempt to replace Ozuna and pick up a bat that can hit lefties? Mullsy does not think that this would be a good idea at all, to which Poni disagrees and thinks it is worth a shot. The Pirates cannot hit lefties this year at all, and they do not have any good options of right-handed bats in Triple A. Some of the available options on waivers for right-handed bats include Jorge Soler, Lane Thomas, or Joey Wiemer. Former Pirates slugger and current broadcaster Kevin Young joined the show. KY thinks that the biggest reason why Marcell Ozuna's stint with the Pirates didn't work out is because age is undefeated, and father time caught up to Ozuna. He also says that it felt like Ozuna didn't have a good feel for where the barrel of his bat was whenever he would swing. Kevin doesn't buy that Ozuna's lack of playing time contributed to his struggles, and mentions that Ozuna had a ton of opportunities early in the season to get into a groove, and he was very bad. Kevin says that it isn't surprising that Esmerlyn Valdez is going through a rough patch, as he is still very young. McCarthy Minute – What did Mike McCarthy say to the media today? McCarthy talked a lot about getting the young offensive linemen reps in camp. There has also been a lot of talk about Roman Wilson, and apparently the 3rd year receiver is running with the first team right now.

KMOX's Michael Calhoun is joined by Kevin Young, Manager of Electric Training and former lineman for Ameren to talk about generators and severe weather.

Richard Blanco joins Kevin Young to read and discuss “Questions of Travel,” by Elizabeth Bishop, and his own poem, “My Father in English.” Blanco is the author of two memoirs and four poetry collections, including “How to Love a Country” and “Homeland of My Body.” He is the recipient of several honors, including a National Humanities Medal, a Lambda Literary Award, a Paterson Poetry Prize, and a Thom Gunn Award for Gay Poetry. He was selected by President Barack Obama as the fifth inaugural poet in United States history, and was named as the first-ever American Academy of Poets education ambassador.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack break down BYU basketball's latest commitment, as the Cougars add 6-foot-9 Polish big man Jakub Urbaniak to their future frontcourt. They discuss what Urbaniak brings to Provo, how he fits into Kevin Young's roster, and what his commitment means for the program moving forward.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack break down BYU basketball's newly released 2026-27 non-conference schedule. From the marquee matchups to the potential pitfalls, they discuss what they like, what they're not so crazy about, and what the slate means for the Cougars heading into another season under Kevin Young.

Kevin Young's search for a center is finally over, or at least getting close to the finish line. BYU basketball has reportedly landed a commitment from 6-foot-9 Polish center Jakub Urbaniak, according to Jonathan Givony of DraftExpress. The 23-year-old played last season for Slask Wroclaw in Poland's top professional league, averaging 8.9 points and 5.7 rebounds in 24 minutes across the EuroCup and PLK, while also representing Poland's senior national team in FIBA World Cup Qualifying. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper breaks down how Urbaniak fills BYU's most glaring roster need heading into 2026-27, what his skillset brings to the table, and how many roster spots the Cougars still need to fill before the season tips off. Then, the conversation shifts to the gridiron. Harper identifies five BYU football players who are ready to take a jump and elevate their games in 2026. Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast to stay up-to-date with all the daily episodes. Cougar Tracks is on YouTube and X every weekday at Noon (MT), and KSL NewsRadio at 6:30 p.m. (MT). Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-tracks/id1146971609 YouTube Podcast: https://kslsports.com/category/podcast_results/?sid=2035&n=Cougar%20Tracks Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCF1KecDsE2rB1zMuHhUh Download the KSL Sports app Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bonneville.kslsports&hl=en_US  iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ksl-sports/id143593 Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and hosts the Cougar Tracks Podcast daily on KSL Sports YouTube and KSL NewsRadio (SUBSCRIBE). Harper also co-hosts Cougar Sports Saturday (12–3 p.m.) on KSL NewsRadio. Follow Mitch’s coverage of BYU athletics in the Big 12 Conference on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram: @Mitch_Harper. Want more coverage of BYU sports? Take us with you wherever you go. Download the new and improved KSL Sports app from Utah’s sports leader. Allows you to stream live radio and video, keeping you up-to-date on all your favorite teams.

BYU basketball has produced top-10 picks in each of the past two NBA drafts. The Cougars join Duke as the only programs to do that since Kevin Young was hired. Could Bruce Branch III be the next in the line to keep the streak alive?

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack deliver a packed Cougar Sports Saturday, reacting to AJ Dybantsa going No. 1 in the 2026 NBA Draft, the emerging rivalry with Darryn Peterson, and Richie Saunders heading to Memphis, while also breaking down BYU football’s recent recruiting misses, early 2027 commitments, and the Cougars’ strong placement in Phil Steele’s Top 40. They look ahead to year three under Kevin Young, discuss whether Bruce Branch III could extend BYU’s streak of top‑10 NBA picks, debate the NCAA’s proposed five‑year eligibility rule, draft their favorite BYU players for EA Sports College Football 27, analyze the game’s player ratings, and preview the biggest storylines entering Big 12 Media Days.

The first year under BYU basketball head coach Kevin Young saw the Cougars reach the Sweet 16. Last year, it was an early exit. What's next in year three? He gave a hint with national radio host Jim Rome.

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

Hour 3 of Scotty G. & The Coach with Scott Garrard and Tim LaComb. Mark Medina, Fox Sports Radio State of BYU Basketball following AJ Dybantsa and Richie Saunders being drafted World Cup Minute

The Pirates are 41-40 through 81 games – the first time they are above .500 halfway through the year since 2015. Can they make it to the playoffs? Poni was surprised Pomp gave the Pirates a C for their season, so he gave them a B- after 81 games. What will they look like through this next stretch? The schedule going into the All Star break is brutal. Is Brandon Lowe the Pirates MVP through the first half of the season? He's on-pace for 38 HR after the team acquired him in the offseason. For as great as he's been, it's hard to go against Bryan Reynolds and what he has done. He has Lowe topped in every category besides home runs. The Pirates haven't had 2 players with 100+ RBI in the same season since 1999 (Brian Giles and Kevin Young). Lowe and Reynolds are currently on-pace to do that. Manger's Minute – What did Don Kelly say to the media after the game? Today was his 100th win as Pirates manager.

Is Brandon Lowe the Pirates MVP through the first half of the season? He's on-pace for 38 HR after the team acquired him in the offseason. For as great as he's been, it's hard to go against Bryan Reynolds and what he has done. He has Lowe topped in every category besides home runs. The Pirates haven't had 2 players with 100+ RBI in the same season since 1999 (Brian Giles and Kevin Young). Lowe and Reynolds are currently on-pace to do that.

Richard Siken joins Kevin Young to read and discuss “I Catch Sight of the Now,” by Jorie Graham, and his own poem “Piano Lesson.” Siken is a poet and painter whose book “Crush” won the 2004 Yale Series of Younger Poets prize, a Lambda Literary Award, and a Thom Gunn Award. His other books are “War of the Foxes” and “I Do Know Some Things,” which was published last year and won a Thom Gunn Award. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Bryan Reynolds is having an incredible year and is on pace for 100 runs scored and 100 RBIs. Kevin Young had 100 RBIs and 10 runs in 1999.

The entirety of DJ & PK for June 22, 2026: HOUR ONE Lance Anderson, Utah Tech Football Rob Wright and Collin Chandler, BYU Basketball Kevin Young, BYU Men's Basketball Coach HOUR TWO What is Trending: NBA, NFL, CFB, MLB, World Cup, Golf, NHL Hot Takes or Toast: What does your gut tell you about NBA Draft? Jackson Hole tales with PK HOUR THREE Bob Casper, Real Golf Radio David Locke, Utah Jazz and SEG Media Who should the Utah Jazz take in the NBA Draft? HOUR FOUR Brian Dunseth, World Cup Analyst Slacker Radio Headlines Feedback of the Day

Hour one of DJ & PK for June 22, 2026: Lance Anderson, Utah Tech Football Rob Wright and Collin Chandler, BYU Basketball Kevin Young, BYU Men's Basketball Coach

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack break down Kevin Young’s comments on BYU’s summer plans and his perspective on the narrative surrounding last year’s team, including how those ideas shape this season’s roster‑building strategy.

As BYU basketball launches summer practices, Mitch Harper and Nate Slack break down what they’re seeing from the roster and examine the biggest insights from Kevin Young’s conversation with the media.

In this week's Cougar Sports Saturday, Mitch Harper and Nate Slack cover a packed day in BYU sports. They break down the dismissal of the Parker Kingston case, react to Brett McMurphy ranking Kalani Sitake as the Big 12’s top coach, and dive into the fallout from Brendan Sorsby’s departure from Texas Tech. The guys also recap a massive recruiting weekend for BYU football, preview the NBA Draft for AJ Dybantsa and Richie Saunders, and analyze Kevin Young’s early summer updates for BYU basketball. Plus, conversations with Jake Wahlin and freshman guard Brooks Bahr round out a loaded show.

New Yorker magazine poetry editor Kevin Young has called poetry "the most efficient mode of time travel." In his new volume of poems "Night Watch,” Young, a literary hyphenate who edits, writes and teaches, takes readers on a journey of loss and re-emergence. From his cycle of poems about a conjoined pair of twins born into slavery and kidnapped to a carnival freak show to his meditations on grief set to the phases of the moon, Young's spare and incisive language provides the reader passage through history and memory. On this Juneteenth holiday we listen back on our conversation with Young about his collection and what it means to be a poet today. Guests: Kevin Young, poet and author; Young's latest poetry collection is "Night Watch"; Young has been the poetry editor for the New Yorker since 2017 and from 2021 to 2025 served as the director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BYU basketball has summer practices rolling. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper shared some of his takeaways from head coach Kevin Young's commentary as he prepares for year three leading the program. Mitch caught up with new BYU forward Jake Wahlin, who transferred from Clemson to BYU. Before playing at Clemson, he was at Utah. Wahlin discussed his path to Provo and expectations for the upcoming season. Finally, BYU football summer school continues with a preview of the wide receiver unit. Who will emerge as wide receiver number one? Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast to stay up-to-date with all the daily episodes. Cougar Tracks is on YouTube and X every weekday at Noon (MT), and KSL NewsRadio at 6:30 p.m. (MT). Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-tracks/id1146971609 YouTube Podcast: https://kslsports.com/category/podcast_results/?sid=2035&n=Cougar%20Tracks Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCF1KecDsE2rB1zMuHhUh Download the KSL Sports app Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bonneville.kslsports&hl=en_US  iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ksl-sports/id143593 Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and hosts the Cougar Tracks Podcast daily on KSL Sports YouTube and KSL NewsRadio (SUBSCRIBE). Harper also co-hosts Cougar Sports Saturday (12–3 p.m.) on KSL NewsRadio. Follow Mitch’s coverage of BYU athletics in the Big 12 Conference on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram: @Mitch_Harper. Want more coverage of BYU sports? Take us with you wherever you go. Download the new and improved KSL Sports app from Utah’s sports leader. Allows you to stream live radio and video, keeping you up-to-date on all your favorite teams.

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

BYU basketball head coach Kevin Young spoke with the media following a summer practice at the Marriott Center Annex on June 16, 2026. Young is entering his third season as head coach of the BYU basketball program. Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast to stay up-to-date with all the daily episodes. Cougar Tracks is on YouTube and X every weekday at Noon (MT), and KSL NewsRadio at 6:30 p.m. (MT). Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-tracks/id1146971609 YouTube Podcast: https://kslsports.com/category/podcast_results/?sid=2035&n=Cougar%20Tracks Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCF1KecDsE2rB1zMuHhUh Download the KSL Sports app Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bonneville.kslsports&hl=en_US  iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ksl-sports/id143593 Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and hosts the Cougar Tracks Podcast daily on KSL Sports YouTube and KSL NewsRadio (SUBSCRIBE). Harper also co-hosts Cougar Sports Saturday (12–3 p.m.) on KSL NewsRadio. Follow Mitch’s coverage of BYU athletics in the Big 12 Conference on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram: @Mitch_Harper. Want more coverage of BYU sports? Take us with you wherever you go. Download the new and improved KSL Sports app from Utah’s sports leader. Allows you to stream live radio and video, keeping you up-to-date on all your favorite teams.

The Pirates' tandem of Jared Jones and Carmen Mlodzinski did not work last night, to say the least. Joe Block and Kevin Young went off on the Pirates' decision to waste Carmen Mlodzinski in a blowout loss last night. Poni thinks it is a very bad sign if guys employed by the Pirates are avidly disagreeing with the team's decision making.

The Pirates' tandem of Jared Jones and Carmen Mlodzinski did not work last night, to say the least. Joe Block and Kevin Young went off on the Pirates' decision to waste Carmen Mlodzinski in a blowout loss last night. Poni thinks it is a very bad sign if guys employed by the Pirates are avidly disagreeing with the team's decision making. Endy Rodriguez has been swinging the bat very well as of late. Donny Football Debrief – Falcons QB Michael Penix has not yet been cleared to begin practicing, which likely means Tua Tagavailoa will start for them. A bunch of WPIAL football players have been ruled ineligible for the upcoming season.

visit: https://www.ysguys.comY's Guys made history with its first-ever remote broadcast, live from the Redmond Farm Store in Orem for Redmond Night with Y's Guys. Dave McCann and Blaine Fowler welcomed a packed lineup of BYU athletes, coaches, and special guests, including Kevin Young, Bruce Branch III, Robert Wright III, Richie Saunders, Bear Bachmeier, Tiger Bachmeier, Todd Miller, Ben Barton, Spencer Steiner, and Michael Johanson.The show opened with Kevin Young and Bruce Branch III discussing Bruce's arrival at BYU, his experience playing for USA Basketball, and the role his mother, Constance, has played in shaping his defensive mindset and team-first approach. Kevin talked about recruiting high-character players, building a family-centered culture, and what makes Bruce different from past BYU stars like Egor Demin and AJ Dybantsa. Robert Wright III also joined briefly, with both Bruce and Robert expressing excitement about playing together this season.Richie Saunders stopped by to talk about his recovery, the NBA Draft, and his hope to return to the court this fall. Richie said the draft process has been exciting and emotional, and he expressed deep gratitude for his wife, Rachel, and Cougar Nation's support during his rehab.Bear Bachmeier and Tiger Bachmeier joined the show together to talk about summer workouts, team bonding, the upcoming season, Notre Dame coming to LaVell Edwards Stadium, the Arizona game, and their first Bear and Tiger Football Camp. Bear emphasized BYU's mission of Christlike service and giving back to kids, while Tiger shared his excitement about playing alongside his brother and potentially catching a touchdown from him this fall.Ben Barton was named the Redmond Re-Lyte Athlete of the Week after winning the NCAA decathlon national championship in Eugene, Oregon. Ben became BYU's first decathlon national champion since Tito Steiner in 1981, scoring a personal-best 8,169 points. Later in the show, Ben joined in person to describe the emotional finish, his wife Clara's sacrifices after the birth of their son William, and what it means to represent BYU and the Church as a national champion.New BYU men's golf head coach Todd Miller joined the show to discuss taking over for Bruce Brockbank, the legacy of BYU golf, and the future of the program. Todd talked about Kihei Akina's historic freshman season, the depth of the team, his father Johnny Miller's influence, and his excitement about building on BYU golf's recent success.The show also included campus notes on BYU track and field, football preseason honors, the Brendan Sorsby eligibility situation at Texas Tech, Michael Rucker's call-up with the Seattle Mariners, and BYU women's volleyball's upcoming schedule. Spencer Steiner from Redmond gave a “Hydration 101” lesson about electrolytes, salt, and why athletes need more than water to stay properly hydrated. Michael Johanson from the BYU Alumni Association closed the guest lineup with thoughts on BYU's Cougs Care service efforts and the growing connection between athletics, alumni, and service.Timestamps (approximate):00:00 — Redmond Night with Y's Guys begins in Orem01:32 — Bruce Branch III and Robert Wright III join the show04:38 — Kevin Young talks BYU basketball culture and Bruce Branch15:19 — Five Questions with Kevin Young and Bruce Branch19:59 — Ben Barton named Redmond Re-Lyte Athlete of the Week22:34 — Richie Saunders discusses the NBA Draft and his recovery28:49 — Bear and Tiger Bachmeier join the show32:43 — Brendan Sorsby, Texas Tech, and Big 12 football talk38:53 — Bear and Tiger preview their football camp53:20 — BYU football, track and field, baseball, and volleyball notes1:02:18 — Todd Miller talks BYU golf and Kihei Akina1:24:55 — Ben Barton joins after winning the NCAA decathlon title1:41:35 — Spencer Steiner explains Redmond hydration and electrolytes1:48:56 — Michael Johanson on BYU Alumni service efforts1:54:19 — On This Day, Mike Holmgren quote, and show wrap-up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BYU Basketball Associate Head Coach Will Voigt joins Ben Criddle to talk BYU's roster construction, the Cougars' need for a center, working under Kevin Young, and more!

The Deseret News' Jay Drew joins Cougar Sports to discuss his time covering sports in the state of Utah, Drew Jensen, BYU's rise in the Big 12, and more!

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

Dave McCann and Blaine Fowler welcomed Cougar Nation to the June 1 edition of Y's Guys, opening with BYU football schedule news, the buzz around Kevin Young being mentioned in connection with the Chicago Bulls, and growing excitement for BYU's first remote show: Redmond Night with Y's Guys on June 15 at the Redmond Heritage Farm Store in Orem.The first guest was BYU cornerbacks coach Lewis Walker, who talked about returning to his home state, joining Kalani Sitake's staff, and coaching one of BYU football's strongest position groups. Walker discussed his relationship with Sitake, his transition from Utah ties to wearing BYU blue, and the talent in the cornerback room, including Evan Johnson, Trey Alexander, Jonathan Kabeya, Jayven Williams, Cannon DeVries, Jordyn Criss, Kevin Doe, and Matthias Leach. He also praised Bear Bachmeier's growth, humility, and ability to read defenses.The Redmond Re-Lyte Athlete of the Week was Jane Hedengren, who qualified for the NCAA Championships in both the 10,000 meters and 5,000 meters after a remarkable performance at the NCAA West Preliminaries in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Dave and Blaine highlighted her 10,000-meter win over Pamela Kosgei, her facility record, and her chance to compete for national titles in Eugene.Derek Miller, president of the BYU Alumni Association Board and president and CEO of the Salt Lake Chamber and Downtown Alliance, joined the show to talk about BYU's worldwide alumni network. He discussed the power of BYU sports as a “megaphone” for the university, the impact of tailgates and Cougs Care service projects, and the broader mission of connecting alumni through service, education, and shared BYU values.The show also promoted the Ephraim Hope Mission golf tournament and online auction, including items such as an AJ Dybantsa signed basketball, a Richie Saunders signed jersey, and the chance to golf with Dave and Blaine. The proceeds support educational opportunities for children in Uganda.The BYU Super Fan segment featured Russ Paulus from Naperville, Illinois, who shared his conversion story, his early BYU memories, his love for BYU football, and memories from the 1980 Miracle Bowl, the 1984 national championship season, and classic games at LaVell Edwards Stadium. He also talked about why BYU means so much to fans who live far outside Utah.The show closed with BYU campus notes, NCAA track and field updates, BYU golf news, a reminder about CougarTribe, “On This Day” history, and a Brigham Young quote in honor of his birthday.Timestamps (approximate):00:04:30 — Opening, Kevin Young NBA rumors, and BYU football buzz00:15:51 — BYU football schedule, kickoff times, and Notre Dame discussion00:22:45 — BYU named a Big 12 favorite; Kalani Sitake national recognition00:26:10 — Lewis Walker joins Y's Guys00:37:40 — BYU's cornerbacks, defensive depth, and Bear Bachmeier outlook00:51:06 — Five Questions with Lewis Walker00:57:17 — Jane Hedengren named Re-Lyte Athlete of the Week01:01:06 — Derek Miller on BYU alumni, Cougar Nation, and service projects01:26:06 — Five Questions with Derek Miller01:34:27 — BYU basketball, AJ Dybantsa, golf, and track updates01:40:49 — Ephraim Hope Mission auction and golf tournament01:44:02 — BYU Super Fan Russ Paulus shares his Cougar story02:01:56 — Five Questions with Russ Paulus02:09:34 — CougarTribe, This Day in History, Brigham Young quote, and show wrap-up#YsGuys #BYUFootball #GoCougs #BYUSports #BYUBasketball #BYUTrack #CougarNation #LewisWalker #KalaniSitake #JaneHedengren #AJDybantsa #RedmondReLyte #BYUAlumni #CougarTribe #LDS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

Could the Chicago Bulls make a blockbuster move for Chet Holmgren if the Oklahoma City Thunder ever made him available? Haize breaks down the full Facts or Cap debate on whether trading for Chet makes sense for the Bulls' rebuild, how he would fit next to Josh Giddey, Matas Buzelis, and Coby White, and why his elite rim protection, shooting, and age timeline could completely change Chicago's future.But there's a major catch: the cost.Would the Bulls be willing to include Matas Buzelis? Would multiple first-round picks be too much? And with Chet's future max contract looming, would Chicago be putting itself in a dangerous salary-cap situation before the roster is ready to contend?Haize also reacts to Kevin Young entering the Bulls head coaching search, why the BYU head coach's NBA background makes him a very serious candidate, and what his player development resume could mean for a Bulls team expected to add multiple young pieces this offseason.Plus, voicemails hit on Lu Dort's possible fit in Chicago, whether the Bulls should wait until after the draft before targeting win-now veterans, and why players like Brayden Burries or Yaxel Lendeborg falling to No. 15 could be an absolute steal.

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

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.

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.

In this hour, Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson wonder what the Steelers will do in order to make sure QBs Will Howard and Drew Allar have room to develop as backups this upcoming season. Also, Pirates' broadcaster Kevin Young comes on The Fan Hotline. May 28, 2026, 7:00 Hour

Pirates' broadcaster Kevin Young comes on The Fan Hotline to talk about the biggest stories surrounding the team right now with Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson.

Julia Alvarez joins Kevin Young to read and discuss “The Schoolroom on the Second Floor of the Knitting Mill,” by Judy Page Heitzman, and her own poem “Mami at Her Vanity.” Alvarez is the author of many novels, nonfiction books, children's books, and poetry collections, including, most recently, “Visitations.” She has received a Hispanic Heritage Award, the F. Scott Fitzgerald Award for Achievement in American Literature, and a National Medal of Arts. She's also the subject of a PBS “American Masters” documentary. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

The Big 12 spring meetings began on Tuesday, with men's basketball head coaches gathering at the Omni PGA Frisco in Frisco, Texas. BYU basketball head coach Kevin Young was there. After the meetings concluded for the day, KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper caught up with Young to discuss key topics, including roster construction, the search for a center, and more. Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast to stay up-to-date with all the daily episodes. Cougar Tracks is on YouTube and X every weekday at Noon (MT), and KSL NewsRadio at 6:30 p.m. (MT). Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-tracks/id1146971609 YouTube Podcast: https://kslsports.com/category/podcast_results/?sid=2035&n=Cougar%20Tracks Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCF1KecDsE2rB1zMuHhUh Download the KSL Sports app Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bonneville.kslsports&hl=en_US  iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ksl-sports/id143593 Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and hosts the Cougar Tracks Podcast daily on KSL Sports YouTube and KSL NewsRadio (SUBSCRIBE). Harper also co-hosts Cougar Sports Saturday (12–3 p.m.) on KSL NewsRadio. Follow Mitch’s coverage of BYU athletics in the Big 12 Conference on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram: @Mitch_Harper. Want more coverage of BYU sports? Take us with you wherever you go. Download the new and improved KSL Sports app from Utah’s sports leader. Allows you to stream live radio and video, keeping you up-to-date on all your favorite teams.

New BYU Basketball player Tyler Betsey joins Cougar Sports to discuss his decision to transfer to BYU, his relationship with Kevin Young, the NBA players he models his game after, and more!

BYU football picked up a commitment from New Jersey native Ryan Wooten Jr., a cornerback in the class of 2027. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper broke down the commitment and his reaction to this addition in BYU's 2027 class. The spring football opponent tour rolls on as we break down the UCF Knights in 2026 with Chris Boyle of the Daytona Beach News-Journal.  It's year two for head coach Scott Frost in Orlando. What are the big takeaways for the Knights coming out of spring practices? BYU travels to UCF on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Then, finally, BYU basketball missed out on Obinna Ekezie Jr. analysis of the recruiting miss, where Kevin Young moves forward, and resetting the roster for the 2026-27 season. Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast to stay up-to-date with all the daily episodes. Cougar Tracks is on YouTube and X every weekday at Noon (MT), and KSL NewsRadio at 6:30 p.m. (MT). Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-tracks/id1146971609 YouTube Podcast: https://kslsports.com/category/podcast_results/?sid=2035&n=Cougar%20Tracks Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCF1KecDsE2rB1zMuHhUh Download the KSL Sports app Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bonneville.kslsports&hl=en_US  iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ksl-sports/id143593 Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and hosts the Cougar Tracks Podcast daily on KSL Sports YouTube and KSL NewsRadio (SUBSCRIBE). Harper also co-hosts Cougar Sports Saturday (12–3 p.m.) on KSL NewsRadio. Follow Mitch’s coverage of BYU athletics in the Big 12 Conference on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram: @Mitch_Harper. Want more coverage of BYU sports? Take us with you wherever you go. Download the new and improved KSL Sports app from Utah’s sports leader. Allows you to stream live radio and video, keeping you up-to-date on all your favorite teams.

Monica Ferrell joins Kevin Young to discuss “Carrowmore,” by Lucie Brock-Broido, and her own poem “The Fifties.” Ferrell is the author of a novel and three books of poetry, including “You Darling Thing,” a finalist for the Kingsley Tufts Poetry Award and the Believer Book Award in Poetry. Her new collection, “The Future,” was published in March. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676