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Former Beavers baseball coach Pat Casey joins this week's podcast to reflect on his coaching career, his three College World Series Championships and this year's Beavers' squad under Mitch Canham.3:12 When Pat Casey fell in love with baseball4:53 What it meant to be able to coach so close to home8:00 What recruiting and coaching look like in the beginning vs. now11:00 Coaching at George Fox while playing basketball and minor league baseball22:00 Winning the first College World Series Championship34:00 The biggest difference between the 2018 Beavers team vs. the back-to-back championship teams39:30 The thought process going into retirement42:50 This year's Beavers team
Former Beavers baseball coach Pat Casey joins this week's podcast to reflect on his coaching career, his three College World Series Championships and this year's Beavers' squad under Mitch Canham.3:12 When Pat Casey fell in love with baseball4:53 What it meant to be able to coach so close to home8:00 What recruiting and coaching look like in the beginning vs. now11:00 Coaching at George Fox while playing basketball and minor league baseball22:00 Winning the first College World Series Championship34:00 The biggest difference between the 2018 Beavers team vs. the back-to-back championship teams39:30 The thought process going into retirement42:50 This year's Beavers team
Men's basketball assistant coach Marlon Stewart joins this week's podcast to discuss his coaching life, what made him come to Oregon State and how the COVID pandemic has changed things for him and his team.2:10 Attending Gary Payton's basketball camps growing up.5:10 What drew Coach Stewart to Oregon State.15:10 The challenges of this off-season with COVID.16:55 Maintaining focus throughout the season.20:30 Importance of getting all the players registered to vote.25:50 How can you keep this positive momentum going regarding social change?28:20 Does Black History month have a different meaning this year?
Men's basketball assistant coach Marlon Stewart joins this week's podcast to discuss his coaching life, what made him come to Oregon State and how the COVID pandemic has changed things for him and his team.2:10 Attending Gary Payton's basketball camps growing up.5:10 What drew Coach Stewart to Oregon State.15:10 The challenges of this off-season with COVID.16:55 Maintaining focus throughout the season.20:30 Importance of getting all the players registered to vote.25:50 How can you keep this positive momentum going regarding social change?28:20 Does Black History month have a different meaning this year?
Junior guard Tariq Silver joins this week's podcast to discuss his decision to transfer to Oregon State, his first season with the Beavers and the crazy year that was 2020.1:05 Being raised in a military family and moving around a lot as a child.2:25 Staying in touch with family during COVID.5:00 Being a Lakers fan from Tennessee.6:00 When he first fell in love with basketball.8:00 Why Oregon State9:20 The best part about being a Beaver?11:00 Talking about the challenges of the season.16:23 Talking about the social unrest of 2020.20:10 What are some of the conversations you are having with teammates regarding social change?
Junior guard Tariq Silver joins this week's podcast to discuss his decision to transfer to Oregon State, his first season with the Beavers and the crazy year that was 2020.1:05 Being raised in a military family and moving around a lot as a child.2:25 Staying in touch with family during COVID.5:00 Being a Lakers fan from Tennessee.6:00 When he first fell in love with basketball.8:00 Why Oregon State9:20 The best part about being a Beaver?11:00 Talking about the challenges of the season.16:23 Talking about the social unrest of 2020.20:10 What are some of the conversations you are having with teammates regarding social change?
Sophomore WBB Forward Taylor Jones joins the Talkin' Beavers podcast to talk about preparing for a season of unknowns, the newcomers on the team, the possibility of playing in a "bubble," her journey to Oregon state and what it's like to play for Scott Rueck.3:54 - What is it like training for a season without a start time?6:15 - How Taylor's role will change when the season begins7:26 - Beavers newcomers, Kennedy Brown's ACL recovery, and Jelena Mitrovic's confidence13:18 - Taylor's journey to Corvallis16:27 - Beavers history of developing players for the WNBA17:17 - Watching Oregon State defeat Baylor22:41 - Taylor's hoops hero growing up
Sophomore WBB Forward Taylor Jones joins the Talkin' Beavers podcast to talk about preparing for a season of unknowns, the newcomers on the team, the possibility of playing in a "bubble," her journey to Oregon state and what it's like to play for Scott Rueck.3:54 - What is it like training for a season without a start time?6:15 - How Taylor's role will change when the season begins7:26 - Beavers newcomers, Kennedy Brown's ACL recovery, and Jelena Mitrovic's confidence13:18 - Taylor's journey to Corvallis16:27 - Beavers history of developing players for the WNBA17:17 - Watching Oregon State defeat Baylor22:41 - Taylor's hoops hero growing up
Oregon State Offensive Coordinator Brian Lindgren joins Talkin' Beavers to talk about how wild fires are impacting training, the Beavs in the NFL and breaks down the QB competition.1:20 Brian talks about having to cancel workouts because of smokey conditions3:25 Brian chats about Beavers in the NFL10:45 Brian on a new group of wide receivers14:34 What rapid testing could mean to the PAC-12 returning to play 16:05 Brian breaks down the QB competition
Oregon State Offensive Coordinator Brian Lindgren joins Talkin' Beavers to talk about how wild fires are impacting training, the Beavs in the NFL and breaks down the QB competition.1:20 Brian talks about having to cancel workouts because of smokey conditions3:25 Brian chats about Beavers in the NFL10:45 Brian on a new group of wide receivers14:34 What rapid testing could mean to the PAC-12 returning to play 16:05 Brian breaks down the QB competition
Katie Faulkner, Jonas Chatterton and Brian Holsinger of the Beavers Women's Basketball coaching staff join Ron Callan to discuss how they're keeping players motivated and share their favorite team moments and assess the new players joining the roster. Plus reactions to how the Beavs in the WNBA are showcasing their skills in the Wubble.5:13 - Keeping players motivated with the postponement of Pac-21 sports7:41 - Replacing graduating seniors and transfers21:57 - Looking ahead to return to play24:15 - Beavs in the Wubble26:12 - Favorite Oregon State moments
Katie Faulkner, Jonas Chatterton and Brian Holsinger of the Beavers Women's Basketball coaching staff join Ron Callan to discuss how they're keeping players motivated and share their favorite team moments and assess the new players joining the roster. Plus reactions to how the Beavs in the WNBA are showcasing their skills in the Wubble.5:13 - Keeping players motivated with the postponement of Pac-21 sports7:41 - Replacing graduating seniors and transfers21:57 - Looking ahead to return to play24:15 - Beavs in the Wubble26:12 - Favorite Oregon State moments
Former Major League infielder and Oregon State shortstop Darwin Barney joins Talkin' Beavers to talk about navigating College World Series celebrations, his favorite MLB memories and what being back in Corvallis means to him.1:35 - On being back in Corvallis7:43 - Reminiscing about the CWS11:54 - Top MLB moments17:31 - How Oregon State creates MLB talent21:20 - Navigating the college sports world during a global pandemic
Former Major League infielder and Oregon State shortstop Darwin Barney joins Talkin' Beavers to talk about navigating College World Series celebrations, his favorite MLB memories and what being back in Corvallis means to him.1:35 - On being back in Corvallis7:43 - Reminiscing about the CWS11:54 - Top MLB moments17:31 - How Oregon State creates MLB talent21:20 - Navigating the college sports world during a global pandemic
Women's soccer head coach Matt Kagan joins Talkin' Beavers to discuss how his team is taking precautions to stay safe during training, expectations for when the Beavs do take the pitch, and the Dam Change initiative. 1:20 - Reaction to the news of now Pac-12 sports in 20202:40 - Safety measures implemented during training4:40 - Impact of the delayed season on Beavs' momentum after last season11:16 - Is a bubble doable in college sports?15:00 - Dam Change and social justice17:00 - SEC vs Pac-12 soccer19:40 - Expectations for the team once play begins
Women's soccer head coach Matt Kagan joins Talkin' Beavers to discuss how his team is taking precautions to stay safe during training, expectations for when the Beavs do take the pitch, and the Dam Change initiative. 1:20 - Reaction to the news of now Pac-12 sports in 20202:40 - Safety measures implemented during training4:40 - Impact of the delayed season on Beavs' momentum after last season11:16 - Is a bubble doable in college sports?15:00 - Dam Change and social justice17:00 - SEC vs Pac-12 soccer19:40 - Expectations for the team once play begins
LA Spark Sydney Wiese joins the Talkin' Beavers podcast to check in from the WNBA bubble to talk about Wubble life, the Say Her Name and the WNBA's efforts for social justice, and shares her take on college sports in a COVID world.:33 - Update on the postponement of Pac-12 sports2:15 - Sydney Wiese on life in the WNBA bubble7:03 - Entertaining kids in the wubble10:28 - WNBA's commitment to social justice16:54 - Being reunited with fellow Beav Marie Gulich22:58 - Weighing in on college sports in a COVID world25:36 - Syd's advice for Mikayla Pivec
LA Spark Sydney Wiese joins the Talkin' Beavers podcast to check in from the WNBA bubble to talk about Wubble life, the Say Her Name and the WNBA's efforts for social justice, and shares her take on college sports in a COVID world.:33 - Update on the postponement of Pac-12 sports2:15 - Sydney Wiese on life in the WNBA bubble7:03 - Entertaining kids in the wubble10:28 - WNBA's commitment to social justice16:54 - Being reunited with fellow Beav Marie Gulich22:58 - Weighing in on college sports in a COVID world25:36 - Syd's advice for Mikayla Pivec
Oregon State's all-time leading rebounder Mikayla Pivec joins Ron Callan to talk about the whirlwind she's been living since getting drafted by the WNBA's Atlanta Dream. She shares why she's not playing this season, signing with a professional team in Spain, and her continued involvement in giving back to the Corvallis community.1:05 - Reflecting on the WNBA Draft and why Mikalya isn't suiting up for the Dream3:27 - Expectations for playing pro basketball in Spain7:06 - Areas of improvement Mikayla is focusing on11:25 - Reaction to the WNBA season so far, and watching former Beavs on the court13:19 - Mikayla's continued involvement in the Corvallis community18:11 - Looking ahead to this year's Beavs
Oregon State's all-time leading rebounder Mikayla Pivec joins Ron Callan to talk about the whirlwind she's been living since getting drafted by the WNBA's Atlanta Dream. She shares why she's not playing this season, signing with a professional team in Spain, and her continued involvement in giving back to the Corvallis community.1:05 - Reflecting on the WNBA Draft and why Mikalya isn't suiting up for the Dream3:27 - Expectations for playing pro basketball in Spain7:06 - Areas of improvement Mikayla is focusing on11:25 - Reaction to the WNBA season so far, and watching former Beavs on the court13:19 - Mikayla's continued involvement in the Corvallis community18:11 - Looking ahead to this year's Beavs
Jarod Lucas and Gianni Hunt of the Beavers men's basketball team join Talkin' Beavers this week to discuss their shock when they found out the season had come to an abrupt end and their hopes for next season.1:30 Neither Gianni or Jarod think they need to be wearing masks on the court next season.4:00 Jared Lucas talking about his game winning shot vs. the Utes.5:50 What were you doing when you found out the season had been cancelled?7:10 What did you do once you found out the season had been cancelled?9:45 Talking about next year's roster.14:00 Talking about the "Dam Change" Initiative.15:00 What do you guys need to do to win a Pac 12 Championship?
Jarod Lucas and Gianni Hunt of the Beavers men's basketball team join Talkin' Beavers this week to discuss their shock when they found out the season had come to an abrupt end and their hopes for next season.1:30 Neither Gianni or Jarod think they need to be wearing masks on the court next season.4:00 Jared Lucas talking about his game winning shot vs. the Utes.5:50 What were you doing when you found out the season had been cancelled?7:10 What did you do once you found out the season had been cancelled?9:45 Talking about next year's roster.14:00 Talking about the "Dam Change" Initiative.15:00 What do you guys need to do to win a Pac 12 Championship?
Offensive lineman Brandon Kipper joins Ron Callan to talk about being named to the Outland Trophy watch list, what shows he's been watching during COVID quarantine and how ready he is to be back on the field.1:09 - Why Kipper chose football5:23 - Shows to binge while socially distancing9:43 - Why Kipper chose to leave University of Hawai'i14:26 - Key memories from last year's UCLA game20:11 - Looking ahead to his football future
Offensive lineman Brandon Kipper joins Ron Callan to talk about being named to the Outland Trophy watch list, what shows he's been watching during COVID quarantine and how ready he is to be back on the field.1:09 - Why Kipper chose football5:23 - Shows to binge while socially distancing9:43 - Why Kipper chose to leave University of Hawai'i14:26 - Key memories from last year's UCLA game20:11 - Looking ahead to his football future
Men's soccer player Joel Walker and Women's soccer player Maddy Ellsworth join this week's Talkin' Beavers podcast to discuss the Dam Change initiative, which aims to bring awareness to systemic racism and to educate, empower and enhance experiences of black athletes and staff at Oregon State.2:45 Talking about the "Dam Change" Initiative and what it aims to do.4:00 Talking about the people that can be helped by "Dam Change".5:15 Talking about the importance of educating coaches and communities about systemic racism.6:00 Talking about the importance of voting.7:00 Joel talking about growing up in Liberia and coming to Corvallis to play soccer.8:45 Maddy talking about growing up in Hillsboro.9:20 Maddy talking about an incidence of racism she felt recently.10:30 What was the reaction from OSU administration when you talked to them about "Dam Change"?13:35 Talking about the moments when they saw/heard about the George Floyd and Ahmaud Arbery16:35 Talking about the reactions from the soccer coaches after formation of "Dam Change".20:00 Talking about the importance of physical and mental health during the pandemic.
Men's soccer player Joel Walker and Women's soccer player Maddy Ellsworth join this week's Talkin' Beavers podcast to discuss the Dam Change initiative, which aims to bring awareness to systemic racism and to educate, empower and enhance experiences of black athletes and staff at Oregon State.2:45 Talking about the "Dam Change" Initiative and what it aims to do.4:00 Talking about the people that can be helped by "Dam Change".5:15 Talking about the importance of educating coaches and communities about systemic racism.6:00 Talking about the importance of voting.7:00 Joel talking about growing up in Liberia and coming to Corvallis to play soccer.8:45 Maddy talking about growing up in Hillsboro.9:20 Maddy talking about an incidence of racism she felt recently.10:30 What was the reaction from OSU administration when you talked to them about "Dam Change"?13:35 Talking about the moments when they saw/heard about the George Floyd and Ahmaud Arbery16:35 Talking about the reactions from the soccer coaches after formation of "Dam Change".20:00 Talking about the importance of physical and mental health during the pandemic.
Oregon State Women's Basketball coach Scott Rueck and Branding consultant Jeremy Darlow join this week's Talkin' Beavers podcast to discuss the rise of the Oregon State women's program and the impact their branding has had on the program.2:30 Scott Reuck's memories of the day he was hired at Oregon State.5:00 When Jeremy first knew he wanted to be associated with Oregon State Women's Basketball.6:20 Some of the big names in sports and entertainment Jeremy has worked with.7:15 How Scott and Jeremy got to know each other.9:15 Some of the skills and attributes Jeremy has brought to OSU Women's Basketball.10:45 Jeremy says that every single athlete is an influencer and it's up to us to turn it into something bigger.12:30 Scott says his main job is to equip athletes for life.15:00 How has social media changed marketing for athletes.17:00 Scott talking about Mikayla Pivec and her work in the community.18:00 What does Jeremy have planned as a follow-up to the We Are Family campaign?20:00 Scott talking about how far Oregon State has come in the past 10 years.25:00 What does Jeremy think when he sees Aaron Rodgers in State Farm commercials (one of the athletes he previously worked with).
Oregon State Women's Basketball coach Scott Rueck and Branding consultant Jeremy Darlow join this week's Talkin' Beavers podcast to discuss the rise of the Oregon State women's program and the impact their branding has had on the program.2:30 Scott Reuck's memories of the day he was hired at Oregon State.5:00 When Jeremy first knew he wanted to be associated with Oregon State Women's Basketball.6:20 Some of the big names in sports and entertainment Jeremy has worked with.7:15 How Scott and Jeremy got to know each other.9:15 Some of the skills and attributes Jeremy has brought to OSU Women's Basketball.10:45 Jeremy says that every single athlete is an influencer and it's up to us to turn it into something bigger.12:30 Scott says his main job is to equip athletes for life.15:00 How has social media changed marketing for athletes.17:00 Scott talking about Mikayla Pivec and her work in the community.18:00 What does Jeremy have planned as a follow-up to the We Are Family campaign?20:00 Scott talking about how far Oregon State has come in the past 10 years.25:00 What does Jeremy think when he sees Aaron Rodgers in State Farm commercials (one of the athletes he previously worked with).
Oregon State baseball coach Mitch Canham joins this week's pod to discuss how he's managed to find the good during the coronavirus pandemic and how he always wanted to come back to Corvallis one day.1:35 Talking about what players can and can not do during this unique time.3:10 His players had a phenomenal term in the classroom.4:20 The moment he found out the rest of the baseball season would be cancelled.8:00 Talking about seniors losing their season.11:20 Talking about seniors getting an extra year of eligibility.12:00 On Kevin Abel returning for another season.15:00 How much no College World Series hurts the city of Omaha, Nebraska.27:00 The guidelines of playing baseball once they get clearance to do so.29:00 Talking about the new baseball rule involving the runner being on second base if the game goes into extra innings.
Oregon State baseball coach Mitch Canham joins this week's pod to discuss how he's managed to find the good during the coronavirus pandemic and how he always wanted to come back to Corvallis one day.1:35 Talking about what players can and can not do during this unique time.3:10 His players had a phenomenal term in the classroom.4:20 The moment he found out the rest of the baseball season would be cancelled.8:00 Talking about seniors losing their season.11:20 Talking about seniors getting an extra year of eligibility.12:00 On Kevin Abel returning for another season.15:00 How much no College World Series hurts the city of Omaha, Nebraska.27:00 The guidelines of playing baseball once they get clearance to do so.29:00 Talking about the new baseball rule involving the runner being on second base if the game goes into extra innings.
Oregon State Women’s basketball forward Taya Corosdale joins the Talkin’ Beavers podcast to talk about rehabbing during a pandemic, what she’s been binge watching and how she was recruited to Corvallis.:54 - Taya talks getting a medical redshirt year4:08 - What COVID ending the Beavers season meant to the team9:47 - Taya talks about staying in shape during COVID10:49 - What she’s been binge watching13:58 - Taya tells how OSU recruited her20:58 - Taya recounts what makes Gill special
Oregon State Women’s basketball forward Taya Corosdale joins the Talkin’ Beavers podcast to talk about rehabbing during a pandemic, what she’s been binge watching and how she was recruited to Corvallis.:54 - Taya talks getting a medical redshirt year4:08 - What COVID ending the Beavers season meant to the team9:47 - Taya talks about staying in shape during COVID10:49 - What she’s been binge watching13:58 - Taya tells how OSU recruited her20:58 - Taya recounts what makes Gill special
Oregon State guard Aleah Goodman joins host Ron Callan to talk about her expectations for the 2020-21 season, the impact of Kobe Bryant's death on women's basketball, and traveling the world with Team USA.1:45 - Post-basketball plans7:27 - Maintaining contact with the rest of the Beavs11:36 - Expectations for the 2020-21 season27:08- Honoring Kobe with Oregon WBB31:02 - Traveling the world with Team USA33:27 - Olympic possibilities
Oregon State guard Aleah Goodman joins host Ron Callan to talk about her expectations for the 2020-21 season, the impact of Kobe Bryant's death on women's basketball, and traveling the world with Team USA.1:45 - Post-basketball plans7:27 - Maintaining contact with the rest of the Beavs11:36 - Expectations for the 2020-21 season27:08- Honoring Kobe with Oregon WBB31:02 - Traveling the world with Team USA33:27 - Olympic possibilities
Former Beaver and current Buffalo Bills safety Jordan Poyer takes a break from training to discuss his favorite moments at OSU, his hopes for the NFL season and words of advice for Isaiah Hodgins.1:30 - Poyer on his contract extension3:20 - Playing baseball for Coach Casey6:07 - Impact of COVID on training and the season8:39 - Looking ahead to the season13:13 - Favorite memories of the 2013 Beavers football team17:55 - What Poyer said to Isaiah Hodgins after he was drafted19:48 - Playing against Russell Wilson in college
Former Beaver and current Buffalo Bills safety Jordan Poyer takes a break from training to discuss his favorite moments at OSU, his hopes for the NFL season and words of advice for Isaiah Hodgins.1:30 - Poyer on his contract extension3:20 - Playing baseball for Coach Casey6:07 - Impact of COVID on training and the season8:39 - Looking ahead to the season13:13 - Favorite memories of the 2013 Beavers football team17:55 - What Poyer said to Isaiah Hodgins after he was drafted19:48 - Playing against Russell Wilson in college
Bonus episode! Former Oregon State volunteer track coach Dave Johnson joined The Bridge to go through some of his favorite stories from the 88 and 92 Olympics, the Dan vs Dave commercials and life after the Olympics as a teacher and coach helping with mental health and creating safe places for students and athletes.2:30 When track became serious for Dave5:15 Introduction to the decathalon8:30 The point when Dave knew he was Olympic level13:00 Introduction to Dan O'Brien16:00 How the Dan and Dave ad campaign started20:00 At what point it got weird26:00 Story behind the iconic glasses30:00 Meeting the Dream team in Barcelona32:00 The transition into a life of education34:00 Dealing with the pressures of becoming a high profile athlete
Bonus episode! Former Oregon State volunteer track coach Dave Johnson joined The Bridge to go through some of his favorite stories from the 88 and 92 Olympics, the Dan vs Dave commercials and life after the Olympics as a teacher and coach helping with mental health and creating safe places for students and athletes.2:30 When track became serious for Dave5:15 Introduction to the decathalon8:30 The point when Dave knew he was Olympic level13:00 Introduction to Dan O'Brien16:00 How the Dan and Dave ad campaign started20:00 At what point it got weird26:00 Story behind the iconic glasses30:00 Meeting the Dream team in Barcelona32:00 The transition into a life of education34:00 Dealing with the pressures of becoming a high profile athlete
Deven Hunter, Ruth Hamblin, Sydney Weise, Gabby Hanson and Jamie Weisner-Scott join Ron Callan to re-live their great 2015-16 season and their run to the Final Four.4:15 When did each of you know that the 2015-2016 season could be a special season?7:45 How did the early season trip to Italy prepare you for the rest of the season?10:00 Stories of Jamie and Gabby in practice13:50 Memories of Deven's big night vs. Stanford in 201615:40 Memories of Jamie's huge night vs. DePaul in which she finished with 38 points17:20 What was Jamie's mindset like that game?18:20 Ruth's big game vs. Baylor in 201619:10 Each's memories of the big Elite Eight win vs. Baylor 29:00 Memories of trip to Indianapolis for the Final Four and the match-up vs. Connecticut32:10 Talking about being at the Indy 50032:40 The shots weren't falling versus the great Huskies team33:20 Talking about meeting Geno Auriemma34:00 How were their nerves for that Final Four game?36:00 Jamie's thoughts on new Beavers' commit Talia Von Oelhoffen38:00 Deven's upcoming year at UC San Diego39:00 Jamie's plans for the rest of the year39:45 Ruth's plans for the rest of the year40:20 Gabby's plans for the rest of the year42:00 When Sydney might be able to get back to the WNBA
Deven Hunter, Ruth Hamblin, Sydney Weise, Gabby Hanson and Jamie Weisner-Scott join Ron Callan to re-live their great 2015-16 season and their run to the Final Four.4:15 When did each of you know that the 2015-2016 season could be a special season?7:45 How did the early season trip to Italy prepare you for the rest of the season?10:00 Stories of Jamie and Gabby in practice13:50 Memories of Deven's big night vs. Stanford in 201615:40 Memories of Jamie's huge night vs. DePaul in which she finished with 38 points17:20 What was Jamie's mindset like that game?18:20 Ruth's big game vs. Baylor in 201619:10 Each's memories of the big Elite Eight win vs. Baylor 29:00 Memories of trip to Indianapolis for the Final Four and the match-up vs. Connecticut32:10 Talking about being at the Indy 50032:40 The shots weren't falling versus the great Huskies team33:20 Talking about meeting Geno Auriemma34:00 How were their nerves for that Final Four game?36:00 Jamie's thoughts on new Beavers' commit Talia Von Oelhoffen38:00 Deven's upcoming year at UC San Diego39:00 Jamie's plans for the rest of the year39:45 Ruth's plans for the rest of the year40:20 Gabby's plans for the rest of the year42:00 When Sydney might be able to get back to the WNBA
Oregon State softball coach Laura Berg joins this week's podcast to discuss how coronavirus has changed things for her and what makes the Beavers such a good team in 2021.1:30 What she was doing when she heard the news that the season had been shut down.2:40 How are you keeping things moving forward during this time?4:00 Talking about the strong start to the season for Mariah Mazon5:30 Talking about the versatility of Missy Nunez for the Beavers8:00 How does recruiting work during this time?8:30 How will Seniors who are returning for another season going to be handled?9:50 Talking about the improved facilities at OSU.10:40 What kinds of things does she look for when recruiting?11:50 How tough was it to see softball take from the Olympics?15:00 Talking about her hit to win the Gold Medal at the 2000 Olympics in Sydney17:00 What is it like to be the Head Coach at Oregon State?20:00 Talking about the honey bees and bee hives at her house.
Oregon State softball coach Laura Berg joins this week's podcast to discuss how coronavirus has changed things for her and what makes the Beavers such a good team in 2021.1:30 What she was doing when she heard the news that the season had been shut down.2:40 How are you keeping things moving forward during this time?4:00 Talking about the strong start to the season for Mariah Mazon5:30 Talking about the versatility of Missy Nunez for the Beavers8:00 How does recruiting work during this time?8:30 How will Seniors who are returning for another season going to be handled?9:50 Talking about the improved facilities at OSU.10:40 What kinds of things does she look for when recruiting?11:50 How tough was it to see softball take from the Olympics?15:00 Talking about her hit to win the Gold Medal at the 2000 Olympics in Sydney17:00 What is it like to be the Head Coach at Oregon State?20:00 Talking about the honey bees and bee hives at her house.
Head women's basketball coach Scott Rueck joins Ron Callan to discuss recruiting, the possibility of playing in empty arenas, and Mikayla Pivec's future in the WNBA.5:19 - Maintaining consistency during a pandemic7:52 - Potentially playing without fans in the arena10:02 - Reacting to the 2020 WNBA Draft and Mikayla Pivec's future in the league16:15 - Destiny Slocum entering the transfer portal18:35 - The incoming recruiting class
Head women's basketball coach Scott Rueck joins Ron Callan to discuss recruiting, the possibility of playing in empty arenas, and Mikayla Pivec's future in the WNBA.5:19 - Maintaining consistency during a pandemic7:52 - Potentially playing without fans in the arena10:02 - Reacting to the 2020 WNBA Draft and Mikayla Pivec's future in the league16:15 - Destiny Slocum entering the transfer portal18:35 - The incoming recruiting class
Head football coach Jonathan Smith joined Nigel Burton to discuss the three Beavs who were selected in the 2020 NFL Draft.3:20 - Coach Smith discusses his incoming recruiting class5:40 - How coaches utilize the NCAA transfer portal11:40 - Why Coach Smith was not surprised by the players drafted in the 2020 NFL Draft15:08 - Life in the Smith household in a COVID-19 world16:17 - How COVID has impacted recruiting
Head football coach Jonathan Smith joined Nigel Burton to discuss the three Beavs who were selected in the 2020 NFL Draft.3:20 - Coach Smith discusses his incoming recruiting class5:40 - How coaches utilize the NCAA transfer portal11:40 - Why Coach Smith was not surprised by the players drafted in the 2020 NFL Draft15:08 - Life in the Smith household in a COVID-19 world16:17 - How COVID has impacted recruiting
Isaiah Hodgins joins Nigel Burton to talk about getting ready for the NFL Draft and where he hopes to land.3:45 - Workouts in COVID-19 isolation5:00 - Reflecting on the NFL Combine experience9:25 - Continuing contact with NFL teams during the pandemic12:00 - Looking ahead to the NFL Draft nights14:40 - Why his wife wants Hodgins to go to a warm-weather team15:50 - Advice Hodgins has received from NFL stars
Isaiah Hodgins joins Nigel Burton to talk about getting ready for the NFL Draft and where he hopes to land.3:45 - Workouts in COVID-19 isolation5:00 - Reflecting on the NFL Combine experience9:25 - Continuing contact with NFL teams during the pandemic12:00 - Looking ahead to the NFL Draft nights14:40 - Why his wife wants Hodgins to go to a warm-weather team15:50 - Advice Hodgins has received from NFL stars
Mikayla and Malia Pivec join Ron Callan via Zoom to discuss their athletic careers and look ahead toward Mikayla's future in the WNBA.
Mikayla and Malia Pivec join Ron Callan via Zoom to discuss their athletic careers and look ahead toward Mikayla's future in the WNBA.