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Week 1 is here! Tepper runs down some headlines from the final week of the offseason, then catches you up on 10 storylines to watch heading into the 2026 Texas high school footabll season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oklahoma's fall camp is nearly complete, and the Sooners are preparing to transition into game-week mode. Brandon Drumm  and Travis Davidson react to the latest post-practice interviews with Brent Venables, John Mateer and several OU players. The episode covers Venables' latest injury updates, which players are generating buzz late in camp, Mateer's growing chemistry and command of the offense, ongoing position battles, special-teams competition and what the Sooners' confidence level appears to be as preparation for UTEP approaches. OUInsider.com returns this weekend. Visit the site now and enter your email for the official launch alert. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hello! This episode is free for everyone, but to get our full catalog of shows this season and beyond, we'd love it if you became a paid subscriber. Paid subscribers (there are thousands of them!) get about twice as many episodes from us during the season, as well as Q&A and chat opportunities and other perks as they come to our minds. Thanks so much. The Mountain West looks very new in 2026. The guts of the league left for the Pac-12, and then the MWC brought in reinforcements. North Dakota State brings FCS' greatest dynasty up a level. NIU is here from the MAC, and UTEP comes aboard from Conference USA. Richard and Alex have a rose, bud, and thorn for all 10 teams:- 4:35: New Mexico- 8:17: UNLV- 14:29: Hawaii- 19:48: Air Force- 23:35: Nevada- 26:56: Wyoming- 32:04: San José State- 37:19: Northern Illinois- 44:29: UTEP- 46:57: North Dakota State- 51:53: Preseason honorsProducer: Anthony Vito This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.splitzoneduo.com/subscribe

Catching you up on how UIL Realignment changed the 2026 Texas high school football season; then, hear from Grapevine Faith Christian coach Mike Fuller about his team's intercontinental road game; after that, we talk with Craig Way about all things Longhorns and TXHSFB; finally, we've got a big announcement to make! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Carter Yates and senior writer Mike Craven break down whether they're buying, selling, or holding stock for every Texas G6 team. Schools covered include Texas State, UTSA, UNT, Rice, Sam Houston, and UTEP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TFT is back! In the season premiere, Tepper runs down some big headlines — including the UIL's state championship schedule facelift — talks to new Fort Bend Marshall coach Wale Okunnu about his move to the Buffs, and gets casuals up to speed on the biggest coaching changes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Dr. Philip Lavretsky, a professor at UTEP and the researcher leading the charge in Duck DNA research and, more recently, Wild Turkey DNA research.They discuss the incredible breakthroughs that have come from studying duck DNA, much of which has been made possible by waterfowl hunters across the country submitting duck samples for testing. Dr. Lavretsky explains what researchers have learned about North America's duck populations and how this research is changing our understanding of waterfowl.The conversation then turns to wild turkey genetics, where some of the discoveries have been just as surprising. Dr. Lavretsky shares what researchers are learning about wild turkey populations, the challenges they have faced over the past several decades, and some of the factors that could be contributing to declining turkey numbers in parts of the country.The research is also expanding. This year, the team plans to begin collecting and studying goose DNA, with the goal of developing a clearer picture of America's goose populations and how they are changing over time.

The Oklahoma Sooners' 2026 football schedule is loaded, and the Foxx Den crew is going game by game to predict every win and loss. Can OU win in the Big House against Michigan? Can Brent Venables and the Sooners survive road trips to Georgia and Florida? And what happens when Oklahoma and Texas meet again in the Red River Rivalry?We break down the entire Oklahoma football schedule, including UTEP, Michigan, New Mexico, Georgia, Texas, Kentucky, Mississippi State, South Carolina, Florida, Ole Miss, Texas A&M and Missouri. The crew also debates SEC vs. Big Ten football, Oklahoma's College Football Playoff chances, whether 9-3 would be good enough, and just how high the Sooners' ceiling can be in 2026. The episode specifically revolves around different final-record predictions—including 8-4, 9-3 and 10-2 scenarios. ⏱️ EPISODE BREAKDOWN00:36 — OU's 2026 schedule begins01:39 — UTEP season opener02:27 — Oklahoma at Michigan08:04 — SEC vs. Big Ten debate09:43 — New Mexico trap game?10:35 — Oklahoma at Georgia11:46 — Red River Rivalry vs. Texas15:52 — Where will OU stand after five games?16:45 — Kentucky trap-game debate18:48 — Mississippi State19:16 — South Carolina20:48 — Oklahoma goes to The Swamp22:02 — Ole Miss could be dangerous24:20 — Texas A&M comes to Norman26:22 — Oklahoma at Missouri27:39 — Is 9-3 good enough for OU?28:18 — What if OU-Texas is undefeated vs. undefeated?29:47 — Should Red River ever move?

Some coaches chase titles. Others chase impact. For Stephen F. Austin assistant coach Lex Murphy, the journey has always been about people, purpose, faith, and finding a way to leave every program better than she found it. In this episode of SportsLifeTalk's You Got Next, we finally sit down with Coach Murphy after a three-year recruiting process of our own—and the conversation was worth the wait.A San Diego native with nine years in the coaching profession, Lex has earned every step of her journey. She's worked as a graduate assistant, director of basketball operations, recruiting coordinator, and Division I assistant coach, with stops that include UTEP and Texas A&M-Commerce before landing at Stephen F. Austin. Along the way, she's been part of winning programs, postseason runs, and the development of countless student-athletes.But coaching wasn't always the plan.Growing up in a basketball family as a coach's daughter, Lex has been around the game for as long as she can remember. Still, her original dream was to become an elementary school teacher. She even earned her master's degree and teaching certification. Eventually, she realized that her gift for teaching hadn't disappeared—it simply found a different classroom. Today, the basketball court is where she teaches, develops, challenges, and pours into young women.Lex takes us inside her coaching philosophy and explains why one of the most important lessons basketball has taught her is to “know your personnel.” Every athlete learns differently, responds differently to coaching, and requires a different type of relationship. That understanding has helped Lex become the connector, recruiter, and teacher she is today.She also opens up about her role alongside SFA head coach Leonard Bishop and why their relationship works. From studying offensive schemes and identifying in-game adjustments to having a voice during critical moments, Lex discusses how Coach Bishop has challenged her to sharpen her basketball IQ and continue growing as a coach.Then the conversation goes deeper.Faith isn't simply something Lex talks about—it influences how she approaches coaching, recruiting, relationships, and life. She shares why she prays before recruiting calls, why spreading love matters more than collecting recognition, and how trusting God's direction has helped her navigate the uncertainty of the coaching profession.One incredible recruiting story involving Ashlyn Traylor-Walker and an unexpected frog shows exactly why Lex believes some moments are bigger than basketball.We also have plenty of fun getting to know Lex away from the sidelines. She reveals her gospel-heavy Top 5 music artists, why Captain America is her superhero of choice, the CeCe Winans song that represents her life, and even gives SportsLifeTalk an impromptu singing performance. We also discover her love for spicy food—including an Inferno Burger loaded with ghost pepper cheese and garlic reaper aioli that KT wants absolutely no part of.Looking toward the future, Lex isn't consumed with chasing the next title or position. Whether her path eventually leads to becoming a head coach or continuing to build alongside Coach Bishop, she's focused on staying where her feet are and trusting where the journey takes her.This episode is for coaches climbing the profession, athletes wondering what comes after playing, parents navigating recruiting, and anyone who believes leadership is ultimately about serving others.At SportsLifeTalk Media, our mission is to amplify the voices shaping girls' and women's basketball. Through You Got Next, we're proud to share the stories behind the coaches, athletes, and leaders moving the game forward.Subscribe to You Got Next on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, leave a rating and review, and share this episode with someone who loves women's basketball. It took us three years to finally get Lex Murphy on SportsLifeTalk—and after this conversation, you'll understand why we refused to give up.

Fall camp is here, and it's time to dive into everything surrounding the 2026 UTEP football team. In this special preview episode hosted by Adrian Broaddus and Zay Galindo, we break down the 25 biggest storylines that will shape the Miners' season as they prepare for their first campaign in the Mountain West. From position battles and impact transfers to breakout candidates, coaching decisions, and season-defining questions, we cover every angle heading into camp. Which newcomers are ready to make an immediate impact? Who needs to step up? And what will it take for UTEP to exceed expectations in a new conference? Whether you're a die-hard Miner fan or getting caught up before kickoff, this episode gets you ready for everything to watch as fall camp begins. Topics include: The biggest offensive and defensive storylines Key position battles Transfer portal additions and newcomers Players poised for breakout seasons Coaching and scheme questions Mountain West expectations What success looks like for the 2026 Miners Subscribe to Paydirt Pulse for in-depth UTEP football coverage all season long. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

College football season is almost here, but the offseason still refuses to calm down. This week, Ciarnan and Kev break down Ohio State & Notre Dame's massive jersey patch deals and debate whether schools or conferences are better off cashing in on sponsorships. They also discuss the latest lawsuits surrounding player transfers, the NCAA's never-ending stupidity, Brett Bielema's comments about the SEC, Michigan State's lofty expectations, and why the Arch Manning Heisman hype may have gotten completely out of hand. Then it's time for another conference logo showdown, this week featuring the Mountain West Conference. From iconic classics and underrated mascots to logos that look more like government agencies than football programs, the guys discuss every Mountain West logo and decide which schools nailed their branding and which ones desperately need a redesign. 0:00:00 – Jersey patch chaos, Arch Manning hype, and college football countdown 0:06:00 – Big 12 vs. Ohio State deal, commercialization of CFB, and the "patch problem" 0:12:00 – NIL mess, player transfer lawsuits, and college football's shifting identity 0:18:00 – NCAA suspensions, administrative scandals, and Karen's rant about contracts 0:24:00 – Big Ten Media Days: Bielema's SEC shade and a deep dive on Big Ten odds 0:30:00 – The questionable Heisman hype for Arch Manning and legacy QB wishful thinking 0:36:00 – Mountain West Conference logos: nostalgia, bad upgrades, and logo roasts 0:42:00 – Mountain West logos Pt. 2: UNLV Confederate weirdness, New Mexico State disasters 0:48:00 – San Jose State logopalooza, UTEP debates, and Wyoming's subtle glow-up 0:54:00 – More MW visuals: North Dakota State, Grand Canyon, UC Davis throwdown, and wrap-up 0:59:00 – Favorite conference logos, what's next, and social plugs

UTEP head football coach Scotty Walden joins the show to discuss moving the the Mountain West, building through transfers moving up and playing regional rivals. Can there be more hype for the Rams? Quarterback questions in the NFL. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alex and Richard conduct the second annual Coach Firing/Retirement/Departure Confidence Draft, assigning point values to 27 FBS coaches based on how likely they are to leave their jobs after the 2026 season, either because they got fired or retired. (Poachings are not included.) Last year, Alex scored a narrow victory thanks to his bold and successful pick of Kyle Whittingham to be out at Utah after the season. Can Richard fight back?The board runs in order of tenure, from Kirk Ferentz's 28th year at Iowa to Bill Belichick's second at North Carolina, and produces wide gaps on Joe Moorhead, Mike Norvell, Luke Fickell, and the exact meaning of a Lincoln Riley departure. In this episode, we cover these coaches in order:• 5:23: Kirk Ferentz at Iowa• 6:21: Troy Calhoun at Air Force• 7:54: Dabo Swinney at Clemson• 9:39: Dave Doeren at NC State• 11:01: Pat Narduzzi at Pitt• 12:15: Mike Locksley at Maryland• 14:27: Mike Norvell at Florida State• 15:32: Ricky Rahne at Old Dominion• 16:11: Shane Beamer at South Carolina• 18:12: Steve Sarkisian at Texas• 20:34: Sonny Cumbie at Louisiana Tech• 21:50: Joe Moorhead at Akron• 23:49: Timmy Chang at Hawaii• 24:39: Tony Elliott at Virginia• 27:01: Lincoln Riley at USC• 29:04: Sonny Dykes at TCU• 30:35: Brent Venables at Oklahoma• 31:53: Deion Sanders at Colorado• 33:43: Luke Fickell at Wisconsin• 34:40: Jamey Chadwell at Liberty• 35:35: Matt Rhule at Nebraska• 37:05: Bill O'Brien at Boston College• 38:41: Kalen DeBoer at Alabama• 40:14: Scotty Walden at UTEP• 40:50: Derek Mason at Middle Tennessee• 40:53: Dell McGee at Georgia State• 42:00: Bill Belichick at North CarolinaNote: We unintentionally omitted Baylor's Dave Aranda from this draft. We will come back to him in the Big 12 preview later this summer.Producer: Anthony Vito This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.splitzoneduo.com/subscribe

We are back in the studio! With a brand new episode featuring Evelyn and Emily and it is a horny one! They come on share some sugar daddy stories and much more. Plus Evelyn tells us a kinky story where even have to mute the mic! Follow us on social media @AaronScenesAfterParty

Dave McCann and Blaine Fowler open the July 20, 2026 episode of Y's Guys with a deep dive into BYU football's Big 12 outlook, breaking down the Cougars' all-time series records against every conference opponent, national outlets' win projections (ESPN FPI, CBS Sports' playoff contender tiers, and Brad Crawford's 11-1 call), Las Vegas over/under trends, and a look back at BYU's historic 25-game winning streak from 1983-84, including the infamous upset loss to UTEP that snapped it. They also break down the commitment of three-star Orem High edge rusher Jag Ioane.Heisman Trophy winner Ty Detmer joins live from Arizona ahead of Diamondbacks Family Night to talk hunting season, the three career milestones that surprised him most, quarterback Bear Bachmeier's development, and what a potential showdown with a No. 1-ranked Notre Dame team in Provo this October could look like. BYU senior safety Raider Damuni follows to discuss his BYU-Pathway Worldwide humanitarian trip to Tonga, his goals for his senior season, and the depth of the Cougars' safety room heading into fall camp.The show wraps with BYU basketball's newly released non-conference schedule (including exhibitions against Nebraska and UNLV), NBA Summer League updates on AJ Dybantsa and Egor Demin, plus women's basketball, soccer, and track and field campus notes. Two Hotel Park City/Ruth's Chris Superfan interviews with Joeli Carroll and Gene Chidester round out the night, with both sharing personal BYU memories spanning five decades of Cougar football and basketball.#YsGuys #BYU #BYUFootball #BYUCougars #CougarNation #GoCougs #Big12Football #TyDetmer #HeismanTrophy #RaiderDamuni #BYUPathway #BearBachmeier #KalaniSitake #NotreDameFootball #BYUBasketball #AJDybantsa #EgorDemin #RobWright #BYUSuperfans #ProvoUtah #LDS Timestamps (approximate):0:00 – Show Open: Welcome to Y's Guys6:52 – BYU Lands 3-Star Edge Rusher Jag Ioane8:45 – Where Will BYU Land in the Preseason AP Poll?15:47 – Brad Crawford Predicts BYU Goes 11-1 in 202619:39 – BYU vs. Vegas: A History of Beating the Odds21:23 – Remembering BYU's Historic 25-Game Win Streak (and the UTEP Upset)25:35 – Heisman Winner Ty Detmer Joins Y's Guys Live from Arizona31:08 – Ty Detmer Breaks Down Bear Bachmeier's Growth at QB37:06 – Ty Detmer on a Potential No. 1 Notre Dame Showdown in Provo46:58 – BYU Senior Safety Raider Damuni Joins the Show47:58 – Raider Damuni on BYU-Pathway's Humanitarian Trip to Tonga1:03:44 – BYU Basketball Reveals 2026-27 Non-Conference Schedule1:11:22 – NBA Summer League Recap: AJ Dybantsa, Egor Demin & More1:15:43 – Superfan Joeli Carroll on Family, Faith and Cougar Football1:34:19 – Superfan Gene Chidester Remembers Gifford Nielsen's Legendary Debut Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guests Include:   - Mike McFeely, Forum of Fargo-Moorhead Columnist   - Gloria Nevarez, Mountain West Commissioner    - Tim Polasek, NDSU head football coach    - Dan Mullen, UNLV head football coach   - Scott Walden, UTEP head football coach

Faith Aragon left Carlsbad High School as a well-decorated athlete. She won two state championships and Gatorade Player of the Year among other district and all-state titles. After high school she took a journey through Division 1 Softball with stops at UTEP and New Mexico State University in her first 3 years before entering the transfer portal and signing to become a Nebraska Husker.  The NMSU all-time single-season strikeout leader joined the podcast to discuss things like mental health, training for a long season, NIL details, music preferences, and way more. Presented by Constructors Inc. Produced by All Sports Best

The previous post covered my grades on how the strength of today’s four largest college athletic conferences compare with their previous versions twenty years ago in 2006. Here's a brief recap. In my estimation, only the SEC (which expanded from 12 to 16 teams over that 20 year period) has shown an upgrade in competition levels since 2006.  I awarded the SEC a “B” grade. The Big 12 (which lost four of its prominent members to the SEC) received a C+ for their nimble addition of several relevant regional sports schools. A “D” grade was handed down to the Atlantic Coast Conference.  Their nonsensical addition of West Coast newcomers Cal (Berkeley) and Stanford in 2024 crashed the ACC's overall score. Speaking of lousy grades, I awarded a D- to the Big Ten Conference as its recently-annexed properties have resulted in a BIG thud.  From the east (Maryland and Rutgers) to the west (Nebraska, Oregon, UCLA, USC, and Washington), the Big Ten’s new coast-to-coast configuration has failed to improve this conference for either sports fans or student/athletes. How have the five mid-major conferences fared with recent expansion issues? These other conferences (nicknamed the “Group of Five”) can be quite entertaining but rarely win national championships.  They must compete against the “Big Four” major conferences featuring the wealthiest college sports programs. American Athletic Conference (AAC) The AAC has only been around since the year 2013.  There were 10 initial AAC members and now 14 in 2026. Only Memphis, South Florida, and Temple remain from 2013.  The ACC raided Conference USA to obtain several of its new members. Army and Navy – What's not to like about these two additions?  They bring the focus of the entire college football world to their annual game played in early December.  Grades – A Charlotte – The 49ers have been perpetual cellar dwellers in most sports.  Charlotte, North Carolina sports fans are more likely to follow UNC, Duke, and Clemson.  Yawn.  Grade – D- East Carolina – The Pirates have made the NCAA baseball playoffs ten times since 2013 and have occasionally contended for the AAC title in football.  A hearty fan base makes ECU a fun place to watch sports.  Grade – B Florida Atlantic – A member of the AAC since 2023, this school is best known for its men's basketball team and having a great beach nearby.  Sadly, most local sports fans don’t give a hoot about the FAU Owls yet.  Grade – C- North Texas – The Mean Green had a brilliant 12-2 football season in 2025 in the school's third year as part of the AAC.  The other sports are lagging behind.  Grade – C Rice – Another third year AAC member, the Houston-based Owls have been an athletics flop in their new conference.  Grade – D Tulane – Green Wave football program has rejuvenated Tulane athletics down in the Crescent City.  Unfortunately, the remainder of the school’s sports teams rarely lead the AAC.  Grade – C Tulsa – Golden Hurricane football and men's basketball programs have been on the decline in the past decade.  That's a shame, because Tulsa fans desperately want to get behind the city’s lone major college athletics team.  Grade – C- UAB – Try as I might, I'm having trouble remembering any recent sports successes for the Blazers.  Grade – D- UTSA – Like Tulsa, the Roadrunners have the entire San Antonio market ready for their athletics programs to take off.  Other than some recent success in football, UTSA sports still appear to be taking a siesta.  Grade – C- AAC overall grade for expansion: C- Conference USA (C-USA) I am not going to provide individual grades to Conference USA member schools.  It is not their fault that C-USA management has done such a lousy job of keeping this conference together and relevant in major college sports. The conference has seen a 100% turnover in the past 20 years. Schools being added have generally been former FCS top teams such as Delaware, Sam Houston, and Jacksonville (AL) State. Things have declined so badly in Conference USA (“How badly have they declined?”) that longtime member Louisiana Tech recently agreed to pay a reported $8 million to buy its way out of C-USA.  The Bulldogs’ jubilant athletic department and fans are rejoining the Sun Belt Conference this fall.  Louisiana Tech will save more than $1 million annually in travel costs formerly required to travel to schools within the far-flung Conference USA. Longtime C-USA holdovers Western Kentucky and Middle Tennessee State deserve a better fate.  Save your money and call the Sun Belt in a couple of years! C-USA overall grade for expansion –  F- Mid-American Conference (MAC) In contrast to Conference USA, the MAC has remained remarkably stable for the past 20 years. Eleven of the dozen MAC members in 2006 remain a part of the conference today.  Northern Illinois (which had been part of the MAC for 30 years) is leaving this fall to become part of the Mountain West Conference. In a couple of curious moves, the Mid-American Conference has added two new members recently. UMass – The 2025 addition of the University of Massachusetts (which is at least in regional proximity to longtime MAC member Buffalo) was rather questionable.  Athletic success at Umass has been nearly invisible over the past decade.  After just one year in the MAC, the Minutemen have been a net negative in sports for the Mid-American Conference.  Grade: D- Sacramento State – Seriously?  Yes, the Mid-American Conference will add this longtime FCS member from California to its football schedules this fall.  Sacramento (the #20 TV market) is 2,500 miles from the middle of Ohio. The Hornets will be a football-only member of the Mid-American Conference.  For the usually stable MAC, this is a rather bizarre expansion move.  Grade: F MAC overall grade for expansion:  D- Mountain West Conference (Mountain West) The Mountain West has survived a few departure tremors in recent years.  Of the nine Mountain West members 20 years ago, only Air Force, New Mexico, UNLV, and Wyoming remain.  Let’s review the teams which have come aboard since 2006. Hawaii – The Rainbow Warriors (2012) have posted winning football records in just four of their 14 seasons in the Mountain West.  The other athletic squads are nearly invisible in the post-season tournaments.  Hawaii remains a dream road trip destination for visiting teams and their fans, though.  Grade: C- Nevada – At least the men’s basketball team has appeared in the NCAA March Madness event five times over the past nine seasons.  Otherwise, fans of the Nevada Wolfpack (which joined the Mountain West in 2012) haven’t had much to howl about lately.  Grade: C- North Dakota State – This former FCS division powerhouse football program is stepping-up to play against the big boys beginning this fall.  The move is for football only. The Bison are a terrific geographic fit for the Mountain West Conference, too.  This makes sense.  Grade: A Northern Illinois – The Huskies will join the Mountain West this fall after 30 years in the Mid-American Conference.  Northern Illinois’ sports resume has weakened in recent years.  Other than bringing the #3 TV market (Chicago) to the Mountain West, this move makes little sense.  Grade: D San Jose State – The Spartans (members since 2013) have appeared in four bowl games over the past decade.  On the other hand, the men’s basketball team has won just 33% of its conference games over the past 13 years.  Grade: C- UTEP – This longtime Conference USA member joins the Mountain West this fall.  UTEP’s football team has been downright awful in recent years.  Despite a sports slump, UTEP bring strong fan support from the El Paso area.  They should be a fine geographic fit for the Mountain West.  Grade: C Mountain West overall grade for expansion:  C Sun Belt Conference (Sun Belt) The Sun Belt has been nicknamed the “Junior SEC”.  This conference has grown from 10 members in 2006 to 14 today. Only Arkansas State, Louisiana-Lafayette, South Alabama, Troy, and UL-Monroe remain from 2006. Appalachian State – The Mountaineers (members since 2014) have been a top football contender in the Sun Belt.  Their enthusiastic fans make road trips to Boone, North Carolina a fun stop.  Grade: B Coastal Carolina – Speaking of fun stops, how about a visit to Myrtle Beach to play Coastal Carolina?  The 2017 Sun Belt addition of the Chanticleers has been a terrific addition for the conference.  Coastal’s football team has played in six straight bowl games.  The baseball team won the men’s College World Series in 2016.  Grade: A Georgia Southern – Would it surprise you to learn that the Golden Eagles from Statesboro, Georgia have played in seven bowl games over the past eight seasons?  The other sports programs at Georgia Southern need to step it up.  Grade: B Georgia State – The 2013 addition of the Panthers from Atlanta has not added a lot of sports notoriety.  However, the men’s basketball program has earned four invitations to March Madness in the past 11 seasons.  Grade: C Louisiana Tech – The Bulldogs paid dearly ($8 million) to escape Conference USA beginning this fall.  Louisiana Tech brings several highly competitive sports teams. They are a perfect geographic addition to the Sun Belt Conference Western division.  Grade: A Marshall – This begins Marshall’s fourth year in the Sun Belt Conference.  The Thundering Herd has been a top football competitor and competes well in other major sports.  Grade: B Old Dominion – ODU came into the Sun Belt in 2022.  The Monarchs from Norfolk, VA posted a nifty 10-3 football record in 2025.  Old Dominion has been relatively quiet in its other sports, though.  Grade: C Southern Miss – The Golden Eagles (Sun Belt members since 2022) have been a dominant team in recent NCAA college baseball post-season tournaments.  Last season’s 2025 football team improved from a miserable 1-11 record in 2024 to a hopeful 7-6 mark.  Grade: B Sun Belt overall grade for expansion:  B+ Bonus Conference!  The newly revived Pac-12 Conference “states” its case in 2026 The most prominent names of the long-time Pac-12 Conference bolted for better TV money into the Big Ten and ACC in 2024.  That left holdovers Oregon State and Washington State “homeless”.  The Beavers and Cougars have bagged a few top teams from the Mountain West Conference to help them rebuild the Pac-12 starting this fall. Boise State is the biggest name coming to the new Pac-12.  The Broncos have fielded a nationally ranked football program several times in the past few decades. Other Mountain West migrants include Colorado State, Fresno State, San Diego State, and Washington State. Texas State (formerly of the Sun Belt Conference) will also join the Pac-12 this fall. In case you didn’t notice, each of the eight new Pac-12 schools has the last name of “State”! Summary Only the Sun Belt Conference has earned a positive score (B+) from SwampSwami among the “Group of Five” mid-major conferences. The Sun Belt is the only major college athletic conference opting to maintain two divisions (East and West) to minimize travel expenses for its member schools and lessen the travel impact on their student/athletes.  Bravo! The post Grading the Mid-Major Conference expansions – Part 2 appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.

Jim takes your calls and discusses Conor McGregor’s injury against Max Holloway. Do you think Conor McGregor was hurt when he walked into the octagon? Is Tyler Herro a coward for anonymously talking badly about Bam Adabayo online, or is Bam out of line fighting with a teammate? Do you have a problem with OU moving their first game to a Friday night? Should the OU Athletic Department weigh the poor baseball regular season or the CWS Championship more heavily?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this college football podcast episode, we continue our 2026 Group of Six conference previews by breaking down the resurrected Pac-12, the new-look Mountain West and a wide-open Conference USA. We start with Boise State’s move into the Pac-12 and discuss whether the Broncos are truly a College Football Playoff threat or simply the best team in their new neighborhood. From there, we examine the cases for Fresno State, San Diego State, Texas State and Washington State, along with the conference’s unusual plan to flex matchups during the final week of the regular season. The Mountain West has undergone an even more dramatic transformation, with North Dakota State making the jump to FBS and Northern Illinois and UTEP entering the league. Can NDSU immediately contend with UNLV and New Mexico? Does Hawaii have enough around Micah Alejado to make a run? And can Air Force, Wyoming or one of the conference’s rebuilding programs force its way into the race? We also venture into Conference USA, where Western Kentucky may be the preseason favorite, but Jacksonville State, Kennesaw State, Liberty and several recent FBS arrivals give us plenty of reasons to question the established order. Finally, we bolt independent UConn onto the end of the preview and explore Jason Candle’s attempt to rebuild a roster that lost nearly everything from last season. Timestamps:0:00 - Intro5:05 - Pac-12 Conference Preview38:44 - Mountain West Conference Preview1:09:55 - CUSA Conference Preview1:27:24 - UConn Football PreviewSupport the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sooners Illustrated's Josh Callaway, Collin Kennedy and Brody Lusk break down all the latest recruiting news for Oklahoma including the commitment of 2027 safety Bode Sparrow, the latest developments with 2028 quarterback target Trey Tagliaferri and more. 0:00 - Sooners Illustrated Podcast Ep. 282 1:06 - Opener vs UTEP moved up one day 8:30 - Commit: 2027 4-Star ATH Bode Sparrow 16:04 - OU misses on 2027 EDGE Uhila Wolfgramm 26:21 - OU adds to recruiting staff, set to keep battling in Utah 33:53 - OU 2028 QB target Trey Tagliaferri decommits from Notre Dame 44:40 - Sooners Illustrated site and show announcements

We have a kickoff time announced as OU will kickoff their season Friday Sept. 4 at 7pm vs UTEP Follow the Sports Animal on Facebook, Instagram and X PLUS The Morning Animals on XListen to past episodes HERESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oklahoma Football shifts its season opener vs. UTEP to Friday.

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Did you know UTEP is allowing fans to pick the times for their home football games?

Join Jordan, Pitt Girl, Commish and Big Sky Brigit, along with our VP of Podcast Production, Arthur. We continue with our World Cup coverage, Messi is pretty good and now holds the Men's and Women's World Cup scoring record for now.., ROCK CHALK ALGERIA, Mbappe chasing Messi in scoring, Iraq gives up an Oh No Disaster Goal, Norway and Senegal, we continue to Stan for Uzbekistan with their TAILGATE PLOV, England wasn't Ghana score thanks to a Witch Doctor? Tough break for Panama, how do you decide who gets on the ground for a free kick? Jordan sings Boomer Sooner for Oklahoma's MCWS win, WVU wins the Jell-O Shot title, No Supplmental Sorsby, All MASCOTS ANNOUNCED, ULM the lowest rated team in EA CFB 27? what time do you prefer your UTEP football, a Tall Girl for the Tempo, and oh so much, much more!Join our Patreon for just $3 or $5 a month. https://www.patreon.com/cw/SickosCommitteeBuy some of our merch 20% Off our Sickos FC Soccer Collection (only this collection) with Code WorldCup from https://thesickoscommittee-shop.fourthwall.com/NEW SICKOS FC JERSEYS FOR SALE https://oliveandyork.com/products/sickos-fcCheck out our Linktree for all our discount codes https://linktr.ee/sickoscommitteeSubscribe to our blog at https://sickos-newsletter.beehiiv.com/Subscribe to our YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@sickoscommitteeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trey Biddy of Hawg Sports looks at the latest Arkansas developments. Chuck and Heath discuss the NCAA changing the eligibility standards to an age based system going forward. CBS Sports National CFB reporter Brandon Marcello discusses the latest developments in CFB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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THE AFTER PARTY IS BACK. And on this one we feature the new girls of Cincy Street. They tell about their bartending journey to Cincy Street, give us their latest relationship tea and our boy Gee asks them some crazy questions! Follow us on social media @AaronScenesAfterParty

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Johnny to continue his Mountain West memory tour. The Broncos didn't do a lot of losing during their 15 seasons in the MW - but some of those losses will sting forever. From TCU in 2011 to UTEP in 2022 and Colorado State in 2023 - which one hurt the most?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Johnny to continue his Mountain West memory tour. The Broncos didn't do a lot of losing during their 15 seasons in the MW - but some of those losses will sting forever. From TCU in 2011 to UTEP in 2022 and Colorado State in 2023 - which one hurt the most?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is the potential for copper mineralization in the northern Peruvian Andes?  Could uranium be important in the future of South America?   Today's episode features two of the top SEG 2025 Student Podcast Challenge entries.  First, we are featuring the third place team from the competition, the students at the National University of Engineering in Lima, Peru. SEG 2026 Student Podcast ChallengeChapter 1: The potential for copper mineralization in the northern Peruvian Andes: Support for the sustainable green energy transitionNational University of Engineering in Lima, Peru.Hosts,  Milagros Del Rosario De la Cruz Chanco and Erick Ronaldo Romani Pongo  Production Team, Jean Pierre Avendaño Quispe, Felipe Ramiro Robles Salvador, Antonio Chavez Anccasi, Nicolas Valentino Bances Camacho, Jhonny Angelo Urbano Ramos, Lorena Naydelin Rojas Hernandez, Jerry Junnior Ramirez Guadalupe We address Peru's role in the global energy transition and its relevance as the world's third largest copper producer, with 10% of the world's reserves. The southern region dominates production, while the north, despite hosting important projects, remains underdeveloped due to socio-environmental conflicts, lack of infrastructure and a historical bias in exploration. Geologist Pedro Reyes proposes three strategies to reverse this situation: expanding exploration in poorly studied areas, analysing geological transitions between epithermal and porphyry deposits, and evaluating new mineralised styles in the north. He also stresses that the success of these projects depends not only on technical aspects, but also on adequate social management. Finally, he emphasizes that the future of the sector depends on innovation and the training of new generations capable of discovering and exploiting Peru's enormous copper potential, especially in the northern Andes.Chapter 2: Uranium in Latin America: Powering the Future?University of El Paso TexasHosts,  Paola Salas, Aaron Atkins and Bardo Tavizon Editor, Daniel Castano MadrigalIn this episode Paola, Bardo, and Aaron, representing the SEG Student Chapter at UTEP, dive into the exciting possibilities of uranium in shaping the region's energy landscape. Their discussion highlights its vital role as a low-carbon alternative in our global energy mix. While it's true that the public often associates nuclear energy with past disasters and weapons, the hosts shine a light on the technological advancements that are making nuclear energy safer and more sustainable today.The conversation shifts to the immense potential of Latin America, with Brazil, Mexico, and Argentina standing out as key players due to their uranium reserves and growing interest in nuclear power. Yet, they also address the challenges ahead, including environmental concerns, political instability, and public scepticism. The presenters stress the importance of responsible mining, open communication, and investment in education to tackle these issues. In the end, they present uranium as a promising avenue toward a cleaner energy future, provided we approach its development thoughtfully and inclusively.SEG Minerals - Discovery to Recovery  theme music is Confluence, by Eastwinds.EastwindsCome join us in Salt Lake City, Utah for SEG 2026, September 30th to October 3rd. You can expect world-class technical content, including iconic ore deposits and the geological processes of North American Cordillera. The program balances applied case studies, framework geology, and technological innovation. The conference offers a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and help shape the future of economic geology. See you there.

It's a Sunday Funday edition of the After Party! And for this one we got the return of Marcy! She comes on as we reminisce on Jaguars Gentlemen's Club, the most she's made in one night as a dancer and dumps some trauma on the podcast. Follow us on social media @AaronScenesAfterParty

We're live on 4/20 from our sponsors Apogee in Sunland Park NM! And on this one we bring on our boy 3am as we catch up with him and he shares some of his most recent projects. Plus he tells us all about his crazy Las Vegas work schedule, doing work for the World Cup and he tells us some of his DJ do's and don'ts! And the OG cohost Marky Mark stops by for a little edible action. Follow us on social media @AaronScenesAfterParty