Cougar Sports Saturday (BYU)
All things BYU sports - Cougar football, basketball and more, plus commentary on other sports both amateur and professional.
Episodes
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Best of Cougar Sports Saturday - April 20, 2024
Catch the best of Cougar Sports Saturday with Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte from April 20, 2024.
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Cougar Tales: New Cougartail wrapper and 2024 College Football rule changes
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte talk about the new and improved Cougartail wrapper and rule changes we will see this football season with a two-minute warning, helmet communication and tablets on the sidelines.
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What things will new BYU head coach Kevin Young bring with him from the Phoenix Suns?
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte discuss what they think newly named head coach Kevin Young will bring BYU from his time coaching in the pro ranks.
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Thoughts on the NHL coming to Utah
Mitch Harper, Matt Baiamonte and producer Nate Slack share their thoughts on Ryan Smith purchasing the Arizona Coyotes and bringing them to Utah.
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Top 5: The five leading scorers from BYU basketball the last five seasons
In this week's Top 5 competition, Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte race to name the five leading scorers from the last five BYU men's basketball teams.
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BYU QB Jake Retzlaff is optimistic for this season heading into summer workouts
Matt Baiamonte caught up with BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff at the final practice of spring ball. Hear what he has to say as the players begin summer workouts.
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Assistant coach candidates and transfer portal activity for BYU basketball
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte discuss Dallin Hall, Richie Saunders, Aly Khalifa, Collin Chandler, and Jaxson Robinson who have been impacted by the BYU coaching change, as well as who BYU could bring in as assistant coaches.
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Former guard Jake Toolson is excited for the future of BYU basketball
Former BYU basketball player Jake Toolson joined Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte, and talks about how excited he is for the hire of Kevin Young and the future of BYU basketball.
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Overreaction / Under the Radar to BYU Basketball hiring Kevin Young
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte share their overreactions and under the radar topics when it comes to the hire of Kevin Young.
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Reacting to the Kevin Young press conference
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte react to the Wednesday press conference where Kevin Young was announced as the head coach.
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Suns assistant coach Kevin Young named new head coach of BYU Basketball
BYU announced the hiring of its newest head coach, Kevin Young from the Phoenix Suns. Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte share their thoughts on the hire.
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Takeaways From Kevin Young's Introductory Press Conference
Mitch Harper, Matt Baiamonte, and Nate Slack chat inside the Marriott Center after BYU basketball head coach Kevin Young held his introductory press conference.
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Best of Cougar Sports Saturday - April 13, 2024
Mark Pope is now the head coach of the Kentucky Wildcats. What is next for BYU basketball? Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte break it all down on this week's show.
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This week's edition of Cougar Tales
Mitch Harper shares some of the highlights from around the BYU athletic department, including a big win at No. 2 Oklahoma for the softball team, in this week's edition of Cougar Tales.
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Who should be contacted first in the coaching search?
Mitch Harper runs down the list of coaches he think should be contacted first by BYU as they look to find a replacement for Mark Pope.
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What does BYU need out of its next head coach?
What are someof the key things BYU should look for in its next head coach? Mitch Harper explains here.
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Analyzing the state of the basketball program
The departure of Mark Pope has already resulted in a number of players entering the transfer portal. How quick can BYU hire a replacement?
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Does BYU need to open up the coaching pool?
Though it's not a policy, BYU has historically only hired coaches who are members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Should they look entertain the idea of hiring a coach who is not a member of the church? Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte share their thoughts.
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Top 5 players of importance to retain
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte rank the top five players from next year's projected squad that BYU needs to keep in Provo.
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Reacting to players in the portal
Following the departure of Coach Pope, so far, Aly Khalifa and Dallin Hall have entered the portal. What are the chances they come back, and who could be next? Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte discuss here.
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Tom Holmoe urges fans to donate to the NIL Collective
BYU athletic director Tom Holmoe recently encouraged fans to donate to the NIL collective. Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte give their feedback on his message to fans.
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Who are the sneaky candidates for the coaching vacancy?
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte share who they think could be a sneaky pick to fill the head coaching vacancy at BYU.
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Roster outlook for next season
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte forecast what the BYU basketball roster could look like next season. Who's out? Who stays?
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Diving into the candidates
Who are the leading candidates to be the next head coach of BYU basktball? Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte discuss.
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Mark Pope leaves for Kentucky. What's next?
BYU basketball's head coach of five years, Mark Pope, is now headed to coach at his alma mater, Kentucky. What's next for BYU hoops?
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Best of Cougar Sports Saturday - March 30, 2024
The best of Cougar Sports Saturday from Easter weekend on March 30, 2024.
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Was Big 12 Pro Day an upgrade from BYU Pro Day?
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte share their thoughts on the Big 12's first Big 12 Pro Day and discuss whether or not it was a better product than the Pro Day BYU put on.
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Interview with BYU safety Ethan Slade
Ethan Slade is someone that has been singled out by coaches for having a great spring camp. Matt Baiamonte spoke with him following practice earlier this week.
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Talking defensive line with DL coach Sione Po'uha
Mitch Harper was able to talk with defensive line coach Sione Po'uha earlier this week. Catch that conversation here!
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Top 5: Five leading receivers from 2023
In this week's Top 5 battle, Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte race to name the five leading receivers from 2023 in order.
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What we learned from spring ball
Spring ball wrapped up this week, so Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte talk about what they learned in the limited observation windows they saw.
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Best of Cougar Sports Saturday - March 23, 2024
The best of Cougar Sports Saturday from March 23, 2024.
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Final thoughts on BYU's loss to Duquesne
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte take one last look at the BYU Duquesne game from Thrusday morning.
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BYU RB Hinckley Ropati Is Happy To Back From Injury For 2024 Season
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte caught up with Hinckley Roptai who missed last season due to a knee injury. Hear what Ropati has to say now that he's been cleared to return to full contact.
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Talking with BYU offensive line coach TJ Woods
Mitch Harper spoke with BYU offensive line coach TJ Woods at the Alumni Game Friday night.
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Mark Durrant joins live to talk about the NCAA Tournament loss
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte are joined live by BYU Sports Network analyst Mark Durant to share his insight from the season that was for BYU basketball.
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Top 5: Which 5 players have hit 5+ threes in an NCAA Tournament game?
Jaxson Robinson joined a short list of BYU players to have hit 5+ threes in an NCAA Tournament game in the Cougars' loss on Thursday. For today's Top 5, Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte try to name the five BYU players to have hit 5+ threes in an NCAA Tournament game.
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Taking an early look at next year's basketball roster
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte take an early look at how next year's basketball team will look.
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Inconsistent officiating has hurt college basketball & Talking March Madness
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte sound off on officiating and discuss whether or not the Big 12 was the best conference in the nation this year.
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BYU defensive tackle John Nelson is back from injury
Matt Baiamonte spoke with BYU defensive lineman John Nelson who is back from injury.
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Linebacker coach Justin Ena is excited about the talent in the LB room
Mitch Harper caught up with BYU linebacker coach Justin Ena at the Alumni Game on Friday night. Hear what he has to say about the linebacker group at this point of spring ball.
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What does BYU need to do to find more success in the NCAA Tournament?
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte dive into what BYU needs to do next year to be in a better position to make a run in March.
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BYU bounced in the First Round of the NCAA Tournament
BYU was upset by Duquesne in the First Round of the NCAA Tournament. Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte discuss what went wrong.
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Best of Cougar Sports Saturday - March 16, 2024
It's almost time for March Madness! Join Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte as they talk about the Cougars' chances at a potential run this month, as well as hearing interviews with defensive coordinator Jay Hill and tight end Coach Kevin Gilbride.
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Forecasting Where BYU Basketball Lands In March Madness
BYU is a lock for this year's NCAA Tournament, but where will they be seeded, where will they play, and who will be their first opponent? Listen to Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte break down the Cougars' chances in March.
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Conversation with tight end coach Kevin Gilbride
While Mitch was in Kansas City for the baketball tournament, Matt had a chance to catch up with tight end coach Kevin Gilbride. Hear that conversation here.
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Jay Hill joins live after a spring scrimmage concludes
Defensive coordinator Jay Hill joins Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte live following a spring scrimmage to give some insights on the Cougar defense after three weeks of spring ball.
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Recapping BYU's first Big 12 Basketball Tournament
The Cougars went 1-1 in the Big 12 Tournament after defeating UCF in Round 1 and losing to Texas Tech in Round 2. Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte share their takeaways.
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Big 12 Tournament BYU vs UCF - Extended Pregame
Join Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte for extended pregame coverage for BYU vs UCF in the Second Round of the Big 12 Tournament.
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Best of Cougar Sports Saturday - March 9, 2024
Catch the highlights from Cougar Sports Saturday on March 9, 2024.
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Score Predictions: BYU vs Oklahoma State
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte give their score predictions for BYU's revenge game against Oklahoma State in a soldout Marriott Center.
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Former BYU Basketball Star Jake Toolson Is Excited For This Year's Team
Former BYU guard Jake Toolson joins Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte to share his thoughts on this year's hoops squad.
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3-Pointer: Key stats, players to watch, bold predictions for BYU vs Oklahoma State
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte give their key stats, players to watch, and bold predictions for BYU's regular season finale against Oklahoma State.
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Jake Retzlaff's thoughts on the QB battle
Mitch Harper had a good conversation with Jake Retzlaff about the quarterback battle and how the offense has been looking one week into spring camp.
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Catching up with WR coach and passing game coordinator Fesi Sitake
Matt Baiamonte spoke with wide receiver coach and passing game coordinator Fesi Sitake earlier this week. Hear what Fesi says is his unit's greatest strength this year as the Cougars gear up for the 2024 season.
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Top 5: Last 5 players to drop 30+ in a game
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte battle in this week's Top 5 - who were the last five players to score 30+ in a game?
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Observations from another week of spring football
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte were in Provo for a couple of days earlier this week to watch BYU football practice. Hear their takeaways here.
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Final thoughts on #Big12Eats
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte finish discussing the list of food items on this year's #Big12Eats menu.
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Breaking down this year's #Big12Eats at the Big 12 Tournament
The team-specific Big 12 Tournament menu has been shared for this season. Find out what this year's food items include.
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1-on-1 with Noah Waterman
Noah Waterman is listed as a senior on this year's roster, but won't be honored at Senior Day tonight. Mitch Harper caught up with him earlier this week to hear why Waterman is confident he'll be back in Provo next season.
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Could BYU be looking for a new basketball coach this offseason?
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte discuss which schools could interested in hiring Mark Pope, and what the odds are that he actually leaves.
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What went wrong in the second half at Iowa State?
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte take a look back at the Iowa State loss on Wednesday night.
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Best of Cougar Sports Saturday - March 2, 2024
WIth BYU hoops coming off an all-time win over Kansas and football starting spring practices, today's show is a loaded one. Catch the best of Cougar Sports Saturday from March 2, 2024.
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Score predictions for BYU vs TCU
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte share their score predictions for another sell out in the Marriott Center.
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Catching up with assistant coach Kahil Fennel
Mitch Harper caught up with assistant coach Kahil Fennell after the Cougars upset Kansas in Lawrence. Hear what the coach has to say about BYU as they begin play in March.
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3-Pointer: Key stats, players to watch, bold predictions for BYU vs TCU
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte each share key stats, players to watch, and bold predictions for BYU vs TCU.
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Player comments from Day 1 of spring football practices
Hear comments made by Kalani Sitake, Jake Retzlaff, Gerry Bohanon, and Tyler Batty at practice earlier this week.
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Top 5: The 5 current BYU QBs to have thrown the most recent touchdown passes
In this week's Top 5 battle, Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte are tasked to name the five current BYU QBs to have thrown a touchdown pass in a game most recently.
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Observations from Day 1 of Spring Ball
Believe it or not, spring practices began earlier this week. Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte attended the media observation period; hear what they came away with.
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NCAA Tournament bracket projection update
Selection Sunday is just a couple of weeks away! Get updated with the latest bracket projections. What are the chances BYU can play the first couple of rounds in Salt Lake? Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte share their thoughts.
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Conversation with Spencer Johnson
Spencer Johnson had a wild week beating No. 11 Baylor, becoming a father, and beating No. 7 Kansas. Catch his convo with Matt Baiamonte!
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Was the Kansas win the best in BYU basketball history?
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte continue to talk about BYU winning at Kansas and ask, is this the best win in BYU basketball history?
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Taking a look back at BYU's win over No. 7 Kansas
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte share their biggest take aways from BYU's big win at No. 7 Kansas earlier this week.
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BONUS: Conversation with BYU guard Spencer Johnson
Matt Baiamonte spoke with BYU guard Spencer Johnson this week at practice.
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Best of Cougar Sports Saturday - February 10, 2024
Catch the best of Cougar Sports Saturday from February 10, 2024.
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Score Predictions: Kansas State @ BYU
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte give their score predictions for tonight's game between BYU and the Kansas State Wildcats.
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BYU assistant basketball coach Collin Terry happy to be at BYU
Mitch Harper caught up with BYU assistant basketball coach Collin Terry at the Marriott Center Annex earlier this week.
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2024 Position Preview: Defensive Line & Linebacker
The defensive line appeared to be a big point of emphasis this signing day. Get to know some of the names Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte expect to contribute right away.
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2024 Position Preview: Safety & Defensive Back
The safety room is full of players who have played a bunch of snaps, but which players start? And who replaces Eddie Heckard and Kamden Garrett at corner? Listen as Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte preview the BYU secondary.
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Super Bowl Predictions
Mitch Harper, Matt Baiamonte and Nate Slack share who they think will win the Super Bowl tomorrow night.
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Top 5: Total Tacklers Since 2000
For this week's Top 5, Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte battle to see who can name the 5 players with the most total tackles since 2000.
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Transfer QB Gerry Bohanon talks about his journey to BYU
Former Baylor/USF quarterback Gerry Bohanon joins Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte to talk about his decision to transfer to BYU and gives an update on his health.
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2024 Position Preview: Running Backs & Offensive Line
Who are the guys that will be carrying the rock for the Cougars in 2024? Listen to Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte go over the running back and offensive line groups.
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BYU Football Spring Position Preview: Quarterbacks
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte share their confidence level with the quarterback room in 2024 and pick who they think will start in Game 1 and who could be a potential sleeper.
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2024 Position Preview: Tight End & Wide Receiver
Dive into the 2024 BYU tight end & wide receiver position groups with Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte.
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Recapping 2024 BYU Football Signing Day
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte share who they think the best HS product is & who may be the hidden gem from this year's signing class. Hear from Kalani about the importance of getting involved in recruiting battles and his intial thoughts on some of the top signees.
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Best of Cougar Sports Saturday - February 3, 2024
Catch the best of Cougar Sports Saturday with Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte from February 3, 2024.
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Score Predictions: BYU @ West Virginia
Mitch Harper, Matt Baiamonte, and producer Nate Slack share score predictions for BYU @ West Virginia.
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KSL TV's Sam Farnsworth hops on to talk BYU football, hoops, & Super Bowl
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte are joined by Sam Farnsworth of KSL TV to talk about the BYU football schedule, this year's hoops squad, and preview the upcoming Super Bowl.
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Mark Pope commentary leading up to West Virginia game
Catch a portion of the weekly press conference with BYU head coach Mark Pope as the team prepares to take on West Virginia.
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Three-Pointer: BYU @ West Virginia
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte share a key stat, player to watch, and bold prediction for this afternoon's matchup between BYU and West Virginia.
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What's with the SEC & Big Ten creating a college sports advisory committee?
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte discuss the report from Pete Thamel that says the SEC & Big Ten are creating an advisory committee that will look at the entire college sports landscape and solutions within it.
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Top 5: Best shot blockers in BYU basketball history
Producer Nate Slack jumps in to host this week's Top 5 battle between Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte. Who are the top 5 shot blockers in BYU basketball history?
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Conversation with BYU assistant coach Cody Fueger
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte have an exclusive interview with BYU hoops assistant coach Cody Fueger leading up to the West Virginia game. Hear what things have surprised him as BYU made the jump to the Big 12 and what guys have impressed him most this season.
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Jimmer Fredette talks BYU hoops, broadcasting debut, 3x3 future at the Olympics
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte are joined by BYU legend Jimmer Fredette to talk BYU hoops and the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris.
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Reaction to the 2024 BYU football schedule
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte react to the release of the 2024 Big 12 football conference schedule. Are there advantages to BYU playing Utah in early November as opposed to the last week of the season?
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Best of Cougar Sports Saturday - January 20, 2024
Catch the best of Cougar Sports Saturday with Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte from January 20, 2024.
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Score Predictions: No. 20 BYU @ No. 25 Texas Tech
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte share their score predictions for today's game.
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3-Pointer: Key stats, players to watch, bold predictions for BYU @ Texas Tech
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte share their key stats, players to watch, bold predictions for BYU @ Texas Tech.
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Weekly press conference with BYU head coach Mark Pope
Catch the highlights of this week's weekly press conference with the head man Mark Pope.