Her Y

In this episode, we hear from Sara Hill, the wife of BYU Football defensive coordinator Jay Hill, as she shares her powerful journey through a cancer diagnosis and recovery. Sara discusses moving from Weber State to BYU, the support she received from her community during her battle with Hodgkin's lymphoma, and how her faith and family helped her stay strong. Her story is one of resilience, love, and the incredible impact of a supportive community.

Join us as BYU women's soccer head coach Jennifer Rockwood reflects on her remarkable 30-year career, the evolution of the program, and the challenges and triumphs of leading her team through their first year in the Big 12 Conference. She shares her insights on her coaching philosophy, the growth of women's athletics, and the importance of developing strong, confident athletes both on and off the field. You won't want to miss this!

In this episode, Coach Tamber McAllister discusses her plans as the new head coach of BYU swim and dive after a long tenure as an assistant coach for the program. She reflects on her coaching career, her close relationship with former head coach Shari Skabelund, and her transition into the head coaching role. Tamber reminisces about her own Olympic Trials experience in 2000 and the joy of seeing her athletes reach the same milestone! She shares her personal history with swimming, influenced by her mother who was also her coach, and how that relationship pushed her to be a better athlete at the time, and now a coach.

Gretchen Hoekstre is a powerful woman who wants to empower women. The BYU Track and Field star joins the Her Y podcast to talk about overcoming anxiety, falling in love with weight training, and achieving her long-held goal of breaking the all-time BYU school record in the discus. And she has a strong message for women: love your body.

Listen to Gretchen's empowering story of embracing her physical and mental strength while promoting a more positive self-image!

Jaslyn Gardner reflects on completing her last track and field season at BYU and her most recent accomplishments. She broke two school records at her senior meet and has taken the title of the fastest female sprinter in BYU history! Jaslyn chose to compete at BYU for an extra year and we are so glad she did. We hear about her struggles with injuries and setbacks, but how she kept pushing and fighting for the sport she loves.

Join us for an inspiring episode with BYU gymnast Mina Margraf as she shares her journey from starting gymnastics in Japan to competing at the Big 12 Championship and helping her team beat Boise State. Hear about her challenges, including surgeries for a vascular anomaly and overcoming torn elbows, and her triumphant return to competition. Mina also opens up about her sexuality, the support she's received, and fostering inclusivity.

Her Y, hosted by Lauren McClain, focuses solely on the women who have played and coached the BYU sports we love to watch. We will celebrate their triumphs in the field of play and dig deep to discuss the setbacks in their athletic careers and everyday lives. The stories they tell will inspire and enlighten sports fans and non-sports fans alike. It’s time these Cougars get the attention they deserve.

In this episode, we sit down with Brecken, a rising star of the Utah Royals soccer team, as she shares her journey into the professional world of soccer. From the exhilaration of being picked 4th in the NWSL draft to the daily grind of meeting professional expectations, Brecken opens up about the challenges and triumphs along the way. She candidly discusses her battle with depression that began in her freshman year at UCLA, her ongoing efforts to combat negative thinking, and how she balances her demanding career with her personal life and family. Tune in to hear how Brecken's fighting spirit and dedication are a testament to her younger self, proving that she is more than enough. Don't miss this inspiring conversation!

Her Y, hosted by Lauren McClain, focuses solely on the women who have played and coached the BYU sports we love to watch. We will celebrate their triumphs in the field of play and dig deep to discuss the setbacks in their athletic careers and everyday lives. The stories they tell will inspire and enlighten sports fans and non-sports fans alike. It’s time these Cougars get the attention they deserve.

In part two of this interview with Whitney Johnson Catt, BYU’s Associate Athletic Director of Student-Athlete Development, Diversity, and Inclusion, reflects on her journey through basketball, navigating tough conversations, and how her experiences have shaped her approach to diversity work. Whitney shares how growing up in Utah and later moving to Alabama influenced her understanding of identity. She also emphasizes the importance of empathy, building relationships, and integrating Christlike principles into her daily work at BYU.