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Imagine snubbing Kentucky's bluebloods for Provo loyalty—Rob Wright did just that, flipping the script on transfer drama. Then Wahlin circles back from Clemson to his roots. This pod dives into why BYU fans are losing it

In a whirlwind week for BYU basketball, star point guard Rob Wright III—the portal's No. 1 PG who dazzled with 18.1 points, 4.6 assists, and 41% from three last season—withdrew after a Kentucky visit to recommit to the Cougars, sparking rafters buzz. Sealing the excitement, Provo native and ex-Clemson forward Jake Wahlin (6-10, one year left) transferred home, adding frontcourt size and shooting after starting 29 games for the Tigers. These moves supercharge Kevin Young's roster rebuild

BYU basketball lands a massive double coup: Rob Wright III pulls a portal U-turn, ditching Kentucky to stay in Provo and chase Cougar legacy (rafters talk incoming?). Plus, Clemson transfer Jake Wahlin (6-10 forward, Provo kid) commits home, boosting frontcourt firepower with his 3-point stroke. We're hyped—join the breakdown on what this means for Kevin Young's squad next season!

Collin Chandler is finally in Provo and Tyler Betsey is on the way, so the boys break down what BYU’s newest weapons really bring to the Cougars on both ends of the floor. They dive into whether Aleksej Kostić was actually “pushed out,” how the guard room politics played out, and what it says about Kevin Young’s vision for the roster. Then they each build a BYU basketball starting five using only players from the current roster, debate fit versus talent, and argue over who should have the ball in their hands when it really matters.

College basketball isn’t just changing—it’s getting picked apart. In this episode, we break down how the transfer portal is quietly stealing from the sport we love, from roster continuity to fan connection. Then we zoom in on Provo and talk through the six BYU players hitting the portal and how much panic (or optimism) Cougar Nation should actually have right now. Stick around to hear where we think BYU goes from here—and whether the portal era is ruining college hoops or just exposing who’s really serious about winning.

We’re recapping the wild BYU hoops season from start to finish. We hand out fake awards, debate the best games and plays, and talk through the biggest surprises and “what if” moments. Ruby “The Rob” Winget joins the show to dish on her favorite Cougs, clutch performances, and where this team goes next.

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The boys are back with a full BYU guessing game episode, putting their Cougar knowledge on the line in a bunch of ridiculous, rapid-fire challenges. From stat lines and historic moments to random Big 12 storylines and “there’s no way that’s real” trivia, we see who actually knows BYU sports and who’s just vibes. Play along, keep score, and find out which of the boys is the real BYU junkie by the end of the episode.

BYU journalism prof and reporting legend Othello Richards joins Hike the Y straight from the 2026 Big 12 Tournament in Kansas City. He breaks down BYU's epic 10-seed upset over K-State (shoutout AJ Dybantsa's 40!), the Cougs' tough Houston battle, and exclusive locker room chats with players across the league.​​

The glass "clear court" LED floor sparked chaos—slips, Texas Tech injuries, fan backlash, and a mid-tourney hardwood swap after coaches revolted. Othello shares raw player reactions, safety gripes, and if it truly leveled the semis play.

Plus, his pro tips for nailing interviews, Big 12 vibes, and untold BYU nuggets before Selection Sunday. Must-listen for Cougar fans chasing March Madness.

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BYU is back on the big stage, and we’re planting our flag on upset island. In this episode, we break down the Cougars’ matchup with Texas, why the styles and numbers actually favor BYU, and which players have to go off for the Cougs to dance into the Round of 32. We talk bracket chaos, potential hero moments, and whether BYU is about to become everyone’s favorite March Madness bracket buster.

BYU just put the Big 12 on notice, and we’re breaking it all down. We recap the Cougars’ surge in Kansas City, from AJ Dybantsa lighting up the tournament to BYU proving it can hang with the league’s best. Then we pivot to March Madness: projected seed, dream and nightmare matchups, and how far we think BYU can actually go in the bracket this year.

BYU closed the Marriott Center for the season with a badly needed 82–76 upset of No. 10 Texas Tech, snapping a three‑game skid and reminding everyone this team is still terrifying on the right night. We break down Robert Wright III’s insane second‑half takeover, how the Cougars finally figured out the paint and the tempo, and why this might be the exact confidence jolt they needed heading into Kansas City. Then we zoom out to talk Big 12 tournament paths, BYU’s seeding and upset odds, and just how far this team can actually go if the good version shows up.

Dive into Big 12 hoops: Which teams are busts waiting to flop? Cinderellas ready to shock? Or true contenders for the crown? Sharp analytics, bold predictions, and guest insights break it all down