In this shortened version of the TLVP, Reily Chestnut gets to chat with Hilltopper libero Abby Schaefer about her transformation since she became the main libero back in 2022. Along with her growth, they discuss the journey this team has undergone to repeat as league champions for the 6th straight campaign. In a conversation centered around everything from life after volleyball to overcoming adversity, this chat is can't-miss.

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Hosts Randy Lee and Terry Obee with Head Coach Tyson Helton, Athletic Director Todd Stewart, Quarterback CadenVeltkamp, and Special Teams Coordinator Andy LaRussa heading into the Hilltoppers' homecoming game against Louisiana Tech. 

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This week, Hank Plona and Randy Lee talks about how the head coach feels after WKU got their first win of the season over Campbellsville. They also chat about the team's start to the season and the matchup ahead against the Lipscomb Bison. Along the way, the pair discusses Plona's coaching inspirations and how the team can keep building up from here as they start to face more stiff competition.

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Reily Chestnut interviews the two new freshmen on the Lady Toppers' squad. Torri James jumps on first to talk about her transition and how she ended up at WKU out of Clarksville, Tennessee. Next, Egyptian freshman Salma Khedr joins the show to tell her story and how her last name is pronounced back home. Finally, head coach Greg Collins sits down with Reily to share his thoughts on the team's 2nd straight 3-0 start and the chemistry that has helped the Lady Toppers score 70 or more points in all three wins.

Tune in on November 26th for the next episode of the Tops Live Podcast featuring Reily Chestnut, Greg Collins, and select players from WKU women's basketball wherever you get your podcasts.

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Hosts Randy Lee and Terry Obee with Head Coach Tyson Helton, Athletic Director Todd Stewart, Defensive Lineman Deante McCray, and Offensive Line Coach Joe Bernardi heading into the Hilltoppers' road game at New Mexico State.

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In the first episode covering Hilltopper basketball, new head coach Hank Plona sits down with Randy Lee to dissect the men's defeat to Wichita State before shifting gears to the deceptively titled Grand Canyon Antelopes before the 'Tops journey to Phoenix, AZ. The two gentlemen also share how they first became basketball fans as they discuss everything from Hank's northeastern origins to how he approached the recruiting of his players back at Indian Hills. They also discuss the team's growth and where they need to push themselves ahead of their matchup against a talented Lopes squad that won 30 games & an NCAA tournament game last year.

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Tyson Helton chats with Randy Lee about the Hilltoppers return to Saturday games for the rest of the season after finishing their midweek October schedule with 4 wins and 0 losses to remain at the top of CUSA with Jacksonville State's Gamecocks. Helton shares how his team needs to approach November now that the pressure to win is at its peak. The two gentlemen also chat about Helton's handyman ability at home ... or lack thereof. Along the way, Helton shares how Caden Veltkamp's work running the show has been a story to follow after Helton pondered a position switch for Veltkamp last year.

WKU travels to Las Cruces, New Mexico to face New Mexico State and avoid a letdown against the 2-6 Aggies that has no margin for error in search of bowl eligibility.

The Tops Live Coaches' Show returns to Roosters, a fun casual joint, next Monday night with Travis Hudson and Tyson Helton from six to seven o'clock.

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Head Coach Travis Hudson and acting head figure Jena Otec sit down with Randy Lee this week to share their optimism for Hilltopper volleyball as the team makes one final charge for their tenth CUSA league championship in the last 11 seasons. The 'Tops are three wins away from capturing their 6th straight league title. Ahead of WKU volleyball is their final conference road trip to the league's most improved team from last year, the Sam Houston Bearkats.

Be sure to catch the Tops Live Coaches' Show featuring Travis Hudson and Tyson Helton at Roosters, a fun casual joint, next Monday night from six to seven o'clock.

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In the first check-in with Lady Topper head coach Greg Collins, Reily Chestnut asks Coach Collins how his team is progressing after beating Lee University 70-48 last week. Along the way, these two discuss the many new kids who will suit up for the Lady Toppers this season after an offseason spent recruiting 9 new faces. Collins also shares how he feels about the talent and experience WKU brings back with guards Alexis Mead, Destiny Salary, Acacia Hayes, and Josie Gilvin. Collins also shares his thoughts on the team's upcoming non-conference schedule that starts at Indiana State this Monday.

It's a new season of basketball on the Hill. Be sure to check out new episodes each week catching up with the coaches and players who will rep Big Red on their chest for the 2024-25 season.

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Hosts Randy Lee and Terry Obee with Head Coach Tyson Helton, Athletic Director Todd Stewart, Linebacker Darius Thomas, and Co-Offensive Coordinator and Quarterbacks Coach Drew Hollingshead heading into the Hilltoppers' final weekday game of the season against Kennesaw State.

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