Arizona Wildcats softball coach Mike Candrea joined The Star's Justin Spears on The Wildcast Podcast to look ahead to the UA's matchup with Alabama in the Women's College World Series in Oklahoma City, and why enjoying every moment along the way has been important to him this season.

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Arizona women's basketball coach Adia Barnes joined The Star's Justin Spears on ESPN Tucson 104.9-FM's "Spears and Ali" to reflect on the last few months and what's in store for the program moving forward.

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Arizona Wildcats basketball coach Tommy Lloyd joined the Star's Justin Spears on "Spears and Ali" on ESPN Tucson 104.9-FM to discuss the current state of UA hoops less than a month into his tenure. Among the topics discussed: Kerr Kriisa coming out of the transfer portal, assembling the Arizona staff and roster — and adjusting to Tucson culture.

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Arizona Wildcats head coach Jay Johnson joined The Star's Justin Spears on "Spears and Ali" on ESPN Tucson 104.9-FM and 1490-AM Monday afternoon to discuss the latest in UA baseball. Arizona has won nine straight games since its 21-2 loss to Washington State; what's been working? Are the top-10 Cats bound for Omaha? Johnson shares the current state of UA baseball.

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Ex-Arizona Wildcats standout quarterback Willie Tuitama joins the Star's Justin Spears to reflect on his return to Tucson for the UA spring game, reuniting with Rob Gronkowski, what his concussions experiences were like as a player and his favorite moments in college playing under Mike Stoops.

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Despite the Arizona Wildcats football program riding a 12-game losing skid, Jedd Fisch's efforts as new head coach has attracted positive publicity, including the return of Rob Gronkowski and Tedy Bruschi for the UA's spring game. What does Fich's social media savvy and blueprint for buzz have to do with winning football games? The Star's Justin Spears, Michael Lev and Alec White dive into what the last few months has meant to the start of Arizona's new chapter. Plus, a look at which ex-Wildcats could get drafted to the NFL this week, and how the UA must change the narrative for churning out pros — or lack thereof.

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A week after Arizona fired Sean Miller, the Wildcats found their man to lead the historic men's basketball program in Tommy Lloyd, who spent the last 20 seasons as Gonzaga's top assistant. The Star's Justin Spears, Bruce Pascoe and Alec White analyze the UA's hire, Lloyd's recruiting connections and background, reactions from alumni and fans, Arizona's roster and the program's future with Lloyd taking over.

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Arizona finished up another week of spring football. Who has stood out? Which newcomers have flashed in the first practices of the Jedd Fisch era? The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev break down the last three weeks of UA spring ball.

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Arizona Wildcats parted ways with head coach Sean Miller on Wednesday after 12 seasons that included three Elite Eights, five Pac-12 championships, 13 NBA draft picks and over 300 wins; why is now the right time for new leadership? The Star's Justin Spears and Bruce Pascoe analyze the UA's decision to move on from Miller, and what the future holds for Arizona. Plus, an overview of the Miller era and the list of candidates that could become the next head coach.

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The Arizona Wildcats women's basketball team is heading to the Final Four for the first time in program history. How did the UA get to uncharted territory? Let's start with Adia Barnes' coaching and Aari McDonald's big-time performances in the Sweet 16 and Elite Eight. The Star's Justin Spears and Alec White analyze what Barnes has accomplished in five seasons, and compare her success to what the late Lute Olson established at the UA. Featured guest on the podcast: UA football director of strength and conditioning Tyler Owens, who came over from Alabama. Owens was a player and assistant at Alabama under legendary coach Nick Saban, and won multiple national championships. Owens explains why he joined Jedd Fisch's staff and what his goals are for the Wildcats.

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