Big 12 Buzz | Redmond Night Jun15 | Stadium of Fire w/Jim Evans | Kihei Akina Wins | Super Fan Cathy

Big 12 Buzz | Redmond Night Jun15 | Stadium of Fire w/Jim Evans | Kihei Akina Wins | Super Fan Cathy

With Dave McCann away hosting the Deseret News High School Sports Awards, Blaine Fowler was joined by Brian Logan for the June 8 edition of Y’s Guys. The show opened with updates on Redmond Night with Y’s Guys, coming June 15 at the Redmond Heritage Farm Store in Orem, and a live check-in with Dave from the Grand America Hotel, where he previewed several outstanding Utah high school athletes headed to BYU. Blaine and Brian discussed the major college football news involving Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, whose eligibility situation could affect the Big 12 race. They also talked about BYU football’s growing national recognition, including Cade Uluave’s expected impact, BYU’s top-10 linebacker group, strong preseason rankings, the high ticket demand for BYU-Utah and Notre Dame-BYU, and Dennis Pitta appearing on the College Football Hall of Fame ballot. Jim Evans, executive director of America’s Freedom Festival at Provo and former mayor of Orem, joined the show to preview the 2026 Stadium of Fire. Jim discussed Brad Paisley, Nitro Circus, the Freedom Festival’s many community events, the tribute planned for Alan Osmond, and the patriotic mission behind the festival. Kihei Akina was named the Redmond Re-Lyte Athlete of the Week after earning Ping First-Team All-America honors, being named the Phil Mickelson Outstanding Freshman of the Year, and becoming the first BYU golfer to win that national freshman award. Blaine and Brian highlighted how Kihei joins AJ Dybantsa, Bear Bachmeier, and Jane Hedengren as part of BYU’s remarkable group of freshman stars. Harvey Scott from Redmond joined the show to talk about Redmond Night with Y’s Guys, the quality of athletes BYU is attracting, the value of BYU’s culture, and why Redmond wants to be associated with athletes who represent strong values. Harvey also explained the benefits of Redmond Real Salt and Re-Lyte, including hydration, trace minerals, taste, and digestive support. The show also promoted the Ephraim Hope Mission golf tournament and auction, featuring BYU-related items such as an AJ Dybantsa signed basketball, Richie Saunders memorabilia, and the chance to golf with Dave and Blaine. The BYU Super Fan segment featured Kathy Warner Habing from Lynden, Washington. Kathy shared her deep BYU roots, memories of watching BYU football and basketball for decades, and connections to BYU greats including Virgil Carter, Phil Odle, Krešimir Ćosić, Frankie Fredericks, Jamal Willis, Ty Detmer, and others. Kathy also impressed the hosts by remembering that Brian played professionally for Edmonton. The show closed with CougarTribe questions, “On This Day” history, an Andrew Jackson quote, and a final invitation for fans to attend Redmond Night with Y’s Guys. Timestamps (approximate): 00:00 — Blaine Fowler and Brian Logan open the show 09:55 — Dave McCann joins from the Deseret News High School Sports Awards 16:02 — Brendan Sorsby ruling and Big 12 football implications 22:17 — BYU football national recognition and linebacker rankings 26:44 — BYU-Utah and Notre Dame-BYU ticket demand 33:44 — Jim Evans previews Stadium of Fire and America’s Freedom Festival 52:07 — Kihei Akina named Redmond Re-Lyte Athlete of the Week 57:10 — Harvey Scott previews Redmond Night with Y’s Guys 1:30:00 — Ephraim Hope Mission golf tournament and auction 1:33:19 — Campus Notes: BYU basketball, track, golf, and soccer 1:44:20 — BYU Super Fan Kathy Warner Habing joins the show 2:01:03 — CougarTribe questions and community update 2:02:24 — On This Day, Andrew Jackson quote, and show wrap-up #YsGuys #BYU #GoCougs #BYUFootball #BYUBasketball #BYUSports #CougarNation #RedmondReLyte #KiheiAkina #BearBachmeier #JaneHedengren #AJDybantsa #StadiumOfFire #Big12 #CougarTribe #LDS ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Coach Lewis Walker Talks BYU Cornerbacks | BYU Alumni President Derek Miller | Super Fan Russ Paulus

Dave McCann and Blaine Fowler welcomed Cougar Nation to the June 1 edition of Y’s Guys, opening with BYU football schedule news, the buzz around Kevin Young being mentioned in connection with the Chicago Bulls, and growing excitement for BYU’s first remote show: Redmond Night with Y’s Guys on June 15 at the Redmond Heritage Farm Store in Orem. The first guest was BYU cornerbacks coach Lewis Walker, who talked about returning to his home state, joining Kalani Sitake’s staff, and coaching one of BYU football’s strongest position groups. Walker discussed his relationship with Sitake, his transition from Utah ties to wearing BYU blue, and the talent in the cornerback room, including Evan Johnson, Trey Alexander, Jonathan Kabeya, Jayven Williams, Cannon DeVries, Jordyn Criss, Kevin Doe, and Matthias Leach. He also praised Bear Bachmeier’s growth, humility, and ability to read defenses. The Redmond Re-Lyte Athlete of the Week was Jane Hedengren, who qualified for the NCAA Championships in both the 10,000 meters and 5,000 meters after a remarkable performance at the NCAA West Preliminaries in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Dave and Blaine highlighted her 10,000-meter win over Pamela Kosgei, her facility record, and her chance to compete for national titles in Eugene. Derek Miller, president of the BYU Alumni Association Board and president and CEO of the Salt Lake Chamber and Downtown Alliance, joined the show to talk about BYU’s worldwide alumni network. He discussed the power of BYU sports as a “megaphone” for the university, the impact of tailgates and Cougs Care service projects, and the broader mission of connecting alumni through service, education, and shared BYU values. The show also promoted the Ephraim Hope Mission golf tournament and online auction, including items such as an AJ Dybantsa signed basketball, a Richie Saunders signed jersey, and the chance to golf with Dave and Blaine. The proceeds support educational opportunities for children in Uganda. The BYU Super Fan segment featured Russ Paulus from Naperville, Illinois, who shared his conversion story, his early BYU memories, his love for BYU football, and memories from the 1980 Miracle Bowl, the 1984 national championship season, and classic games at LaVell Edwards Stadium. He also talked about why BYU means so much to fans who live far outside Utah. The show closed with BYU campus notes, NCAA track and field updates, BYU golf news, a reminder about CougarTribe, “On This Day” history, and a Brigham Young quote in honor of his birthday. Timestamps (approximate): 00:04:30 — Opening, Kevin Young NBA rumors, and BYU football buzz 00:15:51 — BYU football schedule, kickoff times, and Notre Dame discussion 00:22:45 — BYU named a Big 12 favorite; Kalani Sitake national recognition 00:26:10 — Lewis Walker joins Y’s Guys 00:37:40 — BYU’s cornerbacks, defensive depth, and Bear Bachmeier outlook 00:51:06 — Five Questions with Lewis Walker 00:57:17 — Jane Hedengren named Re-Lyte Athlete of the Week 01:01:06 — Derek Miller on BYU alumni, Cougar Nation, and service projects 01:26:06 — Five Questions with Derek Miller 01:34:27 — BYU basketball, AJ Dybantsa, golf, and track updates 01:40:49 — Ephraim Hope Mission auction and golf tournament 01:44:02 — BYU Super Fan Russ Paulus shares his Cougar story 02:01:56 — Five Questions with Russ Paulus 02:09:34 — CougarTribe, This Day in History, Brigham Young quote, and show wrap-up #YsGuys #BYUFootball #GoCougs #BYUSports #BYUBasketball #BYUTrack #CougarNation #LewisWalker #KalaniSitake #JaneHedengren #AJDybantsa #RedmondReLyte #BYUAlumni #CougarTribe #LDS ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

BYU Football Buzz | Ed Eyestone | John Bytheway | Gary Heaton & Our Charity Golf Tournament | Re-Lyte Athlete Parker Bunn

visit: https://www.ysguys.com On this Memorial Day edition of Y’s Guys, Dave McCann welcomed Jason Shepherd in for Blaine Fowler for a wide-ranging show covering BYU football, basketball, track and field, golf, baseball, and more. The show opened with discussion about the upcoming announcement of kickoff times and broadcast details for BYU football’s first three games, including Utah Tech, Arizona, and Colorado State, plus the possibility that BYU’s October 17 matchup with Notre Dame could become one of the biggest national games of the season. The first guest was author, speaker, podcast host, educator, and BYU fan John Bytheway, who discussed leadership, mentorship, the power of coaches and parents in shaping young people, and what BYU’s standout freshmen—AJ Dybantsa, Bear Bachmeier, Jane Hedengren, and Kihei Akina—teach about buy-in, humility, and influence. BYU director of track and field Ed Eyestone then joined live from his Memorial Day barbecue to preview NCAA West Regionals and BYU’s national championship hopes, including the extraordinary freshman season of Jane Hedengren and the continued strength of BYU’s distance program. The Re-Lyte Athlete of the Week was BYU men’s golfer Parker Bunn, who delivered a top-10 finish at NCAA Regionals to help the Cougars qualify for the national championship. The show also featured BYU super fan and Ephraim’s Hope leader Gary Heaton, who shared his love for BYU sports and promoted the upcoming Ephraim’s Hope Golf Tournament, which raises money to send children in Uganda to school. The episode closed with campus notes, Quick Quack updates, “On This Day,” and a Memorial Day tribute to those who gave their lives in service to the country. #BYU #BYUSports #BYUFootball #BYUBasketball #JohnBytheway #EdEyestone #JaneHedengren #ParkerBunn #KiheiAkina #BYUGolf #BYUTrack #EphraimsHope #CougarNation #YSGUYS #LDS ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Football & Basketball News | Rachel Higginson | Bryce Lake | Melanie Zanche | Super Fan Porter Larson

visit: https://www.ysguys.com [https://www.ysguys.com] This week’s Y’s Guys opened the first episode of year five with Dave McCann and Blaine Fowler covering BYU football scheduling news, major BYU basketball dates, NFL holiday games, and the continuing build toward the 2026 season. The show also announced upcoming Redmond Night with Y’s Guys on June 15 and highlighted another dominant performance from Jane Hedengren, who was named Re-Lyte Athlete of the Week after winning the Big 12 5000m title and breaking a 27-year facility record. The first guest was BYU associate athletic director of performance nutrition Rachel Higginson, who explained how BYU’s nutrition program has evolved, how athletes are tested and fueled, why salt and hydration matter, and what everyday people can do to improve their nutrition. BYU grad Bryce Lake from Smith Entertainment Group then joined the show to talk Utah Jazz, Utah Mammoth, fan experience, sponsorships, and the impact of the Jazz landing the No. 2 pick in the NBA Draft. The show also featured Melanie Zanche, a BYU-Pathway Worldwide graduate from Buenos Aires, Argentina, who shared how Pathway helped her learn English, earn a degree, and start a marketing agency with her sister. BYU Super Fan Porter Larson closed out the guest lineup with stories about growing up in a BYU family, serving his mission during the 2015 BYU football season, favorite Cougar memories, and why Notre Dame’s visit to Provo could be one of the biggest games in LaVell Edwards Stadium history. #BYU #BYUSports #BYUFootball #BYUBasketball #RachelHigginson #BryceLake #MelanieZanchi #PorterLarson #JaneHedengren #ReLyteAthleteOfTheWeek #BYUPathway #UtahJazz #UtahMammoth #CougarNation #YSGUYS #LDS  Timestamps (approximate): 3:45 — Show Open and Start of Year Five 10:56 — Redmond Night with Y’s Guys Announcement 17:20 — BYU Football Rankings and National Title Discussion 21:16 — NFL Schedule and BYU Basketball Updates 26:13 — Rachel Higginson Joins the Show 36:35 — Nutrition Advice for Everyday People 49:13 — Five Questions with Rachel Higginson 58:03 — Re-Lyte Athlete of the Week: Jane Hedengren 1:01:17 — Bryce Lake Joins the Show 1:17:22 — Utah Jazz Future and the No. 2 Draft Pick 1:33:04 — Melanie Zanchi’s BYU Pathway Story from Argentina 1:49:26 — BYU Super Fan Porter Larson Joins the Show 2:05:05 — Five Questions with Porter Larson 2:11:07 — On This Day and Closing ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

TJ Woods on BYU’s Offensive Line | Delaney Gibb & Olivia Hamlin | Super Fan Ryan Robinson

This week’s Y’s Guys featured Dave McCann and Blaine Fowler talking BYU football, basketball, baseball, women’s hoops, and a new fan-focused segment. The show opened with the announcement of “Redmond Night with the Y’s Guys’ on June 15, plus Matt Hansen being named the Re-Lyte Athlete of the Week after hitting two home runs to help BYU baseball clinch a spot in the Big 12 Tournament. BYU offensive line coach and run game coordinator TJ Woods joined the show to discuss BYU’s 23–4 run over the last two seasons, the growth of the offensive line, recruiting momentum, the physicality required in the trenches, and what it means to block for LJ Martin and Bear Bachmeier. The guys also welcomed BYU Super Fan Ryan Robinson for the debut of a new fan interview segment, giving viewers a chance to share their BYU story on the show. Later, BYU women’s basketball stars Delaney Gibb and Olivia Hamlin joined fresh from class to talk about their friendship, BYU’s 26-win season, the team’s WBIT run, the program’s growing home-court energy, representing BYU and their faith, and what’s ahead this summer. The episode also covered AJ Dybantsa’s NBA Draft outlook, Bruce Branch III’s Team USA opportunity, NCAA Tournament expansion, BYU’s attendance ranking, and campus notes across track and field, baseball, golf, volleyball, lacrosse, and more. #BYU #BYUSports #BYUFootball #BYUBasketball #TJWoods #DelaneyGibb #OliviaHamlin #LJMartin #BearBachmeier #AJDybantsa #BYUBaseball #CougarNation #YSGUYS #WiseGuys #LDS  Timestamps (approximate): 1:05 — Show Open and Viewer Check-In 2:38 — Tonight’s Guests and Show Preview 7:30 — Redmond Night with the Wise Guys Announcement 9:51 — Re-Lyte Athlete of the Week: Matt Hansen 11:28 — BYU Football Rankings and Bowl Projections 17:24 — TJ Woods Joins the Show 23:14 — BYU’s Offensive Line: Smart, Tough and Together 31:05 — Blocking for Bear Bachmeier and LJ Martin 39:15 — BYU’s Offensive Staff and Run Game Collaboration 47:30 — AJ Dybantsa, the Utah Jazz and the NBA Draft 54:14 — NCAA Tournament Expansion and BYU Basketball Notes 59:15 — BYU Super Fan Ryan Robinson Joins the Show 1:17:17 — Campus Notes Across BYU Athletics 1:25:17 — Delaney Gibb and Olivia Hamlin Join the Show 1:31:35 — BYU Women’s Basketball Identity and WBIT Momentum 1:35:03 — Representing BYU, Faith and the Savior 1:43:26 — Five Questions with Delaney and Olivia 1:51:19 — CougarTribe Segment 1:53:04 — On This Day and Final Notes 1:59:06 — Closing Remarks ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.