Wildcat Country
Wildcat Country
Wildcat Country
An Arizona Wildcats podcast featuring commentary, analysis and interviews.
A CHAT WITH NOAH FIFITA: 2026 preview, ups and downs at Arizona, and his legacy
We chatted with Noah Fifita twice while he was still in high school - and over five years later, we have a chance to catch up with the record-setting Arizona Wildcats quarterback. Noah looks back to his favorite Arizona memories and the ups and downs of his college career, and looks ahead to his senior season, including the 100th Territorial Cup game coming in November.
Jul 16
28 min
Football predictions, Tommy Lloyd's NBA buyout clause - and Kerr Kriisa
It's the middle of summer, but we have plenty to talk about. What should we make of the NBA buyout clause in Tommy Lloyd's contract? Does Jaden Bradley rank among the best point guards in UA history? Is Arizona football really going to go 4-8 next season? And, oh yeah, that Kerr Kriisa thing.
Jul 9
36 min
Deep dive into Arizona's offense with Offensive Coordinator Seth Doege
Arizona returns Noah Fifita and key pieces of the offensive line from last year's 9-win team, but the Wildcats have been required to reload at other key positions. Arizona offensive coordinator Seth Doege joins us for a position-by-position breakdown heading into 2026, returners and newcomers to watch, and much more.
Jun 29
32 min
🏜️ Arizona roundup: NBA Draft, Desiree Reed-Francois' future and more
Brayden Burries is headed to Milwaukee, Koa Peat is staying home, Desiree Reed-Francois may be headed out of town, and President Garimella may not be far behind. We break it all down in a "free-for-all" edition of Wildcat Country.
Jun 24
41 min
Deep dive into Arizona's defense with defensive coordinator Danny Gonzales
The Arizona Wildcats' defense was one of the most surprising units in college football in 2025. Can we expect a repeat performance (or better) in 2026? Defensive coordinator Danny Gonzales joins us for a position-by-position breakdown, thoughts on the 100th Territorial Cup game, the Brendan Sorsby situation, and a lot more!
Jun 12
33 min
Brendan Sorsby reaction, latest hoops news - and Mackenzie Hamilton's show debut!
We're reacting to the fallout of the court decision to allow Brendan Sorsby to play football at Texas Tech next season. Should Arizona and other Big 12 schools refuse to play the Red Raiders in 2026? Plus, Arizona Wildcats reporter Mackenzie Hamilton makes her Wildcat Country debut to discuss her favorite moments from the 2025-26 season, and her favorite athletes and sports to cover during her three years on the job.
Jun 10
45 min
🏀 KOA'S GONE... WHAT NOW? Arizona offseason basketball report with Fran Fraschilla
Koa Peat is officially NBA-bound, leaving Arizona with a big hole at the power forward position heading into next season. How will Tommy Lloyd fill it, and how will the rest of the roster shake out? ESPN hoops analyst Fran Fraschilla joins us with an early preview of the 2026-27 season. Plus, did Koa make the right decision? Will Milan Momcilovic head to Tucson? And what do we think about the game times just announced for UA football in 2026?
May 29
45 min
🔎 CATS IN REVIEW: The best and worst of 2025-26 (and a new intro!)
Arizona's 2025-26 athletic season is nearly complete, and we have some thoughts on the biggest surprises, biggest disappointments and best games and moments of one of the most memorable seasons in recent years. Plus, thoughts on the the future of the softball and baseball programs, a recap of an awesome event with Tommy Lloyd, Brent Brennan and others at Dirtbag's in Phoenix - and finally, a new intro to the show!
May 22
47 min
🎾 Arizona men's tennis Elite Eight preview with Clancy Shields
When Arizona isn't a basketball school, it's a tennis school. Clancy Shields, head coach of the men's tennis team, joins us to discuss the Wildcats' run to the Elite Eight of the NCAA championships, and what it'll take to knock off top-seeded Wake Forest in Athens. Plus, the latest on Koa Peat's future, the 76-team NCAA Tournament, and a softball Regionals preview.
May 13
47 min
"State of the Wildcats" episode with AZ12's Mike Luke
It’s a Wildcat Country crossover event! Mike Luke, host of the AZ12 Wildcats Podcast, joins us for a “State of the Wildcats” episode. Topics include: Should Koa Peat return to Arizona? What will the athletic department look like by year’s end? And with Texas Tech possibly losing its starting QB, is Arizona football a true Big 12 contender?
May 5
50 min
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