Are Better Days Ahead for Oklahoma State Football and Hoops? Is 2025 the Cowboys Year in the Big 12?

On this episode of The CGA Tour, host Calvin Glen Alexander is joined by GoPokes.com and 247Sports writer McClain Baxley to dive into the optimism surrounding Oklahoma State athletics. From the renewed energy in the Cowboys football program to the rebuilding excitement on the basketball court, Calvin and McClain break down what fans can look forward to, key storylines heading into the season, and what it will take for OSU to rise back to prominence in both sports. Whether you're all in on Cowboy football or hoping for a basketball bounce-back, this is a must-listen for any Pokes fan.🔗 Follow McClain Baxley📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mcclainbaxley🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/McclainBaxley✍️ Work: https://247sports.com/college/oklahoma-state/🎧 Follow The CGA Tour📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecgatour🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/thecgatour🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2lFQ4gIMlQhkQbKdI3QjKa🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cga-tour/id1449291796💬 Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell 🔔 for more Oklahoma State sports content.📺 Episode Timeline00:00 – Intro01:15 – Welcoming McClain Baxley03:00 – OSU Football: State of the Program08:45 – Key Returning Players & Transfer Portal Additions13:20 – Expectations for the 2025 Season17:50 – Mike Gundy’s Outlook & Leadership21:40 – Shift to OSU Basketball23:00 – Coaching Changes & New Direction27:15 – Roster Outlook: Who's Staying, Leaving, or Arriving32:30 – What Will It Take to Compete in the Big 12 Again?37:00 – Fanbase Hopes vs. Reality38:10 – What’s Next for Both Programs39:30 – Final Thoughts & Where to Follow McClain40:45 – OutroWant to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5459041440759808