Episodes
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Weber State linebacker Teni Worthen
From no Division I scholarship offers to leading the Wildcat defense, Worthen shares his journey to Weber State and more. Teni Worthen loves playing football. After receiving no Division I scholarship offers out of high school, Worthen has found his way to Weber State, where he has switched...
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Weber State running back Spencer Ferguson
Weber State running back Spencer Ferguson had zero scholarship offers coming out of high school, and he thought his football career was over. He was able to walk on with the Wildcat football team last year, and a year later, he is leading the WSU rushing attack, including a career-high 153…
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2026 Weber State Athletics Hall of Fame ceremony
The ceremony for the 2026 class of the Weber State Athletics Hall of Fame. On September 18, 2026, Weber State inducted five members to its Athletics Hall of Fame. The 2026 class consists of Mary Kay Amicone (softball coach), David Blair (men's track and field), Cameron Higgins (football), Randy...
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Dave Champlin on retirement after more than 50 years working in college athletics
Dave Champlin has been working in and around college athletics throughout the state of Utah for over 50 years, including the last 13 years as the General Manager at Weber State Sports Properties. And now he is retiring. In this ‘Cat Tales' podcast, Dave looks back on his career working in college...
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Weber State freshman Zach Smith on his memorable first two games
It’s been quite a two-week start for Weber State football freshman Zach Smith. Through two games, Smith has an 85-yard interception return, a blocked punt recovery for a touchdown, and a blocked extra point attempt. In the season-opening win at Northern Colorado, Smith blocked an extra point...
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Raimoana Tinirauarii on his journey from Tahiti to team captain at Weber State
From Tahiti, to one season of high school football, to being a team captain. That’s just part of the journey for Weber State fifth-year senior linebacker Raimoana Tinirauarii. He grew up in Tahiti and came to Utah for high school. He played football only in his senior year of high school, then...
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Weber State transfer quarterback Devin Brown
Hear from transfer quarterback Devin Brown on his journey from high school to Weber State, by way of Ohio State and Cal. From a high school MVP to a national championship to Weber State. It’s been quite a journey for Devin Brown to where he is now as a senior quarterback transfer on the Weber…
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July 2026 Weber State coaches show
It's the July 2026 Weber State Coaches Show, presented by Young Automotive Group. This month’s show talks about the upcoming Weber State football and volleyball seasons with new football head coach Eric Kjar and volleyball head coach Jeremiah Larsen. Both coaches preview their upcoming seasons…
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Damian Lillard on his role as Weber State men's basketball General Manager
It’s been one year since Wildcat legend Damian Lillard was named the General Manager of Weber State Basketball. In this latest Wildcat All In interview, the NBA superstar discusses why he took on the role of General Manager and what that means for him. He also talks about his involvement in the...
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Wildcat All In - New Weber State men's basketball head coach Kaleb Canales
Get to know new Weber State men’s basketball head coach Kaleb Canales in this latest Wildcat All In interview. with Paul Grua. Hear from coach Canales on why he came to Weber State, how he got into coaching, his 18-year NBA coaching career, and his vision and goals for the Wildcats. Coach Canales...
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Tana Vea on his return to Weber State as Assistant Coach and Recruiting Coordinator
Weber State football Assistant coach and Recruiting Coordinator Tana Vea is the guest on the latest ‘Cat Tales podcast with Paul Grua. Tana talks about his return to Weber State and living out his dream of coaching college football. In this podcast, he also talks about his work as the Recruiting...
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Kaleb Canales introduced as new Weber State men's basketball head coach
Kaleb Canales was named the new head coach for the Weber State men's basketball program on April 3, 2026. Canales comes to Weber State with more than 25 years of coaching experience, including 18 seasons in the NBA. Canales is the 11th head coach in the program’s Division I history and arrives in...
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Rashid Shaheed - From Weber State to a Super Bowl Champion
In February 2016, Rashid Shaheed signed to play football at Weber State out of high school. A decade later, he is a Super Bowl champion. Shaheed became the only four-time All-American in Weber State history and cemented himself as one of the greatest players ever to wear a Wildcat uniform. Since...
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Kyndahl Hill on playing professional basketball across the world
Former Wildcat standout Kyndahl Hill has seen the world in the nine years since he left Weber State. Hill has been playing professionally in several countries across Europe, most recently in Israel. He has also played in Italy, Denmark, Ukraine, Germany, and Romania. In this ‘Cat Tales' podcast,...
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February 2026 Weber State coaches show
It’s the February 2026 Weber State coaches show, presented by the Young Automotive Group. In this episode, hear from new Weber State football head coach Eric Kjar on his first two months on the job, the new roster, preparing for spring football, and much more. Also hear from new WSU football...
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New Weber State defensive coordinator Gavin Fowler
Gavin Fowler is the new defensive coordinator for Weber State football under new head coach Eric Kjar. In this podcast, Gavin talks about coach Kjar, why he decided to come to Weber State, being mentored by Kalani Sitake and Jay Hill, his time at BYU as a player, becoming a coach, his love of...
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Tanner Jacobson new Weber State football Associate Head Coach
Tanner Jacobson is the new Associate Head Coach for Weber State football. Jacobson was named the Associate Head Coach and Special Teams Coordinator for the Wildcats by new head coach Eric Kjar. A former player at Texas Tech and BYU, Jacobson comes to WSU after spending the last four seasons as…
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Eric Kjar Wildcat All In
The last few weeks and days have been a whirlwind for new Weber State head coach Eric Kjar. Last week, he had his Corner Canyon High School team playing in the high school national championship game in Maryland. Less than a week later, he was introduced as the new head coach of the Wildcat…
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Eric Kjar named new head football coach at Weber State - 12/16/25
Eric Kjar was introduced as the new head football coach at Weber State on December 16, 2025. Kjar is the 13th head coach in Weber State’s Division I history and arrives in Ogden after unprecedented success as a Utah high school coach. Kjar (pronounced “Care”) posted a 112-10 record with six state...
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Head coach Eric Duft on the beginning of a new season of Wildcat basketball
As the season begins, hear from Weber State men's basketball head coach Eric Duft as he enters his fourth season as head coach and his 20th season on the coaching staff at Weber State. Coach Duft on coaching the Wildcats for 20 years, this new season and team, the changing landscape of college...
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Former Weber State football head coach Mike Price
Hear from former Weber State football head coach Mike Price in this ‘Cat Tales podcast, hosted by Paul Grua. Price was the head coach at Weber State from 1981-88, and coached the Wildcats to 46 wins in those eight seasons, including a Big Sky Championship in 1987. He recently returned to Weber...
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2025 Weber State Athletics Hall of Fame ceremony
2025 Weber State Athletics Hall of Fame ceremony by 'Cat Tales - Weber State Athletics Podcast
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Brent Myers on coaching his 500th career game
Coach Brent Myers has coached college football for a long time. The Weber State Associate Head Coach is entering his 42nd season as a college head coach, and Weber State’s season opener at James Madison will mark a remarkable milestone for Myers. This Saturday’s game at James Madison will be the...
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Wildcat All In - Bird Butler
Get to know Weber State football senior running back and kick returner Clarence “Bird” Butler in this latest Wildcat All In interview. In this interview, Butler talks about how he got the nickname Bird, growing in Salt Lake City, his high school football career, playing junior college football…
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Damian Lillard becomes the General Manager of Weber State Basketball
On August 2, 2025, Weber State legend Damian Lillard hosted another Weber State Basketball Alumni Classic. At the start of the event, Lillard announced to the crowd that he will take on the role of General Manager of the Weber State Men's Basketball program. After the event, Lillard spoke to the...
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New Weber State quarterback Jackson Gilkey
Get to know Jackson Gilkey, one of the new transfer quarterbacks with Weber State football this season. His journey growing up playing football in Texas, what he likes about playing quarterback, his recruitment out of high school, his two seasons at UTSA, how he ended up at Weber State, playing...
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Weber State at 2025 Big Sky Kickoff
Football is almost here, and the Weber State wrapped up the 2025 Big Sky Kickoff this week at the Northern Quest Resort and Casino in Spokane. Two players and the head coach of all 12 Big Sky football teams assembled in Spokane for the annual kickoff and media days. Head coach Mickey Mental was...
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Weber State athletic trainer Joel Bass on retirement after 34 years
Joel and Beth Bass have been synonymous with Weber State Athletics for more than three decades. The couple has attended countless Wildcat events and influenced the lives of thousands of WSU student-athletes. The two are retiring this summer after long service to Weber State. In this latest ‘Cat...
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Weber State football receiver and kick returner Noah Kjar
Get to know Weber State sophomore wide receiver, kick returner, and track athlete Noah Kjar in this latest Wildcat All In interview. Noah talks about growing up playing for his father, his incredible success in high school, and why he chose to come to Weber State. He also talks about his kickoff...
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June 2025 Weber State Coaches show
It’s the June 2025 Weber State Coaches Show, presented by Young Automotive Group. The voice of the Wildcats, Carl Arky, talks with Weber State football assistant coach Robert Conley on the upcoming season for the Wildcats, and WSU softball head coach Kristin Delahoussaye on the softball team’s...
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Weber State Volleyball In-Depth: Identity
Episode 7: Identity Join Jayda Tupea, Stacia Barker, Ashley Gneiting, and coach Miah as they dive into a powerful conversation about identity. From personal reflections on identity development to exploring core values, they share insights on why understanding who we are matters—not just in our...
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Wildcat All In - Trevor Henning - Weber State men's basketball
Trevor Hennig played in all 34 games as a true freshman with the Weber State men’s basketball team during the 2024-25 season. He started the final 11 games and was the third-leading scorer on the Wildcat team. Yet he only had two Division I offers out of high school from North Bend, Washington.…
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Weber State Volleyball In-Depth - Sammi Stuart
Get to know Weber State Volleyball Associate Head Coach, Sammi Stuart! From her cattle ranch in Rich County to Utah State hoops, and a volleyball coaching journey through BYU, ASU, USU, ISU and now Weber State. She shares her experiences, the impact of meaningful relationships and her why behind...
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May 2025 Weber State Coaches Show
It’s the May 2025 Weber State Coaches Show, presented by Young Automotive Group. This month’s show is part of the grand opening of the new Young Ogden Subaru on Riverdale Road. The voice of the Wildcats, Carl Arky talks with WSU Athletic Director Tim Crompton. He is also joined by longtime Weber...
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Weber State football linebacker Alema Tupuola
Get to know Weber State senior linebacker Alema Tupuola in this latest Wildcat All In interview. Alema on growing up in the area and playing football, watching his brother play at Weber State, his Samoan heritage, and how he has worked to overcome personal struggles and how he wants to help…
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Weber State Volleyball in Depth - Episode 4: 2021 Class
Hear from some players who were on the team when history was made. We won multiple conference championships and won in the NCAA tournament. More importantly, you’ll get to know these incredible women in-depth. You’ll hear what Kate Payne, Dani Richins, Sam Schiess, Ashlyn Power Caraway and Rylin...
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Weber State Spirit Squad coach Summer Willis
Summer Willis has brought the Weber State Spirit Squad unprecedented national success and recognition, and coached the Wildcat cheer and dance teams to multiple national championships. In this Wildcat All In Interview, Summer talks about her 26 years working at Weber State and how she turned…
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Weber State Volleyball In-Depth - 2015 Alumni
Weber State Volleyball In-Depth 2015 Alumni. Hear from some 2015 alumni that laid the foundation of our program and find out what they're up to now. Head coach Jeremiah Larsen talks with Andrea Hale, Jesse Hoover, Thamires Cavalcanti, Megan Thompson and Amanda Varley.
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Weber State Volleyball In-Depth - Jeremiah Larsen
The first Weber State Volleyball In-Depth with head coach Jeremiah Larsen. A deeper look at Weber State volleyball coaches and players. Learn about coach Larsen and his path to Weber State as he enters his 11th season with the Wildcats. “I want the players that come through my program to have an...
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Big Sky Tournament Preview - March 2025 Weber State Coaches show
It's a Big Sky Tournament preview and the March 2025 Weber State Coaches Show, presented by John Watson Chevrolet. Hear from Weber State women's basketball head coach Jenteal Jackson and Weber State men's basketball head coach Eric Duft as the Wildcats prepare for #StarchMadness in Boise, Idaho.
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Former Wildcat Stefan Cantwell standout now a physical therapist
Former Weber State football standout Stefan Cantwell is back at Weber State helping WSU student-athletes in a different way. Cantwell is working as a physical therapist for Sundance Physical Therapy. As part of his role, he assists Wildcat student-athletes from all WSU sports with physical…
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January 2025 Weber State Coaches Show
It's the January 2025 Weber State Coaches Show, presented by Young Automotive Group. Hear from Weber State Spirit Squad coach Summer Willis on the success of the Wildcat cheer and dance teams. Plus, hear from Olympian and Hall of Famer Lindsey Anderson, now an assistant coach with the Weber State...
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Jerry Graybeal on his 27 years at Weber State
After 27 years working at Weber State, including the head football coach and athletic director, Jerry Graybeal is retiring at the end of 2024. In this ‘Cat Tales podcast, Jerry reminisces his career at Weber State, coaching days, former players, moving to athletic director, coaching hires,...
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Weber State Coaches Show - December 2024
This is the December 2024 Weber State Coaches Show, presented by Young Automotive Group. This month's show includes WSU women's basketball head coach Jenteal Jackson and freshman Dakota Nap, as well as new WSU football defensive coordinator Joe Dale. The show is hosted by the radio voice of the...
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2024 Weber State Athletics Hall of Fame ceremony
The ceremony for the 2024 Weber State Athletics Hall of Fame. Inducted into the Hall of Fame for 2024 were: Joel Bolomboy (men's basketball), MaCauley Flint (softball), Sariah Long (women's track and field/cross country), Tim Toone (football), and Dick Webber (Reed K. Swenson Award).
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Brayden Wilson
ber State football junior defensive end Brayden Wilson is the latest guest on the Wildcat All In interview. Brayden is a preseason All-American and All-Big Sky player for the Wildcat football team. In this interview, learn more about Brayden and his path to Weber State, including his Scottish...
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Kemari Munier - Bailey
Get to know Wildcat defensive end Kemari Munier-Bailey in the latest Wildcat All In interview. Learn more about Kemari’s unique background from growing up in England, coming to Utah for high school, playing just one year of high school football, playing at two other colleges before Weber State,...
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Wildcat Coaches Show - October 2024
It’s the first Wildcat Coaches show of the 2024-25 season. The first show is presented by the Young Automotive Group and hosted by the voice of the Wildcats Carl Arky. Carl talks with WSU football associate head coach Brent Myers, and junior offensive lineman Gavin Ortega. Also hear from Weber...
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Joel Bolomboy inducted into the Weber State Hall of Fame
Hear from Wildcat men’s basketball legend Joel Bolomboy, who is now a member of the Weber State Athletics Hall of Fame. Joel was a standout for the Wildcats from 2012-16 and is one of the best players in school history. He was a Big Sky MVP, a two-time Defensive Player of the Year, helped the...
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Carl Arky returns as voice of the Wildcats
Carl Arky is returning as the radio voice of the Wildcats. Arky has been named the new radio play-by-play voice of Weber State Athletics and will broadcast WSU football and men’s basketball games beginning this season. Wildcat games will once again be broadcast on 103.1 FM “The Wave”. Arky is a...
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