The Wildcast

Arizona women's basketball head coach Becky Burke joins the podcast to discuss the Wildcats' offseason rebuild, notable newcomers and competing in an Ironman competition.

The Star's Justin Spears, Bruce Pascoe and Michael Lev have a roundtable discussion about the upcoming Arizona basketball roster. How many Wildcats get selected in the NBA Draft? Where will Koa Peat land? 

The 2025-26 sports calendar is coming to a close for the Arizona Wildcats, so the Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev hand out (virtual) awards to the best athletes, coaches and teams. 

Host Michael Lev is joined by Kim Doss of Arizona Desert Swarm. The two unpack the just-concluded Arizona softball season, which ended one win shy of a Super Regional berth for the second straight year. Michael and Kim break down the Durham Regional, speculate on transfer-portal possibilities and discuss the future of head coach Caitlin Lowe, who has only one year left on her contract.

Daily Star sports staffers Justin Spears and Michael Lev are joined by Arizona men's tennis coach Clancy Shields, who has led his team to the first Elite Eight appearance in program history. Shields reflects on the Wildcats' Sweet 16 comeback, discusses what it took to build the program up, pushes back against schools that are cutting tennis and relays the origin story of No. 1 player Jay Friend. 

Host Michael Lev is joined by Daily Star men's basketball beat reporter Bruce Pascoe to break down what Arizona's roster looks like entering the NBA Scouting Combine. Michael and Bruce discuss areas where returning players can improve, how portal pickups will fit in, the potential instant impact of freshman Caleb Holt and the latest on Koa Peat. Is he as good as gone or possibly coming back for another year?

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev put a bow on Arizona spring football and answer mailbag questions.

Tucson.com writers Justin Spears and Michael Lev discuss Arizona's presence in the NFL Draft, thoughts on Arizona football this spring, and draft their favorite food spots in Tucson. Plus, who will be Arizona's draft picks in 2027? 

Host Michael Lev of the Arizona Daily Star is joined by U of A softball coach Caitlin Lowe to break down the state of her squad. The pair talk about the 16th-ranked Wildcats' extended road trip, catcher Sydney Stewart receiving a Golden Ticket from Jennie Finch, what the team did at Finch's house, what Lowe is looking for from her club down the stretch and more. UA softball has three series remaining (at Oklahoma State, vs. Houston, at Utah) before the Big 12 Tournament May 7-9 in Oklahoma City.

Host Michael Lev is joined by Daily Star colleague Bruce Pascoe to break down all things Arizona men's basketball. The pair look back at the Wildcats' frustrating Final Four appearance and discuss the significance of Tommy Lloyd's contract extension. They then look ahead to the offseason, which already is underway. Which Wildcats will stay? Who will go? Speculation is running rampant. Michael and Bruce examine every player on the roster and give their best guesses on how it will turn it.

The Star's Justin Spears and Bruce Pascoe react to Tommy Lloyd remaining at Arizona despite his connection to the North Carolina vacancy. Plus, a look at the Final Four matchups in Indianapolis, including the Arizona-Michigan heavyweight battle. 

After thrashing the Arkansas Razorbacks, the Arizona Wildcats are going to the Elite Eight for the first time under Tommy Lloyd. The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev talk about the Cats moving on, and provide early thoughts on UA spring football.

Tucson.com writers Bruce Pascoe, Michael Lev and Justin Spears have a round-table discussion about all things Arizona Wildcats entering the NCAA Tournament. Is this the team to finally get the Wildcats over the hump and into the Final Four? We examine the potential path to Indianapolis for Arizona. Plus, our new partnership with Pima Federal Credit Union! 

Host Michael Lev of the Arizona Daily Star and Tucson.com is joined by Kim Doss, who covers U of A women's sports for Arizona Desert Swarm. Michael and Kim break down Becky Burke's first season as the head coach of UA women's basketball and peek ahead to what Year 2 might look like with five freshmen inbound and the transfer portal opening in April. They then turn their attention to Arizona softball, which is set to face No. 2 Texas Tech this weekend (March 13-15) in Lubbock. Are the 12th-ranked Wildcats ready to steal a game from NiJaree Canady and the Red Raiders?

Host Michael Lev is joined by the Star's Arizona men's basketball beat reporter, Bruce Pascoe, to discuss the second-ranked Wildcats' latest accomplishment - winning the Big 12 regular-season championship. How big of an accomplishment is that for the storied UA program? Michael and Bruce also nerd out on some stats. Finally, they look ahead to the regular-season finale at Colorado (trap game???) and next week's Big 12 Tournament in Kansas City. 

A football edition of The Wildcast is back with Star Arizona football beat writer Justin Spears and senior writer/columnist Michael Lev talking about the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, contract extensions on the Arizona coaching staff and how the Wildcats look going into the 2026 season. Plus, mailbag questions!  

The Star's longtime Arizona men's basketball reporter, Bruce Pascoe, joins host Michael Lev to break down the Wildcats' win over BYU and look ahead to Saturday's showdown at Houston. Bruce and Michael discuss the new-look rotation, injuries within the team and across the Big 12, Arizona's issues vs. the press and more.

Host Michael Lev is joined by ESPN analyst and D1Baseball correspondent Mike Rooney to preview the 2026 college baseball season for the Arizona Wildcats and the Big 12 Conference. Lev and "Roons" discuss the impact of Tony Pluta's season-ending injury, the challenges Chip Hale faces in Year 5, why TCU is the clear front-runner in the league and who else might threaten for the title.

Host Michael Lev is joined by special guest Kenzie Fowler - former Arizona softball standout and current ESPN analyst - to preview the '26 season for the Wildcats and other contenders in the Big 12. Michael and Kenzie break down the UA roster, discuss the Wildcats' challenging schedule - which includes a weekend home series Feb. 6-8 vs. No. 3 Oklahoma - and talk about the state of the program under Caitlin Lowe.

Bruce Pascoe joins host Michael Lev to talk all things Arizona men's basketball. Bruce and Michael compare the No. 1 ranked Wildcats to the 2013-14 squad, which had a matching 21-0 start. They also revisit the BYU game, preview the ASU matchup and answer mailbag questions.

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev check back in to talk Arizona football's offseason, the transfer portal and the 2026 schedule — and answer some of your mailbag questions. 

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev put a bow on Arizona football's 2025 season and do position-by-position grades. Plus, one final take on the Holiday Bowl opt-outs, discussing transfer portal news and answering mailbag questions. 

Happy holidays! The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev are joined by Jordan Hamm to preview the Arizona Wildcats taking on the SMU Mustangs in the Holiday Bowl; plus, a look at other Big 12 bowl games. The guys answer your mailbag questions, discuss the latest news with UA football and look back on a memorable year in Arizona sports in 2025.

Host Michael Lev is joined by Bruce Pascoe to discuss how the 2025-26 season is going for the top-ranked Arizona men's basketball team. Michael and Bruce talk about the Wildcats' perfect start and break down some of their key players. They also answer mailbag questions from U of A fans.

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev check in to talk Arizona football going to the Holiday and several Wildcats getting selected to the All-Big 12 team — and answer your mailbag questions! 

Arizona football ends the season 9-3 and caps its second regular season under Brent Brennan with a five-game winning streak and the Territorial Cup. What bowl game will the Wildcats play in? The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev discuss all the latest with UA football and what's next for the Cats. Plus, Jordan Hamm from Sports360AZ joins the show for Big 12 Bonanza ahead of the Big 12 championship game between BYU and Texas Tech. 

In this Territorial Cup mega podcast, the Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev discuss Territorial Cup storylines and answer your mailbag questions. Plus, the final Big 12 Bonanza of the regular season!

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev discuss the Arizona-Baylor matchup at Casino Del Sol Stadium. Plus, Jordan Hamm from Sports360AZ stops by for Big 12 Bonanza.

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev discuss Arizona's agreement with Casino Del Sol for naming rights to Arizona Stadium. Plus, looking back on the Wildcats' thrilling win over Cincinnati and answering mailbag questions.

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev preview everything you need to know about the Arizona-Cincinnati football game. Special guest Jordan Hamm stops by for Big 12 Bonanza, which has taken a wild turn in the standings.

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev discuss all the latest topics surrounding Arizona football, including the Wildcats clinching a bowl berth after beating the Kansas Jayhawks, attendance at Arizona Stadium and more! 

It's homecoming week! The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev dissect and preview Arizona football's next matchup with the Kansas Jayhawks. Special guest Jordan Hamm stops by to predict Big 12 games.

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev check in to discuss Arizona football's 52-17 win over Colorado, and answer your mailbag questions for the week

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev are joined by Jordan Hamm from Sports360AZ to preview the Arizona-Colorado matchup in Boulder, along with other notable games in the Big 12. 

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev are back answering your Arizona football mailbag questions and discussing the current state of UA football. Plus, a look at the Big 12 football slate this week.

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev hand out midseason accolades at the halfway point of the Arizona football season, and preview the Wildcats' road trip to Houston with Jordan Hamm from Sports360AZ.

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev put a bow on Arizona's double-overtime loss to No. 18 BYU and answer mailbag questions. 

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev preview the Arizona-BYU football game at Arizona Stadium, which could be the biggest home game of Brent Brennan's career. Jordan Hamm from Sports360AZ joins later in the pod for Big 12 Bonanza! (Note: the podcast was recorded before UA lost defensive end Tre Smith for the season and Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt was listed as doubtful.)

Following Arizona's dominant victory over Oklahoma State, the Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev discuss all things UA football and answer your mailbag questions, as the Wildcats turn their attention to No. 18 BYU. 

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev are joined by Sports360AZ's Jordan Hamm for a look at the Big 12 football schedule. Plus, an in-depth preview of Arizona's Big 12 home opener against Oklahoma State. 

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev discuss all things Arizona football following the Wildcats' 39-14 loss to Iowa State. Plus, the guys answer your mailbag questions. 

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev discuss all things Arizona-Iowa State football ahead of the Wildcats' Big 12 opener in Ames. Plus, a look at other games around the conference.

In the latest episode of The Wildcast, the guys discuss the current state of Arizona football and answer mailbag questions. Plus, a look at the Big 12 slate.

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev are joined by Jordan Hamm from Sports360AZ to preview the Arizona-Kansas State matchup in Tucson, along with other notable games in the Big 12. 

Ahead of Arizona's second nonconference game against Weber State in Tucson, the Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev discuss all things UA football and predict notable Big 12 football games this week.

What did we learn from Arizona's 40-6 win over Hawaii? The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev recap the UA-Hawaii season opener and answer your mailbag questions! 

FOOTBALL SEASON IS BACK! The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev analyze Arizona's depth chart and discuss all things UA football heading into the season opener against Hawaii. Plus, Jordan Hamm from Sports360AZ makes his Wildcast debut to preview Arizona-Hawaii and other games in the Big 12 for Big 12 Bonanza! 

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev provide updates from Arizona football training camp and look over every position group.

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev break down every position group ahead of Arizona football training camp — and all the important storylines entering the 2025 season. 

Arizona's first year in the Big 12 has officially come to an end and there's plenty of people and moments to highlight. The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev give out awards for the UA's best athletes, coach, team and moment.