Rephonic
Artwork for Cougar Sports Saturday

Cougar Sports Saturday (BYU)

KSL Podcasts
BYU
BYU Basketball
BYU Football
BYU Cougars
Big 12 Conference
Big 12
NCAA Tournament
Football
Big 12 Championship
Texas Tech
Basketball
Cincinnati
Bear Bachmeier
College Football Playoff
TCU
Transfer Portal
NCAA
Utah Utes
West Virginia
Kevin Young

The voice of BYU fans resides here. Hosted by KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper and Nate Slack. Every Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. (MT) on KSL NewsRadio.

PublishesDailyEpisodes220Founded13 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
SportsBasketballFootball

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Cougar Sports Saturday

Latest Episodes

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack tackle a packed week in Cougar sports, from the ongoing Brendan Sorsby eligibility saga and Texas Tech’s role in the controversy to their updated Top 7 Big 12 quarterbacks. They revisit Collin Cowherd’s old BYU–Team USA co... more

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack dive into reports of injuries for members of the BYU secondary, Faletau Satuala and Jonathan Kabeya.

In this week's Drafting the Y, Mitch Harper and Nate Slack take a look back at Kalani Sitake's top wins of his career as they each pick their top four.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack discuss Bruce Branch III and national champion Ben Barton in this week's edition of Cougar Tales.

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Recent Guests

Joe Brown
BYU football offensive lineman
BYU Football
Episode: FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - June 6, 2026
Brian Thornton
Big 12 Basketball Chief Officer
Big 12
Episode: FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - June 6, 2026
Scott Draper
Big 12 Chief Football Officer and Competition Officer
Big 12
Episode: FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - June 6, 2026
John Linehan
BYU basketball assistant coach; Providence Hall of Fame inductee
BYU, Providence College
Episode: Cougar Tales: BYU assistant coach now Hall of Famer, Football recuriting, Basketball player represents Team USA
Bruce Branch
BYU basketball player; Team USA under-18
BYU, Team USA (Under-18)
Episode: Cougar Tales: BYU assistant coach now Hall of Famer, Football recuriting, Basketball player represents Team USA
Brody Rudnicki
Quarterback prospect; backup to Ryder Lyons at Folsom HS
BYU recruiting targets
Episode: Cougar Tales: BYU assistant coach now Hall of Famer, Football recuriting, Basketball player represents Team USA
Jackson Rex
Soccer? (context indicates football recruit) wide receiver prospect
BYU recruiting target; San Clemente HS
Episode: Cougar Tales: BYU assistant coach now Hall of Famer, Football recuriting, Basketball player represents Team USA
Blake Wong
Wide receiver prospect
BYU; California high school programs
Episode: Cougar Tales: BYU assistant coach now Hall of Famer, Football recuriting, Basketball player represents Team USA
Ryder Lyons
BYU quarterback (context in discussion)
BYU
Episode: Cougar Tales: BYU assistant coach now Hall of Famer, Football recuriting, Basketball player represents Team USA

Hosts

Mitch Harper
Host of a BYU-focused sports show; long-standing BYU insider with roles across BYU-related media and KSL outlets.
Nate Slack
Co-host on BYU sports program with focus on BYU football and basketball coverage; frequent guest analyst and insider.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 102 ratings
  • Mitch is the Best in the State

    I listen to all the local sports radio stations and podcasts, Mitch and his show are top notch. I think he is the best out of Locked on, 960, 1280, 700, and others can’t miss listening. Go cougs

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dallin Dalton
    United States4 years ago
  • Must listen for BYU fans

    Mitch and Matt always bring fantastic content with the latest news and trending topics with all things BYU athletics

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KWill42
    United States4 years ago
  • Great BYU info!!!

    Mitchell bigballer Harper is the man!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DJ is the daddy mac
    United States5 years ago
  • BYU Juice Crew

    Best of the Best! Always bringing The Juice! A+

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    amyerex
    United States6 years ago
  • Cougs

    Big Mitchite!!! Go cougs!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    83dss
    United States7 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Appreciated for practical travel and game-day planning tips.
Some listeners wish for shorter ad breaks and fewer news slips during episodes.
Lively banter and deep dives into scheduling, rosters, and realignment rumors.
Shows strong BYU insider insights and hosting chemistry, great for BYU fans.
Consistent coverage of football and basketball with timely topics and guests.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#173
China/Sports/Football

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Part 1 of Conversation with BYU AD Brian Santiago at Big 12 Spring Meetings
Q: I asked Brian to start things off. What were the hot topics at the Big 12 spring meetings for athletic directors inside the Big 12?
Brian described a broad focus on sustainable models for college athletics, the evolving governance structure, and how BYU must adapt to new rules while protecting the integrity of the university.
Part 2 of Conversation with BYU AD Brian Santiago at Big 12 Spring Meetings
Q: How has Santiago enjoyed his year as BYU Athletic Director?
Santiago expresses gratitude and humility, praising the leadership team, coaches, and student-athletes, and describes the role as a blessing and privilege.
Part 2 of Conversation with BYU AD Brian Santiago at Big 12 Spring Meetings
Q: Mitch probes the potential for BYU and the Big 12 to add new sports, especially women's flag football.
Santiago indicates the Big 12 is exploring emerging sports and affirms BYU's openness to opportunities that align with enrollment and Title IX considerations, though no announcements are made.
Part 2 of Conversation with BYU AD Brian Santiago at Big 12 Spring Meetings
Q: Mitch asks about BYU's stance on gambling and how the university addresses it.
Santiago responds that BYU does not view gambling as part of its culture or faith, cites educated, principled guidance from the church, and describes ongoing proactive education to keep athletes away from gambling.
FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - June 6, 2026
Q: How might the Protect College Sports Act influence BYU's future conference alignment and playoff access?
Both hosts and guests discuss the Act as a potential disruptor that could alter transfer rules and empower smaller conferences, possibly affecting BYU's leverage in realignment conversations and access to championships.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Cougar Sports Saturday

What is Cougar Sports Saturday about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two longtime BYU-focused sports hosts break down weekly BYU basketball and football news, scheduling, recruiting, and program strategy with a mix of analysis, banter, and guest commentary. Episodes frequently cover non-conference scheduling, roster construction, player development, and conference realignment chatter, often weaving in travel tips, fan perspectives, and practical implications for fans and sponsors alike. A standout aspect is the hosts' deep regional insights and candid, conversational style, which helps listeners gauge game strategy, recruitment dynamics, and the broader BYU athletics landscape as it evolves in a changing conference environment.

Where can I find podcast stats for Cougar Sports Saturday?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Cougar Sports Saturday. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Cougar Sports Saturday and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Cougar Sports Saturday get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Cougar Sports Saturday, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Cougar Sports Saturday?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Cougar Sports Saturday, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Cougar Sports Saturday have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Cougar Sports Saturday has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

How many episodes of Cougar Sports Saturday are there?

Cougar Sports Saturday launched 13 years ago and published 220 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Cougar Sports Saturday?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Cougar Sports Saturday?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Cougar Sports Saturday from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Cougar Sports Saturday?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Cougar Sports Saturday. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Cougar Sports Saturday?

Recent guests on Cougar Sports Saturday include:

1. Joe Brown
2. Brian Thornton
3. Scott Draper
4. John Linehan
5. Bruce Branch
6. Brody Rudnicki
7. Jackson Rex
8. Blake Wong

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days