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West Lot Pirates

West Lot Pirates
Big Ten Conference
Northwestern Football
Northwestern Athletics
Big Ten
College Football
Northwestern University
Northwestern Wildcats
Northwestern Basketball
NCAA Football
Northwestern Field Hockey
Ohio State
Oregon
Nebraska
Penn State
Michigan State
Northwestern
Transfer Portal
Preston Stone
Tulane
Basketball

A unique take on Northwestern Athletics with thoughts ranging from the visceral to the statistical. Sam, John and Erik will break down NU football, recruiting, basketball and more.

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Emotions were high going into this past weekend's game and throughout the course of the action, they rose even higher. This game ran the gamut of highs and lows finishing with 3 minutes and 48 seconds (in real time) of absolute joy as the Cats beat F... more

It was a beautiful early fall afternoon at Ryan Field as the Cats kept rolling with a 45-14 drubbing of Ball St. Now Northwestern finds itself in the Top 25 and hits the road to East Lansing to take on MSU and all the off-the-field drama that comes w... more

Words just can't do proper justice to the majesty of the opening of New Ryan Field. The stadium was incredible, the crowd was electric and the team was utterly dominant in their 34-13 drubbing of Penn St.

What a wild game in Bloomington as the Cats gave Indiana everything they could handle. Now, Northwestern welcomes in Penn State as the curtain is raised on the palace that is New Ryan Field.

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Recent Guests

Dave Eanet
Broadcaster, Northwestern football voice known as Mr. Cat
Northwestern athletics
Episode: Episode 643: National Championship and Dave Eanet
Kevin Fishbain
Senior writer for The Athletic, covering the Bears
The Athletic
Episode: Episode 639: Kevin Fishbain
Scott Sepich
Bracketologist and analyst
Episode: Episode 636: Bracketology with Scott Sepich
Yanyan Li
Editor-in-Chief at InsideNU, expertise in Northwestern stick sports
InsideNU
Episode: Episode 613: Field Hockey Preview with Yanyan Li
Kelly Amonte Hiller
Head coach of Northwestern Lacrosse
Northwestern University
Episode: Episode 606: Kelly Amonte Hiller
Kate Drohan
Head coach of Northwestern Softball
Northwestern University Softball
Episode: Episode 604: Kate Drohan
Mark Jackson
New Athletic Director at Northwestern University
Northwestern University
Episode: Northwestern AD Mark Jackson
Lauren Wadas
DeepBreath, NFHCA First Team All-American, NFHCA West Region Player of the Year, and Team USA Senior Team Member
Northwestern Field Hockey
Episode: Episode 579: Field Hockey with Lauren Wadas

Hosts

Sam Walter
Host of West Lot Pirates; long-running NU sports commentator with involvement across football, lacrosse, and campus athletics.
John Lecombe
Co-host with a Northwestern emphasis; known for in-depth analysis and long-form discussions.
Erik Skoskaspo
Co-host with a Northwestern focus; provides data-driven and opinionated takes across NU sports.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 152 ratings
  • THE podcast for all things NU WILDCATS SPORTS!

    The best way for our global Northwestern University fan base to get the inside scoop and cogent analysis on our Wildcat teams all year round! #GONUWILDCATS

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GlobalCoachTom
    United States2 years ago
  • The only NU sports podcast

    In a landscape of increasingly big market college sports podcasts that often give Northwestern a cursory glance on a good day, WLP is essential for honest, thorough analysis as a pairing with the trials and tribulations and JOY that comes with being in the NU orbit. They truly do the work, film study and research to provide well-informed analysis and opinions you truly cannot get anywhere else on NU sports. Can’t recommend highly enough.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ABrown1314
    United States2 years ago
  • The definite podcast home for Cats fans

    In a world where only a very few places exist in our community that cover and discuss the team as fans, West Lot Pirates stands out as one of the few true homes for Cats fans during the week. WLP aren’t just a show, but a community including tailgates, events, and a general hub for Cats fans to come together. A true labor of love for the three hosts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AdamOnFirst
    United States2 years ago
  • Great show!

    I’ve bled purple and white my whole life. I started listening to podcasts in general about two years ago. Knowing that the NU fan base is much smaller than many of our big ten peers, I thought it might be hard to find a podcast for my beloved wildcats. But then I found these guys. Let me tell you, these guys also bleed purple and white, maybe even more than I. They provide great analysis of all of our teams, not just football, and not just during football season. This is hands down one of my fav... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    t0rna
    United States2 years ago
  • UW Preview

    This episode could have been interesting. They have an interesting guest who is knowledgeable about recruiting and NW football. The problem is a frequent one. One of the three hosts, John Lecomb, can’t shut up. He consistently talks over the guest who got to say very little. The audience if left to wonder: why have a guest? Just let Lecomb blabber, repeat himself, and declare how everything is “so funny”. I think he means so odd rather than funny and you’d think someone with a NW education would... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Badger1Bob
    United States4 years ago

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They combine data-driven analysis with passionate fan perspective and humor.
Listeners praise depth, banter, and campus culture context.
The hosts are knowledgeable, balanced, and deeply invested in NU sports.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 639: Kevin Fishbain
Q: What do you tell aspiring journalists about breaking in and shooting their shot?
He repeats that you should start somewhere, whether a podcast or newsletter, and emphasizes persistence, networking, and seizing opportunities even when it requires stepping outside comfort zones.
Episode 639: Kevin Fishbain
Q: How has your approach to draft coverage evolved with technology and access to data?
He describes relying on established scouting resources such as Dane Brugler but also using contemporary tools and databases, balancing tape study with analytics, while noting how time constraints with family life shape efficient workflows.
Episode 639: Kevin Fishbain
Q: What inspired you to start Breaking In and how did you build the guest list?
Kevin explains the origin tied to his career interests, his early WNUR connections, and the idea of bringing in prominent broadcasters and journalists to share their journeys. He emphasizes the value of curiosity, preparation, and leveraging a network to reach a diverse slate of guests.
Episode 634: Whiparound
Q: Are you feeling any heat around the Chris Collins coaching seat?
Currently, there doesn't seem to be any pressure on Chris Collins, as fans recognize the history of his coaching and recent improvements.
Episode 606: Kelly Amonte Hiller
Q: How have the players contributed to the continuity of the program during this significant turnover?
Amonte Hiller emphasizes the vital role players must play in taking ownership of the culture and their contributions to maintaining tradition amidst changes.

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Three Northwestern-leaning hosts deliver in-depth analysis on NU football, basketball, lacrosse, and campus athletics, combining visceral takes with data-driven insights. Episodes cover schedules, opponent scouting, player development, transfer dynamics, and facility updates, often weaving in fan anecdotes and campus news. A standout trait is the trio's willingness to mix humor with rigorous breakdowns, plus occasional guest interviews or notable campus highlights that broaden the scope beyond football alone. For potential listeners, it's a solid fit if you crave informed Northwestern sports discussion with a distinctly fan-driven voice and a campus-wide vantage point.

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1. Dave Eanet
2. Kevin Fishbain
3. Scott Sepich
4. Yanyan Li
5. Kelly Amonte Hiller
6. Kate Drohan
7. Mark Jackson
8. Lauren Wadas

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