Brad and Keaton discuss high school football as there is only two weeks left in the regular season. Along with an update on girls flag football.

High school volleyball and UAA volleyball after losing two GNAC games on the road and look to bounce back this weekend.

Isaiah and Brad welcome the new UAA Athletic Director Michael Bazemore for a conversation about leadership, student-athlete success, and connecting Seawolf sports with the community. Bazemore shares his journey from coaching youth sports to leading an athletic department, explains why UAA was the right next step, and describes learning a new institution as joining a team with a new playbook.

The conversation tackles some of college athletics’ biggest questions—from transfers and name, image, and likeness opportunities to staffing and mentorship. Closer to home, the crew explores how to get more families into the stands, build lifelong fans, and turn game nights into can’t-miss community events.

🏈 Friday night bragging rights: A Week 5 football recap and Week 6 preview, featuring rivalry talk, marquee matchups, and undefeated Lathrop’s 5–0 start.

🏐 Seawolves on a roll: UAA volleyball opens conference play with wins over Seattle Pacific and Montana State Billings, while high school teams dig into their conference schedules.

🏈 Flag football drama: Dimond takes an overtime thriller against South, and the hosts break down the growing role of RPI rankings in Alaska high school sports.

🏒 Hockey buzz: The USA development team’s visit brings energy to the Sullivan Arena as the Anchorage Wolverines prepare for a three-week road trip.

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AST is back with Episode 4, featuring Anchorage Wolverines GM Merit Waldrop as he reflects on his journey through Alaska hockey—from UAA and the Aces to leading the Wolverines. He shares his approach to building a team around character and hard work, looks back at last season’s strong finish and close playoff exit, and discusses the roster decisions ahead.

The crew also previews the Wolverines’ September 11–12 showdown with Team USA’s U-17 squad at Sullivan Arena, alongside Alaska State Hockey Hall of Fame festivities. Merit explains what makes Anchorage a compelling destination for players and why hosting some of the nation’s top young hockey talent is a special opportunity for Alaska fans.

On the football field, the conversation covers Bartlett’s resurgence under coach Hans Diemer, its upcoming rivalry clash with East, Lathrop versus Palmer, and the Battle of the Bridge between Chugiak and Eagle River.

Plus, Kodiak celebrates its first home football win since 2019, South stays unbeaten and unscored upon in flag football, and the crew checks in on UAA volleyball and preseason basketball buzz.

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