Get ready for an exciting episode of Beyond the Game as host Mike Lacey sits down with BYU football standouts Lamason Waller and Tre Alexander. Fresh faces to the program, these talented young athletes share their journey from their hometowns to BYU's football program. Waller, a highly-rated wide receiver from Hesperia, California who graduated high school early to join BYU, and Alexander, a cornerback from East Atlanta who already has an Alamo Bowl appearance under his belt, offer unique perspectives on their transition to college athletics.

The pair discuss the culture of "love and learn" at BYU, their strong defensive backfield, and what separated BYU from other prestigious programs during their recruitment. Tre shares how his relationship with former teammate Keelan Marion "Unc" influenced his decision, while Lamason explains his motivation to be a role model for kids in his hometown. Through stories of overcoming challenges, adapting to college life, and embracing their roles on the team, Lamason and Tre demonstrate the "humble and hungry" mentality that defines BYU football.

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Video Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction

00:41 - Meeting Lamason Waller and Tre Alexander

01:24 - Spring Football Experience

02:31 - Player Backgrounds and Physical Attributes

03:10 - Challenges of Being a Tall Cornerback

04:06 - College Transition and Academic Adjustment

05:51 - BYU's Standout Defensive Backfield

07:02 - Coaching Impact on Defensive Performance

09:05 - Team Culture and Brotherhood at BYU

10:39 - Support Among Teammates Across Classes

12:41 - What Makes a Great Wide Receiver

14:18 - Cornerback Technique Against Skilled Receivers

16:41 - Learning from Coaching Staff and Teammates

18:16 - Pressure is a Privilege - Tre's Perspective

20:00 - Looking Forward to Improving on Last Season

22:01 - Why They Chose BYU Over Other Programs

24:18 - Adjusting to Utah's Climate and Culture26:11 - "Humble and Hungry" Team Mentality

27:14 - Discussing Standout Teammates and Team Dynamics

31:23 - Running Back Room Dynamics and Playing Styles

34:05 - Tre Alexander's Personal Journey from Atlanta

42:02 - Academic Success and Future Goals

43:34 - Lamason Waller's Story from Hesperia, California

45:11 - Closing Thoughts

47:11 - Outro