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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