Episodes

  • Her Y Returns

    Her Y Returns
    Oct 12 2022
    Her Y is where we celebrate the women who make BYU Sports great. By sharing their stories of faith, perseverance, and success, we can all seek to be better. Their “why” to sports and life can help us find our “why”.
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    1 min
  • Kemery Martín Congdon: BYU Debut

    Kemery Martín Congdon: BYU Debut
    Nov 13 2024
    Kemery Martín Congdon, a Cal transfer and redshirt senior guard for BYU women's basketball, shares where her athletic journey has taken her and the strong family legacy that shaped her. Kemery opens up about her transition to BYU, the impact of her family’s basketball history, and her recent marriage. She reflects on navigating big changes, finding her role in a new team, and her goals for her first season at BYU, and last season in her career.
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    31 mins
  • Amber Whiting: New Faces, New Goals

    Amber Whiting: New Faces, New Goals
    Nov 6 2024
    In this episode of Her Y, BYU Women’s Basketball Head Coach Amber Whiting takes us behind the scenes of the upcoming season, sharing her excitement from Marriott Madness and the electric atmosphere created by fans. Coach Whiting discusses her team’s core values of joy, passion, and purpose, explains changes in her coaching staff, and highlights the unique talents of her new players. With a focus on teamwork, resilience, and a faster playing style, Coach Whiting is gearing up to take on the Big 12, and she's ready to prove the team’s competitive edge for this season.
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    33 mins
  • Erin Bailey: The Rise of EB7

    Erin Bailey: The Rise of EB7
    Oct 23 2024
    In this episode of Her Y, BYU Soccer’s Junior Forward Erin Bailey talks about leading a young team, overcoming tough losses, and standout teammates like Ellie Walbruch and Allie Fryer. She also shares her journey recovering from injuries, her early love for soccer, and how gratitude has shaped her approach. Plus, Erin reveals the origin of her nickname, EB7, and gives her thoughts on pro soccer after visiting Tottenham Stadium.
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    40 mins
  • Amari Whiting: A Heart of Blue

    Amari Whiting: A Heart of Blue
    Oct 16 2024
    In this episode, we sit down with BYU basketball guard, Amari Whiting, who made the heartfelt decision to decommit from Oregon and join her mom, Amber Whiting, at BYU. Amari opens up about her deep loyalty to her family and how being there for her mom as both a daughter and a player was the driving force behind her decision. She talks about recovering from a tough ACL injury and how her faith and her family’s support helped her push through the challenges. At the core of Amari’s story is her dedication to family, the unique bond she has with her mom, and her excitement to help build something special here at BYU.
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    37 mins
  • Tasha Bell: Mind Over Match

    Tasha Bell: Mind Over Match
    Oct 9 2024
    On this episode of Her Y, meet BYU Women's Soccer assistant coach Tasha Bell! Tasha discusses how her background as an elite player and pursuit of a PhD in marriage and family therapy helped shape her passion for coaching. She sheds light on how she balanced her love for soccer with her academic goals at the University of Minnesota, where she combined her studies with supporting the soccer team. Tasha shares the insights she has gained, how her academic training influenced her coaching approach, and why she is committed to helping athletes grow as both players and individuals. Listen to her journey of making it back to BYU as a coach, and how she channels her love for soccer and knowledge into her athletes!
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    44 mins
  • Whittni Orton Morgan: Olympic Footsteps

    Whittni Orton Morgan: Olympic Footsteps
    Sep 25 2024
    In this brand-new episode of Her Y, we're joined by former BYU Track and Field star and Olympian, Whittni Orton Morgan, who opens up about her experience racing in Paris. She talks about qualifying for the 5000-meter finals and details the support she's received from BYU Track and Field Coach Diljeet Taylor, her fellow BYU alums and Olympians, and especially her husband.
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    45 mins
  • Mary Lake Bennett: Return to the Game

    Mary Lake Bennett: Return to the Game
    Sep 18 2024
    Join us for an inspiring episode of Her Y featuring former BYU Volleyball star and current League One Volleyball player Mary Lake. After a five-year break, Mary shares how she reignited her passion for the game while balancing life as a mom, former CPA, and volleyball coach. She opens up about coaching young players, the support of her family, and the excitement of playing professionally again alongside old teammates. Don’t miss this uplifting conversation about resilience, family, and the love of the game!
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    41 mins