Episodes

  • 2024 FB Pregame Show: Game 9 vs. New Mexico State
    Nov 9 2024

    Hosts Randy Lee and Terry Obee with Head Coach Tyson Helton, Athletic Director Todd Stewart, Defensive Lineman Deante McCray, and Offensive Line Coach Joe Bernardi heading into the Hilltoppers' road game at New Mexico State.

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    24 mins
  • Tops Live Hilltopper Basketball Podcast - Episode 1 with Hank Plona & Randy Lee
    Nov 8 2024

    In the first episode covering Hilltopper basketball, new head coach Hank Plona sits down with Randy Lee to dissect the men's defeat to Wichita State before shifting gears to the deceptively titled Grand Canyon Antelopes before the 'Tops journey to Phoenix, AZ. The two gentlemen also share how they first became basketball fans as they discuss everything from Hank's northeastern origins to how he approached the recruiting of his players back at Indian Hills. They also discuss the team's growth and where they need to push themselves ahead of their matchup against a talented Lopes squad that won 30 games & an NCAA tournament game last year.

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    30 mins
  • Tops Live Football Podcast - Episode 7 with Tyson Helton & Randy Lee
    Nov 6 2024

    Tyson Helton chats with Randy Lee about the Hilltoppers return to Saturday games for the rest of the season after finishing their midweek October schedule with 4 wins and 0 losses to remain at the top of CUSA with Jacksonville State's Gamecocks. Helton shares how his team needs to approach November now that the pressure to win is at its peak. The two gentlemen also chat about Helton's handyman ability at home ... or lack thereof. Along the way, Helton shares how Caden Veltkamp's work running the show has been a story to follow after Helton pondered a position switch for Veltkamp last year.

    WKU travels to Las Cruces, New Mexico to face New Mexico State and avoid a letdown against the 2-6 Aggies that has no margin for error in search of bowl eligibility.

    The Tops Live Coaches' Show returns to Roosters, a fun casual joint, next Monday night with Travis Hudson and Tyson Helton from six to seven o'clock.

    The next episode of the Tops Live Football Podcast with Tyson Helton will be released on Tuesday, November 19th at 6:30pm.


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    29 mins
  • Tops Live Volleyball Podcast - Episode 8 with Travis Hudson & Jena Otec
    Nov 6 2024

    Head Coach Travis Hudson and acting head figure Jena Otec sit down with Randy Lee this week to share their optimism for Hilltopper volleyball as the team makes one final charge for their tenth CUSA league championship in the last 11 seasons. The 'Tops are three wins away from capturing their 6th straight league title. Ahead of WKU volleyball is their final conference road trip to the league's most improved team from last year, the Sam Houston Bearkats.

    Be sure to catch the Tops Live Coaches' Show featuring Travis Hudson and Tyson Helton at Roosters, a fun casual joint, next Monday night from six to seven o'clock.

    Our next TLVP episode will be out in two weeks at six p.m. wherever you get your podcasts.

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    32 mins
  • Tops Live Lady Topper Podcast - Episode 1 with Greg Collins & Reily Chestnut
    Nov 3 2024

    In the first check-in with Lady Topper head coach Greg Collins, Reily Chestnut asks Coach Collins how his team is progressing after beating Lee University 70-48 last week. Along the way, these two discuss the many new kids who will suit up for the Lady Toppers this season after an offseason spent recruiting 9 new faces. Collins also shares how he feels about the talent and experience WKU brings back with guards Alexis Mead, Destiny Salary, Acacia Hayes, and Josie Gilvin. Collins also shares his thoughts on the team's upcoming non-conference schedule that starts at Indiana State this Monday.

    It's a new season of basketball on the Hill. Be sure to check out new episodes each week catching up with the coaches and players who will rep Big Red on their chest for the 2024-25 season.

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    34 mins
  • 2024 FB Pregame Show: Game 8 vs. Kennesaw State
    Oct 30 2024

    Hosts Randy Lee and Terry Obee with Head Coach Tyson Helton, Athletic Director Todd Stewart, Linebacker Darius Thomas, and Co-Offensive Coordinator and Quarterbacks Coach Drew Hollingshead heading into the Hilltoppers' final weekday game of the season against Kennesaw State.

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    23 mins
  • Tops Live Football Podcast - Episode 6 with Tyson Helton & Randy Lee
    Oct 29 2024

    In this week's sit down, Randy Lee and head coach Tyson Helton share some thoughts about Kennesaw State after the Owls pulled off an upset last week over Liberty to end the Flames' perfect record against CUSA foes.

    Also, Helton shares his thoughts on the Tops starting 3-0 in CUSA play to co-star at the top of the standings with Jacksonville State. Lee and Helton also discuss the incredible weekend WKU volleyball had despite Coach Hudson and Coach Bere being saddled at home with leg injuries.

    Along with that, the two gentlemen share their thoughts on the World Series between LA and New York before Helton highlights the importance of WKU's Touchdown Club.

    Finally, Coach Helton shares how the Hilltoppers' football staff stays in the Halloween spirit during a work week that keeps them busy while the family trick-or-treats.

    Tune in next week for another edition of the Tops Live Football Podcast on Tuesday at 6:30pm wherever you get your podcasts.

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    28 mins
  • Tops Live Volleyball Podcast - Episode 7 with Travis Hudson, Jena Otec, & Faith Young
    Oct 29 2024

    What a weekend for 'Tops volleyball!

    On this week's edition of the TLVP, Reily Chestnut sits down with three different figures to share the meaning of this monumental weekend sweep at CUSA foe UTEP.

    First, Travis Hudson joins the show to highlight how proud he was of the team's collective effort to take down UTEP in back-to-back matches inside Memorial Gym.

    Second, freshman hitter Faith Young shows up to the pod and tells us a little bit about herself and how this season has shaped her.

    Finally, we take some extra time with WKU volleyball's 2nd year assistant coach / recruiting coordinator Jena Otec to discuss how her and her coaching colleagues stepped up in the wake of Travis and Craig Bere's freak injuries.

    Tune in next Tuesday night at 6:00 for another edition of the Tops Live Volleyball Podcast.

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    41 mins