'cat Tales - Weber State Athletics

In this month's Ask the AD 'Cat Tales podcast, Weber State Athletic Director Tim Crompton talks with Director of Athletic Communications Paul Grua. Crompton talks about the fall success, Wildcat basketball, the Big Sky Tournament in Boise, spring sports, becoming AD and more.

As part of the 100th anniversary of football at Weber State, former Wildcat player and coach Dave Arslanian is the guest in the latest 'Cat Tales podcast. Coach Arslanian talks about playing for his father Sark, how he came back to Weber State, coaching for Mike Price, memorable games and coaching Jamie Martin. He also talks about being a part of saving the Wildcat program in 1994.

Weber State legend and NBA All-Star Damian Lillard talks with head coach Randy Rahe and Director of Athletic Communications Paul Grua in this 'Cat Tales podcast. In the podcast Damian talks about: Remembering his days at Weber State Starting a Twitter account Getting noticed by NBA scouts Some memorable games at Weber State Why Weber State is so important to him His first game in the NBA Winning the Rookie of the Year What motivates him What life is like to go out in public How he uses social media His rap career How money has affected him His first big purchase Driving his car at Weber State How he sees his game evolving What it’s like to hit playoff game-winners Playing in the Western Conference His memories of attending classes at Weber State On how fatherhood has changed his perspective And much, much more.

Jody Lake recently retired after 40 years of working at the Dee Events Center, including many years as the director. Hear her talk about the history of the Dee Events Center, including the numerous celebrities and performers, as well as basketball legends that have been through the building.

Hear from WSU football head coach Jay Hill, and Wildcat football standouts Rashid Shaheed and Jonah Williams at the 2019 Big Sky Football Kickoff in Spokane, Washington.

Get to know Weber State's new interim athletic director Tim Crompton. In this latest 'Cat Tales podcast, Crompton talks about his long family connections to Weber State, how he got into coaching, his 15 years as head coach of the Weber State women's soccer team, what he's excited about being an athletic director and much more.

After 10 years as athletic director, Jerry Bovee has announced he's leaving Weber State. In this podcast, Bovee reflects on his time running the Wildcat athletic department. He discusses the hardest part of his job, how he's grown, changes he's seen at Weber State, building and improving facilities, hiring coaches, memorable games, and much, much more. He also says farewell to the fans, supporters, coaches, athletes and others.

Weber State men's basketball head coach Randy Rahe talks with WSU athletic director Jerry Bovee and Director of Athletic Communications Paul Grua. Hear from Rahe after the conclusion of his 13th season as head coach at Weber State. He'll discuss why this past season was the most frustrating of his career and how he's going to change. More from Rahe: The Weber State culture What kind of a coach he is What his game preparation is What he sees and hears during games Why he's looking forward to next season What he'd do if he wasn't coaching Some of his memorable wins Why he has chosen to stay at Weber State and much more.

Jerry Bovee and Paul Grua visit with Wildcat legends and Hall of Famers Harold "The Show" Arceneaux and Eddie "The Thrill" Gill on the 20th anniversary of Weber State's 1999 NCAA Tournament win over North Carolina. Harold and Eddie talk about their memories before, during and after the game, as well as memories of coach Ron Abegglen. They'll also tell Wildcat fans what they've been up to the last 20 years. Look back on one of the greatest moments in Weber State history with The Show and The Thrill.

New Weber State University President Brad Mortensen is joined by WSU athletic director Jerry Bovee and Director of Athletic Communications Paul Grua in this edition of 'Cat Tales podcast. Dr. Mortensen talks about his time in the two months since he became the 13th president of Weber State. He also talks about working with the Utah State legislature and development at Weber State, growing up in Idaho and playing football, and what he sees as the future of Weber State. He also discusses the role athletics plays at a university and recalls some of his favorite memories of Wildcat athletics, as well as what role the president of a university plays in athletics. Get to know the new president of Weber State University in this edition of 'Cat Tales podcast.

Weber State athletic director Jerry Bovee and Director of Athletic Communications Paul Grua talk with legendary Weber State and NBA coach Dick Motta in this episode of 'Cat Tales. In part two of the interview with coach Motta, he tells of coaching in the early days at Weber State, coaching in the old Swenson Gym, how Weber State got into the Big Sky Conference, recruiting Willie Sojourner, and more on his days in the NBA. He reminisces on winning an NBA title with the Washington Bullets, his experience visiting the White House and what he thinks about teams that don't go now, coaching with the Mavericks and the saying of the opera ain't over till the fat lady sings.

Weber State athletic director Jerry Bovee and Director of Athletic Communications Paul Grua talk with legendary Weber State and NBA coach Dick Motta in this episode of 'Cat Tales. Motta tells his amazing experiences coaching at Weber State and nearly 2,000 games in the NBA. Find out how a trash can helped him leave Weber State for the NBA, his experiences coaching Jerry Sloan with the Chicago Bulls, the early days at Weber State where he coached basketball, baseball, football and track, and meeting one of his idols in Vince Lombardi. This is the first part of a two-part interview with Dick Motta.

WeberState Athletic Director Jerry Bovee talks with Director of Athletic Communications Paul Grua in this month's Ask the AD. Bovee talks Wildcat basketball, the Big Sky Tournament in Boise, an update on the new building at Stewart Stadium, the new Weber State mobile app and more.

New Big Sky Conference Comminssioner Tom Wistrcill joined Weber State athletic director Jerry Bovee and Director of Athletic Communications Paul Grua to discuss becoming the new commissioner of the Big Sky.

WeberState Athletic Director Jerry Bovee talks with Director of Athletic Communications Paul Grua in this month's Ask the AD. Bovee looks back on the record-setting football season, hosting two FCS Playoff games and looks forward to 2019. He also discusses the Wildcat basketball teams and more.

Weber State Athletic Director Jerry Bovee talks with Director of Athletic Communications Paul Grua in this month's Ask the AD. Bovee talks about the fall sports, including Weber State earning a No. 2 seed in the FCS Playoffs, as well as volleyball, soccer and men's and women's basketball.

Weber State Athletic Director Jerry Bovee talks with Director of Athletic Communications Paul Grua in this month's Ask the AD. Bovee talks about the fall seasons, including the top 10-ranked football team, as well as preparations for the basketball seasons and television. #WeAreWeber

Weber State Athletic Director Jerry Bovee talks with Director of Athletic Communications Paul Grua in this month's Ask the AD. Bovee talks about the Wildcat fall seasons and looks back on his nine years as Weber State athletic director. #WeAreWeber

New Weber State football offensive coordinator Dave Schramm sits down with WSU Athletic Director Jerry Bovee and Director of Athletic Communications Paul Grua. Coach Schramm discusses his 25-year coaching career, including stops at Utah and Fresno State, as well as his relationship with coach Jay Hill and his family. #WeAreWeber

Weber State Athletic Director Jerry Bovee gives an update on Wildcat athletics gearing up for the 2018-19 seasons, including football preparations, ticket sales and the state of college athletics. #WeAreWeber #AskTheAD