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Gonzaga Bulldogs face a high-stakes challenge as they gear up for a preseason charity exhibition game against USC Trojans. This matchup not only benefits a California hospital but also provides Gonzaga with a crucial opportunity to test their mettle against a formidable opponent before the regular season kicks off. USC's basketball team, with its revamped roster of transfers, adds an intriguing layer to the upcoming exhibition game.Explore the complexities of the Pac-12 realignment and its implications for Gonzaga's future. Delve into the pressing issues surrounding NIL payments, highlighted by UNLV's quarterback situation, and the need for reform in college sports. Join us for an engaging discussion on these pivotal topics and more. Tune in for insights that could reshape your understanding of college athletics.Locked On Zags Discord: https://discord.gg/FFNgKfXbKdSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you’ll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Gonzaga #Zags

Could the Gonzaga Bulldogs be on the brink of a major conference shake-up? Recent developments in the Pac-12 Conference realignment have sparked speculation about the Bulldogs' future, with rumors swirling around additions like Utah State and the possibility of a basketball-focused league.This episode explores the intriguing prospects of the Pac-12 prioritizing basketball by potentially adding non-football schools such as Gonzaga, St. Mary's, Grand Canyon, and Wichita State. We analyze the pros and cons for the Gonzaga Bulldogs, including the allure of deeper basketball competition and regional rivalries versus the loss of WCC dominance. Key unknowns, like which schools might join and the financial implications, are also discussed. Additionally, we touch on the legal complexities involving the Pac-12 and Mountain West conferences.Tune in for a comprehensive look at the Gonzaga Bulldogs' potential path forward.Locked On Zags Discord: https://discord.gg/FFNgKfXbKdSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you’ll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Gonzaga #Zags

Gonzaga Bulldogs face a thrilling showdown against Baylor Bears at the Spokane Arena on November 4. With potential broadcasting conflicts due to Monday Night Football, fans are eager to see how this clash unfolds.Explore the debate on whether Gonzaga should expand the McCarthey Athletic Center, known as the "Kennel," as more games shift to the Spokane Arena. The episode also examines the potential for Gonzaga to join the Pac-12, enhancing the conference's basketball prowess. Key matchups like Gonzaga vs. San Francisco at the Chase Center and Pacific's challenging non-conference schedule against teams like Arkansas and Missouri are also on the agenda.Join us for an engaging discussion on these pivotal topics and more. Don't miss out on the insights and analysis that could shape the future of college basketball.Locked On Zags Discord: https://discord.gg/FFNgKfXbKdSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you’ll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Gonzaga #Zags

Could the Gonzaga Bulldogs be the next big addition to the PAC-12? As the PAC-12 expands by adding schools from the Mountain West, the potential inclusion of Gonzaga as a non-football member raises intriguing possibilities for the conference's basketball profile.This episode explores the PAC-12's strategic moves to reach at least eight football schools by 2026, while also considering the basketball value programs like Gonzaga bring to conference realignment. Navigate Consulting Firm's involvement with both Gonzaga and the PAC-12 could play a pivotal role in these developments. The discussion also touches on the future of college athletics and the potential impact of power conferences breaking away, especially for programs like Gonzaga.Join us for a deep dive into the shifting landscape of college sports and the strategic decisions shaping its future.Locked On Zags Discord: https://discord.gg/FFNgKfXbKdSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you’ll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Gonzaga #Zags

Gonzaga Bulldogs Basketball fans, get ready for an exciting season! The Bulldogs' non-conference schedule is packed with thrilling matchups, including games against UConn, Baylor, and Kentucky. These high-stakes contests promise to test the team's mettle and showcase their potential for a deep playoff run.Join us as we explore Gonzaga's participation in the Battle for Atlantis Tournament, where they could face formidable opponents like West Virginia and Arizona. We'll also discuss the significance of their upcoming clash with UCLA at the new Intuit Dome, a continuation of their storied rivalry. Plus, don't miss insights into the improved quality of Gonzaga's "bye games" and the implications of their rematch with San Diego State for future conference realignment.Tune in for an engaging analysis of the Gonzaga Bulldogs' path to success this season. Locked On Zags Discord: https://discord.gg/FFNgKfXbKdSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you’ll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Gonzaga #Zags

Could the Gonzaga Bulldogs revive their football program despite the high costs and logistical hurdles? This episode tackles the intriguing possibility while comparing the basketball prowess of the West Coast Conference to the newly realigned Pac-12.Explore whether Gonzaga's move to the Big East is feasible, considering geographic and conference dynamics. The discussion also covers the current WCC tournament format, highlighting how byes to the semifinals impact the Bulldogs. Broader insights into conference realignment and its effects on Gonzaga's options and the college sports landscape are also featured.Join us for a comprehensive analysis of these pressing topics. Locked On Zags Discord: https://discord.gg/FFNgKfXbKdSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you’ll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Gonzaga #Zags

The Pac-12 conference snagged Boise State, San Diego State, Fresno State, and Colorado State from the Mountain West, giving them six teams starting in July of 2026. What other steps will the conference take to get to eight minimum teams, and could the Gonzaga Bulldogs be a target - and would they even be interested?Plus, how this move potentially impacts the Big 12 and Big East, who are both connected to the Zags, and why the ACC is still the big hinge holding back any future realignment moves at the power level.Finally, we close the show discussing the Mountain West, who now has to find at least one more team by 2026 and could face challenges in doing so, while keeping other conferences from trying to steal teams like UNLV or Nevada.Locked On Zags Discord: https://discord.gg/FFNgKfXbKdSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you’ll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Gonzaga #Zags

Isiah Harwell announced his commitment to the Houston Cougars on Thursday, choosing them over the Gonzaga Bulldogs despite being heavily pursued by Mark Few for well over a year. The native of Idaho and friend of Nolan Hickman ultimately passed on the Zags, but it's not the end of the world for the Bulldogs who have never relied heavily on 5-star recruiting, and won't start now.Plus, Harwell heading to Houston could be good news for Gonzaga's pursuit of Kingston Flemings, a 5-star guard from San Antonio who also had Houston in his top five. Flemings did just schedule a visit to Arkansas for October 18-20, two weeks after he comes to Spokane for Kraziness in the Kennel, which could complicate things for the Zags.Finally, we close the show discussing coach Lisa Fortier's breast cancer diagnosis and her courage and bravery in revealing the diagnosis, continuing to coach last year, and her plans for 2025-26.Locked On Zags Discord: https://discord.gg/FFNgKfXbKdSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you’ll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Gonzaga #Zags

Mark Few confirmed that Brian Michaelson will be his successor as the head coach of the Gonzaga Bulldogs, ensuring the program's future is in trusted hands. Plus, the highly anticipated Gonzaga vs. Baylor game is on the horizon, with details still under wraps.We also dive into Khalif Battle's potential impact as a dynamic wing player and break down Gonzaga's nearly complete schedule for the upcoming season. Hear insights on the team's evolving strategy and key roster moves.Don't miss this in-depth discussion on the Gonzaga Bulldogs' exciting developments. Tune in for exclusive insights and join the conversation!Locked On Zags Discord: https://discord.gg/FFNgKfXbKdSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you’ll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Gonzaga #Zags

The Big 12 and the Huskies have hit the brakes on their discussions about UConn joining the conference, echoing last year's stalled talks with the Gonzaga Bulldogs. ESPN's updated 2025 and 2026 basketball recruiting rankings are out, and we break down where Gonzaga Bulldogs targets like Davis Fogle, Nik Kamenia, and Kingston Flemings stand. Plus, we explore the scheduling challenges mid-major programs like San Francisco face against Power 5 opponents, and Gary Bell's promotion to associate head coach at Northern Arizona University.Don't miss our analysis on the latest conference realignment moves and what they mean for the future of college basketball.Locked On Zags Discord: https://discord.gg/FFNgKfXbKd Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you’ll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Gonzaga #Zags