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Championship football, postseason volleyball, and a record-breaking hockey crowd headline this episode of AST! Keaton, Brad, and Isaiah welcome South Anchorage head football coach John Lewis to recap the Wolverines’ second consecutive D1 state championship.

Lewis breaks down the physical championship battle against West, highlighting Ethan Moore’s ground game, the offensive line’s work, and the defensive effort that helped secure the title. He also reflects on the team’s adjustments following early-season setbacks, his five state championships at South, and the coaches, families, and community behind the program’s success.

The crew then turns to high school volleyball, reviewing the Dimond-Service Tournament, strong performances from Palmer and Homer, and the approaching region and state tournaments.

On the college side, Keaton recaps UAA volleyball’s recent road success and previews the Seawolves’ rivalry matchup against the UAF Nanooks at the Alaska Airlines Center, with postseason hopes adding importance to the final stretch.

Look at the Anchorage Wolverines’ record breaking crowd of 6,569 fans at Sullivan Arena for their matchup against Kenai. With Anchorage battling near the top of the Midwest Division, Isaiah shares how the organization’s Fans First approach helps create an exciting, welcoming experience for longtime supporters and first-time visitors alike.

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Championship football takes center stage on this episode of AST! Lathrop Football Head Coach Luke Balash and son Bo Balash Lathrop QB joins the crew to recap Lathrop’s Division II state championship victory over Soldotna, highlighting quarterback Boaz’s development, Wilson’s playmaking ability, and the veteran offensive line that helped make it all possible. From offseason work to championship execution, hear how the Malemutes built their success—and how the Fairbanks community rallied behind them.

Next, South Anchorage’s Coach Lewis previews the Division I championship showdown against West. He discusses South’s defensive identity, overcoming early quarterback injuries, and finding stability with Ethan Harrington. With West’s powerful offensive line presenting a major challenge, Lewis explains why defense and the running game will be critical.

The crew also touches on the Division III final between Kenai and Homer, Snowden Williams’ standout performance, and the challenges Alaska’s fall weather brings to outdoor championship games.

Plus, Isaiah shares an update from Sullivan Arena as the building prepares to transition from Anchorage Fighting Championships to Wolverines hockey. With Anchorage and Kenai River tied atop the Midwest Division heading into their matchup, the discussion covers returning players, special teams, and the Wolverines’ strong start.

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Brad Lauwers hosts a discussion about flag football with special guests Kathleen Navarre from ASAA and Jamie from North Pole High School. The conversation covered the history of flag football in Alaska, starting in 2006 when it was added to address Title IX compliance, and the evolution of the sport from its early days to the current sanctioned state tournaments. Kathleen explained how the sport expanded from eight Anchorage schools to include Fairbanks and Valley schools, leading to the establishment of state championships three years ago in Wasilla. Jamie and her coaching partner Jeff discussed their recent state championship victory, their unique offensive plays including a Boise State-style hook and lateral, and the challenges of coaching in North Pole's harsh weather conditions. The discussion also covered travel experiences between Fairbanks and Anchorage teams, the financial challenges of non-conference play, and potential future tournament formats including a proposed jamboree-style tournament. The broadcast concluded with updates on upcoming D1, D2, and D3 football semifinals, as well as brief mentions of other sports including UA volleyball and UAA men's basketball.

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Keaton and Brad take some time to look at the 2026 state flag football bracket and also D1 state football championships. Cameron Turner , UAA men's basketball head coach, also joins in toward the end of the episode. Just a heads up we did have some technical difficulties in this episode as it got cut off prior to use getting a chance to talk about d2 and d3 state football championships.

Brad and Keaton discuss high school football as there is only two weeks left in the regular season. Along with an update on girls flag football.

High school volleyball and UAA volleyball after losing two GNAC games on the road and look to bounce back this weekend.

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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AST is back with Episode 4, featuring Anchorage Wolverines GM Merit Waldrop as he reflects on his journey through Alaska hockey—from UAA and the Aces to leading the Wolverines. He shares his approach to building a team around character and hard work, looks back at last season’s strong finish and close playoff exit, and discusses the roster decisions ahead.

The crew also previews the Wolverines’ September 11–12 showdown with Team USA’s U-17 squad at Sullivan Arena, alongside Alaska State Hockey Hall of Fame festivities. Merit explains what makes Anchorage a compelling destination for players and why hosting some of the nation’s top young hockey talent is a special opportunity for Alaska fans.

On the football field, the conversation covers Bartlett’s resurgence under coach Hans Diemer, its upcoming rivalry clash with East, Lathrop versus Palmer, and the Battle of the Bridge between Chugiak and Eagle River.

Plus, Kodiak celebrates its first home football win since 2019, South stays unbeaten and unscored upon in flag football, and the crew checks in on UAA volleyball and preseason basketball buzz.

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Keaton, Isaiah, and Brad welcome West Anchorage head football coach Brown Faaaliga to recap the Eagles’ challenging trip to Colorado, where the heat, elevation and injuries tested the team against Heritage High School. Coach Brown reflects on lessons from the loss, West’s progress at the season’s halfway point, his coaching partnership with Tim Davis and the team’s preparation for a major Cook Inlet Conference matchup against South Anchorage.

The crew also breaks down Soldotna’s impressive battle with Wyoming powerhouse Star Valley and previews the Railbelt Conference showdown between Soldotna and Lathrop. They check in on Alaska’s high school volleyball season, highlighting upcoming weekday matchups and encouraging families and students to get out and support their local teams.

The conversation also explores the continued rise of girls’ flag football, its growing participation and popularity across Alaska, and the excitement surrounding the sport’s future on the Olympic stage. Plus, they preview the Anchorage Wolverines’ highly anticipated games against the USA Hockey National Team Development Program at Sullivan Arena on September 11 and 12. The two-game series will feature some of the country’s top young hockey talent, along with a 50/50 raffle that could award a prize of at least $10,000.

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