Just over a week ago, Northwestern field hockey won its third championship in five seasons, cementing itself as one of the premier programs in the sport. Head coach Tracey Fuchs joins Zach to talk about how the Wildcats got the job done during a thrilling Final Four, why this title was different and how she’s established a dynasty in Evanston. Then, star midfielder Maddie Zimmer reflects on her accomplished career in purple, breaks down some of her best plays of the NCAA tournament and shares what’s next.

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After a loss in the regular-season finale to Illinois, Zach reflects on what went wrong during rivalry week. He explains why this was a full-circle moment for the 2025 Northwestern season and how two of the Wildcats’ biggest woes this year combined to result in a frustrating outcome. Then, Zach reacts to Michigan State hiring former Northwestern coach Pat Fitzgerald, detailing the complicated nature of his feelings about Fitz and examining whether or not the Spartans made a smart choice.

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To celebrate Thanksgiving, Zach shares why he’s thankful for Northwestern returning to a bowl game after a thrilling victory over Minnesota. He lauds Preston Stone’s best game as a Wildcat, while highlighting some other standout performances on offense. Then, Mike Cagley of the Illini Guys joins the show to preview the rivalry game against Illinois. The pair breaks down the Illini’s season thus far, while discussing the state of competing in the Big Ten and makes their predictions for the game.

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