On this episode of The CGA Tour, host Calvin Glen Alexander is joined by GoPokes.com and 247Sports writer McClain Baxley to dive into the optimism surrounding Oklahoma State athletics. From the renewed energy in the Cowboys football program to the rebuilding excitement on the basketball court, Calvin and McClain break down what fans can look forward to, key storylines heading into the season, and what it will take for OSU to rise back to prominence in both sports. Whether you're all in on Cowboy football or hoping for a basketball bounce-back, this is a must-listen for any Pokes fan.
🔗 Follow McClain Baxley
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mcclainbaxley
🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/McclainBaxley
✍️ Work: https://247sports.com/college/oklahoma-state/
🎧 Follow The CGA Tour
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecgatour
🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/thecgatour
🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2lFQ4gIMlQhkQbKdI3QjKa
🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cga-tour/id1449291796
💬 Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell 🔔 for more Oklahoma State sports content.
📺 Episode Timeline
00:00 – Intro
01:15 – Welcoming McClain Baxley
03:00 – OSU Football: State of the Program
08:45 – Key Returning Players & Transfer Portal Additions
13:20 – Expectations for the 2025 Season
17:50 – Mike Gundy’s Outlook & Leadership
21:40 – Shift to OSU Basketball
23:00 – Coaching Changes & New Direction
27:15 – Roster Outlook: Who's Staying, Leaving, or Arriving
32:30 – What Will It Take to Compete in the Big 12 Again?
37:00 – Fanbase Hopes vs. Reality
38:10 – What’s Next for Both Programs
39:30 – Final Thoughts & Where to Follow McClain
40:45 – Outro
Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5459041440759808
Popular Podcasts
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!