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  1. 4d ago

    How Jalen Cooper Turned Doubt Into Opportunity

    In this exclusive SMU Football player profile, wide receiver Jalen Cooper shares the story behind his rise from San Antonio, Texas, to the ACC. From scoring six touchdowns in his very first football game to breaking receiving records in high school, Cooper reflects on the moments that shaped his career.He opens up about being overlooked throughout his football journey, the unforgettable experience of being the last player picked at an All-American event, and how he used doubt as motivation. Cooper also discusses the sacrifices his father made to help him chase his dreams, why he chose SMU, the culture that makes the Mustangs different, and why he believes this year's team can be one of the best in the country.Whether you're an SMU fan, college football fan, or simply love underdog stories, this conversation offers an inside look at one of the rising playmakers in the ACC.Subscribe for more exclusive SMU Football interviews, behind-the-scenes content, player stories, and Mustang Athletics coverage.Chapters:00:00 Growing Up in San Antonio00:10 The Competitive Bond With His Dad00:47 Six Touchdowns in His First Football Game01:02 Breaking School Records & Leaving His Mark01:11 Being Overlooked01:39 Proving Everyone Wrong02:17 Why SMU Felt Like Home02:52 Rhett Lashlee's Impact on the Program03:07 The Surprising Hobby Fans Don't Know About03:48 Can SMU Become a Top 10 Team?Learn more about our Partnership with SMU Athletics: https://collegesportsco.com/news/mustang-studiosFOLLOW MUSTANG STUDIOS HERE:► TWITTER | https://x.com/MustangStudioCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@mustangstudios► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/MustangStudiosCo► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@MustangStudiosCo/featured?sub_confirmation=1► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/MustangStudios#SMUFootball #PonyUp #ACCFootball

    4 min
  2. 5d ago

    The Red Card That Started a Football Career

    Joshua Bates sits down to discuss growing up in Durango, Colorado, winning a state championship, following in his father's footsteps, developing at Oklahoma, and why SMU felt like family from day one.The SMU offensive lineman shares his journey from a small mountain town to college football's biggest stages, his long-term vision beyond football, and his expectations for the Mustangs as they chase an ACC Championship and a College Football Playoff run.In this exclusive SMU Football interview, Bates opens up about toughness, leadership, competition, family, and the mindset that drives him every day.Sponsors:Visit https://www.gcats.com/ and see how they can power your next project. Chapters:0:00 Meet Joshua Bates0:08 Growing Up in Durango, Colorado0:39 Following His Dad's Football Legacy1:04 The Red Card Story1:13 The PowerPoint That Changed Everything1:30 Winning a State Championship During COVID2:18 Arriving at Oklahoma at 17 Years Old2:59 Why He Chose SMU3:07 Football Has a Shelf Life3:16 The "40-Year Plan" Philosophy3:24 What Makes SMU Different3:53 Chasing an ACC ChampionshipLearn more about our Partnership with SMU Athletics: https://collegesportsco.com/news/mustang-studiosFOLLOW MUSTANG STUDIOS HERE:► TWITTER | https://x.com/MustangStudioCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@mustangstudios► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/MustangStudiosCo► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@MustangStudiosCo/featured?sub_confirmation=1► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/MustangStudios#SMUFootball #JoshuaBates #PonyUp

    4 min
  3. 5d ago

    Get to Know Jalen Hale in Under 3 Minutes | Walk with K7

    Kevin Jennings and Jalen Hale take a walk around SMU and answer some rapid-fire questions in another episode of Walk With K7.Who is the funniest player on the team? Who talks the most trash? Who is destined for a breakout season? Which teammate would survive longest on a deserted island? Kevin and Jalen give their honest answers and call out plenty of teammates along the way.From football and fashion to music, movies, Dallas restaurants and dream vacations, this episode gives fans a behind-the-scenes look at two of the biggest names in SMU Football.Sponsors:YK1K - To shop the latest SMU releases, Dallas-inspired apparel, and exclusive drops, visit https://www.YK1KLLC.com and follow https://www.instagram.com/yk1kllc/ on social media. Chapters:0:00 Welcome Jalen Hale0:13 Who Talks The Most Trash?0:18 One Word To Describe SMU0:28 The Teammate Always Running Late0:46 Best Dressed Mustang0:51 Jalen's Favorite Dallas Restaurant1:00 SMU's Next Breakout Star1:16 Which Teammate Can't Meet His Daughter?1:28 Desert Island Survival Pick1:44 Top 3 Music Artists Right Now2:01 Future Coach On The Team2:13 Favorite TV Show & Movie2:24 Jalen Turns The Tables On K7Subscribe for more exclusive SMU Football content, player interviews, behind-the-scenes access, and episodes of Walk With K7.Learn more about our Partnership with SMU Athletics: https://collegesportsco.com/news/mustang-studiosFOLLOW MUSTANG STUDIOS HERE:► TWITTER | https://x.com/MustangStudioCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@mustangstudios► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/MustangStudiosCo► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@MustangStudiosCo/featured?sub_confirmation=1► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/MustangStudios#SMUFootball #KevinJennings #JalenHale

    3 min
  4. 6d ago

    He Turned SMU’s Facility Into His Apartment | The 214

    SMU football players Alexander Kilgore and Yamir Knight join The 214 for a candid conversation about team culture, leadership, NIL, daily life as student-athletes, and the expectations surrounding SMU football heading into a massive season.The duo opens up about offseason training, transferring to SMU, financial literacy, Dallas life, Coach Rhett Lashlee’s impact on the program, and the incredible story of Kilgore sleeping inside the football facility for four months during fall camp.With SMU continuing its rise on the national stage, these two leaders provide a behind-the-scenes look at what makes the Mustang locker room different.Chapters:00:00 The Craziest Transfer Story Of The Summer01:00 SMU Volleyball Wants A National Title02:00 Breaking Attendance Records In Texas03:00 The Infrastructure Behind Winning04:00 Competing With The Best Programs In America05:00 Paradise, Volleyball & History Making Opportunities06:00 Why Elite Recruits Keep Choosing SMU07:00 A Former Top-100 Recruit Comes Home08:00 The Missing Piece For SMU Basketball09:00 Wait... An MLB Player Is Playing College Football?10:00 Jordyn Adams Changes Everything12:00 Professional Habits Meet College Football14:00 Rhett Lashlee Is Earning National Respect16:00 Can SMU Reach The Playoff Again?18:31 Intro to Alexander Kilgore and Yamir Knight24:02 Football, Classes & Real Life28:29 Why SMU Won The Recruiting Battle31:33 The NIL Lessons Every Athlete Needs33:19 Living In The Football Facility35:02 Their Secret Dallas Recommendations40:32 The Standard Is The Standard43:34 Jalen Hale Doesn't Hold Back46:30 The Next SMU Superstar?Learn more about our Partnership with SMU Athletics: https://collegesportsco.com/news/mustang-studiosFOLLOW MUSTANG STUDIOS HERE:► TWITTER | https://x.com/MustangStudioCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@mustangstudios► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/MustangStudiosCo► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@MustangStudiosCo/featured?sub_confirmation=1► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/MustangStudios#SMUFootball #PonyUpDallas #ACCFootball

    48 min
  5. Jun 17

    Brandon Booker Has Answers For EVERYTHING | Walk With K7

    Kevin Jennings goes on a walk with SMU Linebacker Brandon Booker for another episode of Walk With Me. Find out who’s the funniest player on the team and biggest trash talker to who wouldn't be allowed to date their daughter, nothing was off limits. Booker also shares his breakout player prediction, favorite Dallas food spots, music, and much more.Sponsors:YK1K - To shop the latest SMU releases, Dallas-inspired apparel, and exclusive drops, visit https://www.YK1KLLC.com and follow https://www.instagram.com/yk1kllc/ on social media. Chapters:00:00 Welcome Back to Walk With K70:05 Funniest Player On The Team0:16 Biggest Trash Talker0:27 Define SMU In One Word0:41 Best Dressed Teammate0:47 Best Restaurant In Dallas1:01 Breakout Player Prediction1:14 Kevin Isn’t Allowed to Date Brandon’s Daughter 😂1:22 Brandon Could Survive and Thrive on Island1:39 Top 3 Music Artists1:57 Favorite Movie2:36 Thanks For WatchingSubscribe for more SMU Football content, player interviews, behind-the-scenes access, and exclusive stories from the Mustang locker room.Learn more about our Partnership with SMU Athletics: https://collegesportsco.com/news/mustang-studiosFOLLOW MUSTANG STUDIOS HERE:► TWITTER | https://x.com/MustangStudioCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@mustangstudios► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/MustangStudiosCo► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@MustangStudiosCo/featured?sub_confirmation=1► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/MustangStudios#SMUFootball #PonyUpDallas #KevinJennings

    3 min
  6. Jun 16

    SMU Has NEVER Entered a Season Like This | The 214

    Kevin Jennings enters the 2026 season with legitimate Heisman Trophy buzz as SMU prepares for one of thKevin Jennings enters the 2026 season with legitimate Heisman Trophy buzz as SMU prepares for one of the most anticipated football seasons in program history.Alex Glover and Billy Embody are back with episode two of The 214 to break down Kevin Jennings' Heisman chances, PJ Williams' preseason All-American recognition, SMU's toughest games, expectations surrounding Rhett Lashlee’s team, and what it will take for the Mustangs to make another College Football Playoff push.Plus, Kevin Jennings and PJ Williams join the show to discuss leadership, trust, spring practice, life off the field, SMU's rise, and why this team believes its best football is still ahead.Chapters:0:00 Kevin Jennings' Leadership Philosophy0:40 SMU's Championship Expectations1:18 Is Kevin Jennings A Heisman Contender?2:24 The Formula For Winning The Heisman3:22 The Game That Could Change Everything4:45 PJ Williams Is Getting National Attention6:26 SMU's Growing National Reputation7:57 Why Everyone Is Watching SMU9:30 The Sneaky Tough Game10:14 Notre Dame Changes Everything11:17 Why There Are No Easy Weeks12:44 Kevin Jennings & PJ Williams Interview15:08 Life Beyond Football17:20 Spring Break, LA & The Rodeo25:35 Spring Practice Battles30:04 The Road To SMU32:53 Dealing With Expectations35:01 The Best Part Of Being A Mustang42:14 Walk With K7: Brandon Booker45:16 SMU's Next Defensive Star?46:06 Final ThoughtsLearn more about our Partnership with SMU Athletics: https://collegesportsco.com/news/mustang-studiosFOLLOW MUSTANG STUDIOS HERE:► TWITTER | https://x.com/MustangStudioCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@mustangstudios► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/MustangStudiosCo► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@MustangStudiosCo/featured?sub_confirmation=1► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/MustangStudios#SMUFootball #PonyUp #ACCe most anticipated football seasons in program history.Alex Glover and Billy Embody are back with episode two of The 214 to break down Kevin Jennings' Heisman chances, PJ Williams' preseason All-American recognition, SMU's toughest games, expectations surrounding Rhett Lashlee’s team, and what it will take for the Mustangs to make another College Football Playoff push.Plus, Kevin Jennings and PJ Williams join the show to discuss leadership, trust, spring practice, life off the field, SMU's rise, and why this team believes its best football is still ahead.Chapters:0:00 Kevin Jennings' Leadership Philosophy0:40 SMU's Championship Expectations1:18 Is Kevin Jennings A Heisman Contender?2:24 The Formula For Winning The Heisman3:22 The Game That Could Change Everything4:45 PJ Williams Is Getting National Attention6:26 SMU's Growing National Reputation7:57 Why Everyone Is Watching SMU9:30 The Sneaky Tough Game10:14 Notre Dame Changes Everything11:17 Why There Are No Easy Weeks12:44 Kevin Jennings & PJ Williams Interview15:08 Life Beyond Football17:20 Spring Break, LA & The Rodeo25:35 Spring Practice Battles30:04 The Road To SMU32:53 Dealing With Expectations35:01 The Best Part Of Being A Mustang42:14 Walk With K7: Brandon Booker45:16 SMU's Next Defensive Star?46:06 Final ThoughtsLearn more about our Partnership with SMU Athletics: https://collegesportsco.com/news/mustang-studiosFOLLOW MUSTANG STUDIOS HERE:► TWITTER | https://x.com/MustangStudioCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@mustangstudios► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/MustangStudiosCo► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@MustangStudiosCo/featured?sub_confirmation=1► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/MustangStudios#SMUFootball #PonyUp #ACC

    47 min
  7. Jun 11

    The Brooklyn Mentality Zahra King Is Bringing to SMU

    SMU Women's Basketball guard Zahra King shares her journey from Brooklyn, New York to the Hilltop.Growing up playing basketball in New York City parks alongside her brothers, Zahra developed the toughness and competitive mindset that helped shape her basketball career. In this candid conversation, she discusses discovering the path to college basketball, navigating the recruiting process, playing AAU, and ultimately finding her home at SMU.Zahra also explains why SMU stood out during her recruitment, what makes the Mustang community special, and the goals she has for the future of SMU Women's Basketball.From Brooklyn grit to championship aspirations, get to know one of the leaders helping build the future of SMU Women's Basketball.Subscribe for more exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes access, and stories from across SMU Athletics.Chapters:0:00 Growing Up in Brooklyn, New York0:24 Basketball, Baseball & Early Sports0:46 Realizing College Basketball Was Possible1:17 Learning the Recruiting Process1:34 Seeing College Coaches for the First Time2:02 Why Zahra Chose SMU2:27 The Power of the SMU Network2:43 Her Goals for SMU Women's Basketball2:51 Taking SMU Back to the TournamentLearn more about our Partnership with SMU Athletics: https://collegesportsco.com/news/mustang-studiosFOLLOW MUSTANG STUDIOS HERE:► TWITTER | https://x.com/MustangStudioCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@mustangstudios► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/MustangStudiosCo► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@MustangStudiosCo/featured?sub_confirmation=1► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/MustangStudios#SMU #PonyUpDallas #SMUWBB

    3 min
  8. Jun 9

    The Blueprint Behind SMU's Rise | The 214

    In this debut episode of The 214 hosted with Alex Glover and Billy Embody, we bring you an EXCLUSIVE sit-down interview with athletic director Damon Evans for a deep conversation about the Mustang momentum, NIL, the future of SMU athletics, College Football Playoff aspirations, and what comes next for the university.Plus, the debut of the Walk with K7 segment as Kevin Jennings is joined by PJ Williams and gives you the latestChapters:00:00 Welcome To The 21401:19 Favorite SMU Moments Of The Year04:58 Men's Basketball's NCAA Tournament Run08:42 Women's Basketball Outlook11:13 SMU Football's Huge Season13:25 Kevin Jennings Is Being Overlooked16:17 Historic ACC Championship Moments19:35 Walk With K7 Begins22:21 Why PJ Williams Is NFL-Bound23:09 Damon Evans Joins The Show24:03 SMU's Momentum Across Athletics26:13 Defining The SMU Experience32:32 Strategy Behind SMU's Rise35:00 Mustang Studios36:01 Preparing Athletes For Life37:35 NIL Advice For Athletes39:18 National Championship Expectations40:45 Damon Evans' Message To Recruits43:37 OutroLearn more about our Partnership with SMU Athletics: https://collegesportsco.com/news/mustang-studiosFOLLOW MUSTANG STUDIOS HERE:► TWITTER | https://x.com/MustangStudioCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@mustangstudios► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/MustangStudiosCo► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@MustangStudiosCo/featured?sub_confirmation=1► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/MustangStudios#SMUFootball #PonyUp #ACC

    44 min

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