Aaliyah McCormick’s rise from a lightning‑fast kid in San Diego to an NCAA champion hurdler at Oregon is a story of raw talent sharpened by relentless work. Growing up, her speed was impossible to ignore, and by high school she was breaking records at Scripps Ranch and establishing herself as one of the nation’s premier young hurdlers. At Oregon, she’s become a force, cementing her place among the fastest collegiate hurdlers ever. Her journey includes a comeback from injury that showcased her resilience and competitive fire that fuels a mindset resulting in her dominance on the track.

This is the Mighty Oregon Podcast and this is Ducks track and field star Aaliyah McCormick…Hurdling the Field.

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Oregon infielder Ryan Cooney has become one of the Ducks’ most reliable and impactful players, but his rise is anything but typical for an in‑state kid who once flew under the recruiting radar. In this conversation, he opens up about growing up in a Duck household, falling in love with baseball later than most, and grinding his way from an overlooked local prospect to a cornerstone of Oregon’s lineup. He also reflects on the unique pride of helping elevate Oregon baseball’s reputation — proving that elite players can come from right here in the Northwest. This episode dives into the mindset, maturity, and work ethic behind one of the Ducks’ breakout juniors.

This is the Mighty Oregon Podcast and this is Ducks infielder Ryan Cooney...Embracing the Grind.

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Oregon pitcher Lyndsey Grein brings one of the most fascinating dualities in college softball — a soft‑spoken, bubbly, faith‑driven personality off the field and a fiery, unapologetically intense competitor the moment she steps into the circle. In this conversation, Grein opens up about growing up in a military family, the values that shaped her, and the relentless work ethic forged alongside her sister in basement pitching tunnels and late‑night training sessions. Lyndsey also shares how her faith helps her balance compassion with the fierce “33” persona that emerges on game day. And with stories of chirping hitters, calling her own pitches, and flipping the competitive switch the moment the jersey goes on, she reveals how that on‑field fire has become both her edge and her expression of love for her teammates. This episode dives into the heart, grit, and spiritual foundation behind one of the Ducks’ most animated and beloved leaders.

This is the Mighty Oregon Podcast and this is Oregon softball’s Lyndsey Grein - A Different Duck on the Diamond

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Sofia Bell’s story blends hometown roots, academic drive, and on‑court grit into one of the most compelling journeys in Oregon women’s basketball. Growing up in a Ducks household, she fell in love with the game early and eventually emerged as a McDonald’s All‑American before stepping onto campus and earning a starting role from day one. Her evolution into a three‑and‑D cornerstone, a lockdown defender with a clutch shooting touch, is matched only by her growth as a vocal leader, helping a young roster as the savvy veteran presence. 

This is the Mighty Oregon Podcast and this is Ducks guard Sofia Bell...Leader of the Pack

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Former Oregon softball standout Darya Kaboli‑Nejad brings one of the most compelling journeys you’ll hear in college athletics—a walk‑on from Omaha who talked her way onto a top‑ranked Ducks roster and earned a scholarship through sheer grit and belief in herself. At Oregon, she became known for her relentless work ethic, infectious energy, and the underdog mentality that shaped both her playing career and her life after softball. Darya is now a successful lawyer with a heart for helping others — proving that her tenacity extends far beyond the softball field.

This is the Mighty Oregon Podcast and this is former Ducks softball player Darya Kaboli-Nejad - Talking the Talk

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Malik Benson’s path to Eugene has been unique to say the least. Benson was an explosive athlete in high school that excelled on the football field as well as track and field but his grades kept him from attending a major university. Two years at Hutchinson Community College earned Benson a call from Nick Saban, fulfilling a childhood dream. A year with the Tide followed by a year at Florida State then led Benson to the Ducks, where he’s found his stride at just the right moment…hoping his play will help propel Oregon on a deep run in the College Football Playoff.

This is the Mighty Oregon Podcast and this is Oregon wide receiver Malik Benson - Finding a Way

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From the hardwood of Seattle to the bright lights of Eugene, Katie Fiso has been rewriting the script of what it means to be a point guard at Oregon. The Gatorade Player of the Year in Washington, she arrived with a pedigree that instantly turned heads. But Katie’s story is more than just stats and accolades. After the heartbreaking loss of her father, she’s shown resilience, strength, and a fire that fuels her game. Now, Fiso is carving her own path, one dazzling assist, one clutch bucket, and one inspiring moment at a time.

This is the Mighty Oregon Podcast and this is Ducks point guard Katie Fiso…Carving Her Own Path.

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The big lights shine the brightest on the biggest payers at the biggest schools. Oregon very much fits into that category as some of the biggest names in college football history have made their way through Eugene. When the lights shine the brightest, it all comes down to making plays…simple as that. Teitum Tuioti now has the bright lights shining directly on him as he and line mate Matayo Uiagalelei have formed one of, if not the best, defensive end duos in the nation. Tuioti, a coach's son from Hawaii, has had to earn his spot every step of the way. No free handouts. Nothing given to him. And with the lights shining directly on him, he wouldn’t have it any other way.

This is the Mighty Oregon Podcast and this is Oregon outside linebacker Teitum Tuioti…Not Just a Coaches Kid

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In the age of the transfer portal, if a player isn’t getting playing time, they’re likely to ship out before the season even ends. From the time Kenyon Sadiq arrived in Eugene, his maturity has stood out. So when Sadiq was behind two future NFL tight ends in Terrance Ferguson and Patrick Herbert last season, he took it as an opportunity to learn and get better at his craft. Now a starter and budding NFL prospect, Sadiq is looking to follow in Ferguson and Herbert’s footsteps as a professional, but not before helping the Ducks reach their full potential, just like himself. 

This is the Mighty Oregon Podcast and this is Ducks tight end Kenyon Sadiq: Taking Flight

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Two of the newest members of the Ducks coaching family join the show as Rob sits down with women's soccer coach Tracy Joyner to discuss getting to Oregon, her playing and coaching career and her "winning style" of play she brings to the Ducks. Then volleyball coach Trent Kersten talks about how he, eventually, fell in love with volleyball and the road he's taken to get to Eugene.

This is the Mighty Oregon podcast and this is Tracy Joyner & Trent Kersten - New Ducks on the Block.

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There are a million different ways to swing a golf club. Picturesque like Rory McIlroy. Abstract like Scottie Scheffler. For most of us, there are a million and one ways to hit it terribly. Oregon’s Kiara Romero’s game is closer to Rory and Scottie, which has her thinking long term and where golf might take her. Coming off a historical year where she earned national freshman of the year, Romero followed it up with a stellar sophomore season, helping the Ducks to a conference title and earning Big Ten golfer of the year. The sky is the limit for Romero as one of the top amateurs in the world prepares to try to bring home a national title for the Ducks.

This is the Mighty Oregon Podcast and this is Oregon Golf’s Kiara Romero - Process Over Perfection

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