The Mighty Oregon Podcast

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144. Aaliyah McCormick - Hurdling the Field

June 07, 2026

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...

143. Ryan Cooney - Embracing the Grind

May 10, 2026

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 — ...

142. Lyndsey Grein - A Different Duck on the Diamond

April 23, 2026

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 ho...