Taking the Lead
In the Mountain West, we take the lead. We show heart and grit and have the vision to be leaders in everything we do. We don’t wait for opportunities. We create our own. Today is our day, and we will take the lead.
A weekly podcast hosted by MWN Studio Host, Karlie Drew, Taking the Lead features interviews with head coaches, student athletes, and others figures around the Mountain West.
Taking the Lead
Latest Episodes
Taylor Rath, Utah State Women's Soccer & Chicago Stars FC
On this episode of Taking the Lead with host Karlie Drew, Taylor Rath shares how her journey through college soccer led her to the Mountain West—where she found clarity, played freely, and helped lead Utah State to a conference champio...
Jasmine Harris— Nevada Track & Field | SAAC President & Mountain West NCAA Division I SAAC Representative
Nevada track & field senior Jasmine Harris joins Taking the Lead to share how sport has shaped her leadership on and off the track. Harris reflects on her journey, the mentors who guided her growth, and how competition prepared her to serve...
Tatum Berg, Colorado State Women's Cross Country
On this episode of Taking the Lead with host Karlie Drew, Colorado State’s Tatum Berg dives into her journey as a Ram—sharing how she embraces the big moments, the personal goals driving her this season, and why choosing CSU was the right fit. ...
Victoria Hayward and Delanie Wisz, Nevada Softball
Taking the Lead host Karlie Drew sits down with Nevada Softball Head Coach Victoria Hayward and Assistant Coach Delanie Wisz. The two dive into their Athletes Unlimited season, Hayward shares how competing against the game’s best fuels her lead...
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Kailin Downs, Boise State Women's Golf Head Coach
Taking the Lead host Karlie Drew sits down with Boise State Women’s Golf head coach Kailin Downs. Last month, Downs led Team USA at the 2025 Toyota Junior Golf World Cup. She shares her experiences on the international stage, reflects on her de...
