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The Pawd: Episode 2 (Andy Ward)

The Pawd
Published on 8/15/2025
The Pawd
Published on 8/15/2025
In this episode of The Pawd, we're joined by Associate Director for Sports Performance, Andy Ward, to pull back the curtain on Fresno State Football's strength and conditioning program. Coach Ward shares what it's like to train the Bulldogs, the science that fuels the grind, how the approach shifts from offseason to game week, and what it means to be part of the program's culture and success.
Hosted by: Taylor Martinez and Andrew Worth
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Published on 3/26/2026

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Published on 3/24/2026

On this episode of The Pawd, Sacramento State transfers Dylan Hampsten and Micah Mosely join the show as they prepare for spring football. The duo discusses their journey through the transfer portal, what drew them to Fresno State, and what to expect from the defensive line this upcoming season.
Published on 3/19/2026