The Tale of BYU's Cougar TailBig Stories • Season 3, Episode 20
Oct 23, 2025 • 15m
BYU's Cougar Tail is a staple for football fans who attend games at LaVell Edwards Stadium. But what are the origins of the large maple bar? And why would BYU make a donut its signature food item at sporting events? Well, Cleon Wall and the Big Stories team found a guy who was there from the inception of the sweet treat and can fill us in on the maple-ee details.
Guests:
Russ Robertson - Former BYU Donut Guru
John McDonald - Executive Chef, BYU Dining Services
Job Rodriguez - Support Services Director, BYU Dining Services
Jared Wilkey - Current BYU Donut Guru