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Go inside the locker rooms at the Cintas Center with this Xavier basketball insider podcast from MusketeerReport.com.

Rick Broering


    • May 28, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 50m AVG DURATION
    • 147 EPISODES

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    The Musketeer Report Podcast is the ultimate resource for Xavier fans who want to stay in the loop on all things related to their favorite college basketball program in Cincinnati. Hosted by Rick and Paul, this podcast offers a wealth of insider information and captivating discussions that are both informative and enjoyable to listen to. With their combined expertise and connections, Rick and Paul deliver an exceptional podcast experience that leaves listeners wanting more.

    One of the best aspects of The Musketeer Report Podcast is the sheer amount of valuable information it provides. Rick, with his extensive knowledge of Xavier basketball, offers insights and analysis that are unmatched. His deep understanding of the team's strategies, players, and performance allows listeners to gain a comprehensive understanding of what is happening both on and off the court. Furthermore, Paul's recent graduation from Xavier brings a fresh perspective to the podcast. His enthusiasm for the program shines through in his engaging delivery, making for an entertaining listening experience.

    Another standout feature of this podcast is its conversational and easy-to-listen-to format. The hosts have excellent chemistry together, creating an atmosphere that feels like you're sitting down with friends discussing your favorite team. Their banter flows naturally, keeping the conversation lively while still staying focused on providing valuable content. This conversational style also makes it accessible to fans at any level of basketball knowledge, whether you're a die-hard fan or just starting to get into Xavier basketball.

    While The Musketeer Report Podcast has many strengths, there are few drawbacks worth mentioning. Occasionally, some episodes may lack a specific focus or structure, leading to moments where topics seem disjointed or rushed through. However, this can be seen as a minor issue considering the overall quality and depth of information provided throughout most episodes.

    In conclusion, The Musketeer Report Podcast is a must-listen for any Xavier fan who wants inside information on their beloved basketball program. With Rick's expertise and Paul's passion, this podcast offers a well-rounded and entertaining listening experience that keeps fans engaged and informed. Whether you're looking for game analysis, player updates, or just want to be part of the Xavier basketball community, The Musketeer Report Podcast is the perfect way to stay connected and up to date with all things Xavier basketball.



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    Latest episodes from Musketeer Report Podcast

    Message Board Q&A (5/28/25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 21:45


    Rick answers questions from the message board at MusketeerReport.com.

    A conversation with Tarvish Felton (Xavier assistant coach)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 17:04


    Rick is joined by Xavier assistant coach Tarvish Felton for a conversation about his background, recruiting undervalued talents at New Mexico, priorities when building XU's roster, the PG position, & more.

    A conversation with Isaac Chew (Xavier Associate Head Coach)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 16:35


    Rick is joined by Xavier's associate head coach Isaac Chew for a conversation about his bond with Richard Pitino, the type of players they look for, why he's always admired the Big East, and how they're building a roster.

    Call-in Show: Xavier lands three transfers in one day

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 79:28


    Rick is joined by Paul Fritschner, Jason Meyer (Cap X), Kenny Frease and a cast of Xavier fans to talk about Xavier's big recruiting weekend and more.

    Xavier introduces Richard Pitino as its new head coach

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 62:37


    Paul Fritschner and Rick Broering discuss Richard Pitino's introductory press conference at Xavier.

    Call-in Show: Xavier hires Richard Pitino Jr as new head coach

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 49:48


    Rick takes calls from Xavier fans after Xavier announced the hiring of Richard Pitino Jr. as the new head coach at Xavier.

    Xavier beats Texas, Faces Illinois in Round of 64

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 32:57


    Rick is joined by Paul Fritschner and Jeremy Werner from 247Sports' Illinois site to discuss Xavier's win over Texas and the matchup against the Fighting Illini.

    Xavier faces Texas in First Four matchup in NCAA Tournament

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 46:27


    Paul Fritschner joins Rick Broering to discuss Xavier's First Four matchup in the NCAA Tournament against Texas.

    Regular season recap and Big East Tournament preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 53:48


    Paul Fritschner joins Rick Broering to discuss Xavier's seven-game winning streak to end the regular season, whether or not the Musketeers met expectations, the latest bracketology, and the Big East Tournament.

    Xavier reels off six wins in a row

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 41:44


    Paul Fritschner joins Rick to discuss Xavier's last two huge wins over Creighton and Butler. The guys talk about what Greg McDermott and Thad Matta had to say about the Musketeers, and also give their thoughts on Xavier's chances of winning the Big East Tournament.

    Three down, four to go

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 41:14


    Paul Fritschner joins Rick Broering to discuss Xavier's win over Butler, the Musketeers' final regular season matchups, and a bracketology update.

    Can Xavier run the table?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 35:00


    Rick is joined by Paul Fritschner to discuss whether or not the Musketeers can reel off seven-straight wins after missing a big opportunity to enhance their resume with a Quad 1 win at Villanova. They also talk about which players they're most focused on watching the next seven games, and preview Xavier's upcoming game at Providence.

    Call-in Show: Bubble Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2025 57:44


    Rick is joined by Hunter Sansom AKA NKY Bracket Guy and Paul Fritschner to talk bracketology and where Xavier currently stands. They go on to discuss John Hugley's big performance at Creighton, Dailyn Swain's recent breakout, the bench play from Jerome Hunter and Dante Maddox, and the upcoming matchup against Georgetown.

    Xavier fights to keep season alive

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 36:23


    Paul Fritschner and Rick Broering discuss Xavier's recent stretch with big wins and a tough overtime loss at St. John's, where the Musketeers stand in terms of Bracketology, the impact of Dailyn Swain's injury, the lack of bench production, and more.

    Musketeer Report Podcast: Looking forward after the DePaul win

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2025 30:40


    Paul Fritschner joins Rick Broering to discuss takeaways from Xavier's win over DePaul and the road ahead for the Musketeers. Rick then talks about what he thinks is this team's biggest issue and what he's focused on the rest of the way.

    Xavier searches for a closer over Christmas break

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2024 31:04


    Rick Broering is joined by Paul Fritschner to discuss Xavier's close losses to UConn and Marquette.

    Call-in Show: Zach Freemantle out indefinitely with knee injury

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 43:07


    Rick takes calls from Xavier fans and discusses Zach Freemantle's knee injury and the Crosstown Shootout.

    Crosstown Shootout Preview w/ Mo Egger

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 78:46


    Rick Broering is joined by Paul Fritschner and Mo Egger to preview the Crosstown Shootout.

    Xavier vs TCU preview w/ Jamie Plunkett (TCU 247)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 12:20


    Rick is joined by Jamie Plunkett from the TCU 247 site HornedFrogBlitz.com to preview Xavier's matchup at TCU in the Big East-Big 12 Battle.

    Xavier outside top 100 in first NET rankings of the season

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2024 52:49


    Paul Fritschner and Rick Broering discuss Xavier being ranked outside the top 100 in the initial NET rankings of the 2024-25 season. The guys address concerns after back-to-back uninspiring performances against Michigan and South Carolina State before looking ahead to the next few games.

    Previewing South Carolina & the Fort Myers Tip-Off

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 35:30


    Rick is joined by Paul Fritschner to talk about Sean Miller's postgame comments following the Musketeers' 80-55 win over Siena. He also talks to John Whittle from the South Carolina 247 site to preview XU's opening round matchup in the Ft. Myers Tip-Off.

    Xavier moves to 4-0 with big win over Wake Forest

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 58:39


    Paul Fritschner and Rick Broering discuss Xavier's 75-60 win over Wake Forest and Xavier's 4-0 start to the season.

    Xavier vs Wake Forest preview w/ Les Johns (Wake Forest 247)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 26:17


    Rick shares some takeaways from the last two games and then previews the Xavier vs Wake Forest matchup with Les Johns from the Wake Forest 247 site Demon Deacon Digest.

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    Musketeer Report Podcast: The good & bad from Xavier's season-opening win

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2024 37:10


    Paul Fritschner and Rick Broering discuss the positive takeaways from Xavier's season-opening 78-69 win over Texas Southern. They also talk about the concerns from game one.

    2024-25 UConn basketball preview with Dave Borges (New Haven Register)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2024 14:15


    Dave Borges from the New Haven Register joins Rick Broering to preview the 2024-25 UConn basketball season.

    2024-25 DePaul basketball preview with Joey Pollizze (DePaul 247)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 10:36


    Rick Broering previews DePaul's 2024-25 basketball team with Joey Pollizze from the DePaul 247 site WeAreDePaul.com.

    2024-25 Xavier basketball preview with Paul Fritschner

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 89:31


    Paul Fritschner and Rick Broering preview Xavier's upcoming season and make predictions for every game on the Musketeers' schedule.

    2024-25 Georgetown basketball preview with Patrick Stevens

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2024 19:03


    Rick talks to DC basketball writer Patrick Stevens about Georgetown's offseason and the Hoyas' outlook for 2024-25.

    Previewing Musketeer Madness and the Dayton exhibition

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2024 63:36


    Paul Fritschner and Rick Broering discuss the start of a new season, Lassina Traore's injury, takeaways from preseason practices, Musketeer Madness, the Dayton exhibition, XU's new docuseries and more.

    2024-25 Seton Hall basketball preview with Adam Zagoria (NJ.com)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 15:02


    Rick talks to NJ.com's Adam Zagoria about Seton Hall's offseason and the Pirates' outlook for 2024-25.

    Lassina Traore to miss season with knee injury

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 10:31


    Xavier's basketball season takes a major hit as key big man Lassina Traore suffers a season-ending knee injury - here's how his absence will impact the Musketeers' lineup, defense, and game plan moving forward.

    2024-25 Butler basketball preview with Akeem Glaspie (Indy Star)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 17:19


    Rick talks to the Indy Star's Akeem Glaspie about Butler's offseason and the Bulldogs' outlook for 2024-25.

    Bonus: Xavier's Associate AD for Development Seth Breitenstein talks NIL

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 22:26


    Xavier's Associate AD for Development Seth Breitenstein talks NIL and answers some questions for fans live at Dana Gardens. BJ from Dana's also shares some information on current fundraisers.

    Live from Dana Gardens w/ Paul Fritschner & Adam Baum

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2024 64:59


    Musketeer Report and The Sean Miller Podcast join forces to talk about Xavier's summer and preview the team before the start of official preseason practices.

    Latest update on Jerome Hunter & fan mailbag

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 24:02


    Rick discusses the latest update on Jerome Hunter's recovery from Achilles surgery. He then answers questions from XU fans.

    2024-25 Marquette basketball preview with Ben Steele (Journal Sentinel)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 15:27


    Rick talks to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's Ben Steele about Marquette's offseason and the Golden Eagles' outlook for 2024-25.

    Musketeer Report Live: Nyk Lewis commits to Xavier

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 9:42


    Rick discusses Nyk Lewis' commitment to Xavier live right after his announcement.

    2024-25 Villanova basketball preview with Jeff Neiburg (Philly Inquirer)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2024 16:26


    Rick talks to the Philadelphia Inquirer's Jeff Neiburg about Villanova's offseason and the Wildcats' outlook for 2024-25.

    2024-25 Providence basketball preview with Bill Koch (Providence Journal)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 28:52


    Rick talks to the Providence Journal's Bill Koch about Providence's offseason and the Friars' outlook for 2024-25.

    2024-25 Creighton basketball preview with Jon Walker (Omaha World-Herald)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2024 25:48


    Rick hits on the team being back on campus for the start of the semester and the latest in Xavier recruiting before diving into Creighton with Jon Walker from the Omaha World-Herald.

    2024-25 St. John's basketball preview with Zach Braziller (NY Post)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2024 22:00


    Rick briefly discusses the latest on Xavier recruiting and the current lull in the offseason schedule before diving into St. John's with Zach Braziller from the New York Post.

    Call-in show: A look at the current team, Bluiett's jersey to be retired

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2024 29:31


    Rick talks about the Zip Em Up team in TBT, his first look at the current team during an open practice, Trevon Bluiett getting his jersey retired, the recruiting evaluation period, and Xavier's 2025 recruiting hot board.

    Previewing Zip Em Up and TBT with Jason Meyer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 50:57


    Zip Em Up's assistant GM Jason Meyer aka CapX34 joined Rick to discuss Xavier's alumni team and the upcoming TBT. The guys also answer listener questions at the end of the show.

    Kenny Frease discusses Xavier's offseason and the new-look frontcourt

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 53:33


    Kenny Frease joined Rick to discuss Xavier's offseason, the potential starting lineup for next season, and the new frontcourt.

    Musketeer Report Live: Ranking The Big East Coaches (6/11/24)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2024 42:15


    Rick discusses Dan Hurley's decision to return to UConn with Locked on UConn host Mark Zanetto. He also ranks the Big East coaches now that Hurley is back in the fold, and talks about Xavier's first workouts of the summer.

    John Fanta talks Big East hoops for the 2024-25 season

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 59:57


    John Fanta joined Rick and Paul to discuss where Xavier stacks up in the Big East. Plus, Fanta talks about the offseason for each Big East team and makes his case for six Big East teams in his way-too-early top 25.

    Call-in show: Xavier hoops Q&A

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2024 38:25


    Rick does a random Q&A with Xavier fans on Memorial Day. Topics discussed include Bill Walton's death, Nike EYBL in Kansas City, comparing XU's three transfer guards to previous transfers, the Musketeers' starting lineup next season, Big East expansion, and more.

    Call-in show: Xavier villains

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2024 57:30


    Rick takes calls from Xavier fans and discusses the biggest Xavier villains of all-time, Jaylen Harrell postponing his decision, Xavier baseball in the Big East tournament, the NCAA settlement, and more.

    Call-in show: Jaylen Harrell visits Xavier

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 44:21


    Rick takes callers and discusses Jaylen Harrell's visit, the NCAA evaluation period, Xavier's baseball team in the Big East Tournament, Zach Freemantle on the Sean Miller Podcast, and more.

    Call-in show: Live evaluation period begins

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 58:44


    Rick takes calls from XU fans and talks about the start of the live evaluation period, close recruiting misses, and XU players who didn't work out for the Musketeers but that he always believed could have.

    Call-in show: How will Xavier's roster look in the future?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 43:36


    Rick talks about Xavier's roster in 2025-26 and how the coaching staff will look to build the team going forward. He also talks to Paul Fritschner about the latest episode of the Sean Miller Podcast with Colby Jones.

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