The College Sports Connection Podcast

Alex and Graham sit down and talk some #MACsketball and who is starting to emerge in the conference race, and then they transition to the potential changes to the five year eligibility rule, what that could mean for recruiting, revenue sharing and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alex and Graham run down the shape of #MACtion hoops, and then dive into the proposal the P4 conferences are putting together: more control for championship events. They discuss how it impacts the G5 and what it could mean for larger events such as March Madness and the CFB Playoffs.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alex and Graham talk about the record 5 bowl wins for the MAC, how games played out stand-out performances. Then, they talk about the NIU move to the Mountain West, what that means for NIU and the MAC!Check it all out in this week's episode!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ball State has been crashing back to earth since their 7-1 season and MAC title back in 2020. Plenty of stars return on the offensive size, but the defense loses everyone, including their DC! Can the Cardinals bounce back and get back to winning, or will their wings be clipped again this season? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alex brings you a quick preview of the NIU football season. The 2023 campaign started and ended on a high note, can the Huskies continue their climb to regain their former glory? Get the NEED TO KNOW in this week's preview-ish!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alex brings you a quick preview of the Toledo football season. The 2023 MAC West Champions lost about 33 players to graduation and transfers, but lots of young talent and a crop of transfers have them ready to compete! Can Toledo make three straight MAC title game appearances? Stay connected to the MAC Sports Connection Podcast!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Football is just over two months away and we have plenty to talk about! over the next few weeks, Alex will be doing a season BRIEFview on all 12 schools in the MAC, covering departures, transfers, how the season will go and much more!take a listen with the first team in Pod One: BGSU Football!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alex welcomes on a familiar voice, Graham Giles your creator of the MAC Baseball Rundown and we talk all things MAC tournament. We review what we got right at the start of the year, what we got very wrong, who is set up for success in this tournament, make our predictions (and a side bet to go with it) and much more! Get the need to know on this week's tournament and be sure to follow along as we bring you coverage all week long starting on Thursday! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themscpodcast/support

Alex takes time to talk the G5 Playoff and respond to Josh Pate, tells YOU why its a bad idea, but not just for the G5, but all of CFB. He also proposes his own *slightly* acceptable version of the G5/P4 relegation and promotion, what do you think? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themscpodcast/support

Mr EMU superfan Zack better known as Vannzee joins Alex this week to talk about EMU, his fandom, some big time memories, relationships with other fans and more! Graham Giles also brings another edition of the MAC Baseball Rundown, and with just a few weeks to go, the road to Avon is heating up! Check out this week's show, subscribe and stay connected to all the action! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themscpodcast/support

Part two is live! This week, Alex tackles the tall task of naming (in his opinion) the greatest single season team for each MAC school, and gives you hi picks for the following: Kent State Miami Northern Illinois Ohio Toledo Western Michigan And as a bonus, his UMass pick as well! We also welcome back Graham Giles with another segment of the MAC Baseball Rundown! Thanks for tuning in! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themscpodcast/support

Alex delivers the first of a two part series, and does his very best to deliver you the greatest single season sports team from all twelve MAC schools! Part one includes teams from Akron, Ball State, Bowling Green, Buffalo, Central Michigan and Eastern Michigan. We also give you another segment of the "MAC Baseball Rundown!" Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themscpodcast/support

An MSC first, Alex welcomes on Dr. Andrew Rhodes, the director of the RMB and Toledo Varsity Band to talk about a perspective we rarely get to see: the band perspective. He talks his time with BLAST, organizing 200+ student musicians and much much more. We also feature another portion of the MAC Baseball Rundown courtesy of Graham Giles. Also, a new intro brought to you by Devon Vox, be sure to check out how DevVv can help with your podcast needs AND check out his show, links below: Email: Devvv317@gmail.com Spotify: “Devon Vox” instagram: @vulnerabilities_with_devon_vox YouTube: Vulnerabilities with Devon Vox --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themscpodcast/support

Alex takes a moment to talk some need to know storylines, tournament dark horse teams, and his picks for WHO wins the tournament. Also, a new intro brought to you by Devon Vox, be sure to check out how DevVv can help with your podcast needs AND check out his show, links below: Email: Devvv317@gmail.com Spotify: “Devon Vox” instagram: @vulnerabilities_with_devon_vox YouTube: Vulnerabilities with Devon Vox --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themscpodcast/support

This week, Alex introduces a new segment by Graham Giles, our MAC Baseball Rundown, a five minute recap of the happenings in MAC baseball. After that, Alex welcomes on Adam Jaksa, the voice of Central Michigan Athletics to talk his time at CMU, his career and what is means to be the voice of his alma mater. Check it out! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themscpodcast/support

Breaking News out of the MAC, UMass has been voted back into the MAC as a full sports member starting in 2025. Check out this weeks episode to find out why this is a good move for all parties involved, who potential other members might be and more! Welcome back to the MAC, UMass! Stay tuned for more and thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themscpodcast/support

Alex sits down this week with one of the most knowledgable people around when it comes to MAC Baseball, Graham Giles! This week, they talk: - Players to watch/potential MVPs - Teams who will make the MAC tournament - Who will WIN the MAC And much more! Stay tuned for more and thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themscpodcast/support