Podcasts about basketball season

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Jordan and Mason are back to talk about the Terps basketball season tipping off, the men's soccer team being ranked No. 1, and of course, the upcoming do or die game at Rutgers in football.

Today, we take a look at the outlook for the upcoming Men's Basketball season, the focus of the newly released Spring 2026 courses, and  Women's Soccer's back-to-back Ivy League Championship win.

Idrees, Odeh, and Adam hit on a plethora of topics, including the crazy Blue Jays-Dodgers World Series, the many NFL trades from deadline day, Chicago Sports doing great with the Bears Bulls Blackhawks and Cubs, and make college basketball championship picks.

This week the Maryland basketball legend Walt "The Wizard" Williams joins the show to help us preview the men's basketball season. Williams gives us his record prediction for the year and tells us why he made a guest appearance in a Hootie & the Blowfish music video. As always we talk this week in Maryland Athletics.

11-05-25 Lobo Men's Basketball season is FINALLY HERE

scott and chauncey talk about the start to both the men's and women's basketball seasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Northwestern Men's Basketball season tipped off this week with a huge win over Mercyhurst. With so many new faces on the squad, we take a look at the who's who on the team. Also, with Friday's trip to LA looming, what will the football team do to slow down the high octane offense of USC.

Madman breaks down the UCLA Bruins' performance against Eastern Washington and what to expect moving forward as the dynamic duo of Madman and Thriller go all-in on basketball this season, along with the football coverage. Make sure to like and subscribe to the UCLA LAFB YouTube Channel! Use promo code UCLALAFB on Sleeper and get 100% match up to $100! https://Sleeper.com/promo/UCLALAFB. Terms and conditions apply. #Sleeper Become an LAFB Lifer and get special perks by joining our Exclusive UCLA Bruins Community: https://www.lafbnetwork.com/subscribe/ Become a YouTube member here: https://www.youtube.com/@UCLALAFB/membership Check out our FREE UCLA Message Board here: https://www.lafbnetwork.com/forum/forum/ucla-bruins/ Listen to our UCLA Football Bruins Podcast: https://www.lafbnetwork.com/ncaaf/ucla-bruins/ucla-bruins-podcast/ Check out our UCLA Bruins Merch: https://lafbnetwork.myshopify.com/ Go to www.LAFBNetwork.com for FREE full access to all of our podcasts and join the community! Social Media: @UCLA_LAFB | @LAFBNetwork | @WillLAFBNetwork | @LAFBJamz Tim Skipper is the interim head coach of the UCLA Bruins Football team after taking over for DeShaun Foster. After transferring from Tennessee, QB Nico Iamaleava has rebounded and has the Bruins playing good football! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

scott and chauncey talk about the start to both the men's and women's basketball seasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the season on the brink, the Sun Devils answered the bell. After a look at the news, we recap the impressive road win over Iowa State, the historic performance by Jeff Sims, and what it can mean for the remainder of the season. Then we look ahead to Sun Devil hoops and preview the season ahead with DevilsDigest.com publisher Hod Rabino (26:08)

Legendary former SDSU men's basketball coach Steve Fisher joined Ben & Woods on Tuesday morning! Listen here as Coach Fisher calls in for his annual tradition of joining the show the morning of the team's first game of the season, the job Brian Dutcher has done since taking over 8 years ago, and MUCH more!

Washington Huskies basketball analyst Jason Hamilton joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about UW’s season under Danny Sprinkle starting tonight, the roster with many new players, leaders on the team, guard play, Franck Kepnang, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Navy women's basketball is the preseason favorite to capture the Patriot League championship. We talk to head coach Tim Taylor about how far the program has come under his direction. We also interview standout guard Zanai Barnett-Gay, the preseason Player of the Year in the Patriot League. Also, Mike James of the Navy Football Radio Network joins to review the North Texas game and preview the Notre Dame matchup. 

Sportsline's Tom Casale joins the show to break down everything College Basketball ahead of today's season opener.

Chuck Heinz and Jamie Lent talk about Lady raider basketball season opener, King Tut, Big 12 teams in the CFP, what we want to see tonight for Men's basketball and cutting in line.

Welp- Time to Spoil Vandy's season (why not a swamp victory huh)

Big Orange Podcast : Tennesseee IMPLODED vs Oklahoma, what does it mean for Josh Heupel? + Vol basketball season preview! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Zips gameday crew preview the Zips Men's basketball season and look ahead to today's matchup against James Madison in the first installment of the MAC Sunbelt Challenge.  

You need a SYSTEM to play great defense. In teaching players, you have to support what you're teaching with ANALYTICS. You also have to have players who can deal with LOSING.

Maryland will begin their season tonight in Baltimore when they face Coppin State as part of the Hall of Fame Series. The Terps are very banged up and lack chemistry as a newly built squad. Walt Williams previewed the game and the road ahead in the Buzz Williams era.

On this episode of the Torg Stories Podcast, we're talking about the official start to high school basketball season here in North Carolina, the Dodgers winning the World Series, the Colts vs. Steelers matchup, and the Panthers upset win over the Packers. Congratulations to Anne again for another Dodgers World Series win. What a wild … Continue reading "High School Basketball Season Begins + Dodgers Win the World Series"

I don't want to watch basketball anymore. I want to read the names of Bonnano crime family members. Currently watching: Kuroko's Basketball Season 3, episodes 9-10 Send questions in to @youlovetohearit.bsky.social on the bsky dot app (or join the Discord here) Our Patreon Page

Familiar friend Derek Piper joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to preview the 2025-26 Illinois basketball season. Piper discusses offseason storylines he's buying and selling, what excites him and concerns him about the roster, and his thoughts on the defense, biggest game of the season and his expectations. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: ⁠⁠⁠https://apple.co/3oMt0NP⁠⁠⁠ Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8⁠⁠⁠  Other: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct⁠⁠⁠   Go VIP for just 30% OFF: ⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/3FUGfIj⁠⁠⁠   **SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS** Over 2 Million Butts Love TUSHY. Get 10% off TUSHY with the code ILLINI at ⁠⁠⁠https://hellotushy.com/⁠⁠⁠ILLINI Get 15% OFF your first order at Gameday Spirit by using "Illini15" at checkout at ⁠⁠⁠gamedayspirit.com⁠⁠⁠. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ben McCollum era is upon us. Straight out of Iowa City, Iowa-- McCollum will begin his first-year as the Hawkeye head coach. It's almost an entirely new roster, style of play and there's a ton of talent in the Big Ten. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt, Eliot Clough and Sean Bock get together to discuss all things about this team. They go into why people should be optimistic and reasons for concerns. The trio also take a dive into some x-factors for this team and what people should expect from this group. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, we take a look at senior Caden Pierce's decision to sit out his final basketball season, explore the Don't Harvard Our Princeton campaign, and dive into the Princeton Public Schools debate on phone policy.

In this episode of the D1 and Done podcast, the hosts dive into a special preview of the upcoming college basketball season, focusing on the Power Conferences. They discuss the Southeastern Conference (SEC), Big Ten, and Big 12, analyzing team strengths, potential disappointments, and standout players. The conversation is lively and filled with insights, predictions, and a touch of humor as they gear up for the season ahead. In this conversation, the hosts delve into the upcoming college basketball season, discussing dark horse teams, coaching changes, and player development. They analyze various conferences, particularly the Big East and ACC, and make predictions about potential disappointments and standout players. The conversation culminates in bold predictions for the national championship and reflections on the future of college basketball.

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

We preview the 2025-26 Navy men's basketball season by talking to head coach Jon Perry and senior point guard Austin Benigni. Navy opens the season Monday at Presbyterian then hosts Yale in the Veterans Classic on Friday night. Mike James, publisher of The Mid Report and color commentator for the Navy Football Radio Network, joins to review the Florida Atlantic game and preview the North Texas contest.

The Utah women's basketball players on the season getting started soon, Style of play in the Big 12 + more

The Utah women's basketball players on the season getting started soon, Style of play in the Big 12 + more

This week we sit down with the head coach of the Maryland Women's Basketball team, Brenda Frese. We chat about how this roster is set up to make a deep run and contend for Big Ten title as well as break down the new faces on the team. As always we talk this week in Maryland Athletics.

The Utah women's basketball players on the season getting started soon, Style of play in the Big 12 + more

(00:00-25:38) – Query & Company opens on a Tuesday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing last night’s marathon of a World Series game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays. Jake makes a comparison to what we witnessed last night to the Colts, Hoosiers, and Pacers. Plus, they discuss the Pacers adding Mac McClung officially. (25:38-37:06) – Pacers Head Coach Rick Carlisle joined the Fan Morning Show this morning and discussed adding Mac McClung, if he’s ever dealt with a shortage of healthy players like this before, and the center position. Jake plays what he said this morning and weighs in with his own thoughts. (37:06-47:59) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake and Eddie discussing Brian Kelly being out at LSU as the Tigers head coach. They highlight some of the stories that have been coming out since the firing about Kelly. (47:59-1:09:09) – With IU football’s success the last two seasons, Jake and Eddie discuss the future success of the program once they James Madison players graduate after the season. They bring up Curt Cignetti’s approach to finding players that fit his system, the recruits that he . (1:09:09-1:23:19) – Scott Agness from Fieldhouse Files joins the show to discuss the Indiana Pacers signing Mac McClung to fill an area of need, explain why James Wiseman was the odd man out in order to open a spot for McClung, evaluates how some players have performed through three games, and shares how close the Pacers are to being able to sign a player to a hardship contract. (1:23:19-1:30:26) – The second hour of Query & Company concludes with Jake and Eddie discussing what Peyton Manning said on Sunday NFL Countdown about the Indianapolis Colts. (1:30:26-1:56:42) –Four-time NTT IndyCar Series Champion & 2025 Indianapolis 500 winner, Alex Palou, joins Query & Company to discuss his experience at the IU game on Saturday against UCLA. Jake shares something that he heard Palou state during the game, asks Alex if he is officially a "Hoosier" now, and comments on the ongoing lawsuit between him and McLaren. ESPN.com’s Stephen Holder joins Jake Query to weigh how likely it is that Chris Ballard makes a trade ahead of next week’s deadline. Stephen accesses if Chris Ballard will feel less inclined to make a move with how dominant the offense has been, comments on who “somebody” is in the NFL to validate the Colts being a legit playoff contender, and calls the Colts the most complete team in the NFL. (1:56:42-2:07:41) – Brian Neubert from GoldAndBlack.com joins the show to recap last week’s exhibition loss to the Kentucky Wildcats for the Purdue Boilermakers. Brian explains why fans shouldn’t be worried about going into the start of the season, accesses what he has seen from Daniel Jacobsen so far in practice and explains how Purdue’s offensive numbers could be the best they have ever been underneath Matt Painter. (2:07:41-2:10:58) – Today’s show closes out with Jake and Eddie discussing game four of the World Series tonight after last night’s 18-inning game.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we are joined by 247 Sports Eliot Clough where we dive into the 2025–26 Iowa Hawkeyes men's basketball season — a year of big change and fresh hope in Iowa City. With longtime head coach Fran McCaffery out and rising star Ben McCollum stepping in, the Hawkeyes are entering a new era. We break down the massive roster overhaul, the impact of McCollum's up-tempo system, key returning players, and transfers to watch. Plus, we analyze Iowa's early expectations and whether this new-look squad has what it takes to return to the NCAA Tournament. Hawkeye fans, this is your all-in-one season preview.

Ryan and Tim are back to wallow in their miseries regarding Spartan Football after another loss to their rival. Is this the end of the Smith era in East Lansing?After that, it is finally time to talk about the defending B1G Champions on the hardwood. They had an opening exhibition win against Tum Tum and Bowling Green. The Spartans head out to the east coast for a big exhibition test against UConn. And following that, they have the opening game of the season at home against Colgate. All of that and more on this week's Spartan Crazies!

October 27, 2025 ~ Michigan State University Men's Basketball Head Coach Tom Izzo joins Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the season opener this week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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https://teachhoops.com/ In a recent episode of "Coach Unplugged," hosts Coach Collins and Coach Steger discuss the challenges high school athletes and coaches face when transitioning from fall sports like football or soccer to the basketball season. They emphasize the importance of understanding both the physical and mental adjustments required during this period. Building Personal Connections Coach Collins highlights the significance of knowing each player's name to foster stronger relationships and enhance communication. Using a player's name captures their attention and makes them feel valued, which is crucial for team cohesion. Balancing Expectations and Well-being The coaches stress that athletes should not be overwhelmed immediately after their fall sports season. Coach Collins avoids holding evening open gyms in September to prevent adding stress to players already committed to other sports. Instead, he offers morning sessions for those interested, respecting their time and need for rest. Understanding Physical Differences Between Sports Transitioning athletes need time to adjust to basketball's continuous pace, which differs from the stop-and-go nature of sports like football. Coaches should implement gradual conditioning programs to prevent injuries and fatigue, recognizing that immediate peak performance is unrealistic. Mental Health and Avoiding Burnout The mental shift between seasons is as crucial as the physical one. Overloading athletes can lead to burnout. Providing mental breaks and low-pressure activities like shooting practice helps athletes enjoy the game without feeling overwhelmed. Collaborating with Other Coaches Maintaining positive relationships with other sports coaches is vital. Open communication ensures athletes are not caught between conflicting commitments and that their best interests are prioritized. Providing Flexible Opportunities Offering optional activities allows athletes to engage with basketball without feeling obligated. This flexibility maintains their enthusiasm and prevents them from being overwhelmed by additional commitments. Supporting Non-Fall Sport Athletes Coaches can encourage athletes not participating in fall sports to focus on conditioning and skill development but should avoid excessive pressure. A balanced approach prepares them physically without risking burnout. Emphasizing Skill Development Focusing on shooting and fundamental skills during the transition period helps athletes acclimate to basketball. It provides a low-impact way to improve performance and serves as a mental break. Avoiding Early Season Burnout Starting the season too intensely can cause athletes to peak early and lose momentum. Coaches should pace the season appropriately, gradually increasing intensity to keep athletes fresh and engaged. Conclusion: Start Slow to Finish Strong The key message is to "start slow to finish strong." By pacing the transition and focusing on athletes' physical and mental health, coaches can set their teams up for a successful season. This approach leads to sustained performance and a more enjoyable experience for everyone involved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Christian, Charles, and Joey sit down with Blake Byler, from BamaOnline, to discuss Alabama Basketball's upcoming season and get his thoughts on Alabama's exhibition win over Florida State.

October 24, 2025 ~ Michigan State Head Men's Basketball Coach Tom Izzo joins Lloyd and Jamie to discuss this weekend's MSU vs. U of M rivalry game and the upcoming basketball season! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's a busy weekend for the Tar Heels as Carolina Basketball plays the first of its two exhibitions Friday night at 9:00 against BYU in Sale Lake City. We preview the match-up with Cougars and the upcoming season for the Heels (4:40)Carolina Football returns to Kenan Stadium to host Virginia in the 130th meeting of the "Oldest Rivalry in the South"...we preview the game against the Cavaliers (29:31)Tar Heel defensive end Tyler Thompson joins (49:47)Plus: Collective Soul's greatest hits (44:35), 5SecondChallenge (1:06:02), Moment of the Week (1:16:06), Adam gets a listener submitted HCYJT (1:17:40) and the most dangerous live animal mascot (1:24:17)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

JP and BMitch react to some of the NBA action from last night.

On Tuesday's special episode of the RTI: Press Pass, Rocky Top Insider's Ryan Schumpert is joined by CBS Sports/247Sports' Isaac Trotter to preview the upcoming Tennessee Basketball season. Ryan and Isaac take a look at Rick Barnes' new team, the additions and departures from the roster, what it'll take to make another run in the NCAA Tournament, and much more. Download and subscribe TODAY!- - -Stay connected to Rocky Top Insider for ALL of your Tennessee Sports news, content, and coverage:Online: www.RockyTopInsider.comTwitter: @RockyTopInsider Instagram: @RockyTopInsiderTikTok & YouTube: @RockyTopInsider Facebook: Rocky Top InsiderApple Podcasts/Spotify/Amazon: RTI Press PassRTI Writers: @RSchump00, @Ric_Butler, @JackFosterMedia, and @RyanTSylvia on TwitterThe RTI Low-Down (Apple/Spotify/YouTube): Bob Baskerville and Chris LowPancakes & Bacon Podcast (Apple/Spotify/YouTube): VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed BaconDownload the WATE6+ Smart TV App!

Chuck Heinz and Jamie Lent talk about the Morton being an emergency QB last week, USS Constitution, comments from McGuire and coaching staff, what needs to be better Saturday vs OSU, and Red Raider basketball season starting soon.

Illinois basketball kicks things off with an exhibition game against Illinois State. Mike Carpenter reacts during the second half as an injury-depleted Illini show off some new toys (David Mirkovic, Big Z, Keaton Wagler, Brandon Lee) and play at the State Farm Center for the first time in the 2025-26 season.

Wow, what an amazing catch from Brooks! Hold on a second...oh no he isn't getting up...we just hope he's ok...wait, is that a skateboard on the field? Currently watching: Kuroko's Basketball Season 3, episodes 7-8 Send questions in to @youlovetohearit.bsky.social on the bsky dot app (or join the Discord here) Our Patreon Page

In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker recap Big Ten basketball media days and talk the approaching start of the season.

Michigan State University Spartans Head Basketball Coach Tom Izzo met with the media on October 16 to preview the coming college basketball season.Conversation Highlights:(0:00) – opening remarks(11:30) – How do you keep your team focused in the ever-changing world of college basketball?(15:24) – In college athletics today, are the expectations to win unrealistic?(17:09) – Is there a Jase Richardson on this year's roster?(19:32) – Did last year's success rejuvenate you?(22:23) – Compare and contrast Trey Fort and Kur Teng.(24:15) – Do you feel like with the guys you have returning that you're being slighted?(28:06) – What makes this group of four captains special?(30:43) – What are your expectations for Coen Carr?(32:06) – Talk about your relationship with your players?(35:21) – What has surprised you about Cam Ward and Jordan Scott and what do you see their roles being on the team?(36:55) – What do you hope to learn about your team from the two exhibition games?(38:40) – How are the transfers settling in with the team?(41:34) – What traits do you look for in your players?(44:15) – closing thoughtsListen to “MSU Today with Russ White” on the radio and through Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your shows.

The Big 12 is stacked at the top and we're breaking it all down! In this episode, we dive deep into the most competitive conference in college basketball. From Houston reloading for another title run, to Texas Tech and BYU looking to knock off the defending champions Houston. We break down every team, player, sleeper, favorites, you name it. This season is set to be a battle every night.