Podcast appearances and mentions of Brad Underwood

Indiana athletics finds itself in a rare golden moment, prompting an unscripted celebration of everything going right in Bloomington. This edition of The Assembly Call brings together Coach Tonsoni, Ryan Phillips, and Jerod Morris for a freewheeling conversation about the positive momentum across multiple sports and some exciting new developments in basketball.Going completely off-script without segments or a formal banner moment, we dive into what feels like the best time for Indiana athletics in decades. Soccer is ranked #1 nationally, football sits at 2-0 with genuine playoff aspirations, volleyball is thriving, and basketball is generating legitimate excitement under the new DeVries regime.Key Discussion Points Include:Hoosier the Bison's successful rollout - From the parachute entrance to Jeremy Gray's "outstanding" acting in promotional videos, the mascot has been a hit with fans young and oldCrimson Cast Live event recap - Ryan's experience on stage at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater discussing football with Mitchell Paige and Griffin GonzalezModern basketball philosophy - A deep dive into what "big vs. small ball" really means and how movement, not size, defines modern basketballRecruiting challenges and trust in DeVries - Whether Indiana's recent struggles have damaged the brand and why this coaching change feels differentCollege sports realignment concerns - Ohio State's potential push for unequal revenue sharing and what it means for programs like IndianaThe conversation's highlight comes with the announcement of Hoops on Kirkwood - replacing traditional Hoosier Hysteria with an outdoor event on Kirkwood Avenue from 8-10 PM on October 2nd. We're unanimously enthusiastic about this creative approach to connecting the basketball program with students and the community.Unscripted Tangents and PhilosophyThe show takes entertaining detours through topics ranging from favorite coaches to listen to (Shaka Smart, Matt Painter, and yes, even Brad Underwood), to speculation about future sports documentaries, to the importance of stepping away from social media when sports stop bringing joy.Throughout, there's an underlying theme of cautious optimism mixed with genuine excitement about the direction of Indiana athletics under Scott Dolson's leadership.Plus, as always, plenty of praise for the athletic department's creative thinking, excitement about connecting basketball to campus culture, and the recognition that this feels like the most positive moment for Indiana sports in anyone's recent memory. That's all in this unscripted edition of The Assembly Call.On the mics: Coach Brian Tonsoni, Ryan Phillips, and Jerod MorrisSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our guy Ravi Lulla from Hurrdat Sports calls in to talk B1G Ten Football. Ravi was one of the few analysts that had the Illini blowing out Duke last week. How does he feel things will go Saturday at Gies Memorial Stadium? Plus, we take a look at other games in the conference. Also, Jared White from the Prairieland Counsil BSA is in-studio with details on Brad Underwood being recognized with the "Distinguished Citizen Award." Brad will be honored on Monday night at State Farm Center and you can be a part of it.

247Sports national basketball director Eric Bossi joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss Illinois basketball recruiting. Bossi discusses the Illini's two 2026 commits, Ethan Brown and Landon Davis, as well as several other 2026 targets, including Quentin Coleman, Alex Constanza, Cameron Holmes and Jasiah Jervis. Bossi then hits on 247Sports' process of building international rankings and transfer portal rankings and what he thinks of Brad Underwood's program. Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide during their Labor Day Sale. And use Promo Code ILLINI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! 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 $1: http://bit.ly/3FUGfIj   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

On episode 270 of the WCIA 3-in-1 Podcast, Glenn Kinley and Tristan Thomas are talking all things fall camp as the Illini prep for the upcoming football season, plus a little roster news for Brad Underwood's squad.

In episode 268 of the WCIA 3-in-1 Podcast, Glenn Kinley and Courtney Layne Brewer discuss Luke Altmyer's youth camp in Champaign, Illinois football's newest STL commit, the latest from Brad Underwood and more.

Brandt Dolce & Pleas Honeywood are back with me to discuss the latest 2026 football commit (4:33), slurp more SEC tears (14:07), and break down the preseason Big Ten QB rankings (28:31). We also chat about men's basketball's upcoming series with Tennessee (45:30), Brad Underwood's newest staff addition (53:35), and review the latest women's hoops updates (65:46).

The Nationals selected Tre Johnson No. 6 overall, then traded down to get Will Riley No. 21 overall in the first round of the NBA Draft, and finished with a selection of Jamir Watkins at No. 43. Listen as our hosts discuss the picks, hear from Monumental's Chris Miller and Chase Hughes about the haul, and get the skinny on Riley from his college coach, Brad Underwood, and Johnson from Wizards GM Will Dawkins!

The Nationals selected Tre Johnson No. 6 overall, then traded down to get Will Riley No. 21 overall in the first round of the NBA Draft, and finished with a selection of Jamir Watkins at No. 43. Listen as our hosts discuss the picks, hear from Monumental's Chris Miller and Chase Hughes about the haul, and get the skinny on Riley from his college coach, Brad Underwood, and Johnson from Wizards GM Will Dawkins!

The Nationals selected Tre Johnson No. 6 overall, then traded down to get Will Riley No. 21 overall in the first round of the NBA Draft, and finished with a selection of Jamir Watkins at No. 43. Listen as our hosts discuss the picks, hear from Monumental's Chris Miller and Chase Hughes about the haul, and get the skinny on Riley from his college coach, Brad Underwood, and Johnson from Wizards GM Will Dawkins!

The Nationals selected Tre Johnson No. 6 overall, then traded down to get Will Riley No. 21 overall in the first round of the NBA Draft, and finished with a selection of Jamir Watkins at No. 43. Listen as our hosts discuss the picks, hear from Monumental's Chris Miller and Chase Hughes about the haul, and get the skinny on Riley from his college coach, Brad Underwood, and Johnson from Wizards GM Will Dawkins!

Derek Piper was in Brooklyn for the NBA Draft. He has a full of report about on KJ and Will Riley going back to back in the First Round. Plus, what did Brad Underwood think? And the Cubs and Cardinals split their 4 game series. The taunting continues!

Hour 1 with Lynnell Willingham: Lynnell says the Wizards hit a home run on day 1 of the NBA draft / Chad Myers, Tre Johnson's high school coach, tells us what he's really like / Tre Johnson may have a higher ceiling but don't sleep on Will Riley / Illinois head coach Brad Underwood talks about Will Riley's game / The Capitals trade for forward Justin Sourdif from the Florida Panthers

6.26.25 Hour 2 1:00- Illinois head coach Brad Underwood joins G&D to rave about the Wizards selection, Will Riley. 20:20- There's a big lawsuit happening between Padres star Fernando Tatis Jr & Big League Advance, we discuss this here.

Illinois head coach Brad Underwood joins G&D to rave about the Wizards selection, Will Riley.

Craig welcomes on Illinois Head Coach Brad Underwood to give insight into the type of player the Wizards are getting in Will Riley. Coach Underwood raves about Riley's character, maturity, and competitive fire — especially how he embraced coming off the bench as a former 5-star recruit. He also highlights Riley's elite work ethic, noting the 70,000 threes Riley shot outside of scheduled practices.

Hour 3 1:12 - Illinois Head Coach Brad Underwood on Will Riley 10:26 - Calls on Wizards 1st Round Draft Picks 32:26 - Anthony is Headed to Paris

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss the latest with Illinois basketball, including a second NBA Draft green room invite for the Illini and the impact of Ty Rodgers' knee injury on the team. The guys then dive into other takeaways from Illinois coach Brad Underwood's summer update, including the status of David Mirkovic and Mihailo Petrovic, Camryn Crocker taking over as defensive coordinator, some more potential schedule additions and more. 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 $1: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  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

Derek Piper is headed to the green room of the NBA Draft in Brooklyn! Pipes will be there live next week. And he's not going alone - breaking Illini news! Will Riley is officially invited to the Green Room too. And more breaking news - Ty Rodgers suffered a knee injury and it will require surgery. Hear the latest from Brad Underwood.

Brad Underwood held his first press conference of the summer and we were there. Find out the latest news on Ty Rodgers' injury. Plus, more on KC and Will at the NBA Draft. Oh, and Uncle Lon is ready to talk Swayze Movies!

On the season-ending episode of Steady Droppin' Dimes, Sam Webb, Devin Gardner, and Daniel Horton share their predictions on what Michigan's final punishment from the NCAA for "sign-gate" in advance of Friday's hearing in front of the Committee on Infractions. The conversation then turned to next predictions for next basketball season where the crew debated the Michigan's chances for winning the Big 10 championship and making the Final Four. A heated exchange over the comparison of coaches Dusty May and Brad Underwood ensued. The discussion then turned to the crew's Michigan football predictions, with only one member predicting the Wolverines would reach double digit wins. The episode concluded with a conversation with the Ann Arbor Sports Commission and US Rowing about RowFest, one of the nation's largest rowing community events, coming to Washtenaw County July 12th - 20th. 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

I'm rejoined by Brandt Dolce & Pleas Honeywood to wrap up the men's golf season (2:47) and discuss basketball's enticing matchups against Alabama (9:18) & Tennessee (14:36) as well as scheduling the proper tier of teams (25:32). We also chat about the latest additions to Brad Underwood's staff and Shauna Green's roster (30:13). Finally, we unveil our list of desired hoops opponents (47:57).

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner discusses the non-compete clauses in Bret Bielema and Brad Underwood's contract extensions, Illini golf's disappointing weekend at the NCAA Championships and Terrence Shannon Jr.'s NBA impact. Then Ryan Easterling joins to discuss how Bret Bielema is building the Illini's highest-ranked recruiting class in more than a decade and a half, what he thinks of in-state commits Nasir Rankin and King Liggins and upcoming official visitors. 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 $1: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  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

Details emerge on Brad Underwood's new contract, and the guys discuss the expectations for the next several seasons. Plus Cubs & Cards 2 months in, we answer your texts, and more!

The Ringer's Tate Frazier talks about what he is hearing regarding NBA draft rumors and combine week (1:39), before talking with former Creighton and Utah State guard Steven Ashworth about playing in the new Big East, watching the college basketball landscape shift over the past five years, pitching his own NIL deals, his relationship with Ryan Kalkbrenner, Creighton's 2025 tournament run, experiencing the NBA draft process, and more (15:30). Finally Tate closes the show with some shout-outs, including some great news from Dick Vitale, Brad Underwood's contract extension, and Will Wade grabbing headlines in Raleigh (37:25). Host: Tate FrazierGuest: Steven AshworthProducer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode I spotlight another postseason crown for men's golf (3:03) and preview a pivotal series for Illini baseball (9:01). I also recap this week's NBA Draft lottery (14:09), examine the ideal teams for Kasparas Jakucionis & Will Riley (21:41), and introduce the newest men's basketball signee (32:20). I wrap up the show by discussing the contract extensions of Bret Bielema & Brad Underwood (37:47) and catching up on the latest Illini football updates (52:02).

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner discuss Illinois basketball's expected hire of Colgate assistant Camryn Crocker and how he fits on the staff, Illinois extending head coach Brad Underwood, the NBA Draft Combine for Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley and the addition of 2025 guard Blake Fagbemi. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  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

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Illinois men's basketball coach Brad Underwood to discuss his new contract extension with the school and more.

In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris previewed the Cubs-White Sox series, which will begin Friday at Wrigley Field. After that, Illinois men's basketball coach Brad Underwood joined the show to discuss his new contract extension with the school and more.

Lon and Derek discuss the announced contract extensions for Brad Underwood and Bret Bielema and what a realistic expectation should be for Underwood each season. Later, the guys share their thoughts on Illinois & Tennessee finalizing an agreement to meet for another two seasons in Nashville and Chicago and who else they'd like to see the Illini schedule.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois athletic director Josh Whitman making dual announcements of contract extensions for football coach Bret Bielema and Brad Underwood. The guys discuss what it means for the programs and athletic programs and the potential legacies of both coaches. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  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

Matt Stevens, Ked Prince & Mike Cagley talk Bret Bielema and Brad Underwood earning big-time contract extensions! Share this podcast on your social media! We ask YOU to help Big Sports Radio & IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular grow on social media by following us on all our social media and engaging with the content posted. Every like, love, comment & share help Big Sports Radio and IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular reach more people and establish our position as the leader in entertaining, fast-paced, non-political sports programming. Don't miss our college sports focused podcasts: IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular I on the Illini Mike Cagley's Heat Checks & Hail Marys Thanks for listening!

One, two, three, four . . . FIVE BALKANS?! Illinois basketball lands its biggest portal addition of the offseason, adding junior wing Andrej Stojakovic to the team. Mike Carpenter discusses the marquee addition, just two days after Serbian point guard Mihailo Petrovic signed with the Illini. Brad Underwood's 2025-26 roster looks to be (nearly?) complete, so how will all these mostly-veteran new faces gel together?

Former Illinois guard Sean Harrington joins the show to share his thoughts on how Brad Underwood has constructed the Illini roster this offseason and what the team could look like next season. Later, Lon and Kyle recap some exciting series in the NHL and NBA playoffs.

Lon and Derek discuss Brad Underwood's impressive group of guests at his annual Kickin' Cancer event. Later, the guys share their thoughts on a potential option for Illinois in the transfer portal who just entered.

Lon and Derek continue discussing a big day of basketball transfer portal entries and what Illinois needs to prioritize in filling out its roster. Later, hear from head coach Brad Underwood at his Kickin' Cancer event as he shares his thoughts on his program's offseason efforts.

Lon and Derek discuss what Brad Underwood's roster approach has been to building this roster and what questions they would want to ask him about his offseason. Later, Lon and Kyle share their thoughts on Josh McCray entering the transfer portal. Hear from head coach Bret Bielema as he comments publicly on McCray's decision.

The European Pipeline continues to produce for Brad Underwood's Illini with the addition of Tomi's twin brother Zvonimir and 6'9" David Mirkovic. Mike Carpenter recaps the last week-plus of offseason craziness, including the returns of Kylan Boswell, Ty Rodgers, and Jake Davis. He also discusses some of the general stupidity with the portal era, including Morez Johnson's commitment to Michigan, and how the non-stop player movement impacts fandom.

KU lands a guard in the Transfer Portal & NFL News in the Need to Know, Kevin Harlan joins us, as does Brad Underwood!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to review Illinois basketball's 2024-25 season and look ahead to a busy offseason ahead. The guys discuss what went went well, what could've gone better and how the Illini staff adjusts to the 2024-25 season. The guys then discuss Morez Johnson Jr. and Tre White entering the portal, concern about the lack of continuity for Brad Underwood and biggest transfer needs and potential targets, including Iowa's Josh Dix and Pryce Sandfort. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 50% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK   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

Portal season begins inauspiciously for Brad Underwood's program as Morez Johnson Jr. and Tre White are leaving after just one year. Mike Carpenter discusses the importance of retention as evidenced by three of the Final Four team rosters, and how the lack of a returning core makes the offseason even more consequential. He also talks about the significance of losing Morez Johnson Jr., a highly-touted in-state prospect who stayed committed to the program for three years, and how it raises concerns beyond just the loss of a talented big.

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner react to Morez Johnson Jr. and Tre White entering the transfer portal. The guys discuss why they entered the portal, how it impacts Illinois' 2025-26 roster build and the level of concern about Brad Underwood's lack of retention in recent seasons. The guys also discuss weekend visits for Iowa transfers Josh Dix and Pryce Sandfort and where the staff goes from here. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK   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

Brad Underwood's 8th season at Illinois was one of tantalizing highs and frustrating lows. Mike Carpenter recaps the season in the aftermath of a 2nd-round loss to Kentucky, as the Illini finish with a 22-13 overall record after a 12-3 start. He discusses the individual seasons of players, lessons to be learned as Underwood constructs his next roster, and other lingering questions going into the offseason.

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner discuss Illinois basketball's 84-75 loss to Kentucky in the second round of the NCAA Tournament and review the season that was. The guys then look ahead to the offseason, including who could return from the roster, their biggest transfer portal needs and any other changes Brad Underwood should make. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK   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 2024-25 Illini basketball season ends unceremoniously in the second round at the hands of #3 seed Kentucky. The 85-74 defeat saw the Wildcats in control for nearly all forty minutes, as sloppy starts to both halves doomed Brad Underwood's team. Mike Carpenter and Kenton Elmore spend much of the second half contextualizing the season, how it will be remembered, and what needs to happen entering the offseason.

(00:00-19:01) Gabe DeArmond of Power Mizzou joins us and he's fired up about the Tigers going to Wichita. Best sports week of the year. Previewing Drake. Did their play in the SEC tournament reset some of the worries from the end of the season? Gabe doesn't want KU in the Sweet 16. (19:10-27:33) Jordan Walker back in the lineup for the Redbirds. Katie Woo's roster projections have Victor Scott in Memphis. She's got Luken Baker on the big league team. Another swing and a miss for Jackson on Martin's Francesa joke. Goldschmidt raking for the Yankees.(27:43-47:13) Give the six counties back. Chairman might sneak up and pinch Martin. There are some things to like about UC San Diego. A radio host in Chicago threatening to dox a social media user over questioning him as a fisherman. So What'd Your Grandma Think with Bruce Pearl. Audio of Brad Underwood talking about his team heading into the tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-19:01) Gabe DeArmond of Power Mizzou joins us and he's fired up about the Tigers going to Wichita. Best sports week of the year. Previewing Drake. Did their play in the SEC tournament reset some of the worries from the end of the season? Gabe doesn't want KU in the Sweet 16. (19:10-27:33) Jordan Walker back in the lineup for the Redbirds. Katie Woo's roster projections have Victor Scott in Memphis. She's got Luken Baker on the big league team. Another swing and a miss for Jackson on Martin's Francesa joke. Goldschmidt raking for the Yankees. (27:43-47:13) Give the six counties back. Chairman might sneak up and pinch Martin. There are some things to like about UC San Diego. A radio host in Chicago threatening to dox a social media user over questioning him as a fisherman. So What'd Your Grandma Think with Bruce Pearl. Audio of Brad Underwood talking about his team heading into the tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brad Underwood joins the show to talk about the Illini and their recent success following the rough showing against Duke. Coach Underwood talks about the team getting healthy and what the month of March can hold for Illini fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip breaks down Illinois basketball's awful week (a 21-point loss to Wisconsin and 43-point loss to Duke) and whether they can break out of the late-season funk, what buttons Brad Underwood can push and what adjustments Underwood may choose to make this offseason after these late-season struggles. Mike also previews this week's matchups against Iowa and Michigan. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  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

Dan Beyer and Rich Ohrnberger in for C&R as they discuss Brad Underwood deciding to not have his team shake hands with Wisconsin after their loss because of a virus spreading through their team + Rich explains why he thinks Aaron Rodgers should take the season off!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.