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OWBOYS GET ANOTHER W AGAINST MURRAY STATE! Ian and Parker recap the blowout and more from across the Big 12. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

PARKER AND IAN PREVIEW OKLAHOMA STATE'S WEEK 3 CONTEST AGAINST MURRAY STATE AND LOOK AT WHAT THE REST OF THE BIG 12 LOOKS LIKE PRIOR TO THE CONFERENCE OPENER AGAINST WEST VIRGINIA NEXT WEEK. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oklahoma State just shocked the college football world.The Cowboys defeated No. 6 Oregon 39-31 at Boone Pickens Stadium in one of the wildest wins in recent Oklahoma State history — and Calvin and Trey are breaking it all down with Reagan Harris (@OKSTMart)!Was this the biggest upset in Oklahoma State history?What does this win mean for Eric Morris, Drew Mestemaker and the Cowboys for the rest of the 2026 season?And after an emotional win over Oregon, who exactly is Murray State — and what should Oklahoma State fans expect next?

The Cowboys' head coach discusses his team's huge win over Oregon and this week's game with Murray State! Follow WWLS on X @sportsanimal, thesportsanimal.com, and The Sports Animal app!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys discuss what needs to change for the Sooners, Buy or Sell in the NFL, and Cale's Pigskin Report with keys for OSU against Murray State and OU against New Mexico! Follow Matt on X @mattravis and WWLS @sportsanimal, thesportsanimal.com, and The Sports Animal app!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Middle Tennessee at Marshall College Football Preview by Tony T. Middle Tennessee handled Murray State 38-14 with 396 yards on only 48 plays, no turnovers and 8.9 yards per rush. Roman Gagliano completed 20 of 26 passes for 200 yards and two touchdowns. That was a clean opening performance for a roster returning only six starters and no established starting quarterback from 2025.

MTSU head football coach Derek Mason joins the Big Joe and Nick Frazier to talk about the team's season opening win over Murray State and its upcoming matchup vs Marshall.

J&J Show--Hour 2 Friday 9/4/26--Landon Speck - On3 & Sports Illustrated - on Tigers game vs. Arkansas St + Houston HS's Justin Frison commits to Murray State. Penny future? Tigers

In the second hour of the Chase and Big Joe Show, the guys chatted with Forever Titans WR Chris Sanders. Chris shared his point of view on the Titans' upcoming Week 1 game vs the Jets. Later in the hour, the voice of the MTSU Blue Raiders, Chip Walters, previewed tomorrow's game vs Murray State. Listen to hear more

Later in the hour, the voice of the MTSU Blue Raiders, Chip Walters, previewed tomorrow's game vs Murray State. Listen to hear more

In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, Big Joe and Dr. Crane Nick Frazier reviewed the latest in college football. What will happen to LSU if they can't play because of Clemson? Later in the hour, Big Joe and Nick shared the question of the day. Big Joe and Nick are throwing a tailgate party. What you bring will define you. What are you bringing? In the second hour of the Chase and Big Joe Show, the guys chatted with Forever Titans WR Chris Sanders. Chris shared his point of view on the Titans' upcoming Week 1 game vs the Jets. Later in the hour, the voice of the MTSU Blue Raiders, Chip Walters, previewed tomorrow's game vs Murray State. Listen to hear more. Tennesseean writer Mike Organ joined the show and discussed the recent lack of numbers for rosters across the mid-Tennessee high schools. Later in the conversation, Mike spoke about the Wild West of college football. Later in the hour, Big Joe and Nick discussed Clemson's claim for breach of contract. To end the show, the guys played Celebrity Birthdays.

Opening the Show with the Incredibly Sad News of Jordan Devey's Passing; Murray State Head Coach Ryan Miller Joins the Program to Talk College Hoops; Josh Pastner Puts the UNLV Basketball Program Up for Sale!

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This episode highlights the inspiring journey of Coach Mardracus Wade, from growing up in Memphis and playing against older competition to coaching at high levels, including his current role at Murray State. Tune in for lessons on perseverance, leadership, and the importance of humility and servant leadership in sports and life. Main Topics: Early basketball days and the significance of having the neighborhood hoop Overcoming obstacles playing against older kids and developing resilience The decision to attend Hargrave Military Academy for growth and discipline Conference and tournament experiences at Arkansas, including memorable games against Kentucky Transitioning from playing to coaching, including roles at Memphis and Alabama State The value of relationships, culture building, and coaching with authenticity Navigating challenges and setbacks on the path to success The importance of humility, servant leadership, and making sacrifices for the team Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction and guest introduction00:25 - Early days growing up in Memphis with a neighborhood hoop00:50 - Learning leadership by asserting yourself on the court01:15 - Playing against older players and learning toughness02:04 - Developing basketball skills through consistent fundamentals03:19 - The lessons that experience teaches in life and sports03:54 - High school career and playing on AAU circuit04:12 - Transition to college basketball at Arkansas05:08 - Playing as a freshman on varsity and competing against top players05:46 - Making the leap to Hargrave Military Academy and the discipline involved06:58 - The impact of military discipline on personal growth08:11 - Reflecting on tough decisions and long-term goals09:18 - Conveying life lessons to players about growth and pushing limits10:14 - The mindset of embracing discomfort for progress11:43 - Decision to attend Arkansas and the influence of SEC basketball13:08 - Playing in iconic arenas like Rupp Arena and Kentucky14:45 - Transitioning from college to professional play and overseas15:09 - Lessons from college coaches about caring for players16:41 - The importance of servant leadership and humility in coaching17:19 - Balancing toughness and love as a coach18:04 - Developing strong relationships through tough love19:16 - Understanding players' unique needs and personalities20:03 - Memorable games and environments at Arkansas21:56 - The adrenaline of game-winning moments22:19 - The impact of coaching at high-profile programs like Kentucky and Arkansas23:39 - The move to Murray State and new opportunities25:06 - Playing in the G League and life as a role player25:35 - Transitioning into coaching and learning the ropes27:06 - Managing expectations and handling near-misses28:07 - The power of perspective and staying positive29:24 - Comparing oneself to the past and potential30:22 - Embracing the current moment and working hard31:29 - Transition from playing to coaching at Memphis33:00 - Building relationships with Penny Hardaway and the Memphis program34:42 - The culture of excellence in coaching staffs36:33 - Leadership traits exemplified by Penny Hardaway37:42 - Career progression through South Carolina State, Alabama State, and NCAA Tournament success40:37 - The decision to join Murray State under Coach Ryan Miller44:45 - Leading Alabama State to the NCAA Tournament48:20 - The move to Murray State and new leadership opportunities50:11 - Closing thoughts and appreciation for the journey Resources & Links:Hargrave Military Academy Arkansas Razorbacks Basketball [Murray State Racers](https://goracem racers.com)Penny HardawayCoach Ryan Miller - Murray State Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of GSMKY, Chris and Chad run through the results of the Sydney Cassady Memorial Tournament and check the updated POINT STANDINGS! CKTS TourPass: you need one; we explain. Men's tennis is returning to Murray State - is it a big deal for real? We congratulate the Adult 40 & Over Champions, welcome Charlie Rose (the baby, not the reporter), promote camps, and make other announcements. All completely FREE, on this edition of Game Set Match Kentucky!Thank you for listening and subscribing! Please give us a 5-star rating in your podcast app and submit a short review!Topics and News:Sydney Cassady Memorial Tournament resultsPoint Standings updatedCKTS TourPass - What is it? Why do YOU need it?Men's Tennis returns to Murray State UniversityCongratulations to the 40 & Over ChampionsAnnouncements of Upcoming Tennis EventsChallenge the Call (FAQs):Ask a Challenge the Call question: challenge@gamesetmatchky.comHosts: Chris Godby and Chad YoungGuest: No guests today. Want to be a guest sometime? Email info@gamesetmatchky.comOur podcast home on X (Twitter) @GameSetMatchKYThe CKTS is on X (Twitter) @CKTSTourThe podcast is on Facebook @GameSetMatchKYThe CKTS is on Facebook @CKTSTourThe podcast is on Instagram @GameSetMatchKYThe CKTS is on Instagram @CKTSTourEmail us info@gamesetmatchky.comDownload or subscribe to this show on any major podcast platform or at https://gamesetmatchky.comLearn about the Central Kentucky Tennis Series Inc. (“CKTS”) at https://cktstour.comThank You to our Sponsors:Vision Cabinet SourceLakeNet Media Inc.Sponsor Inquiry: info@gamesetmatchky.comWe are proud to partner with the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, in support of America's first responders and military service members. Learn more at T2T.org."Vibing Over Venus"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Send us Fan MailMurray State Racers Men's Basketball Coach Ryan Miller joins the Full Court Press: A College Basketball Coaches Show to discuss the vision for Murray State along with the future of Racers men's basketball, building a sustainable championship program, and lessons learned from coaching alongside some legendary coaches.We also dive into recruiting and retainment, player development, navigating the ever-changing world of college basketball and his little brother plus a lot more.Powered by the Full Court Network.

Murray State's Swiss Army Knife stops in studio to talk all things Racers with Neal Bradley and Edward Marlowe.

Once per quarter, Ben and Sam Rogers with BUILD Coaching Company host The Underground Huddle - an interview with a prominent leader in sports or business with BUILD clients and other select guests present. All attendees live our mission to build an army of Disciplined Leaders and share our vision to be a resource for and a connector of current and aspiring leaders in small business, sports, and other areas of life.   For the 14th Underground Huddle, our guest was Chris Vaughn, assistant director of college scouting for the Dallas Cowboys. He joined the Cowboys in 2017 as an area scout after 18 years coaching college football with stops at Texas, Memphis, Ole Miss, and Arkansas. Today he works closely with the Cowboys VP of Player Personnel on talent evaluation. A former linebacker at Murray State, Vaughn is originally from Tallahassee, Fla., and most importantly is a husband to Marquette and a father to three children. Recorded June 2025.

This week we welcome Dusty May, Head Coach of the 2026 NCAA Champion Michigan Wolverines Men's Basketball team. He was hired in 2024 by Michigan and immediately turned the program around winning 18 more games than 2023 and leading the Wolverines back to the top of the Big 10 and to the NCAA Sweet 16. In 2026 they went 37-3 and defeated UConn in the NCAA final to take their second ever national title. In this incredible conversation, May shares what his non negotiables are, how he creates a player centered environment centered around decision making and a willingness to make the right kind of mistakes. He also speakes to why he has such a calm sideline demeanor, the role of love in coaching, and so much more.  Prior to Michigan, may led Florida Atlantic for six straight winning seasons in Boca Raton, Fla. (2018-24), May captured Florida Atlantic's first regular-season and tournament championships while playing in Conference USA in 2023. He compiled a program record of 126 wins and helped the Owls make a run to the 2023 NCAA Final Four. Before earning his first head coaching job at Florida Atlantic, May was an assistant under Mike White for seven years with stints at Florida (2015-18) and Louisiana Tech (2011-15). Before working under White, May was an assistant under Kerry Rupp at Louisiana Tech for two seasons (2009-11).  May started his coaching career at Eastern Michigan (2005-06) with Charlies Ramsey, before heading to Murray State (2006-07) to work under Billy Kennedy. Before joining Louisiana Tech, May spent two seasons with Mike Davis at UAB (2007-09). BE THE FIRST TO KNOW ABOUT THE RELEASE OF OUR NEW BOOK Captain: The Athlete's Guide to Being an Exceptional Team Leader, due out in May 2026. Please fill out this quick Google form and you will be notified when discounted book pre-orders are available. We are constantly asked "where have all the leaders gone?" Now more than ever, it is up to schools, clubs and coaches to develop our leaders, and this new book is a perfect guide to train and develop them. It is filled with stories of champion team captains on the professional and college level, Hall of Fame coaches, and more, and is a masterclass on leadership. It will help your athletes understand the qualities needed to lead, the responsibilities they must accept, and the most common challenges they will face. The chapters are short and sweet and have discussion questions so that your leaders can work through them together and set your team up for great success. BOOK A SPEAKER: Interested in having John or one of our speaking team present to your school, club or coaching event, either in person or virtually? Looking for leadership training for your student athletes, a coach development workshop or parent education? We are still booking Fall 2026 events, please email us to set up an introductory call John@ChangingTheGameProject.com PUT IN YOUR BULK BOOK ORDERS FOR OUR BESTSELLING BOOKS, AND JOIN 2025 CHAMPIONSHIP TEAMS FROM SYRACUSE MENS LAX, UNC AND NAVY WOMENS LAX, AND MCLAREN F1! These are just the most recent championship teams using THE CHAMPION TEAMMATE book with their athletes and support teams. Many of these coaches are also getting THE CHAMPION SPORTS PARENT so their team parents can be part of a successful culture. Schools and clubs are using EVERY MOMENT MATTERS for staff development and book clubs. Are you?  We have been fulfilling numerous bulk orders for some of the top high school and collegiate sports programs in the country, will your team be next? Click here to visit John's author page on Amazon Click here to visit Jerry's author page on Amazon Please email John@ChangingTheGameProject.com if you want discounted pricing on 10 or more books on any of our books. Thanks everyone. This weeks podcast is brought to you by our newest sponsor, Zone 14 Coaching. Zone 14 Coaching is a company built by coaches for coaches. If you have ever ended a session thinking, "Did that practice really hit the mark?" you will love what they have created. Zone 14's next-gen journals for coaches and players help you plan every practice, reflect on what worked and track progress all season long. Built on intentional coaching and backed by neuroscience, they bring structure and purpose to your training. Visit zone14coaching.com and use code Champions20 for 20% off. Or if you want to outfit your whole team or club and improve consistency across coaches, you can get in touch with Zone 14 via their website to discuss bulk discounts. This week's podcast is brought to you by our friends at Sprocket Sports.  Sprocket Sports is a software platform for youth sports clubs.  Yeah, there are a lot of these systems out there, but Sprocket provides the full enchilada. They give you all the cool front-end stuff to make your club look good– like websites, communication tools and marketing tools – AND all the back-end transactions and services to run your business better so you can focus on what really matters – your players and your teams. Sprocket is built for those clubs looking to thrive, not just survive, in the competitive world of youth sports clubs.  So if you've been looking for a true business partner – not just another app – check them out today at https://sprocketsports.me/CTG. BECOME A PREMIUM MEMBER OF CHANGING THE GAME PROJECT TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST If you or your club/school is looking for all of our best content, from online courses to blog posts to interviews organized for coaches, parents and athletes, then become a premium member of Changing the Game Project today. For over a decade we have been creating materials to help change the game. and it has become a bit overwhelming to find old podcasts, blog posts and more. Now, we have organized it all for you, with areas for coaches, parents and even athletes to find materials to help compete better, and put some more play back in playing ball. Clubs please email John@ChangingTheGameProject.com for pricing.  Become a Podcast Champion! This weeks podcast is also sponsored by our Patreon Podcast Champions. Help Support the Podcast and get FREE access to our Premium Membership, with well over $1000 of courses and materials. If you love the podcast, we would love for you to become a Podcast Champion, (https://www.patreon.com/wayofchampions) for as little as a cup of coffee per month (OK, its a Venti Mocha), to help us up the ante and provide even better interviews, better sound, and an overall enhanced experience. Plus, as a $10 per month Podcast Super-Champion, you will be granted a Premium Changing the Game Project Membership, where you will have access to every course, interview and blog post we have created organized by topic from coaches to parents to athletes. Thank you for all your support these past eight years, and a special big thank you to all of you who become part of our inner circle, our patrons, who will enable us to take our podcast to the next level. https://www.patreon.com/wayofchampions

This week we welcome Dusty May, Head Coach of the 2026 NCAA Champion Michigan Wolverines Men's Basketball team. He was hired in 2024 by Michigan and immediately turned the program around winning 18 more games than 2023 and leading the Wolverines back to the top of the Big 10 and to the NCAA Sweet 16. In 2026 they went 37-3 and defeated UConn in the NCAA final to take their second ever national title. In this incredible conversation, May shares what his non negotiables are, how he creates a player centered environment centered around decision making and a willingness to make the right kind of mistakes. He also speakes to why he has such a calm sideline demeanor, the role of love in coaching, and so much more.  Prior to Michigan, may led Florida Atlantic for six straight winning seasons in Boca Raton, Fla. (2018-24), May captured Florida Atlantic's first regular-season and tournament championships while playing in Conference USA in 2023. He compiled a program record of 126 wins and helped the Owls make a run to the 2023 NCAA Final Four. Before earning his first head coaching job at Florida Atlantic, May was an assistant under Mike White for seven years with stints at Florida (2015-18) and Louisiana Tech (2011-15). Before working under White, May was an assistant under Kerry Rupp at Louisiana Tech for two seasons (2009-11).  May started his coaching career at Eastern Michigan (2005-06) with Charlies Ramsey, before heading to Murray State (2006-07) to work under Billy Kennedy. Before joining Louisiana Tech, May spent two seasons with Mike Davis at UAB (2007-09). BE THE FIRST TO KNOW ABOUT THE RELEASE OF OUR NEW BOOK Captain: The Athlete's Guide to Being an Exceptional Team Leader, due out in May 2026. Please fill out this quick Google form and you will be notified when discounted book pre-orders are available. We are constantly asked "where have all the leaders gone?" Now more than ever, it is up to schools, clubs and coaches to develop our leaders, and this new book is a perfect guide to train and develop them. It is filled with stories of champion team captains on the professional and college level, Hall of Fame coaches, and more, and is a masterclass on leadership. It will help your athletes understand the qualities needed to lead, the responsibilities they must accept, and the most common challenges they will face. The chapters are short and sweet and have discussion questions so that your leaders can work through them together and set your team up for great success. BOOK A SPEAKER: Interested in having John or one of our speaking team present to your school, club or coaching event, either in person or virtually? Looking for leadership training for your student athletes, a coach development workshop or parent education? We are still booking Fall 2026 events, please email us to set up an introductory call John@ChangingTheGameProject.com PUT IN YOUR BULK BOOK ORDERS FOR OUR BESTSELLING BOOKS, AND JOIN 2025 CHAMPIONSHIP TEAMS FROM SYRACUSE MENS LAX, UNC AND NAVY WOMENS LAX, AND MCLAREN F1! These are just the most recent championship teams using THE CHAMPION TEAMMATE book with their athletes and support teams. Many of these coaches are also getting THE CHAMPION SPORTS PARENT so their team parents can be part of a successful culture. Schools and clubs are using EVERY MOMENT MATTERS for staff development and book clubs. Are you?  We have been fulfilling numerous bulk orders for some of the top high school and collegiate sports programs in the country, will your team be next? Click here to visit John's author page on Amazon Click here to visit Jerry's author page on Amazon Please email John@ChangingTheGameProject.com if you want discounted pricing on 10 or more books on any of our books. Thanks everyone. This weeks podcast is brought to you by our newest sponsor, Zone 14 Coaching. Zone 14 Coaching is a company built by coaches for coaches. If you have ever ended a session thinking, "Did that practice really hit the mark?" you will love what they have created. Zone 14's next-gen journals for coaches and players help you plan every practice, reflect on what worked and track progress all season long. Built on intentional coaching and backed by neuroscience, they bring structure and purpose to your training. Visit zone14coaching.com and use code Champions20 for 20% off. Or if you want to outfit your whole team or club and improve consistency across coaches, you can get in touch with Zone 14 via their website to discuss bulk discounts. This week's podcast is brought to you by our friends at Sprocket Sports.  Sprocket Sports is a software platform for youth sports clubs.  Yeah, there are a lot of these systems out there, but Sprocket provides the full enchilada. They give you all the cool front-end stuff to make your club look good– like websites, communication tools and marketing tools – AND all the back-end transactions and services to run your business better so you can focus on what really matters – your players and your teams. Sprocket is built for those clubs looking to thrive, not just survive, in the competitive world of youth sports clubs.  So if you've been looking for a true business partner – not just another app – check them out today at https://sprocketsports.me/CTG. BECOME A PREMIUM MEMBER OF CHANGING THE GAME PROJECT TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST If you or your club/school is looking for all of our best content, from online courses to blog posts to interviews organized for coaches, parents and athletes, then become a premium member of Changing the Game Project today. For over a decade we have been creating materials to help change the game. and it has become a bit overwhelming to find old podcasts, blog posts and more. Now, we have organized it all for you, with areas for coaches, parents and even athletes to find materials to help compete better, and put some more play back in playing ball. Clubs please email John@ChangingTheGameProject.com for pricing.  Become a Podcast Champion! This weeks podcast is also sponsored by our Patreon Podcast Champions. Help Support the Podcast and get FREE access to our Premium Membership, with well over $1000 of courses and materials. If you love the podcast, we would love for you to become a Podcast Champion, (https://www.patreon.com/wayofchampions) for as little as a cup of coffee per month (OK, its a Venti Mocha), to help us up the ante and provide even better interviews, better sound, and an overall enhanced experience. Plus, as a $10 per month Podcast Super-Champion, you will be granted a Premium Changing the Game Project Membership, where you will have access to every course, interview and blog post we have created organized by topic from coaches to parents to athletes. Thank you for all your support these past eight years, and a special big thank you to all of you who become part of our inner circle, our patrons, who will enable us to take our podcast to the next level. https://www.patreon.com/wayofchampions

It’s official!  Former LSU men’s basketball coach Will Wade is returning to Baton Rouge to coach the Tigers again next season.  The 43-year old Wade coached the LSU basketball team from 2017-2022 until he was fired following an NCAA probe into improper payments being offered to certain LSU basketball recruits. Back then, the NCAA did not allow schools to pay their players.  Yet. Ironically, Will Wade’s dismissal by LSU in 2022 happened right as the NCAA’s new rules (such as they are) were being implemented to allow college athletes to receive compensation for their name, image, and likeness (NIL).   Wade was simply ahead of his time.  LSU was slapped with five NCAA sanctions and sent the basketball coach to the unemployment line. Will Wade re-emerged at McNeese State University in Lake Charles a year later in 2023.  He led the Cowboys into their first-ever NCAA March Madness tournament in 2024 and, again, in 2025. Wade was then hired to become the head coach at North Carolina State this past season.  His NC State Wolfpack team was selected to participate in the NCAA “First Four” round. They lost to Texas in that game to finish the year at 20-14. While that was happening in the life of Will Wade, LSU’s then-Athletics Director Scott Woodward hired former Murray State basketball coach Matt McMahon to run the men’s program in the spring of 2022.  The Murray State Racers qualified for the NCAA March Madness tournament three times in five seasons under Coach McMahon before he left for LSU. Four years later, coach Matt McMahon’s LSU teams had won only 17 SEC games against 55 conference losses (23.6%).  This season’s Tigers finished dead last in the league with a woeful 3-15 record. Matt McMahon was dismissed this week, but he won’t go away empty handed The ex-LSU basketball coach will receive nearly $8 million as part of his contract buyout provisions.  He joined a growing number of former LSU sports leaders who were fired in recent years but received lucrative going-away presents upon their exit. Former LSU head football coaches Brian Kelly ($54 million – 2025) and Ed Orgeron ($17 million – 2021) along with former AD Scott Woodward ($6 million – 2025) have been paid handsomely to hit the road. When added to Matt McMahon’s $8 million buyout, that is $85 million which LSU’s wealthiest athletics backers have been asked to cover. In exchange, the school’s financial backers demand winners (sooner than later) in return for being asked to pay for so many expensive changes in Baton Rouge. Speaking of money, basketball coach Will Wade’s former school at North Carolina State will receive $4 million as compensation after his abrupt exit following season #1 in Raleigh. NC State Athletic Director Boo Corrigan was understandably miffed at coach Will Wade’s decision to leave his program after just one year. “As far as the resignation letter, it was an email that we received from his agent,” said Corrigan.  “I’m disappointed at how it went down.” Is the LSU basketball job actually better than North Carolina State? LSU has zero NCAA men’s basketball tournament titles.  Long-time coach and fan favorite Dale Brown’s Tigers played in two Final Four appearances (1981 and 1986), but his teams lost in the national semifinals both years. Brown’s successor, John Brady, led LSU to another Final Four appearance in 2006. Same result. Over the past twenty years, LSU was selected for the NCAA post-season tournament just five times.  Three of those occurred during coach Will Wade’s five seasons with the Tigers (2019, 2021, and 2022). After being fired by LSU, Will Wade rebuilt his credibility by turning the McNeese State Cowboys of the Southland Conference into a basketball powerhouse during his two years in Lake Charles.  The Pokes went 30-4 and 28-7, won the Southland Conference title both years, and made two consecutive March Madness post-season appearances. Wade left after two seasons to take the job at North Carolina State of the Atlantic Coast Conference. The Wolfpack already had two national championship trophies in Raleigh. Coach Norm Sloan’s 1973-74 team featured dynamic high-flying forward David Thompson, 7’4” center Tom Burleson and diminutive 5’7” point guard Monty Towe.  NC State defeated legendary coach John Wooden’s mighty UCLA Bruins in overtime in the semifinals and then polished-off Marquette to win the school’s first basketball title. Coach Jim Valvano’s 1983 North Carolina State team won the ACC Tournament and barely qualified for the NCAA March Madness field as a lowly #6 regional seed.  His “Cardiac Pack” thrilled the nation by defeating a series of top teams on their way to the title game against heavily favored Houston.  Hakeem Olajuwon, Clyde Drexler and Houston’s Phi Slamma Jamma team lost to NC State on a stunning last second put-back for the Wolfpack’s second national championship. Given North Carolina State’s national stature in basketball, the job in Raleigh seems to be slightly higher in prestige than the men’s head coaching job at LSU.  Since the turn of the century, the ACC was won ten national titles versus four by the SEC. Coach Will Wade’s first year at North Carolina State improved the Wolfpack from 12-19 last year to 20-14 in 2026. However… North Carolina State recently announced that it is having athletic budget issues A February report indicated that North Carolina State’s athletics department ran a $18.5 deficit over the past 12 months.  The school’s athletic revenues of $126 million did not cover the expenses of $144 million. The report cited increased costs due to revenue sharing with the athletes.  In fact, $18 million was shared by NC State’s athletes over in the past year. The school (like so many others) is now looking at raising ticket prices, holding large concerts on-campus, and other measures aimed to increase revenues without trimming athletic costs. Perhaps Will Wade saw the handwriting on the wall at NC State.  He has moved to a school which has been spending money on athletics like the proverbial drunken sailor. Is LSU becoming McNeese State University – East campus? In the past six months, LSU has looked 130 miles to the west to hire two of its key leaders from McNeese State University in Lake Charles. McNeese President Wade Rousse accepted the vacant top position at LSU in November, 2025.  The new LSU President was rumored to be the top choice of Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry. Yesterday (Thursday), McNeese State University Athletics Director Heath Schroyer announced his departure for LSU as well.  He was named “Senior Deputy AD/Executive Director of External Relations” for the LSU system. Translation – Heath Schroyer will be tasked with raising more money for sports (particularly men’s basketball) while hovering over the shoulders of current LSU Director of Athletics Verge Ausberry. Schroyer had been a long-time college basketball coach.  After becoming the McNeese State University Athletics Director, he brought Will Wade to coach the men’s basketball team in 2023.  The program quickly blossomed into a Southland Conference dynamo. As the week draws to a close, the 2023-2025 era McNeese State University posse of President Wade Rousse, AD Heath Schroyer, and men’s basketball coach Will Wade has been reunited again in Baton Rouge. LSU’s athletics budget was already huge.  What’s a few more million dollars to bring in a new men’s basketball coach and his good buddy, right? Men’s basketball at LSU has been in significant decline in recent years.  However, the men’s basketball team financial income statement is, somehow, still profitable. LSU’s 2025 annual report to the NCAA showed that men’s basketball turned a profit of around $2.5 million despite declining home game attendance. Meanwhile, Coach Kim Mulkey’s very popular women’s basketball team at LSU averaged 10,707 fans per game vs. 7,147 for the men. The LSU women won the 2023 national championship and earned a #2 regional seed in the Women’s March Madness tournament this year.  LSU fans are very proud of Kim Mulkey and the school’s women’s basketball program. Would you believe that the LSU women’s program posted an $8 million loss in 2025? How is that even possible? The compensation (salary, bonus, and benefits) for the LSU men’s and women’s basketball coaches and staff are fairly equal. In case you were wondering, Kim Mulkey earned $500,000 more than men’s coach Matt McMahon’s $3 million last year. Total expenses for the men’s team last year were $11.1 million. The LSU women’s basketball team spent $12.1 million in 2025. However, the LSU women’s basketball program produced total revenues of just $4.137 million (tickets, program donations, and about $500,000 from NCAA post-season tournament revenues).  The women’s team had zero media income from the SEC and other media sources, though.   The LSU’s men’s basketball team posted revenues of $13.625 million!  The Tigers benefited from a $2 million check from the massive NCAA’s men’s March Madness TV contract plus another $7 million received from the SEC and others for media rights. That incremental $9 million for LSU men’s basketball from SEC media sources and NCAA tournament revenues makes a world of difference! From LSU’s perspective, there is still upside potential to increase men’s basketball ticket sales, merchandising, and, of course, NIL fundraising as coach Will Wade returns to the school next year. Ride ’em, ex-Cowboys! Expect the former McNeese State Cowboys’ dynamic duo of Will Wade and cohort Heath Schroyer to join forces to shake every possible money tree in Louisiana on behalf of the LSU men’s basketball program.  Will Wade wants more money to buy better basketball players. LSU’s athletics budget of more than $200 million annually dwarfs the $146 million (and its $18 million annual loss) at North Carolina State.  Coach Wade envisions LSU’s bigger pie and more to share with his players. The increased interest in men’s basketball around Baton Rouge resulting from Will Wade’s return should provide a reasonable boost to season ticket sales revenue.  If Coach Wade is able to transform LSU’s men’s basketball team into an March Madness contender soon, the funding from basketball donors will grow as well. Time to giddy-up and Geaux Tigers! The post Will Wade and the McNeese State Posse Rides into Baton Rouge appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.

A few first and second round games and players to watch in each region, a little game of ‘upset city', and more with Brittany Carper and Brian “BMac” Mackay. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Neal returns from Iowa, having seen Murray State win another Valley title. The men have more to play for in Nuh-VAAA-duh. And a diabolical story about prom and The Guess Who (a classic rock band, duh).Join us.

It's a Tuesday edition of GCR and Grant is again in for Griffin. On today's show, we'll talk about tonight's USA/Venezuela World Baseball Classic final, UMBC's NCAA Tournament opener against Howard and much more. At 11:20, Maryland women's basketball Brenda Frese joins us to discuss reaching their 16th straight NCAA Tournament and their first round matchup with Murray State. And to wrap the show, Boston College OL and Maryland native Jude Bowry discusses his path from St. Frances to now being on the cusp of the NFL Draft.

A proud Marshall County graduate, Dunning talks about his resignation from Graves County girls basketball, what the last five years was like, Murray State women's hoops...and his television selections past and present.

Coach Tim Kaine shares his journey from growing up in Tennessee to becoming an Assistant Coach at the High Major level at LSU.Tim played both basketball and soccer in college prior to getting the coaching bug. After coaching high school basketball during his undergraduate years at Winthrop he embarked on a college coaching journey that began at Austin Peay where he served as a Graduate Assistant.Tim moved onto Guilford College (D3) and then Newberry (D2) before being hired at his alma mater [Winthrop] as their Director of Basketball Operations.Coach Mike Jarvis hired Tim to his coaching staff at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) and he remained as an Assistant Coach for six seasons. Following FAU he landed on staff at Georgia Southern for one season before spending the next ten years on staff with Coach Matt McMahon at both Murray State and LSU.After 24 years in coaching and numerous championships, Tim stepped away and pivoted to the MMR Group.

Belmont Head Coach Casey Alexander talks yesterday's win over Murray State, Tournament Aspirations & More!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Belmont Head Coach Casey Alexander talks yesterday's win over Murray State, Tournament Aspirations & More!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've hit the second half of February, and the only undefeated Division-I men's basketball team is Miami (OH). UNCW had a big week with wins at Charleston and over Hofstra to surge into first in the CAA. Santa Clara falls to Gonzaga. Utah State destroys Memphis, and Belmont storms back to defeat Murray State. Ian Sacks and Isaac Bourne discuss it all on this week's episode.

Nazareth juniors Chris Kasky and Luke Injaychock have picked up several offers from Power 4 schools since the conclusion of the 2025 season. Trenton Walker, a senior and three-star prospect, has signed to play at Murray State.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.

A Valentine’s Day eve edition of Indiana Sports Talk gets underway with Brendan King and coach Lovell talking about what’s to come on the show and the Indiana Pacers getting fined $100,000 by the NBA for load management. After King was on the call for the Murray State vs. Indiana State game last night, he gives a recap of a comeback effort by the Sycamores and how the Racers were able to pull it out. We then get into the night of high school basketball with John Herrick of the ISC Sports network who was on for both games of the Putnam County tournament. Then, Derrick Williams of Cardinal Ritter feels his team is playing their best ball of the season after their win over Heritage Christian. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Know what you call a group of Panthers? A claw.Know what we call our group of calls of the game for Panther basketball? Claw Calls of course.Hear game highlights and postgame thoughts from HC Ben Jacobson and Leon Bond IIIThe UNI Panthers Men's Basketball dominated in an 89-60 win at Murray State on Monday night. Trey Campbell led a group of five double figure scorers with 22 points, while adding five rebounds and six assists. Leon Bond III had 19, Will Hornseth 16, Tristan Smith 13 points and 9 rebounds, and Ben Schwieger had 10. UNI has won 4 of their last 5 games and travels to Belmont Thursday night.This is the Panther Point of View, your source for all things Panthers. Listen on:Apple PodcastsSpotifyAnd MORE! Follow UNI Athletics onXFacebookInstagramYouTube Follow the Voice of the Panthers JW Cox on:Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Belmont freshman Jack Smiley joins the podcast fresh off a win over Murray State and 7‑game win streak. We talk about his jump from La Lumiere and the EYBL to contributing at Belmont, his efficient start to college basketball, and what he learned from playing alongside first‑round pick Jeremiah Fears with Indy Heat. Jack breaks down returning home to Valpo, choosing a winning culture under Coach Casey Alexander, and the identity behind Belmont's 20–3 season.

Parker runs the show himself and talks to Mark Griffin about SEC basketball, James English about the Music City Rugby Showdown, and Scott Corley about Belmont vs Murray State

Know what you call a group of Panthers? A claw.Know what we call our group of calls of the game for Panther Women's Basketball? Claw Calls of course.Hear game highlights plus post-game thoughts from Head Coach Tanya Warren, Jenna Twedt and Elise Jaeger.The UNI Panthers split a pair of home MVC games over the weekend, picking up a huge win over Murray State 89-74, then dropping a tight contest 68-65 vs Evansville. Up next, three straight on the road at Illinois State, Drake and Bradley. All UNI women's basketball games can be heard locally on 106.5 FM Corn Country and anywhere via the Varsity Network App.This is the Panther Point of View, your source for all things Panthers. Listen on:Apple PodcastsSpotifyAnd MORE! Follow UNI Athletics onXFacebookInstagramYouTube Follow the Voice of Panther Volleyball and WBB Chris Kleinhans-Schulz:XSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Know what you call a group of Panthers? A claw.Know what we call our group of calls of the game for Panther basketball? Claw Calls of course.Hear game highlights and postgame thoughts from HC Ben Jacobson and Ben Schweiger.The UNI Panthers Men's Basketball team snapped a losing skid with an emphatic win over the top team in the Valley Saturday, downing Murray State, 81-76. Trey Campbell led the way with 27 points, a new season high. Leon Bond and Will Hornseth also scored in double figures in the effort. Next up the Panthers travel for a midweek matchup at Southern Illinois.This is the Panther Point of View, your source for all things Panthers. Listen on:Apple PodcastsSpotifyAnd MORE! Follow UNI Athletics onXFacebookInstagramYouTube Follow the Voice of the Panthers JW Cox on:Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Know what you call a group of Panthers? A claw.Know what we call our group of calls of the game for Panther basketball? Claw Calls of course.Hear game highlights and postgame thoughts from HC Ben Jacobson.The UNI Panthers Men's Basketball team dropped an MVC road game 59-54 to the Illinois State Redbirds on Wednesday night. Ben Schweiger led the way with 15 points and 4 rebounds while Will Hornseth chipped in 10 points and 7 rebounds. Next up the Panthers host Murray State on Saturday afternoon at 3pm.This is the Panther Point of View, your source for all things Panthers. Listen on:Apple PodcastsSpotifyAnd MORE! Follow UNI Athletics onXFacebookInstagramYouTube Follow the Voice of the Panthers JW Cox on:Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tune in to listen to EP. 243 of the Rapala #WeAreCollegiateBass Podcast!  The special guest for this episode is Jackson Roumbanis from 15th ranked Murray State College.  A freshman competing in his first year of college fishing, Jackson is a member of the Murray State College Bass Fishing Team in Oklahoma.  So far this season, Jackson has competed in tournaments from Kentucky Lake in Paris, TN all the way to representing Team USA in South Africa.  Listen to this episode as he talks about learning from his father who's a professional angler, as well as recaps his time spent in college so far and his goals for his career into the future.

Know what you call a group of Panthers? A claw.Know what we call our group of calls of the game for Panther Women's Basketball? Claw Calls of course.Hear game highlights plus post-game thoughts from Head Coach Tanya Warren and Ryley Goebel.The UNI Panthers suffered their first two MVC losses over the weekend at Murray State and Belmont. UNI is back home to continue conference play on Sunday at home against Bradley at 2pm. All UNI women's basketball games can be heard locally on 106.5 FM Corn Country and anywhere via the Varsity Network App.This is the Panther Point of View, your source for all things Panthers. Listen on:Apple PodcastsSpotifyAnd MORE! Follow UNI Athletics onXFacebookInstagramYouTube Follow the Voice of Panther Volleyball and WBB Chris Kleinhans-Schulz:XSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There are just six undefeated men's college basketball teams, and Miami (OH) is the only mid-major at 16-0. The RedHawks have one of the top offenses in the country and have won 24 straight at home. Ian Sacks and Isaac Bourne discuss Travis Steele's team and also look into the Murray State's 10-game win streak. Plus, our weekly picks segment closes out this show.

Know what you call a group of Panthers? A claw.Know what we call our group of calls of the game for Panther Women's Basketball? Claw Calls of course.Hear game highlights plus post-game thoughts from Head Coach Tanya Warren, Kaylynn Janes, Ryley Goebel, Lauren Walker.The UNI Panthers are off to a 4-0 start in MVC play after recent wins on the road at Valpo and UIC, then a dominating home performance vs SIU. Panthers are back on the road this weekend to take on Murray State and then Belmont. All UNI women's basketball games can be heard locally on 106.5 FM Corn Country and anywhere via the Varsity Network App.This is the Panther Point of View, your source for all things Panthers. Listen on:Apple PodcastsSpotifyAnd MORE! Follow UNI Athletics onXFacebookInstagramYouTube Follow the Voice of Panther Volleyball and WBB Chris Kleinhans-Schulz:XSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Friday Hour 2: Drake-Murray State, QB's in the portal & Bill Seals on the Cyclones

Join the Guys for their annual Dakota Marker Preview with FCS Fan's nation's Matt Fraas

In this Episode we breakdown the win over the Murray State Racers, and we'll talk about the upcoming, Top-Rated, FCS matchup for the Dakota Marker.

In the episode you can join the guys as they go over the Hobo Day game (Vs. Northern Iowa) and experience. We will also preview Murray State and can all but guarantee Horse discussion and Horseplay.

New guest Matt Fraier joined the Bench for this game hosted by Josh (the non-rabbi). In this episode, Matt calls Dave "Rude!" after a shot is taken at Murray State, Walling doesn't think that Will Shipley had a dad..., Mason would like us to stay away from John Popper, Dave and Mason were stuck on double letters, and Dave stated during the Halftime Show that "I don't like that." #samcassell #hpnotiq #hennessey #nonrabbi #rude #murraystate #willshipley #johnpopper #doubleletters #idontlikethat https://dobosdelights.com/ Promo Code: CheckYourTaint https://www.patreon.com/benchwarmerstp https://www.facebook.com/benchwarmerstp https://www.twitter.com/benchwarmerstp https://www.instagram.com/benchwarmerstp/ https://www.teepublic.com/stores/benchwarmers-trivia-podcast

Join the A-Team as we discuss all things Hobo Day and game and look forward to the tip to Murray State.

Preview season begins with UIC Flames, Murray State Racers and the Northern Iowa Panthers. Baker and Vance are joined by Ryan Hammer (@RyanHammer09) of the Blue Blooded Pod and creator of the Trapezoid of Excellence to talk MVC and preseason picks. Open/Banter (0:28)UIC Flames (10:30)Murray State Racers (25:18)Ryan Hammer @RyanHammer09 (44:42)Northern Iowa Panther (1:13:56)Gauntlet (1:28:31)

The guys (@GamblingPodcast) give out their best bets for College Baseball World Series predictions in this podcast episode. Additionally they discuss their favorite best bets for the UFL Championship Picks with Colby Dant (@TheColbyD) from the UFL Gambling Podcast. They also discuss flying Zebras and Coach O.Go here for free college baseball picks - http://sportsgamblingpodcast.com/college-baseball-picks/Podcast Chapters00:00 Introduction01:09 US Open Golf Bets01:56 College Baseball World Series Preview02:05 Guest Introduction: Omaha Benik02:41 College Baseball Betting Insights13:19 Murray State's Journey15:20 LSU vs Arkansas Matchup19:33 Futures and Jello Shots32:20 Building Your Own Models and Free Picks33:25 Coach O's Viral Moment37:56 Runaway Zebra in Tennessee40:51 UFL Championship Game Preview52:58 Locking in Bets and Final Thoughts Exclusive SGPN Bonuses And Linkshttp://linktr.ee/sportsgamblingpodcastWatch The Sports Gambling Podcast YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/sportsgamblingpodcast Follow The Sports Gambling Podcast X/Twitter - https://x.com/GamblingPodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/sportsgamblingpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@gamblingpodcastFacebook - http://www.facebook.com/sportsgamblingpodcastFollow The Sports Gambling Podcast HostsSean Green - http://www.twitter.com/seantgreenRyan Kramer - http://www.twitter.com/kramercentricGambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER CO, DC, IL, IN, LA, MD, MS, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA)21+ to wager. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS, NV), 1-800 BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-270-7117 for confidential help (MI)

Matt, Ryan, and Shannon more about Vince Marrow leaving Kentucky for Louisville, Murray State in the College World Series, and take your calls.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.