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In this week's basketball coaching conversation, Daemen University head coach Mike McDonald joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on coaching backwards with success.A fixture in the college basketball coaching fraternity, Mike MacDonald is entering his 29th season as a collegiate head coach. He was named the ECC, NABC District and BCANY Division II Coach of the Year last season after leading Daemen to a 28-1 record. He was also the recipient of the Clarence "Big House" Gaines Award given to the top coach in all of Division II basketball by collegeinsiders.com. MacDonald has led Daemen to a 232-84 record over his first 11 seasons, including eight 20-win seasons and five NCAA tournament berths. He enters the regular season just 11 wins shy of 500 for his career.Mike MacDonald has led Daemen University through one of the most successful stretches in program history. Under his leadership, Daemen has emerged as a power in the NCAA Division II. The Wildcats are coming off the most successful season in program history when they posted a 28-1 overall record, won the ECC regular season and tournament championships and qualified for the NCAA tournament for the fifth time. Daemen rattled off 28 straight victories to start the season, earning the distinction of being the last remaining unbeaten team across all three levels of NCAA basketball. Along the way, they ascended to the No. 1 ranking in the National Association of Basketball Coaches Division II poll for the first time in program history.With previous stops at Canisius University and Medaille University, MacDonald has worked across all three NCAA divisions. Before arriving at Daemen University, Mike MacDonald spent eight transformative years as head coach at Medaille College (2006–2014), where he turned a struggling NCAA Division III program into a regional powerhouse. Inheriting a team that had gone just 4–46 over the previous two seasons, MacDonald led the Mavericks to an average of 18 wins per year and six postseason appearances. His final five seasons were especially dominant—Medaille recorded 101 wins, the most of any Division III program in New York State during that span, and ranked 17th nationally in total victories. He was named Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference Coach of the Year four times and left as the school's all-time leader in wins (149) and winning percentage (.671).Prior to Medaille, MacDonald spent 18 years at Canisius College, including nine seasons as head coach (1997–2006), where he guided the Golden Griffins to 108 wins and earned BCANY Division I Co-Coach of the Year honors in 2000–01. He also served as a longtime assistant at Canisius, helping the program reach the NCAA Tournament and two NIT appearances under head coach John Beilein.

In today's episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell and John McCarthy to preview the 2025-2026 Small College Basketball season.  Cottrell and McCarthy discuss what stood out from the Small College Basketball Hall of Fame Classic, presented by VisitCentralFlorida.com and GoPlaySports.com.  After talking about the tip-off event, Cottrell and McCarthy discuss the top ranked teams, in NCAA Division II and NCAA Division III and the NAIA.  As well as the players at all three levels to watch in this upcoming  season.   The 2025 Small College Basketball Award winners can be found here...https://www.smallcollegebasketball.com/awardsThe Small College Basketball Podcast has been named #8 of the "Top 30 College Basketball Podcasts" by Feedspot.... and the 61st best College Basketball Podcast by Million Podcasts.   Please click below for the full lists...  https://ncaa.feedspot.com/college_basketball_podcasts/ https://www.millionpodcasts.com/college-basketball-podcasts/For more information on today's episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.comFor all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men's Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoopsor visit www.smallcollegebasketball.comFor more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcastYou can follow Host Chris Cottrell onTwitter @Coach_Cottrell_LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell

Bryant comes on the program to talk about his recent performance at the Central Region meet in Joplin, Missouri, when he and his Vikings team qualified for the NCAA Division II nationals in Wisconsin next week. Bryant tells about how this season has exceeded his expectations. The redshirt freshman gives the story of how he became motivated to become an exercise science major with an eye toward become a chiropractor. Bryant, a five-time state medalist at Glenwood, details some struggles during his first cross country season at Sioux Falls in 2024 and how he has been nursing an injury the past month of this season. He looks back at his early running career and the success that Glenwood has had in producing college runners. Bryant also chats about his interests outside of this sport and why distance running doesn't define him.

In episode 6 of season 6, I lecture on chapter 6 from the 10th edition of Peter G. Northouse's "Leadership: Theory and Practice." During the segment, I describe the Path-Goal leadership approach, highlight the basics of how Path-Goal theory works, and conclude with strengths and criticisms of the model. Before the lecture, I was joined by Nick Cowell for the Living Leadership segment. Nick was the head women's soccer coach at Trinity from 1991-98 during which he lead the Tigers to an amazing record of 117-3-8  and developing six all-Americans. After leaving Trinity he coached at Baylor Unviersity and has been the head women's coach at St. Edward's University for 20 years. He is the winningest coach in NCAA Division II history among active coaches, with 465 total wins, and is third all-time. He ranks 14th all-time across all divisions of the NCAA, second all-time in NCAA Division II, and seventh all-time in NCAA Division III. Cowell ranks in the top 50 for winningest coaches of all-time as determined by winning percentage across all divisions, 15th all-time in NCAA Division II, and 25th all-time in NCAA Division III. But, whatever you do - don't talk to him about the numbers. As he says, "all of that doesn't help me win the next game." Nick played an important part in my growth and development as a college student, so speaking with him about his leadershp philosophy and how he employs the Path-Goal approach was meaningful. Nick is a great role model for leaders everywhere. I hope you enjoy our conversation. And please, drop us a note on LinkedIn - or send me a tweet (@TingleJK) - to let us know your Take Home.

Ben Wilkins is entering his fourth season as the Men's Basketball Head Coach at D2 Seton Hill University. Under Wilkins, the Griffins have posted three consecutive 16-win seasons, tying the most wins in the program's NCAA Division II era. The program also notched its first-ever Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference Tournament win (over Edinboro in 2025), tied the school record for road wins, and beat two nationally ranked teams—just the second and third such wins in school history.Prior to Seton Hill, was the Associate Head Coach at Army West Point, where he helped guide the most successful four-year stretch at the academy since Mike Krzyzewski. Earlier roles included Mount St. Mary's (Associate Head Coach, two NCAA Tournament appearances), William & Mary (six years under two-time CAA Coach of the Year Tony Shaver), and Barton College, where his final recruiting class helped capture the 2007 NCAA Division II National Championship.On this episode Mike and Ben discuss the importance of establishing a strong culture and fostering an environment conducive to winning and growth. Ben shares insights into his coaching philosophy, which centers around accountability, hard work, and the development of strong relationships among players. Throughout the discussion, he reflects on his experiences at various institutions, including Army West Point and Mount St. Mary's, and how these shaped his understanding of leadership and teamwork. The episode further delves into the nuances of coaching style, including the balance between structure and adaptability, as well as the significance of open communication in nurturing player development.Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @hoopheadspod for the latest updates on episodes, guests, and events from the Hoop Heads Pod.Make sure you're subscribed to the Hoop Heads Pod on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts and while you're there please leave us a 5 star rating and review. Your ratings help your friends and coaching colleagues find the show. If you really love what you're hearing recommend the Hoop Heads Pod to someone and get them to join you as a part of Hoop Heads Nation.Grab your notebook and a pen as you listen to this episode with Ben Wilkins, Men's Basketball Head Coach at Seton Hill University.Website - https://athletics.setonhill.edu/sports/mens-basketballEmail - bwilkins@setonhill.eduTwitter/X - @CoachBenWilkinsVisit our Sponsors!Dr. Dish BasketballWhen a player becomes unguardable, the game shifts, the defense breaks, the crowd roars, and your team takes control.Great players don't just get lucky, they stoke the fire within. They're built in practice, accelerated with the right reps, the right motivation, and the #1 Selling Shooting Machine in America™ — Dr. Dish. Feed Your Fire. Visit drdishbasketball.com today.The Coaching PortfolioYour first impression is everything when applying for a new coaching job. A professional coaching portfolio is the tool that highlights your coaching achievements and philosophies and, most of all, helps separate you and your abilities from the

How Officials Get Selected: Behind the National Tournament ProcessIn this episode of the Crown Refs Podcast, we sit down with John Blazek, the National Coordinator of Men's Basketball Officials for NCAA Division II and a 15-year Division I official. With a rich background as a teacher, coach, athletic director, and principal, Blazek brings a lifetime of leadership experience to the mic.This conversation offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look into the NCAA selection process for national tournament officials. John shares his full methodology—how he evaluates officials, what he looks for, and how he follows up on performance. He dives deep into the new 2025 NCAA-Men's rules, including the nuances of continuous motion and the coach's challenge, offering clear teaching points and even a unique tip involving layup lines. You'll also hear his three-step approach to managing coaches, the importance of people skills in officiating, and his perspective on what makes someone truly ready for the next level.John also took a moment to review some Crown Refs film and offer direct feedback, making this an incredibly valuable episode for both aspiring and experienced officials who want a look under the hood of how the highest levels operate.

Two players from the Angelo State University Rams football team, including Braeden Fuller of Floresville, have been named to preseason watchlists for two of the most prestigious awards in NCAA Division II football heading into the 2025 season. Junior quarterback Braeden Fuller of Floresville has been selected for the 2025 DII Football Player of the Year Watchlist — what is being termed the “first-ever officially unofficial preseason Harlon Hill Trophy watchlist.” The Harlon Hill Trophy is the DII equivalent of the Heisman Trophy, and Fuller was a finalist for the award last season. He has also been named the Lone...Article Link

University of Jamestown Football Head Coach Brian Mistro discusses the Jimmies' entry into NCAA Division II & the NSIC and evaluates his 2025 team with i3G Media Jamestown Sports Director David Burrall.

The MSUM Dragons Podcast is sponsored by: On this edition of the MSUM Dragons Podcast, Assistant AD for Media and Public Relations Nolan Schmidt is joined by senior quarterback Jack Strand. The Bloomer, Wis., native discusses his journey with the Dragon football program, which began back in 2022. MSUM was of the few offers Strand received out of high school as he came from an option-style offense. In stark contrast, Strand has since become the most prolific passer in program history and stands as one of the top signal-callers in NCAA Division II.   He currently owns every major passing record in program history and is just 49 pass yards shy of 10,000 for his career. Additionally, Strand is a three-time All-NSIC selection and has twice been nominated for the Harlon Hill Award. Strand threw for six touchdowns in MSUM's week zero victory over Northern Michigan on Thursday, tying the single-game school record held by himself and Jon Frykman. 

Wichita State opens volleyball season on Friday and assistant coaches Katie Zimmerman and Ashleigh Houlton join us to preview the season. We talk about how senior leadership in July got things started in a good way and why they think their freshmen are not “drill-killers.” We also discuss Brooklyn Leggett’s journey from NCAA Division II … Continue reading "Roundhouse podcast with Katie Zimmerman, Ashleigh Houlton on Shocker volleyball"

In Episode 388 of Airey Bros Radio, we go belly to belly with Coach Joey Martinez, Head Men's Wrestling Coach & Director of Wrestling at Menlo College.Coach Martinez has led the Oaks for 16 seasons and just guided the program through a historic year — their first as an NCAA Division II program, capturing the inaugural MPSF Championship, winning the program's first NCAA national title, producing 3 individual NCAA champions, 10 All-Americans, and going undefeated at home.In this deep dive, we cover:Coach Martinez's origin story from athlete to coach and 16 years leading Menlo WrestlingTransitioning from NAIA to NCAA Division II and the challenges of the two-year postseason ineligibilityRecruiting philosophy: California roots, national reach, and finding the right student-athlete fitBuilding culture, character, and maturity in today's athletesThe role of parents in recruiting and student-athlete developmentMenlo's tight-knit community, business school focus, and Bay Area opportunities for athletesAlumni support, internships, and life beyond the matThe importance of dual meet atmospheres, rivalries with SF State & Humboldt, and undefeated home crowdsIf you're a wrestling fan, recruit, parent, or coach, this episode shines a light on the “diamond in the rough” that is Menlo College Wrestling.

In Episode 386 of Airey Bros Radio, we go belly to belly with Coach Mark Del Monaco, the newly appointed Director of Track & Field and Cross Country at Tiffin University. A proud New Jersey native with coaching stops at Metro State, Cal State East Bay, and Minot State, Coach Del Monaco has built a reputation for developing nationally recognized NCAA Division II programs and producing All-Americans, record-holders, and champions.In this conversation, we cover:Coach Del Monaco's journey from La Salle University runner to DII head coachHis approach to scholarships, recruiting, and international talent pipelinesBuilding culture, character, and the right “fit” at TiffinThe balance of administration vs. athlete-first coachingCross country and track insights, from double threshold training to facilities advantagesWhat to expect from the Tiffin Dragons in 2025 and beyondWhether you're a student-athlete, parent, coach, or fan of NCAA DII athletics, this episode is packed with lessons on leadership, program building, and the reality of college athletics outside the Power Four spotlight.

Welcome to Season 14 Episode 30 of the ParentingAces Podcast! In this week's episode, Coach Hannah Keeling of Georgia Gwinnett College - the winningest college tennis program in the NAIA - joins us to discuss why junior players and their families should take a closer look at this division.Coach Keeling is a former NCAA Division II top-20 singles tennis player and earned four first-team all-conference honors in singles and doubles at Clayton State University in Morrow, Georgia from 2012-15. She helped the team reach a No. 4 national ranking during the 2012-13 season. Hannah earned a bachelor's degree in health and fitness management from Clayton State in 2015.Hannah has been director of the Stars of the Future program at Ginepri Performance Tennis located at Olde Towne Athletic Club in Marietta, Georgia, where she worked with homeschool and high-performance youth players to develop them for playing at the collegiate and professional levels. In this role, Keeling worked alongside Robbie Ginepri, a former No. 15 ranked player among the ATP Tour, and Jason Parker, a WTA/ATP coach.As a player, Keeling was the top-ranked national junior tennis player in the United Kingdom while playing for Hampshire, England. She supplemented her American collegiate career by spending several years playing in the women's French national circuit. Hannah shares with us what she looks for in recruits and what she hopes prospective student athletes will ask her during their recruiting process. She also shares her experience coaching the Intennse League over the summer and what she is bringing back to her team from that experience.For more information on Georgia Gwinnett College or NAIA college tennis in general, feel free to reach out to Hannah directly at hkeeling@ggc.edu. She has a wealth of information and experience to share with families considering the NAIA route. You can also follow her on Instagram at fitcourtlife.As always, I am available for one-to-one consults to work with you as you find your way through the college recruiting process. You can purchase and book online through our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://parentingaces.com/shop/category/consult-with-lisa-stone/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.If you're so inclined, please share this – and all our episodes! – with your fellow tennis players, parents, and coaches. You can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or via your favorite podcast app. Please be sure to check out our logo'd merch as well as our a la carte personal consultations in our ⁠⁠online shop⁠⁠.CREDITSIntro & Outro Music: Morgan Stone aka STØNEAudio & Video Editing: Lisa Stone

Braeden Fuller of Floresville, the all-region quarterback for the Angelo State University Rams football team, has been named the Lone Star Conference (LSC) Preseason Offensive Player of the Year heading into the 2025 season. A junior kinesiology major, Fuller is the reigning LSC Offensive Player of the Year after leading the Rams to an undefeated 9-0 record in the LSC last season. He led the conference in passing yards (2,318) and touchdowns (19) while also rushing for 678 yards and 10 touchdowns. He was also a finalist for the Harlon Hill Trophy, the NCAA Division II equivalent of the Heisman...Article Link

In part two with Casey Bruggeman, he gets real about servant leadership, relationships that outlast the scoreboard, and the quiet challenge of doing things the right way. From humbling career shifts to coaching labs in disguise, Casey unpacks how culture is built through consistency, presence, and deep investment. As Jamestown transitions to NCAA Division II, Casey reflects on why high standards and meaningful relationships are the path to true transformation.If you care about coaching that lasts beyond the final buzzer—this is a must-listen.

A former cornerback for North Dakota State University (NDSU) from 2005-2009, Rich Bowman was part of a Bison defense that led the FCS in pass defense and ranked fifth in total defense in 2008, as NDSU was making their transition from NCAA Division II to eventual FCS national power. Bowman recorded 101 total tackles, 16 pass break ups, and one interception in his career in Fargo, and was nominated for the 2008 FedEx Orange Bowl Courage Award after returning to the field following a neck injury during the 2007 season. Bowman also earned a spot on the 2009 Allstate Good Works Team, joining players such as Florida's Tim Tebow along with 22 total players from all levels of football that embody the spirit of teamwork and community service. Following his playing career, Bowman earned his Master of Divinity from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, and currently serves as the campus pastor for The Summit Church's Downtown Durham campus in Durham, North Carolina. Bowman is also part of a team that is preparing to plant a church in Charlotte, North Carolina in 2026. In this episode, Bowman talks about growing up in Houston, Texas, his playing career at North Dakota State and overcoming his neck injury, and his journey into joining the ministry field.  

Get inside the minds of championship-caliber coaches from the top NCAA Division II men's track & field programs as we recap the 2025 Outdoor National Championships.In this exclusive roundtable, we're joined by:

Welcome to episode 198 of Sports Management Podcast. Today's guest is Jesse Burke – the Client Marketing Lead at PSI Sports Management. Jesse is a former NCAA Division II baseball Player from Cal State who transitioned into a career in sports management where he now works with marketing and scouting. We spoke about: His role at PSI Sports Scouting evaluating talent Learnings from his baseball career The NIL college landscape in America Work-Life balance And much more! Follow Sports Management Podcast on social media Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube www.sportsmanagementpodcast.com

 In Episode 362 of Airey Bros Radio, we go belly-to-belly with Dylan Cottrell, head coach of Glenville State University Wrestling (@gsu_wrestling). A former Big 12 champion and three-time NCAA qualifier, Coach Cottrell has transformed Glenville into one of the top NCAA Division II wrestling programs in the country. We discuss Glenville's meteoric rise to a #2 national ranking, his recruiting philosophy, the pros of wrestling in a small-town program, and how the transfer portal shaped their roster. This episode is a must-listen for wrestlers, coaches, parents, and anyone navigating the college recruiting process.

Jonathan Bullock-Barrett understands what it means to lead with faith, resilience, and purpose—both on the battlefield and at home. As a military leader with over a decade in the Army National Guard, an NCAA Division II wrestler and former college wrestling coach, and the host of For The Masses podcast, he brings a unique blend of discipline, leadership, and spiritual wisdom to every conversation.But beyond his career and service, Jonathan is also a husband, recently married in July 2024. He knows firsthand the importance of building a strong foundation in marriage, leading with love, and navigating the challenges that come with balancing faith, career, and family. His insights on commitment, communication, and spiritual leadership in marriage make him an excellent guest for conversations on relationships, faith, and personal growth.Want to be a guest on Book 101 Review? Send Daniel Lucas a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/17372807971394464fea5bae3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

rWotD Episode 2931: UC Davis Aggies football Welcome to Random Wiki of the Day, your journey through Wikipedia's vast and varied content, one random article at a time.The random article for Tuesday, 13 May 2025, is UC Davis Aggies football.The UC Davis Aggies football team represents the University of California, Davis in NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS). The football program's first season took place in 1915, and has fielded a team each year since with the exception of 1918 during World War I and from 1943 to 1945 during World War II, when the campus, then known as the University Farm, was shut down. The team was known as the Cal Aggies or California Aggies from 1922 to 1958 when UC Davis was called the Northern Branch of the College of Agriculture.UC Davis competed as a member of the NCAA College Division through 1972; from 1973 to 2003, the Aggies competed as an NCAA Division II program. In 2004, UC Davis promoted its football program to the Division I FCS (then I-AA) level and joined the Great West Conference (then known as the Great West Football Conference) after one season as an independent team with exploratory status. After their provisional seasons and the construction of a new stadium, UC Davis became a full member of Division I in 2007 and eligible for the postseason.Throughout its history, the football program won 31 conference championships. Between 1929 and 1992, the Aggies captured 27 outright or shared Northern California Athletic Conference championships, including 20 in a row from 1971 to 1990, an American West Conference title in 1993 (co-champion), and GWFC/GWC championships in 2005 (co-champ) and 2009.The Aggies won their first conference title as a Division I program in 2018 as one of the Big Sky Conference's three regular-season champions.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:37 UTC on Tuesday, 13 May 2025.For the full current version of the article, see UC Davis Aggies football on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm standard Kendra.

Tyler Barnette, ESPN+ baseball analyst with a series preview of WVU - K State; Travis Trickett was the guest on the latest 3 Guys Before the Game; Luke Wiggs from Kutztown, PA on the NCAA Division II softball regional featuring Shepherd and the University of Charleston

This episode features Gary Pine, Athletic Director at Azusa Pacific University. Pine shares how he got started in athletics and ultimately became the AD at APU, talks about the decision to transition the athletic department from the NAIA to NCAA Division II, and the recent decision to transition to NCAA Division III.

On this episode of Airey Bros Radio, we sit down with Coach Zach Daniel, Head Cross Country Coach and Assistant Track Coach at West Texas A&M. From his journey as a student-athlete to leading one of the nation's top NCAA Division II programs, Coach Daniel opens up about athlete development, strength training for distance runners, international recruiting, and how West Texas is quietly becoming a powerhouse in the Lone Star Conference.We dive into the challenges of coaching through weather extremes, the importance of athlete relationships, and how a small-town Texas school is producing All-Americans year after year. If you're a student-athlete, coach, or parent exploring college running opportunities, this is an episode you don't want to miss.

A native of The Woodlands, Texas, Brynn King is currently a graduate student at Roberts Wesleyan University, competing on the Redhawks track & field team. King was the first-ever NCAA Division II National Champion at RWU, winning the 2024 NCAA indoor pole vault national championship. King did so by breaking her own NCAA Division II indoor pole vault record, clearing 4.65 meters (15-feet, 3 inches) at the NCAA Division II Championships in Pittsburg, Kansas. She has since won two more NCAA National Championships in pole vault, and just set the NCAA women's outdoor pole vault record with a jump of 4.75-meters (15-feet, 7-inches) at the 97th Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays on March 29. King also competed for the United States Olympic Team in 2024 in Paris, France after clearing a jump of 4.73 meters (15-feet, 6 1/4 inches) on June 30 at the University of Oregon's Hayward Field during the Olympic Trials to catapult from eighth in the standings to finish third and earn a spot on Team USA for the 2024 Paris Olympics. King would go on to finish 22nd in the event in her first Olympic appearance.  In this episode, King discusses how she got involved in track & field, how she overcame injuries by surrounding herself with believers who encouraged her off the track, her experience at the Olympic Trials and at the 2024 Paris Olympics, and how the Roberts Wesleyan community has rallied around her over the last year.    

This week on Airey Bros Radio, we sit down with one of the most accomplished coaches in NCAA Division II history—Coach Jerry Baltes of Grand Valley State University. With 16 national titles, 78 individual champions, and over 1,600 All-Americans, Coach Baltes has built a powerhouse program while keeping his focus on developing great humans first. We dive deep into his coaching philosophy, the secrets behind Grand Valley's success, the importance of culture and character in recruiting, and what it means to build something that lasts.Whether you're a coach, athlete, or parent, this conversation offers timeless lessons on leadership, work ethic, and building programs rooted in purpose.

Sonoma State University announced a contentious proposal this spring to cut $24 million dollars by eliminating six academic departments entirely, and another two dozen degree programs, in addition to cutting all NCAA Division II sports, among other measures. A geology student shares what's at stake for the field and for students and faculty who are mourning the possible loss of a "home away from home." Guests: Jackson Kaiser, Geology student, Sonoma State University Amy DiPierro, Reporter, EdSource Read more from EdSource: Scenes of loss – and resilience – at a Cal State campus facing drastic cuts Education Beat is a weekly podcast, hosted by EdSource's Zaidee Stavely and produced by Coby McDonald. Subscribe at Apple, Spotify, SoundCloud.

Jim Drew stops in to talk hoops as his son's Lincoln University men's team heads to University of Illinois Springfield this weekend for an NCAA Division II regional, and Illinois State Fair Manager Rebecca Clark visits with the latest grandstand concert announcement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Golden Bears will be playing this weekend for the first time in school history in the NCAA Post Season basketball tourney. Their Head Coach, Matt Fletcher, joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

The Alabama Crimson Tide beat the Auburn Tigers in Neville Arena Saturday, splitting the season series 1-1. Alabama Basketball gets the winner on an overtime runner from Mark Sears. Beyond the rivalry aspect, the Alabama win has them back in the “1-seed” discussion according to ESPN’s Joe Lunardi, who also says Auburn Basketball is still the overall 1-seed “for now”. What did you learn about Alabama in this win? Are the Duke Blue Devils the team to beat or is it still Auburn Basketball? Where are Auburn fans with Chad Baker-Mazara? What national platform says Johni Broome and Cooper Flagg should share National Player of the Year honors? It was the end of an historic SEC season Saturday: The Kentucky Wildcats topped The Missouri TigersThe Mississippi State Bulldogs fall at The Arkansas RazorbacksThe Vanderbilt Commodores drop one at The Georgia BulldogsThe Tennessee Volunteers get the win over The South Carolina GamecocksThe Texas A&M Aggies whip The LSU TigersThe Florida Gators win one over the Ole Miss RebelsThe Oklahoma Sooners won at The Texas Longhorns The table is now set for what could be an historic SEC Tournament but, what is REALLY on the line? There is a bad trend for SEC Tournament champions, is it a curse? This weekend might have been the best weekend ever for the reputation of NCAA Division II basketball. Does Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning’s new contract mean we will never see him coach in the SEC? Why it sucks to be the guy in charge of spending he money for the Cincinnati Bengals. NFL Free Agency opens this week, there are already some agreements over the weekend. New faces in new places. The latest quarterback carousel rumors from the NFL.Visit the TNR store: https://nextround.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Alabama Crimson Tide beat the Auburn Tigers in Neville Arena Saturday, splitting the season series 1-1. Alabama Basketball gets the winner on an overtime runner from Mark Sears. Beyond the rivalry aspect, the Alabama win has them back in the “1-seed” discussion according to ESPN’s Joe Lunardi, who also says Auburn Basketball is still the overall 1-seed “for now”. What did you learn about Alabama in this win? Are the Duke Blue Devils the team to beat or is it still Auburn Basketball? Where are Auburn fans with Chad Baker-Mazara? What national platform says Johni Broome and Cooper Flagg should share National Player of the Year honors? It was the end of an historic SEC season Saturday: The Kentucky Wildcats topped The Missouri TigersThe Mississippi State Bulldogs fall at The Arkansas RazorbacksThe Vanderbilt Commodores drop one at The Georgia BulldogsThe Tennessee Volunteers get the win over The South Carolina GamecocksThe Texas A&M Aggies whip The LSU TigersThe Florida Gators win one over the Ole Miss RebelsThe Oklahoma Sooners won at The Texas Longhorns The table is now set for what could be an historic SEC Tournament but, what is REALLY on the line? There is a bad trend for SEC Tournament champions, is it a curse? This weekend might have been the best weekend ever for the reputation of NCAA Division II basketball. Does Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning’s new contract mean we will never see him coach in the SEC? Why it sucks to be the guy in charge of spending he money for the Cincinnati Bengals. NFL Free Agency opens this week, there are already some agreements over the weekend. New faces in new places. The latest quarterback carousel rumors from the NFL.Visit the TNR store: https://nextround.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Alabama Crimson Tide beat the Auburn Tigers in Neville Arena Saturday, splitting the season series 1-1. Alabama Basketball gets the winner on an overtime runner from Mark Sears. Beyond the rivalry aspect, the Alabama win has them back in the “1-seed” discussion according to ESPN’s Joe Lunardi, who also says Auburn Basketball is still the overall 1-seed “for now”. What did you learn about Alabama in this win? Are the Duke Blue Devils the team to beat or is it still Auburn Basketball? Where are Auburn fans with Chad Baker-Mazara? What national platform says Johni Broome and Cooper Flagg should share National Player of the Year honors? It was the end of an historic SEC season Saturday: The Kentucky Wildcats topped The Missouri TigersThe Mississippi State Bulldogs fall at The Arkansas RazorbacksThe Vanderbilt Commodores drop one at The Georgia BulldogsThe Tennessee Volunteers get the win over The South Carolina GamecocksThe Texas A&M Aggies whip The LSU TigersThe Florida Gators win one over the Ole Miss RebelsThe Oklahoma Sooners won at The Texas Longhorns The table is now set for what could be an historic SEC Tournament but, what is REALLY on the line? There is a bad trend for SEC Tournament champions, is it a curse? This weekend might have been the best weekend ever for the reputation of NCAA Division II basketball. Does Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning’s new contract mean we will never see him coach in the SEC? Why it sucks to be the guy in charge of spending he money for the Cincinnati Bengals. NFL Free Agency opens this week, there are already some agreements over the weekend. New faces in new places. The latest quarterback carousel rumors from the NFL.Visit the TNR store: https://nextround.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Alabama Crimson Tide beat the Auburn Tigers in Neville Arena Saturday, splitting the season series 1-1. Alabama Basketball gets the winner on an overtime runner from Mark Sears. Beyond the rivalry aspect, the Alabama win has them back in the “1-seed” discussion according to ESPN’s Joe Lunardi, who also says Auburn Basketball is still the overall 1-seed “for now”. What did you learn about Alabama in this win? Are the Duke Blue Devils the team to beat or is it still Auburn Basketball? Where are Auburn fans with Chad Baker-Mazara? What national platform says Johni Broome and Cooper Flagg should share National Player of the Year honors? It was the end of an historic SEC season Saturday: The Kentucky Wildcats topped The Missouri TigersThe Mississippi State Bulldogs fall at The Arkansas RazorbacksThe Vanderbilt Commodores drop one at The Georgia BulldogsThe Tennessee Volunteers get the win over The South Carolina GamecocksThe Texas A&M Aggies whip The LSU TigersThe Florida Gators win one over the Ole Miss RebelsThe Oklahoma Sooners won at The Texas Longhorns The table is now set for what could be an historic SEC Tournament but, what is REALLY on the line? There is a bad trend for SEC Tournament champions, is it a curse? This weekend might have been the best weekend ever for the reputation of NCAA Division II basketball. Does Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning’s new contract mean we will never see him coach in the SEC? Why it sucks to be the guy in charge of spending he money for the Cincinnati Bengals. NFL Free Agency opens this week, there are already some agreements over the weekend. New faces in new places. The latest quarterback carousel rumors from the NFL.Visit the TNR store: https://nextround.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Pinning Combination with The Gazette's K.J. Pilcher and Dick Briggs break down Iowa men's wrestling team's win over Oklahoma State, Iowa women's wrestling team's dominance at the national qualifier and looks ahead at NCAA Division II and III regionals. They close with a recap of last week's IHSAA state tournament.

In today's episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell for a chat with the founder of Small College Basketball, John McCarthy.  Together, Cottrell and McCarthy break down the top Small College Basketball teams to watch as we near the end of the regular season.  Programs from all across NCAA Division II, Division III and NAIA all make the list.   Cottrell and McCarthy also discuss players to watch, some of the best performances of the season so far as well as the Small College Basketball Awards.  The link to descriptions of the Small College Basketball awards are below... https://www.smallcollegebasketball.com/awardsThe Small College Basketball Podcast has been named #8 of the "Top 30 College Basketball Podcasts" by Feedspot.  Please click here for the full article. https://ncaa.feedspot.com/college_basketball_podcasts/ For more information on today's episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.comFor all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men's Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoopsor visit www.smallcollegebasketball.comFor more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcastYou can follow Host Chris Cottrell onTwitter @Coach_Cottrell_LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell

In today's episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell for a chat with NCAA Division III Basketball guru, Bob Quillman.  Bob Quillman hosts the Q-Cast discussing all aspects of NCAA Division III Basketball.  Click here for a link to the Q-Cast....  The discussion between Quillman and Cottrell includes the new NCAA Division III "NPI" format, for selection and seeding of this year's NCAA tournament.  Additionally, Quillman shares his thoughts on the top 25, teams to watch and players to watch going into the second half of the NCAA Division II season, as well as the remaining unbeaten teams in NCAA D3 Hoops.    The Small College Basketball Podcast has been named #8 of the "Top 30 College Basketball Podcasts" by Feedspot.  Please click here for the full article.  https://ncaa.feedspot.com/college_basketball_podcasts/  For more information on today's episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men's Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops or visit www.smallcollegebasketball.com For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_ LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell

Show Notes In today's episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell for a two interview episode.  Cottrell is joined by the coaches from the top two ranked teams in the country, at the NCAA DIVISION II level.   From top ranked Nova Southeastern University, Coach Jim Crutchfield and Cottrell discuss his team's depth, style of play and the return of Dallas Graziani.   From second ranked, Washburn University Coach Brett Ballard and Cottrell discuss where this Washburn team ranks among all of the successful teams he's had as well as the challenges of the always talented MIAA.   Nova Southeastern https://nsusharks.com/sports/mens-basketball Washburn https://wusports.com/sports/mens-basketball The Small College Basketball Podcast has been named #8 of the "Top 30 College Basketball Podcasts" by Feedspot.  Please click here for the full article.  https://ncaa.feedspot.com/college_basketball_podcasts/  For more information on today's episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men's Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops or visit www.smallcollegebasketball.com For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_ LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell

December 18, 2024 ~ The Ferris State Bulldogs will soon head to McKinney, Texas to square off against Valdosta State in the NCAA Division II championship football game. Guy and Lloyd talk with Bulldogs head coach Tony Annese about the rivalry with Valdosta State, his team's run after losing the season opener, and more!

Here's our conversation with CSU Cougars head coach Jay Entlich as they get ready for the national semifinals in NCAA Division II and Minnesota State-Mankato

It's a Freestyle Friday on SDHWe get caught up on the AM news and Michael Parkhurst from Beyond Goals Mentoring visits in hour 1 talking where BGM has grown, BGTV, and the challenges of mentees and their parentsWe have a conversation with CSU Cougars head coach Jay Entlich as they get ready for the national semifinals in NCAA Division II and Minnesota State-Mankato and get you ready for your day

He has been the head baseball coach at Jesuit High School in Tampa since 2014.  He had spent many years coaching at Key West High School who, as a player, he had led to a state title back in 1995.  As a student-athlete at the collegiate level, he played for the University of Tampa, won an NCAA Division II national title in 1998, and was twice named All-Conference.  At Jesuit he has led the baseball team to such highlights as state champions, District titles, and even being ranked No. 1 nationally by several national baseball media outlets.  His faith story includes having grown apart from the church as a young adult and later finding his way back, which he talks about during this interview.

In today's episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell for a “Fast Break” around Small College Basketball, celebrating the best games, upsets and performances from the last week.  Cottrell also hosts three interviews, with the reigning national championship head coaches from NCAA Division II, NCAA Division III and the NAIA.  Cottrell discusses Minnesota State Basketball with Coach Matt Margenthaler, Trine University Men's Basketball with coach Brooks Miller and Freed-Hardeman University Men's basketball with Coach Dew Stutts.  Minnesota State Men's Basketball LINKTrine University Men's Basketball LINK Freed-Hardeman University Men's Basketball LINK For more information on today's episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men's Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops or visit www.smallcollegebasketball.com For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_ LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell

In today's episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell for a conversation and recap of the Small College Basketball Hall of Fame Classic, with guest Wayne Cavadi. In this interview, Cottrell and Cavadi recap match-ups from the NCAA Division II opening weekend tournament. The conversation also gets into teams, players and coaches to watch across NCAA Division II men's basketball.  Website featuring Small College Basketball Hall of Fame Classic Website featuring Wayne Cavadi's NCAA Division II Coverage For more information on today's episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men's Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops or visit www.smallcollegebasketball.com For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_ LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell

Today's episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast previews the upcoming season at the NCAA Division III, NCAA Division II, and NAIA Levels. Host Chris Cottrell chats with the founder of Small College Basketball, John McCarthy about teams and players to watch. Also, Cottrell and McCarthy preview the upcoming Small College Basketball Hall of Fame Classic, tipping off Saturday November 2, 2024 from Florida Southern College. For more information on today's episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men's Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops or visit www.smallcollegebasketball.com You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_ LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell

Katie Moon is two time World Champion and a two time Olympic medalist. At the Tokyo Olympics she won a gold medal and in Paris 2024 she won silver. Katie graduated from Olmsted Falls High School where she started her pole vaulting career. She returned there this summer to host the inaugural Katie Moon Pole Vault Classic. She went to the University of Dayton and then transferred to Ashland University, where she won two NCAA Division II national titles. Learn more about Katie in Hear Her Sports Episode 14, in which she talks about body image, nutrition, poles, and how she got started. She also talked to host Elizabeth Emery during Covid about how tough it was to train and recently in another bonus episode about being a gluten free athlete. Donate to support everything Hear Her Sports is doing to increase media coverage for female athletes and women in sports. Go to https://www.hearhersports.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=6176b09220b0c3018b78ca66 Find all episodes http://www.hearhersports.com/ Find Hear Her Sports on all social @hearhersports Follow Katie Moon on IG at https://www.instagram.com/ktnago13/ Listen to Katie Moon on Episode 14 at https://www.hearhersports.com/archives#/episode-14-pole-vaulter-katie-nageotte-more-than-1-way-to-look-healthy/ Hear from Katie about training during Covid in a Hear Her Sports Fast Track https://www.hearhersports.com/archives#/fast-track-katie-nageotte/ Katie is a gluten-free athlete. Hear more about that in this bonus episode: https://www.hearhersports.com/#/bonus-katie-moon-becoming-gluten-free-athlete/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Katie Moon is two time World Champion and a two time Olympic medalist. At the Tokyo Olympics she won a gold medal and in Paris 2024 she won silver. Katie graduated from Olmsted Falls High School where she started her pole vaulting career. She returned there this summer to host the inaugural Katie Moon Pole Vault Classic. She went to the University of Dayton and then transferred to Ashland University, where she won two NCAA Division II national titles. In this Bonus episode Katie explains how she discovered she was celiac, how she has managed being gluten free as a professional athlete, and she shares some tips, favorite foods, and apps. Learn more about Katie in Hear Her Sports Episode 14, in which she talks about body image, nutrition, poles, and how she got started. She also talked to host Elizabeth Emery during Covid about how tough it was to train. Get involved and support the show and more sports media for women through https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hearher Find all episodes http://www.hearhersports.com/ Find Hear Her Sports on all social @hearhersports Follow Katie Moon on IG at https://www.instagram.com/ktnago13/ Listen to Katie Moon on Episode 14 at https://www.hearhersports.com/archives#/episode-14-pole-vaulter-katie-nageotte-more-than-1-way-to-look-healthy/ Hear from Katie about training during Covid in a Hear Her Sports Fast Track https://www.hearhersports.com/archives#/fast-track-katie-nageotte/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Minnesota State University-Mankato head coach Emilee Thiesse joins the Basketball Podcast to share insight on National Championship motion defense and offense.Emilee Thiesse has transformed the Minnesota State University's women's basketball program into an NCAA Division II powerhouse. Under her leadership, the Mavericks clinched their second NCAA Division II Championship during the 2023-24 season, breaking several team records along the way. Thiesse's tenure boasts an impressive 228-116 (.662) overall record, with 5 NCAA Tournament appearances, and her teams consistently ranking among the top in scoring offense and defense. Minnesota State's 2023-24 season saw them achieve a 20-2 conference record, their second NSIC Championship, and their first NSIC Tournament Championship.Thiesse's coaching prowess has been recognized with multiple accolades, including the NSIC Coach of the Year honor. The team broke several team records during their 2023-24 championship season, including games played (37), most wins (32, tied with 2008-09 season), points scored (3,069), field goal attempts (2,673), field goals made (1,146), field goal attempts (789) and free throws made (571). Along with the fourth-best scoring offense in NCAA Division II (82.9 ppg), the Mavericks also boasted a smothering defense that ranked second in steals per game (17.1), second in turnovers forced (28.05) and first in turnover margin (+13.11).

Lindenwood University head football coach Jed Stugart joins me this week to talk all things LU Football. Since arriving from South Dakota, Coach Stugart has helped the Lions transition from NCAA Division II to Division I and ushered in a new era of Lions football. We cover everything from recruiting, to NIL, and what it's like having Kansas on the schedule this year.

Matt Margenthaler is the head men's basketball coach at Minnesota State University in Mankato and the 2023-24 NABC Division II coach of the year. In the 2023-24 season, coach Margenthaler led the Mavericks to a 35-2 record and their first ever NCAA Division II national championship. On April 26, 2024, he was rewarded with a new five-year contract extension. Today on the podcast, we talk to Matt Margenthaler about winning his first national title, becoming a first time grandfather and staying disciplined in his faith journey. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Do you know Christ personally? Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn how you can commit your life to Him.

"I just felt like I just needed to get to the finish line, touch the finish line, and then celebrate. I don't feel like it is real yet. I don't know that it will until I'm back home and into my routine. But I keep getting little reminders that I am now going to be on an Olympic team, and I almost break down in tears every time." An average high school runner, Minnesota Distance Elite's Dakotah Lindwurm walked onto the team at Northern State University, but wound up a two-time NCAA Division II. She similarly entered the world of post-collegiate running as an unheralded but steady performer. But she ramped up to the marathon distance early, raced it often, and steadily chipped away at it, even winning the Grandma's Marathon a couple of times.  Still, despite boasting a well-filled-out resume, she seemed like a longshot to make an Olympic team. Too many big names were slotted ahead of her with PRs significantly faster. That all changed on Saturday when Lindwurm outlasted all but two members of one of the best fields ever assembled at an Olympic Trials marathon. Her story is sure to inspire, and her progression is one that I know high school coaches nationwide are sharing with their non-state-champion athletes this week.  Dakotah was generous enough to chat with Kyle Merber over the phone following her qualification for this week's edition of The Lap Count. Host: Kyle Merber | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kylemerber on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Guest: Dakotah Lindwurm | ⁠⁠⁠@dakotahlindwurm on Instagram⁠⁠ Read this week's newsletter here: https://www.thelapcount.com/p/making-big-meet-france Read Dakotah's first appearance in The Lap Count from Dec. 2021 here: https://thelapcount.substack.com/p/the-victory-lap-dakotah-lindwurm SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS