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Virginia's Tony Bennett would love to recapture the momentum gained at the end of last season where the Cavaliers won 11 of their final 12 games. What will be the key to doing that? What transfer Sam Hauser brings to the team. Replacing Mamadi Diakite and Braxton Key.... Who steps up? Can they once again be defensive stalwarts? Why strength through numbers will be the theme. Managing transfers and red shirts. And what will be the biggest key for Virginia's success this season? Plus, Jon breaks down some of the hurdles to get through a full season.
Andy Katz talks with Virginia head coach Tony Bennett about how the team has evolved throughout the year, the changes they need to make defensively and the mindset they will need heading into the tournament. UCLA head coach Mike Cronin shares his thoughts on the Bruins' young team and how the adversity they have faced has built trust between them. Andy ranks the best coaches come tournament time. Fighting Illini freshman center Kofi Cockburn speaks with Andy about the expectations he set for himself this season and the brotherly bond he's formed with Giorgi Bezhanishvili. Andy & Chad look ahead to the upcoming week & discuss the most intriguing matchups.
Our show from Charlotte wraps up with three more ACC basketball coaches. First up it's Louisville's Chris Mack who defied expectations last season in his first year at Louisville, followed by Brad Brownell who did the same at Clemson. Finally, Virginia's Tony Bennett stops by fresh off of a 2019 National Championship title.
As we inch closer to the start of the new season we check in with the defending National Champs! Virginia's Tony Bennett joins the podcast to discuss their title run last year. Plus, what the outlook is for the Cavaliers in 19-20. What to make of California's new bill... How it will impact amateurism. And don't miss Jon's observations from the road!
Virginia Head Coach Tony Bennett's team just won the ACC regular season Championship on Saturday, and enters the ACC tournament in Charlotte as the #1 seed. Tony explains what they have to do in order to take home that championship too, and what he expects from De'Andre Hunter, Kyle Guy, and Ty Jerome. He also speaks to their victory over Carolina, and loss to Duke. Then Kansas State Head Coach Bruce Weber joins with an update on Dean Wade and Cartier Diarra's status, what they learned from last year's trip to the Elite 8, and how this season's "Pursuit of Better" motto is paying off. Plus, Andy's conference tournament picks!
Virginia's Tony Bennett has the Cavaliers in prime position for top seed in this year's NCAA tournament. What has been the key to their quality play? Explaining their team theme of "United Pursuit". The upside of De'Andre hunter. And why having perspective on life beyond the game is so important. Plus, Michigan State with a statement win. Just how high is Duke's ceiling? And don't miss game to watch this week!
Duke head coach Mike Krzyzewski is looking forward to his team's marquee opening against Kentucky, and breaks down his roster of players including Zion Williamson, RJ Barrett, Cam Reddish, Tre Jones, and Marques Bolden. And Virginia head coach Tony Bennett speaks to the development of Kyle Guy and Ty Jerome, what De'Andre Hunter brings to the team, and why he's excited about Alabama transfer Braxton Key's eligibility. Tony also reflects on last year's disappointing and surprising loss to UMBC at the NCAA Tournament, and what he hopes the team and coaching staff (himself included) learned from it.
Virginia's Tony Bennett is looking forward to the start of this season. What do the Cavaliers need to improve upon to reach that elusive Final Four? Excitement about their explosive perimeter. Who replaces Isaiah Wilkins? And what can they expect from the newcomers entering the program. Plus, despite everything that's happened with Arizona's program in the last 12 months, why Jon feels the Wildcats will be back to vintage form in 19-20.
Virginia's Tony Bennett looks to lead the Cavilers to the Final Four. What can they take away from their Elite Eight appearance last season? The importance of finding a third scorer on this year's team. The influence his dad had on him. And how their tough non-conference schedule is preparing them for the grueling ACC. Plus, could Arizona State be the best team in the land? An important week for Kentucky. And why TCU might be the most complete team in the Big 12.
Gary Parrish is joined by Matt Norlander and Sam Vecenie for this episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast. They discuss Bo Ryan's retirement at Wisconsin, whether AD Barry Alvarez is smart to wait to commit to assistant Greg Gard, and if Virginia's Tony Bennett is a realistic candidate. Then they talk about Monmouth's impressive wins and unbelievable bench -- and the injuries at Iowa State, Duke and North Carolina. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices