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Episode 293 - DePaul's Tony Stubblefield Jun 07, 2021

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DePaul's Tony Stubblefield is ready to make a splash in the Big East. Hear what the first time head coach took away from his time spent under the likes of Mick Cronin and Dana Altman. The genesis of getting the job at DePaul. How to get the program back on track? Recruiting the plethora of talent in the Chicago area. The key to keeping that talent local. Rounding out the roster. Why there are no off nights in the proud Big East. And why he believes they can be competitive in year one. Plus, a changing of the guard in NCAA basketball? Coach K set to retire after this coming season.

Episode 292 - Cincinnati's Wes Miller Jun 01, 2021

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Cincinnati's Wes Miller has a ton of energy heading into his first year as the head coach of the Bearcats. Why he loves the high standards and expectations the program sets for itself. Discussing the magnitude of basketball on the Cincinnati campus. The rivalry with Xavier. Getting the program back to where it was. How did he do such a good job putting the roster back together? Bob Huggins and Mick Cronin dialogue. Paying it forward. Having a true home-court advantage. And what are the goals for year one? Plus, a potential Final 4 rematch looming?

Episode 291 - Oklahoma's Porter Moser May 24, 2021

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Our new coaches series continues with Oklahoma's Porter Moser! How's he settling into Norman after leaving Loyola-Chicago? Why change is always weird. What made Oklahoma the right fit for him? Stepping up and competing in the Big 12 conference. Being intentional in the process. Building trust within a team. Why scheduling has gotten a lot easier for him. And what are realistic expectations in year one? Plus, why the SEC is far more than a football conference.

Episode 290 - Marquette's Shaka Smart May 17, 2021

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Marquette's new head basketball coach, Shaka Smart, is excited for the opportunity to compete in the Big East and lead a program with a rich basketball tradition. Why setting the culture is crucial in year one with the Golden Eagles. Early impressions of the roster. Realistic expectations. Quickly building relationships. Balancing team goals with individual goals. Billy Donovan's influence. And the importance of living in the moment. Plus, Gonzaga continues to load up for next season.

Episode 289 - Arizona's Tommy Lloyd May 10, 2021

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Arizona basketball starts a fresh chapter with their newly minted head coach, Tommy Lloyd. What are realistic expectations in year one for the first time head coach? What he learned in 20 plus years under Mark Few at Gonzaga. Discussing the team he inherits. The importance of holding high standards and not relenting on them. Future scheduling. Style of play. His international flair. Coaching in the Pac-12. And why immediate success hinders on returning players and their development. Plus, Kentucky continues to add transfers.

Episode 288 - North Carolina's Hubert Davis May 03, 2021

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It's May but we're not sleeping yet! The new coaches series rolls along with North Carolina's Hubert Davis. The former Tar Heels player and assistant takes us through the hiring process on how he became the head man at the university he deeply loves. His respect for Coach Roy Williams. Finding a rhythm and routine. Becoming the decision maker. The importance of utilizing versatile big men. His coaching philosophy and style of play explained. And embracing the pressure. Plus, Kentucky gets a decommitment... but is help on the way? And teams joining in on the transfer portal fun!

Episode 287 - Texas' Chris Beard Apr 26, 2021

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The new coaches series continues with Texas' Chris Beard! Jon and coach discuss his move from Texas Tech to Texas. Is it strange to move within conference? How the process all went down. Why the move was right for him. What are the goals in year one? How to best push the Texas brand and build off of Shaka Smart's success. The balance between winning and personal success. Schedule. His all-star coaching staff. And the keys to getting a team to gel.

Episode 286 - Utah's Craig Smith Apr 19, 2021

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New coaches series... NCAA passes one-time transfer exemption. EMBRACE THE CHANGE. More opportunities for players... Stability is coming... Jon welcomes Utah's Craig Smith...Following a chaotic coaching cycle, 74-24 in three years at Utah State. How did you do it? Made Utah State a perennial NCAA Tournament contender in the MWC. How do you do the same with Utah in the Pac-12? #WESLEEPINMAY

Episode 285 - Indiana's Mike Woodson Apr 12, 2021

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Indiana's Mike Woodson is excited to take over at his Alma Mater but took the job for one reason; get the program back to its winning ways. How has it been navigating the transfer portal? And what's the sales pitch for the payers he's trying to keep in the program? What pieces do they still need to add? The importance of having a coach with a connection to the Indiana program. And the influence of Bob Knight. Plus, discussing some of the dominate themes this off-season... Including: Transfer Mania!

Episode 284 - Texas Tech's Mark Adams Apr 07, 2021

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Texas Tech's Mark Adams is excited about the opportunity to lead the Red Raiders and not just maintain but thrive! The whirl-wind that led to his hiring. How he has grown as a coach. The status of players possibly returning for next year. His recruiting and transfer philosophy. How he hopes to play fast, aggressive and tough man-to-man defense. Coaching in the prestigious Big 12. And how the rivalry with Texas has ratcheted up. Plus, celebrating the Baylor Bears Championship. And ready set off-season!

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