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Stanford Media Day with Tara VanDerveer, DiJonai Carrington & Kiana Williams Oct 08, 2019

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Pac-12 Networks’ Ashley Adamson & Mary Murphy interview Stanford head coach Tara VanDerveer, while Pac-12 Networks’ Kate Scott talks to Stanford guards DiJonai Carrington and Kiana Williams.

Utah Media Day with Lynne Roberts, Kiana Moore & Dru Gylten Oct 08, 2019

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Pac-12 Networks’ Ashley Adamson & Mary Murphy interview Utah guards Kiana Moore and Dru Gylten, while Pac-12 Networks’ Kate Scott talks to Utah head coach Lynne Roberts.

Washington Media Day with Jody Wynn, Amber Melgoza & Missy Peterson Oct 08, 2019

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Pac-12 Networks’ Ashley Adamson & Mary Murphy interview Washington guards Amber Melgoza and Missy Peterson, while Pac-12 Networks’ Kate Scott talks to Washington head coach Jody Wynn.

Washington State Media Day with Kamie Ethridge, Chanelle Molina and Borislava Hristova Oct 08, 2019

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Pac-12 Networks’ Ashley Adamson & Mary Murphy interview Washington State head coach Kamie Ethridge, while Pac-12 Networks’ Kate Scott talks to Washington State guard Chanelle Molina and forward Borislava Hristova.

Sabrina Ionescu on Returning to Oregon + Lindsay Gottlieb Interview Apr 10, 2019

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On the 12th episode of the Inside Pac-12 Women's Basketball Podcast, Pac-12 Networks' Ashley Adamson and Mary Murphy discuss Sabrina Ionescu’s return to Oregon and the implications it has for the team and for the conference next season (1:20).
Sabrina Ionescu joins the podcast (6:54) and shares what went into her decision to come back, and the surprisingly short amount of time she had to make it. Sabrina talks about breaking the news to her team and friends and the positive reactions she has received (10:40). She also discusses Kobe Bryant breaking down her game film and what that meant to her (13:47).
Sabrina talks about why her game has transcended gender lines and speaks to the celebrity attention her team has received this season (17:37). She elaborates on why she has the word ‘insurance’ written on her wristband and shares a common misconception about her (20:37). She talks about her plans this summer and reveals her favorite player to watch in the Pac-12 (24:26).
California head coach Lindsay Gottlieb calls in from the WNBA Draft (32:50) and explains why she loves the experience the Draft brings to her players. She speaks to Kristine Anigwe’s pro-readiness on offense and defense, and talks about how lucky any WNBA team will be to have her in their organization (37:09).
Lindsay and Mary also discuss some of the difficulties women’s coaches face, and explain why it’s important they get second chances at other schools (42:05). Gottlieb also responds to Notre Dame head coach Muffet McGraw’s statements at the Final Four in regards to more women being represented in the coaching ranks (43:50).
Finally, Ash and Mary talk about the Arizona Wildcats winning the WNIT in front of record crowds and why it bodes well for them going into next season (52:20).

Final Four Preview + Kelly Graves Interview Apr 02, 2019

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On the 11th episode of the Inside Pac-12 Women's Basketball Podcast, Pac-12 Networks' Ashley Adamson and Mary Murphy recap Oregon's incredible win over top-seeded Mississippi State and discuss what it took for the Ducks to get to their first Final Four (2:05).
Mary and Ash break down the frenetic final moments of the game and discuss how the team had been building to that moment all season long (4:19). Mary compares Sabrina Ionescu’s game to a couple of NBA legends and also discusses why it was more than just Ionescu’s play that got them a trip to Tampa (10:38).
Oregon head coach Kelly Graves (21:20) joins the podcast and describes the euphoria of watching his team celebrate their first Elite 8 win after being eliminated in the same round the previous two seasons. Kelly speaks about the high-level play versus the Bulldogs and how it reminded him of a particular game in the men’s NCAA Tournament (28:20). Graves shares the advice men's head coach Dana Altman offered him about going to the Final Four and all of the events that surround it (31:10). Coach also previews the matchup versus Baylor and what makes them challenging to defend (34:00).
Ash and Mary discuss Stanford's tough loss versus Notre Dame and look ahead to next year when they welcome a highly-ranked freshman class (38:42). Mary describes a 'different' Tara she saw this season and what is in store for her program (42:38).
Ash and Mary talk about the way Tucson has supported the Wildcats during their WNIT run, and compare it to the effect UCLA’s 2015 WNIT Championship had on their program (45:20). They end the podcast discussing why there have been five different Pac-12 programs in the Final Four since 2013 (56:20).

Sweet 16 Preview + Scott Rueck & Adia Barnes Interviews Mar 27, 2019

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On the 10th episode of the Inside Pac-12 Women's Basketball Podcast, Pac-12 Networks' Ashley Adamson and Mary Murphy recap the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament, and discuss what propelled 5 teams from the conference to make it to the Sweet 16. Mary comments on Sabrina Ionescu's triple-double and highlights the support Ionescu has received from collegiate and professional players (4:20).
Oregon State head coach Scott Rueck joins the podcast (14:47), and tells us the grittiness it took for his team to win two tight games at Gill Coliseum. Rueck shares his favorite moment from the weekend (16:00) and also talks about Mikayla Pivec being an underrated national star. Rueck shares the story of recruiting Pivec and his reaction when she called to tell him she had committed to the university (21:20).
Coach Rueck talks about the family atmosphere Oregon State provides and what former football head coach Mike Riley once told him about working in Corvallis (26:36). Rueck wraps the interview previewing their Sweet 16 matchup versus one-seeded Louisville, a team that eliminated the Beavers last year in the Elite 8 (23:58).
Arizona head coach Adia Barnes calls in (40:00) and talks about recruiting while playing in the postseason. Barnes highlights the Wildcats' WNIT success thus far and the player that has stood out aside from Aari McDonald (42:58). Adia talks about how long it takes to implement the culture you envision for your team (44:00) and how her experience as a WNBA player has made her the coach she is today (47:42). She also shares her disappointment on not making the NCAA tournament. Coach wraps her interview talking about how proud she is of attracting fans to McKale and how special it was getting their first WNIT win last week (50:00).
Ashley and Mary comment on the end of Cal's season, and the tough process of saying goodbye to four seniors, including Kristine Anigwe (52:40). They wrap the pod getting Mary's take on which game she is most looking forward to in the Sweet 16, who has been the best Pac-12 player so far in the NCAA tournament, and who will be a game-changing player for Oregon (53:37).

Selection Monday Reax + Cori Close & Layshia Clarendon Interviews Mar 20, 2019

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On the 9th episode of the Inside Pac-12 Women's Basketball Podcast, Pac-12 Networks' Ashley Adamson and Mary Murphy recap Selection Monday and analyze the road to the Final Four for the 6 Pac-12 Teams dancing. Mary breaks down the challenges each team will face, and determines who is set up for success (8:49).
UCLA head coach Cori Close (19:20) joins the podcast and tells us the special treatment a team receives when traveling during the NCAA tournament. Cori talks about John Wooden's pyramid of success and why it is her job to make it relevant to the kids playing today (24:28). Cori talks about her emotions while watching Gymnastics coach Miss Val last meet at Pauley Pavilion and how they were both influenced by Wooden's message (25:25).
Coach Close talks about the volunteer work her and the team did while in the Virgin Islands and what the effects of being able to give back to the community (28:00). She ends her interview talking about her experience as a player in the NCAA tournament and the parity this year's tournament presents (31:10).
Connecticut Sun guard and Pac-12 Networks broadcaster Layshia Clarendon talks to Ashley and Mary about playing in the Final Four with the Cal Bears in 2013 (38:20). She talks about what she remembers the most about their run and why this year's Oregon team reminds her a little of them (40:00). Layshia talks about the transition to become a media member and reveals the grind and commitment it takes to sustain being in the WNBA (50:57).
Ashley and Mary wrap the pod talking about Arizona in the WNIT (54:06) and Mary gives her Final Four predictions (58:41).

Pac-12 Tourney Recap with DiJonai Carrington + Charlie Creme Interview Mar 12, 2019

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On the 8th episode of the Inside Pac-12 Women's Basketball Podcast, Pac-12 Networks' Ashley Adamson and Mary Murphy recap the Pac-12 Women’s Tournament in Las Vegas. Mary and Ash recount the euphoric scene after 11-seeded Washington upset Oregon State (7:40) and discuss Stanford’s redemption versus Oregon (14:38).
One of the stars of the tournament, Stanford’s DiJonai Carrington joins the podcast (15:42), and shares the mindset the Cardinal had going into the championship game after losing to the Ducks by 40 points earlier in the season. DiJonai praises the play of teammate Anna Wilson and discusses the trust Coach VanDerveer had in the team (21:17). DiJonai also talks about growing up in an athletic family and being allowed to play tackle football at a young age (23:46). She shares what her future plans are, and why she believes she must use her platform as a Stanford student-athlete to help others (30:22).
Less than a week away from Selection Monday, ESPN women’s bracketologist Charlie Creme calls in (38:33) and describes how he got into bracketology. He talks about his process for predicting what teams the NCAA Committee will select, and also talks about pushback on social media from certain fan bases (46:44). Charlie also explains why Stanford and Oregon are 2-seeds (49:44) and despite a late season surge, UCLA is still a 6-seed (52:00). He also tells us which Pac-12 teams he thinks can make a run to the Final Four (53:35).

Pac-12 Women's Basketball Award Show Mar 06, 2019

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On the 7th episode of the Inside Pac-12 Women’s Basketball Podcast, Pac-12 Networks’ Ashley Adamson and Mary Murphy reveal the 2018-19 Pac-12 award selections and interview each of the winners.
They talk to Pac-12 Player of the Year Sabrina Ionescu (2:02) and ask her what it means to win the award for the second straight season. Ash and Mary interview Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Year Kristine Anigwe (9:58), and talk about what led to her improving defensively each season at Cal.
John R. Wooden Coach of the Year Kelly Graves joins the show next (17:28), and they discuss how he dealt with raised expectations in Eugene this season. Then, Ash and Mary talk to Pac-12 Freshman of the Year Dre’Una Edwards (26:17), and ask her the hardest part of transitioning from high school to college.
Lastly, Ash and Mary interview Pac-12 Sixth Player of the Year Aleah Goodman (32:51), and discuss how she provides energy coming off the bench for the Beavers. They also hear from Pac-12 Scholar-Athlete of the Year Alanna Smith (38:21), who tells them why she is so grateful she attends Stanford.

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