Florida Basketball Hour
256 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 98 ratingsTalking Florida Gators Basketball with weekly guests, features, game analysis and more. Giving a program that’s become a national power the attention it deserves. Powered by The Gatorverse.
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Bubbleville Wrap: Stetson preview
December 05, 2020 00:39 - 1 hour - 67.6 MBThe guys break down Florida’s 2-0 trip to Bubbleville, which was a tale of two performances. Plus, a preview of Florida’s home opener against Stetson.
Gators Basketball, Finally! Army and Boston College Preview
December 01, 2020 13:22 - 58 minutes - 54.3 MBEric Fawcett (Gator Country) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) on Florida's trip to Bubbleville, where the Gators will (finally) open the season after a COVID pause. The guys preview Florida's games against a suprising, unbeaten Army team out of the Patriot League and against Boston College from the ACC. What to expect from each opponent, and why each presents unique challenges. Plus, what to watch for in the Bubble, including: - Who starts at PG? - How fast does Florida play, es...
Listener Question Season Preview and U-MASS Lowell Preview
November 20, 2020 03:18 - 1 hour - 68 MBNeil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) team up to talk all things Gators Basketball. On this episode, they continue their season preview with listener questions on issues ranging from the team's ceiling, go-to-players, defensive identity, pro comparisons for Scottie Lewis and Colin Castleton and questions about the Gator backcourt. The guys also discuss why a versatile frontcourt and an improved Omar Payne could key a bounce back season defensively. Plus, is...
Over/Under 2020-21 Season Predictions episode; plus, Listener questions and DEFENSE
November 02, 2020 23:27 - 1 hour - 65.5 MBEric Fawcett (Gator Country) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday down South) with an episode of over/under predictions on the 2020/21 season. Topics covered: starting PG, team 3P per game, who will be the second leading scorer, regular season record, and much more. Plus, your listener questions on everything from the starting frontcourt to who replaces Connecticut on the schedule. Finally, a "Coaches Corner" on why Niels Lane and Scottie Lewis will make Florida more versatile defensively, and what...
Early insights as Gators open fall camp; Big East preview
October 21, 2020 20:05 - 1 hour - 69.3 MBFlorida has opened its fall camp for the 2020-21 season. The guys discuss the season to come, with insight into early reports coming out of camp. Among the topics: - Great depth - The PG battle - What role for Tre Mann - Osayi Osifo's work ethic pushing Omar Payne - Florida's tempo commitment and more. Plus, a look at Florida's recruiting situation after Alex Fudge's commitment to LSU. Finally, the guys preview the Big East. Will anyone challenge Villanova? Is this a breakthrough year for UC...
Fall Camp Insider Notes and ACC Basketball Preview
October 07, 2020 16:07 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBThe guys discuss Florida's fall camp and talk about the exciting growth of guard Tre Mann, among other Gators. Plus, a lengthy discussion about pace of play and tempo, and why this roster is suited for it offensively. Also, the national outlook on Scottie Lewis's sophomore ceiling is varied. The guys explain why that might be and what to expect from the sophomore, on and off the court. Finally, after a lengthy SEC preview, the guys turn their focus to the ACC. Will UNC be back? Is Virginia ...
SEC spectacular with Adam Spencer, Saturday down South
September 24, 2020 14:50 - 1 hour - 62.3 MBNeil W. Blackmon (Saturday down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country dot com) are joined by Adam Spencer, the lead college basketball writer for Saturday down South, to talk all things SEC hoops. From hot seats to potential MTE bubbles to Feast Week to whether this is finally the year for Rick Barnes, this show has a little of everything.
To press or not to press: plus, listener questions and offseason and recruiting insider notes!
September 02, 2020 13:34 - 1 hour - 81.3 MBNeil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) team up to discuss whether "playing fast" also means Florida should ratchet up tempo defensively by consistently employing a press, as Mike White loved to do at Louisiana Tech. The guys discuss why the press is so sparingly a consistent defense at the Power 5 level. Plus, why FBH thinks the Gators can be vastly improved on defense without it. Also: - Your listener questions on defense, rotations, who starts at the 2, the...
SEC Summer roundup: Blake Lovell, the Godfather of SEC Basketball Coverage
August 17, 2020 21:55 - 1 hour - 67.1 MBThe guys are joined by Blake Lovell, the Godfather of SEC Basketball Coverage. Blake is putting together the always-essential Blue Ribbon College Basketball preview, but he stopped by to chat all things SEC basketball with us. While the show was recorded before Isaiah Joe's decision to leave Arkansas, we discussed a variety of topics, including: - How good can the Gators be? Is Mike White on the hot seat? - How good will Tennessee be? Can Rick Barnes finally deliver? - How good will the middl...
Mike White back-to-school press conference; Special guest Matt Wolff
August 12, 2020 12:45 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MBNeil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) are joined by special guest Matt Wolff, who is set to host a Gator Great Alumni Game and weekend in 2021, when life (hopefully) returns to normal. Matt talks about why he wanted to put on a Gator Alumni game, many of the players he has committed to attend, and what the weekend will involve. Plus, he shares his fondest memories as a well-traveled Gators fan. Plus, the guys discuss some of the very interesting comments mad...
Conversation with Jim Root of 3 Man Weave- Florida, SEC and Hot Seats!
August 08, 2020 13:24 - 1 hour - 72 MBThe guys are joined by the outstanding Jim Root, one member of the tremendous college basketball podcast 3 Man Weave. Jim joins and provides his insight into a variety of topics, from the outsider view of Florida's program under Mike White, to how UF will play next season offensively, to the emergent power that is the SEC and much more. Plus, a great back and forth on hot seats around college basketball.
Rob Dauster, NBC Sports College Basketball Talk
July 31, 2020 17:06 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBNBC Sports college hoops writer Rob Dauster joins the show to talk a number of topics in the sport as players return to campus. Among the topics: - Why are there so few black head coaches in the Power 6? Will John Calipari's support of the McClendon scholarship open the door for improvement? - Mike White: is the hot seat talk fair? Does Florida need a new identity? As good as Andrew Nembhard is, are the Gators better positioned to win without him? What impact will Andrew have at Gonzaga? ...
The Recruiting Show!!!
July 20, 2020 01:46 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBThe guys break down Florida's 2021 recruiting board, led by soon to be 5 star commit Kowacie Reeves Jr. They talk about how many scholarships Florida will have, who the Gators may target, and break down some of the individuals Florida has reached out to during the July live contact period. Plus, a sneak peak at a few of Florida's key 2022 targets, including 5 star Keyonte George out of Lewisville, Texas.
2020-2021 Roster Set: On what to expect offensively + Listener Questions
July 16, 2020 01:47 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBWith Florida's 2020-2021 Men's Basketball Roster set, the guys break down what to expect from Florida offensively. Will the Gators continue to build on Princeton offense concepts integrated into Mike White's system the past two seasons? With more athletes and creators-- will the Gators use more pick and roll and be better doing it? What rotations make sense? A deep coaches corner explores that discussion. Plus, your listener questions cover a range of topics-- from concern about the young fro...
State of the Programs with Special Guest David Waters of Gators Breakdown
June 11, 2020 11:37 - 1 hour - 81.4 MBDavid Waters (Gator Dave!), the host of the incredibly successful Florida Football podcast "Gators Breakdown" joins us to discuss Florida basketball, football, and life as an independent journalist and podcast host. Among the topics discussed: - How Dave started Gators Breakdown - The State of the Basketball Program: is apathy a problem in the fan base after a disappointing 2019-20? - How good can Florida be in football in 2020? - How good can Florida be in basketball in 2020? - What Mike Whi...
Nembhard to Transfer: What does it all mean?
May 31, 2020 19:07 - 1 hour - 71.9 MBNeil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) break down the surprising transfer of PG Andrew Nembhard from the program, where Andrew was a two-year starter. What it means for Florida at point guard next year and the guard position generally. Plus, a discussion of Florida's two-year roster flip- from a team with less athleticism and smaller guards to one with an abundance of wings and athletes. Then, 40 minutes of your listener questions, on topics ranging from: - w...
The 2006 National Championship Game: Florida 73, UCLA 57
May 17, 2020 21:57 - 1 hour - 68.5 MBEric Fawcett (Gator Country) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) break down the 2006 National Championship game, which saw Florida capture its first national championship in basketball. The game was nearly a wire to wire Florida victory, and saw the Gators put together what longtime CBS college basketball analyst Billy Packer called "one of the finest team performances in the history of college basketball." It was the ultimate team win by one of the sport's ultimate teams. The guys bre...
Nembhard, Mann NBA Draft Decisions, A Transfer and Kowacie Reeves Decision
April 30, 2020 02:02 - 1 hour - 64.6 MBEric Fawcett (Gator Country) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) discuss a really busy week in Florida basketball. FIrst, the decision of Andrew Nembhard to declare for the NBA draft but hire an NCAA certified agent. The guys break down his decision, his future and why a return to Florida might not make much sense. (Minute 1-15). Second, the guys discuss Tre Mann's decision to also declare for the NBA Draft. Is he just getting feedback, or is it possible he's leaving Florida? Why a ret...
Keyontae Returns!
April 17, 2020 01:27 - 1 hour - 67.9 MBThe guys discuss the return of Keyontae Johnson to UF for his junior season. Plus, how will the Gators handle big expectations for a second consecutive season? Finally- all your listener questions— and a chat about the best Gators ever tournament going down on Twitter.
Scottie Lewis Returns
April 07, 2020 02:59 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBEric Fawcett (Gator Country) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday down South) break down the decision of Florida freshman Scottie Lewis to return for his sophomore season in Gainesville. Why it was a smart, mature decision by Lewis and how it sets him up for a big second season on campus. Plus, how the decision impacts Florida's rotations in 2020-21 and playing time for Florida's other guards and wings. Also: all your listener questions, with topics such as: - Will Andrew Nembhard also return? - W...
Season in Review: Listener Questions Style
March 22, 2020 13:18 - 1 hour - 73 MBNeil W. Blackmon (Saturday down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) team up to take over an hour of your listener questions about the 2019-20 Gators basketball season and what to expect in 2020-21. Topics include: - toughest losses of 2019-20 season - the futures of Keyontate Johnson, Andrew Nembhard and Scottie Lewis - a projected starting 5 for 2020-21 - Tre Mann's expected leap in production - why Florida will be better on defense next season - Coaching staff report cards - grad tran...
March Sadness: Selection Sunday Edition
March 15, 2020 14:05 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MBNeil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) talk about the cancellation of the SEC and NCAA Tournaments. What they'll miss most about this year's version of March Madness, what SEC teams were poised for deep runs, disappointment and who they think may have cut down the nets in Atlanta. Plus, why Florida's offense was much-improved, but still prone to scoring droughts. Can Florida become less set reliant in 2020-2021? And what went wrong on defense, where this team...
Epic Kentucky Collapse; SEC Tournament opener preview
March 11, 2020 03:05 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBNeil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) break down Florida's epic second-half collapse against No. 6 Kentucky on Senior Day, which saw Florida blow an 18 point lead in the final 11:30 minutes of play. Why Florida's switch to zone defense failed, how Florida's offense went cold and why the Blackshear injury was so devastating. Plus, who fills Blackshear's shoes in Nashville: Omar Payne? Jason Jitoboh? Dontay Bassett? All of the above? They break that down. Fina...
Tennessee Loss; Georgia Sweep
March 05, 2020 04:58 - 1 hour - 58.8 MBNeil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett wrap Florida's two-game road trip with a show on Florida's loss at Tennessee and win in Athens to finish off a sweep of Georgia. Why the Gators can't seem to start fast; how Florida's offense is at its best with Johnson and Nembhard leading the way; what's with Omar Payne's drop in minutes; coaches corner on Florida's shortened bench-- and more. Plus, Senior Day vs. Kentucky and your listener questions.
Hard fought loss at Kentucky; LSU Preview
February 26, 2020 13:26 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBEric Fawcett (Gator Country) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday down South) break down Florida's hard fought loss to Kentucky at Rupp Arena. What's behind Florida's scoring droughts- and why it is more complicated than "run better stuff." Plus, how lineups and rotations impact the droughts. The guys will also talk about how Florida has improved on defense, and how they can continue to get better. A coaches corner with Eric focuses on how Florida can revive its offense in the pick and roll. Plus...
Kentucky at Rupp Preview
February 21, 2020 03:54 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBThe guys preview Florida's trip to Rupp Arena to take on Kentucky Saturday night. Why this is a strange Kentucky team-- and one that doesn't rely mostly on ferocious defense. How the battle of the bigs will impact the basketball game; why Keyontae Johnson is a matchup problem for the Wildcats, and why Ashton Hagans may be a problem for Andrew Nembhard. Plus- why analytics say these teams are very evenly matched- with home floor perhaps being the difference.
Arkansas Review; Graham Hall
February 20, 2020 01:50 - 42 minutes - 39 MBNeil Blackmon (Saturday Down South) is joined by the Gainesville Sun's Graham Hall, who breaks down his observations after covering Florida basketball all season. After a discussion of the Gators victory over Arkansas, other topics addressed include: - why Florida has improved so much offensively - Andrew Nembhard's growth - Tre Mann as an example of a team growing up - Florida's defensive dilemma down the stretch - How Florida can finish with 3 big wins in their final 5 games. Graham share...
Billy Donovan Night; Vandy and Texas A & M wins
February 16, 2020 19:28 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBNeil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) on Florida's wins over Texas A & M and Vanderbilt this week. How the defense turned it around in two must-win games, and why Florida's offense has been so good against zone. Plus, the progress of Tre Mann and Omar Payne, and what it means for the rest of the season. Next, the guys talk the emotional Vanderbilt game and Billy Donovan Court dedication. Why someone like Billy Donovan is so rare, why he still means so much to...
Another rocky week: UGA win, Ole Miss flop
February 09, 2020 21:49 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBNeil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) opens the show with a discussion of the program, the coaching job this staff has done this year, and hot seats. Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) joins him and offers his perspective on the same. (Minutes 1-20). Then, a discussion on the Georgia game- a tale of two very odd halves- but one perfect for "team weird." (Minutes 20-35). Plus, a coaches corner on how this team should approach defense with a kitchen sink mentality to close the season. (Minutes 35-4...
The Miss State Collapse; Vandy road win and Georgia preview
February 04, 2020 03:26 - 57 minutes - 52.2 MBThe guys discuss Florida's home collapse against Miss State last week. Why Florida's rotations seemed odd in the second half, why scheme in pick and roll coverage and bad transition defense doomed Florida, and why the staff is to blame for that loss. We'll also talk about why the Vanderbilt win didn't make us feel better. Plus, a frank discussion about Mike White and what looks like it may be a warm seat entering year 6 in Gainesville. And why Florida needs more from Keyontae Johnson from a ...
Gators fall to Baylor; Defense needs schematic changes; Listener Questions
January 28, 2020 03:09 - 1 hour - 71.8 MBThe guys break down Florida's loss to No. 1 Baylor in Gainesville Saturday night. Why Florida's defense failed again in a big game, and why the Gators went to the press too late. Plus, the guys evaluate Florida's defensive weaknesses and assess what schematic changes could help Florida defend at a high level with this roster. Also- a coaches corner on packline defense: what it is, and why it could help UF. Listener questions follow (minute 25-55), with topics from recruiting to Florida's be...
Florida drops close one at LSU; No. 1 Baylor preview
January 22, 2020 05:18 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MBNeil W. Blackmon (Saturday down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country dot com) discuss Florida's narrow two point defeat Tuesday night in Baton Rouge. How Florida did enough on offense to win- but got lost defending LSU's guards and high slot ball screens. Plus, why offensive rebounding isn't mostly about "Effort" or "Trying hard" and really is often about spacing and sometimes- perimeter and help defense. We'll also break down the adjustments Florida made to come back, and talk referees an...
A great week for Florida: Gators rout Ole Miss and No. 4 Auburn
January 20, 2020 04:18 - 58 minutes - 53.2 MBNeil W. Blackmon (Saturday down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) on a fun week for basketball fans in Gainesville. First, the guys break down Florida's comfortable win over Ole Miss-- and why that Rebels defense is a tricky one to solve. Plus, how the Gators limited Ole Miss from deep, where the Rebs make their living. Second, Florida routs Auburn. How the Gators put on their most impressive defensive game of the season against a veteran Auburn team, why Omar Payne's emergence and the ...
Breaking down the Missouri debacle; Ole Miss preview
January 13, 2020 01:00 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBNeil W. Blackmon (Saturday down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) break down Florida's lopsided loss at Missouri. What happened? Was this about investment and effort? Was it about bad pick and roll defense? Abandoning ball-screen offense? All of the above? The guys get into what happened, and whether it can be corrected long-term. Plus, a coaches corner specifically on how Florida could fix its pick and roll defense. Next, the boys preview the Ole Miss game, a must win for Florida again...
South Carolina Road W; Mizzou preview
January 08, 2020 21:36 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MBThe guys break down Florida's road win at South Carolina and big-time performances from Andrew Nembhard, Omar Payne, Dontay Bassett and Keyontae Johnson. Plus, a coaches corner on why Florida's continued variations of ball screen offense -- and Andrew Nembhard's midrange game-- have really elevated this team offensively. Plus, a lengthy Missouri preview. Tigers are elite defensively, but where do they find the buckets? And why this is the type of game you have to win if you hope to hang a SEC...
Gators historic comeback over Alabama; South Carolina preview
January 05, 2020 22:58 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBNeil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) on Florida's school-record breaking comeback against Alabama. Breaking down: what went wrong in the first half (1-10); how Florida fought back (10-20); how patience keyed the offense (20-30) individual performances (30-45). Also a great set of listener questions on the final sequence of regulation. Finally, a South Carolina preview. Why this might be the strangest Frank Martin Gamecocks team yet, respect for Maik Kotsar,...
Long Beach State win, Alabama Preview, the Decade that was in Florida Basketball
December 30, 2019 00:43 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBThe guys break down Florida's dominant win over Long Beach State, and why the commitment to transition offense was encouraging. They also offer an extensive preview of Alabama, Florida's opponent in the SEC opener next Saturday. Finally, a fun conversation about the decade that was in Florida basketball, featuring favorite team, starting 5, sixth man and player of the decade choices. Happy New Year to all our listeners!
Florida falls to Utah State in Orange Bowl Classic
December 22, 2019 21:44 - 1 hour - 58 MBNeil W. Blackmon of Saturday Down South and Eric Fawcett of Gator Country.Com discuss Florida's 65-62 loss to Utah State in the Orange Bowl Classic. Why shot selection doomed Florida against Utah State, even on a day Florida defended at a high level. Why these types of losses- even to good basketball teams- are too commonplace in this program right now. Is inconsistency Florida's largest problem under Mike White? What makes Utah State so efficient on offense- and why Florida could use some of...
Utah State- quick Orange Bowl Classic Preview
December 20, 2019 23:51 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBNeil breaks down the talented Utah State Aggies, who are led by Sam Merrill, one of the best players in college basketball. The Aggies are also one of college basketball’s most unselfish offenses. A big time challenge for Florida Saturday!
Deep dive into Florida Offense; Providence Preview
December 15, 2019 23:04 - 1 hour - 78.1 MBThe guys dive deep into Florida's offense in 2019-- possession by possession, Eric Fawcett of Gator Country explains what has worked, what hasn't, what Florida should run more, what they should run less. Also discussed: the Mike White "we just need to make shots" and "our offense was better" press conference: why analytics show that's right, even if Florida has a long way to go on offense. Finally, a preview of a Providence team that has an All-American caliber player in Alpha Diallo, but has...
Butler manhandles Florida: What now? Addressing more offensive malaise
December 08, 2019 23:30 - 1 hour - 67.2 MBThe guys break down Florida's 76-62 loss at No. 24 Butler, what went wrong and why Florida's offense appears yet again stuck in the mud. Is it system? Are they running what is best for Florida's personnel? Plus, why there were rays of hope in the second half offensively, even as the Gators continued to struggle to make open shots. Also: a listener driven discussion of the program: where it is 30% of the way through year 5 under Mike White. Should staff changes be made? With an 8 million dolla...
Florida wins the Charleston Classic! Plus, Feast Week Fun
November 26, 2019 23:31 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBIt's FEAST WEEK and rivalry week, one of the best times of the year to be a college sports fan! Neil Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) break down Florida's win over Xavier to capture the Charleston Classic Championship. How did Florida turn things around in Charleston? Was it as simple as making shots? What's with the take the air out of the ball offense late in games? What we'd like Florida to do. Why the Gators struggled with the press, and how that problem ...
Gators advance to Charleston Classic Final; Xavier/UCONN preview
November 23, 2019 12:22 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MBNeil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) break down Florida's opening round win over St. Joseph's and semifinal victory over Miami at the Charleston Classic. What was encouraging about both games (1-10); Scottie Lewis, Ques Glover key win over Miami (10-20); It's nice when Kerry Blackshear Jr. isn't in foul trouble (20-25); Omar Payne is good at basketball (25-30); What's changed offensively- and why does Andrew Nembhard keep taking the ball inside (35-40); Xav...
UCONN Loss; Offensive Woes; Charleston Classic Preview
November 20, 2019 23:31 - 1 hour - 64.4 MBThe guys break down Florida's loss to UCONN (Minutes 1-20); Florida's offensive woes: is it shot selection? tempo? not making shots? all of the above? (20-40). Is there anything Florida does well at present? Was there anything to be encouraged by against UCONN ? (40-45) Plus, a preview of the St. Joe's game at the Charleston Classic, a look ahead to the next game against either Missouri State or Miami, and why the guys think this is a pivotal tournament for Florida and Mike White, even tho...
Disappointing Gators blasted at home by FSU- again
November 11, 2019 15:37 - 45 minutes - 41.2 MBThis was supposed to be the year Florida ended its bizarre, frustrating 5 game losing streak to Florida State in basketball. The Gators had the more talented roster, the All-America grad transfer, the top 10 recruiting class, and a sold out Exactech Arena behind them. This game should have been different. Instead, the game played out like the horror shows of the last 3 seasons, with FSU's length, elite athleticism and endless supply of bigs and wings overwhelming the Gators, breaking a tigh...
Florida opens with win over UNF; FSU preview with Curt Weiler, Tallahassee Democrat
November 07, 2019 20:36 - 1 hour - 74 MBNeil Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) break down Florida’s season opening win over UNF. (1-30). A recap of SEC hoops openers (30-40). Finally, a FSU preview, including an interview with Curt Weiler of the Tallahassee Democrat/Nole Sports.
Lynn Exhibition Wrap; Final Four & National predictions; UNF Preview
November 01, 2019 10:25 - 1 hour - 76.1 MBThe guys break down what they saw in Florida’s 89-71 exhibition win over Lynn University. Plus, Final Four predictions and a UNF preview. Plus, Eric breaks down his first trip to Gainesville.
SEC Media Day! Our SEC preseason ballots! Plus, closed scrimmage vs USF and more!
October 26, 2019 19:05 - 1 hour - 63.2 MBThe guys talk SEC Media Day, High expectations for the Gators and Neil’s preseason ballot. Also, a breakdown of Florida’s win over USF in a closed scrimmage. Finally, in our coaches corner segment: we break down Transition offense and talk offensive rebounding:
Niels Lane Commits! Is Florida done recruiting? Plus- national landscape discussion.
October 10, 2019 20:27 - 1 hour - 78.1 MBThe guys break down the Gators commitment of four star wing Niels Lane or Roselle Catholic. Are the Gators done with this class- at least for the fall? The guys break down that complicated question. Plus, a review or preseason basketball magazines and hot takes- and a never too early Charleston Classic preview
Basketball is Back! Media Wrap PLUS we talk recruiting and Florida’s Defensive Culture
October 04, 2019 20:43 - 1 hour - 70.2 MBThe excellent Jacquie Franciulli of Gators Territory joins the pod to talk UF Basketball Media Days, Nembhard and Locke as emerging leaders and the family feel around this basketball team. Eric Fawcett of Gator Country at minute 21 joins and we discuss Florida’s 2 commitments, the rest of the recruiting board and what to expect from this team’s bench. Plus, how Florida built a defensive culture and pick and roll coverages and defenses in our new coaching segment.