Marching to Madness
952 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 39 ratingsMarching to Madness covers the entire scope of college basketball. Hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross keep you up to date on all things college hoops. The podcast has featured interviews with numerous coaches and analysts around the country, including Bob Huggins, Roy Williams, Frank Martin, Bruce Pearl, Jim Larranaga, Josh Pastner, Kermit Davis, Pete Gillen, Gary Williams, and many more. It's a must-listen podcast for college basketball fans!
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Episode 478: Cal State Northridge assistant coach Jim Harrick
April 08, 2020 13:23 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Cal State Northridge assistant coach Jim Harrick. Topics of discussion include: how COVID-19 has forced the coaching staff to adapt, the continued excellence of Lamine Diane, reflecting on the Matadors' season, his 1995 UCLA Bruins who won the national championship, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience in sport...
Episode 477: Georgia State head coach Rob Lanier
April 06, 2020 16:04 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Georgia State head coach Rob Lanier. Topics of discussion include: how COVID-19 has affected the program, the success of the 3-ball in the offensive attack, all-Sun Belt Conference honors for Kane Williams and Justin Roberts, his point of view on the importance of college basketball in the American sports landscape, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Bl...
Episode 476: South Carolina head coach Frank Martin
April 02, 2020 12:43 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back South Carolina head coach Frank Martin. Topics of discussion include: how the Gamecocks are going about business within the program amid the cancellations due to coronavirus, A.J. Lawson's season, the duo of Justin Minaya and Keyshawn Bryant, the hard-nosed competition between his Kansas State Wildcats and Xavier in the Sweet 16, and much more! It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About t...
Episode 475: Stetson head coach Donnie Jones
March 30, 2020 18:56 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in Stetson head coach Donnie Jones. Topics of discussion include: how the coaching staff is navigating the unique offseason, Rob Perry's development, the Hatters' huge win at South Carolina, working with Dayton coach Anthony Grant, reflecting on winning national championships at Florida, and much more. It’s another episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience ...
Episode 474: Ole Miss head coach Kermit Davis
March 27, 2020 16:59 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Ole Miss head coach Kermit Davis. Topics of discussion include: how the staff is adjusting to the unique offseason, the potential changes to the NBA Draft process, Breein Tyree's impact on the program, looking ahead to next season, an update on Gray Spencer, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! To learn more about donations for Spencer and his family, visit the official GoF...
Episode 473: ETSU head coach Steve Forbes
March 25, 2020 14:00 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back East Tennessee State head coach Steve Forbes. Topics of discussion include: the Buccaneers' SoCon championship victory over Wofford, becoming the fourth team in SoCon history to win 30 games in a single season, the connectivity of the players on the team, the play of Isaiah Tisdale in the SoCon championship, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Love...
Episode 472: Arkansas head coach Eric Musselman
March 24, 2020 14:00 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Arkansas head coach Eric Musselman. Topics of discussion include: how the coaching staff is approaching the unique offseason, whether the potential changes to the NBA Draft could impact college basketball, reflecting on how things unfolded at the SEC Tournament, biggest takeaways from his first season on the job, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake...
Episode 471: The state of college basketball entering the offseason
March 23, 2020 16:29 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross discuss what's next for college basketball entering the offseason. Topics of discussion include: the cancellation of the NCAA Tournament, how the transfer portal is already active, why the uniqueness of the NBA Draft process could impact college basketball rosters, looking ahead to next season, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years of exp...
Episode 470: Hall of Fame coach Gary Williams
March 09, 2020 14:00 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Hall of Fame coach Gary Williams. Topics of discussion include: what needs to happen for Maryland to make a run in March, the depth of the Big Ten this season, the incredible parity in college basketball, what ingredients teams need to make it to the Final Four, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience in sports me...
Episode 469: USC head coach Andy Enfield
March 06, 2020 23:53 - 12 minutes - 11 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back USC head coach Andy Enfield. Topics of discussion include: the upcoming Senior Day for Nick Rakocevic and Jonah Matthews, the ever-encompassing presence of Onyeka Okongwu, the consistency of USC's defense throughout the season, Saturday's reinstallment of the Crosstown Rivalry vs. UCLA, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years o...
Episode 468: Southern Illinois head coach Bryan Mullins
March 05, 2020 16:25 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in Southern Illinois head coach Bryan Mullins. Topics of discussion include: likenesses and differences in the program between when he was a player and now as the Salukis' head coach, the play of freshmen Marcus Domask and Lance Jones, the leadership of Eric McGill in the backcourt, the spectra of Arch Madness in St. Louis, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: ...
Episode 467: ESPN analyst Mark Adams
March 04, 2020 18:16 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back ESPN college basketball analyst Mark Adams. Topics of discussion include: the parity across college basketball, the battle between Houston and Tulsa for first place in the American Athletic Conference, positioning of Cincinnati and Wichita State as March arrives, mid-majors who might make some noise, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has o...
Episode 466: Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl
February 28, 2020 14:00 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl. Topics of discussion include: the many ways Isaac Okoro affects Auburn as a freshman, the ability of Samir Doughty and J'Von McCormick to influence their will on games, the relentless play of Austin Wiley in the paint, legendary Auburn basketball coach Sonny Smith's recent election into the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching...
Episode 465: Yale head coach James Jones
February 27, 2020 22:16 - 9 minutes - 9.1 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in Yale head coach James Jones. Topics of discussion include: Jordan Bruner recording the first triple-double in Yale history, the high level play of Paul Atkinson this season, the challenges of the Ivy League, Friday's intriguing rematch against Penn, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience in sports media. His work h...
Episode 464: SEC Network analyst Dane Bradshaw
February 26, 2020 23:57 - 20 minutes - 19 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in SEC Network analyst Dane Bradshaw. Topics of discussion include: Auburn's victory against Ole Miss, how Bruce Pearl continues to push the Tigers forward, Immanuel Quickley making strides for Kentucky, LSU trying to improve its defense, the leaders for SEC individual awards, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience in...
Episode 463: New Mexico State head coach Chris Jans
February 22, 2020 18:04 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in New Mexico State head coach Chris Jans. Topics of discussion include: continuing the winning culture with the Aggies, the return of Trevelin Queen from injury, the spike in production from Jabari Rice, the use of experience inside of the roster when it comes to preparing for tournament play, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 year...
Episode 462: Florida State head coach Leonard Hamilton
February 21, 2020 16:38 - 10 minutes - 9.45 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Florida State head coach Leonard Hamilton. Topics of discussion include: keeping players sharp through the grind of February, the growth of freshman Patrick Williams, senior Trent Forrest's leadership throughout the season, the consistent play of the Seminoles' bench, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience in spo...
Episode 461: Western Kentucky head coach Rick Stansbury
February 19, 2020 19:22 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Western Kentucky head coach Rick Stansbury. Topics of discussion include: remaking the Hilltoppers with the loss of Charles Bassey, the team's confidence in posting 9 wins in its last 11 games, the continued rise of Taveion Hollingsworth at guard, freshman Jordan Rawls' ownership on the point, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 ...
Episode 460: San Francisco head coach Todd Golden
February 17, 2020 16:16 - 16 minutes - 14.7 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back San Francisco head coach Todd Golden. Topics of discussion include: Thursday night's 70-61 win at Santa Clara, regaining the Dons' 3-point acumen, the 3-guard perimeter and its dynamics, the consistent production of Jimbo Lull in the pivot, how the WCC continues to improve as a conference and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years...
Episode 459: Rhode Island head coach David Cox
February 11, 2020 14:00 - 10 minutes - 9.54 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Rhode Island head coach David Cox. Topics of discussion include: Tuesday night's Atlantic 10 showdown against Dayton, the impact of A-10 leading scorer Fats Russell, Cyril Langevine's stability in the paint, the versatility of the Rams' starting backcourt this season, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience in spo...
Episode 458: Colorado State head coach Niko Medved
February 10, 2020 15:56 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in Colorado State head coach Niko Medved. Topics of discussion include: the rise of Nico Carvacho into a Mountain West POY candidate this season, how freshman Isaiah Stevens is making an impact, what the Rams do to effectively incorporate their 3-point game, Tuesday night's rematch with Utah State, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 ...
Episode 457: Colorado head coach Tad Boyle
February 07, 2020 15:12 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Colorado head coach Tad Boyle. Topics of discussion include: the Buffaloes' efficiency on defense this season, how point guard McKinley Wright is improving his game, the completeness of Tyler Bey's skill set, how the team is utilizing its the 3-point attack, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience in sports media....
Episode 456: Hofstra head coach Joe Mihalich
February 06, 2020 15:23 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Hofstra head coach Joe Mihalich. Topics of discussion include: the Pride's recent win over William &Mary, how point guard Desure Buie is making an impact this season, the 3-point game once again being a key characteristic, a breakout season for big-man Isaac Kante, the upcoming matchup against Northeastern, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Love...
Episode 455: William & Mary head coach Dane Fischer
January 30, 2020 14:32 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome William & Mary head coach Dane Fischer. Topics of discussion include: the impressive frontcourt of 6-11 Nathan Knight and 7-1 Andy Van Vliet, how opponents try to defend this "Twin Towers" concept, the perimeter attack of Thornton Scott and Luke Loewe, the staff's offensive philosophies, biggest mentors in coaching, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake L...
Episode 454: Northern Iowa head coach Ben Jacobson
January 29, 2020 14:53 - 21 minutes - 19.2 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Northern Iowa head coach Ben Jacobson. Topics of discussion include: why the Panthers are one of the top shooting teams in the country, how MVC scoring leader AJ Green is so hard to guard, Austin Phyfe becoming a dominant player in the post, the staff's philosophy on player development, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years o...
Episode 453: Rutgers head coach Steve Pikiell
January 27, 2020 20:53 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in Rutgers head coach Steve Pikiell. Topics of discussion include: Rutgers' balance on offense, the growth of leading scorer Ron Harper, Jr., how Myles Johnson continues to make an impact in the paint, the journey of rebuilding the Scarlet Knights program into a top 25 team, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience in s...
Episode 452: Richmond head coach Chris Mooney
January 24, 2020 17:31 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome Richmond Spiders head coach Chris Mooney. Topics of discussion include: the Spiders' 75-57 win over LaSalle on Wednesday, how Grant Golden continues to showcase his versatility, the loss of leading scorer Blake Francis to injury, why the A-10 is taking a big step forward this season, the upcoming matchup against Dayton, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Bla...
Episode 451: ESPN analyst Dan Dakich
January 23, 2020 20:01 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome ESPN college basketball analyst Dan Dakich. Topics of discussion include: what has made the Big Ten so strong so far this season, solidifying factors for Michigan State, the struggles of Ohio State, Louisville's path after the win at Duke, the state of college basketball, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience in spor...
Episode 450: Coach Sonny Smith of the Auburn Radio Network
January 22, 2020 15:21 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back the legendary Sonny Smith of the Auburn Radio Network. Topics of discussion include: the Tigers' tough loss at Florida, reflecting on the team's 15-0 start this season, how Austin Wiley is handling the physicality in the paint, the excellent play of freshman Isaac Okoro, looking ahead to the matchup against South Carolina, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Host...
Episode 449: East Carolina head coach Joe Dooley
January 21, 2020 19:03 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back East Carolina head coach Joe Dooley. Topics of discussion include: the growth of Jayden Gardner, roster turnover which has equated to one of the nation's youngest teams, the play of freshmen Brandon Suggs and Tristen Newton, how the Pirates are preparing for the upcoming rematch with SMU, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years...
Episode 448: Marshall head coach Dan D'Antoni
January 17, 2020 18:20 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Marshall head coach Dan D'Antoni. Topics of discussion include: the growth on a Thundering Herd team that has no seniors, how Jarrod West and Taiveion Kinsey continue to showcase their leadership in the backcourt, the addition of Andrew Taylor to the roster, putting the "D" in D'Antoni, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years o...
Episode 447: CBS Sports Network analyst Pete Gillen
January 16, 2020 18:32 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back CBS Sports Network analyst Pete Gillen. Topics of discussion include: covering the Wichita State-UConn game with Steve Lappas, the excellence of unbeaten San Diego State, how Louisville's Chris Mack has become such a high-level coach, perspective on Providence and Xavier in the Big East, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years ...
Episode 446: Pacific head coach Damon Stoudamire
January 11, 2020 16:17 - 18 minutes - 17 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Pacific head coach Damon Stoudamire. Topics of discussion include: the Tigers' astounding four-overtime win over Saint Mary's, how Jahlil Tripp continues to make an impact after notching 39 points and 11 rebounds against the Gaels, Gary Chivichiyan's 3-point efficiency, the strength of the WCC, reflecting on the Toronto Raptors' NBA championship, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to M...
Episode 445: ETSU head coach Steve Forbes
January 10, 2020 14:41 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back East Tennessee State head coach Steve Forbes. Topics of discussion include: the Bucs' 64-57 win at UNC Greensboro on Wednesday, how the team has continued to showcase its offensive balance throughout the season, Bo Hodges' development, Tray Boyd's role as the consummate sixth man, expectations for the upcoming matchup against VMI, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About ...
Episode 444: FIU head coach Jeremy Ballard
January 09, 2020 14:47 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in FIU head coach Jeremy Ballard. Topics of discussion include: the fast-paced style of play that he employs with the Panthers, how Osasumwen Osaghae continues to be an effective rim protector, Devon Andrews' emergence as a key leader, using the 3-point shot in transition, biggest mentors in coaching, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over ...
Episode 443: Duquesne head coach Keith Dambrot
January 07, 2020 18:18 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Duquesne head coach Keith Dambrot. Topics of discussion include: takeaways from wins in the first two A-10 matchups against Saint Louis and Davidson, hitting the reset button for the conference openers after two losses, the recent play of Marcus Weathers and Michael Hughes, how Sincere Carry and Maceo Austin continue to make key contributions, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madn...
Episode 442: Coach Bob Cantu talks Gonzaga, Pac-12, and more
January 03, 2020 14:27 - 30 minutes - 28 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Coach Bob Cantu. Topics of discussion include: the re-emergence of the San Diego State Aztecs this season, how the Pac-12 landscape is shaping up as league play begins, the sustainability of Gonzaga, other teams that are standing out thus far, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience in sports media. His work has b...
Episode 441: Appalachian State head coach Dustin Kerns
January 02, 2020 14:39 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in Appalachian State head coach Dustin Kerns. Topics of discussion include: setting his culture in a slumbering program, the implementation of a sound defense, how Justin Forrest has emerged onto the national scene, the staff's philosophy in improving the Mountaineers' free throw shooting, biggest mentors in coaching, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake...
Episode 440: Delaware head coach Martin Ingelsby
December 20, 2019 14:56 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Delaware head coach Martin Ingelsby. Topics of discussion include: the sustainability of Nate Darling as a shooter, how Dylan Painter has emerged in the post, the impact of the Fightin' Blue Hens' shot selection and tempo, takeaways from the win over Delaware State and the close loss to Villanova, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over...
Episode 439: Marquette head coach Steve Wojciechowski
December 18, 2019 20:58 - 16 minutes - 15 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in Marquette head coach Steve Wojciechowski. Topics of discussion include: the team's commitment on the defensive end of the floor, how Markus Howard continues to be such an excellent scorer, the leadership skills of Sacar Anim, how Coach K has influenced his career both on and off the court, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years ...
Episode 438: Arkansas head coach Eric Musselman
December 17, 2019 15:15 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Arkansas head coach Eric Musselman. Topics of discussion include: Mason Jones' 41-point outburst in the win against Tulsa, the biggest takeaways from the team's 9-1 start, why the Razorbacks are currently rated ninth nationally in defensive efficiency, what the staff is focusing on during the off week, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has...
Episode 437: DePaul head coach Dave Leitao
December 16, 2019 15:48 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in DePaul head coach Dave Leitao. Topics of discussion include: the Blue Demons' great start this season, their commitment on the defensive end of the floor, the completeness of big man Paul Reed, Charlie Moore's development, building a vision for the DePaul program, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience in sports me...
Episode 436: Gonzaga assistant coach Tommy Lloyd
December 13, 2019 18:10 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Gonzaga assistant coach Tommy Lloyd. Topics of discussion include: the Bulldogs' 10-1 start this season, Killian Tillie's sense of urgency after an injury sidelined him last season, leading scorer Filip Petrusev's evolvement in the system, Saturday's epic showdown against Arizona, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years of expe...
Episode 435: George Mason head coach Dave Paulsen
December 11, 2019 20:52 - 17 minutes - 15.7 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back George Mason head coach Dave Paulsen. Topics of discussion include: the Patriots' 10-1 start, building confidence after the recent championship in the Cayman Islands Classic, the play of Javon Green and Jordan Miller in the backcourt, A.J. Wilson's excellent skill set, the strength of the Atlantic 10 this season, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake...
Episode 434: Virginia Tech associate head coach Chester Frazier
December 06, 2019 16:14 - 15 minutes - 14 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in Virginia Tech associate head coach Chester Frazier. Topics of discussion include: Virginia Tech's showing in the Maui Jim Maui Invitational, the impact of red-shirt freshman Landers Nolley, how true freshman Naheim Alleyne is already making an impact, the transition to a youthful roster, expectations for the matchup against Duke, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the...
Episode 433: Stephen F. Austin head coach Kyle Keller
December 03, 2019 14:39 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Stephen F. Austin head coach Kyle Keller. Topics of discussion include: reflecting on the huge win at Duke, how Kevon Harris' mental toughness continues to play a huge role, Nathan Bain's incredible journey, the Lumberjacks' impressive victory against Arkansas State, how the city has responded to the team's success, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Bl...
Episode 432: Georgia Tech head coach Josh Pastner
December 02, 2019 18:11 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Georgia Tech head coach Josh Pastner. Topics of discussion include: the Yellow Jackets' last-second loss to Arkansas, how Michael Devoe has been playing at a big-time level, the emergence of James Banks in the paint, how the ACC's 20-game schedule and scheduling the season openers with conference matchups affects teams, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: ...
Episode 431: SMU head coach Tim Jankovich
November 27, 2019 14:07 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back SMU head coach Tim Jankovich. Topics of discussion include: the Mustangs' impressive 5-0 start this season, Kendric Davis's 21-point debut in the victory against UNLV, the dynamics that Isiaha Mike brings to the rotation, continuing the defensive presence, the depth of the AAC, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experie...
Episode 430: Towson head coach Pat Skerry
November 26, 2019 19:04 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in Towson head coach Pat Skerry. Topics of discussion include: building the program into a contender, the experience of playing three games in four days in the Charleston Classic, Brian Fobbs' development, reasserting an offensive presence, Jason Gibson as a freshman point guard, biggest mentors in coaching, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell h...
Episode 429: Kansas State head coach Bruce Weber
November 22, 2019 16:03 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MBIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Kansas State head coach Bruce Weber. Topics of discussion include: the Wildcats' 4-0 start this season, the expanded roles of Xavier Snead and Cartier Diarra, continuing the signature defensive presence within the program, the upcoming Fort Myers Tip-Off matchup with Pitt, and much more. It’s another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience i...