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Marching to Madness

947 episodes - English - Latest episode: 14 days ago - ★★★★★ - 39 ratings

Marching 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 674: Kansas State coach Bruce Weber

August 27, 2021 13:24 - 22 minutes - 16.7 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Kansas State head coach Bruce Weber. Topics of discussion include: Going 4-2 to finish the season Nigel Pack is back on the point after a solid freshman season Davion Bradford's presence in the middle Selton Miguel's role after starting 22 of 29 games as a frshman ... And much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on Th...

Episode 673: Tennessee head coach Rick Barnes

August 25, 2021 12:09 - 21 minutes - 16.1 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in Tennessee head coach Rick Barnes. Topics of discussion include: Return of John Fulkerson as a sixth-year player Discussing the expectations for Victor Bailey, Jr. Versatility on the perimeter Additions in the post to join Fulkerson and Uros Plavsic ... And much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, ...

Episode 672: San Francisco head coach Todd Golden

August 23, 2021 21:58 - 16 minutes - 13.9 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back San Francisco head coach Todd Golden. Topics of discussion include: Excitement around returns of veterans Khalil Shabazz and Jamaree Bouyea in the backcourt Using the posts with Josh Kunen and Dzmitry Ryuny The size and length of this team Former Don Nate Renfroe playing in the NBA Summer League with the Spurs About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His wo...

Episode 671: Pitt head coach Jeff Capel

August 20, 2021 16:24 - 22 minutes - 16.6 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Pitt head coach Jeff Capel. Topics of discussion include: Potential for Justin Champagnie as he signed a two-way deal with the Raptors Backcourt addition of Jamarius Burton to Femi Odukale and Nike Sibande Developing the post game with depth Thoughts on Coach K's last season at Duke Much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been fea...

Episode 670: North Florida head coach Matthew Driscoll

August 18, 2021 17:34 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back North Florida head coach Matthew Driscoll. Topics of discussion include: Thoughts on his team luncheon which was Tuesday The scheduling gauntlet for November Jose Placer and Carter Hendrickson in the backcourt Expansion for the A-Sun ... And much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports...

Episode 669: Stanford head coach Jerod Haase

August 13, 2021 17:03 - 14 minutes - 11.4 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Stanford head coach Jerod Haase. Topics of discussion include: Thoughts on Ziaire Williams going to the Grizzlies with the tenth pick of the NBA Draft Expectations for Jaiden Delaire, who will be a key producer and leader Spencer Jones' shot versatility Adding another 5-star performer in Harrison Ingram ... And much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports...

Episode 668: Pepperdine head coach Lorenzo Romar

August 11, 2021 18:02 - 18 minutes - 14 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Pepperdine head coach Lorenzo Romar. Topics of discussion include: Kessler Edwards being picked on the second round by the Nets The versatility of big man Jan Zidek The impact of Jadé Smith's defense A solid point guard position with Darryl Polk, Jr. and freshman Mike Mitchell ... And much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been f...

Episode 667: Houston head coach Kelvin Sampson

August 09, 2021 13:00 - 23 minutes - 17.2 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Houston head coach Kelvin Sampson. Topics of discussion include: The Cougars' Final Four season The culture of family within the program The depth in the backcourt led by Marcus Sasser The Cougars' place within the culture of the Houston sports scene ... And much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Tim...

Episode 665: Colorado State head coach Niko Medved

August 06, 2021 13:00 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Colorado State head coach Niko Medved. Topics of discussion include: The Rams' use of yoga this summer David Roddy's return Isaiah Stevens' and the thriving 3-Ball in Fort Collins Coach Medved's offensive philosophy ... And much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports, Blue Ribbon Coll...

Episode 664: VCU head coach Mike Rhoades

August 02, 2021 17:38 - 17 minutes - 13.9 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back VCU head coach Mike Rhoades. Topics of discussion include: "Bones" Hyland as an NBA draftee The injury to dynamic point guard "Ace" Baldwin Additional responsibilities for leading returning scorer Vince Williams Losing the NCAA Tournament opener via COVID-19 protocols ... And much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured o...

Episode 663: South Dakota head coach Todd Lee

July 30, 2021 12:51 - 25 minutes - 20.7 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in South Dakota head coach Todd Lee. Topics of discussion include: A.J. Plitzuweit's injury Three-point shooters in Xavier Fuller and Mason Archambault Tasos Kamateros and his contributions to the Coyotes Coach Lee's three-point philosophy ... And much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sport...

Episode 662: LSU head coach Will Wade

July 28, 2021 16:43 - 15 minutes - 12.4 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back LSU head coach Will Wade. Topics of discussion include: Return of Darius Days for his senior year A new backcourt featuring Missouri transfer Xavier Pinson and Adam Miller, who comes over from Illinois The addition of 5-star center Efton Reid Adding freshman scorer Brandon Murray ... And much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has bee...

Episode 661: Arkansas head coach Eric Musselman

July 26, 2021 13:35 - 22 minutes - 16.4 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Arkansas head coach Eric Musselman. Topics of discussion include: Return of Devo Davis and JD Notae to the backcourt KK Robinson's rehabilitation from his foot surgery A stellar transfer class Coach Muss and Ken realize they are both lifelong Raiders fans ... And much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New Yo...

Episode 660: Miami head coach Jim Larranaga

July 23, 2021 15:23 - 24 minutes - 18.2 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Miami head coach Jim Larranaga. Topics of discussion include: The return of Isaiah Wong and Kam McGusty from the NBA Draft process Charlie Moore as an addition on the point Sam Waardenburg's return from injury The rise of Anthony Walker in the pivot ... And much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Time...

Episode 659: South Florida head coach Brian Gregory

July 22, 2021 12:49 - 18 minutes - 14.5 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back South Florida head coach Brian Gregory. Topics of discussion include: Personnel breakdown amid roster changes Talented point guard Caleb Murphy's expectations Progress of holdovers Russell Tchewa and Jamir Chapin Potential for transfers Javon Green and Corey Walker, Jr. ... And much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured...

Episode 658: West Virginia head coach Bob Huggins

July 20, 2021 17:08 - 17 minutes - 10.7 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back West Virginia head coach Bob Huggins Topics of discussion include: Return of Sean McNiel and Taz Sherman and the loss fo Derek Culver and Deuce McBride to the NBA Draft Kedrian Johnson and ODU transfer Malik Curry in the backcourt Coach Huggins' takes on the state of college basketball "Best Virginia" as a TBT entrant ... And much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of exper...

Episode 657: SMU head coach Tim Jankovich

July 19, 2021 13:11 - 18 minutes - 15.2 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back SMU head coach Tim Jankovich. Topics of discussion include: Return of Kendric Smith as the cornerstone of the team from the NBA Draft process Emmanuel Bandomel's effects on this year's Mustangs New additions to the SMU team from both the transfer portal and high school Effects of the transfer portal on high school recruits ...And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of ex...

Episode 656: Tulsa head coach Frank Haith

July 16, 2021 13:00 - 18 minutes - 14 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Tulsa head coach Frank Haith. Topics of discussion include: Communication with players amid the transfer portal Return of Rey Idowu and Darien Jackson in the paint The impact of the return of the top two three-point producers in Keyshawn Embrey-Simpson and Curtis Heyward, II. Personal touches on the Suns-Bucks matchup in the NBA FInals ...And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 1...

Episode 655: Duquesne head coach Keith Dambrot

July 14, 2021 13:28 - 14 minutes - 10.9 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Duquesne head coach Keith Dambrot. Topics of discussion include: How the Dukes used the transfer portal to their advantage with so many losses The impact of shooter Rodney Gunn, Jr. Moving into a revamped UMPC Cooper Field House New additions and expectations ...And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New Y...

Episode 654: Ole Miss head coach Kermit Davis

July 12, 2021 13:23 - 13 minutes - 10.2 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Ole Miss head coach Kermit Davis. Topics of discussion include: Jarkel Joiner's rise into an essential part of the 2021-22 team The transfer portal for the Rebels 4-star recruits in Deshun Ruffin and James White Thoughts on NIL ...And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports, Blue R...

Episode 653: Wake Forest head coach Steve Forbes

July 09, 2021 13:02 - 21 minutes - 16.3 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Wake Forest head coach Steve Forbes. Topics of discussion include: Importance of how to use the transfer portal Returning Davien Williamson and Carter Whitt in the backcourt Impactful player in Isaiah Mucius New additions to the team via the portal and through high school ...And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured...

Episode 652: Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl

July 07, 2021 20:52 - 21 minutes - 15.6 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl. Topics of discussion include: How Sharife Cooper and JT Thor translate to the NBA Draft The  impactful qualities of Allen Flanigan and the core of returnees Adding a Top 5 recruit in Jabari Smith, Jr. Auburn's heralded group of transfers ...And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on ...

Episode 651: CSUN assistant coach Jim Harrick

July 02, 2021 14:44 - 20 minutes - 14.6 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back CSUN assistant coach Jim Harrick. Topics of discussion include: The Matadors and how they handled they handled the pandemic T.J. Starks as a next level player How CSUN has been affected by transfers in the past couple of seasons A look at the NBA Playoffs  Much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times,...

Episode 650: Missouri head coach Cuonzo Martin

June 30, 2021 15:10 - 13 minutes - 11 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Missouri head coach Cuonzo Martin. Topics of discussion include: Restructuring a roster that returns only three players How Kobe Brown and Javon Pickett are moving forward as returnees Adding shooters such as Jarron Coleman and Amari Davis through the transfer portal Thoughts on Name, Image and Likeness Much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. H...

Episode 649: UCLA head coach Mick Cronin

June 28, 2021 12:25 - 20 minutes - 13 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back UCLA head coach Mick Cronin. Topics of discussion include: The Bruins' run to the Final Four Shaping up the 2021-22 roster ... And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports, Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook, Rivals, Scout.com, Time Warner Cable, and many more. He covers national c...

Episode 648: Stephen F. Austin head coach Kyle Keller

June 24, 2021 13:06 - 14 minutes - 12.3 MB

In 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: The Lumberjacks' move to the WAC Gavin Kensmil's impact on the team The return of Roti Ware and David Kachelries to the three-point game Coaching staff changes ... And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports, B...

Episode 647: Fairleigh Dickinson head coach Greg Herenda

June 22, 2021 11:58 - 25 minutes - 18.2 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Fairleigh Dickinson head coach Greg Herenda. Topics of discussion include: Thoughts on the interworkings of the transfer portal Return of Brandon Rush Creating a basketball family at FDU Effects of NIL ... And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports, Blue Ribbon College Basketball ...

Episode 646: Washington head coach Mike Hopkins

June 18, 2021 14:32 - 18 minutes - 14.7 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Washington head coach Mike Hopkins. Topics of discussion include: How to rebuild after a tough 5-21 covid season in '20-21 Jamal Bey and Nate Roberts as leaders A talented in coming group of Huskies The additions of Wyking Jones and Quincy Poindexter to the coaching staff ... And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been feature...

Episode 645: Hofstra head coach Speedy Claxton

June 16, 2021 12:55 - 13 minutes - 10.3 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in Hofstra head coach Speedy Claxton. Topics of discussion include: Taking over the program after working along side Joe Mihalich for seven seasons The brilliance of leading scorer Jalen Ray Continuing the growth of point guard Caleb Burgess His ideas on the never ending transfer portal Much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been fea...

Episode 644: UNC Greensboro head coach Mike Jones

June 14, 2021 13:15 - 18 minutes - 13.5 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back UNC Greensboro head coach Mike Jones. Topics of discussion include: A scenario of transition at UNC Greensboro Keyshaun Langley's combination of leadership and skill Effects of the transfer portal Philosophy on the NIL ... And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports, Blue Ribbon Co...

Episode 643: Baylor head coach Scott Drew

June 10, 2021 12:18 - 18 minutes - 14.1 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Baylor head coach Scott Drew. Topics of discussion include: Discussion of the reaches of the Bears' national championship Sacrifices of a great backcourt of Jared Butler, MaCio Teague and Davion Mitchell Growth of big men Jonathan Tchamwa Tchatchoua and Flo Thamba Thoughts on the NIL as it becomes a reality ... And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in spo...

Episode 642: San Diego head coach Sam Scholl

June 01, 2021 13:29 - 15 minutes - 12.7 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back San Diego head coach Sam Scholl. Topics of discussion include: Logging 23 years in the WCC alone Daily operations with only getting to play 14 games during the pandemic Returning Joey Calcaterra and Josh Parrish Transfers from power conference schools Much more!   About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, A...

Episode 641: Virginia Tech head coach Mike Young

May 26, 2021 13:56 - 21 minutes - 16.1 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Virginia Tech head coach Mike Young. Topics of discussion include: The resiliency of the program through COVID-19 last season Hiring DeMatha's Mike Jones as his associate head coach the development of Keve Aluma into a solid big man the next step for sharp-shooter Nahiem Alleyne ..... And much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has be...

Episode 640: New Mexico head coach Richard Pitino

May 24, 2021 18:08 - 17 minutes - 13.3 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in New Mexico head coach Richard Pitino. Topics of discussion include: Why New Mexico made sense as a destination Changing the culture of the Lobos program The entrance of 7 new players into the program Navigation of the transfer portal ..... And much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports...

Episode 639: Austin Peay head coach Nate James

May 21, 2021 13:44 - 16 minutes - 10.4 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in Austin Peay head coach Nate James. Topics of discussion include: How the APSU job piqued his interest Playing and coaching under Mike Krzyzewski at Duke Returning Mike Peake and Carlos Paez Thoughts on the transfer portal ..... And much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports, Blue Ribbo...

Episode 638: Southern Utah head coach Todd Simon

May 14, 2021 15:01 - 17 minutes - 10.2 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in Southern Utah head coach Todd Simon. Topics of discussion include: Building the Thunderbirds into a major presence in the Big Sky The point where the T-Birds' started the upward move Tevian Jones as a catalyst Thoughts on the transfer portal Much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports, B...

Episode 637: South Carolina head coach Frank Martin

May 12, 2021 13:14 - 25 minutes - 14.7 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back South Carolina head coach Frank Martin. Topics of discussion include: The Gamecocks' additions via the transfer portal Getting information via the NBA Draft process College basketball rules committee thoughts Comments on how he felt he was responsible for the team's 6-15 record amid the pandemic ... And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. H...

Episode 636: DePaul head coach Tony Stubblefield

May 10, 2021 15:04 - 17 minutes - 10.5 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in DePaul head coach Tony Stubblefield. Topics of discussion include: 11 years as Dana Altman's assistant at Oregon Creating a culture at DePaul Offensive and defensive philosophies The return of Javon Freeman-Liberty ... And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports, Blue Ribbon College ...

Episode 635: Oral Roberts head coach Paul Mills

May 06, 2021 13:09 - 17 minutes - 10.9 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in Oral Roberts head coach Paul Mills. Topics of discussion include: Perspective on the Golden Eagles' run to the Sweet 16 The evolvement of ball screens using sharpshooters Max Abmas and Kevin Obanor  How Baylor's Scott Drew influenced his career Thinking ahead to the '21-22 season ... And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been f...

Episode 634: Delaware head coach Martin Ingelsby

May 03, 2021 13:00 - 15 minutes - 9.85 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Delaware head coach Martin Ingelsby. Topics of discussion include: losing the entire month of February to COVID-19 the presence of the fluidity of transfer portal returning Ryan Allen, Kevin Anderson and Dylan Painter signing Jameer Nelson, Jr. ... And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Ath...

Episode 633: Chipola JC head coach Donnie Tyndall

April 30, 2021 04:36 - 19 minutes - 11.9 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Chipola JC head coach Donnie Tyndall. Topics of discussion include: the Indians' run to the Final Four in the NJCAA Tournament similarities and differences in working D-1, NBA G-League and at the JC level effects of the transfer portal Players now in the NBA that he developed About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New Yor...

Episode 632: Utah head coach Craig Smith

April 28, 2021 12:49 - 21 minutes - 12.6 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Utah head coach Craig Smith. Topics of discussion include: His transition from Utah State to Utah Workouts with his new team Style of play The wiles of the transfer portal ... And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports, Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook, Rivals, Scout.com, T...

Episode 631: Coach Tom Penders

April 19, 2021 13:45 - 1 hour - 35.3 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in coach Tom Penders. Topics of discussion include: His upcoming inductions into the University of Texas Hall of Honor and the College Basketball Hall of Fame in the fall Thoughts on Chris Beard, who was his student assistant coach, taking over the Longhorns A myriad of success with the Longhorns Why Houston was such a tough rebuild ... And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years...

Episode 630: Albany head coach Dwayne Killings

April 15, 2021 13:15 - 15 minutes - 9.71 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in Albany head coach Dwayne Killings. Topics of discussion include: How Coach Killings and Albany came together Putting together the coaching staff Activating the transfer portal Style of play for the Great Danes ... And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports, Blue Ribbon College Baske...

Episode 629: North Texas head coach Grant McCasland

April 12, 2021 13:56 - 16 minutes - 10.1 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back North Texas head coach Grant McCasland. Topics of discussion include: Winning the CUSA Tournament in dramatic fashion The 78-69 NCAA Tournament win over Purdue The leadership of senior point guard Javion Hamlet Baylor's national championship win over Gonzaga Much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times...

Episode 628: North Florida head coach Matthew Driscoll

April 08, 2021 13:43 - 22 minutes - 13.1 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back North Florida head coach Matthew Driscoll. Topics of discussion include: Baylor's path to a national championship How the Bears were able to defeat Gonzaga Analysis of the key parts of the win The way Baylor as been built in Drew's 18 years Much more   Be sure to subscribe to the Marching to Madness on iTunes so you never miss a single episode. About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 ye...

Episode 627: Long Beach State head coach Dan Monson

April 06, 2021 12:57 - 21 minutes - 13.1 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Long Beach State head coach Dan Monson. Topics of discussion include: How The Beach has battled the pandemic The navigation of the NCAA Tournament Jadon Jones and Joe Hampton as leaders Thoughts on Gonzaga's monumental season                    .... and much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, At...

Episode 626: Portland head coach Shantay Legans

April 02, 2021 18:39 - 21 minutes - 12.8 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back new Portland head coach Shantay Legans. Topics of discussion include: His last season at Eastern Washington which ended in a second NCAA appearance in four years The transition from EWU to Portland Plans for building a solid program at Portland Thoughts on playing in the WCC with Gonzaga                                                                                                                 ...

Episode 625: CBS Sports analyst Steve Lavin

April 01, 2021 12:48 - 21 minutes - 12.9 MB

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back CBS And Fox Sports college basketball analyst Steve Lavin. Topics of discussion include: The surprising UCLA Bruins How the Bruins got to the Final Four The prowess of Gonzaga Takes on the upcoming Final Four … and much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports, Blue Ribbon College Basket...

Episode 624: Georgia Tech head coach Josh Pastner

March 24, 2021 20:53 - 12 minutes - 7.61 MB

In 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' ACC Tournament championship and NCAA berth Post-season Superlatives for Moses Wright, Michael Devoe and Jose Alvarado The NCAA Tournament loss to Loyola Chicago ACC entrants Florida State and Syracuse in the Sweet 16 … and much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports me...

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