Big East Energy Weekly

Welcome to Big East Energy Weekly! In this special off season podcast episode, we dive deep into the latest big east sports news following the closure of the transfer portal. We break down the portal rankings and identify the four Big East programs that emerged as winners, including two perennial top-20 teams and two unexpected contenders. This is a must-listen for all college basketball podcast f...

We sit down with expert Frederick Cannon to discuss the current state of the college basketball transfer portal. This conversation aims to provide clarity on the transfer portal, its complexities, and how it impacts player decisions. We also touch on the latest transfer portal news IN the Big East and around College Basketball as a whole. What it all means for teams navigating this new landscape....

The transfer portal is buzzing with activity, and we're breaking down all the latest in college basketball. Join us as we discuss the current state of the portal, what it means for teams like UConn, Villanova, St Johns and All Big East Men's Teams, and if it's truly good for ncaa basketball. We'll also dive into potential fixes or if this wild ride is just part of the fun in sports news. What are...

Join Casey and Mark Zanetto on Big East Energy Weekly as they break down the aftermath of UConn's advancement to the Final Four. We discuss the implications of the UConn Huskies' success and analyze the upcoming matchups in this exciting ncaa basketball tournament. This college basketball podcast covers all the major developments as UConn seeks their third title in four years and Seventh since 199...

Welcome to Big East Energy Weekly! In this episode, Mark is joined by special guest Paul Fritschner from the Rebound Rundown, filling in for Casey Matthews, who’s off on vacation. Together, they dive deep into the current state of the Big East, asking big questions like: Is this the year St. John’s overtakes UConn as the team to beat? Can anyone else sneak into NCAA tournament contention and shake...

In this episode of Big East Energy Weekly, host Casey Matthews sits down with Creighton legend Ryan Kalkbrenner to break down the highly anticipated "Pink Out" rivalry game against No. 2 UConn. They discuss the unique challenges of the UConn vs. Creighton rivalry, with Ryan reflecting on his intense battles against elite Huskies bigs like Adama Sanogo and Donovan Clingan. The conversation offers r...

Seton Hall was picked DEAD LAST in the Big East Men's Basketball hierarchy. Now they're 14-2 and 4-1 in conference play. UConn's coming to Newark. This is not a drill. St. John's just destroyed Creighton. Rick Pitino's squad is finally clicking after all that early-season doubt. And Georgetown? Ed Cooley's record through 82 games is now WORSE than Patrick Ewing's. The same Patrick Ewing everyone s...

The Big East gauntlet is officially underway! On this week’s episode of Big East Energy Weekly, we’re diving deep into a conference that finally feels like it’s trending in the right direction. We kick things off by breaking down the absolute thriller between Butler and Providence, where Finley Bizjack and Michael Ajayi—who we’re officially calling the "Charles Barkley incarnate"—led the Bulldogs...

Big East Energy Network Weekly is BACK and the conversation is heating up! 🔥 This week, hosts Mark Zanetto and Casey Matthews welcome the one and only John Fanta to the show! As a leading voice in college basketball, John dives deep into the biggest storylines, standout performances, and predictions shaping the Big East landscape. You won't want to miss his expert analysis and exclusive insights....

The initial NCAA NET rankings have dropped, and we are debunking the "Big East is dead" narrative by diving deep into the efficiency metrics. Mark and Casey break down why teams like Seton Hall and Villanova are climbing while addressing the panic surrounding Creighton and Marquette. We analyze the flaws in the current bracketology discourse, comparing the Big East's "basketball-first" culture aga...

Welcome back to Big East Energy Weekly — hosted this week by Mark Zanetto, Casey Matthews of Roll Jays, and Cap Meyer of the Roll Blob Podcast — all part of the Big East Energy Network. This week brought chaos across the conference: 🔥 Seton Hall shocks everyone with a breakout Maui performance 🔥 Butler looking like a legit NCAA Tournament team 🔥 Creighton expectations — fair concern or overreac...

The Big East Energy Weekly crew — Mark Zanetto and Casey Matthews — dive straight into the panic meters across the conference. Are DePaul, Xavier, Marquette, and Creighton fan bases overreacting… or is it actually time to worry? We break down what’s real, what’s noise, and what absolutely needs fixing before league play. Plus — a massive UConn vs BYU showdown is on deck, and we hit the keys, story...

On this week’s episode of Big East Energy Weekly, Mark Zanetto is joined by Bryan DeNovellis of Tri-State College Basketball to break down two of the most fascinating storylines in the league:— Rick Pitino’s St. John’s getting exposed by Alabama,— and Seton Hall quietly building momentum under Shaheen Holloway. They discuss where the Johnnies really stand, whether the “no point guard” experiment c...

Opening night in college basketball brought plenty of fireworks — and a few wake-up calls. On this week’s episode of Big East Energy Weekly, hosts Mark Zanetto and Casey Matthews of Roll Jays break down what Villanova’s 71-66 loss to BYU really means for the Wildcats and how Kevin Willard’s debut started with more questions than answers. Mark calls it a tough pill to swallow, while Casey brings pe...

Don't forget to Like and subscribe to @BigEastEnergyNetwork Follow us on all our Social Media platforms College basketball season officially begins next week! On this episode of Big East Energy Weekly hosts Mark and Casey dissect the biggest takeaways from the recent NCAA preseason. They give you the coach's perspective on what actually matters during these early matchups: testing concepts, settin...

Don't forget to Like and subscribe to @BigEastEnergyNetwork Follow us on all our Social Media platforms The Big East Energy Network team shares their experiences at the Big East Conference's Media Day, diving into compelling NCAA and college basketball stories. They also touch on their travel experiences and provide a glimpse into the excitement surrounding UConn basketball. The Preseason Polls, i...

New York Times put out their Big East Preseason Rankings, how bad were they? We dive deep into the rankings and debate if St. John's deserves the top spot over UConn, and why Creighton is still severely underrated despite massive transfer portal pickups. We challenge the ranking of Marquette at #4, arguing that a lack of transfer portal use could be their downfall, especially when compared to othe...

It’s not just rankings—it’s a Ryder Cup-style coaching clash! On this episode of Big East Energy Weekly, we pit Matt Janus and Bryan Webster against each other in a head-to-head format inspired by the legendary golf showdown. The final matchup features two legends--Rick Pitino against Dan Hurley! Who won the coaches draft? Which coach is the icon? Leave your vote in the comments below! 🏀 Ryder Cu...

Big East recruiting is heating up! Mark Zanetto and Casey Matthews break down the latest storylines across the league: Providence is chasing 5-star SG Caleb Holt (a major long shot) but has the inside track on 5-star big man Abdou Toure, Providence also loses 4-star Ryan Moesch to Siena under new head coach Gerry McNamara, and Xavier lands a huge pledge from Kalek House. We give a full player brea...

Don't forget to like and subscribe to , @BigEastEnergyNetwork make sure you’re following us on X (Twitter) — @BigEastEnergy — for all the latest updates, clips, and conversations around Big East hoops and beyond. Thanks for riding with us — we’ll be back with more Big East Energy real soon.” On the eve of the Big East schedule release, hosts Mark Zanetto and Casey Matthews break down the biggest s...

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Is the Big East still a power conference? This episode of Big East Energy Weekly analyzes whether the Big East is still a power conference, with hosts Mark Sennetto and Casey Matthews debating recent changes and sharing opinions. They dive into the nuances of college basketball and the Big East's place in the college basketball landscape. Who's your top ranking for coaches in the Big East? Is it P...

Here's a look at Big East Energy Weekly's episode, where hosts Roosevelt Jones, Mark Zanetto, and Casey Matthews discuss the upcoming basketball season. They highlighted top clutch players and previewed key non-conference matchups in the Big 12 and ACC. Don't forget to check out more content on the Big East Energy Network! Is your squad built for March? Find out here! Click the link to make sure y...

College basketball analyst Ryan Hammer joins Big East Energy Weekly to break down the state of the Big East Conference. We dive into coaching rankings, roster strategies, and the future of Big East hoops. From UConn’s championship blueprint to St. John’s and Pitino’s rebuild, plus Creighton, Marquette, and surprise teams that could shake up the league—Ryan gives his insights, hot takes, and bold p...

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