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In today's episode, I am joined by Paul Knepper, author of Moses Malone: The Life of a Basketball Prophet (University of Nebraska Press). == Subscribe to my Bracy Sports Media newsletter on Substack. It's free! -- Order my first book, A Soaring Season: The Incredible, Inspiring Story of the 2003-04 Saint Joseph's Hawks (Brookline), at the below links: Amazon Big5Hoops Brookline -- Preorder my seco...

In today's episode, I am joined by Rich Hofmann to talk about Philadelphia sports and his new venture with The Broad Street Bulletin . That and more in Episode 62! -- You can order my first book, A Soaring Season: The Incredible, Inspiring Story of the 2003-04 Saint Joseph's Hawks (Brookline), at the below links: Amazon Big5Hoops Brookline -- My second book, Are You Kidding Me? The Incredible, Ins...

In today's episode, published on January 8, 2026, I assess the state of journalism with this week's news of the impending closing of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette . I also am joined by ESPN SportsCenter anchor Kevin Negandhi, who will receiver the Bill Campbell Award at the 121st Philadelphia Sports Writers Association Banquet on January 21, 2026, at the DoubleTree in Cherry Hill, N.J. Click HERE to...

In today's episode, published on December 26, 2025, I recap the situation with Saint Joseph's parting ways with star sophomore Deuce Jones one day after I covered the Hawks' 68-62 home loss to Coastal Carolina. I also discuss Villanova after the Wildcats' win over Seton Hall on Tuesday in their Big East opener and recap the 76ers' 114-106 home loss to the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday. Finally, I am jo...

In today's episode, recorded on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, I recap the 76ers' 115-105 win over Indiana on Friday, December 12, 2025, and their 120-117 loss at Atlanta on Sunday, December 14; Villanova's 79-61 win over Pitt on December 13; and Temple's 95-67 win over Saint Francis on December 14. I also am joined by Penn men's basketball coach Fran McCaffery to talk about his love of Philadelphia...

In today's episode, recorded on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, I recap the Big 5 Classic from Saturday, December 6, 2025. Hear from La Salle coach Darris Nichols; Saint Joseph's Deuce Jones and coach Steve Donahue; Jack Scheuer VGH (Very Good Hoops) Award winner Duke Brennan of Villanova; Big 5 Hall of Famers Dionte Christmas of Temple and Saint Joseph's Carlin Warley; and Mel Greenberg MVP Award winn...

In today's episode, recorded on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, I recap the Philadelphia 76ers' 144-103 loss to the Orlando Magic on Tuesday, November 25, including postgame audio from coach Nick Nurse, Tyrese Maxey, and Jared McCain. I also look back at Penn's wins over Saint Joseph's (November 17) and Drexel (November 21), the latter of which I covered for Big5Hoops.com. Hear from Penn coach Fran...

In today's episode, recorded on Monday, November 10, 2025, I recap the Philadelphia 76ers' 25-year anniversary theme weekend after covering Saturday's game against Toronto and Sunday's game versus Detroit. Hear #Sixers coach Nick Nurse and guard Tyrese Maxey's responses to my questions on the weekend. Also, I recap Saturday's Big 5 opening win by Saint Joseph's over Drexel that I covered on Saturd...

In today's episode, recorded on Monday, November 3, 2025, I recap opening night in the Big 5 with wins by Saint Joseph's and Drexel and an impressive performance by Villanova in a loss to BYU in Las Vegas. Hear from Saint Joseph's coach Steve Donahue and players Jaiden Glover-Toscano and Derek Simpson with the full postgame press conference and Villanova coach Kevin Willard and guard Bryce Lindsay...

In today's episode, recorded on Friday, October 31, 2025, I assess the chances of each Big 5 school (Drexel, La Salle, Penn, Temple, Saint Joseph's, Villanova) of making the NCAA tournament and ending a three-year drought in March Madness for the Big 5. I also play a clip of Allen Iverson talking about load management during his appearance at TLA in South Philly for his book promotion of Misunders...

In today's episode, recorded on Thursday, October 2, 2025, I recap Atlantic 10 Media Day from Tuesday, September 30 in Pittsburgh and play the press conferences of Saint Joseph's coach Steve Donahue and La Salle coach Darris Nichols. I share some takeaways on both press conferences as well as the Atlantic 10 schools' nonconference schedule in 2025-26 and reference my Atlantic 10 Media Day notebook...

In today's episode, recorded on Friday, September 12, 2025, I play the full recording of the introductory Zoom press conference of new Saint Joseph's coach Steve Donahue. I was not able to participate in the press conference and ask questions, but I did record it. Athletic director Jill Bodensteiner named Donahue as Billy Lange's successor on Wednesday after a wild day in which it was announced th...

In today's episode, recorded on Tuesday, August 19, 20215, I am joined by Mike Shute , president of the Philadelphia Sports Writers Association. I also give an update on my book project on Allen Iverson and the 2001 Philadelphia 76ers (#2001SixersBook) and discuss my trip to Citizens Bank Park as a fan for Monday's #Phillies-#Mariners game. -- You can order my book, A Soaring Season: The Incredibl...

In today's episode, recorded on Monday, August 4, 2025, I am joined by Ty Daubert of Phillies Nation to discuss all things #Phillies. -- You can order my book, A Soaring Season: The Incredible, Inspiring Story of the 2003-04 Saint Joseph's Hawks, at the below links: Amazon Big5Hoops Brookline -- -Follow my coverage of the Big 5 on social media with the hashtag #Big5Hoops, in addition to Big5Hoops....

In today's episode, recorded on Friday, July 4, 2025, I discuss the following: 1) A sequel to A Soaring Season? 2) NBA draft of Saint Joseph's Rasheer Fleming and Drexel's Amari Williams 3) Philadelphia 76ers' drafting of VJ Edgecombe of Baylor and Auburn's Johni Broome 4) Offseason update on La Salle and first-year coach Darris Nichols Cover art photo: La Salle Athletics -- Stories mentioned in t...

In today's episode, recorded on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, I discuss the Big 5 Transfer Portal and the college basketball transfer portal, in general. I also talk about the Phillies, Eagles, and my book, A Soaring Season: The Incredible, Inspiring Story of the 2003-04 Saint Joseph's Hawks (Brookline). You can order at the below links: Amazon Big5Hoops Brookline -- -Follow my coverage of the Big 5 on...

In today's episode, recorded on Monday, March 10, 2025, I previewed the conference tournaments for La Salle and Saint Joseph's (Atlantic 10), Temple (American), and Villanova (Big East). I also issued a challenge to the Big 5 after the six teams combined to go 93-89 (.511) overall and 48-57 (.457) in conference play during the regular season. Stories mentioned in this podcast: - On a historic nigh...

On today's episode, recorded on February 24, 2025, I am joined by retiring La Salle coach Fran Dunphy, who talks about the influences on his character, the Big 5, and what he will most miss about coaching. I also mentioned my coverage of the Philadelphia Catholic League semifinals and finals. Below are the links to my three stories: https://big5hoops.com/roman-catholic-and-father-judge-advance-to-...

La Salle coach Fran Dunphy joins us today on the Bracy Sports Media podcast, recorded on Monday, February 24, 2025, following his announcement to retire from coaching at the conclusion of the season. Dunphy is the Big 5's all-time leader in coaching victories, with 623 victories entering La Salle's game on Wednesday, February 26. He led Penn to 10 Ivy League titles in 17 seasons, finishing with a...

In today's episode, recorded on February 11, 2025, I talk about the Big 5, the Super Bowl, and give an update on my book, Stories mentioned in podcast: I talked about A Soaring Season: The Incredible, Inspiring Story of the 2003-04 Saint Joseph's Hawks a a recent episode of The Maza's Musings Podcast. Click HERE to listen on YouTube. -- Follow my coverage of the Big 5 on social media with the hash...

In today's episode, recorded on January 27, 2025, I talk about the Big 5, give an update on my book, and am joined by Zac Weiss (@ ZacharyMWeiss ) of Pittsburgh Sports Now to preview Wednesday's Saint Joseph's-Duquesne game. Stories mentioned in podcast: Strong play down stretch lifts La Salle past Rhode Island; plus, Sam Brown nets career-high 30 to led Penn; and Drexel wins, Temple loses -- Foll...

In today's episode, recorded on January 23, 2025, I am joined by former Phillies manager Charlie Manuel to talk about the 2008 World Series. I interviewed Manuel at the Philadelphia Sports Writers Association Banquet on January 16, 2025. In addition, I take a look at Saint Joseph's and Villanova, who both have big games on January 24, 2025. Stories mentioned in podcast: Saint Joseph’s struggles fr...

In today's episode, recorded on January 13, 2025, I touch on several Big topics in the Big 5, including Villanova's NCAA tournament chances, Saint Joseph's Atlantic 10 tournament chances, and an idea for how to get more students at Big 5 games. Stories mentioned in podcast: Aggressive mentality leads Saint Joseph’s to dominating victory over Loyola Chicago Big 5 Weekly Roundup, January 6-12: La Sa...

In today's episode, recorded on January 6, 2025, I am joined by David Malandra Jr., who covers Philadelphia sports for Sports Talk Philly. We talk about how David got interested in sportswriting, his breakdown of Temple and Villanova, and much, much more! Stories mentioned in podcast: Villanova is impressive in defeating DePaul and now faces big tests this week Big 5 Weekly Roundup, December 31-Ja...

In today's episode, recorded on December 30, 2024, I am joined by Atlantic 10 commissioner Bernadette McGlade. We talk about Bernadette's distinguished background in college athletics and key topics surrounding the Atlantic 10, including scheduling, expansion, and NCAA tournament bids. -- Follow my coverage of the Big 5 on social media with the hashtag #Big5Hoops, in addition to Big5Hoops.com . Yo...