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In today's episode, recorded on December 23, 2024, I am joined by Riley Frain ( @rileyfrain ), who covers college basketball for Mid-Major Madness . We talk about how Riley got interested in sportswriting, his breakdown of Drexel and the Coastal Athletic Association (CAA), Saint Joseph's and the Atlantic 10 (A-10), and much, much more! Stories mentioned in podcast: Big 5 Weekly Roundup, December 1...

In today's episode, recorded on December 16, 2024, I am joined by David Szczepanski ( @WXVUDavidS ), the student sports director of WXVU Villanova radio. We talk about his budding sportscasting career and Villanova's chances in the Big East conference. Stories mentioned in podcast: -Big 5 Weekly Roundup, December 9–15 -Bracy Column: New Big 5 format is a success, but Hall of Fame recognition needs...

In today's episode, recorded on December 9, 2024, I am joined by former La Salle coach and newly minted Big 5 Hall of Famer Dr. John Giannini. In a wide-ranging interview, Giannini talks about how honored he is to be recognized by the Big 5; insight into his time at La Salle, particularly the Explorers' 2013 run to the NCAA Sweet 16; a breakdown of the six Big 5 teams; and suggestions on how to im...

In today's episode, recorded on December 1, 2024, I am joined by play-by-play broadcaster Matt Martucci ( @toochPXP ). Martucci is the radio voice of the Saint Joseph's University men's basketball team and television voice of The Basketball Tournament (TBT), in addition to other work. Martucci and analyst John Giannini will be the TV commentators for the Big 5 Classic on Saturday, December 7 at We...

n today's episode, recorded on November 25, 2024, I am joined by Jonathan Tannenwald ( @jtannenwald ), who covers soccer and basketball for the Philadelphia Inquirer. We talk soccer, the WNBA, and Big 5 basketball. Stories mentioned in podcast: -Big 5 Weekly Roundup: November 18–24 -Bracy Column: Villanova's rout of Penn a step in the right direction -Big 5 Hoops X Spaces Show: November 24, 2024 F...

In today's episode, recorded on November 18, 2024, I am joined by Josh Verlin ( @jmverlin ), who covers Philadelphia high school and college basketball for City of Basketball Love. We talk, as you'd expect, lots of Big 5 basketball! Stories mentioned in podcast: -Bracy Column on Derek Simpson dunk -Dan Baker review of my book -Big 5 weekly roundup Follow my coverage of the Big 5 on social media wi...

In today's special episode, recorded on Saturday, November 2, 2024, we preview Drexel's 2024-25 season as part of our Big 5 Season Preview Package. The schedule: Monday: Villanova; Tuesday: Temple; Wednesday: Saint Joseph's; Thursday: Penn; Friday: La Salle; Today: Drexel. Content on Big5Hoops.com for each school: Season Preview Story, Season Preview Capsule, Player Spotlight Story. -- Follow my c...

In today's special episode, recorded on Friday, November 1, 2024, we preview La Salle's 2024-25 season as part of our Big 5 Season Preview Package. The schedule: Monday: Villanova; Tuesday: Temple; Wednesday: Saint Joseph's; Thursday: Penn; Today: La Salle; Saturday: Drexel. Content on Big5Hoops.com for each school: Season Preview Story, Season Preview Capsule, Player Spotlight Story. -- Follow my...

In today's special episode, recorded on Thursday, October 31, 2024, we preview Penn's 2024-25 season as part of our Big 5 Season Preview Package. The schedule: Monday: Villanova; Tuesday: Temple; Wednesday: Saint Joseph's; Today: Penn; Friday: La Salle; Saturday: Drexel. Content on Big5Hoops.com for each school: Season Preview Story, Season Preview Capsule, Player Spotlight Story. -- Follow my cov...

In today's special episode, recorded on Tuesday, October 29, 2024,, we preview Saint Joseph's 2024-25 season as part of our Big 5 Season Preview Package. The schedule: Monday: Villanova; Tuesday: Temple; Today: Saint Joseph's; Thursday: Penn; Friday: La Salle; Saturday: Drexel. Content on Big5Hoops.com for each school: Season Preview Story, Season Preview Capsule, Player Spotlight Story. -- Follow...

In today's special episode, recorded on Monday, October 28, 2024, we preview Temple's 2024-25 season as part of our Big 5 Season Preview Package. The schedule: Monday: Villanova; Today: Temple; Wednesday: Saint Joseph's; Thursday: Penn; Friday: La Salle; Saturday: Drexel. Content on Big5Hoops.com for each school: Season Preview Story, Season Preview Capsule, Player Spotlight Story. -- Follow my co...

In today's special episode, recorded on Sunday, October 27, 2024, we preview Villanova's 2024-25 season as part of our Big 5 Season Preview Package. The schedule: Today: Villanova; Tuesday: Temple; Wednesday: Saint Joseph's; Thursday: Penn; Friday: La Salle; Saturday: Drexel. Content on Big5Hoops.com for each school: Season Preview Story, Season Preview Capsule, Player Spotlight Story. -- Follow m...

In today’s podcast, recorded on October 7, 2024, I recap a long but fun day at Atlantic 10 men’s and women’s basketball media day in Washington, D.C.

In today's episode, recorded on September 10, 2024, I am joined by #Villanova point guard Jhamir Brickus. The interview with Olivia begins at 13:13. I also talked #Eagles, #Phillies and provided an update on my book on 2003-04 Saint Joseph's. Follow my coverage of the Big 5 on social media with the hashtag #Big5Hoops, in addition to Big5Hoops.com . You can find me on IG/X/Threads ( @Aaron_Bracy )...

In today's episode, recorded on September 2, 2024, I am joined by Olivia Reiner ( @ReinerOlivia ), who covers the Philadelphia Eagles for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The interview with Olivia begins at 13:44. I also talked #Phillies and provided an update on my book on 2003-04 Saint Joseph's. Follow my coverage of the Big 5 on social media with the hashtag #Big5Hoops, in addition to Big5Hoops.com ....

In today's episode, recorded on August 27, 2024, and released on August 28, 2024, I am joined by La Salle men's basketball coach Fran Dunphy. Follow my coverage of the Big 5 on social media with the hashtag #Big5Hoops, in addition to Big5Hoops.com . You can find me on IG/X/Threads ( @Aaron_Bracy ) and in other places with this link . Also search for the hashtags #PhillySports, #0304stjoesbook and...

Preorder: https://big5hoops.com/asoaringseason/ -Title: A Soaring Season: The Incredible, Inspiring Story of the 2003-04 Saint Joseph's Hawks -Author: Aaron Bracy -Foreword: Joe Lunardi -Expected publication date: March 1, 2025 -Publisher: Brookline Books -Questions? Email: aaron@big5hoops.com #0304stjoesbook #aSoaringSeason

In today's episode, recorded on August 19, 2024, and released on August 20, 2024, I am joined by Adam Aaronson ( @SixersAdam ) of Philly Voice to talk #Phillies & #Sixers. I also provided an update on my 2003-04 Saint Joseph's book and talked #Eagles. Follow my coverage of the Big 5 on social media with the hashtag #Big5Hoops, in addition to Big5Hoops.com . You can find me on IG/X/Threads ( @A...

In today's episode, recorded on August 13, 2024, I am joined by my wife, Jeanne Bracy, who helped edit my book on 2003-04 Saint Joseph's. I also provided an update on the book and talked #Phillies & #Eagles. Follow my coverage of the Big 5 on social media with the hashtag #Big5Hoops, in addition to Big5Hoops.com . You can find me on IG/X/Threads ( @Aaron_Bracy ) and in other places with this l...

In today's episode, recorded on June 27,, 2024, I am joined by Villanova men's basketball coach Kyle Neptune to talk all things Wildcats. We discussed the 2023-24 season, the transfer portal and his expectations for 2024-25. I also provided an update on my 2003-04 Saint Joseph's book. Follow my coverage of the Big 5 on social media with the hashtag #Big5Hoops, in addition to Big5Hoops.com . You ca...

In today's episode, recorded on Friday, June 7,, 2024, I am joined by Delmarva Sports Network sports director Kayla Santiago. Follow Santiago on IG: @k_santiago1 to talk about journalism and her career.. I also discussed Big 5 Hoops and provided an update on my 2003-04 Saint Joseph's book. Follow my coverage of the Big 5 on social media with the hashtag #Big5Hoops, in addition to Big5Hoops.com . Y...

In today's episode, recorded on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, I am joined by Delaware News Journal Philadelphia Eagles beat writer Martin Frank. Follow Frank on X @mfranknfl . I also discussed the Phillies, Big 5 Hoops and provided an update on my 2003-04 Saint Joseph's book. Follow my coverage of the Big 5 on social media with the hashtag #Big5Hoops, in addition to Big5Hoops.com . You can find me on I...

In today's episode, recorded on Monday, June 3, 2024, I am joined by Philadelphia Inquirer 76ers beat writer Keith Pompey. Follow Pompey on IG/X @PompeyOnSixers . I also discussed the Phillies and provided an update on my 2003-04 Saint Joseph's book. Follow my coverage of the Big 5 on social media with the hashtag #Big5Hoops, in addition to Big5Hoops.com . You can find me on IG/X/Threads ( @Aaron_...

In today's episode, recorded on Friday, May 31, 2024, I am joined by Renee Washington of PHLY_Sports to talk about the Phillies and Union. Follow Washington on IG @reneepwashington . I also discussed the Eagles and provided an update on my 2003-04 Saint Joseph's book. Follow my coverage of the Big 5 on social media with the hashtag #Big5Hoops, in addition to Big5Hoops.com . You can find me on IG/X...

In today's episode, recorded on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, I am joined by Howard Megdal of The Next , The IX Newsletter and Locked on Women's Basketball to talk about Caitlin Clark, Dawn Staley and women's basketball. Follow Megdal on IG @howardmegdalwriter . I also discussed Eric Dixon's return to Villanova and MORE. Follow my coverage of the Big 5 on social media with the hashtag #Big5Hoops, in ad...