Five Arms and A Lucky Fin - Weekly Sports Podcast

Send us Fan Mail We are talking UCF taking on WVU, alongside prominent games like Georgia facing Mississippi State and the highly anticipated West Coast Granddaddy of them all, UCLA and USC. We check back for updates on the midweek game and to highlight the standout players of the week, including the five arms and big ballers who have made a significant impact in recent performances. Support the s...

Send us Fan Mail The Final Four is here—and we’re breaking it ALL down. In this episode, we dive into:  Final Four matchups and key storylines   Our official picks to win it all   X-factors that will decide each game   Upset potential and sleeper performances   Championship predictions you NEED before tip-off  If you’re looking for sharp March Madness analysis, bold predictions, and winning insigh...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we dive into the intense competition of the ACC, specifically highlighting Georgia Tech's performance. We also discuss some unexpected outcomes in the SEC, focusing on Ruger Riojas’ impressive pitching performance against Oklahoma. Additionally, we take a look ahead at early predictions for the Top 16 teams that are contenders to host a regional, offering ins...

Send us Fan Mail The Sweet 16 is HERE and the path to the Final Four is getting real. We break down every matchup, who’s moving on, and whose season is coming to an end. From dominant performances to potential upsets, we dive into the biggest storylines, key players, and must-watch games that will decide who survives and who goes home. Who’s built for March? Who’s about to get exposed? And which t...

Send us Fan Mail March Madness is already delivering ALL-TIME moments 🤯 We break down the first and second rounds of the NCAA Tournament — from shocking upsets and Cinderella runs to buzzer beaters and controversial calls. 🏀 What we cover:  Biggest upsets of the tournament   Players going OFF on the biggest stage   Wild finishes and clutch moments   Coaching decisions that changed games   Early...

Send us Fan Mail In our first college baseball episode, we talked about Paul Mainieri getting fired from South Carolina, just two weeks into his second season and right in the middle of conference play. Alabama is staying focused on their game and not letting stare-downs and trash talk throw them off. When it comes to comparing the SEC and ACC, the ACC is really looking strong this season. Don’t m...

Send us Fan Mail Purdue Fort Wayne Men’s Basketball Head Coach Jon Coffman joins Five Arms and a Lucky Fin for a deep dive into what it takes to build a winning mid-major program. Coach Coffman shares insight on developing a player-first culture, sustaining success, and what separates great teams in today’s college basketball landscape. From recruiting and leadership to big wins over programs like...

Send us Fan Mail It’s March Madness time , and we’re breaking down the entire NCAA Tournament bracket . In this episode of Five Arms and a Lucky Fin , we preview every matchup, discuss the play-in games , and debate which teams you can actually trust when filling out your bracket. We dive into potential Cinderella teams, upset picks, tournament sleepers, and Final Four contenders while analyzing t...

Send us Fan Mail In this BS Talk segment, we dive into the growing buzz around the World Baseball Classic and break down the chaos of NFL Free Agency. From international baseball excitement to the biggest moves, overreactions, and surprises in the NFL, we give our raw takes on what’s real and what’s just noise. Is the World Baseball Classic becoming one of the best events in sports? Which NFL team...

Send us Fan Mail Conference Tournament week is here — and this is where March Madness really starts. In this episode we break down: • The bubble teams fighting for their tournament lives • Sleepers who could steal bids and bust brackets • The conferences most likely to produce upsets and chaos • Teams heating up at the perfect time heading into March This is the week that decides everything before...

Send us Fan Mail Indiana just completed one of the most historic turnarounds in college football history. From one of the losingest programs in the sport to 27–2 in two seasons and a 16–0 National Championship finish , the Hoosiers’ rise to the top has been unbelievable. We break down Indiana’s championship season, the defining moments that led to the natty, how this rebuild happened so fast, and...

Send us Fan Mail It’s a full BS Talk segment this week. We get into the never-ending GOAT debate — Michael Jordan vs LeBron James — and make our case for who really deserves the crown. Then with the Winter Olympics on the horizon, we ask the important question… what sport could we actually medal in if we had to compete? And finally:  Could Brendan and David beat a JV high school basketball team? B...

Send us Fan Mail A week of chaos hit college hoops, and we’re in the thick of it. We open with Kansas State cutting ties with Jerome Tang and ask the uncomfortable question: when a school leans on “for cause,” what does that do to trust, buyouts, and the next coach’s appetite for risk? We unpack the NIL era’s pressure cooker—big payouts to big-name transfers, thin patience for development, and the...

Send us Fan Mail St. John’s just made a statement. On this episode of Inside College Hoops , we break down St. John’s taking down UConn in a massive Big East showdown and what it means moving forward. Is this a turning point for the Red Storm? And what does this loss mean for UConn? Plus — Arizona finally falls. After an impressive run, the Wildcats drop one. Is this a bump in the road or somethin...

Send us Fan Mail We sit down with Grambling State defensive lineman Bryce Cage to talk about life in the trenches, the grind of HBCU football, and the mentality it takes to dominate on the defensive line. Bryce shares his journey to Grambling State , what it means to represent an HBCU powerhouse, the work that goes into being a difference-maker in the trenches, and what’s next for his football car...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Inside College Hoops , we break down the future, the present, and a possible comeback story shaking up basketball headlines. 🚀 The future is NOW — We dive into why AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson are being talked about as the next potential stars of college basketball and beyond. What makes their games special, and why scouts are already buzzing. 🏀 Game recap...

Send us Fan Mail College basketball is heating up, and this week on Inside College Hoops we’re breaking down the biggest storylines shaking up the season. We react to Houston’s upset loss to Texas Tech and what it means moving forward, shine a light on a St. Louis team that deserves way more national attention , and talk about the recent surge of freshmen exploding for 40+ point performances acros...

Send us Fan Mail The College Football Final is almost here. Miami vs. Indiana, a historic program vs. a once-struggling program.  We break down the keys to victory for both teams and the reasons each will lose this game. Portal is heating up, and several teams are building a masterclass.  Support the show Give us a follow! Thank you for listening and your support! Instagram: 5alfpodcast Tiktok: 5a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Luke Savage, former TCU pitcher and College World Series competitor, to walk through his complete baseball journey — from Omaha to professional baseball. Luke breaks down what it was like pitching on college baseball’s biggest stage, getting drafted by the Texas Rangers organization, and competing alongside Paul Skenes on the USA National Team in...

Send us Fan Mail The College Football Playoff is entering its final stages, with only four teams remaining.  We break down Ole Miss/Miami and Indiana/Oregon semi-final matchup , diving into key storylines, quarterback play, coaching edges, and the biggest X-factors who will see their place in the National Championship Final If you’re locked in on the College Football Playoff , this is your go-to b...

Send us Fan Mail The College Football Playoff is heating up, and the quarterfinals are finally here. We break down every CFP quarterfinal matchup , diving into key storylines, quarterback play, coaching edges, and the biggest X-factors that will decide who moves one step closer to a national championship. From strengths and weaknesses to matchup nightmares and upset potential, we give you clear pr...

Send us Fan Mail Former Indiana Hoosiers guard Maurice “Mo” Creek joins Five Arms and a Lucky Fin to discuss his basketball journey from Bloomington to George Washington . Mo reflects on Indiana basketball , playing for Tom Crean , overcoming injuries, and how his time at George Washington helped shape the next chapter of his career. He shares lessons on resilience, growth, and navigating adversit...

Send us Fan Mail Arizona makes a statement and climbs to No. 1 in the AP Poll after obliterating Auburn 97–68 — and now all eyes turn to a massive 1 vs 12 showdown with Alabama . Meanwhile, Iowa State sends shockwaves through the rankings , dismantling Purdue 81–58 behind lights-out shooting and balanced scoring. What went wrong for the Boilermakers, and what does this mean for their ceiling? We b...

Send us Fan Mail Conference Championship Weekend delivered chaos — and Indiana made the loudest statement of all . The Hoosiers knock off Ohio State 13–10 in a gritty, season-defining win that sent shockwaves through the Big Ten and College Football Playoff conversation. We break down how Indiana controlled the game, what it means for the program moving forward, and why this win matters nationally...

Send us Fan Mail College hoops fans, this one’s for you. We’re breaking down the early NPOY race , shining a light on the freshmen already changing the landscape , and giving our full reaction to the ACC/SEC Challenge . Plus — the mid-majors nobody saw coming , the teams trending up (and down), and the ranked-on-ranked battles coming this Saturday that could shift the whole national picture. Tap i...