Juniata Men's Basketball Show

With the season in the rearview, the real work begins. In Episode 94, Coach Curley pulls back the curtain on how Juniata Basketball is built in the offseason—from recruiting strategy and roster construction to player development and culture-setting. The guys dive into what actually leads to wins, how roles take shape, and why the offseason is where championship teams are made. Plus, a look at the...

The Juniata offseason is officially here, but the Juniata Men’s Basketball Show is not slowing down. Tom, Biz, and Coach Curley welcome senior manager and four-year football placekicker Alex Mullin to the show for a behind-the-scenes conversation about what really keeps a college program moving. Alex shares how he found Juniata, balanced football and basketball for four full years, and became an i...

The 2025–26 season is officially in the books… but not before the Eagles close it out the right way: two home wins, a 10-win finish, and a little chaos (the fun kind). Tom, Biz, and Coach Curley break down a 79–60 win over Lycoming sparked by a defensive flip-the-switch moment (plus big bench minutes), then cap the year with an 85–78 season finale vs. Moravian where Juniata shoots nearly 57% and d...

With the season winding down and just two home games left, Tom Frank, Biz, and Head Coach Greg Curley get real about where the Eagles are — and what still matters when the postseason isn’t on the table. The crew tackles a listener question from Missy T.: with 80 minutes left in the year, do you experiment for next season… or stay locked in on winning? Coach Curley doesn’t mince words: games are ga...

We’re live from The Nest (yes… it’s officially called that now 👀) for Alumni Weekend at Juniata—starting with our Wilkes pregame show, a parade of alumni guests, and the long-awaited recap of the 2026 Ed Mansberger Alumni Game. Team Blue and Team Gold went to war in a defensive slugfest that somehow still felt like a track meet emotionally. We break down the chirping, the “fraternizing” scandal i...

It’s a big one for Juniata hoops: Catholic on Wednesday, Alumni Weekend vs. Wilkes on Saturday, and zero room for coasting. The crew opens with a great listener question on what alumni should feel when they come back—Coach Curley’s answer says it all: play hard, play with heart, play for each other. From there, it’s a look back at last week’s results, highlighted by a 62–43 defensive rock fight wi...

The Eagles are heating up at the right time—and the guys can barely believe what they’re saying out loud: two big wins, a road win streak, and four wins in the last five as Juniata improves to 7–10 overall and 4–6 in the Landmark. Before the hoops breakdown, the show takes a wildly entertaining detour when a listener asks about a Netflix free-solo skyscraper climb in Taiwan. Tom admits he couldn’t...

It’s been a full-blown Juniata hoops roller coaster—complete with birthday banter, casino misfortune, winter travel chaos, and a broadcast that somehow forgot it had sound. Tom Frank, Biz, and head coach Greg Curley open the show celebrating Biz’s birthday before diving into a great listener mailbag question: If the Palestra were closed next season, and the show had full control, where should the...

We are back for Part 2 of our LIVE event from Philadelphia—quarter-mile from the Cathedral of College Basketball—and things escalated quickly. From pregame pints and cheesesteaks at the New Deck Tavern to press-row seats at the Palestra, this episode captures an all-time Juniata hoops day. The ball tips and Juniata delivers a wire-to-wire statement at the Palestra. Postgame reactions, press confer...

We went LIVE from Philadelphia—quarter-mile from the Cathedral of College Basketball—and things escalated quickly. From pregame pints and cheesesteaks at the New Deck Tavern to press-row seats at the Palestra, this episode captures an all-time Juniata hoops day. In Part 1, you’ll hear alumni, parents, former players, first-time guests, and one very official executive producer weigh in as the Eagle...

The Juniata Basketball Show welcomes “Landmark royalty” as Katie Boldvich, Landmark Conference Commissioner, hops on with Tom Frank, Biz, and Head Coach Greg Curley—just in time for the annual Palestra showcase. The crew kicks off 2026 with a deep listener question (thanks, Donny D), then breaks down a wild week of hoops: Juniata’s 119-point eruption (second-highest scoring game in program history...

It’s the official Christmas episode of the Juniata Men’s Basketball Show, and it delivers a little bit of everything. Tom, Biz, and Coach Curley bring the holiday vibes early before Biz steals the show with a now-legendary Juniata-themed Christmas poem. The conversation shifts to a listener questions about a 44-year-old NFL quarterback comeback, and whether Coach Curley could suit up one more time...

The crew opens this week’s show with a detour into the wild world of Division I college football—predicting the playoff field, reacting to championship weekend surprises, and giving their early verdict on Penn State’s new head coach. Then it’s back to Juniata hoops, where Tom, Biz, and Coach Curley unpack a demanding stretch against Catholic and Scranton. Coach breaks down the recurring second-hal...

This week on The Juniata Men’s Basketball Show, Tom, Biz, and Coach Curley serve up a Thanksgiving-sized spread of hoops talk, holiday hot takes, and a whole lot of stuffing slander. Listener Graham B. kicks things off with a very on-brand Thanksgiving question that sends the guys down a cranberry-sauce-fueled rabbit hole, complete with culinary confessions, sandwich hacks, and Biz’s pitch for the...

This week on The Juniata Men’s Basketball Show, Tom, Biz, and Coach Curley break down a rollercoaster week: a frustrating road night at Westminster followed by an offensive fireworks display against Alfred State where the Eagles piled up 97 points, shot 52% from deep, and had the bench mob partying like it was March. Coach talks about what clicked, what still needs tuning (hint: free throws), and...

The Juniata Men’s Basketball Show tips off the season with a win! Tom Frank, Biz, and Coach Greg Curley break down the Eagles’ 80–63 victory over Mount Aloysius — from balanced scoring and big minutes off the bench to… less-than-stellar free throws. Coach Curley talks relief vs. belief, what the win says about this year’s group, and what to expect heading into a tough week on the road at Westminst...

The wait is over — Juniata Basketball is back! Tom, Biz, and Coach Curley preview Friday night’s home opener against Mount Aloysius, break down preseason scrimmages, and share some wild stories from the offseason — including a freshman golfer who hit a hole-in-one with his coach’s clubs. Tom goes on a rant about streaming apps (Flow Sports, we’re looking at you), Biz makes his bold playoff predict...

Basketball is in the air. Practice is rolling, the roster is deep, and the Juniata Men’s Basketball Show is officially back. In this season-opening episode, Tom Frank, Biz, and Head Coach Greg Curley break down the full 2024–25 schedule and lay out the storylines already taking shape. Coach Curley gives an inside look at preseason progress and why this young squad already feels ahead of last year’...

This week, Tom, Biz, and Coach Curley welcome Dr. Brandon Martinazzi (’19) — 1,302-point scorer, top-15 in points/assists/steals/threes, and now an orthopaedic surgery resident at Rothman. Brandon takes us from Cresson to College to the OR: the Bishop Carroll days with Marcus Lee (including the almost-same-night 1,000-point milestone), first impressions of Coach Curley and the tough-love meeting t...

This week on the Juniata Men’s Basketball Podcast, Tom Frank, Biz, and Coach Curley sit down with one of the program’s most decorated alumni — 2018 grad, four-year starter, and the only Landmark Conference Defensive Player of the Year in school history, Seth Brewer. From helping the Eagles earn their first-ever national ranking and a regular-season title, to setting the school record for wins in a...

School’s out, but Tom, Biz, and Coach Curley refuse to coast into summer. Instead, they welcome 6-foot-7 bruiser-turned-firefighter Andrew “Bith” Bithell (’21) for a conversation that crackles hotter than a three-alarm blaze. Bith rewinds the tape on his roller-coaster college career—three shoulder surgeries, two concussions, and a nine-game senior season shortened by COVID—then fast-forwards to l...

The comeback starts now. After a well-earned break, Tom Frank, Biz, and Head Coach Greg Curley are back behind the mic to officially tip off Season 4 of the Juniata Men's Basketball Show. In this jam-packed episode, the crew recaps spring training, breaks down the incoming recruiting class (hello, 6'8"), and issues a very real bench press challenge to the entire team. Coach Curley shares offseason...

As the Juniata Men's Basketball season draws to a close, it’s a time for reflection, growth, and a renewed sense of ambition. In this week's episode, we recount the highs and lows our team faced, exploring the true essence of perseverance, teamwork, and resilience. Head Coach Greg Curley shares valuable insights on leadership, showcasing how the exceptional senior trio of Mason, Tyler, and Nico ex...

As the season winds down, the spotlight shifts to the upcoming Senior Day We pay tribute to the invaluable contributions of senior players Mason Hardy, Tyler Lapetina, and Neco Campbell, whose leadership and spirit have left an indelible mark on the team. Coach Curley shares his thoughts on the next generation stepping into leadership roles, offering heartfelt insights on mentorship and the enduri...

Relive the unforgettable moments of Juniata Men's Basketball Alumni Weekend—a celebration of legacy, laughter, and lifelong connections. From thrilling down-to-the-wire games to heartfelt tributes, this weekend was a testament to the deep-rooted camaraderie that defines Juniata basketball. Special guests include Coach Nick Hager, Jeff Berkey, Brent Ferko, Zach Engle, Seth Brewer, and Damon Rickens...