Marching to Madness

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Wyoming head coach Jeff Linder. Topics of discussion include: Offensive structure with five players averaging double figures How post Graham Ike influences the game Hunter Maldonado from inside the arc A three-ball game that is averaging 37.3 percent ... And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 yea...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back TCU head coach Jamie Dixon. Topics of discussion include: The Frogs' defense that allows only 39.6 percent from the floor The production of leading scorer Mike Miles, Jr. The impact of TCU's current transfer class Chuck O'Bannon's potential now that he is healthy ...And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in Arizona associate head coach Jack Murphy. Topics of discussion include: A running style that posts a tempo of only 14.4 seconds per possession The hunger and motivation of the team Bennedict Mathurin's explosive play Differing styles of Christian Koloko and Azuolas Tubelis in the post ...And much more About the Hos...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl. Topics of discussion include: The Tigers' balance on offense Defensive superlatives so far Jabari Smith and KD Johnson as leaders Allen Flanigan injury update ...And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured o...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Coach David Grace. Topics of discussion include: Coach Grace's new endeavors inside the game The power of Purdue Thriving west coast basketball teams A sketch of the SEC ... And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Time...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Wofford head coach Jay McAuley. Topics of discussion include: How guard Max Klesmit and post B.J. Mack complement each others' games The 3-point game behind Ryan Larson and Klesmit Sam Goodwin as another post option Returning to Georgia and getting the 'W' ... And much more About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Xavier head coach Travis Steele. Topics of discussion include: Wednesday night's win over Central Michigan A relentless defense Nate Johnson's start to the season The dynamics of Jack Nunge Much more  About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Southern Utah head coach Todd Simon. Topics of discussion include: Winning the Fort Myers Tip-Off last week The diverse talents of John Knight, III Tevian Jones' skills and ability Key characteristics and qualities of the Thunderbirds About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media....

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Purdue head coach Matt Painter. Topics of discussion include: Wins over North Carolina and Villanova to open season Zach Edey and Trevion Williams in the post Jaden Ivey's influence from his mother Niele, Where the Boilermakers can improve going forward About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experienc...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Furman head coach Bob Richey. Topics of discussion include: The defensive effort that led the Paladins over Louisville How Furman lost to Navy on Sunday Mike Bothwell's start to the season Starting five averaging in double figures About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of experience in sports media. His...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in UC Riverside head coach Mike Magpayo. Topics of discussion include: J.P. Moorman, II, connecting on a link 70-foot buzzer beater as the Highlanders defeated Arizona State Chris Paul's inspirational pregame talk to the Highlanders The defensive philosophy that is the cornerstone of Coach Magpayo's program The 3-ball...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in UNLV head coach Kevin Kruger. Topics of discussion include: The season-opening win over Gardner Webb Potential for Bryce Hamilton this season Additions of Mike Nuga, Justin Webster, Jordan McCabe and others Familiarity with the program in taking the job Much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome San Jose State head coach Tim Miles. Topics of discussion include: Experiences as a TV analyst before taking the Spartans' position The allurement of San Jose State Trey Smith, Omari Moore and Sebastian Mendoza as returnees A solid transfer class ... and much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of ex...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back FGCU head coach Michael Fly. Topics of discussion include: The addition of TCU transfer Kevin Samuel McNeese transfer Carlos Rosario joins Samuel in the post Biggest challenges with the new amount of depth and talent Scheduling as FGCU hosts USC and Rhode Island ... and much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell ha...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back New Mexico State head coach Chris Jans. Topics of discussion include: Turning the page on the hard-hitting covid season of '20-21 How guard Jabari Rice is ready to return from injury Versatility of Donnie Tillman The competition as 13 new faces ingratiate the Aggies' roster ... and much more! About the Hosts: Bla...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Vermont head coach John Becker. Topics of discussion include: How getting upset in the American East Tournament and missing the NCAA Tournament serves as motivation Return of American East Player of the year Ryan Davis The development of Ben Shungu Roles for transfers Cameron Gibson and Finn Sullivan ... and much...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Appalachian State head coach Dustin Kerns. Topics of discussion include: How to make Mountaineers basketball relevant beside of a winning football program Returning the top ten players from a year ago Using Justin Forrest and Marvin Delph in the backcourt How Michael Almonacy and Donovan Gregory use their athleti...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Florida State head coach Leonard Hamilton. Topics of discussion include: Leadership qualities of Rayquan Evans and how he can increase production Expectations for Anthony Polite and the team The dynamic skills of Malik Osborne Six new players integrating themselves into the rotation ... and much more! About the H...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Belmont head coach Casey Alexander. Topics of discussion include: The return of five starters, who are all in grad school Grayson Murphy's impact of the program The dynamics of talented big man Nick Muszynski Luke Smith's transition from D-III Sewanee into the Belmont program ... and much more! About the Hosts: B...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Rhode Island head coach David Cox. Topics of discussion include: Lessons from the covid season of 2020-21 What the return of Jeremy Sheppard means for Rhode Island hoops the addition of Ball State transfer Ishmael El-Amin A deep post game that includes Antwan Walker and twins Makhi and Makhel Mitchell ... and muc...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back UC Irvine head coach Russell Turner. Topics of discussion include: The compete level of big man Collin Welp Dawson Baker's talent and work ethic The ingenuity of DJ Davis to make an impact in his first season Austin Johnson in the post with Welp ... and much more! Be sure to subscribe to the Marching to Madness o...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Washington State head coach Kyle Smith. Topics of discussion include: Bringing scorers Michael Flowers (South Alabama) and Tyrell Roberts (UC San Diego) in through the transfer portal The efficiency of scorer Noah Williams Post play led by Dishon Jackson and Efe Agboidi Addressing ball handling in recruiting ......

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Oregon State head coach Wayne Tinkle. Topics of discussion include: Last season's legendary run to the Elite Eight Backcourt of Jarod Lucas and Gianni Hunt The dynamics of forward Warith Alatishe The depth and athleticism that this team exudes ... and much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 14 years of...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Marshall head coach Dan D'Antoni. Topics of discussion include: Return of Taevion Kinsey, a potential CUSA Player of the Year The potential of Andrew Taylor and Mikel Beyers in the backcourt Versatility in the post How the incoming recruiting class can contribute ... and much more! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell h...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome Presbyterian head coach Quinton Ferrell. Topics of discussion include: A veteran roster that includes five starters and 11 letter winners Big South Freshman of the Year Rayshon Harrison's presence Skills that make Trevon Reddish a solid overall player The difference Winston Hill will make in the paint ... and much mor...