Marching to Madness

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back South Florida head coach Brian Gregory. Topics of discussion include: building off 24 wins and a CBI title last season, expectations with an experienced roster, how a trip to Canada will help prepare for the season, the return of Laquincy Rideau and David Collins in the backcourt, Alexis Yetna's development, and...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Ole Miss head coach Kermit Davis. Topics of discussion include: Terence Davis' journey to the NBA, how the momentum of an NCAA Tournament run has carried over into the offseason, the dynamic backcourt of Breein Tyree and Devontae Shuler, Blake Hinson's development, how the newcomers fit into the mix, the SEC's ne...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in Florida head coach Mike White. Topics of discussion include: the importance of building chemistry this offseason, adding Kerry Blackshear Jr. to the mix, how Andrew Nembhard and Noah Locke continue to expand their leadership roles, Keyontae Johnson's development, expectations for the talented freshman class, bigges...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back North Florida head coach Matthew Driscoll. Topics of discussion include: the team's upcoming trip to Puerto Rico, excitement for the experienced returning roster, how Garrett Sams and JT Escobar continue to expand their game, Ivan Gandia-Rosa's development, expectations for Wajid Aminu this season, what the Ospre...

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 program's momentum after a trip to the Final Four, the play of Jared Harper, Bryce Brown, and Malik Dunbar in the NBA Summer League, expectations for the returning roster, how the newcomers will fit into the mix, the importance of building a challen...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back San Diego head coach Sam Scholl. Topics of discussion include: how the program has carried over the momentum from last season's NIT bid, the team's versatile playing style, what the staff is focusing on this offseason, Yauhen Massalaski's development, expectations for the incoming freshmen, and much more. It's an...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Alabama head coach Nate Oats. Topics of discussion include: Kira Lewis winning a gold medal with the USA U19 team, the passion of the Alabama basketball fanbase, what the staff is focusing on during the offseason, the importance of adding an experienced guard like Beetle Bolden, Alex Reese's development, most imp...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Colorado head coach Tad Boyle. Topics of discussion include: what the staff is focusing on during the summer, why it could be one of Colorado's best defensive teams in recent years, McKinley Wright's development, how Tyler Bey creates difficult matchups for opponents, expectations for the expanded 3-point line in...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Charleston head coach Earl Grant. Topics of discussion include: the potential of Grant Riller in his senior season, implementing the talents of Brevin Galloway and Zep Jasper, Jaylen McManus becoming the first option in the post for the Cougars, Jarrell Brantley's transition to the NBA, and much more. It's anothe...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Baylor head coach Scott Drew. Topics of discussion include: the momentum-building win over Syracuse in the NCAA Tournament, Jared Butler's next steps after an excellent freshman season,  reuniting Mario Kegler with Tristan Clark in the paint, the additions of Davion Mitchell and Macio Teague to the perimeter, and...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Charlotte head coach Ron Sanchez. Topics of discussion include: moving the program forward in his second season at the helm, the impact that Malik Martin and Cooper Robb can have this season, Oklahoma transfer Jordan Shepherd's potential, thoughts on Virginia's national championship, and much more. It's another e...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Georgia State head coach Rob Lanier. Topics of discussion include: the transition from being an assistant coach back into the head coaching role, how he has started to instill his culture into the program, improving the team's defense, the return of Kane Williams and Damon Wilson, and much more. It's another exci...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Duquesne head coach Keith Dambrot. Topics of discussion include: the return of the rivalry game against Pitt, takeaways from winning 19 games last season, Sincere Carry's development, expectations for the rule changes in college basketball, what the Dukes need to do to take another step forward, and much more. It...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Long Beach State head coach Dan Monson. Topics of discussion include: the large group of newcomers on the roster, how JP Morgan and Romelle Mansel will factor into the mix, the importance of recruiting local players, building the challenging non-conference schedule, how rule changes will affect college basketball...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Belmont head coach Casey Alexander. Topics of discussion include: making the transition from Lipscomb to Belmont, how familiarity with the program and staff has been an advantage during the process, expectations for the returning roster, learning from Rick Byrd's approach to building a program, how the extended 3...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Cal State Northridge assistant Jim Harrick. Topics of discussion include: building the foundation with the Matadors, being able to get back on the court and teach the game, having the opportunity to work with Mark Gottfried, Lamine Diane's development, how Terrell Gomez continues to expand his game, what the coac...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Mississippi State head coach Ben Howland. Topics of discussion include: getting the program back to the NCAA Tournament, what the staff is focusing on in summer workouts, the playmaking ability of the Bulldogs' backcourt, Reggie Perry's return after impressing in the NBA draft process, how the extended 3-point li...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Pepperdine head coach Lorenzo Romar. Topics of discussion include: the many talents of point guard Colbey Ross, expectations for several of the returning players on the roster, the Waves' incoming recruiting class, how the WCC continues to try to gain more exposure nationally, rule changes in college basketball,...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Hofstra head coach Joe Mihalich. Topics of discussion include: how Justin Wright-Foreman developed into such a special talent, expectations for several of the returning players on the roster, the Pride's incoming recruiting class, how the recent rules changes could affect college basketball, and much more. It's a...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Delaware head coach Martin Ingelsby. Topics of discussion include: what the staff has focused on in building the program, Ryan Allen's potential for a banner season in 2019-20, how the rules changes in college basketball will affect the game, getting more national visibility for the CAA, and much more. It's anoth...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Stephen F. Austin head coach Kyle Keller. Topics of discussion include: adjusting to the team's injury situation a season ago, the feedback Kevon Harris received during the NBA draft process, expectations for the large group of newcomers, how the NCAA recruiting tweaks change the way the staff approaches the offs...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Tulsa head coach Frank Haith. Topics of discussion include: how the NBA draft process affects offseason recruiting, biggest takeaways from his first five seasons with the Golden Hurricane, roster development, expectations for the incoming recruiting class, adding Jerry Wainwright to the staff, the proposed rule c...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back East Tennessee State head coach Steve Forbes. Topics of discussion include: his friendship with Toronto Raptors head coach Nick Nurse, the return of Jeromy Rodriguez after a flirtation with pro basketball, Daivien Williamson's development, the team's scheduled 11-day trip to eastern Europe in August, and much mor...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Arkansas head coach Eric Musselman. Topics of discussion include: the transition from a record-setting four seasons at Nevada to Arkansas, reaching out to former Razorbacks, the potential on the roster at the guard position, hiring Chris Crutchfield and Corey Robinson as assistant coaches, and much more! It's ano...

In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Louisville assistant coach Dino Gaudio. Topics of discussion include: takeaways from watching Chris Paul and Al Farouq-Aminu in the NBA Playoffs, the importance of reaching 20 wins in year one on the job, looking ahead to the Cardinals' incoming recruiting class, creating chemistry with seven new faces, and much...