Not Even D2

Aaron Johnston has spent the last 26 seasons building South Dakota State University into one of the premier mid-major programs in women’s college basketball. Under his leadership, the Jackrabbits have dominated the Summit League, consistently winning conference championships and earning NCAA Tournament berths. Most recently, SDSU has reached the NCAA Tournament in four consecutive seasons, continu...

Bill Armstrong’s first season as a college head coach could hardly have gone better. Taking over at McNeese State University, Armstrong led the Cowboys to a 28–6 record, a Southland Conference Tournament Championship, and the program’s third consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance. Despite being in his first year leading a Division I program, Armstrong seamlessly transitioned into the role, buildin...

David Richman continues to add to his legacy at North Dakota State University, leading the Bison to another Summit League Championship and NCAA Tournament appearance this past season. In the process, NDSU set a program record for wins in a single season, further cementing the team's place among the nation's top mid-major programs. More than a decade removed from winning a conference title in his f...

John Groce is embarking on a new chapter as the head coach of College of Charleston, taking over one of the most tradition-rich programs in college basketball. Charleston boasts the sixth-highest winning percentage in college basketball history, and the program’s expectations remain as high as ever. By bringing in Groce, the Cougars have secured one of the most accomplished and respected coaches i...

Jevon Yarbrough just completed one of the most dominant individual seasons in all of Division III basketball, leading Hood College to a historic year. Yarbrough guided the Blazers to a MAC Championship and helped deliver the program’s first NCAA Tournament win while rewriting the record books in the process. He set new single-season program records in both points and assists, cementing himself as...

Owen Foxwell’s basketball journey has already been unlike almost anyone entering college basketball. After spending the last four years playing professionally in Australia’s National Basketball League, one of the top pro leagues in the world, Foxwell steadily developed into a high-level guard while posting career-best numbers this past season. Originally committed to Louisiana State University, Fo...

Carly Thibault-DuDonis has quickly built Fairfield University into one of the premier mid-major programs in women’s college basketball. In just four seasons as head coach, she has led the Stags to three straight MAAC Championships and NCAA Tournament appearances, establishing a culture of consistency and winning that has elevated Fairfield onto the national stage. Year after year, the Stags have c...

Travis Steele has quickly transformed Miami University men’s basketball into one of the most talked-about programs in the country. In just his tenure with the RedHawks, Steele led the program to its best season in school history, finishing an incredible 32–2 and earning an NCAA Tournament victory. Miami (OH) captured national attention with an undefeated regular season, forcing its way into the sp...

Brett Reed has been the face of Lehigh University men’s basketball for the last 20 years, building one of the most respected mid-major programs in the country. This season marked a major milestone as Reed led the Mountain Hawks to their first Patriot League Championship and NCAA Tournament appearance since 2012, a full-circle moment for a coach who has consistently kept Lehigh competitive on the n...

Neruda and KJ break down a packed championship week, starting with the Division III National Championship where University of Mary Washington captured its first title in program history with a win over Emory University . The hosts dive into what made Mary Washington’s run so special, from their young core stepping up to their mature play style throughout the tournament, and what ultimately separat...

Jair Knight and Ben Pearce have built a reputation as the best duo in Division III basketball, a title they’ve backed up with consistent dominance over the past few years at Emory University. Their chemistry, versatility, and ability to take over games in different ways have made them one of the most feared pairings in the country, setting the standard for excellence at the Division III level. Tha...

Jay Randall and Kye Robinson have put together standout seasons to lead University of Mary Washington to new heights. Randall earned First Team All-Conference honors for the second straight year, continuing to establish himself as one of the most consistent forwards in Division III, while Robinson has emerged as one of the top players in the country, earning Second Team All-American recognition. T...

Two of the most dominant programs in Division III basketball take center stage in this episode, as New York University women’s basketball and Trinity College men’s basketball continue historic runs. NYU has built a dynasty, riding a remarkable 91-game winning streak while pursuing a third straight national championship, firmly establishing itself as the standard in Division III. On the men’s side,...

Marcus Montagnino and Elijah Kinney have been at the center of one of the most special seasons in Endicott College history. The Gulls sit at 28–1, fueled by the growth of a roster that has taken a major leap from last season to now becoming a legitimate national contender. Montagnino and Kinney have formed one of the most dynamic duos in Division III basketball, both earning All-Conference honors...

Shane Regan has built one of the most impressive Division III résumés in the country across two elite programs. After starring at Wesleyan University, where he helped lead the Cardinals to a 30-2 season, a Final Four run, and earned All-American honors, Regan has continued his dominance at the University of Chicago. His impact has been immediate, earning national recognition and landing on the Bev...

Tarence Guinyard has quickly established himself as one of the premier guards in the Atlantic 10 Conference. Now at Duquesne University, he ranks third in the league in scoring (16.4) and second in assists (5.0), powering the Dukes to a fifth-place standing entering the A-10 Tournament. His production and control of the game has elevated Duquesne into a legitimate postseason contender, as Guinyard...

Narit Chotikavanic's story is truly a testament that belief and persistence can outlast recognition. As a senior at Plano East High School, Chotikavanic went undefeated on the way to a Texas 6A state championship—yet still drew minimal Division I interest. Now a sophomore at Stephen F. Austin, he’s playing a meaningful role in the Lumberjacks’ historic 24–3 start. Narit committed to a Division 2 s...

Lauren Whittaker's path to national prominence has been anything but seamless. In her first full collegiate season, the Gonzaga forward has become the only player in NCAA women’s basketball ranked in the top 25 in both points and rebounds per game, averaging just under 20 PPG and 10.1 RPG for a Bulldogs team leading the West Coast Conference. The New Zealand native came to Gonzaga midway through t...

Toby Harris’ path to Division I basketball wasn’t traditional — and that’s exactly what makes his story stand out. After becoming a 1,000-point scorer, D3 All-American, and star at Brandeis, Harris made the jump to Iona, where he’s now the team’s second-leading scorer at 11.7 points per game. His transition from Division III standout to Division I starter is a testament to his development and conf...

Tamara Inoue, UC Irvine's WBB head coach joins this week's episode of @Notevend2 . Inoue’s run at UC Irvine is one of the most impressive turnarounds in college basketball. Taking over a program that finished 5–23 in her first season, Inoue has completely redefined the ceiling of UC Irvine women’s basketball. She’s now on pace to lead UCI to five straight 20+ win seasons, is already the all-time w...

Joel Foxwell, one of the best young guards in the country joins this week's episode of @Notevend2 . Foxwell is in his freshman year with the University of Portland and has taken the WCC by storm as one of the best players in the conference. Foxwell is from Australia where he played most of his youth years in the NBL1 South Division. A year before coming to the NCAA, Foxwell played in the NBL for M...

#5 ranked Johns Hopkins WBB head coach, Rodney Rogan joins this week's episode of @Notevend2 . JHU looks like one of the best teams in the country holding a perfect 8-0 record. In just two years, Rogan and JHU have now won back-to-back Centennial Conference Championships and made multiple Sweet 16 appearences. Rogan has now won at two different schools- beginning at his first head coaching opportu...

14-year head coach at Mount Union University, Mike Fuline joins this week's episode of @Notevend2 . Coach Fuline has revitalized the MU basketball program into a national championship contender year in and year out. The program has won 4 OAC championships, made it to 3 Sweet 16's, and one National Championships under Fuline. Fuline coached one of the most memorable teams in Division 3 history in 2...

Head coach of the back-to-back NCAA Division 3 WBB Champions (NYU), Meg Barber joins this week's episode of @Notevend2 . Coach Barber and her team are currently on a 69 game winning streak, which ranks 2nd all-time for the longest streak in D3 WBB history. During this win streak, NYU has captured the programs 2nd and 3rd national championships capping off back-to-back undefeated seasons. Barber ha...

18-year head coach for Emory University, Jason Zimmerman joins this week's episode of ⁨@Notevend2⁩ . Coach Zimmerman has led Emory to 11 NCAA Tournament's, including a run of 10 in a row. Currently leading the preseason ranked #3 team in the country, the Golden Eagles have high expectations. Zimmerman is a 6x UAA Coach of the Year while holding a 68% winning percentage in the UAA over the last 14...