The IX Sports Podcast: College Basketball Edition

Molly Miller engineered one of the most impressive turnarounds in college basketball last season, leading Arizona State to a 15-0 start and a berth in the NCAA Tournament in her first season at the helm. She joins Michael and Melissa to talk about Benergy, why playing the Sun Devils is like going to the dentist, and how she's building on a strong year one.

The women's college basketball season is officially over, but the off the court action is as wild as ever. Michael and Melissa talk all things Final Four, some shocking entries into the transfer portal, and finish with an interview with WCC Player of the Year, Lauren Whittaker. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

March is finally Marching. After a wild opening weekend that saw Cinderellas dancing and a favorites falling, we’re breaking down everything that happened and looking ahead to a massive Sweet 16 slate. We’re joined by Mia Nicastro to talk about the reality of being a mid-major player on the national stage. Mia opens up about what it takes to reach this moment, the chip on her and her team's should...

Michael and Melissa break down the March Madness Bracket and who they put on upset alert, as well as predict their Elite Eight, Final Four, and Championship matchups. Later, Nebraska Basketball's Britt Prince, a rising star in the class of 2028, joins the show to talk about her rise alongside her Huskers, her signature look, and decorated career to this point.  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Utah guard Lani White joins Michael Waterloo and Melissa Triebwasser on this week's episode of The Next Woman Up. Lani wants you to know she's more than just a hooper, as she shares some of her interests of the court as well as what makes her so impactful on it. We also talk about her famous family and what she learned from her NBA father and talented musician sister - who can also hold her own on...

Michigan State superstar Grace VanSlooten joins the show to talk her journey from high school to IMG Academy to being a McDonald's All American and now one of the best players in college basketball. Additionally, Melissa and Michael go through the latest Top 16 release from the committee and some of the stalwarts and surprising that took home regular-season conference titles. ★ Support this podcas...

On a special episode of the The Next Woman Up podcast, Emma Bachellieri and Jordan Robinson, the authors of Court Queens - out March 17th - join Michael and Melissa to talk about how the book came together and some of the stories from their journey through the history of women's basketball. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

The University of North Carolina Chapel Hill's star forward Nyla Harris is The Next Woman Up! This senior is rising up draft boards for her fearless style of play of on and off the court intangibles. Nyla will have you ready to run through a brick wall after this wide-ranging interview that covers both her style on the court and interests off of it. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Michael and Melissa were joined by Kentucky super star Clara Strack, one of the top players in college basketball this season and a high-riser ahead of the 2027 draft. They also play a fun game of "who said it" and get you caught up with conference races getting tight. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

USA Today's Meghan Hall joins Michael and Melissa to give her take on the Top 16 teams in women's college basketball with Selection Sunday just a month out. Later, Michael and Melissa chat with Northwestern star Grace Sullivan, one of the top scorers in the country. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

UCLA sharp-shooter Gianna Kneepkens joins the show to talk about her transition to UCLA, the Bruins star-power, and what she's working on to get ready to be a first round draft pick this spring. Additionally, Melissa and Michael get you caught up on a loaded slate of ranked matchups, update their Big Board, and look ahead to another exciting slate of games. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

With the winter storms pounding much of the US this week, we were forced to pivot a bit on this week's episode. But we have a great interview with Indiana senior Shay Ciezki to help pass the time as you (hopefully) stay warm! Ciezki talks about her move from Penn State to the Hoosiers, how her game has continued to develop, and how "a rising tide lifts all boats" when it comes to Indiana's Footbal...

On this episode of The Next Woman Up, Michael and Melissa cover a wild week in Women's Basketball, that saw several teams fall from the ranks of the undefeateds and a couple of big time upsets. They also highlight some mid-major players and programs that deserve the time to shine. Later, the duo sits down with Baylor Basketball's Taliah Scott, one of the most dynamic offensive players in the count...

Michael and Melissa talk you through this week in college basketball, highlighting the best teams and some rising players. Additionally, Michael challenges Melissa with a little trivia. Be sure to stick around for a great interview with Richmond star Maggie Doogan, who is looking like a potential first round pick in her final collegiate season for the Spiders. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Michael and Melissa review the start of conference play, including upsets all over the place with only four undefeated teams remaining. They go over their top performers of conference play so far, as well as name their Audi Crooks Stat Line of the Week. Joining the program this week is Ohio State women's basketball beat writer for Land-Grant Holy Land, Thomas Costello. Thomas talks about this year...

Michael and Melissa are back with episode 3 of The Next Woman Up! This week they talk about some of the top games and performers of the week that was in women's college basketball. Additionally, they look back at their first big board of the offseason and what they got right - and wrong. Lastly, sophomore Jordan Lee of the Texas Longhorns joins the show to talk her hot start to the season and drop...

Donovyn Hunter joins the program for Episode 2 of The Next Woman Up. The TCU guard talks about playing with Olivia Miles, making another Elite Eight run, stepping up on defense, and more. The Next Woman Up is part of the Winsidr podcast network. Support us below by signing up for our newsletter https://winsidr.com/newsletter/ and visiting our Affiliate Links: Homage: https://homage.sjv.io/winsidr2...

The Next Woman Up podcast, brought to you Winsidr, meets you at the intersection of college and professional women's basketball. Each episode, hosts Michael Waterloo and Melissa Triebwasser will talk through the biggest games, best performances, and future stars you need to know now. This week, they also chat with Oregon star Mia Jacobs. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Welcome to The Next Woman Up, a Winsidr podcast that connects your favorite college basketball players with their WNBA futures. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★