The Dubuque Area Sports Podcast heads to Epworth for an inside look at Western Dubuque Bobcats Girls Basketball with Head Coach Hoefer.

Coming off a challenging 3-19 season and a 1-13 finish on the Mississippi side of the MVC, the Bobcats are entering a new year with renewed energy, key returners, promising newcomers, and a commitment to turning the corner.

Coach Hoefer breaks down:

🏀 Returning award winners stepping into leadership roles

🏀 Returning starters shaping the team’s identity

🏀 New varsity contributors ready to make an impact🏀 How the Bobcats plan to replace four senior leaders and 34 points per game from last season

🏀 Reflections from last year and the lessons they’re carrying forward

🏀 The overall outlook for the 2025 /2026 season

A must-listen episode for WD fans and MVC basketball followers as the Bobcats look to take a big step forward this winter!

What's goin on guys? Beginning of the season starts this week for the boys and the girls begin their first week of competition! We cover how the College teams in town did this weekend along with some alumni updates.

We finish of with "in the corner, with Coach Worm" where we talk about prematch nerves, routines and how to be able to control the out come of the match!

The Dubuque Area Sports Podcast heads to Dyersville to break down the upcoming season for the Beckman Catholic Blazers with Head Coach Mike Molony.

After finishing 12-11 overall and 4th in the River Valley North, the Blazers return with momentum — and plenty to be excited about. Coach Molony discusses his returning award winners, key starters, and the program’s top two scorers who made major strides during the offseason.

We also highlight promising newcomers, the team’s developing identity, and how Beckman plans to compete in one of the toughest small-school conferences in the state.

A must-listen for Blazer Nation as the green and gold gear up for another competitive season on the court!

The East Dubuque Warriors Girls Basketball program turns the page to an exciting new chapter under first-year Head Coach Hannah Thiele. Coming off a strong 19-12 season, the Warriors are looking to build on last year’s success with a mix of experienced returners, emerging talent, and a new vision for the future.

Coach Thiele joins the Dubuque Area Sports Podcast to talk about what drew her to East Dubuque, what the community can expect from her program on and off the court, and who fans should watch for among the returning contributors and promising newcomers. She also shares her reflections on early practices, the team’s identity, and the foundation she’s working to build in her first season leading the Warriors.

An inspiring conversation about leadership, culture, and the next generation of East Dubuque basketball!

After a 19-4 season and a River North Division championship, the Cascade Cougars were just one game shy of the state tournament.

Coach McMullen joins the show to reflect on last year’s success, discuss how the Cougars plan to replace top scorers Jackson Lieurance and Nathan Scholkemoehl, and share which players are stepping up in key roles this season.

Plus, we play our annual NBA All-Star Weekend Fun Segment — find out who’s repping Cascade in the dunk, 3-point, and skills challenges!

The Wahlert Catholic Golden Eagles finished 13-10 overall and 4th in the Valley Division of the Mississippi Valley Conference last season.

Coach English returns to the podcast to talk about this year’s group — returning award winners, veteran starters, and exciting new talent. We also discuss the challenge of replacing four senior leaders who accounted for 43 points per game and how the Golden Eagles are shaping a new identity for 2025. Of course, we wrap up with the always fun NBA All-Star Weekend segment!

The Bellevue Comets Girls Basketball team is gearing up for another exciting season under Head Coach Scott Jess. After finishing 9-14 overall and 4-10 in conference play — good for a 6th-place finish on the North side of the River Valley Conference — the Comets are focused on growth, chemistry, and climbing the standings.

Coach Jess joins the Dubuque Area Sports Podcast to reflect on last season, highlight returning award winners and starters, introduce promising newcomers, and share his excitement for this group’s offseason progress and goals for the year ahead.

Another can’t-miss conversation featuring insight, energy, and a deep look into the direction of Bellevue girls basketball!

What's goin on guys?! On todays episode we cover the teams we missed interviews for this season. Also, we make a quick pit stop back into "Coach Worm's Corner" for some preseason advice going into the season!

The Dubuque Area Sports Podcast sits down with Coach Sturm of the Marquette Catholic Defenders to break down one of the most intriguing storylines in Class 1A basketball this season. Coming off a historic 27–2 campaign, a perfect 12–0 conference run, and a trip to the State Championship game, the Defenders enter a new era without their top four scorers — a group that combined for 68 points per game, including Media Player of the Year Spencer Roeder, one of the most dominant forces in the state.

In this in-depth conversation, Coach Sturm discusses:

• Last season’s remarkable chemistry, culture, and postseason run

• Returning starter Louie Gonner and the strengths he brings as the new on-court leader

• Bench players ready to step into major varsity roles

• Promising newcomers who could make an immediate impact

• How the Defenders plan to replace lost scoring, size, rebounding, and leadership

• The philosophy shift required when transitioning from a massive senior class

• Team identity on both sides of the ball heading into 2025

• Why this group’s versatility and depth could surprise people this season

• And of course — who he’s entering in the NBA All-Star Dunk, 3-Point, and Skills Competitions

This episode offers a rare, honest inside look at how great high school programs reinvent themselves while maintaining championship-level standards. A must-listen for Defenders fans and basketball junkies alike.

It’s Year 2 for Coach George and the Dubuque Hempstead Mustangs, who look to take a big step forward after a 3-19 season in 2024. Coach George reflects on lessons learned in his first season, highlights returning leaders, and previews the next wave of Mustang talent. He also discusses how the team plans to replace all-around star Reed Strohmeyer, who averaged nearly 20 points per game. Another fun and insightful conversation capped off with our NBA All-Star Weekend team picks!