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By Neil Blackmon and Eric Fawcett
4.8
131131 ratings
The podcast currently has 260 episodes available.
Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) break down Florida's final 2 roster additions of the offseason in Urban Klavžar and
Why Klavžar will help the Gators immediately, and why Mikic is an exciting add from a value standpoint.
Plus, are computers and preseason polls disrespecting the Gators?
Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) break down the return of Florida's Walter Clayton Jr. and Will Richard. What the return of two senior starters means for the Gators, and how each team can improve in 2024-25. Plus, a fair NBA comparison for Clayton Jr., and the improvement at the margins that would be a gamechanger for Richard.
The guys also pay homage to Bill Walton, who took a joy ride through the cosmos and infused us all with happiness along the way.
Jake Winderman (CBS Sports) joins Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) to discuss Florida's SEC basketball schedule, which was just released by the league this week.
Neil and Jake also break down the winners and SEC Contenders from Portal Season, with a focus on the teams they believe can win the SEC in 2024-2025.
Finally, are the Gators deep enough to go deep? Jake and Neil on how they'd like to see Florida fill out its roster.
Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) break down Florida's work in the transfer portal through May 1, 2024, when the portal closed. The guys also discuss where Florida can go from here with 2 roster spots remaining, and answer a host of questions from FBH's Patreon subscribers.
Be sure to subscribe at patreon.com/floridabbhour.
Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) offer breakdowns of Florida's newest portal additions, Sam Alexis of UT Chattanooga and Reuben Chinyelu of Washington State. What to expect from the 2 newest Gators frontcourt pieces, and why Todd Golden's defensive thinking may have influenced the decisions to recruit these players.
Plus, Florida lands its first top 50 recruit of the Golden era. What to expect from Alex Lloyd, the top 50 guard from Westminster Academy in Fort Lauderdale who chose the Gators on Wednesday over Michigan State and Miami, among other programs.
Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) answer questions asked by our Patreon subscribers. Questions range from transfer portal targets to defensive scheme to what to expect from Florida on the recruiting trail. The national championship game, between UConn and Purdue, is also previewed.
FBH sat down with former All-SEC Gator Jennifer George to chat about Florida hoops on the men's and women's sides. What she likes about the build of each program, and what she hopes to see in 2024-25.
We also talked about Jennifer's charity, the
Be sure to check out the upcoming charity event--the Greens for Hoops Golf Scramble-- where opening night festivities tickets are still available. Learn more at: https://www.instagram.com/greensforhoopscramble/.
Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) break down Florida's 102-100 loss to Colorado in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
Yes, the referees were abysmal.
Yes, Florida was bad on defense.
Yes, Walter Clayton was a win away from being immortal.
Yes, it was a good season.
But it left us all wanting a little more...
Plus, an overview of Florida's portal needs, and a 10,000 foot view of the program after Todd Golden's second season in Gainesville.
Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) break down Florida's 7 seed on Selection Sunday. Why a 7 seed was wrong, but could work in Florida's favor. Plus, previews of Florida's opening round matchup, which will be against the First Four winner of Colorado/Boise State.
The guys also recap Florida's tough SEC Championship Game loss to Auburn.
Finally, a peek ahead to why a second round matchup with Marquette might favor the Gators.
Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) breakdown Florida's epic comeback win over Texas A&M in the SEC Tournament semifinals.
How Denzel Aberdeen and Alex Condon keyed the Gators rally against the Aggies-- and why Florida's defense won the day early in the second half.
Plus, our preview of the SEC Championship Game, against an Auburn team with an exceptional frontcourt and depth-- but no elite talent-- at guard.
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