Marching to Madness

Marching to Madness

By Blake LovellSportsBasketball
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Marching to Madness episodes

  • Episode 562: Iowa head coach Fran McCaffery

    In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome Iowa head coach Fran McCaffery.

    Topics of discussion include:

    • adaptations to Covid-19 and the fight for racial justice
    • expectations for a 20-21 season where the Hawkeyes are a perennial preseason Top 5
    • perimeter play with a bevy of 3-point shooters
    • Jordan Bohannon's voice as a leader

    ...and much more!

    It's another exciting episode of Marching to Madness!

    About the Hosts:

    Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports, Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook, Rivals, Scout.com, Time Warner Cable, and many more. He covers national college basketball for College Hoops Watch and is the founder of SoutheastHoops.com. He's also a member of the USBWA. You can follow him on Twitter @theblakelovell.

    Ken Cross has a plethora of experience over 23 years in both print and broadcast journalism. He has worked in some capacity for ESPN Radio, CBS Sports Radio, Fox Sports Radio, Sporting News Radio, Yahoo! Sports Radio and many more. This includes coverage of college football, college basketball, Carolina Panthers, Charlotte Hornets/Bobcats, Carolina Hurricanes, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Orlando Magic, and the Tampa Bay Lightning. His print and internet experiences include a college basketball writer and internet writer for Lindy's Sports Annuals and www.lindyssports.com, Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook, Field Level Media, and Rivals.com. He's the founder and editor of collegehoopswatch.com. You can follow him on Twitter @KennyBuckets333.

    32 min
  • Episode 561: Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo

    In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo.

    Topics of discussion include:

    • adaptations to Covid-19 and the fight for racial justice
    • replacing a point guard such as Cassius Winston
    • welcoming back Josh Langford
    • the athleticism and versatility of Aaron Henry

    ...and much more!

    It's another exciting episode of Marching to Madness!

    About the Hosts:

    Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports, Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook, Rivals, Scout.com, Time Warner Cable, and many more. He covers national college basketball for College Hoops Watch and is the founder of SoutheastHoops.com. He's also a member of the USBWA. You can follow him on Twitter @theblakelovell.

    Ken Cross has a plethora of experience over 23 years in both print and broadcast journalism. He has worked in some capacity for ESPN Radio, CBS Sports Radio, Fox Sports Radio, Sporting News Radio, Yahoo! Sports Radio and many more. This includes coverage of college football, college basketball, Carolina Panthers, Charlotte Hornets/Bobcats, Carolina Hurricanes, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Orlando Magic, and the Tampa Bay Lightning. His print and internet experiences include a college basketball writer and internet writer for Lindy's Sports Annuals and www.lindyssports.com, Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook, Field Level Media, and Rivals.com. He's the founder and editor of collegehoopswatch.com. You can follow him on Twitter @KennyBuckets333.

    18 min
  • Episode 560: DePaul head coach Dave Leitao

    In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back DePaul head coach Dave Leitao.

    Topics of discussion include:

    • adaptations to Covid-19 and the fight for racial justice
    • the impact of Charlie Moore on the point
    • how Jaylen Butz solidifies the post
    • Romeo Weems' quest to become more consistent offensively

    ...and much more!

    It's another exciting episode of Marching to Madness!

    About the Hosts:

    Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports, Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook, Rivals, Scout.com, Time Warner Cable, and many more. He covers national college basketball for College Hoops Watch and is the founder of SoutheastHoops.com. He's also a member of the USBWA. You can follow him on Twitter @theblakelovell.

    Ken Cross has a plethora of experience over 23 years in both print and broadcast journalism. He has worked in some capacity for ESPN Radio, CBS Sports Radio, Fox Sports Radio, Sporting News Radio, Yahoo! Sports Radio and many more. This includes coverage of college football, college basketball, Carolina Panthers, Charlotte Hornets/Bobcats, Carolina Hurricanes, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Orlando Magic, and the Tampa Bay Lightning. His print and internet experiences include a college basketball writer and internet writer for Lindy's Sports Annuals and www.lindyssports.com, Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook, Field Level Media, and Rivals.com. He's the founder and editor of collegehoopswatch.com. You can follow him on Twitter @KennyBuckets333.

    17 min
  • Episode 559: Mercer head coach Greg Gary

    In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in Mercer head coach Greg Gary.

    Topics of discussion include:

    • adaptations to Covid-19 and the fight for racial justice
    • the return of Ross Cummings after being sidelined with an injury in 2019-20
    • how Fairfield transfer Neftali Alvarez can have an impact
    • expectations for big man Maciej Bender

    ...and much more!

    It's another exciting episode of Marching to Madness!

    About the Hosts:

    Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports, Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook, Rivals, Scout.com, Time Warner Cable, and many more. He covers national college basketball for College Hoops Watch and is the founder of SoutheastHoops.com. He's also a member of the USBWA. You can follow him on Twitter @theblakelovell.

    Ken Cross has a plethora of experience over 23 years in both print and broadcast journalism. He has worked in some capacity for ESPN Radio, CBS Sports Radio, Fox Sports Radio, Sporting News Radio, Yahoo! Sports Radio and many more. This includes coverage of college football, college basketball, Carolina Panthers, Charlotte Hornets/Bobcats, Carolina Hurricanes, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Orlando Magic, and the Tampa Bay Lightning. His print and internet experiences include a college basketball writer and internet writer for Lindy's Sports Annuals and www.lindyssports.com, Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook, Field Level Media, and Rivals.com. He's the founder and editor of collegehoopswatch.com. You can follow him on Twitter @KennyBuckets333.

    18 min
  • Episode 558: Manhattan head coach Steve Masiello

    In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Manhattan head coach Tom Masiello.

    Topics of discussion include:

    • adaptations to Covid-19 and the fight for racial justice
    • re-establishing an offense that struggled in 2019-20
    • Samir Stewart and Nehemiah Mack as experienced contributors in the backcourt
    • the skills of 6-8, 245-pound Warren Williams in the post

    ...and much more!

    It's another exciting episode of Marching to Madness!

    About the Hosts:

    Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports, Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook, Rivals, Scout.com, Time Warner Cable, and many more. He covers national college basketball for College Hoops Watch and is the founder of SoutheastHoops.com. He's also a member of the USBWA. You can follow him on Twitter @theblakelovell.

    Ken Cross has a plethora of experience over 23 years in both print and broadcast journalism. He has worked in some capacity for ESPN Radio, CBS Sports Radio, Fox Sports Radio, Sporting News Radio, Yahoo! Sports Radio and many more. This includes coverage of college football, college basketball, Carolina Panthers, Charlotte Hornets/Bobcats, Carolina Hurricanes, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Orlando Magic, and the Tampa Bay Lightning. His print and internet experiences include a college basketball writer and internet writer for Lindy's Sports Annuals and www.lindyssports.com, Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook, Field Level Media, and Rivals.com. He's the founder and editor of collegehoopswatch.com. You can follow him on Twitter @KennyBuckets333.

    13 min
  • Episode 557: Boise State head coach Leon Rice

    In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome in Boise State head coach Leon Rice.

    Topics of discussion include:

    • the ability to see Gonzaga basketball and Boise State football built from the ground up
    • accolades for Derrick Alston, Jr.
    • the potential passing of the torch in the program
    • potential and expectations for Abdul Kigab

    ...and much more!

    It's another exciting episode of Marching to Madness!

    About the Hosts:

    Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports, Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook, Rivals, Scout.com, Time Warner Cable, and many more. He covers national college basketball for College Hoops Watch and is the founder of SoutheastHoops.com. He's also a member of the USBWA. You can follow him on Twitter @theblakelovell.

    Ken Cross has a plethora of experience over 23 years in both print and broadcast journalism. He has worked in some capacity for ESPN Radio, CBS Sports Radio, Fox Sports Radio, Sporting News Radio, Yahoo! Sports Radio and many more. This includes coverage of college football, college basketball, Carolina Panthers, Charlotte Hornets/Bobcats, Carolina Hurricanes, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Orlando Magic, and the Tampa Bay Lightning. His print and internet experiences include a college basketball writer and internet writer for Lindy's Sports Annuals and www.lindyssports.com, Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook, Field Level Media, and Rivals.com. He's the founder and editor of collegehoopswatch.com. You can follow him on Twitter @KennyBuckets333.

    24 min
  • Episode 556: Cal State Fullerton coach Dedrique Taylor

    In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Cal State Fullerton head coach Dedrique Taylor.

    Topics of discussion include:

    • adaptations to Covid-19 and the battle against racial injustice in the African American community
    • solid competition at point guard
    • Wayne Arnold as a returning 3-point threat
    • addition of Nevada and Missouri State transfer Josh Hall

    ...and much more!

    It's another exciting episode of Marching to Madness!

    About the Hosts:

    Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports, Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook, Rivals, Scout.com, Time Warner Cable, and many more. He covers national college basketball for College Hoops Watch and is the founder of SoutheastHoops.com. He's also a member of the USBWA. You can follow him on Twitter @theblakelovell.

    Ken Cross has a plethora of experience over 23 years in both print and broadcast journalism. He has worked in some capacity for ESPN Radio, CBS Sports Radio, Fox Sports Radio, Sporting News Radio, Yahoo! Sports Radio and many more. This includes coverage of college football, college basketball, Carolina Panthers, Charlotte Hornets/Bobcats, Carolina Hurricanes, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Orlando Magic, and the Tampa Bay Lightning. His print and internet experiences include a college basketball writer and internet writer for Lindy's Sports Annuals and www.lindyssports.com, Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook, Field Level Media, and Rivals.com. He's the founder and editor of collegehoopswatch.com. You can follow him on Twitter @KennyBuckets333.

    19 min
  • Episode 555: Cleveland State head coach Dennis Gates

    In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome Cleveland State head coach Dennis Gates.

    Topics of discussion include:

    • adaptations to the pandemic and our mission for social justice in light of the systemic racism in the African-American community
    • working for more offensive efficiency
    • Algevon Eichelberger's next step
    • Torrey Patton's direct effects on the offense as a whole

    ...and much more!

    It's another exciting episode of Marching to Madness!

    About the Hosts:

    Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports, Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook, Rivals, Scout.com, Time Warner Cable, and many more. He covers national college basketball for College Hoops Watch and is the founder of SoutheastHoops.com. He's also a member of the USBWA. You can follow him on Twitter @theblakelovell.

    Ken Cross has a plethora of experience over 23 years in both print and broadcast journalism. He has worked in some capacity for ESPN Radio, CBS Sports Radio, Fox Sports Radio, Sporting News Radio, Yahoo! Sports Radio and many more. This includes coverage of college football, college basketball, Carolina Panthers, Charlotte Hornets/Bobcats, Carolina Hurricanes, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Orlando Magic, and the Tampa Bay Lightning. His print and internet experiences include a college basketball writer and internet writer for Lindy's Sports Annuals and www.lindyssports.com, Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook, Field Level Media, and Rivals.com. He's the founder and editor of collegehoopswatch.com. You can follow him on Twitter @KennyBuckets333.

    19 min
  • Episode 554: George Mason head coach Dave Paulsen

    In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back George Mason head coach Dave Paulsen.

    Topics of discussion include:

    • Effects of injuries last season
    • Finding depth this upcoming season after so many injuries
    • the impact and leadership of Javon Green
    • the shot-blocking prowess of A.J. Wilson

    ...and much more!

    It's another exciting episode of Marching to Madness!

    About the Hosts:

    Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports, Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook, Rivals, Scout.com, Time Warner Cable, and many more. He covers national college basketball for College Hoops Watch and is the founder of SoutheastHoops.com. He's also a member of the USBWA. You can follow him on Twitter @theblakelovell.

    Ken Cross has a plethora of experience over 23 years in both print and broadcast journalism. He has worked in some capacity for ESPN Radio, CBS Sports Radio, Fox Sports Radio, Sporting News Radio, Yahoo! Sports Radio and many more. This includes coverage of college football, college basketball, Carolina Panthers, Charlotte Hornets/Bobcats, Carolina Hurricanes, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Orlando Magic, and the Tampa Bay Lightning. His print and internet experiences include a college basketball writer and internet writer for Lindy's Sports Annuals and www.lindyssports.com, Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook, Field Level Media, and Rivals.com. He's the founder and editor of collegehoopswatch.com. You can follow him on Twitter @KennyBuckets333.

    18 min
  • Episode 553: Belmont head coach Casey Alexander

    In this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Belmont head coach Casey Alexander.

    Topics of discussion include:

    • the Bruins' ever-present offensive efficiency
    • Grayson Murphy's ability to effect a game in many ways
    • size and skills of Nick Muszynski
    • how the dynamic of the 3-point shot is a Bruins' staple

    ...and much more!

    It's another exciting episode of Marching to Madness!

    About the Hosts:

    Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New York Times, Athlon Sports, Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook, Rivals, Scout.com, Time Warner Cable, and many more. He covers national college basketball for College Hoops Watch and is the founder of SoutheastHoops.com. He's also a member of the USBWA. You can follow him on Twitter @theblakelovell.

    Ken Cross has a plethora of experience over 23 years in both print and broadcast journalism. He has worked in some capacity for ESPN Radio, CBS Sports Radio, Fox Sports Radio, Sporting News Radio, Yahoo! Sports Radio and many more. This includes coverage of college football, college basketball, Carolina Panthers, Charlotte Hornets/Bobcats, Carolina Hurricanes, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Orlando Magic, and the Tampa Bay Lightning. His print and internet experiences include a college basketball writer and internet writer for Lindy's Sports Annuals and www.lindyssports.com, Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook, Field Level Media, and Rivals.com. He's the founder and editor of collegehoopswatch.com. You can follow him on Twitter @KennyBuckets333.

    15 min

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Marching to Madness covers the entire scope of college basketball. Hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross keep you up to date on all things college hoops. The podcast has featured interviews with numerous…