Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) break down Florida's non-conference slate. It's a smart schedule, but is it a top 10 slate? The guys discuss that and break down the trap games, the value of neutral floor opportunities, "must wins," and more.
Plus, Riley Kugel shines at the Nike Academy, recruiting, and "first look" at Feast Week tournaments. 

The Schedule Show: Breaking down the Gators non-conference slate; Riley Kugel at the Nike Academy

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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.

Gators Schedule, SEC Portal SZN Recap w/Jake Winderman

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. 


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Patreon Listener Question Episode: Do we sleep with the portal closed?

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.

New Gators everywhere! Sam Alexis, Alex Lloyd, Rueben Chinyelu join program

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.

We Sleep when the Portal Closes: Patreon listener questions

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 
Girls Basketball Worldwide Foundation, which brings hoops into underserved communities, offering young girls the game and mentorship and educational opportunities along the way. 


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/.



The Schedule Show: Breaking down the Gators non-conference slate; Riley Kugel at the Nike Academy

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