Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women basketball writer Cassandra Negley discuss whether the Golden State Valkyries can live up to their historic inaugural 2025 season. Is it possible the two-year-old franchise could reach a championship title in the next five years? Golden State Valkyries President Jess Smith stops by the show to give her insight on the team's origin, the philosophy shaping their winning culture and her future goals for the team.

Plus, Caroline and Cass dive into the latest free agency buzz, unpacking why standout guard Natasha Cloud remains unsigned and what the future might hold for veteran star Tina Charles.

What’s your biggest takeaway from Jess Smith’s insight? Drop your thoughts in the comments.

01:43 - Can the Golden State Valkyries' second season live up to their inaugural season?

08:17 - Does the Valkyries' success put pressure on the Portland Fire & Toronto Tempo?

15:35 - Golden State Valkyries President Jess Smith joins the show

29:43 - Why hasn't WNBA guard Natasha Cloud been signed?

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Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton is joined by Dallas Wings reporter Myah Taylor of the Dallas News to break down the team’s mindset as they build toward the 2026 season. After finishing last in 2025, can the Wings make the leap to playoff contention in just one year?

The duo also reacts to No. 1 draft pick Azzi Fudd’s introductory press conference, highlighting how quickly players must adjust from college basketball to the WNBA. What kind of pressure comes with entering the league as a six-figure rookie, and how might Fudd handle it? Plus, stick around for a behind-the-scenes look at some of the team’s funniest off-the-court quirks.

Got a bold take? Drop it in the comments.

TIMECODES:

01:22 - Was Azzi Fudd the right selection for Dallas?

06:40 - Can the Dallas Wings make the postseason?

07:59 - What is Jose Fernandez like as a head coach?

13:55 - What to make of the Azzi-Paige relationship questions

21:46 - How has Azzi transitioned from college to pros?

25:30 - Azzi Fudd introductory press conference

30:39 - Biggest takeaways from Wings training camp?

34:58 - What are some funny behind-the-scenes quirks the Wings have?

35:54 - What to continue to keep an eye on for the Wings?

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Hoops 360 host Cassandra Negley is joined by CT Insider’s UConn women’s basketball beat reporter Maggie Vanoni to break down the biggest moments from the 2026 WNBA Draft. Were there any surprises among the top picks? And will the Flau’jae Johnson trade ultimately be the right fit for the LSU star?

Cass and Maggie also dive into the most impactful moves in WNBA free agency so far, including updates on the Connecticut Sun, New York Liberty, Atlanta Dream, and more. Plus, they react to the WNBA Commissioner’s recent comments on the sale and devoted fanbase of the Connecticut Sun ahead of the team’s planned move to Houston in 2027.

Got thoughts on the draft or free agency? Drop your takeaways in the comments!

TIMECODES:

01:25 - Were there any surprises from top WNBA draft picks?

12:27 - What to make of Flau'jae Johnson trade to Seattle Storm

20:31 - Overall favorite moment from the 2026 WNBA draft?

23:46 - Reactions to Cathy Engelbert's comments on Connecticut Sun sale

29:44 - Reactions to Cathy Engelbert's comments on WNBA CBA

34:20 - What trends are we seeing in WNBA free agency?

48:40 - Who's a fringe finals contender this season?

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Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and basketball analyst Isis “Ice” Young break down the national title matchup between South Carolina and UCLA that ultimately delivered the Bruins their first-ever NCAA championship. The duo dives into key moments and standout performances while also highlighting what this historic win means for UCLA’s program moving forward.

They also unpack the highly talked-about sideline altercation between Dawn Staley and Geno Auriemma that happened after South Carolina’s Final Four win. Plus, with the NCAA tournament now in the rearview, Caroline and Ice evaluate which players boosted—or hurt—their WNBA Draft stock during March Madness.

Be sure to join the conversation and drop your thoughts in the comments!

00:58 - Biggest takeaways from UCLA 79-51 rout of South Carolina to win the NCAA national championship?

12:17 - Was South Carolina hungover from beating UConn?

15:55 - When did we start to trust UCLA?

19:18 - Which returning players are you excited to watch next season?

26:58 - How has Lauren Betts' draft stock changed?

31:52 - How has Azzi Fudd's draft stock changed?

34:57 - Cori Close on winning NCAA national championship: "I wanted to find uncommon, courageous women..."

36:49 - Dawn Staley on 79-51 loss against UCLA: "We just didn't have it today, they were the better team"

38:12 - What did the Geno-Dawn altercation mean to you?

48:38 - Final thoughts on college hoops season?

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Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton, basketball analyst Isis Young, and women’s basketball writer and podcaster Jordan Robinson break down the Final Four matchups featuring the No. 1 seeds. Can South Carolina find a way to crack UConn? And will Texas standout Kyla Oldacre give UCLA star Lauren Betts a run for her money?

The trio also reacts to Geno Auriemma’s comments on the regional format. Plus, they have some fun looking back at the most memorable storylines and biggest star moments from the tournament so far.

Let us know your bold Final Four predictions in the comments!

01:13 - What stands out in South Carolina vs. UConn matchup?

07:22 - Is this South Carolina team in a better position to beat this UConn team than last year?

14:43 - What stands out in Texas vs. UCLA matchup?

25:40 - Did UCLA’s game against Duke make them more equipped to win a championship?

35:42 - What to make of Geno Auriemma's comments on the regionals format

50:37 - What have been the most notable storylines from NCAAW tournament so far?

01:02:45 - Upcoming games to watch

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Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and basketball analyst Isis Young take a fun look back at the most notable moments from Rounds 1 and 2 of the NCAA Tournament, breaking down the biggest surprises, standout performances, and storylines that shaped the opening weekend.

The duo then turns its attention to the Sweet 16. They preview their must-watch matchups including what to expect from a high-stakes Duke vs. LSU showdown, as well as the electrifying guard battle between Notre Dame’s Hannah Hidalgo and Vanderbilt’s Mikayla Blakes.

Join the conversation and let us know—which Sweet 16 matchup are you most excited to watch?

01:33 - What were the biggest takeaways from the first two rounds?

11:33 - How impactful is having home-court advantage?

18:51 - University of Virginia head coach Amaka Agugua-Hamilton on playing at Iowa's home court

25:15 - What are our must-watch Sweet 16 games?

39:17 - Upcoming games to watch

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Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton, Cassandra Negley, and basketball analyst Isis “Ice” Young break down the newly agreed-upon WNBA CBA. Breanna Stewart joins the show to discuss the negotiation process and reflect on her championship season with Unrivaled.

UCLA guard Kiki Rice also stops by to share her mindset heading into March and the Bruins’ goals as they chase their first national title. Plus, the crew debates which coaches and players have a chance to cement their legacy as March Madness legends this season.

Have a question or topic you want covered? Drop it in the comments — we might feature it in a future episode.

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Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton, Cassandra Negley and basketball analyst Isis “Ice” Young react to the latest developments in the WNBA CBA negotiations. What does another missed deadline mean for the league and its players and how did Breanna Stewart and Kelsey Plum’s letter to WNBPA executive director Terri Jackson shake up the conversation?

The trio also breakdown the most notable takeaways from conference tournaments and discuss how certain wins and losses will impact Selection Sunday. Plus - this week’s spotlight players of the week!

Got a question or topic you want covered? Drop it in the comments — we might feature it in a future episode.

TIMECODES:

01:21 - Update on the WNBA CBA negotiation timeline

02:00 - How could accelerated rookie contracts impact WNBA rosters?

06:44 - What did Breanna Stewart & Kelsey Plum's letter mean for CBA negotiations?

14:43 - What to make of Caitlin Clark and Breanna Stewarts comments on CBA negotiations

18:47 - What continues to be in question with no CBA agreement?

30:36 - What are the biggest takeaways from NCAA conference tournaments?

31:21 - Big Ten: Does UCLA deserve to be No. 1 overall seed?

41:43 - SEC: Texas takes down South Carolina 78-61 for SEC title

52:24 - Big 12: What does the Big 12 title mean for WVU?

57:38 - Spotlight Players of the Week

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