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The Hoops Cap Pod

The Hoops Cap Pod

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 Hosted by Mark Zanetto 🎙 The Hoops Cap — only daily podcast For UConn men’s & women’s basketball. part of Big East EnergyNetwork2025 - Big East Energy Basketball Relationships Social Sciences
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  • BREAKING: PROTECT MARCH MADNESS.. Why expanding the NCAA Tournament would ruin it.

    BREAKING: PROTECT MARCH MADNESS.. Why expanding the NCAA Tournament would ruin it.
    Jul 9 2025
    Like and subscribe to all things @BigEastEnergyNetwork https://linktr.ee/bigeastenergy 0:00 Intro: Stop messing with March Madness 3:36 Overwhelming support for keeping 68 teams 7:15 March Madness: A recession-proof event 10:49 Power conferences benefit most from expansion 14:23 Dan Hurley: Expansion devalues regular season 17:27 Potential compromise: More bids for mid-majors 20:30 Preserving the magic of March Madness The NCAA is considering expanding March Madness from 68 to 76 teams—and it could destroy the very magic that makes the tournament the best in American sports. We break down the facts, the myths, and who’s really pushing for more “access.” #MarchMadness, #NCAA, #CollegeBasketball, #ExpandTheTournament, #68Teams, #Cinderella, #Upsets, #BracketBusters, #SelectionSunday, #BubbleTeams, #PowerConferences, #MidMajors, #AtLargeBids, #FinalFour, #SweetSixteen, #EliteEight, #FirstFour, #RegularSeason, #ConferenceTournaments, #Bracketology, #MarchMagic, #Underdogs, #BlueBloodPrograms, #BuzzerBeaters, #OneShiningMoment, #DanceTicket, #BracketChallenge, #cinderella , #TournamentExpansion, #CollegeHoops Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • DEVELOPING STORY: Paige vs. Caitlin, Redefining Rookie Impact in the WNBA

    DEVELOPING STORY: Paige vs. Caitlin, Redefining Rookie Impact in the WNBA
    Jul 7 2025
    Like and SUBSCRIBE TO ALL THING BIG EAST ENERGY! https://linktr.ee/bigeastenergy 0:00 Intro: Paige Bueckers dominating in the WNBA 5:24 Paige's seamless transition to pro basketball 8:43 WNBA All-Star voting controversy for Caitlin Clark 12:11 Comparing Paige and Caitlin's reception by peers 16:41 Iowa fans' intensity on social media 19:36 Marketing considerations for Caitlin Clark's image 23:32 Teaser for UConn's loaded roster discussion The Hoops Cap Pod dives into the WNBA debut of Paige Bueckers and the controversy surrounding Caitlin Clark's All-Star voting. Hosts analyze Bueckers' seamless transition to pro basketball, praising her efficiency and basketball IQ. They explore the contrasting receptions of Bueckers and Clark among WNBA peers, discussing potential reasons for the disparity. The conversation touches on authenticity, media training, and the challenges of navigating public perception as high-profile athletes. The hosts also examine the broader implications for player relationships and team dynamics in the WNBA, offering insights into the intersection of on-court performance and off-court persona. #Paigebueckers #wnba #uconnwbb #BasketballIQ, #seamlesstransition #DallasWings, #EfficiencyQueen, #CaitlinClark, #AllStarControversy, #PeerPerception, #AuthenticityInSports, #mediatraining , #Marketability, #personality , #collegebasketball #WNBADynamics, #TeammateSolidarity, #BrandManagement, #SocialResponsibility Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 mins
  • UConn's 15 Strong: Between Sarah Strong and Azzi Fudd, who will emerge as the Alpha?

    UConn's 15 Strong: Between Sarah Strong and Azzi Fudd, who will emerge as the Alpha?
    Jul 4 2025
    Like and SUBSCRIBE TO ALL THING BIG EAST ENERGY! https://linktr.ee/bigeastenergy Chelsea Sherrod of SNY joins The Hoops Cap Pod to discuss UConn women's basketball. They explore the team's talented 15-player roster, debating potential starting lineups and how coach Geno Auriemma might utilize his deep bench. Chelsea predicts Azzi Fudd will be the team's alpha, while acknowledging Sarah Edwards' potential for a monster year. They examine various lineup combinations and player roles, highlighting the team's versatility. The conversation touches on Caroline Ducharme's return from injury and the importance of staying healthy. The podcast concludes with a brief discussion of New York baseball, including the Yankees' struggles and the Mets' recent coaching change. 0:00 Intro and Big East Energy Network overview 5:05 UConn's talented roster and coaching strategy 9:53 Potential starting lineup combinations for UConn 14:46 Yankees' struggles and Judge's performance 18:19 Mike Brown hired as Knicks' new coach #UConnWomensBasketball, #GenoAuriemma, #AZFudd, #SarahStrong, #NCAAWomensBasketball, #BigEast, #BiggiesSynergyNetwork, #SNY, #UConnHuskies, #WomensCollegeBasketball, #PlayerOfTheYear, #CollegeBasketballLineups, #BlancaMillan, #CarolineDucharme, #YankeesTalk, #MetsTalk, #MLBTradeDeadline, #AaronJudge, #KnicksCoach, #MikeBrown Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    21 mins

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