Ramble On! A Loyola Chicago Basketball Show

Episode 29 - Zach and George are back after the first week of Rambler basketball, and well, it wasn't pretty. The guys break down Loyola's 1-2 start against Cleveland State, Mercyhurst, and North Texas, discussing the overarching problems the team needs to work through, and vent about the disappointing start that saw the Ramblers' at-large hopes immediately dashed. We also preview the next pair of Rambler games on the road against the Shockers of Wichita State, and a home match-up against the Colorado State Rams. Follow us on X/Twitter: @Coe_Zach @GGerbracht @RambleOnPodInstagram: @zachcoesports | @RambleOnPod_Youtube: Entering Kenmore

Episode 28 - Zach and George are back with Part 2 of the season preview! We look at the second half of the Ramblers' non-conference schedule, giving our overall thoughts on a much-improved non-con slate. We look ahead to Monday's season opener against Cleveland State and make some predictions for the season, including record, MVP, newcomer of the year, and more!Follow us on X/Twitter: @Coe_Zach @GGerbracht @RambleOnPodInstagram: @zachcoesports | @RambleOnPod_Youtube: Entering Kenmore

Episode 27 - Season 2 of the Rambler On Podcast is here! In Part 1 of our season preview, Zach and George take a look at the 8 newcomers to the Ramblers roster and break down what kind of impact they may have on the 2025-26 season. We review the first 6 games of the non-conference schedule and give our general thoughts on the season ahead. Finally, we discuss the first Rambler game action of the season, an exhibition against cross-town rival DePaul. Follow us on X/Twitter: @Coe_Zach @GGerbracht @RambleOnPodInstagram: @zachcoesports | @RambleOnPod_Youtube: Entering Kenmore

Zach and George recap the 2024-25 season of Rambler basketball after the Blers fell to the Mocs of Chatanooga in the NIT semifinals last Tuesday night. The guys give out the first annual Ramble On Awards, giving flowers to some marquee Ramblers, and our overall grades for the season. The guys react to three Ramblers hitting the transfer portal and update our portal wishlist as #PortalKombat is officially in full swing. Thank you to everyone who tuned in for the first season of the pod! Make sure to like and Subscribe!Follow us on Twitter! @Coe_Zach, @GGGerbracht, and @RambleOnPod__

Episode 25 - Zach and George break down the Ramblers' two NIT wins over San Jose State and San Franscico and give their thoughts on the Round of 64 and 32 in the NCAA Tournament. The guys preview the Ramblers NIT Quarterfinal matchup with the Golden Flashes of Kent State. Zach and George discuss the portal opening and the negative effects that the "wild, wild west" nature of the portal has on both the NCAA tournament and mid majors as a whole. Thanks for tunning in! Make sure to like and Subscribe!Follow us on Twitter! @Coe_Zach, @GGGerbracht, and @RambleOnPod__

Episode 23 - The guys discuss the A10 awards and why they think some Ramblers got snubbed. Zach and George recap the Ramblers weekend in the A10 Tourney. Breaking down what went wrong in Saturday's loss to VCU. A preview of Wednesday's NIT matchup against San Jose State and a discussion about our excitement (or lack thereof) for the NIT. We look around college basketball, discussing some of the top storylines including South Alabama's NIT disaster, and Iona firing Tobin Anderson. Finally, Zach gives his way too early and mostly uninformed transfer portal wish list. And the guys explain why they think priority #1 this offseason needs to be retaining two key RamblersFollow us on Twitter and Instagram! @RambleOnPod__

Episode 22 - Zach and George recap the Ramblers 2-0 week to secure the double bye in this week's A10 Tournament. The guys look back at the roller coaster of a season, looking back at our (very bad) A10 standings predictions, and give Drew Valentine his flowers for a remarkable job this season, We make the case for Drew Valentine to win Coach of the Year, Miles Rubin for Defensive Player of the Year, and Jayden Dawson as a first-team All-A10. Finally, we look ahead to the A10 Tournament, preview the three potential Ramblers matchups and give our entire brackets for the tournament.

Episode 21 - Zach and George recap the Ramblers' blowout win over George Washington and the blowout loss at the hands of St.Louis. The guys explain why they're not even a little worried after the blowout loss ahead of next week's A10 Tourney. Zach and George preview the Ramblers' final two regular season games and discuss the importance of taking care of business to secure the double bye.

Episode 20 - Zach and George are having fun watching Rambler basketball! The guys recap Loyola's wins over Davidson and Dayton to stretch their winning streak to 4 and catapult them into 3rd place in the A10. The guys highlight the stars of the week, including Des Watson and Miles Rubin, Zach and George preview the Ramblers' next two matchups against George Washington and St.Louis and discuss where they stand heading into the home stretch of Conference Play. Finally, the guys give credit where it's due to the coaches and players for turning the season around and discuss just how far they think this hot streak can extend. Follow us on Twitter!@RambleOnPod__@Coe_Zach@GGGerbrachtFollow us on Instagram!@RambleOnPod

Episode 19 - Zach and George breakdown the Ramblers 2-0 week with victories over Richmond and St. Louis. Discussing how it feels like Loyola is getting hot at the perfect time to ride momentum into March. The guys give Sheldon Edwards his flowers as he continues to etch himself into Loyola history with his play on the court and leadership. And talk about Jayden Dawson and his ascension into stardom. Zach and George preview this week's games on the road against Davidson and a marquee home matchup against Dayton. Finally, Zach addresses this week in Rambler Twitter and a "hot take" that faced serious pushback

Zach and George relive the highs and lows of the last week of Rambler basketball, recapping the blowout victory over St. Bonaventure, and the disappointing loss on the road in Duquesne. The guys continue to ride the roller coaster of the season, as self-inflicted wounds once again plague Loyola. Finally, the guys look ahead to the next two games on the road against the Spiders of Richmond and a FridA10 Rivalry game hosting St, Louis. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to like and subscribe to the pod!Follow us on Twitter!@RambleOnPod__@Coe_Zach@GGGerbrachtFollow us on Instagram!@RambleOnPod

Episode 17 - Zach and George discuss yet another 1-1 week for the Ramblers after an overtime loss @ George Mason and a home win over St. Joe's. Zach and George highlight the lack of an 'alpha' on the offensive side of the floor, the continued disappointing play of Miles Rubin, and the Ramblers' inability to string together multiple wins in a row. The guys preview Loyola's next two conference matchups, at home on Tuesday night against St. Bonaventure and on the road against the defending A10 tournament Champion Duquenese. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to like and subscribe to the pod! Follow us on Twitter!@RambleOnPod__@Coe_Zach@GGGerbrachtFollow us on Instagram!@RambleOnPod

Episode 16 - Zach and George discuss the Ramblers' four-point victory over the Fordham Rams last Wednesday at Gentile Arena, breaking down another frustrating performance. The guys talk about the lack of consistent effort from the team, and who's to blame for the uneven start to conference play. Finally, Zach and George preview the Ramblers' next two A10 matchups on the road against George Mason and a home matchup against St. Joe's Follow us on Twitter! @RambleOnPod__ @Coe_Zach @GGGerbracht Follow us on Instagram! @RambleOnPod

Episode 15 - Zach and George break down the Ramblers 1-1 week with a home win against Rhode Island and an OT Thriller on the road in Dayton. Hear Zach and George's thoughts on the crushing end to the Dayton game and where the guys stand on the state of the team as conference play is in full swing. George previews the Ramblers' next game, a home matchup against the Rams of Fordham, and looks ahead at a funky scheduling week for Loyola. Make sure to like and subscribe to the podcast! Follow us on Twitter!@RambleOnPod__@Coe_Zach@GGGerbracht

Episode 14: Zach and George discuss the Ramblers' blowout loss in Philadelphia against the Hawks of St. Joe's. The guys zoom out on the scope of where the Ramblers' season is heading, how much the team is missing starting point guard Justin Moore, and who can step in the season and as a leader in his absence. Zach and George preview the Ramblers two upcoming games one at Gentile on Wednesday Night against the University of Rhode Island Rams, and a massive road matchup against the top team in the A10, the Dayton Flyers. Make sure to like and subscribe to the pod and follow us on Twitter/X:@Coe_Zach@GGGerbracht@RambleOnPod__

Episode 13 - Zach and George breakdown Loyola's road win over LaSalle and discuss how the Ramblers can build positive momentum from this win to springboard a strong A10 schedule. The guys preview the second leg of the Ramblers Philly road trip, a Saturday afternoon matchup with St. Joe's. Finally, Zach and George discuss two major upsets in the early days of Atlantic 10 play. Make sure to like and subscribe to the pod and follow us on Twitter/X:@Coe_Zach@GGGerbracht@RambleOnPod__

Episode 12 - Zach and George break down the Ramblers' fourth consecutive loss, this one at the hands of the VCU Rams in the A10 play opener. Zach highlights a troubling trend for Loyola amid their skid and makes note of something he's looking for out of Drew Valentine in the coming weeks. George previews the Ramblers Wednesday Night matchup in Philly with La Salle and takes you on a tour around the A10. Finally, Zach and George give their A10 regular season predictions. Make sure to like and subscribe to the pod and follow us on Twitter/X:@Coe_Zach@GGGerbracht@RambleOnPod__

Episode 11 - Zach and George recap the Ramblers Christmas Day loss to Murray State to claim last place in the Diamond Head Classic, sharing their final thoughts on a brutal three days in Hawaii for the Ramblers. The guys look ahead to Saturday's A10 opening game where Loyola will welcome preseason favorite VCU to Gentile and discuss what the Ramblers need to do to bounce back with a big upset win. Make sure to like and subscribe to the pod and follow us on Twitter/X:@Coe_Zach@GGGerbracht@RambleOnPod__

Episode 10 - Zach and George breakdown the Ramblers two disappointing wins in the first two games of the Diamond Head Classic. Zach and George breakdown what went wrong in both losses, and where the Ramblers go from here. The guys preview the potential last-place matchups in Charlotte and Murray State and talk about how the Ramblers can rebound and build momentum into A10 play. Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to like and subscribe and follow the guys on Twitter/X@RambleOnPod__@Coe_Zach@GGGerbracht

Episode 9: Zach and George discuss the Ramblers 12 point victory over the Canisius Golden Griffins. Giving our takes on the Ramblers mounting injury problems, what players need to continue to step up in the absence of the key injured players in the front court. The guys look ahead to the Diamond Head Classic, previewing the Ramblers' first-round matchup against the Oakland Golden Grizzlies and examining potential second-round opponents Oregon State and College of Charleston. Make sure to like and subscribe to the pod and follow us on Twitter/X@Coe_Zach @GGGerbracht@RambleOnPod__