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Hoops 360 dishes out the most compelling storylines from across the world of women’s basketball from can’t-miss matchups and breakout performances to historic milestones and rising stars. Join Caroline Fenton, Isis "Ice" Young & Cassandra Negley as they take listeners courtside and beyond, meshing expert analysis with bold hot takes, while also highlighting the most memorable off-the-court moments. Covering every league, every level, and every play that matters, Hoops 360 is your all-access pass to women’s basketball, all year round.
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Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down the latest WNBA CBA proposal delivered to players this past Friday night - what’s changed, what it means, and what comes next.UCLA head coach Cori Close joins the show to share the mindset she instills in her program and how she’s watched Lauren Betts evolve into a star for the Bruins. Plus, Cass and Caroline react to Tennessee’s record-breaking 43-point loss to South Carolina and dig into what might be going wrong for the Vols.Got questions or topics you want covered? Drop them in the comments and we’ll hit them on a future episode.01:53 - What's new in the latest newest WNBA CBA proposal?04:51 - Has there been a shift in how fans are viewing the WNBA CBA negotiations11:40 - UCLA head coach Cori Close joins Hoops 360!39:38 - What did Coach Close take away from UCLA's close win over Michigan?45:58 - Is it panic time for the Tennessee Vols after record-breaking 43-point loss to South Carolina?01:00:04 - Player Spotlights of the Week: Rori Harmon & Avery Howel01:03:44 - Upcoming games to watch: Unrivaled 1x1 tournament01:05:25 - Upcoming games to watch: NCAAW
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Hoops 360 host Cassandra Negley and UConn women's basketball beat reporter for CT Insider Maggie Vanoni highlight the most important takeaways from the WNBA and WNBPA’s meeting this past Monday. Are the sides closer or further from securing a CBA?The duo also dives into Unrivaled’s massive weekend in Philly, UConn’s continued dominance, and what it all means for the women’s basketball landscape. Plus, Athletes Unlimited and WNBA guard Kia Nurse joins the show to share her perspective on the CBA, discuss free agency, and talk about her alma mater, #1 UConn.Got questions or topics you want covered? Drop them in the comments and we’ll hit them on a future episode.
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Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down Iowa’s ongoing surge in it’s post–Caitlin Clark era as the Hawkeyes make the AP Top 10 for the first time since her departure. ESPN bracketology expert Charlie Creme joins the show to share his latest insights on the women’s college basketball postseason picture.Plus, how does the WNBA release a schedule without a finalized CBA? Caroline and Cass unpack why the move makes senses for the league.Have questions or topics you want covered? Drop them in the comments and we’ll address them on the show!01:29 - Biggest takeaways from post-Caitlin Clark Iowa so far this season?09:25 - Player Spotlights of the Week: Negley - Aaliyah Chavez | Fenton - Ta'Niya Latson14:40 - ESPN expert bracketologist Charlie Creme joins the show!43:41 - How is there a WNBA schedule without a WNBA CBA?49:54 - What stands out to you most about the 2026 WNBA schedule?54:29 - Upcoming games to watch: Unrivaled & NCAAW
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Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down their midseason picks for college basketball’s biggest awards. The hosts discuss who’s leading the Player of the Year race as of now, along with Defensive Player of the Year, Freshman of the Year and Coach of the Year. The duo also highlights some under-the-radar teams who are quietly making noise outside the Top 25.Plus—Breanna Stewart was drafted ten years ago?! Caroline and Cass tap into the 2016 throwback trend to revisit what the WNBA looked like a decade ago.Have questions or topics you want covered? Drop them in the comments, and they just might make it onto the show.
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Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down the latest WNBA CBA update as the offseason clock continues to tick. How could a potential moratorium impact the league and its players? The duo is also joined by WNBA and Unrivaled guard Erica Wheeler, who shares what makes playing for Unrivaled unique and what it’s like being coached by WNBA legend Teresa Weatherspoon.Plus, Caroline and Cass unpack Vic Schaefer’s comments after LSU hands Texas its first loss of the season and spotlight their favorite college players of the week.Have questions or topics you want covered on Hoops 360? Drop them in the comments and you might hear them addressed on the show!
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Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down the latest developments in the WNBA CBA negotiations as the third deadline looms. Where do the league and the WNBPA stand—and is a strike on the horizon? The hosts also dive into the tipoff of Unrivaled and ask a big question: what will the Lunar Owls look like without star forward Napheesa Collier?Plus, Atlanta Dream and Athletes Unlimited guard Te-Hina Paopao joins the show! Te-Hina talks about her transition from South Carolina to the professional game and shares her goals and excitement heading into the AU season.Got questions or topics for Hoops 360? Email us at hoops360@yahoosports.com and you could hear them on the show!
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Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley tip off the new year by unveiling their bold 2026 resolutions for women’s basketball. They break down the latest in WNBA CBA negotiations and highlight the growing momentum behind Unrivaled. They also spotlight Duke’s improved consistency, which must continue as the team enters conference play. Plus, the duo shares what they hope to see next from the Connecticut Sun as questions around ownership continue.Got questions or topics for Hoops 360? Email us at hoops360@yahoosports.com and you could hear them on the show!
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Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley look back on an eventful 2025 and highlight their own top five moments of the year. Between the WNBA, college hoops, and everything happening on and off the court, the duo run through their most memorable moments you won’t want to miss.Got questions or topics for Hoops 360? Email us at hoops360@yahoosports.com and you could hear them on the show!
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Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley sit down with Toronto Tempo’s inaugural franchise head coach, Sandy Brondello, to discuss what it takes to build a brand-new franchise from the ground up. Brondello shares insight into the challenges—and the rewards—of leading a first-year expansion team.Plus, Caroline and Cass react to Caitlin Clark’s comments on the ongoing WNBA CBA negotiations and break down where the top teams in women’s college basketball truly stand so far this season.Got questions or topics for Hoops 360? Email us at hoops360@yahoosports.com and you could hear them on the show!
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Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women’s basketball writer Cassandra Negley sit down with Notre Dame superstar Hannah Hidalgo for a deep dive into team chemistry, leadership, and handling big-time pressure. Hannah also shares her biggest takeaways from the Fighting Irish’s solid start to the season.Caroline and Cassandra break down what goes into negotiating a new CBA—and debate the question on everyone’s mind: Can UConn actually run the table this year? Hear their bold predictions and insider insight.Got questions or topics for Hoops 360? Email us at hoops360@yahoosports.com and you could hear them on the show!
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Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women’s basketball writer Cassandra Negley spotlight the biggest takeaways from NCAAW Feast Week, including Texas’ domination and Duke’s underwhelming offensive effort.Ari Chambers joins the show to discuss her thoughts on the WNBA CBA and why the ACC is struggling right now. Plus, sports reporter Zora Stephenson highlights emerging trends across women’s college basketball and spotlights standout guard Hannah Hidalgo.Have questions or topics you want us to cover on Hoops 360? Send them our way at hoops360@yahoosports.com!
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Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women’s basketball writer Cassandra Negley dive into everything you need to know about Women’s College Basketball Feast Week! The duo breaks down what Feast Week is and why it’s become one of the sport’s must-see early-season events.They also spotlight the biggest ranked matchups, the storylines brewing among tournaments, and the players they expect to make a major splash as teams hit the national stage.
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Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton is joined by Sports Reporter for The Washington Post Ava Wallace to break down the biggest takeaways from the top NCAAW’s matchups this past week. They make the case for why the SEC is the most exciting conference to watch this season, plus, look at upcoming games you don’t want to miss.The duo also discusses why the Chicago Sky were the only WNBA team to put in a bid to host the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game and what that says about where the league stands.1:44 - Takeaways from (18) USC @ (9) NC State9:46 - Takeaways from (6) Oklahoma @ (3) UCLA14:36 - Where does Oklahoma fit in the SEC?16:58 - Have UConn & South Carolina secured their dominance already?23:11 - Which conference race will be most exciting?30:47 - Why was Chicago the only city to bid for the 2026 WNBA All-Star game?42:20 - Upcoming NCAAW games to watch
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Hoops 360 co-hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down the thrilling start to the women’s college basketball season, spotlighting standout performances from UConn, Duke, Baylor, and more.Plus, Ava Wallace, sports reporter for The Washington Post, joins the show to discuss which WNBA draft prospects could be a strong fit for the Washington Mystics. The trio also dives into how the WNBA’s CBA stacks up against those of the NBA and other major leagues.01:12 - Send your questions and topics for Hoops 360 to hoops360@yahoosports.com01:43 - Biggest takeaways from NCAAW tipoff: UConn wins, Duke upset by Baylor, NC State take Tenn.04:45 - Will UConn win back-to-back championships?08:17 - Biggest takeaways from NCAAW tipoff: UConn wins, Duke upset by Baylor, NC State take Tenn.13:24 - Hoops 360 welcomes Ava Wallace, Sports Reporter for The Washington Post13:42 - How are the Mystics building for the future?17:14 - What NBA mentality have the Mystics adopted during rebuild?22:09 - Can you call this a "rebuild" for the Mystics?25:18 - What do you expect to see from the Mystics in offseason?26:33 - Is Azzi Fudd the best player in the 2026 WNBA draft?28:09 - Which players will be a top-5 pick in the WNBA draft?30:19 - Who will be the face of the league this season?32:14 - Early pick to win the 2026 NCAAW championship?33:57 - How do you compare the WNBA CBA and the NBA CBA?37:35 - What league could we compare the WNBA's future to?44:55 - Upcoming NCAAW matchups to watch
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Hoops 360 co-hosts Caroline Fenton, Cassandra Negley and Isis “Ice” Young react to the WNBA CBA deadline extension and discuss what that means for the league. Plus - women’s college basketball is back! Hoops 360 breaks down all the players and teams you must keep an eye on as the 2025-26 season tips off.The trio also gives an update on all new WNBA coaching hires and questions why the New York Liberty are still on the hunt.00:59 - Fans can send questions and topics to hoops360@yahoosports.com!01:51 - What does the CBA deadline extension mean?08:13 - What would a lockout do for the league?14:17 - Who should we keep an eye on this 2025-26 season?18:12 - What does it take to be the face of the league?20:29 - Must the face of league play for an elite program?26:21 - What teams should we keep an eye on this 2025-26 season?36:39 - More players & matchups to get excited about39:11 - WNBA coaching updates: Jose Fernandez, Sandy Brondello, Sonia Raman50:57 - Notre Dame guard KK Bransford joins Hoops 360!1:07:47 - Thanks for joining Hoops 360!
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Hoops 360 co-hosts Caroline Fenton, Cassandra Negley and Isis “Ice” Young highlight three teams that need to make major changes in the offseason and three teams that could keep the same formula in hopes to run back another successful season in 2026.The trio also reacts to the Portland Fire hiring new head coach Alex Sarama and discuss what Adam’s Silvers comments on the WNBA CBA mean big picture.01:38 - What teams must make changes this offseason?01:59 - Chicago Sky06:54 - Minnesota Lynx14:08 - Los Angeles Sparks19:27 - Which 3 teams can keep the same formula?19:54 - Atlanta Dream26:00 - New York Liberty36:30 - Indiana Fever43:14 - What to make of Portland Fire hiring head coach Alex Sarama45:53 - Main takeaways from Adam Silver's WNBA CBA comments
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Hoops 360 co-hosts Caroline Fenton, Cassandra Negley, and Isis “Ice” Young highlight the Las Vegas Aces’ 2025 Championship victory and react to Nate Tibbetts’ ejection and Cathy Engelbert being good. They also talk about coaching vacancies and where Sandy Brondello could end up.The trio also discusses WNBA free agency and takes a look at the AP women’s college basketball preseason top 25.TIMECODES:01:50 - Recapping the 2025 WNBA Championship matchup10:41 - Fair or Foul: Nate Tibbetts ejection15:22 - What to make of fans booing Cathy Engelbert16:30 - What to expect from this WNBA offseason: Where are we on cba negotiations?31:49 - What to expect from WNBA offseason: How is the CBA impacting free agency?40:02 - Where will fired WNBA coaches end up?43:19 - What trends are we seeing with new coaching hires?49:52 - Breaking down the AP women's college basketball preseason top 25
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Hoops 360 co-hosts Caroline Fenton, Cassandra Negley and Isis “Ice” Young highlight the Las Vegas Aces electric game-3 win over the Phoenix Mercury and discuss how the Aces are cementing their dynasty right in front of our eyes. They breakdown the timeline of what has unraveled between Napheesa Collier and Cathy Engelbert and the impact it could have on the league as the controversies continue.The trio also previews game 4 of the WNBA Finals where the Aces could sweep the Mercury and take home the 2025 WNBA championship.TIMECODES:01:11 - How did the Las Vegas Aces win game 3?12:56 - What would be more surprising?: Aces sweep or Mercury force game 519:39 - How much did the environments play a role in games 1, 2 & 3?25:37 - How will Las Vegas Aces dynasty rank among WNBA?32:43 - Napheesa Collier & Cathy Engelbert contention takeaways56:31 - 2025 WNBA All-Defensive team announced57:50 - 2025 WNBA Finals upcoming games57:57 - 2025 WNBA Finals game 4 predictions
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Hoops 360 co-hosts Caroline Fenton, Cassandra Negley and Isis “Ice” Young highlight the exciting game 5 battle between the Las Vegas Aces and the Indiana Fever, react to Napheesa Collier’s scorching comments towards Cathy Engelbert and the WNBA and preview the 2025 WNBA Finals matchup.The trio also predicts who will win the 2025 WNBA championship: the Las Vegas Aces or the Phoenix Mercury.01:31 - Takeaways from Las Vegas Aces victory over Indiana Fever11:50 - How will Napheesa Collier's comments change the WNBA?29:08 - What is Cathy Engelbert's future with the WNBA?35:48 - How did the Las Vegas Aces go from .500 to Finals?38:16 - What must the Mercury to do take down the Aces?43:40 - WNBA Finals x-factors for the Aces and the Mercury49:16 - WNBA Finals predictions: Aces or Mercury?
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Hoops 360 co-hosts Caroline Fenton, Cassandra Negley and Isis “Ice” Young preview both game 3 matchups of the WNBA semifinals and give their takes on how each game will shake out. They also all weigh in on the news of the New York Liberty parting ways with the winningest coach of all time, Sandy Brondello.Plus, the trio deliberate what it means big picture when players, such as Angel Reese, chose to skip exit interviews at the end of their season. 00:42 - WNBA semifinals format01:11 - Minnesota Lynx vs. Phoenix Mercury series recap09:53 - Minnesota Lynx vs. Phoenix Mercury game 3 & 4 preview16:55 - Las Vegas Aces vs. Indiana Fever game 1 & game 2 recap31:35 - Las Vegas Aces vs. Indiana Fever game 3 and game 4 preview37:16 - Should Liberty have let Sandy Brondello go?50:35 - What is the impact of exit interview?56:43 - Upcoming semifinals games
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