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Welcome to 28.5 Women’s Basketball, the ultimate podcast for women’s basketball enthusiasts! Hosted by two former Division 1 women’s basketball players, this podcast offers a unique and authentic perspective on the game. Join us as we share insider stories, break down upcoming matchups, and discuss the latest news and trends in women’s basketball. Whether you’re a player, coach, or passionate fan, 28.5 offers a unique perspective that you won’t find anywhere else. Tune into the conversation as we celebrate the passion, skill, and dedication that makes women’s basketball truly special.
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1st Quarter – Coaches Innovating in Women’s Basketball We open by discussing coaches and programs driving change in women’s basketball, highlighting USC, UConn, Oklahoma, TCU, Michigan, and Vanderbilt, and how recruiting, NIL, and the transfer portal are shaping success. 2nd Quarter – Midseason All-Star Picks We each share our Midseason All-Star starting five and debate our choices, breaking down what separates these players based on performance and impact. 3rd Quarter – Coaches We’d Want t...
In the 1st Quarter, we dig into NC State’s suspension of one of their post players and what her absence means for a shallow Wolfpack rotation heading into conference play. The 2nd Quarter breaks down Iowa State’s rivalry win over Iowa, fueled by standout performances from Audie Crooks and Addie Brown. In the 3rd Quarter, we unpack the NCAA’s proposed transfer‑portal rule changes—shorter windows, new timing exceptions, and how coaching moves could factor into January’s review. The 4...
We’re bringing the heat this week! 1st Quarter – ACC vs SEC Women’s Challenge: We break down the biggest battles—Oklahoma vs NC State, Tennessee vs Stanford, South Carolina vs Louisville, Texas vs UNC, Ole Miss vs Notre Dame, and LSU vs Duke—spotlighting game-changing strategies and standout performances. 2nd Quarter – Top Scorers & Stats: Who’s lighting up the scoreboard? We dive into Audie Crooks, Hannah Hidalgo, Liv McGill, Mikayla Blakes, and Mia Castro, plus Ball State’s jaw-dropping...
In this episode, we dive into two big topics shaping college basketball: First Half – Players Era Championship & NIL Impact We break down the tournament’s innovative structure, the inclusion of women’s teams, and the eye-popping $1,000,000 NIL payout per team. We recap Texas’s wins over UCLA and South Carolina, UCLA’s bounce-back against Duke, and Duke’s offensive struggles. Plus, we spotlight standout players like Rory Harmon, Madison Booker, and Justice Carlton, and analyze coaching str...
We kick off with upsets: we break down Iowa’s short-handed stunner over #7 Baylor—shoutouts to Ava Heiden and Hannah Stuelke, and Baylor’s Taliah Scott—then relive Notre Dame’s buzzer-beating win over #11 USC behind Hannah Hidalgo, improved defense, and lifts from KK Bransford and Vanessa De Jesus. We keep it rolling with marquee wins and tight games: we unpack #1 UConn vs. #6 Michigan—spotlighting Syla Swords, Azzi Fudd, and Sarah Strong—and why Michigan looks disciplined, plus Kentuck...
Player Movement and Fan Engagement Transfers are reshaping college basketball and making it harder for fans to follow their favorite stars. Becca and Sydney discuss the impact on loyalty and highlight big names like Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, and Haley Van Lith. UCLA’s Big Week Two statement wins for the Bruins: #3 UCLA beat #6 Oklahoma 73–59 and #11 UNC 78–60. We break down guard dominance and coaching adjustments. Record-Breaking Performances and Drama Hannah Hidalgo scored 44 points...
Check out Episode 2 featuring week 1 of women's college basketball news and outcomes! 1st Quarter: NC State and Baylor deliver early-season shockers with upsets over Tennessee and Duke, setting the tone for a wild opening week. 2nd Quarter: Key injuries to Juju Watkins, Chloe Kitts, and Sienna Betts plus Ruby Whitehorn’s dismissal from Tennessee dominate headlines. 3rd Quarter: UConn looks unstoppable after a big win over Louisville, while USC stuns NC State behind clutch performances and sm...
We’re back for Season 2 of 28.5 Women’s Basketball and diving straight into the action! In this episode, Becca and Sydney break down the hottest topics shaping the 2025–2026 women’s college basketball season: Transfer Portal Frenzy – Who won big? We spotlight game-changing moves like Tanaya Latson to South Carolina, Olivia Miles to TCU, Serah Williams to UConn, and more.Preseason Top 25 – From UConn’s reigning dominance to South Carolina’s depth and UCLA’s star power, we analyze the top conte...
In this exciting conclusion to the inaugural season of 28.5 Women's Basketball, hosts Becca and Sydney break down the highlights of women's hoops. They kick things off with the Final Four recap and UConn's triumphant claim to the national championship title. The second quarter dives deep into the transfer portal, unraveling the intrigue of who's moving where and which players remain undecided. For the third quarter, Becca and Sydney bring you up to speed on the WNBA Draft, revealing where col...
In this can't-miss episode of 28.5 Women's Basketball, Sydney and Becca take listeners through an exciting four-quarter format filled with insights, stories, and the latest buzz in women’s college basketball. Quarter One: A deep dive into the Sweet 16 and Elite Eight results. Which teams secured their spots in the Final Four, and what were the standout performances? The hosts break it all down. Quarter Two: A comprehensive preview of the Final Four matchups. Becca and Sydney analyze key playe...
In this thrilling episode of 28.5 Women's Basketball Podcast, hosts Becca and Sydney bring you all the latest madness from the NCAA Tournament: 1st Quarter: Breaking down 1st Round shockers! Four monumental upsets highlight the 8/9 and 7/10 seed matchups.2nd Quarter: The upsets continue into Round 2! Becca and Sydney discuss three electric 5/4 seed matchups.PLUS, a deep dive into the instant-classic Alabama vs. Maryland game. Maryland mounted an unforgettable 17-point comeback to win 111-108 ...
Get ready for another action-packed episode with your favorite hosts, Becca and Sydney! This week, the duo dives deep into the world of women's basketball, covering everything you need to know leading up to the NCAA tournament. 1st Quarter: A detailed breakdown of the NCAA Bracket for Spokane Regions 1 & 4. Who’s the team to beat, and which matchups could bring the drama?2nd Quarter: The Birmingham Regions 2 & 3 take center stage as Becca and Sydney analyze the bracket, revealing pote...
Join hosts Becca and Sydney in this thrilling episode where they dive into the latest in women's basketball. In the 1st Half, they recap the excitement of conference championships (Champ Week), celebrating the triumphant teams: Big Ten: UCLA beats USC 72-67SEC: South Carolina crushes Texas 64-45ACC: Duke conquers NC State 76-62Big East: UConn dominates Creighton 70-50Big 12: TCU triumphs over Baylor 64-59Moving into the 2nd Half, Becca and Sydney provide a detailed preview of the projected #1...
Join hosts Sydney and Becca as they take you through four quarters and an exciting overtime in the world of women's basketball. First Quarter: Highlighting end-of-regular-season conference play upsets.Second Quarter: In the News Serena Williams joining the Toronto Tempo ownership group.Women's college basketball viewership in the post-Caitlin Clark college era.The SEC conference coin flip to determine the number one seed.Third Quarter: Discussion on a couple of upsets that have already happen...
In this special Team Huddle episode, hosts Becca and Sydney are joined by Jenny Ryan for an engaging and insightful conversation. Meet Our Guest: Jenny Ryan Jenny, a high school and college basketball standout, brings her wealth of experience and knowledge to the podcast. As a four-year varsity letter winner at Saginaw Nouvel Catholic Central High School, she led her team to two Class C State Championships and earned the title of 2009 Michigan's Miss Basketball. At the University of Michigan,...
In this exciting episode of our women's basketball podcast, hosts Sydney and Becca dive into two intense halves and an overtime segment, covering the latest in the basketball world. First Half: Becca breaks down the NC State home win over #1 Notre Dame, analyzing key moments and strategies that led to the upset.Second Half: Sydney dissects the AP Top 25 Poll, highlighting the latest movements and what they mean for the teams involved.Overtime: A heartfelt discussion on Diana Taurasi's retirem...
Quarter 1: Shocking Upsets Top ten upsets as undefeated UCLA falls to USC.South Carolina's 71-game home winning streak snapped by UConn.Additional upsets from the past week.Quarter 2: Two Top Ten Teams Dominate Texas triumphs over LSU.Notre Dame defeats Duke.Deep dive into these key matchups.Quarter 3: Upcoming Showdowns Must-watch matchups this Sunday.Quarter 4: WNBA Drama Disappointing and juicy news in the WNBA, a major miss for the game according to our hosts.Tune in for all the thrilling...
In this action-packed episode of our women's basketball podcast, hosts Sydney and Becca take you through an intense two halves and an exciting overtime. First Half Highlights: Three standout games from the SEC, Big Ten, and ACC conferences.Second Half Rundown: Analysis of the recent AP Women's Basketball Top 25 shakeups, with a special focus on the top ten teams.Key matchups to watch this Sunday and Monday.In-depth discussion on the voting process for the Player of the Year award.Overtime Thr...
In this exciting episode, hosts Sydney and Becca are joined by their close friend and former teammate, Melissa Lechlitner-Lewis. Melissa Lechlitner-Lewis Bio: State Champion in High School (2005) at South Bend Saint Joe Olympic Gold Medalist (2007) Notre Dame Point Guard (2006-2010) Played Overseas Basketball for 4 Seasons Currently Works for the University of Notre Dame’s Development Team Wife and Mom Segment Highlights: Melissa's Journey: Melissa answers questions about her incredible bas...
Join hosts Sydney and Becca as they dive into an action-packed episode covering the latest in women's basketball! In this episode, they'll break down four exciting quarters of content: 1st QUARTER: Historic Rivalry and Two Marquee Games Sydney kicks things off by discussing two marquee games. Tune in as she covers Tennessee's historic rivalry win against UConn and why this game was so monumental!2nd QUARTER: Highs and Lows Becca highlights the standout performances and surprising upsets from ...
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