March Madness 365 with Andy Katz show

March Madness 365 with Andy Katz

Summary: Covering the newsmakers in college basketball all year long. New episodes every Tuesday.

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 TCU's Jamie Dixon and Washington's Mike Hopkins | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:29:44

TCU Head Coach Jamie Dixon has an update on Jaylen Fisher's health issues and his expected return to play. He also breaks down the similarities and differences between this TCU team and some of his former teams at Pitt, and he weighs in on what the Big 12 needs to do to get more teams to the NCAA Tournament. And then Pac 12 Coach Of The Year, Mike Hopkins of Washington, joins to assess his first year running Washington's program, and how his current roster of talent is shaping up for season 2. He expresses hopes and goals for returning Defensive Player of The Year Matisse Thybulle, breaks down his incoming 8 players, and explains why being an interim head coach was a lot like driving a Tesla.

 UCF's Johnny Dawkins, NCAA Sr. VP of Basketball Dan Gavitt, and Bruce Rasmussen | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:27:16

The next set of Final Four destinations was just announced and Andy Katz spoke with NCAA Sr. VP of Basketball, Dan Gavitt, and outgoing Chair of the NCAA Selection Committee, Bruce Rasmussen, about how a Final Four city is chosen, and why Houston, Phoenix, San Antonio, and Indianapolis were all awarded spots in this latest round. They also explain why Detroit, Los Angeles, and North Texas did not make the selection this time around. Then UCF Head Coach Johnny Dawkins joins to update the status of last year's injured players Tacko Fall, B.J. Taylor, and his son, Aubrey. He also speaks to what he learned from playing with former great Manute Bol and Shawn Bradley on the Philadelphia 76'ers, and how those lessons are aiding him in coaching and guiding center Tacko Fall.

 Rhode Island's David Cox, Marquette's Steve Wojciechowski, & Marquette Deputy AD Mike Broeker | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:44:13

New Rhode Island Head Coach David Cox speaks to the importance of maintaining and building upon the culture set by former coach Dan Hurley, returning players Jeff Dowtin and Cyril Langevine, losing the Nevada game from their upcoming schedule, and why he aspires to be like Gonzaga. Marquette Deputy Athletic Director Mike Broeker provides a verbal tour of their brand new, state-of-the-art arena, and what it's been like scheduling games around the Milwaukee Bucks. And Marquette Head Coach Steve Wojciechowski talks about the competitive Big East, his young but experienced team, and how he plans to make Marquette an NCAA tournament team for years to come.

 Pitt Head Coach Jeff Capel and South Carolina's Frank Martin | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:33:59

Jeff Capel is the new head coach at Pitt, and he's got plans for rebuilding the Pitt brand of basketball, and making his team competitive despite their smaller size. He shares the valuable lessons he learned as an assistant at Duke under Coach Krzyzewski, and what he hopes his Pitt team learned during a recent trip to Arlington National Cemetery and the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History And Culture in Washington DC. And Andy talks to South Carolina head coach Frank Martin about Chris Silva's return to school, Summer recruiting, preparing players for the NBA, and his team's upcoming schedule of games.

 Danny Manning, Marvin Menzies, and Bob McKillop | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:38:13

Wake Forest Head Coach Danny Manning and UNLV Head Coach Marvin Menzies weigh in on the NBA draft rule that currently prohibits players who declare and go undrafted from returning to college. Coach Manning also shares stories from his Gold Medal Olympic team, what he learned from Bill Self, and how he feels about his roster this upcoming season. And Coach Menzies shares thoughts on Brandon McCoy, the Mountain West Conference, and why he wants to emulate Villanova. Plus, Davidson Head Coach Bob McKillop checks in on his team's incredible trip to Auschwitz, and why it's so important for them to make this non-basketball related journey.

 Shaka Smart of Texas and Tim Miles of Nebraska | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:36:03

Texas Longhorns head coach Shaka Smart checks in with an update on Andrew Jones leukemia battle, and his plans to return to school and basketball. Shaka also has a theory on Kansas' success, why Texas' Kerwin Roach has the opportunity to be one of the best two-way players in the country, and details on the Longhorns' upcoming season schedule. And Nebraska head coach Tim Miles gives Andy a tour of the campus and basketball facilities, including some of the high tech amenities available to players, and discusses his returning lineup of players, how they hope to contend in the Big 10 regular season, and makes a valiant effort to spell player Thorir Thorbjarnarson's name.

 John Beilein and Chris Mullin | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:29:23

John Beilein is staying at Michigan, and plans to retire there! He explains the decision that involved him turning down an NBA offer from the Detroit Pistons. He also speaks to Charles Matthews' NBA draft process experience and subsequent return to Michigan, and the skill development goals he's set for his returning roster of players. Then St. John's coach Chris Mullin checks in with thoughts on his roster for the upcoming season which includes incoming transfers and true freshman. He also talks about Shamorie Ponds withdrawal from the NBA draft, St. John's schedule of games, and the dynasty that is the Golden State Warriors.

 Gonzaga's Mark Few and Minnesota's Richard Pitino | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:42:31

Gonzaga is #1 on Andy's pre-season Power 36, and head coach Mark Few has more than a few thoughts about that! Mark also updates Killian Tillie and Josh Perkins' respective injury recovery statuses, and speaks to the development of Rui Hachimura. Then Minnesota Head Coach Richard Pitino discusses Jordan Murphy sitting out the NBA draft, Dupree McBrayer's potential impact next season, and how he feels about the Big 10 going to 20 conference games.

 USC's Andy Enfield and Auburn's Bruce Pearl | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:31:41

USC Head Coach Andy Enfield speaks candidly about USC's absence from the NCAA Tournament, the health and return of Bennie Boatwright, next season's roster size and talent level, and how he feels about the possible change to the draft rule that would allow players to return to college if they go undrafted. And Auburn Head Coach Bruce Pearl runs through the NBA draft probability for four of his players including Austin Wiley and Mustapha Heron, and updates Anfernee Mclemore's injury status, and Danjel Purifoy's suspension.

 Kansas coach Bill Self, Saint Joseph's Phil Martelli, and John Fanta | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:38:13

Kansas coach Bill Self talks next season's roster, losing 4 starters, new recruits, why K State could win it all, and the Supreme Court's recent decision to open sports betting on a State-by-State basis. Andy also talks to Saint Joseph's Phil Martelli about the renaissance of Catholic School basketball programs, his team's crushing victory over Rhode Island last season, and Jameer Nelson's current return to Saint Joseph to get this degree. And John Fanta, host of the "Big East Shoot Around" on the Big East Digital Network , was at the NBA combine and runs down winners and losers like Omari Spellman, Dante DiVincenzo, and Kevin Huerter, and shares thoughts on who should stay in the draft and who should consider returning to school.

 Tom Crean and Eric Musselman | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:42:37

New Georgia head coach Tom Crean relays what he learned from his year behind the mic for ESPN that will help his coaching skills, why he's not a fan of the term "culture," how he plans to approach the Kentucky factor in the coming season, and the difference between winning each and every game and winning the league. And Nevada's Eric Musselman checks in regarding the NBA draft and combine and how that will possibly affect the Nevada roster, the recruits and transfers he's tapped to potentially fill some holes, and his team's upcoming schedule of games and tournaments.

 Penny Hardaway and Tubby Smith | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:29:52

Penny Hardaway is the new head coach of the Memphis Tigers, his own alma mater and son's current college! Penny talks about the decision to take the Memphis job, coaching his son, the culture he hopes to instill in the program, his philosophy on recruiting, and the vision he has for the Tigers for the upcoming season. Then former Memphis head coach Tubby Smith joins Andy to shed some light on his decision to return home to coach the High Point University Panthers, why he's opting not to take a break after 45 years of coaching, what he hopes to bring to High Point, and why it's so important to leave good players and cultures behind when you leave a program.

 Porter Moser and Fran Fraschilla | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:34:46

Andy's joined by Porter Moser, Loyola of Chicago's head coach who took the Ramblers on that incredible run to the Final Four. Porter discusses the reasons he stayed at Loyola, the need they have to raise the win column and the infrastructure to operate like a top program, what recruiting and scheduling has been like since their incredible tournament performance, and throwing out the first pitch at Wrigley Field. Then ESPN College Basketball analyst Fran Fraschilla joins to talk about the Commission on College Basketball and do a little breakdown on which players should enter the NBA draft, and which should go back to school.

 NCAA Championship Game Head Coaches - Jay Wright and John Beilein | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:27:34

Andy's joined by the two head coaches of the National Championship game - Villanova's Jay Wright and Michigan's John Beilein. Jay discusses the impact of Jalen Brunson on the team's championship win, and how Jalen is preparing for the NBA draft. He also weighs in on the recommendations that he hopes Condoleezza Rice and the commission make on Wednesday. Michigan's John Beilein talks "remodeling versus rebuilding," Mo Wagner, assessing next year's teams, and why shooting hurt Michigan the most during the NCAA tournament run.

 UConn's Dan Hurley | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:33:39

Dan Hurley is the new head coach at UCONN, and he's discussing the difficult decision to leave Rhode Island on March Madness 365. He tells Andy what his goals are for UCONN on and off the court, how he plans to change the culture, advice he's already received from legendary Hall of Fame coach Jim Calhoun, and why recruiting in New England is critical for the program. Dan's also talking about Rhode Island's recent tournament experience, his Selection Sunday agony and joy, and how he really felt when he saw Duke early in the schedule.

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