28.5 Women's Basketball

Final Buzzer: Crowns, Chaos & The Next Era

1st Quarter — Final Four + Title Game - We recap the Final Four and National Championship, spotlighting South Carolina’s win over UConn, UCLA’s dominance over Texas, and UCLA’s championship finish—plus the coaching and player moments that shaped it all. 2nd Quarter — All-America Teams - The AP All-America selections, highlighting the headliners from UConn, Vanderbilt, UCLA, Texas, and more—then we discuss what those honors say about the depth of talent across the sport. 3rd Quarter — Transfer Portal Chaos - We hit the transfer portal wave, calling out major moves and what they mean for programs like South Carolina, Iowa State, Texas, Tennessee, and Georgia—and the bigger ripple effect on roster-building. 4th Quarter — Coaching Carousel - Highlighting the biggest coaching changes (firings, retirements, hires) at Virginia, Georgia, Northwestern, and Alabama—and what those shifts could mean for each program’s next chapter. OT — WNBA CBA + 2026 Draft 1st Round - We closed with the new WNBA CBA highlights and a first-round 2026 draft recap—key picks, UCLA’s big showing, and what it signals for the pro game. 28.5 Women's Basketball Socials Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561947252993] X [https://x.com/285wbb] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/28.5podcast/]

Buzzer‑Beaters to Bright Lights: The Final Four Awaits

First Quarter – Sweet 16 Recap - We recap the Sweet 16 highlights—big upsets and big-time wins—starting with Notre Dame taking down Vanderbilt. We also hit UConn vs. North Carolina and UCLA vs. Minnesota, then zoom in on Hannah Hidalgo’s impact and Notre Dame’s team defense. We wrap the quarter with Duke vs. LSU and how Duke’s execution (and LSU’s one-on-one reliance) shaped the outcome.  Second Quarter – Elite 8: Business Handled - We break down Michigan vs. Texas, focusing on Texas’s defensive dominance and Michigan’s struggles. We also talk about what Michigan’s young core can build on going forward.    Third Quarter – Final Four Preview - We preview the Final Four matchups with UConn, South Carolina, UCLA, and Texas—key advantages, key concerns, and the players who could swing each game. Fourth Quarter – Tourney Town Experience - We share our Tourney Town experience at the Final Four—events, atmosphere, and why it’s such a fun, family-friendly ride leading into the games. 28.5 Women's Basketball Socials Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561947252993] X [https://x.com/285wbb] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/28.5podcast/]

Chaos, Clashes & Coaching Legends

1st Quarter – First & Second Round Hi/Lows We're breaking down the biggest highs and lowest lows from the first two rounds of the NCAA Women’s Tournament. We spotlight standout performances from Michigan, Notre Dame, and Virginia, while unpacking surprising exits for Iowa and Ole Miss, diving into key players, moments, and game flow that shaped the results. 2nd Quarter – Sweet 16 Preview: Games to Watch We look ahead to the Sweet 16, breaking down can’t-miss matchups like Notre Dame vs. Vanderbilt, Duke vs. LSU, and TCU vs. Virginia. We dig into the matchups, player battles, and strategic storylines that could decide who advances. 3rd Quarter – NYU Lady Violets Season Recap We recap the end of the NYU Lady Violets’ historic 91-game winning streak in the Division III Final Four and reflect on just how special and dominant their run was—and why their season remains unforgettable. 4th Quarter – Pat Summitt: Breaking Glass We close by discussing the upcoming Pat Summitt documentary, Breaking Glass, previewing its Hulu and ESPN release and reflecting on Coach Summitt’s lasting legacy and impact on women’s basketball. 28.5 Women's Basketball Socials Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561947252993] X [https://x.com/285wbb] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/28.5podcast/]

Conference Crowns & March Momentum

1st Quarter: Conference Tournament Takeaways We kick things off with Champ Week highlights across the power conferences — Notre Dame’s surge and Duke’s ACC title under Kara Lawson, Iowa’s Big Ten run, UCLA’s statement win, Ole Miss upsetting Vanderbilt, Texas taking down South Carolina, and championship moments from the Big 12. Coaching decisions, momentum swings, and key performances set the tone for March. 2nd Quarter: Bracketology & Projected 1s and 2s We shift to Selection Sunday talk, breaking down projected No. 1 and No. 2 seeds and how conference tournaments reshaped the bracket. UConn, UCLA, Texas, South Carolina, Iowa, Duke, and others are analyzed through team depth, coaching matchups, and potential vulnerabilities. 3rd Quarter: NYU Lady Violets Check‑In A spotlight on the NYU Lady Violets’ undefeated Division III season, head coach Meg Barber’s historic run, and the team’s push toward an Elite Eight and national title. 4th Quarter: Free Style — The Bigger Picture We close with a candid conversation on the changing landscape of women’s basketball — NIL, tax loopholes, recruiting shifts, contract disputes, and the transfer portal — and what it all means for the future of the game. 28.5 Women's Basketball Socials Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561947252993] X [https://x.com/285wbb] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/28.5podcast/]

February Madness — Rankings Rocked Before March

1st Quarter – Highs & Lows We open with Iowa’s statement win over Michigan, breaking down the Hawkeyes’ defensive execution, Ava Heiden’s impact, and what the result means for both teams moving forward. 2nd Quarter – Rankings Rocked We zoom out to the week’s biggest upsets and ranking shakeups, with Duke, Louisville, Virginia, and Tennessee all feeling the pressure—highlighting Tennessee’s loss to Texas A&M and the growing grind of SEC play. 3rd Quarter – WNBA Draft Watch We shift to the pro level with a WNBA mock draft check-in, discussing rising and falling draft stock, transfer impact, injuries, and how players like Coatie McMahon and Ta'Niya Latson are reshaping the board. 4th Quarter – SEC Spotlight We focus on Ole Miss’s challenging week against Tennessee, LSU, and South Carolina, examine Cody McMahon’s central role, and assess South Carolina’s dominance alongside the SEC’s top tournament contenders. Overtime – What’s Next We preview key upcoming matchups across conferences and break down Big Ten tournament implications, emphasizing urgency, bounce-back opportunities, and seeding momentum. 28.5 Women's Basketball Socials Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561947252993] X [https://x.com/285wbb] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/28.5podcast/]