Nolan And Hobbs - The Women's Hoops Homecourt!

Michigan Coach Kim Barnes Arico Joins Nolan & Hobbs! Talking Coaching, Leadership & Life | Ep 29

We are THRILLED to have the GOAT of Michigan Women's Basketball coaches Kim Barnes-Arico join the show! It's another solo hosting job for Jordan Hobbs while Maddie Nolan continues her travels around Europe, but this episode still has our ‪@WNBA‬ [https://www.youtube.com/@WNBA] Rookie Review and Naz O'Clock as well as a conversation you won't want to miss!Here are your chapter time stamps & titles:[00:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQX9WIE8vlE]] – Update on Maddie's ongoing travels through Europe & previews the KBA appearance - the all-time winningest coach in Michigan history.[01:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQX9WIE8vlE&t=60s]] – WNBA Rookie Review: A breakdown of early-season rookie highlights, featuring Pauline Astier, Jovana Nogic, Gabriela Jaquez, & Madina Okot.[02:51 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQX9WIE8vlE&t=171s]] – Naz O’Clock! Jordan highlights Naz Hillmon’s performance with the Atlanta Dream[04:31 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQX9WIE8vlE&t=271s]] – Welcome KBA! Coach Arico reminisces about growing up playing every sport—including being the only girl in her youth football league—& contrasts it with today's single-sport specialization.[06:52 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQX9WIE8vlE&t=412s]] – Road Trips & Pickleball BattlesA lighthearted look at the competitive nature shared between Jordan & Coach KBA[07:27 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQX9WIE8vlE&t=447s]] – College Days: Coach reflects on her collegiate playing career at Stony Brook & Montclair State, explaining how navigating 3 different coaches helped form her own professional perspective.[09:02 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQX9WIE8vlE&t=542s]] – Coach KBA shares her favorite collegiate memory—winning a game by drawing an offensive charge at the buzzer—& connects it to her coaching obsession with charting charges.[11:11 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQX9WIE8vlE&t=671s]] – The Stony Brook Cookie Connection: The importance of lifelong bonds in basketball.[12:12 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQX9WIE8vlE&t=732s]] – The story of how Coach KBA went from a tenured high school math teacher to accepting a last-minute, $5,000 Division III head coaching job against her father’s initial security warnings.[15:17 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQX9WIE8vlE&t=917s]] – Reflecting on her unique career path from high school to D3, D2, St. John's, & finally Michigan.[18:29 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQX9WIE8vlE&t=1109s]] – Coach explains why helping young players maintain belief through inevitable developmental slumps is the core of her strategy, & how the power of the Block M elevates recruiting.[20:21 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQX9WIE8vlE&t=1221s]] – The Night St. John's Broke UConn's 99-Game Home Win StreakA riveting, behind-the-scenes breakdown of the legendary 2012 upset over Connecticut, detailing a pre-game student section incident & a player-led timeout huddle.[28:09 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQX9WIE8vlE&t=1689s]] – Coaching Through a Parent's Lens: How motherhood transformed her communication style, balancing high performance expectations with empathy by watching her own children (Trevor, Emma, & Cece) navigate college athletics & recruiting.[33:59 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQX9WIE8vlE&t=2039s]] – Coach KBA & Jordan discuss the emotional hurdles of freshman year, highlighting how a brief word of encouragement from a coach can entirely change a player's perspective.[37:01 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQX9WIE8vlE&t=2221s]] – Navigating the Portal Age & The Gratefulness of the Quad SquadA vulnerable reflection on the roster overhaul from 2 years ago, the outreach from families that kept her going, & how that tight-knit group produced one of the most special seasons in program history.[42:37 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQX9WIE8vlE&t=2557s]] – Rapid Fire: Top 3 A2 RestaurantsCoach drops her favorite local spots, including Mani Osteria, Black Pearl (for the fried Oreos), Frita Batidos, & discovering Biercamp through the lacrosse community.[43:32 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQX9WIE8vlE&t=2612s]] – Reflections on attending major program events, including watching the men's basketball Final Four runs & seeing the women's roster celebrated by the donor base.[44:47 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQX9WIE8vlE&t=2687s]] – Coach lists the most memorable games she's coached at Michigan, giving special nods to Jordan's clutch postseason performances & the historic Sweet 16 battle against South Dakota.[46:09 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQX9WIE8vlE&t=2769s]] – Emma's Banquet Honor & Closing Thoughts: A touching story about her daughter Emma being passed the honor of leading the lacrosse program's fight song, illustrating why singing "The Victors" after a victory is her favorite Michigan tradition.Hail 〽️edia.Our Stories.Our University.Our Team.#GoBlue [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/goblue] #MichiganWBB [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/michiganwbb] #MichiganWolverines [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/michiganwolverines] #NolanAndHobbs [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/nolanandhobbs] #WNBA [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/wnba] #WomensHoops [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/womenshoops]

Nolan & Hobbs Ep. 28: Jordan's Experience in the WNBA! Rookie Review & NAZ O'Clock!

Last episode Maddie Nolan hosted alone while Jordan Hobbs was in training camp with the Chicago Sky in the WNBA. Jordan was waived and Maddie is traveling, so now Jordan hosts this episode on her own and gives us the story of her experience! As we said last time, we couldn't be more proud of BOTH of them, and the show goes on!Jordan also introduces a couple of new featured segments as we go along with the WNBA season: The Rookie Review and NAZ O'Clock - as in it's NAZ TIME! We are pretty psyched for our favorite Wolverine superstar who is poised to have another huge year with the  @AtlantaDream  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCRNuFQZsMUcmp0o9sVxzaaQ]! Enjoy and GO BLUE!〽️💙💛🏀Chapter time stamps & titles:[00:00] – Intro: Maddie in Rome & Jordan Back in ColoradoJordan kicks off the show with an update on Maddie's travels through Barcelona and Rome, while Jordan is back home after being waived by the Chicago Sky.[02:00] – The Chicago Sky Training Camp ExperienceJordan shares the story of how she landed a training camp spot, the first-class flight, and her first physicals with the team.[04:04] – Meeting Legends: Skylar Diggins & Familiar FacesReflections on meeting Skylar Diggins at a team dinner and seeing fellow Ohio natives Jacy Sheldon and Maddie Westbeld.[05:36] – The "Weight Off My Back": Getting WaivedJordan discusses the conversation with the GM about Elizabeth Williams' return and how knowing she was going to be waived actually helped her play freely.[07:03] – The Michigan Connection: A Special Warm-up MomentA heartwarming story of the Michigan coaching staff driving 4 hours to support Jordan in Chicago, even after an embarrassing airball in warm-ups.[08:55] – Camping in MackinacJordan heads back to Ann Arbor and takes a trip to Northern Michigan (Mackinac Island and Petoskey) with former teammates Ally and Alyssa.[10:22] – Michigan Roster Update: Will They Add a 14th Player?An analysis of the current Michigan roster, the challenges of the transfer portal/NIL budget, and why Jordan thinks they’ll stick with 13 players.[12:40] – WNBA Movement: Kate Martin, Haley Van Lith, & Developmental ContractsUpdates on recent league cuts and moves, including Kate Martin signing with the Sparks and Haley Van Lith joining the Connecticut Sun.[15:26] – Rookie Review: Olivia Miles, Janelle Salaun, & Flau’jae JohnsonJordan breaks down the standout performances from this year's rookie class through the first two games of the season.[17:38] – Naz O’Clock: Monitoring Naz Hillmon’s SeasonA new recurring segment providing updates on former Wolverine star Naz Hillmon and her performance with the Atlanta Dream.[18:12] – Closing Thoughts & Summer Content PreviewJordan wraps up the episode and asks fans for input on what they want to see next, including more WNBA coverage and roster breakdowns.From Crisler to the world — two Wolverines, one conversation at a time.FOLLOW US FOR MORE MICHIGAN STORIES!Like and subscribe 👍 to the channel and join us on:Facebook: www.facebook.com/hailmediagroupInstagram: www.instagram.com/hailmediagroupLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/hail-media-group/TIkTok: www.tiktok.com/@hailmediagroupSubstack: https://hailmediagroup.substack.com/ X / Twitter: https://x.com/hailmediagroupHail 〽️edia.Our Stories.Our University.Our Team.#GoBlue #MichiganWBB #MichiganWolverines #NolanAndHobbs #WNBA #WomensHoops

Nolan & Hobbs Ep. 27: U of M picks up Courtney Ogden! BIG News for both Jordan & Maddie! Much more!

Jordan Hobbs is not on this episode...........because she's in training camp with the  @ChicagoSky  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UClV7t67vIenYud872co7Z2Q]!!! 🙌 So Maddie hosts this episode on her own with her own announcement - retirement from playing basketball! We couldn't be more proud of BOTH of them, and the show goes on!Maddie brings the takes and info on plenty of topics including Michigan's new transfer - Courtney Ogden from Stanford! Also Maddie goes into a little more detail about what's ahead for this Michigan women's hoops team, a slew of portal news and analysis around the B1G, thoughts on the WNBA draft and UCLA's historic day, and a really interesting breakdown of the differences between basketball development in Europe and the U.S.A.Plenty here for you to chew on!〽️💙💛🏀Chapter time stamps & titles:[00:00] – Intro: Jordan Hobbs Heads to the WNBAMaddie shares the exciting news that Jordan is currently in training camp with the Chicago Sky. She tells a great story about WNBA legend Skylar Diggins remembering Jordan from her time with the Seattle Storm.[01:23] – Maddie Nolan’s Retirement & Overseas UpdatesMaddie officially announces her retirement from professional basketball. She also provides updates on "Worldwide Wolverines" Emily Kiser and Greta Kampschroeder, who are both heading to play in Australia after their European seasons conclude.[03:59] – Michigan Roster News: The Core ReturnsMajor news for Michigan fans as several Wolverines confirm their return to Ann Arbor. Maddie explains why keeping this core together after an Elite 8 run is a massive win for the program.[04:22] – New Transfer Pickup: Courtney Ogden (Stanford)A detailed scouting report on Michigan’s first portal addition. Maddie breaks down Ogden's 3-level scoring ability, her "muscular" playing style compared to Olivia Olson, and how her high-level experience at Stanford fits the Wolverines' defensive identity.[06:55] – WNBA Draft & Training Camp RecapA look at the Big Ten’s presence in the draft, including UCLA’s record-setting five first-rounders. Maddie highlights Amaya Battle (Minnesota Lynx) and the reunion of Naz Hillmon and Leila Phelia in Atlanta.[09:28] – Deep Dive: US vs. European Basketball SystemsMaddie draws on her recent experience in France to explain the "Club" and "Formation Center" systems in Europe. She compares the heavy "skill development" focus in Europe to the "high-volume game" culture in the United States.[14:40] – Big Ten Transfer Portal: Around the LeagueA rapid-fire breakdown of every team in the conference:[15:00] UCLA[16:47] Indiana[18:43] Maryland[19:34] Michigan State[22:25] Northwestern[25:05] – USC[27:00] – Washington & Wisconsin[30:40] – Outro: Travel Vlogs & Good VibesMaddie wraps up the show, asking fans to send good luck to Jordan in Chicago and teasing some upcoming travel content from her trip to Spain with Danielle Rauch.From Crisler to the world — two Wolverines, one conversation at a time.FOLLOW US FOR MORE MICHIGAN STORIES!Like and subscribe 👍 to the channel and join us on:Facebook: www.facebook.com/hailmediagroupInstagram: www.instagram.com/hailmediagroupLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/hail-media-group/TIkTok: www.tiktok.com/@hailmediagroupSubstack: https://hailmediagroup.substack.com/ X / Twitter: https://x.com/hailmediagroupHail 〽️edia.Our Stories.Our University.Our Team.#GoBlue #MichiganWBB #MichiganWolverines #NolanAndHobbs #WNBA #WomensHoops

Nolan and Hobbs Ep. 26: PORTAL! WNBA! ALL AROUND THE B1G! Women's Hoops Junkies Rejoice! 〽️💙💛🏀

Women's Basketball junkies this is for YOU! Nolan & Hobbs co-hosts Maddie Nolan and Jordan Hobbs give a full rundown of what (and whom) they think Michigan should be looking for in the portal! Some movement has already happened and they give their thoughts on a few early announcements across the country and all around the B1G, covering a bunch of teams (including a few new coach hirings). This episode is NOT only for Michigan fans so help us spread the word!We also delve into the imminent return of the WNBA, some of the free agent signings and who the winners and losers are, along with some thoughts on the upcoming draft!This episode is LOADED with takes and info - let's gooooooooo!〽️💙💛🏀Chapter time stamps & titles:[00:00] – Intro: Shifting to the OffseasonMaddie and Jordan welcome viewers back to & outline their summer content plan, focusing on the transfer portal and professional moves. [01:21] – Transfer Portal: The "Exodus" SchoolsReaction to the surprising number of players leaving high-profile programs like Texas, Iowa State, and Tennessee. [04:31] – The Ethics of NIL & TamperingA blunt discussion on mid-season recruiting and whether the current transfer model is sustainable for college athletics. [08:11] – Government Intervention in College SportsThe hosts discuss the potential for government involvement in setting NIL rules and the long-term future of the NCAA. [10:42] – Mailbag: Would Coach KBA Change Her Style?Answering a fan question about whether Michigan’s offensive system would shift if they landed a dominant "true" post player. [13:34] – Reaction to the Geno Auriemma & Dawn Staley SituationThoughts on the post-Final Four interaction between the two legendary coaches and the "triple crown" of Michigan athletics success. [16:03] – Northwestern’s New Hire: Coach Carla BerubeWhy the former Princeton coach is a massive pickup for the Big Ten and the challenges of high-academic recruiting. [18:35] – Michigan’s Portal Needs: Post Depth & Guard SupportMaddie and Jordan analyze exactly what Michigan needs to fill Brooke Daniels' shoes and who should run the point. [21:35] – Specific Portal Targets: Gracie Merkle & Essence CodyBreaking down the film on potential Big Ten fits and why height (6'4"+) is the non-negotiable requirement for the post. [26:34] – Big Ten Movement: The Pauldo Twins to RutgersBreaking news on the Tennessee standouts heading to Rutgers and how the Scarlet Knights are rebuilding their roster. [29:45] – Big Ten Team-by-Team Portal BreakdownA rapid-fire look at transfers for Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maryland, Michigan State, and Nebraska. [36:26] – WNBA Draft Preview: UCLA’s Record-Breaking ClassLooking ahead to the April 13th draft and the battle for the #1 overall pick. [37:40] – Big News: Naz Hillmon’s $2.5 Million DealCelebrating Michigan legend Naz Hillman’s massive three-year extension with the Atlanta Dream. [38:35] – WNBA Free Agency: Winners & LosersJordan breaks down the "Super Teams" forming in New York and Atlanta, while analyzing the rebuilding phases for the Seattle Storm and Washington Mystics. [43:56] – The "Stud Buds" Split & Final ThoughtsA sad update on the fan-favorite duo of Natisha Hiedeman and Courtney Williams being separated in free agency. [44:50] – Outro & Go Blue!Closing remarks and a reminder to subscribe for weekly offseason updates.From Crisler to the world — two Wolverines, one conversation at a time.FOLLOW US FOR MORE MICHIGAN STORIES!Like and subscribe 👍 to the channel and join us on:Facebook: www.facebook.com/hailmediagroupInstagram: www.instagram.com/hailmediagroupLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/hail-media-group/TIkTok: www.tiktok.com/@hailmediagroupSubstack: https://hailmediagroup.substack.com/ X / Twitter: https://x.com/hailmediagroupHail 〽️edia.Our Stories.Our University.Our Team.#GoBlue #MichiganWBB #MichiganWolverines #NolanAndHobbs #WNBA #WomensHoops

Nolan and Hobbs Ep. 25: Louisville / Texas Recaps, Final Four Preview & What's Ahead 〽️💙💛🏀

What a season. What a team. Not the result we wanted against Texas but thankful for this team and the incredible season they had. Join Maddie Nolan & Jordan Hobbs on the Nolan and Hobbs show as they recap the Louisville victory in the Sweet 16 and the defeat against a GREAT Texas team in the Elite 8.Our co-hosts discuss the Final Four, what Michigan can do to take yet ANOTHER historic step for the program, who's leading the Nolan & Hobbs tournament pool and a little preview of what's to come for the show - we're not completely taking the offseason off - plenty to cover!And thank YOU for sticking with us and growing the community around this show and the Michigan Women's Basketball program - we're just getting started!!!〽️💙💛🏀Chapter time stamps & titles:[00:00] – Intro: Welcome Back to the HomecourtMaddie Nolan and Jordan Hobbs open the show with a celebration of Michigan’s second-ever Elite 8 appearance.[00:29] – Jordan’s Return from ItalyJordan shares the joy of being back in the U.S. after her professional season overseas, highlighting the simple things she missed like iced coffee and soft towels. [01:36][02:49] – Sweet 16 Recap: Revenge Against LouisvilleThe hosts break down the dominant 19-point win over Louisville, discussing the 18-0 run and how the team stayed calm despite a slow start. [03:48][03:56] – Standout Performances: Te'Yala Delfosse & Brooke Quarles DanielsAnalyzing the impact of Te'Yala’s bench production and Brooke’s relentless offensive rebounding that caught the attention of Coach Jeff Walz. [04:13][07:27] – Elite 8 Recap: The Physical Battle with TexasA look at the tough loss to the Longhorns. Maddie and Jordan discuss how Texas’s size and tournament experience proved to be the difference-maker. [08:42][10:20] – The "Foul" Controversy & Elite Level SizeAddressing the physicality of the Texas game and the challenge of competing against world-class size in the paint. [11:09][11:56] – What’s Next: Overcoming the Final Four HumpMaddie outlines the specific pieces Michigan needs—including a "big big" and a veteran point guard—to take the next step in 2027. [12:43][16:13] – Transfer Portal Rumors: Audi Crooks & Laney GrantThe hosts react to the "Audi Crooks to Michigan" hype and why her fit in Coach Arico’s defensive system might be a challenge. [17:11][20:00] – Final Four Predictions: Who Wins it All?Maddie and Jordan place their bets on the Friday matchups (South Carolina/UConn and Texas/UCLA), with both leaning toward a potential Texas vs. UConn final. [20:45][21:55] – The "Feed Families" MatchupA breakdown of the star-studded individual matchups fans should watch for in the national semifinals. [22:27][23:13] – Bracket Challenge UpdateChecking the leaderboard of the Nolan and Hobbs bracket challenge to see who is leading the pack heading into the final weekend. [23:23][24:16] – Outro & BloopersClosing reflections on a great season and a funny look at the technical difficulties of recording across time zones. [24:58]From Crisler to the world — two Wolverines, one conversation at a time.FOLLOW US FOR MORE MICHIGAN STORIES!Like and subscribe 👍 to the channel and join us on:Facebook: www.facebook.com/hailmediagroupInstagram: www.instagram.com/hailmediagroupLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/hail-media-group/TIkTok: www.tiktok.com/@hailmediagroupSubstack: https://hailmediagroup.substack.com/ X / Twitter: https://x.com/hailmediagroupHail 〽️edia.Our Stories.Our University.Our Team.#GoBlue #MichiganWBB #MichiganWolverines #NolanAndHobbs #NCAATournament #MarchMadness #WomensHoops