Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show
The Full Court Press is the most energetic and entertaining weekly college basketball related podcast. 40 mins of excitement as Sam Davidson and Luke Taylor discuss hoops with college coaches, current players, former greats and lovers of the greatest game on earth. Hear untold stories, unbiased commentary and reporting, insider information and so much more on the Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show.
#190: Columbia U Men's Basketball Coach Kevin Hovde
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One of college basketball's most talented upcoming coaches is joining the show.
Columbia Head Coach Kevin Hovde sits down with Luke Taylor for an exclusive conversation on Ivy League hoops, building a championship culture, a 2 bid conference, while talking about lessons learned from Florida's National Championship plus a lot more on this exciting episode.
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#189: Baylor Bears Men's Basketball Coach Scott Drew
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We’re joined by Baylor Men’s Basketball Head Coach Scott Drew for a great conversation about Baylor Basketball, building a championship culture, recruiting, leadership, the ever-changing landscape of college hoops, and what it takes to sustain success at the highest level.
Coach Drew has engineered one of the greatest turnarounds in college basketball history, transforming Baylor into a national powerhouse and leading the Bears to the 2021 National Championship.
We talk Bears hoops, the Big 12, building relationships, staying positive, and of course have some FU...
#188: Tennessee Tech Head Men's Basketball Coach Tobin Anderson
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We’re talking Tennessee Tech Basketball with new Head Coach Tobin Anderson!
Coach Anderson joins us to talk about taking over the Golden Eagles, building a winning culture, his coaching journey, the changing landscape of college basketball, and what he’s looking to build at Tennessee Tech.
And with Coach Anderson, you KNOW we had some FUN along the way! 😂🏀
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187: Ohio State Men's Basketball Coach Jake Diebler
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Ohio State Head Coach Jake Diebler joins us on Full Court Press: A College Basketball Coaches Show!
We talk Buckeye Basketball, building a championship culture, the pressure and privilege of leading Ohio State, the upcoming 2026–27 season — and, of course, we have some FUN along the way!
Coach Diebler has the Buckeyes coming off an NCAA Tournament appearance, and now he’s preparing for Year 3 with a revamped roster and staff.
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186: WE ARE THE SHULMANS with UCA HC John Shulman and UT-MARTIN HC Jeremy Shulman
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On the latest Full Court Press : A College Basketball Show, we are joined by Central Arkansas Head Coach John Shulman and his nephew UT- Martin Head Men's Basketball Coach Jeremy Shulman to talk hoops. Lively discussions throughout on the state of college basketball, wardrobe advice, non conference scheduling and family love plus so much more.
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#185 : Troy University Head Men's Basketball Coach Adam Howard
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We celebrate a birthday as Troy Head Coach Adam Howard join us on his birthday to celebrate on the Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show as we talk the expectation for Trojans hoops, how many players Coach Wade really has at LSU, Wikipedia, how the Troy roster has shaken out and his one assistant that was a ball player back in the day plus so much more.
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#184: College of Charleston Head Men's Basketball Coach John Groce
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On the latest, Full Court Press: A College Basketball Coaches Show, LT ventures down to the beach with his family and decides to surprise new College of Charleston Head Coach John Groce with an unepxected visit. We have another lively conversation with one of our favorites on the expectation for Cougars Basketball, building championship culture, his love for Starbucks and Michael Jackson plus his appreciation for Akron and his excitement for Charleston.
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183: Kansas State Men's Basketball Coach Casey Alexander
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He returns as new Kansas State Head Coach Casey Alexander visits with Luke Taylor for an exclusive conversation on the expectation for Wildcats Basketball, building championship culture, putting a puzzle together, and navigating today's college basketball landscape along with some love for Nashville and Missouri Valley Basketball.
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#182: St. Joe's Men's Basketball Coach Steve Donahue
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One of college basketball's most respected coaches is joining the show.
Saint Joseph's Head Coach Steve Donahue sits down with Luke Taylor for an exclusive conversation on leadership, building championship culture, player development, and navigating today's college basketball landscape along with some Philly love.
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181: St. Mary's Men's Basketball Coach Mickey McConnell
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In this episode of Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show, Luke Taylor sits down with St. Mary's men's basketball head coach Mickey McConnell to discuss the journey from standout point guard to Division I head coach. Coach McConnell shares the leadership lessons that have shaped his career, the importance of building a championship culture, and how relationships remain the foundation of successful programs plus so much more.
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#180: Murray State Men's Basketball Coach Ryan Miller
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Murray State Racers Men's Basketball Coach Ryan Miller joins the Full Court Press: A College Basketball Coaches Show to discuss the vision for Murray State along with the future of Racers men's basketball, building a sustainable championship program, and lessons learned from coaching alongside some legendary coaches.
We also dive into recruiting and retainment, player development, navigating the ever-changing world of college basketball and his little brother plus a lot more.
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179: Notre Dame Men's Basketball Coach Micah Shrewsberry
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Notre Dame's Coach Micah Shrewsberry joins the Full Court Press: A College Basketball Coaches Show to discuss defining success in today's college basketball landscape, the future of Notre Dame Fighting Irish men's basketball, building a championship culture, and lessons learned from coaching alongside Brad Stevens and Matt Painter.
We also dive into recruiting, player development, navigating the ever-changing world of college athletics, and what it takes to build a sustainable winner in South Bend—plus so much more.
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#178: Penn State Head Men's Basketball Coach Mike Rhoades
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🏀 We welcome Mike Rhoades to the latest Full Court Press: A College Basketball Coaches Show!
Coach Rhoades joins us to talk all things Penn State Nittany Lions men's basketball basketball, building a winning culture, navigating the ever-changing landscape of college hoops, breaking down the Big Ten Conference, and what it takes to win on any given night.
Plus, we discuss bad Mexican food, coaching lessons, leadership, and plenty of great stories from one of the most respected coaches in the game.
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#177 Nevada Head Men's Basketball Coach Steve Alford
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We welcome Nevada Men's Basketball Coach Steve Alford to the latest Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show!
Coach Alford joins the show to talk all things Nevada Wolf Pack basketball, building winning culture, navigating the ever-changing landscape of college hoops, playing for Coach Bobby Knight and plenty more from one of the game’s most respected coaches.
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#176: Marquette University Men's Basketball Coach Shaka Smart
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We talk Marquette hoops with Shaka Smart on Full Court Press: A College Basketball Coaches Show 🏀
Coach Smart joins us to discuss building a sustainable program in today’s ever-changing college basketball landscape. He also shares a hilarious Billy Donovan recruiting story, makes his picks for our “Big East Coaching Olympic Games,” and much more.
As always, we had an absolute blast talking hoops, culture, leadership, and the future of the game with one of college basketball’s best.
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175: Eastern Michigan Men's Basketball Coach Billy Donlon
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We talk Eastern Michigan Basketball with new Head Men's Basketball Coach Billy Donlon as we welcome him back on the Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show. Coach Donlon is one of our favorites as we have a great time talking hoops especially what intrigued him to EMU along with his loyalties to Clemson Men's Basketball Coach Brad Brownell and sharing an interesting take on tournament expansion.
We are big fans of Billy and as always we have a great time on the latest Full Court Press : A College Basketball C...
#174: Louisiana State U Sr. Deputy Athletic Director/Dir of External Relations for LSU System, Heath Schroyer
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We talk LSU Tiger Hoops with LSU Deputy AD/Director of External Relations for LSU System, Heath Schroyer, as he join us on the latest Full Court Press : A College Basketball Experience. A lot of Will Wade discussions along with how it all went down and the expectations in Baton Rouge. We are big fans of Heath and as always we have a great time on the latest Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show powered by the Full Court Network.
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173: University of San Diego Head Men's Basketball Coach JR Blount
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We talk Toreros Basketball with new Head Men's Basketball Coach JR Blount who is looking to build something great in San Diego. We talk the fit, the expectation and how good USD can be in the competitive WCC Conference in Year 1. A must listen to hear more from the Toreros Head Man who helped Iowa State flip the script and the Cyclones continue to be one of the top teams each season. We also talk sandwich making plus so much more on the Full Court Press powered by the Full Court Network.
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172: DePaul Blue Demons Basketball with Coach Chris Holtmann and AD DeWayne Peevy
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We go Two-on-One on the latest Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show as LT talks with DePaul Blue Demons Head Coach Chris Holtmann and Athletic Director DeWayne Peevy from the Final Four in Indianapolis. Get a glimpse of what is to come in Year 3 of the Chris Holtmann era at DePaul, hear some scheduling tidbits and learn why the Blue Demons are ready to take the next step on the hardwood! This and so much more on the Full Court Press powered by the Full Court Network.
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171: UNLV Runnin' Rebels Men's Head Coach Josh Pastner
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We are talking UNLV Runnin' Rebels Basketball with Head Coach Josh Pastner as he comes on the Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show powered by the Full Court Network. We talk second year expectations, his opinions on the transfer portal and how he chose winning a potential natty over a fiancee. This and so much more on the Full Court Press powered by the Full Court Network.
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ONE-ON-ONE with High Point Head Coach Flynn Clayman
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At the recent Final Four in Indianapolis, LT goes ONE-ON-ONE with High Point Head Men's Basketball Coach Flynn Clayman to review their Magical March, the expectation over the summer and whats to come in Year 2 of the Coach Clayman era at High Point.
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170: Creighton Blue Jays Men's Basketball Coach Alan Huss
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We are talking Creighton Blue Jays Basketball with soon-to-be Head Coach Alan Huss as he comes on the Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show for the THIRD time. We talk transitioning over to the head coaching spot, what changes he would like to see in College Basketball along with the expections he has for the future of Creighton Basketball plus a deep dive into the Big East Conference plus. This and so much more on the Full Court Press powered by the Full Court Network.
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#169: North Dakota State Men's Basketball Coach David Richman
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We sit down and talk North Dakota State Men's Basketball with Head Coach David Richman on the Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show. This talented Coach has built something great at NDSU and the Bison are going dancing after winning the Summit League Title. Hear about successes from the hardwood and much more.
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168: Northern Iowa Men's Basketball Coach Ben Jacobson
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We sit down and talk Northern Iowa Men's Basketball with Head Coach Ben Jacobson on the Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show. This talented Coach has built something great in Cedar Falls and the Panthers are going dancing after winning the Missouri Valley Conference Title. Hear about successes from the hardwood and much more.
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167: Tennessee State Head Men's Basketball Coach Nolan Smith
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We are getting closer to the NCAA Tournament so why not invite one of the best stories in College Basketball as Tennessee State Head Men's Basketball Nolan Smith joins us on the this weeks Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show. We talk Tigers Hoops, winning the Ohio Valley Conference in Year 1 and getting advice from Coach K plus so much more.
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166: Missouri-Kansas City Men's Basketball Coach Mark Turgeon
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Get ready for UMKC Roos Basketball as we have newly named Missouri-Kansas City Head Men's Basketball Coach Mark Turgeon on the latest Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show powered by the Full Court Network. LT goes one-on-one with this winning coach as he shares his expectations for year 1 on the hardwood in KC, why he got back into college coaching and the best advice he ever received from a legendary coach. Year 1 will be electric and check out more on this fun and entertaining episode.
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#165 : Stephen F. Austin Head Men's Basketball Coach Matt Braeuer
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LT goes one-on-one with one of the hottest and up and coming Head Coaches as Matt Braeuer joins us on the latest Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show. If you do not know about the Lumberjacks of Stephen F Austin you need to as they are rolling in the improved and competitive Southland Conference. We talk first year goals, playing at Wichita State, how good the Southland is and which one of his mentors is the most competitive on this fun and lively episode. Keep your eye on Coach Braeuer.
#164: Pacific Tigers Head Men's Basketball Coach Dave Smart
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The first ever show where two Canadians talk College Basketball on the latest and greatest Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show as LT goes one-on-one with Pacific Head Men's Basketball Coach Dave Smart. You need to keep your eye on this Coach and program as he is building something GREAT at Pacific. Really interesting episode as we talk building a powerhouse at Carleton and how it translates into what he is doing now. Coach loves Brownies as LT gives some advice from Wayne Gretzky in this fun and action packed episode.<...
#163 : Mercer Bears Head Men's Basketball Coach Ryan Ridder
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On this week Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show, LT goes one-on-one with Mercer Bears Head Men's Basketball Coach Ryan Ridder to talk second year success, the current SOCON basketball conference and recruiting Canadians on this exciting episode filled with great insight, stories and laughs as always.
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162: Queens University Men's Basketball Coach Grant Leonard
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LT goes one-on-one with Queens University Men's Basketball Coach as we talk all things Royals basketball and what is the recipe behind it? We take a deep dive into the current landscape of college basketball while discussing sweaters and watch out Coach Kampe. Coach Leonard is a blast and really solid episode! Check out the Queens U Royals in the exciting Atlantic Sun Conference on this weeks Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show powered by the Full Court Network.
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#161: Georgia Southern Men's Basketball Coach Charlie Henry
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We visit with Georgia Southern's Head Men's Basketball Coach Charlie Henry on this week's Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show powered by the Full Court Network. We talk about the build in Statesboro and how he is navigating thru the current college basketball landscape on this lively episode. Coach shares advice given from legendary Coach Tom Izzo and compares working with Fred Hoiberg and Nate Oats. The Eagles are on fire winning their last 9 games and Sun Belt Conference foes should be concerned.
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#160: Stanford Cardinals Men's Basketball Coach Kyle Smith
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We head to the sunshine state to talk with second year Head Men's Basketball Coach Kyle Smith of the Stanford Cardinals. Really great time with this awesome Coach as we talk Stanford Hoops and his desire to get them back to the top while building culture in todays College Basketball Landscape. This Sean Penn look a like shares some funny NIL stories from Washington State along with a comical recruiting story that inclues a Ferrari, a sleeping recruit and a current NBA team executive. We are big fans of Coach Smith and this...
#159: DAVIDSON COLLEGE MEN'S BASKETBALL COACH MATT MCKILLOP
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We already had one solid Full Court Press : College Basketball Coaches Show so why not have another one as Davidson's Head Men's Basketball Coach Matt Mckillop joins us to talk Wildcats Hoops. Davidson is currently 6-1 and playing some GREAT basketball as Coach dishes on what it was like playing for his father, whose the second best shooter in school history and shares some insight into the deep and challenging A-10. Really solid episode with some great stories and laughs.
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#158: Tulsa Golden Hurricanes Men's Basketball Coach Eric Konkol
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This week, we head to Tulsa to talk Golden Hurricanes Basketball with Head Men's Basketball Coach, Eric Konkol, as we discuss the success of this year, LL Cool J, Coach Larranga's love for movies and how good American Conference Ball is. Really solid episode and a MUST Listen!
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#157: LaSalle Explorers Men's Basketball Coach Darris Nichols
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We are heading to Philadelphia on the latest Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show to talk with new LaSalle Head Men's Basketball Coach Darris Nichols to discuss all things Explorers Hoops. This first year head man talks about what drew him to Philly while sharing his opinions on the current College Basketball Landscape. Really fun times and solid insight from this former West Virginia U Baller.
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#156: Middle Tennessee State Men's Basketball Coach Nick McDevitt
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We are staying in the GREAT state of Tennessee on the latest Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show to talk Middle Tennessee State Hoops with Head Men's Basketball Coach Nick McDevitt. We discuss the name Blue Raiders, the tough CUSA Conference, talking a job the day after the birth of a child and coach shares his opinion on Liberty Liberty Liberty. Really lively discussions with Coach and a must listen. Fun times at MTSU!
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155: UT Martin Head Men's Basketball Coach Jeremy Shulman
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Really fun episode with UT-Martin Head Men's Basketball Coach Jeremy Shulman as we talk recruiting Internationally, crazy recruiting stories and Skyhawks basketball. Very impressed with Coach who plans to build GREAT things at UT Martin and this could be a really solid year on the hardwood for the Skyhawks.
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#154: University of Miami-Florida Head Coach Jai Lucas
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We are talking hoops with Miami-Fl Head Men's Basketball Coach Jai Lucas on the latest Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show as we talk getting the opportunity and what to expect in year one along with being called Peanut. Really solid and exciting episode on the Full Court Network. Fun times in Miami on the hardwoods!
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#153: WEST VIRGINIA HEAD MEN'S BASKETBALL COACH ROSS HODGE
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He is back as new West Virginia Head Men's Basketball Coach Ross Hodge is our latest and greatest guest on the Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show as we talk getting the job and the connection to the AD, what to expect in year one and wrestling bears. Really solid and exciting episode on the Full Court Network.
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152: Vanderbilt Men's Basketball Coach Mark Byington
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New Full Court Press is out as we welcome Vanderbilt Men's Basketball Coach Mark Byington to the show powered by the Full Court Network. A lot of fun as we talk Vanderbilt Basketball, the tough atmospheres to play in the SEC and which current SEC Coach had the Highest GPA in College. Great listen and watch out for them Commodores.
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