Ramble On! A Loyola Chicago Basketball Show

Episode 45 - Zach Coe and George Gerbracht discuss the Ramblers' blowout win over West Georgia at Gentile Arena, improving to 2-0 on the young season. The guys break down what they're seeing from the Ramblers on both ends of the floor and highlight a few small details that still need ironing out as the non-conference schedule ramps up. Finally, Zach and George preview the Ramblers' next two matchups in Colorado, taking on the Air Force Academy and Colorado State.

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Episode 44 - Zach and George discuss the Ramblers' season-opening win against The Citadel in a convincing fashion. The guys break down what they saw: Loyola's suffocating defense, three great newcomer performances, and areas where the team can improve heading into the rest of the season. Finally, Zach and George preview the Ramblers' second game of the season, hosting the Wolves of West Georgia.

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Zach and George are back for another season of Rambler basketball! The guys discuss the biggest takeaways from an offseason full of media appearances by head coach Drew Valentine as he welcomes 12 new Ramblers to the roster. Zach and George break down each player on the 26-27 Ramblers and how they think this team is built more like the successful Loyola squads of years past. Finally, they discuss the non-conference schedule and preview Monday's season opener against The Citadel!

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Bonus Pod - Zach and George are back, a week removed from the Ramblers ' season-ending loss, with a special March Madness preview episode. Zach and George go through each region, highlighting a few games that we're most looking forward to, and give our picks for each game in the Round of 64. Finally, we give our Final Four and Championship predictions! Who do you have cutting down the nets in Indy?

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Episode 42 - Zach and George are back for the second time in as many days, recapping the Ramblers' thrilling 75-67 win over Richmond in the first round of the A10 tournament. We discuss Joshua Ola Joseph's career night to help spur the Blers' 15-point second-half comeback. The continued emergence of Miles Rubin as a facilitator, and Drew Valentine's postgame comments about what went into the massive comeback. Finally, we look ahead to tomorrow's second-round matchup against the 6th-seeded Davidson Wildcats.

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Episode 41 - Zach and George are back ahead of tomorrow's opener in the A10 tournament, asking a simple question: Why not us? We discuss the encouraging play of the Ramblers, who did not roll over and quit on the season despite having every reason to, given the results. We give credit to both the coaching staff and the players who have seemingly bought into a system and are much more willing to play for the name on the front of the jersey, not the one on the back.

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Episode 40 - Zach and George are two men beaten down by the 2025-26 Ramblers. The guys break down the Loyola loss to St. Joe's last week and continue to discuss the shortcomings of the squad, including the complete abandonment of offensive game plans, selfish play from the usual suspects, and conclude that there are only 4 guys on the current roster they'd want to see return next season.

Finally, we look ahead to the Ramblers' next two games against Richmond and St. Louis, and look ahead to a few short weeks when the tournament will be upon us...

Episode 39 - Zach and George are back talking college hoops. This week, recapping the Ramblers' latest two losses to St. Louis and Fordham. The few positives that can still be gleaned from this season namely finding guys who truly want to be a part of building things back up. We preview Loyola's Saturday matchup against St.Joe's in Hawk Hill.

Zach and George continue their new series discussing the big college hoops storylines from across the country including Kansas State firing Jerome Tang, Mick Cronin continuing to be the whiniest coach in college basketball, and more.

Episode 38 - Zach and George are back and well, there's not much left to say about this Loyola team that hasn't been said. We recap the Ramblers' 1-2 stretch against VCU, La Salle, and Davidson. The guys continue to discuss the season from hell and the few players they'd like to see back in a Rambler uniform next year. We also preview the upcoming ass-whooping the Ramblers will be handed at the hands of the St. Louis Billikens, and potentially the last win of the season, a road matchup with Fordham.

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Bonus Pod - In a Ramble On bonus pod, Zach and George look ahead to the Ramblers Friday night matchup with the Davidson Wildcats at the Belk Center. We had some schedule conflicts come up this week, and we will be back with a full episode recapping the Ramblers' last three games on Friday!

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Episode 37 - Another episode of the Ramble On Podcast and another pair of Rambler losses for Zach and George to discuss. The guys break down the Ramblers 9th and 10th consecutive losses at the hands of Duquesne and St.Joe's, asking if this is rock bottom? And if it isn't, just how much worse can it get?

We revisit the conversation we had about the future of Drew Valentine as the Head Coach and preview the Ramblers' next two losses, VCU on Friday Night, and La Salle on Tuesday.

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Episode 36 - Zach and George are back after a lengthy layoff to discuss the Ramblers six game losing streak. The guys discuss the mounting frustration of watching the team make the same mistakes game after game and react to Drew Valentine's public comments about the team's toughness. Finally, the guys preview the next two matchups against Duquesne and St. Joe's!

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Episode 35 - Zach and George break down the Ramblers' 1-1 week to kick off Atlantic 10 play with a win over Rhode Island and a heartbreaking loss at home to Dayton. We discuss the progress the team has made over the last month on both sides of the ball, and the next step we want to see the team take in order to be a real threat in the conference.

The guys look ahead to this week's matchups, hosting the Davidson Wildcats, and a road matchup in the Nation's Capital against one of the best teams in the...

Episode 34 - Zach and George are back talking Ramblers hoops. We break down the Ramblers' win in Santa Clara, and preview this week's A10 Opener in Rhode Island, taking on the Rams, and a home matchup against the Flyers of Dayton. Can the Ramblers capitalize on the win in Santa Clara and gain some momentum heading into conference play, or are they destined to be a landmine on everyone's schedules? We discuss all that and more.

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Episode 33 - We are back and, well, the tone has shifted from the positivity we were looking for the last time you heard from us. The Ramblers sit at 3-9, fresh off two losses: the first a brutal home defeat at the hands of the Cougars of Chicago State, and the second a "neutral site" defeat to the Dons of San Francisco. We recap both losses and do our best to take some positives from the first leg of the California trip to end non-conference play. We have a discussion about where we go from here and preview the...

Episode 32 - Zach and George break down the Ramblers' win over the Princeton Tigers at Gentile on Saturday afternoon, discussing how the Blers can continue to build momentum into Sunday's game against Chicago State and into Conference Play. Finally, we preview the Chicago State game that takes place in Rogers Park on Sunday afternoon. Will the Cougars continue their streak of being pesky against Loyola?

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Episode 31 - Ramble On is back after Feast Week, and there is plenty of Rambler basketball to discuss, both good and bad. Zach and George recap the last four Loyola games, culminating in Tuesday's win over Central Michigan. The guys discuss the effort level (or lack thereof) against Northern Illinois, the team's continued struggles in MTEs in the Drew Valentine era, and, of course, the 7-game losing streak snapping win over the Chippewas, and how that kind of team win can be a launching point to get the season at least a little back on track. Finally, we preview...

Bonus Pod - Zach and George are back for a special bonus episode of Ramble On, breaking down some of the top Feast Week MTEs. We discuss George Washington Head Coach Chris Caputo's comments about the struggles of a good mid-major and the death of the MTE as we once knew it. Then we look ahead to the Players' Era Festival, Battle 4 Atlantis, and Maui Invitational, highlight the matchups we're most looking forward to, and make some predictions for the championships!

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Episode 30 - Zach and George continue to break down the Rambler's disappointing start to the season that now finds them at 1-4 and in the basement of the Atlantic 10. We discuss Loyola's latest week of action, on the road against Wichita State, and a home loss to the Colorado State Rams. Are there reasons to be optimistic about the direction the team is heading in? Should Drew Valentine's seat be warming up? We discuss all that and more!

Zach and George also preview the Ramblers' next two games, first an in-state "rivalry" at Gentile against the Northern...

Episode 29 - Zach and George are back after the first week of Rambler basketball, and well, it wasn't pretty. The guys break down Loyola's 1-2 start against Cleveland State, Mercyhurst, and North Texas, discussing the overarching problems the team needs to work through, and vent about the disappointing start that saw the Ramblers' at-large hopes immediately dashed. We also preview the next pair of Rambler games on the road against the Shockers of Wichita State, and a home match-up against the Colorado State Rams.

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Episode 28 - Zach and George are back with Part 2 of the season preview! We look at the second half of the Ramblers' non-conference schedule, giving our overall thoughts on a much-improved non-con slate. We look ahead to Monday's season opener against Cleveland State and make some predictions for the season, including record, MVP, newcomer of the year, and more!

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Episode 27 - Season 2 of the Rambler On Podcast is here! In Part 1 of our season preview, Zach and George take a look at the 8 newcomers to the Ramblers roster and break down what kind of impact they may have on the 2025-26 season. We review the first 6 games of the non-conference schedule and give our general thoughts on the season ahead. Finally, we discuss the first Rambler game action of the season, an exhibition against cross-town rival DePaul.

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Zach and George recap the 2024-25 season of Rambler basketball after the Blers fell to the Mocs of Chatanooga in the NIT semifinals last Tuesday night. The guys give out the first annual Ramble On Awards, giving flowers to some marquee Ramblers, and our overall grades for the season.

The guys react to three Ramblers hitting the transfer portal and update our portal wishlist as #PortalKombat is officially in full swing.

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Episode 25 - Zach and George break down the Ramblers' two NIT wins over San Jose State and San Franscico and give their thoughts on the Round of 64 and 32 in the NCAA Tournament. The guys preview the Ramblers NIT Quarterfinal matchup with the Golden Flashes of Kent State.

Zach and George discuss the portal opening and the negative effects that the "wild, wild west" nature of the portal has on both the NCAA tournament and mid majors as a whole.

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Zach and George are back in a special bonus podcast breaking down the bracket. The guys highlight several games that they're looking forward to in the Round of 64, give their Elite 8, Final Four, and National Championship picks, and more.

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Episode 23 - The guys discuss the A10 awards and why they think some Ramblers got snubbed. Zach and George recap the Ramblers weekend in the A10 Tourney. Breaking down what went wrong in Saturday's loss to VCU.

A preview of Wednesday's NIT matchup against San Jose State and a discussion about our excitement (or lack thereof) for the NIT.

We look around college basketball, discussing some of the top storylines including South Alabama's NIT disaster, and Iona firing Tobin Anderson.

Finally, Zach gives his way too early and mostly uninformed transfer portal wish...

Episode 22 - Zach and George recap the Ramblers 2-0 week to secure the double bye in this week's A10 Tournament. The guys look back at the roller coaster of a season, looking back at our (very bad) A10 standings predictions, and give Drew Valentine his flowers for a remarkable job this season,

We make the case for Drew Valentine to win Coach of the Year, Miles Rubin for Defensive Player of the Year, and Jayden Dawson as a first-team All-A10.

Finally, we look ahead to the A10 Tournament, preview the three potential Ramblers matchups and...

Episode 21 - Zach and George recap the Ramblers' blowout win over George Washington and the blowout loss at the hands of St.Louis. The guys explain why they're not even a little worried after the blowout loss ahead of next week's A10 Tourney.

Zach and George preview the Ramblers' final two regular season games and discuss the importance of taking care of business to secure the double bye.

Episode 20 - Zach and George are having fun watching Rambler basketball! The guys recap Loyola's wins over Davidson and Dayton to stretch their winning streak to 4 and catapult them into 3rd place in the A10. The guys highlight the stars of the week, including Des Watson and Miles Rubin,

Zach and George preview the Ramblers' next two matchups against George Washington and St.Louis and discuss where they stand heading into the home stretch of Conference Play.

Finally, the guys give credit where it's due to the coaches and players for turning the season around...

Episode 19 - Zach and George breakdown the Ramblers 2-0 week with victories over Richmond and St. Louis. Discussing how it feels like Loyola is getting hot at the perfect time to ride momentum into March.

The guys give Sheldon Edwards his flowers as he continues to etch himself into Loyola history with his play on the court and leadership. And talk about Jayden Dawson and his ascension into stardom.

Zach and George preview this week's games on the road against Davidson and a marquee home matchup against Dayton.

Finally, Zach addresses this week...

Zach and George relive the highs and lows of the last week of Rambler basketball, recapping the blowout victory over St. Bonaventure, and the disappointing loss on the road in Duquesne. The guys continue to ride the roller coaster of the season, as self-inflicted wounds once again plague Loyola.

Finally, the guys look ahead to the next two games on the road against the Spiders of Richmond and a FridA10 Rivalry game hosting St, Louis.

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Episode 17 - Zach and George discuss yet another 1-1 week for the Ramblers after an overtime loss @ George Mason and a home win over St. Joe's. Zach and George highlight the lack of an 'alpha' on the offensive side of the floor, the continued disappointing play of Miles Rubin, and the Ramblers' inability to string together multiple wins in a row.

The guys preview Loyola's next two conference matchups, at home on Tuesday night against St. Bonaventure and on the road against the defending A10 tournament Champion Duquenese.

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Episode 16 - Zach and George discuss the Ramblers' four-point victory over the Fordham Rams last Wednesday at Gentile Arena, breaking down another frustrating performance. The guys talk about the lack of consistent effort from the team, and who's to blame for the uneven start to conference play.

Finally, Zach and George preview the Ramblers' next two A10 matchups on the road against George Mason and a home matchup against St. Joe's

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Episode 15 - Zach and George break down the Ramblers 1-1 week with a home win against Rhode Island and an OT Thriller on the road in Dayton. Hear Zach and George's thoughts on the crushing end to the Dayton game and where the guys stand on the state of the team as conference play is in full swing.

George previews the Ramblers' next game, a home matchup against the Rams of Fordham, and looks ahead at a funky scheduling week for Loyola.

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Episode 14: Zach and George discuss the Ramblers' blowout loss in Philadelphia against the Hawks of St. Joe's. The guys zoom out on the scope of where the Ramblers' season is heading, how much the team is missing starting point guard Justin Moore, and who can step in the season and as a leader in his absence.

Zach and George preview the Ramblers two upcoming games one at Gentile on Wednesday Night against the University of Rhode Island Rams, and a massive road matchup against the top team in the A10, the Dayton Flyers.

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Episode 13 - Zach and George breakdown Loyola's road win over LaSalle and discuss how the Ramblers can build positive momentum from this win to springboard a strong A10 schedule. The guys preview the second leg of the Ramblers Philly road trip, a Saturday afternoon matchup with St. Joe's. Finally, Zach and George discuss two major upsets in the early days of Atlantic 10 play.

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Episode 12 - Zach and George break down the Ramblers' fourth consecutive loss, this one at the hands of the VCU Rams in the A10 play opener. Zach highlights a troubling trend for Loyola amid their skid and makes note of something he's looking for out of Drew Valentine in the coming weeks.

George previews the Ramblers Wednesday Night matchup in Philly with La Salle and takes you on a tour around the A10. Finally, Zach and George give their A10 regular season predictions.

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Episode 11 - Zach and George recap the Ramblers Christmas Day loss to Murray State to claim last place in the Diamond Head Classic, sharing their final thoughts on a brutal three days in Hawaii for the Ramblers. The guys look ahead to Saturday's A10 opening game where Loyola will welcome preseason favorite VCU to Gentile and discuss what the Ramblers need to do to bounce back with a big upset win.

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Episode 10 - Zach and George breakdown the Ramblers two disappointing wins in the first two games of the Diamond Head Classic. Zach and George breakdown what went wrong in both losses, and where the Ramblers go from here.

The guys preview the potential last-place matchups in Charlotte and Murray State and talk about how the Ramblers can rebound and build momentum into A10 play.

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Episode 9: Zach and George discuss the Ramblers 12 point victory over the Canisius Golden Griffins. Giving our takes on the Ramblers mounting injury problems, what players need to continue to step up in the absence of the key injured players in the front court.

The guys look ahead to the Diamond Head Classic, previewing the Ramblers' first-round matchup against the Oakland Golden Grizzlies and examining potential second-round opponents Oregon State and College of Charleston.

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