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  • Is Expansion to a two-tiered NCAA Tournament a good thing?
    2025/06/11
    Casey Matthews and Mark Zanetto announce new shows joining the Big East Energy Network, including a Villanova-focused show, and 2 women's basketball related programs that will span the big east conference wne women's pro sports coverage. The episode concludes with a thought-provoking discussion on the state of college basketball, touching on topics like NCAA tournament expansion and the possibility of a two-tiered system in the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 分
  • How will the House Settlement effect the Big East
    2025/06/11
    Casey Matthews and Mark Zanetto discuss the recent House ruling on pay-for-play in college athletics. They explore its potential impact on Big East teams, highlighting St. John's, Georgetown, and Marquette as potential beneficiaries. The conversation delves into creative revenue strategies for schools like UConn and the challenges of balancing spending across multiple sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    22 分
  • Leadership Void: Why NCAA Bracket Expansion Isn't the Solution for College Basketball
    2025/05/30
    SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW ALL BIG EAST ENERGY HERE: https://linktr.ee/bigeastenergy BigEastEnergy.com Mark Zanetto and Jay Holahan discuss the potential expansion of the NCAA tournament on Big East Energy Weekly. They argue against expansion, citing concerns about diluting the quality of competition and favoring high-profile programs. The hosts explore alternative ways to improve college basketball, including addressing NIL issues and implementing caps on player compensation. They advocate for more home-and-home series between top programs, criticizing the prevalence of neutral site games. The conversation touches on the changing landscape of college athletics, the importance of traditional rivalries, and the need for accountability in the sport. The hosts also share personal anecdotes and opinions on various college basketball programs and conferences. #BigEastBasketball, #NCAAExpansion, #CollegeHoops, #TransferPortal, #NIL, #HomeAndHome, #NeutralSiteGames, #BigEastEnergy, #StJohns, #UConn, #Georgetown, #Kentucky, #NonConferenceSchedule, #RickPitino, #CoachK, #JimCalhoun, #CollegeBasketballReform, #MidMajors, #PowerConferences, #RecruitingBattles, #NCAAChampionships, #BigEastLegacy, #SECvsBigEast, #CollegeBasketballTradition, #FanBases, #CoachingLegends, #BasketballRivalries Thank you to our Sponsor- ASABASASPICE Visit ASABASASPICE.COM/BEE Get 15 PCT off your First Order with PROMO CODE: BIGFLAVOR15 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 分
  • You'll Never Guess These Big East Alums!
    2025/05/23
    We’re talking coaching grind in this week’s Big East Energy Weekly — what it’s really like once the season ends. From handling roster turnover to navigating the transfer portal and staying active on the recruiting trail, Coach’s Corner gives you the inside look at this wild time of year. Then we lighten it up with a fun segment on famous Big East alumni — including a surprise appearance from none other than Chris Farley. You’ll never guess which Big East school he repped. Plus, big news for the network: we’re welcoming a brand-new St. John’s podcast next week! Red Storm fans, stay tuned — we’ve got you covered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 分
  • The 3 teams that will make or BREAK the Big East.
    2025/05/16
    Mark Zanetto and Casey Matthews are joined by Jaden Daly of Daly Dose of Hoops to break down what’s becoming the Big 3 Era in the Big East. From UConn’s national dominance to Rick Pitino’s reloaded St. John’s squad and Creighton’s quiet but lethal continuity, this episode dives deep into the programs shaping the present — and future — of Big East basketball. We talk coaching philosophies, roster construction, recruiting momentum, and whether this trio is lifting the conference… or leaving it behind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    14 分
  • DEVELOPING: Villanova Reloading | Why Kevin Willard Isn’t Done Yet
    2025/05/12
    🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple, Amazon, iHeartRadio + more. Search: Big East Energy 🔔 Subscribe on YouTube to Big East Energy for weekly breakdowns, insider interviews, and the best damn college hoops coverage anywhere. 📲 Follow @BigEastEnergy and @MarkZanettoCBB for clips, updates, and behind-the-scenes coverage. SUBSCRIBE TO ALL THIS BIGEASTENERGY NETWORK: https://linktr.ee/bigeastenergy On this week’s Big East Energy Weekly, Casey Matthews and Mark Zanetto discuss how Villanova is reloading under Kevin Willard — and why the Wildcats may not be done in the transfer portal just yet. With one of the most calculated offseasons in the Big East, Nova is quietly building something serious, especially with the addition of star Freshman Acaden Lewis. They also dive into the heavyweight non-conference matchups that could shift the national narrative: St. John’s vs. Kentucky, UConn vs. Florida, and Marquette vs. Purdue — and close the show by asking a critical question: Can Seton Hall survive the NIL era? Thank you to our Sponsor, Asabasa Spice Co. visit: http://asabasaspice.com/BEE use promo code BIGFLAVOR15 for 15 pct off your first order! #Villanova #BigEast #KevinWillard #TransferPortal #CollegeBasketball #UConn #Marquette #SetonHall #StJohns #MarchMadness #BigEastEnergy #NCAAB #stjohns #bigeastenergy #bigeastbasketball #newpope #pope Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 分
  • Pitino St. John’s Reloads. Hurley/Karaban Returns. MAC's portal plunge. Let the Battle Begin
    2025/05/01
    🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple, Amazon, iHeartRadio + more. Search: Big East Energy 🔔 Subscribe on YouTube to Big East Energy for weekly breakdowns, insider interviews, and the best damn college hoops coverage anywhere. 📲 Follow @BigEastEnergy and @MarkZanettoCBB for clips, updates, and behind-the-scenes coverage. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple, Amazon, iHeartRadio + more. Search: Big East Energy 🔔 Subscribe on YouTube to Big East Energy for weekly breakdowns, insider interviews, and the best damn college hoops coverage anywhere. 📲 Follow @BigEastEnergy and @MarkZanettoCBB for clips, updates, and behind-the-scenes coverage. Alex Karaban might be coming back to UConn… but is that actually the biggest Big East news of the week? St. John’s just landed a monster portal class under Rick Pitino — and we brought in New York Post’s Zach Braziller to break it all down. In this episode of Big East Energy, we debate which storyline moves the needle more: Karaban’s potential return or St. John’s portal power moves that could reshape the Big East and have them repeating as Big East champions? We dive deep into what Karaban means for UConn’s 3rd title in four years, and how Pitino’s additions could finally make the Johnnies a legitimate national title contender. Don’t miss this sharp, fast-paced episode loaded with Big East insight. Thank you to our Sponsor, Asabasa Spice Co. visit: http://asabasaspice.com/BEE.. use promo code BIGFLAVOR15 for 15 pct off your first order! #UConnBasketball #StJohns #BigEast #CollegeBasketball #RickPitino #AlexKaraban #NCAABasketball #TransferPortal #ZachBraziller #BigEastEnergy #UConn #StJohnsBasketball #hoopscappod #nypost #newyork #bigeastenergy #bigeastbasketball #bigeasthoops Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    41 分
  • BOMBSHELL: St. John's MEGA-HAUL Shakes Big East | Can Rick Pitino DELIVER Without a TRUE Point Guard
    2025/04/24
    Subscribe to the podcast and follow everything about Big East Energy and The Hoops Cap here: LINKTREE: https://linktr.ee/bigeastenergy 0:00 Intro: Transfer portal madness in Big East 5:09 St. John's roster transformation under Rick Pitino 10:28 Impact of powerhouse programs on Big East 15:43 Analyzing St. John's new roster additions 20:22 Xavier and Villanova's transfer portal moves 24:20 All-Portal team discussion begins 28:23 Final All-Portal team picks and DePaul mention 30:59 Closing remarks and sponsor shoutout Can the St. John's Red Storm's "Mega Hall" of transfers reshape the Big East basketball landscape? With the college basketball transfer portal buzzing, St. John's, led by coach Rick Patino, is making waves with key additions like Ian Jackson and Bryce Hopkins. The episode explores how these moves could redefine the team's strategy and impact the league's power dynamics. Mark Zanetto and Casey Matthews dive into the transfer activities of Big East teams, spotlighting Xavier's aggressive portal strategy and Creighton's strategic acquisitions, including Josh Dix and Owen Freeman. The discussion also features an "All-Portal Team" selection, highlighting players poised to make significant impacts. Join the conversation to uncover how these transfers might influence the upcoming season and the Big East's competitive edge. Listen now for exclusive insights and expert analysis. #bigeastbasketball #TransferPortal #StJohnsHoops #RickPitino #CreightonJays #XavierMusketeers #BigEastRecruiting #CollegeHoops #NCAATransfers #PortalMadness #BigEastEnergy #AsabasaSpice #GeorgetownHoyas #DePaulBasketball #VillanovaWildcats #BigEastPodcast #CBB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 分