Small College Basketball Podcast
By Chris Cottrell
Small College Basketball PodcastNov 02, 2023
Cedarville Univ, NCCAA Champions
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell for an interview with Coach Pat Estepp. This season Coach Estepp led Cedarville University to the NCCAA Men’s Basketball National Championship!! Cottrell and Estepp discuss the journey of the Cedarville Yellow Jackets season and recap the national championship game against Wayland Baptist.
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Website featuring the National Championship Game Recap
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For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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Division III Champs, Trine Universtiy
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell for an interview with Coach Brooks Miller. This season Brooks Miller led Trine University to the NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball National Championship!! Cottrell and Miller discuss the journey of the Trine Thunder season and recap the national championship game against Hampden Sydney.
Cottrell and Miller also briefly discuss buzzer beaters, the best team activities from this past season and how the team and coaches locked into the NCAA tournament.
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For additional information please click the links below to follow all of the Small College Basketball National Tournament progress.
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Website featuring NAIA National Tournament
Website featuring NCCAA National Tournament
Website featuring USCAA National Tournament
Small College Basketball Podcast YouTube Channel
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
or visit www.smallcollegebasketball.com
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Recap National Tourneys
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell for a solo episode. Cottrell recaps the national championship games from NCAA Division III and the USCAA.
Cottrell also briefly previews the remaining tournaments and national championship schedule for NCAA Division II, NAIA, and NCCAA.
For additional information please click the links below to follow all of the Small College Basketball National Tournament progress.
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Website featuring USCAA National Tournament
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For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
or visit www.smallcollegebasketball.com
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Bob Quillman Previews NCAA DIII
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell for an interview with the host of the “Q-Cast” Bob Quillman. This is Quillman’s second visit to the Small College Basketball Podcast, and we are grateful as he is one of the brightest minds in NCAA Division III Basketball coverage. Quillman joined Chris Cottrell earlier in the season to discuss NCAA Division III Basketball on episode 13.
You can listen to that episode here….
In today’s episode, Quillman and Cottrell discuss the NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball National Championship Tournament. Topics covered include upsets in the opening rounds, best performances, and games to watch in the Sweet 16 and beyond.
Website featuring NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball National Tournament
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For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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St Martin's University NCAA DII
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell for an interview with head coach Aaron Landon. Coach Landon is in his 4th season as the head men’s basketball coach at St. Martin’s University, in Washington State.
At the time of the interview, St. Martin’s was the #13 ranked team in NCAA Division II Men’s Basketball. St. Martin’s competes in the Great Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC).
In today’s episode, Coach Landon and Cottrell discuss the changing landscape of Small College Basketball, winning on the road, and swimming in the Pacific Ocean on Thanksgiving…
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Website featuring Roster and Coach Landon
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For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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Matt Margenthaler Minnesota State
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell for an interview with head coach Matt Margenthaler. Coach Margenthaler is in his 22nd season as the head men’s basketball coach at Minnesota State University.
At the time of the interview, Minnesota State was the number two ranked team in NCAA Division II Men’s Basketball. Currently they are 5th in the nation and scheduled to play four of their last five games at home.
In today’s episode, Coach Margenthaler and Cottrell discuss the weather, managing the dog days of January and the elite coaches and players in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference.
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Website featuring Coach Matt Margenthaler
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For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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Pat Coleman talks D3 Hoops
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell for an interview with D3Hoops.com managing editor Pat Coleman. Coleman is one of the foremost experts on NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball.
Today, Cottrell and Coleman talk about the top teams and top players in NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball. The two discuss the NIL and the impact of the transfer portal on small college basketball. And, Pat Coleman lines up the second half of the NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball, what to expect and the timeline of events leading to the national championship game.
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Small College Basketball Podcast YouTube Channel
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
or visit www.smallcollegebasketball.com
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Bethel Pilots Basketball
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell for an interview with Coach Steve Drabyn from Bethel University. Bethel University is currently 14-3 and scheduled to take on Taylor University. In the most recent NAIA Coaches’ Poll Bethel is ranked #23 in the country.
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Website featuring Bethel University Basketball
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For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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Record Breaking Night, Nick Brenegan
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell for an interview with Coach Chuck Benson and Junior Guard Nick Brenegan from Carson Newman University. Carson Newman competes in the NCAA DIvision II South Atlantic Conference.
Last weekend Brenegan set a school record with 17 made 3-pointers and scored 64 points in CNU’s victory over Newberry College.
Coach Benson, Brenegan and Host, Chris Cottrell, discuss the career night for Brenegan, the state of Carson Newman Men’s Basketball and the strength of the South Atlantic Conference.
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For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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Brooks McKowen at Upper Iowa University
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell for an interview with Coach Brooks McKowen from Upper Iowa University. Coach McKowen is in his 11th season as the head coach at Upper Iowa and are entering Saturday’s game on a 4-game winning streak.
Coach McKowen and Cottrell discuss their transition from Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference to the Great Lakes Valley Conference as well as their depth of talent and the leadership of 5th year senior, Jake Hilmer.
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Website featuring Upper Iowa University Men’s Basketball
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For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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2023 Recap
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell for a a recap of the 2023 portion of the small college basketball season.
Cottrell covers NCAA Division II and NCAA Division III rankings as well as the latest in NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA teams and players.
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For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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Scott Moore & Elijah Malone of Grace College
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell for a conversation with the NAIA’s Grace College Head Men’s Basketball Coach, Scott Moore and their returning NAIA All American Elijah Malone. Elijah Malone is a Senior Forward at Grace College, while Moore is in his fifth season as the head coach.
Today, Cottrell, Moore and Malone talk relationship building, managing expectations and Christmas parties.
Website featuring Coach Scott Moore
Website featuring Elijah Malone
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For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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Josh Andrews and Taylor's "Silent Night"
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell and NAIA’s Taylor University Head Men’s Basketball Coach, Josh Andrews. Andrews is in his 11th season as the coach at Taylor University.
Today, Cottrell and Andrews talk about Taylor’s “Silent Night” tradition, his team, his team’s execution and confident shot making.
Website featuring Coach Josh Andrews
Website featuring Taylor University Basketball
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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Bob Quillman and D3 Hoops
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell and guest, Bob Quillman. Quillman hosts the “Q-Cast” and is the founder of iwuhoops.com… He is one of the brightest minds in NCAA Division III Basketball coverage.
Today, Cottrell and Bob Quillman discuss the state of Illinois Wesleyan University Basketball, the overall landscape of NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball and also the relationships he has formed throughout his years of coverage.
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For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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The Trevor Hudgins Award
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell and special guest, Trevor Hudgins. Hudgins currently plays overseas for Le Mans in France’s Euroleague.
Hudgins was a standout guard at Northwest Missouri State University where he was named the NCAA Division II Player of the Year in back-to-back seasons in 2021 and 2022, and was named the MIAA Player of the Year in three straight seasons from 2020 to 2022. In 2022, Hudgins was named the Small College Basketball Bevo Francis Award winner
Today, Cottrell and Trevor Hudgins discuss the creation of his award, the impact his family has had on his career and playing for one of the nations top coaches in Ben McCollum.
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For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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Chris Briggs, Georgetown's 2,000
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell and Coach Chris Briggs from Georgetown College (NAIA) in Kentucky. Coach Briggs is in his 13th season as head coach and recently guided Georgetown College to its 2,000th men’s basketball win as a member of the NAIA.
Today, Cottrell and Coach Briggs discuss the history and success of Georgetown College Men’s Basketball, their upcoming schedule. Listeners also get an inside look at the many different hats, small college basketball coaches have to wear throughout the season.
Website featuring the Coach Chris Briggs
Website featuring Georgetown College Men’s Basketball
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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Ken French & NAIA's "The Show"
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell and Coach Ken French, of Oakland City University in Indiana. Coach French is a long-time NAIA head coach, previously holding the same position at Rio Grande University in Ohio.
Today, Cottrell and Coach French discuss his holiday event featuring some of the best men’s and women’s teams in NAIA Basketball, “The Show”. In its’ ninth year, “The Show” had 20 elite NAIA Men’s Basketball teams and 10 elite NAIA Women’s Basketball teams competing in Kingsport, TN over the Thanksgiving Holiday weekend. Cottrell and Coach French discuss “The Show”, his Oakland City men’s basketball team and being a lifelong Small College Basketball Coach.
Website featuring the Coach Ken French
Website featuring Oakland City University Men’s Basketball
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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SCB Champions Classic
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell for a discussion with the participating coaches representing the NCAA Division III schools participating in the Small College Basketball Hall of Fame Classic.
Cottrell interviews the four coaches prior to this weekend’s event in Aberdeen, South Dakota on the Campus of Northern State University.
Coaches Scott Bittner (Stockton), David Hastings (Keene State Univ), Pat McKenzie (St Johns, MN) and Jeff Gard (UW-Platteville) discuss their teams and the opportunity to participate in the Small College Basketball Champions Classic.
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For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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500 Wins w/ Greg Tonagel
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Website featuring Indiana Wesleyan University Basketball
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Wayne Cavadi DII Preview
In this weekend’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell for a conversation with Wayne Cavadi, also known as the “Dean of DII.” Wayne covers men’s and women’s NCAA Division II sports for the NCAA.com and has been involved in the Small College Basketball Hall of Fame Classic in the past. He also hosts the weekly DII Nation Podcast available on Spotify and YouTube. In today’s episode Cottrell and Cavadi discuss the:
NCAA Division II Men’s Basketball Power 10 Preseason Rankings
SCB Hall of Fame Classic Field
Players to Watch in NCAA Division II Men’s Basketball this season
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For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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Chad and Jace Lance (NAIA)
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell for a special interview with Chad Lance and his son, Jace Lance of Missouri Valley College (NAIA). Coach Lance is the Head Men’s Basketball coach at Missouri Valley College and Jace is entering his junior season, after averaging 12 points per game as a freshman and sophomore. In today’s episode we discuss the special bond between father and son, coach and player.
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Website featuring Jace Lance
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For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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Interview w/ Jim Crutchfield NCAA D 2 Champs
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell for a special announcement and an interview with Coach Jim Crutchfield. Coach Crutchfield is the Head Men’s Basketball coach at Nova Southeastern University (NCAA D II). Coach Crutchfield led Nova Southeastern to the 2022-2023 Men’s Basketball NCAA Division II Men’s Basketball National Championship and a perfect 36-0 record last season.
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Website featuring Nova Southeastern University Basketball
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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John Kirkorian CNU, NCAA DIII Champs
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell and guest John Kirkorian. Coach Kirkorian is the Head Men’s Basketball coach at Christopher Newport University (NCAA DIII). Coach Kirkorian led Christopher Newport to the 2022-2023 Men’s Basketball NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball National Championship and a 30-3 record last season.
Website featuring Coach John Kirkorian
Website featuring Christopher Newport University Men’s Basketball
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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Colby Blaine, NAIA Champs
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell and guest Colby Blaine. Coach Blaine is the Head Men’s Basketball coach at the College of Idaho (NAIA). Coach Blaine led the College of Idaho to the 2022-2023 Men’s Basketball NAIA National Championship and a 36-1 record last season.
Website featuring Coach Colby Blaine
Website featuring the College of Idaho Yotes Men’s Basketball
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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John McCarthy & the Tribute to SCB
In today’s episode, listeners join host Chris Cottrell and special guest, the founder of Small College Basketball, to discuss the major events of the upcoming season including the:
Grand Opening of the Tribute to Small College Basketball
The 2023 Small College Basketball Hall of Fame Class
and the Small College Basketball Hall of Fame Classic, to be played at Lakeland, Florida.
Website featuring the Tribute to Small College Basketball
Website featuring the 2023 Small College Basketball Hall of Fame Class
Website featuring the Small College Basketball Hall of Fame Classic at Florida Southern College
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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NCAA DII National Championship
Elite Eight Games (4:13)
Final Four Game (18:40)
National Championship Game (26:43)
And, at the end of the episode (37: 40) Cottrell and Gardiner discuss some of the names and players to watch on the Bevo Francis Award Watchlist.
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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National Champs and D II Preview
NCAA D III (3:35)
NAIA (12:50)
NCCAA (24:15)
USCAA (30:15)
And, half way through the episode (32:05) Cottrell and Gardiner break down the NCAA Division II Men’s Basketball Elite Eight which kicks off later today, Tuesday, March 21, 2023.
Next week’s episode will feature a recap of the NCAA Division II Elite Eight, Final Four and National Championship Games. As well as a recap of the National awards and Bevo Francis Award Nominees.
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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SCB Bracketology 2023
Cottrell and Gardiner break down the NAIA Quadrants (2:00) preview the NCAA Division III Sweet 16 (21:40) and the NCAA Division II Brackets (40:00).
Today’s Bracketology offers a deep dive into styles of play analysis, multiple round match ups, and a look at some of the top players competing this post season.
NAIA (2:00)
NCAA Division III (21:40)
NCAA Division II (40:00)
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
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Post Season Primer 2nd Ed.
Cottrell and Gardiner get listeners caught up on hottest teams and players entering the NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA post season play.
Cottrell and Gardiner will do a deep dive into the Brackets next week!
Gardiner and Cottrell break down the rankings, polls across USCAA, NCCAA and the NAIA, while discussing some of the best players in the country, on the Bevo Francis Award Watch-List.
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
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NCAA D2 and D3 Post Season Primer
Cottrell and Gardiner get listeners caught up on hottest teams and players as we round the corner into the NCAA Division 2 tournament. Selection Sunday is March 5, 2023 for NCAA Division 2.
They also prepare listeners for the NCAA Division 3 postseason with a recap of the brackets, with insight into the the top teams and players. NCAA Division 3 Brackets we’re released on Monday, Feb 27.
Gardiner and Cottrell break down the rankings, polls across NCAA Division 2 and Division 3 while also discussing some of the best players in the country, on the Bevo Francis Award Watch-List.
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
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Mid Season Recap NCAAD3 and NCAAD2
Cottrell and Gardiner get listeners caught up on the latest storylines and highlights from across Men’s Basketball in the NCAA Division II and NCAA Division III.
Gardiner and Cottrell break down the rankings, top players and performances of the last month and get you ready for upcoming conference play.
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
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Mid Season Recap USCAA NCCAA NAIA
Todays podcast features the latest storylines and highlights from across Men’s Basketball in the USCAA, NCCAA and NAIA.
Gardiner and Cottrell break down the rankings, top players and performances of the last month and get you ready for upcoming conference play.
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
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Champions Classic Preview
Cottrell and Gardiner preview this weekends NCAA D3, NAIA and NCCAA D2 games taking place in Aberdeen. SD.
Friday, November 18
Illinois Wesleyan vs. Nebraska Wesleyan
St. Joseph vs. Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Carroll vs. Morningside
Indiana Wesleyan vs. Dakota Wesleyan
Northern State vs. Ferris State
Minnesota Duluth vs. Point Loma Nazarene
Saturday, November 19
Wisconsin-Oshkosh vs. Nebraska Wesleyan
St. Joseph vs. Illinois Wesleyan
Indiana Wesleyan vs. Morningside
Carroll vs. Dakota Wesleyan
Northern State vs. Point Loma Nazarene
Minnesota Duluth vs. Ferris State
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
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Small College Basketball Hall of Fame Classic
Hall of Famers Edition
Inductees included Players:
Jim Bond (Pasadena College)
Bo Clark (Central Florida)
Darryl Jones (Benedictine)
Todd Linder (Tampa)
Derrick “Rick” Mahorn (Hampton)
Steve Platt (Huntington (IN)
Glynn Saulters (Northeast Louisiana)
Jerry Shipp (Southeastern Oklahoma State)
Frank “Porky” Vieira (Quinnipiac)
Coaches:
Jim Phelan (Mount St. Mary’s)
Harry Statham (McKendree)
and Contributor/Player:
Earl Lloyd (West Virginia State)
Congratulations to all of the Hall of Fame inductees…
Listeners can hear interviews from:
Jim Bond
Bo Clark
Darryl Jones
Glynn Saulters (Northeast Louisiana)
Coach Harry Statham (McKendree)
As well as Larry Smith Award winner, Dr. Ronn Johnson.
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
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SCB Hall of Fame Weekend Edition
Listeners also get a preview of the weekend’s Hall of Fame Classic taking place at Jenkins Fieldhouse on the campus of Florida Southern College Saturday and Sunday… the hosts breakdown each of the 10-elite NCAA Division II men’s basketball programs competing this weekend.
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
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NAIA Preview Episode
Cottrell and Gardiner recap last season’s National Championship and preview the Preseason Top 25 teams this season. Hosts provide insight and analysis of players to watch, the transfer portal and more on the third episode of the Small College Basketball podcast, second season.
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
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NCAA DIII Preview
Cottrell and Gardiner recap last season’s National Championship and preview the Preseason Top 25 teams this season. Chris and Rob give insight and analysis on players to watch, the transfer portal and more on the second episode of the Small College Basketball podcast, second season.
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
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NCAA DII Preview w/ Rob Gardiner
Cottrell and Gardiner recap last season’s National Championship and preview the Preseason Top 25 teams this season. Chris and Rob give insight and analysis on players to watch, the transfer portal and more on the first episode of the Small College Basketball podcast, second season.
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
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National Awards Edition
Cottrell also recognizes the Bevo Francis Award winner as well as the Harry Stratham Coach of Impact Award winner win this episode.
In this podcast listeners can also hear about the upcoming Small College Basketball National Awards Show. The show will be aired live on YouTube, Friday, April 15 at 7:00pm. Listeners can follow this link to watch the show live..
www.youtube.com/watch?v=t5W0zPc17Ak
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
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National Champions Edition
In this weeks episode, listeners can enjoy a compilation of interviews from this year’s Small College Basketball National Champion coaches…
Listen to Back to Back to Back NCAA Division II National Champion head coach Ben McCollum from Northwest Missouri State (1:15).
NCAA Division III National Champion coach Josh Merkel gives insight into his Randolph Macon Men’s Basketball program (28:15).
And, hear the NAIA National Coach of the Year, Stacy Hollowell and coach of the NAIA National Champion Loyola University, New Orleans (1:02:02).
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
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National Championship Recap Edition
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DII Elite Eight Preview Edition
Today’s guest is Wayne Cavadi, of www.ncaa.com to preview the NCAA Division II Elite Eight beginning Tuesday and culminating with the National Championship game on Saturday, this weekend.
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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Preview Edition: NCAA DIII Final Four w/ Pat Coleman
Today’s guest is Pat Coleman of www.D3 hoops.com to preview the NCAA DIII Final Four, set for this weekend.
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
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Bracket Breakdown Edition
Cottrell also discusses the NCCAA Tournament and USCAA Tournaments.
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
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Mid-Season Recap Edition feat; John McCarthy (Re-Post)
Cottrell and John McCarthy discuss the huge game in NCAA DIII basketball between Yeshiva Univ. and Illinois Wesleyan, with other teams to watch at the Division III level.
They talk NCAA DII hoop including Lubbock Christian at #1 as well as the parity and depth throughout DII Top 25.
Cottrell and McCarthy also talk about the deep pool of talent throughout the NAIA level… Number one in the country, Loyola (New Orleans) is really good!
The hosts then turn their attention to some of the top players across Small College Basketball and pontificate on the Bevo Francis Award.
Today’s episode wraps with major announcements from the Small College Basketball team regarding the Hall of Fame Classic and Small College Basketball Capital Campaign.
For more information on today’s announcements and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
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Andy Newman Edition (UC San Bernardino, NCAA DII)
Currently, CSU San Bernardino is 20-2 and ranked #6 in last weeks NCAA D2 Mens Basketball Top 25 Coaches Poll.
Coach Newman is in his 4th season as the head coach at CSU San Bernardino and has an overall record of 56-24.
In today’s episode Coach Cottrell and Coach Newman discuss navigating the year off from competition in the 2020-2021 season. Cottrell and Newman also discuss how the year away and CCAA’s decision to cancel the season, impacted recruiting and the roster at CSU San Bernardino. Coach Newman also talks rebounding margins, assisting the basketball and their elite backcourt of Darius Lubom, Brandon Knapper and Darius Mickens.
Previously Newman led the Coyotes to a 15-14 record in his first season with a win over then ranked #16 UC San Diego, who is now an NCAA Division I institution. In a shortened second season at the helm, San Bernardino was 21-8 and preparing to play Azusa Pacific in the first round of the NCAA tournament when Covid disrupted that event and the entire NCAA Tournament.
In what would have been his third season, 2020-2021, the CCAA, the California Collegiate Athletic Association shut down basketball and programs did not compete as a result of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Before arriving in California, Newman was the head coach at the University of Texas Permian Basin where he won more than 100 games and advanced to the NCAA D2 National tournament twice.
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
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Special Edition w/ Author Kyle Keiderling
Author Kyle Keiderling, is responsible for writing the book, “SHOOTING STAR: THE BEVO FRANCIS STORY”. This special edition interview coincides with the release of the 50-Player Watch List for the Bevo Francis Award.
The Bevo Francis Award is presented annually to the player who has had the finest overall season within Small College Basketball. To hear more about the criteria and selection process - as well as some names of players to watch please go back and listen to episode #15 of the Small College basketball podcast, where John McCarthy and Cottrell discuss the Bevo Francis award in depth.
Ron Rose Edition, Illinois Wesleyan (NCAA, DIII)
In this weeks episode, host Chris Cottrell interviews the head coach of Illinois Wesleyan University, Ron Rose.
Currently, Illinois Wesleyan is 19-4 and ranked #6 in the D3Hoops.com Men’s Basketball Top 25 Coaches Poll.
Coach Rose is in his 15th season as the head coach at Illinois Wesleyan and holds an overall record of 289 - 134. He led the Titans to the 2021 College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Championship while navigating the covid shortened season.
In his 15 seasons Rose has coached 7 NCAA DIII All Americans and has been named NCAA DIII Coach of the Year in the state of Illinois 5-times throughout career.
Coach Rose had an illustrious playing career at Illinois Wesleyan where he is still top 10 in career assists and led the Titans to two conference championships and 3 NCAA DIII tournament appearances.
In today’s episode Coach Cottrell and Rose discuss the heavyweight battle between Illinois Wesleyan and Yeshiva earlier this season, as well as what coach Rose has learned about his team through challenging CCIW competition. Cottrell and Rose also discuss the Titans depth, defensive philosophy and the play of Matthew Leritz, Cory Noe, Peter Lambiss and Luke Yoder. Coach Rose is a Bloomington, Illinois guy through and through, and his appreciation for the community shines throughout this interview.
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
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Todd Duncan Edition (Lubbock Christian Univ, NCAA DII)
In this weeks episode, host Chris Cottrell interviews the head coach of Lubbock Christian University, Todd Duncan.
Currently Lubbock Christian is ranked number 1 in the nation in NCAA Division II men’s basketball. They are now 19-1 this year, after losing their first game of the season over the weekend to Dallas Baptist University in Lone Star Conference Play.
Coach Duncan is in his 11th season as the head coach at LCU and holds an overall record of 194 - 108. He has led the Chaps to 3 NCAA Division II national tournament appearances in a possible 6 opportunities. In 2021 Lubbock Christian won the Lone Star Conference Tournament Championship. Coach Duncan has successfully led Lubbock Christian’s transition from NAIA to NCAA Division II as well as the transition from the Heartland Conference to the Lone Star Conference. In 2021, Duncan was named the Clarence Gaines D-II National Coach of the Year award recipient, presented annually by CollegeInsider.com.
On today’s episode Coach Cottrell and Coach Duncan discuss navigating the NAIA to NCAA Transition, as well navigating the pandemic, and the positive effects that the pandemic had on their basketball program. Coach Duncan also talks about the strength of the Lone Star Conference, recruiting philosophy, and the stellar play of Parker Hicks, Rowan Mackenzie and Aamer Muhammad.
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
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