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Small College Basketball Podcast

Small College Basketball Podcast

By Chris Cottrell

The Small College Basketball Podcast, hosted by former NCAA Division II Basketball coach Chris Cottrell, promotes college basketball teams, players, and coaches across the NCAA Division II, NCAA Division III, NAIA, USCAA and NCCAA levels. Weekly episodes include highlights, interviews and insights celebrating small college basketball’s best programs, teams, players, coaches, and alumni at levels beyond NCAA Division I.
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Small College Basketball PodcastNov 11, 2022

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Recap National Tourneys

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.

Website featuring NCAA Division II Men's Basketball National Tournament

Website featuring NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball National Tournament

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

For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast

You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on

Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_

LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell

Mar 23, 202408:34
Bob Quillman Previews NCAA DIII

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

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

For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast

You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on

Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_

LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell

Mar 09, 202428:36
St Martin's University NCAA DII

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… 

Website featuring St. Martin's University Basketball

Website featuring Roster and Coach Landon

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

For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast

You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on

Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_

LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell


Feb 17, 202437:47
Matt Margenthaler Minnesota State
Feb 07, 202426:22
Pat Coleman talks D3 Hoops

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.  

Website featuring d3hoops.com

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

For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast

You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on

Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_

LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell

Feb 03, 202435:56
Bethel Pilots Basketball

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.  

Website featuring Coach Steve Drabyn

Website featuring Bethel University Basketball

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

For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast

You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on

Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_

LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell


Jan 20, 202440:22
Record Breaking Night, Nick Brenegan

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.  

Website featuring Nick Brenegan’s Career Night

Website featuring Coach Chuck Benson 

Website featuring Carson Newman University Men’s Basketball

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

For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast

You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on

Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_

LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell

Jan 13, 202424:57
Brooks McKowen at Upper Iowa University

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.  

Website featuring Coach Brooks McKowen

Website featuring Upper Iowa University Men’s Basketball 

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

For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast

You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on

Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_

LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell


Jan 06, 202429:57
2023 Recap

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.  

Website featuring Small College Basketball 

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

For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast

You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on

Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_

LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell

Dec 29, 202314:01
Scott Moore & Elijah Malone of Grace College

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 

Website featuring Grace College 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

or visit www.smallcollegebasketball.com

For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast

You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on

Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_

LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell


Dec 23, 202334:06
Josh Andrews and Taylor's "Silent Night"

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

or visit www.smallcollegebasketball.com

For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast

You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on

Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_

LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell

Dec 16, 202329:02
Bob Quillman and D3 Hoops

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.  

Website featuring Bob Quillman’s Twitter Page

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

For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast

You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on

Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_

LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell

Dec 14, 202330:29
The Trevor Hudgins Award
Dec 09, 202327:36
Chris Briggs, Georgetown's 2,000
Dec 07, 202327:22
Ken French & NAIA's "The Show"
Dec 02, 202332:41
SCB Champions Classic

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.  

Website featuring the Small College Basketball Champions Classic

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

For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast

You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on

Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_

LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell

Nov 16, 202330:59
500 Wins w/ Greg Tonagel
Nov 10, 202320:25
Wayne Cavadi DII Preview

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 

Website featuring NCAA DII MBB Power 10 Rankings

Website featuring DII Players to Watch

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 

For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast

You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on

Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_

LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell

Nov 04, 202332:33
Chad and Jace Lance (NAIA)

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. 

Website featuring Coach Chad Lance

Website featuring Jace Lance

Website featuring Missouri Valley College 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

or visit www.smallcollegebasketball.com 

For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast

You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on

Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_

LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell


Nov 02, 202320:15
Interview w/ Jim Crutchfield NCAA D 2 Champs

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. 

Website featuring Coach Jim Crutchfield

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

or visit www.smallcollegebasketball.com 

For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast

You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on

Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_

LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell

Oct 28, 202327:25
John Kirkorian CNU, NCAA DIII Champs

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

or visit www.smallcollegebasketball.com 

For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast

You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on

Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_

LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell


Oct 28, 202321:34
Colby Blaine, NAIA Champs

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

or visit www.smallcollegebasketball.com 

For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast

You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on

Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_

LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell


Oct 19, 202315:44
John McCarthy & the Tribute to SCB

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

or visit www.smallcollegebasketball.com 

For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast

You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on

Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_

LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell


Oct 13, 202330:47
NCAA DII National Championship
Mar 30, 202347:28
National Champs and D II Preview
Mar 21, 202301:03:11
SCB Bracketology 2023
Mar 08, 202301:18:17
Post Season Primer 2nd Ed.
Mar 02, 202331:44
NCAA D2 and D3 Post Season Primer
Mar 01, 202335:32
Mid Season Recap NCAAD3 and NCAAD2
Jan 04, 202343:32
Mid Season Recap USCAA NCCAA NAIA
Jan 03, 202325:37
Champions Classic Preview
Nov 18, 202256:11
Small College Basketball Hall of Fame Classic

Small College Basketball Hall of Fame Classic

In today’s episode, listeners join co-hosts Chris Cottrell and Rob Gardiner as they recap the 2022 Small College Basketball Hall of Fame Classic. Ten games over two days featuring some of the top teams and coaches in the country! Saturday’s recaps include post game interviews. Sunday’s games are recapped by Cottrell and Gardiner. Saturday, November 5, 2022 Hillsdale 64 Dallas Baptist 57 Nova Southeastern 101 Alabama-Huntsville 81 Lincoln Memorial 108 Valdosta State 80 Florida Southern 96 Flagler 80 NW MO State 78 West Texas A&M 62   Sunday, November 6, 2022 Alabama-Huntsville 83 Lincoln Memorial 81  Nova Southeastern 95 Dallas Baptist 65 Hillsdale 79 Valdosta State 65 Florida Southern 92 West Texas A&M 90 NW MO State 88 Flagler 75 Cottrell and Gardiner review the 2022 Small College Basketball Hall of Fame All Classic Team: Chaney Johnson, AL Huntsville
Max Shulman, AL Huntsville
E.J. Dambreville, FL Southern
Joe Reuter, Hillsdale
Kyle Goessler, Hillsdale
Dallas Graziani, Nova Southeastern
RJ Sunahara, Nova Southeastern
Kyle Young, Flagler
Luke Waters, NW MO State
Diego Bernard, NW MO State Most Valuable Player Jadin Booth, Florida Southern 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 For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast
Nov 11, 202239:46
Hall of Famers Edition
Nov 09, 202222:35
SCB Hall of Fame Weekend Edition
Nov 04, 202250:11
NAIA Preview Episode
Nov 03, 202238:53
NCAA DIII Preview
Nov 02, 202228:35
NCAA DII Preview w/ Rob Gardiner
Nov 01, 202233:32
National Awards Edition
Apr 12, 202217:44
National Champions Edition
Apr 05, 202201:40:56
National Championship Recap Edition
Mar 29, 202216:38
DII Elite Eight Preview Edition

DII Elite Eight Preview Edition

In this weeks episode, host Chris Cottrell previews the NCAA Division II Elite Eight. Also included is a recap and brief preview of the NAIA National Championship game, to be played on Tuesday night. Cottrell also provides brief recaps of the NCAA Division III National Championship and the NCCAA National Championship.

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
or visit www.smallcollegebasketball.com

For more information visit anchor.fm/scb_podcast

You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on
Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_
Instagram @Coach_Cottrell_
LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell
Mar 22, 202245:07
Preview Edition: NCAA DIII Final Four w/ Pat Coleman

Preview Edition: NCAA DIII Final Four w/ Pat Coleman

In this weeks episode, host Chris Cottrell previews the NCAADII Sweet 16 as well as a brief recap of the USCAA Championships and NCCAA Championships.

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

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

For more information visit anchor.fm/scb_podcast

You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on
Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_
Instagram @Coach_Cottrell_
LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell
Mar 15, 202256:32
Bracket Breakdown Edition
Mar 08, 202225:21
Mid-Season Recap Edition feat; John McCarthy (Re-Post)
Mar 01, 202256:08
Andy Newman Edition (UC San Bernardino, NCAA DII)

Andy Newman Edition (UC San Bernardino, NCAA DII)

In this weeks episode, host Chris Cottrell interviews the head coach of California State University, San Bernardino, Andy Newman.
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

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

For more information visit anchor.fm/scb_podcast

You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on
Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_
Instagram @Coach_Cottrell_
LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell
Feb 22, 202253:56
Special Edition w/ Author Kyle Keiderling

Special Edition w/ Author Kyle Keiderling

In todays episode Coach Cottrell welcomes beat-selling author Kyle Keiderling to the Small College Basketball Podcast.

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.
Feb 19, 202248:13
Ron Rose Edition, Illinois Wesleyan (NCAA, DIII)

Ron Rose Edition, Illinois Wesleyan (NCAA, DIII)

Show Notes:

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.

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Feb 15, 202232:15
Todd Duncan Edition (Lubbock Christian Univ, NCAA DII)

Todd Duncan Edition (Lubbock Christian Univ, NCAA DII)

Show Notes:

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.

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Feb 08, 202201:06:40
Jeremiah Samarrippas Ed (Lincoln Memorial Univ, NCAA DII)
Feb 01, 202239:00
Stacy Hollowell Edition (NAIA, Loyola New Orleans)

Stacy Hollowell Edition (NAIA, Loyola New Orleans)

In this weeks episode, host Chris Cottrell interviews the head coach of Loyola University, New Orleans, Stacy Hollowell.

As of this episode coach Hollowell and Loyola are ranked #1 in the country, atop the NAIA Top 25 Coaches Poll with a record of 17 - 1. Over the weekend, Loyola defeated William Carey University.

In his eight years at Loyola, Coach Hollowell has an overall record of 146 - 78… his overall winning percentage is 65% good for second all time among Loyloa men’s basketball coaches. He has advanced the Wolf Pack to the NAIA National tournament each of the last three seasons, and four of his seven seasons as the head coach. Hollowell has led Loyola to six straight winning seasons including a Sweet Sixteen victory in the 2020-2021 season.

The previous season, while navigating the pandemic, Loyola was 23-10 including 21 regular season wins, a program record, which earned them a 6 seed in the NAIA National Championship…. Only to see that season shortened due to Covid.

Hollowell has mentored 8 NAIA All American Selections in his time at Loyola. This season Loyola was selected #5 in the NAIA Preseason Coaches poll and were tabbed to win the Southern States Athletic Conference.

Coach Cottrell and Coach Hollowell talk about managing high expectations entering this season, navigating the pandemic and Hurricane Ida, handling a pause mid-season, and their depth this season with 2 versatile NAIA-All Americans.

For more information on today’s announcements and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email
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Jan 25, 202240:28