SoCon Fast Break

The 2026 Ingles SoCon Fast Break Summer Tour heads to Cookeville, TN! Tennessee Tech Head Coach Tobin Anderson and forward De'Ante Green break down the Golden Eagles' arrival in the Southern Conference, the high-pressure playing style coming with them, and the chip on their shoulder heading into the new season.Coach Anderson opens up about the historic March Madness run over Purdue, navigating an unexpected coaching change, embracing the history in Cookeville, and instilling a relentless press-and-pace identity. Plus, De'Ante Green joins Richmond for the Two-Man Weave segment to discuss battling back from an Achilles injury, returning closer to family, and the personal meaning behind his tattoos.In This Episode:Toughness, Press & Pace — Coach Anderson breaks down the aggressive, uptempo brand of basketball Tennessee Tech brings into the Southern Conference.The Journey & The March Madness Magic — Reflecting on the historic 16-over-1 upset of Purdue, the path to Cookeville, and turning unexpected coaching changes into fuel.De'Ante Green on the Two-Man Weave — Overcoming a torn Achilles, beating the odds, playing closer to his Asheville roots, and the story behind his ink.Building the Golden Eagle Foundation — Honoring program history, establishing non-negotiable culture standards, and why Cookeville feels like home.A New Threat in the SoCon — What to expect from Tennessee Tech as they look to make an immediate statement across the league.Presented by Ingles Markets

The 2026 Ingles SoCon Fast Break Summer Tour stops in Spartanburg, SC! Wofford Head Coach Kevin Giltner shares the unique culture, roster identity, and fit-first philosophy defining Terrier basketball heading into the new season.Coach Giltner reflects on his homecoming to Spartanburg, the enduring influence of Mike Young, navigating modern offseason realities, and why Wofford is building a bigger, deeper, and more athletic roster in 2026. Plus, Luke Flynn joins Richmond for the two-man weave segment to talk student section energy in "The Boneyard," gameday superstitions, and the ultimate GOAT debate.In This Episode:"Know What Wins at Wofford" — Coach Giltner breaks down why fit beats pure star ratings and what makes Spartanburg a unique college basketball home.The Wofford Homecoming & Leadership Evolution — Transitioning into the head coaching seat, the daily influence of Mike Young, and making Year One fun.Luke Flynn in the two-man weave — Off-court superstitions, fuel from "The Boneyard" student section, and taking a side on the LeBron debate.Portal Realities & Roster Standards — Setting high expectations, managing roster movement, and maintaining program standards.2026 Terrier Preview — Inside the blueprint for a bigger, more athletic, and deeper Wofford squad ready to contend in the SoCon.Presented by Ingles Markets

The latest NCAA eligibility ruling could reshape Southern Conference basketball rosters. A federal court injunction issued by Judge Charlotte Sweeney has granted affected Division I athletes from the 2022 recruiting class an additional fifth year of eligibility—leaving the NCAA preparing for an appeal and coaches scrambling to react.Richmond and Darren break down the high-stakes legal fallout, the logic behind the injunction, state-level lawsuits, and the complex roster and NIL decisions now facing mid-major programs.Did the NCAA create unnecessary chaos by omitting the 2022–23 recruiting class from its new eligibility model?In This Episode:The Five-for-Five Rule & The 2022 Class — Breaking down Judge Charlotte Sweeney’s ruling and why the 2022–23 recruiting class was uniquely left out.Potential Appeal Outcomes — Examining what happens next, why injunctions are difficult to overturn, and the NCAA’s argument regarding high school recruiting.State vs. Federal Court Battles — Analyzing parallel lawsuits in Ohio and North Carolina and how court systems are altering college athletics.Coaching Chaos & Roster Management — The immediate fallout for mid-major programs navigating late transfer portal shifts, budget constraints, and NIL decisions.What Happens Next — Looking ahead at potential solutions, roster limits, and the future of NCAA governance.Presented by Ingles Markets

The 2026 Ingles SoCon Fast Break Summer Tour rolls into Birmingham! Samford Head Coach Lennie Acuff and junior guard Cade Norris break down the relentless mindset driving the Bulldogs' program and their vision for the 2026 season.Coach Acuff holds nothing back — from why recruiting "living it" players beats "liking it" talent, to the ultimate burden of leadership when disappointing players you care about.In This Episode:"You Have To LIVE It" — Coach Acuff breaks down the fundamental difference between players who like basketball and those who live it.Overloading the Locker Room with Character — Cultivating winning habits, team identity, and fundamentals that travel on the road.Cade Norris on Family & the Portal — Navigating being coached by his brother Keaton, competitive family rivalries, and his commitment to Samford.The Reality of Modern Leadership — The danger of "the meeting after the meeting" for staff alignment and the hardest choices in coaching.Built to Last — Managing summer workout loads to avoid burnout, off-court chemistry, and the ultimate pressure of the SoCon Tournament.Presented by Ingles Markets

Richmond and Darren Angell look at the high-stakes Saturday evening sessions of the 2026 Ingles SoCon Basketball Championships in Asheville. As the tournament heat intensifies, it's a clash between the league's most efficient offenses and the hottest teams entering the weekend.In this episode:Samford vs. Furman (6 p.m.): We discuss why Samford is considered the "scariest" team in the league despite Furman’s regular-season sweep.The Norris Brothers & Jaden Booth: We analyze the impact of the newly named SoCon Player of the Year and why the Norris brothers are the ultimate X-factor for the Bulldogs.Perimeter Battle: A look at Samford’s league-leading three-point shooting against Furman’s elite perimeter defense.The Health Factor: We explore how the return of Eisa Thomas and Cooper Bowser changes the dynamic for the Paladins.Western Carolina vs. Mercer (Nightcap): A breakdown of the 4 vs. 5 seed matchup featuring Defensive Player of the Year Armani Mighty and the "machine" Talon Pettway.Living at the Stripe: Why Baraka Okojie’s ability to draw fouls makes Mercer’s offense so dangerous, with 23% of their points coming from the free-throw line.Which team survives?Presented by Ingles Markets

The votes are in and the hardware has been handed out! The Southern Conference has officially announced the 2026 Men’s Basketball awards, and it was a historic day for Samford’s Jadin Booth, aka Jadin Buckets!In this episode:The Jadin Buckets Era: Reacting to Jadin Booth sweeping the top individual honors and leading the nation in three-pointers.Defensive Dominance: Breaking down the co-winners for Defensive Player of the Year, Cam Morris III and Armani Mighty.Freshman Impact: Why Alex Wilkins’ Second-Team selection cements him as a premier talent despite the lack of a "Freshman of the Year" award.Coach of the Year: Brooke Savage’s consistent leadership at ETSU and the remarkable turnarounds at Wofford and Mercer.Who got snubbed?Presented by Ingles Markets