SoCon Fast Break

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SoCon Fast Break is the essential podcast that defines SoCon basketball. Get game breakdowns, including previews for matchups and keys to victory, along with detailed recaps while granting insider access through exclusive interviews with players, coaches, and analysts. Hosted by former college basketball assistant coaches Richmond Weaver and Darren Angell, there's no content void, no surface-level chatter—just the in-depth coverage and insight you need.

  1. 1일 전

    Jalen Slawson on Furman’s Winning Culture + Journey to the NBA | Legends Edition

    Richmond and Darren are joined by former Furman Basketball star and current Indiana Pacers forward, Jalen Slawson. Jalen reflects on his journey from breaking Furman’s 43-year SoCon title drought to making his mark in the NBA. In this episode: The NBA Transition: What life is like playing for Rick Carlisle and the grind of the G League.Betting on Yourself: Why Jalen turned down lucrative overseas offers to pursue his NBA dream.The "Riverboat Gambler": Insights into Bob Richey’s leadership and why Jalen chose to stay at Furman despite the transfer portal.A Magical Legacy: Behind-the-scenes stories from the Emmy-nominated documentary Better Together and that historic upset over Virginia.Paladin Pride: Jalen’s reaction to Furman winning another Southern Conference championship and how the current squad matches up for the tournament. Can the Paladins win another game in the NCAA tournament? Presented by Ingles Markets

    32분
  2. SoCon Tournament Recap + Furman's 15-Point Championship Statement

    3일 전

    SoCon Tournament Recap + Furman's 15-Point Championship Statement

    The Furman Paladins Claim the 2026 SoCon Championship! After 1,099 days since their last celebration, the No. 6 seed Furman Paladins returned to the top of the mountain, dismantling top-seeded ETSU 76–61 in a championship performance that was never in doubt. Richmond and Darren take you through the entire journey at the Harrah's Cherokee Center—from the opening-round thrillers to the moment Bob Richey’s squad dominated the final 40 minutes to cut down the nets. In This Episode: 1,099 Days Later: Furman’s return to SoCon glory and Bob Richey’s coaching masterclass.Friday Night Drama: The Citadel’s program-defining win and Shola Adebisi’s clutch performance.The 24-Rebound Game: Justin Neely’s "unheard of" effort against Wofford.Freshman Phenoms: K.J. Younger’s 29-point breakout and Alex Wilkins’ rise to stardom.The 17-Point Deficits: How Western Carolina and ETSU battled back in the quarterfinals.Statistical Turnaround: How Furman flipped the script on their season-long shooting struggles.Championship Breakdown: Bowser’s double-double and the defensive intensity that stifled the Buccaneers.Selection Sunday Prep: Breaking down the seeding, the "eye test," and why Furman is a dangerous out in the Big Dance. Can Furman win a game in the NCAA tournament? Presented by Ingles Markets

    36분
  3. Player Edition: Tom House and Furman Storm Asheville for the SoCon Title

    4일 전

    Player Edition: Tom House and Furman Storm Asheville for the SoCon Title

    In this Player Edition of SoCon Fast Break, Richmond and Darren get the inside story from Furman guard Tom House as the Paladins found their rhythm at the perfect moment to cut down the nets in Asheville. Tom was the ultimate catalyst for the Paladins, dropping 20 points off the bench in a gritty quarterfinal win over Samford and following it up with 13 points in the championship victory against ETSU. In This Episode: The Mental Reset: How a late-season 19-point loss to Western Carolina served as the "reset" the team needed. Redemption Arc: The motivation of seeing last year’s seniors fall short and the determination to not let that happen again. Strength in Depth: How navigating mid-season injuries to key players like Cooper Bowser and Alex Wilkins eventually built a deeper, more resilient rotation. Frontcourt Dominance: The impact of the Bowser brothers and Cooper’s unstoppable low-post performance in the final. The "House Spot": Why Tom feels most dangerous on the right wing in transition. Can the Paladins win a game in the NCAA Tournament? Presented by Ingles Markets

    18분

  4. 3월 6일

    SoCon Tournament Saturday Preview: Samford vs. Furman + WCU vs. Mercer

    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

    17분

  5. 3월 5일

    SoCon Tournament Friday Games Preview: Upset Alerts in Asheville?

    The Road to Asheville has officially reached its destination! Richmond and Darren Angell look at the opening round of the SoCon Tournament, focusing on the tactical matchups that will define Friday night at the Harrah’s Cherokee Center. In this episode: The Roundhouse Hex is Broken: How The Citadel’s physical, gutty identity led to their first win in Chattanooga since 2012 and what that means for the rubber match.Depth vs. Star Power: Chattanooga’s 37th-ranked bench production against the "Big Three" of Braxton Williams, Sola Adebisi, and Carter Kingsbury.The Neely Uncertainty: The massive statistical void left for UNCG if national rebounding leader Justin Neely (Ankle) is unable to go.VMI’s Perimeter Siege: Why the Keydets’ high-volume three-point attack (4th in NCAA) makes them a terrifying spoiler for a banged-up Spartan squad.The Frison Factor: How Southern Conference Freshman of the Year candidate Jordan Frison controls the tempo and why he is the X-factor for the Mocs’ tournament run.Charity Stripe Survival: A look at the free-throw disparities that could decide these neutral-site battles late in the second half Will we see an upset? Presented by Ingles Markets

    12분

  6. 3월 5일

    Jadin Booth's Sweep + The 2026 SoCon Superlatives Reaction

    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

    18분
  7. It's March! Why No One is Safe + Power Rankings

    3월 2일

    It's March! Why No One is Safe + Power Rankings

    March is here, and "the madness begins" in the Southern Conference. With the regular season officially wrapped, the bracket is set for Asheville, and the parity in the league has never been higher. In this episode: The Regular Season Recap: How ETSU clinched the title but is entering the tournament on back-to-back losses.The Asheville Bracket: A look at the opening matchups, including Chattanooga vs. The Citadel and UNCG vs. VMI.Preseason Predictions vs. Reality: We revisit our "Floor and Ceiling" projections to see how Wofford and ETSU defied the odds.The Mystery of Ricky Bradley Jr.: Analyzing the "bizarre" story of the Preseason Player of the Year missing the entire season.Awards & Power Rankings: Why Western Carolina is our "Team of the Week" on a six-game win streak and the historic 40-point performance by Jadin "Buckets" Booth. Who can take the crown in Asheville? Presented by Ingles Markets

    33분

  8. 2월 27일

    Who Grabs the Final Top-6 Seed? | SoCon Season Finale

    The regular season comes to an end, and the seating scenarios are enough to give any fan a headache! While ETSU has already clinched the outright title, the battle for the Top 6 is wide open. In this episode: ETSU at Mercer: The newly crowned champions take their #1 scoring defense into Macon to face the league's top-scoring offense. We discuss the "Barocco Okogie factor" and whether Mercer’s starters are battling "tired legs" down the stretch. Furman at Western Carolina: The Catamounts are the hottest team in the SoCon with a 5-game winning streak. We analyze the Julian Somalo injury factor and the specific tiebreaker scenarios that could vault WCU into the Top 6. UNCG at Samford: In a rematch of an 89-82 thriller, can Lennie Acuff’s Bulldogs avenge their early-season loss? We explore Samford's motion offense and why the Spartans likely won't repeat their 70% shooting performance from the perimeter. Chaos is coming to the SoCon! Presented by Ingles Markets

    20분
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SoCon Fast Break is the essential podcast that defines SoCon basketball. Get game breakdowns, including previews for matchups and keys to victory, along with detailed recaps while granting insider access through exclusive interviews with players, coaches, and analysts. Hosted by former college basketball assistant coaches Richmond Weaver and Darren Angell, there's no content void, no surface-level chatter—just the in-depth coverage and insight you need.

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