That's A W

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Hosted by Vince Wolfram, That’s a W is a weekly national college basketball show blending analytics-driven insight with feel-based analysis and a coast-to-coast perspective. The show highlights players and engages fans while covering the biggest games across the country, featuring performance-based Honor Rolls, conversations with basketball’s biggest voices, and audience call-ins to create a shared hoops experience. It’s a space for college basketball fans to get informed takes, appreciate the sport, and celebrate what makes college basketball special.

  1. 1h ago

    Steven Pearl Gets Candid About Taking Over Auburn From Bruce Pearl | That’s A W

    Steven Pearl is officially putting his stamp on Auburn basketball. In this exclusive episode of That’s A W, Vince Wolfram sits down with Auburn head coach Steven Pearl to discuss building his first roster from the ground up, what he learned during his first season as a head coach, how his philosophy differs from Bruce Pearl’s, and why Auburn basketball could look very different this season. Pearl opens up about the decisions Bruce couldn’t teach him, learning to delegate as a first-time head coach, Auburn’s revamped roster and increased size, the return of Tahaad Pettiford and Kevin Overton, the wild story behind Narcisse Ngoy’s unexpected NBA Draft selection, Auburn’s use of AI in recruiting, and why an October exhibition against Alabama was too good to pass up. He also discusses the pressure surrounding NCAA eligibility decisions, Auburn football’s new era with Alex Golesh, and why being a great husband and father matters just as much to him as becoming a great basketball coach. Chapters: 00:00 Steven Pearl’s New Era at Auburn 01:14 Building His First True Auburn Roster 03:38 Why This Season Feels Like Year One 04:38 How Steven Pearl Differs From Bruce Pearl 05:53 Why Auburn’s Stars Came Back 08:01 Developing Auburn’s New Leaders 10:18 Learning to Be a Head Coach 11:58 The Moment Pearl Found His Coaching Voice 12:52 What Bruce Pearl Couldn’t Teach Him 14:57 Steven Pearl Admits He Needed Help 16:37 Auburn’s New-Look Roster 17:04 The Wild Narcisse NBA Draft Story 18:36 Auburn’s Massive New Center 19:59 Why Auburn Got Much Bigger 22:09 Auburn’s Transfer Portal Steals 25:07 Auburn’s Newfound Depth 26:39 How Auburn Finds Transfer Portal Gems 27:11 Auburn Is Using AI to Recruit Players 28:07 Navigating NCAA Eligibility Chaos 30:05 What Auburn Must Fix Before the Season 31:32 Why Auburn Is Playing Alabama in October 32:45 Steven Pearl on Auburn Football’s New Era 34:16 Steven Pearl’s Biggest W FOLLOW THE COLLEGE SPORTS COMPANY HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/CollegeSportsCo ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@collegesportsco ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/thecollegesportsco/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDAU4iOmRgJHkm3qwapnh9Q ► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1ygy4RARkgBafyY8QT4sEq?si=e56fe525531447b1 ► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/CollegeSportsCo/ #AuburnBasketball #StevenPearl #CollegeBasketball

  2. 4d ago

    Luke Loucks Reveals the NBA Blueprint Behind Florida State Basketball | That’s A W

    Florida State men’s basketball head coach Luke Loucks sits down with Vince Wolfram on That’s A W for an in-depth conversation about building the next era of Seminoles basketball. Loucks breaks down how his NBA background is shaping Florida State—from player development and analytics to recruiting, roster construction and the ultra-competitive culture inside practice. He explains why he believes FSU can take a major step forward, how lessons from Steve Kerr, Mike Brown and the Golden State Warriors influence his coaching philosophy, and what it takes to build a winning program in the modern era of college basketball. Plus, Loucks tells the incredible story of flying to Slovakia while Sebastian Rancik was visiting Kentucky, reveals why Kam Taylor could become one of the most athletic players in Florida State history, explains FSU’s brutal treadmill punishment system, discusses the Seminoles’ new-look roster and shares why winning an ACC championship at Florida State remains one of the biggest W’s of his career. Chapters: 00:00 Luke Loucks Joins That’s A W 01:00 Building the New Era at Florida State 04:12 Fundraising and the Reality of College Basketball 07:51 What FSU Learned From Last Season 10:49 Lessons From Steve Kerr and the NBA 14:48 How FSU Evaluates Transfer Portal Players 19:02 Is Being a Head Coach the Dream? 20:32 The Incredible Sebastian Rancik Recruiting Story 23:03 Going Head-to-Head With Kentucky 24:29 Flying to Slovakia to Win a Recruit 28:13 The Decision: Florida State or Kentucky? 30:02 Recruiting Florida and Georgia 31:24 Inside FSU’s Competitive Practice Culture 34:23 Why the Treadmills Are Always Running 36:40 The Meaning Behind “Ring the Bell” 38:27 The Analytics That Predict Winning 41:31 Breaking Down Florida State’s New Roster 43:00 Kam Taylor’s Rare Athleticism 44:22 Meet “Baby Shaq” Marcis Ponder 45:05 FSU’s Massive Lineup Possibilities 45:42 From Golden State Intern to FSU Head Coach 47:30 Learning From Kevin Durant and the Warriors 49:16 How Mike Brown Changed Loucks’ Career 50:24 Luke Loucks’ Biggest W 52:14 Bringing Winning Back to Florida State Subscribe for more conversations from That’s A W with Vince Wolfram featuring the people shaping college basketball. FOLLOW THE COLLEGE SPORTS COMPANY HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/CollegeSportsCo ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@collegesportsco ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/thecollegesportsco/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDAU4iOmRgJHkm3qwapnh9Q ► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1ygy4RARkgBafyY8QT4sEq?si=e56fe525531447b1 ► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/CollegeSportsCo/ #FloridaState #FSUBasketball #CollegeBasketball #LukeLoucks

  3. Sep 28

    Vanderbilt’s Size, Thijs De Ridder, and More TheLinkU Invitational Takeaways | That’s A W

    College basketball is officially back — and this time, it was OUTSIDE. Vince Wolfram checks in from Charleston, South Carolina after TheLinkU Invitational at Credit One Stadium, breaking down everything that stood out from one of the most unique preseason college basketball events of the year. Vanderbilt and Virginia gave us an early look at two teams that could look very different this season. Vince breaks down Vanderbilt’s added size, athleticism and depth, Tyler Tanner’s development, the Commodores’ new-look frontcourt, and what stood out from Virginia under Ryan Odom. Then, it’s time to tackle one of the biggest stories hanging over college basketball: fifth-year eligibility. Tre White is back with Kansas. Malik Reneau could completely change Miami’s ceiling. And programs across the SEC, Big 12, ACC, Big East and Big Ten have major pieces tied to the ongoing eligibility situation. Vince ranks which conferences have the MOST riding on those decisions and explains why the SEC could be impacted more than anyone. Chapters: 00:00 College Basketball Is Back 00:44 Live From TheLinkU Invitational 01:34 Vanderbilt vs. Virginia Takeaways 02:12 Why Vanderbilt Looks Different 05:00 Tyler Tanner Looks Even Better 06:03 Vanderbilt’s New-Look Backcourt 07:53 What We Learned About Virginia 10:00 Virginia’s New Guards 11:43 Johann Grünloh Expands His Game 13:35 Vince’s Virginia Takeaways 14:11 Was Outdoor Basketball a Success? 15:24 Perfect Conditions in Charleston 16:31 Why TheLinkU Worked 17:39 Fifth-Year Eligibility Update 18:47 Tre White Is Back at Kansas 20:23 What White Changes for Kansas 22:45 Malik Reneau Changes Miami 24:13 Ranking the Conferences With Most at Stake 33:36 Final Eligibility Rankings 34:20 College Basketball Is Almost Here 34:29 What’s Next on the W Tour 35:05 Auburn, Florida State & Notre Dame 36:08 Closing Thoughts FOLLOW THE COLLEGE SPORTS COMPANY HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/CollegeSportsCo ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@collegesportsco ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/thecollegesportsco/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDAU4iOmRgJHkm3qwapnh9Q ► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1ygy4RARkgBafyY8QT4sEq?si=e56fe525531447b1 ► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/CollegeSportsCo/ #CollegeBasketball #Vanderbilt #Virginia #TheLinkU #NCAABasketball

  4. Sep 24

    2026 TCU Basketball: Matt Carlino on Xavier Edmonds, Jamie Dixon & the Big 12 | That's A W

    Could TCU basketball have its next NBA player in Xavier Edmonds? Former BYU standout and TCU radio analyst Matt Carlino joins Vince Wolfram on That's A W to break down the Horned Frogs' 2026–27 roster, Jamie Dixon's impact, and what it will take to compete in the Big 12. Carlino believes Xavier Edmonds has NBA potential, comparing elements of his game to Charles Barkley. He explains why Edmonds could take another step forward, how Micah Robinson and Brock Harding can lead TCU, and which newcomers could make an immediate impact. Vince and Matt also discuss Jamie Dixon's coaching philosophy, Trent Lincoln's athleticism, Gavin Sykes' scoring ability, DJ Thomas' development, and the challenges awaiting TCU in one of college basketball's most competitive conferences. Plus, Carlino reflects on his return to BYU's Marriott Center, his memories of Jimmer Fredette, and the biggest W of his basketball career. What are your expectations for TCU basketball this season? Can Xavier Edmonds develop into an NBA player? Let us know in the comments! Subscribe to That's A W for more college basketball interviews, Big 12 coverage, player stories, and conversations with the people who make the game special. Chapters: 00:00 Matt Carlino Joins That's A W 01:01 From BYU Basketball to TCU Radio 02:35 Carlino's Emotional Return to BYU 03:48 TCU's March Madness Momentum 05:55 Why Jamie Dixon Deserves More Credit 08:34 Xavier Edmonds: TCU's Next NBA Player? 11:13 How Edmonds Can Take the Next Step 12:42 Micah Robinson's Breakout Potential 14:20 Brock Harding's Leadership and Development 16:15 Jamie Dixon's Transfer Portal Strategy 17:14 Trent Lincoln's Athleticism and Big 12 Adjustment 19:38 Gavin Sykes and TCU's New Scoring Options 20:54 DJ Thomas and TCU's Potential Breakout Players 22:47 Where Does TCU Stack Up in the Big 12? 25:39 Matt Carlino's Biggest Basketball W FOLLOW THE COLLEGE SPORTS COMPANY HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/CollegeSportsCo ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@collegesportsco ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/thecollegesportsco/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDAU4iOmRgJHkm3qwapnh9Q ► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1ygy4RARkgBafyY8QT4sEq?si=e56fe525531447b1 ► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/CollegeSportsCo/ #TCUBasketball #GoFrogs #CollegeBasketball

  5. Sep 21

    Andy Enfield on SMU’s New Roster, Dunk City & the Future of College Hoops | That’s A W

    SMU Basketball head coach Andy Enfield joins Vince Wolfram on That’s A W to break down the Mustangs’ new-look roster, his vision for the upcoming season, the legendary Dunk City run, and the changing landscape of college basketball.After losing five starters, Enfield has assembled a revamped SMU team featuring returning talent, transfer additions, and a strong Texas recruiting presence. With more size, length, and defensive versatility, the Mustangs are preparing to build on their fast-paced offensive identity with a renewed emphasis on defense and rebounding.Enfield discusses the development of Jaden Toombs, the additions of Rowan Brumbaugh and Nic Codie, the importance of recruiting Dallas and Texas talent, and what he expects from SMU in the ACC.The conversation also goes beyond the upcoming season. Enfield revisits his unforgettable Dunk City run at Florida Gulf Coast, his coaching journey through the NBA and USC, and the lessons that shaped his approach to building a successful college basketball program.Plus, Enfield shares his perspective on NIL, the transfer portal, and what he would change about the current state of college basketball.

  6. Sep 17

    Miami Basketball Has One Goal: Win It All | That’s A W

    Miami Basketball newcomers DeSean Goode and Caleb Gaskins join Vince Wolfram on That’s A W to talk about the Hurricanes’ new-look roster, Jay Lucas’ culture and the championship expectations building in Coral Gables. Goode breaks down his transition to Miami, the intensity of Hurricanes practices and what makes this group click both on and off the court. Gaskins discusses bringing his winning mentality to Miami, adjusting to college basketball and why he believes his work ethic can help him make an immediate impact. The two also reveal what Miami practices are REALLY like, who talks the most trash, their early impressions of their teammates and the practice moment that left both of them stunned. With a talented roster coming together and expectations rising, Goode and Gaskins explain why Miami’s ultimate goal is clear: compete at the highest level and put themselves in position to chase a national championship. Subscribe for more exclusive college basketball interviews, player stories and behind-the-scenes conversations on That’s A W. Chapters: 00:00 The Move That Left Miami Speechless 00:40 Meet DeSean Goode & Caleb Gaskins 01:21 Why Goode Chose Miami 01:50 Playing for Jay Lucas 03:26 Goode’s Breakout College Journey 04:28 Battling Through Injuries 05:37 Gaskins Learning From Miami’s Veterans 06:28 Gaskins’ Championship Pedigree 07:22 The Game He’ll Never Forget 08:22 Staying Home in Florida 09:05 Bringing a Winning Mentality to Miami 09:48 Goode & Gaskins Break Down Each Other’s Games 11:09 Inside Miami’s Intense Practices 12:32 Who Talks the Most Trash? 13:26 Miami’s “Unc” of the Team 14:14 How This Roster Became So Close 17:05 Why Miami Felt Different 18:30 Leaving Egos at the Door 19:29 Gaskins Fighting for His Role 20:44 Miami’s Expectations for 2026-27 22:41 The Practice Move Nobody Saw Coming 24:00 Final Thoughts FOLLOW THE COLLEGE SPORTS COMPANY HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/CollegeSportsCo ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@collegesportsco ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/thecollegesportsco/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDAU4iOmRgJHkm3qwapnh9Q ► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1ygy4RARkgBafyY8QT4sEq?si=e56fe525531447b1 ► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/CollegeSportsCo/ #MiamiHurricanes #MiamiBasketball #CollegeBasketball

  7. Sep 14

    Jai Lucas on Miami Basketball’s Next Leap: NIL, Recruiting & Year 2 | That’s A W

    Miami Hurricanes head coach Jai Lucas joins Vince Wolfram on That’s A W for an in-depth conversation about building Miami Basketball into a championship-level program, recruiting in the NIL and transfer portal era, and what comes next for the Hurricanes. Lucas breaks down his vision for Year 2 at Miami, why relationships and player development can still win in modern college basketball, and how this Hurricanes roster will be different. He also dives into the development of Shelton Henderson and Dante Allen, what Acaden Lewis can bring at point guard, the potential of Caleb Gaskins and Christopher Birden Jr., Somto Cyril’s impact around the rim, Miami’s approach to roster construction, and why the Hurricanes are keeping flexibility with their final scholarship spot. Plus, Lucas shares the story behind Miami’s mask, what he learned from coaches including Shaka Smart, John Calipari, Rick Barnes and Jon Scheyer, why Miami Football’s success can benefit the basketball program, and the moment he realized he could become a successful coach. Subscribe for more That’s A W interviews, college basketball conversations and stories from across the game. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to That’s A W 00:43 Year 2 at Miami Looks Very Different 01:22 Building a Team in the Transfer Portal Era 02:08 Growing Up in a Basketball Family 02:52 From Player to Coach at 24 04:30 Why Jai Lucas Fell in Love With Miami 06:33 Building a Championship-Level Program 08:42 Recruiting With Honesty and Development 11:08 Why Relationships Matter More Than Ever 12:43 What a Jai Lucas Practice Looks Like 13:36 Building Miami’s Chemistry for March 14:34 Miami’s Biggest Strengths in Year 2 15:23 Miami’s Biggest Offseason Win 16:01 Shelton Henderson & Dante Allen’s Next Step 17:30 Blocking Out the Hype at Miami 18:25 The Story Behind Miami’s Mask 20:00 What Acaden Lewis Can Become at Miami 21:25 Caleb Gaskins & Miami’s Freshmen 22:20 Somto Cyril Brings Elite Rim Protection 23:16 Why This Miami Team Will Look Different 24:22 Lessons From Calipari, Smart, Barnes & Scheyer 26:52 The Chaos of Modern College Basketball 28:13 Why Miami Is Keeping a Scholarship Open 30:03 Can Relationships Beat NIL Money? 31:22 Miami Basketball’s Football Advantage 33:20 Jai Lucas Reveals His Biggest Career W 35:53 The John Calipari Lines Lucas Still Uses 37:15 Closing Thoughts FOLLOW THE COLLEGE SPORTS COMPANY HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/CollegeSportsCo ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@collegesportsco ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/thecollegesportsco/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDAU4iOmRgJHkm3qwapnh9Q ► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1ygy4RARkgBafyY8QT4sEq?si=e56fe525531447b1 ► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/CollegeSportsCo/ #JaiLucas #MiamiBasketball #MiamiHurricanes

  8. Sep 10

    UCLA Basketball 2026 Preview: One Year Away From a Final Four Run? | That’s A W

    UCLA Basketball enters the 2026-27 season with one of the most intriguing rosters in college basketball — and Mick Cronin may be building something much bigger than just a one-year run. Vince Wolfram is joined by UCLA basketball reporter Aaron Heisen to break down the Bruins’ revamped roster, headlined by elite freshman Nikola Kusturica, Texas Tech transfer Jaylen Petty, Trent Perry, Azavier Robinson, Xavier Booker, Eric Dailey Jr., Filip Jović and more. How dangerous can Kusturica be immediately? Can Petty give UCLA the scoring punch it was missing? Is Trent Perry ready to become the Bruins’ lead guard? And can UCLA overcome questions about rim protection by doubling down on Mick Cronin’s trademark perimeter defense? Plus, Vince and Aaron discuss UCLA’s unusual roster construction, potential breakout players, the Bruins’ ceiling in the Big Ten and whether this season could set the stage for a legitimate Final Four run in 2027-28. Subscribe to That’s A W for more college basketball interviews, previews and conversations from around the country. Chapters: 0:00 Welcome to That’s A W 1:21 UCLA’s Biggest Offseason Win 1:45 Why Nikola Kusturica Could Be Special 3:29 The Biggest Change From Last Year 5:29 UCLA’s Secret Weapon: Roster Retention 7:25 Jaylen Petty Adds Serious Firepower 11:20 Is Trent Perry Ready to Lead UCLA? 13:06 Azavier Robinson Could Be the X-Factor 14:57 Breaking Down Mick Cronin’s Four-Out Offense 17:15 Xavier Booker’s NBA Upside 19:00 What UCLA Needs From Eric Dailey Jr. 21:29 UCLA’s Biggest Weakness: Rim Protection? 23:55 Why UCLA Built Such an Unusual Roster 25:30 UCLA’s Breakout Player to Watch 26:43 Can UCLA Become a Final Four Team? 28:19 Aaron Heisen on Covering UCLA Basketball FOLLOW THE COLLEGE SPORTS COMPANY HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/CollegeSportsCo ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@collegesportsco ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/thecollegesportsco/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDAU4iOmRgJHkm3qwapnh9Q ► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1ygy4RARkgBafyY8QT4sEq?si=e56fe525531447b1 ► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/CollegeSportsCo/ #UCLA #UCLABasketball #CollegeBasketball

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Hosted by Vince Wolfram, That’s a W is a weekly national college basketball show blending analytics-driven insight with feel-based analysis and a coast-to-coast perspective. The show highlights players and engages fans while covering the biggest games across the country, featuring performance-based Honor Rolls, conversations with basketball’s biggest voices, and audience call-ins to create a shared hoops experience. It’s a space for college basketball fans to get informed takes, appreciate the sport, and celebrate what makes college basketball special.

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  • Creator
    The College Sports Company
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    84
  • Rating
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    © The College Sports Company
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