5wins: In Play

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In Play from 5wins brings you inside the game through conversations with athletes and voices across the sports world. Real stories, real experiences, told in their own words.

Episodes

  1. Apr 8

    Bracket Busters: UCLA Climbs the Mountain

    The podcast episode delved into UCLA's historic win, Coach Cory Close's journey, the challenge of beating a team twice, the importance of defense in low-scoring games, the value of a dominant post player, the adrenaline before settling into a game, the impact of physical play and conference competition, controversy and apology, UCLA's collective scoring threat, Lauren Betts' miraculous journey, and closing remarks and future outlook. Takeaways UCLA's historic win marks a significant milestone in women's basketball.The value of a dominant post player and the impact of physical play and conference competition were highlighted in the conversation. Chapters 00:00 UCLA's Historic Win08:00 The Importance of Defense in Low-Scoring Games14:12 The Impact of Physical Play and Conference Competition20:16 Controversy and Apology27:45 UCLA's Collective Scoring Threat33:12 Closing Remarks and Future Outlook

    33 min

  2. Apr 1

    Bracket Busters: Previewing the Final Four

    The conversation covers a range of topics related to the Women's March Madness Tournament, including a recap of the Elite Eight and a preview of the Final Four games. Debreasha Powe, an Ole Miss guard, shares insights on game preparation, key matchups, and the dynamics of elite teams. Takeaways Game PreparationImportance of DefenseAdaptability and AdjustmentsTrust in CoachingSignificance of Women's Sports Chapters 00:00 Monday Madness Meter: Duke's Buzzer Beater05:56 Recap of the Elite Eight13:42 Final Four Preview: South Carolina vs. UConn and Texas vs. UCLA19:47 Championship Predictions

    21 min

  3. Mar 24

    Bracket Busters: A Coaches Perspective

    The conversation covers a range of topics related to March Madness, including the importance of guard play, the significance of rebounding and possession, the impact of leadership and grit in tournament teams, and the urgency and preparation required for tournament games. March Madness memories and the influence of home court advantage are also discussed. Takeaways March Madness MemoriesImportance of Guard PlayRebounding and PossessionLeadership and Grit Chapters 00:00 Leadership and Grit in Tournament Teams

    26 min

  4. Mar 17

    Bracket Busters: Breaking Down the Women's March Madness Bracket

    Host Nyah Leveretter and guest Reiven Douglas break down the Women's March Madness Bracket and discuss their favorite matchups, potential upsets, and which players could step up and lead their team to victory.

    29 min
  5. Colleen Finney: Life Lessons from Division I Volleyball

    Mar 2

    Colleen Finney: Life Lessons from Division I Volleyball

    Alanna Goldman sits down with Colleen Finney, a former volleyball player at Clemson and Missouri. After a brief time playing professionally in Greece, Colleen is back in Columbia, Missouri, helping to shape the NIL space, winning pageants, and applying to law school.

    31 min
  6. Nyah Leveretter: From Athlete to Rising Sports Media Personality

    Mar 2

    Nyah Leveretter: From Athlete to Rising Sports Media Personality

    Alanna and Nyah discuss how medical retirement allowed Nyah to find the spaces and network needed to become a sports broadcaster.

    32 min
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In Play from 5wins brings you inside the game through conversations with athletes and voices across the sports world. Real stories, real experiences, told in their own words.

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  • Creator
    5wins
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 5wins
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