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. 23h ago

    NCAA Eligibility Injunction: How the Latest Court Ruling Impacts SoCon Rosters

    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

  2. Jul 27

    Summer Tour Edition: "Give You Everything We Got" with Western Carolina's Tim Craft

    The 2026 Ingles SoCon Fast Break Summer Tour heads into the mountains of Cullowhee, NC! Western Carolina Head Coach Tim Craft and sophomore Samuel Dada break down the culture, work ethic, and relentless commitment driving the Catamounts into the upcoming season. Coach Craft opens up about his personal coaching evolution—from starting as a Florida baseball manager to navigating the modern transfer portal era—and finding deeper purpose off the court through foster care and adoption advocacy. In This Episode: "We're Going To Give You Everything We Got" — Coach Craft outlines the non-negotiable standard for Catamount basketball and leading by example.Navigating the Modern Portal Era — Reframing player movement, balancing high school recruiting, and maximizing player impact.Faith, Perspective & Leadership Evolution — Lessons from morning routines, handling high-stakes pressure, and processing SoCon Tournament heartbreak.2026 Catamount Preview — What to expect from WCU’s physical style, defensive emphasis, and analytical approach in a tough SoCon landscape.Off-Court Purpose — Coach Craft's passion and commitment to foster care and adoption advocacy. Presented by Ingles Markets

    Summer Tour Edition: "Give You Everything We Got" with Western Carolina's Tim Craft

  3. Jul 22

    Summer Tour Edition: The "Live It" Mindset with Samford's Lennie Acuff

    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

    Summer Tour Edition: The "Live It" Mindset with Samford's Lennie Acuff

  4. Jul 16

    Summer Tour Edition: Ryan Ridder Building a Standard of Belief at Mercer

    The 2026 Ingles Fast Break Summer Tour rolls into Macon! Mercer Head Coach Ryan Ridder and junior guard Brady Shoulders discuss the Bears' plan for the 2026 season. Coach Ridder holds nothing back — from what shaped his faith to the trial by fire of taking over his first program at just 28 years old. Plus, Brady Shoulders opens up about his off-court bond with his teammates, his absolute obsession with bringing a championship banner to Macon, and why he chose to remain loyal to Coach Ridder's culture rather than walk away in the transfer portal. In This Episode: You Either Believe or You Don't — Coach Ridder opens up about navigating the devastating loss of his brother and how it solidified his faith."Tough, Together, Unselfish" — Breaking down the core program pillars established at Daytona State in 2013.Earning the Right to Coach Hard — Why the modern player relationship requires transparency, gym hours, and real investment before raising your voice.Brady Shoulders on the Portal — Why the grass isn't always greener and his relentless drive to hang a SoCon banner.Roster & Staff Blueprint — Navigating a brand-new roster and rebuilding a coaching staff after six offseason defections. Presented by Ingles Markets

    Summer Tour Edition: Ryan Ridder Building a Standard of Belief at Mercer

  5. Jul 13

    Summer Tour Edition: Jerod Haase's "Give, Grit, and Gratitude" Blueprint at UNCG

    The 2026 Ingles SoCon Fast Break Summer Tour rolls into Greensboro! UNCG Head Coach Jerod Haase and transfer guard RJ Greer sit down to discuss the Spartans' blueprint for the 2026 season. Coach Haase holds nothing back—from the deep self-reflection that led him back to the sidelines after two years away to his "old school" refusal to let college hoops become purely transactional. Plus, RJ Greer opens up about making his commitment from a golf course, growing up as a coach's son in France, and the high-IQ family legacy he's bringing to the Southern Conference. In This Episode: The Two-Year Reflection: Coach Haase on overcoming his initial apprehension about returning to a radically changed college basketball landscape."Give, Grit, and Gratitude": Breaking down the three core cultural pillars built uniquely for this UNCG squad.RJ Greer on Family Legacy: Growing up as a baseline flag-kid in France, battling his dad in middle school hoops, and playing for an "Audience of One".The Floor Burns Backstory: How a Kansas business major self-published a senior-season diary and went on to sell 40,000 copies across the state.Human Intelligence vs. Analytics: Marrying advanced data with old-school gut instinct to scout the transfer portal.Roster Breakdown: Highlighting local floor-general Dionte Neal’s historic passing and the tactical spacing built around him. Presented by Ingles Markets

    Summer Tour Edition: Jerod Haase's "Give, Grit, and Gratitude" Blueprint at UNCG

  6. Jul 6

    Summer Tour Edition: Why Andrew Wilson "Runs To Hard" at VMI

    The 2026 Ingles Fast Break Summer Tour rolls into Lexington! VMI Head Coach Andrew Wilson and senior guard TJ Johnson discuss the Keydets' plan for the 2026 season. Coach Wilson holds nothing back — from the brutal reality of navigating last season's devastating injury wave to how he handled an emotional, late-night phone call involving the SEC. Plus, TJ Johnson opens up about the unique demands of cadet life, his deep-rooted faith, and why he chose to remain loyal to Coach Wilson's culture rather than walk away in the transfer portal. In This Episode: Andrew Wilson's late-night portal shocker: The 11:45 PM phone call from an SEC head coach"We run toward hard" — Breaking down VMI’s unique military landscape and the "Rat Line" cultureTJ Johnson on cadet life: Box springs, "Hay Downs," mandatory boxing, and performing under pressureRoster breakdown — Retaining all-conference stars, an international recruiting haul, and five-hour coaching whirlwind memoriesLearning from legends — How mentors Bobby Cremins and Leonard Hamilton shaped Coach Wilson's bench philosophy Presented by Ingles Markets

    Summer Tour Edition: Why Andrew Wilson "Runs To Hard" at VMI

  7. Jun 29

    Summer Tour Edition: Brooks Savage and ETSU's Master Plan

    The 2026 Ingles Fast Break Summer Tour kicks off in Johnson City! ETSU Head Coach Brooks Savage and senior guard Maki Johnson discuss the Bucs' plan for the 2026 season. Coach Savage holds nothing back — from his brutal offseason self-critique to the "Illusion of Choice" mentality borrowed from Nick Saban. Plus, Maki Johnson opens up about his maturation, his faith, and why he's all-in on carrying Coach Savage's culture to the new roster. In This Episode: Brooks Savage's offseason self-critique: "I felt like I failed"The Nick Saban "Illusion of Choice" philosophy and how it shapes ETSU's cultureMaki Johnson on his growth, faith, and leadership role as a seniorRoster breakdown — portal additions, depth, and team cultureThe emotional toll of ETSU's Asheville tournament run and what's next Presented by Ingles Markets

    Summer Tour Edition: Brooks Savage and ETSU's Master Plan

  8. May 1

    Rocco Miller + March Madness EXPANSION: A Cash Grab or More Access?

    The NCAA is on the precipice of expanding the tournament to 76 teams. Is this a win for "access," or a defeatist move that waters down the greatest event in sports?. Richmond and Darren are joined by bracketologist Rocco Miller (Bracketeer.org/Field of 68) to peel back the curtain on the business and basketball implications of the 76-team proposal. In This Episode: The 76-Team Math: Why automatic qualifiers and mid-majors might be the biggest losers in the new format. The Commissioner’s Statement: Breaking down Dr. Michael Cross’s controversial support for expansion. Financial Units: How the "slices of the pie" change when you add more games. The Transfer Portal Chaos: Why the current April 7th opening is "gutting" rosters and why we need a week of breathing room. Presented by Ingles Markets

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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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  • Creator
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  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    57
  • Rating
    Explicit
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