Chalk Talk South: Women's Hoops

Malorie McBride
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SEC women’s basketball podcast covering news, analysis, transfer portal moves, and coaching insights.

  1. 1d ago

    Texas vs. UCONN: 3 Biggest Takeaways from the Exhibition

    🏀 Texas vs. UConn Exhibition Recap | 3 Biggest Takeaways from the Longhorns' 83–61 Loss Texas and UConn were tied at halftime, but the Huskies took control in the second half to secure an 83–61 exhibition victory. So what did we learn about the Longhorns heading into the 2026–27 women's college basketball season? In this episode of Chalk Talk South: Women's Hoops, Mal breaks down the Texas vs. UConn exhibition, highlighting the Longhorns' promising first half, their third-quarter struggles, standout individual performances, and what head coaches Vic Schaefer and Geno Auriemma had to say after the game. 🔥 In This Episode: 🏀 Jump Ball: Texas and UConn battle through a competitive first half before the Huskies pull away. 📋 The Chalkboard: Three major takeaways from the exhibition, including Texas's offensive struggles, the importance of point guard play, and the impact of foul trouble. ⭐ Player Spotlight: Madison Booker leads Texas with 23 points, Breya Cunningham shows promise in the paint, and UConn's Sarah Strong delivers a dominant 27-point performance. 🎙️ From the Sidelines: Vic Schaefer discusses defensive expectations, fatigue, toughness, and the challenges of integrating eight new players. Plus, Geno Auriemma shares his thoughts on defending Madison Booker. 🤔 Chalk Talk or Cap? Is Texas's biggest concern heading into the season its point guard play? 🔔 Final Buzzer: Three things to watch as Texas prepares for its upcoming exhibition against UCLA and the start of SEC women's basketball action. The big question: With Madison Booker leading the way and several new faces adjusting to Vic Schaefer's system, how quickly can Texas put everything together? 💬 Join the Conversation! What was your biggest takeaway from Texas vs. UConn? Are you concerned about the Longhorns' point guard play, or is it too early to draw conclusions? And do you agree with Texas's No. 6 preseason ranking? Drop your thoughts in the comments! 🔔 Subscribe to Chalk Talk South: Women's Hoops for SEC women's basketball analysis, game recaps, player spotlights, interviews, and weekly coverage throughout the 2026–27 season. More Than a Moment. #TexasWomensBasketball #UConnWomensBasketball #SECWomensBasketball #WomensCollegeBasketball #ChalkTalkSouth TikTok ✅ Apple Podcasts ✅ SEC Women's Hoops Podcast #womensbasketball #wbb #womenshoops

  2. Oct 15

    SEC Media Day 2: 5 Biggest Takeaways & 8 Questions

    🏀 SEC Women's Basketball Media Days 2026 — Day 2 Recap! What did we learn from Day 2 of SEC Women's Basketball Media Days?  Eight more SEC teams took the stage, and we're breaking down the 5 biggest takeaways and 8 questions heading into the 2026–27 college basketball season! In this episode of Chalk Talk South: Women's Hoops, Mal recaps the biggest storylines from Florida, Missouri, Kentucky, Texas, Texas A&M, Mississippi State, Arkansas, and Georgia. From major roster changes and new coaching philosophies to defensive identities and the importance of leadership, there's plenty to unpack as the SEC prepares for another competitive women's basketball season. 🏀 IN THIS EPISODE: 🔥 Talent vs. Chemistry: Can Kenny Brooks build chemistry around Clara Strack at Kentucky? How will Vic Schaefer integrate eight newcomers at Texas? And can Tammi Reiss establish a winning culture at Florida? 🛡️ Defense Defines Identity: Who replaces Rori Harmon as Texas's defensive stopper? Can Kelsi Musick bring a 40 Minutes of Hell mentality to Arkansas? And why does Ayla Guzzardo want Georgia applying pressure from the moment opponents step off the bus? 🔄 The Transfer Portal & Roster Retention: Mississippi State's Sam Purcell explains why experience matters, while Kentucky, Missouri, and Texas A&M emphasize recruiting players who fit their systems and cultures. 📈 Year 2 Expectations: Kellie Harper discusses finding comfort in her second season at Missouri, while Arkansas looks to build on what it learned during Musick's first SEC season. Plus, why did Florida's Tammi Reiss call Dawn Staley before accepting the job? ⭐ Leadership & Adversity: Madison Booker takes on a bigger leadership role at Texas, Clara Strack looks to elevate Kentucky, Kailyn Gilbert prepares to lead Texas A&M, and Emily Robinson provides valuable experience for Arkansas. We also discuss Missouri's No. 14 preseason SEC ranking, Mississippi State's goal of returning to the NCAA Tournament, and the challenges facing teams with so many new faces. ❓ 8 TEAMS. 8 BIG QUESTIONS. Every SEC program has something to prove this season. Which team is best positioned to exceed expectations? Which newcomers will make an immediate impact? And which team has the biggest unanswered question? 💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION! Which SEC team impressed you the most at Media Days? What questions do you still have heading into the season? Drop your thoughts in the comments! 👍 LIKE this video if you're excited for SEC women's basketball! 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to Chalk Talk South: Women's Hoops for SEC women's basketball analysis, player interviews, game previews, team breakdowns, and coverage throughout the 2026–27 season. 🏀 More Than a Moment. Chapters 0:00 Intro  1:58 Talent Is Everywhere, But Chemistry Is The Challenge 7:04 Defense Isn’t Just A Strategy - It’s An Identity 11:23 The Transfer Portal Is About More Than Just Collecting Talent 15:42 Year 2 Brings Comfort, But Not Necessarily Easier Competition 19:42 Leadership Will Determine How A Team Responds To Adversity 25:05 8 Teams. 8 Questions. 26:39 Like, Comment, Share, Subscribe #SECWomensBasketball #SECMediaDays #WomensCollegeBasketball #NCAAW #ChalkTalkSouth

  3. Oct 14

    SEC Media Day 1 2026: 5 BIG Takeaways and 8 Questions!

    🏀 SEC Women's Basketball Media Days 2026 is officially underway! Day 1 of SEC Tipoff brought plenty of interesting storylines, offensive changes, major questions, and expectations for the upcoming 2026–27 women's college basketball season! In this episode of Chalk Talk South: Women's Hoops, Mal breaks down her 5 biggest takeaways from SEC Media Days Day 1, featuring LSU, South Carolina, Tennessee, Vanderbilt, Ole Miss, Auburn, Oklahoma, and Alabama. Rather than simply recapping what coaches and players said, we're digging into what their comments actually mean for the upcoming season. 🔥 What stood out from SEC Media Days? 🏀 New Offensive Identities: Ole Miss head coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin discusses a more continuity-based offensive system, Pauline Love wants Alabama playing fast, and Auburn is making adjustments to improve its scoring. 🏀 Leadership Could Separate the Contenders: Shea Ralph challenges Aubrey Galvan to become a vocal leader at Vanderbilt, Kim Mulkey discusses Jada Williams' point guard mentality at LSU, and Dawn Staley praises the leadership of Chloe Kitts and Tessa Johnson at South Carolina. 🏀 Biggest Concerns Heading Into the Season: Auburn faces a significant setback with Sira Thienou's reported season-ending injury, Tennessee must overcome an undersized frontcourt, and Oklahoma looks to develop depth with 10 freshmen and sophomores. 🏀 It's About More Than Talent: Dawn Staley emphasizes mental toughness, Kim Caldwell wants to raise Tennessee's floor, and Shea Ralph discusses the importance of player retention and building a winning culture. 🏀 Taking the Next Step: Can South Carolina finish the job in March? Can Ole Miss break through to the Elite Eight? Is Vanderbilt entering a new era of championship contention? Plus, Mal closes the episode with 8 BIG QUESTIONS — one for each SEC team — that she'll be watching as the 2026–27 women's basketball season gets underway. 💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION! Which SEC team made the biggest impression on you at Media Days? What was your biggest takeaway, and which team has the most to prove this season? Drop your thoughts in the comments below! 🔔 Subscribe to Chalk Talk South: Women's Hoops for SEC women's basketball analysis, team previews, player interviews, game breakdowns, and coverage throughout the 2026–27 season. If you love SEC women's basketball, you're in the right place! Chapters 0:00 Intro 2:00 The SEC Is Changing Offensively 7:31 Leadership Could Separate The Contenders 13:41 Some Teams Have Some Legitimate Concerns 17:35 It’s About More Than Talent 20:53 Every Program Has A Definition Of The Next Step 23:11 8 Questions I Have 25:42 Like, Comment, Share, Subscribe #SECWomensBasketball #SECMediaDays #WomensCollegeBasketball #ChalkTalkSouth #NCAAWomensBasketball TikTok ✅ Apple Podcasts ✅ SEC Women's Hoops Podcast #womensbasketball #wbb #womenshoops

  4. Oct 9

    SEC Women's Basketball Media Days 2026: Who's Attending? + 7 BIG Questions

    🏀 SEC Women's Basketball Media Days 2026 are HERE! Who's attending, when will your favorite team take the stage, and what are the biggest questions heading into the 2026–27 women's college basketball season? In this episode of Chalk Talk South: Women's Hoops, Mal breaks down the SEC Basketball Media Days schedule for October 13–14 in Birmingham, Alabama, including all 16 SEC women's basketball programs, their head coaches, attending players, and scheduled appearance times. From Dawn Staley and South Carolina to Kim Mulkey and LSU, Vic Schaefer and Texas, Shea Ralph and Vanderbilt, and the SEC's newest head coaches, there's plenty to look forward to as basketball season approaches! 🔥 PLUS: 7 Questions I Want Answered at SEC Media Days! 1. Which SEC teams have established their identity after major roster changes? 2. How will SEC heavyweights like South Carolina, Texas, and LSU continue to evolve? 3. What will look different under new head coaches at Alabama, Florida, and Georgia? 4. Which transfer players will be asked to do more than just score? 5. Can Vanderbilt, Kentucky, and Oklahoma take the next step? 6. Which freshmen and young players are ready for bigger roles? 7. What's each team's biggest unanswered question heading into November? We'll discuss the impact of the transfer portal, new coaching philosophies, team chemistry, roster development, and the players who could shape the upcoming SEC women's basketball season. 📺 SEC Basketball Media Days 2026 📅 Tuesday, October 13 & Wednesday, October 14 📍 Birmingham, Alabama 📺 Live coverage on SEC Network ⏰ All appearance times discussed in Central Time 💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION! Which SEC coach or player are you most excited to hear from at Media Days? And what's ONE question you want answered before the season begins? Drop your thoughts in the comments! 🔔 Subscribe to Chalk Talk South: Women's Hoops for SEC women's basketball analysis, team scouting reports, transfer portal coverage, player interviews, and conversations throughout the 2026–27 college basketball season. 🏀 More Than a Moment. Chapters 0:00 Intro 2:18 SEC Media Day 1 - Tuesday, October 13th 6:36 SEC Media Day 2 - Wednesday, October 14th 10:12 7 Questions I Need Answers To 10:29 Which Teams Have Figured Out Their Identity After Major Roster Changes? 12:08 How Do The SEC Heavyweights Plan To Evolve? 13:03 What Will Look Different Under The New SEC Head Coaches? 14:07 Which Transfers Are Being Asked To Do More Than Just Score? 15:08 Which SEC Teams Are Prepared To Take The Next Step? 17:18 Which Young Players Are Ready For Expanded Responsibilities? 18:28 What Is Each Team’s Unanswered Question Heading Into November? 19:39 Like, Comment, Share, Subscribe #SECWomensBasketball #SECMediaDays #WomensCollegeBasketball #ChalkTalkSouth #NCAAWomensBasketball TikTok ✅ Apple Podcasts ✅ SEC Women's Hoops Podcast #womensbasketball #wbb #womenshoops

  5. Oct 7

    SEC Women's Basketball First Tests: Vanderbilt, LSU, Texas, & South Carolina

    🏀 The SEC heavyweights are stepping into the spotlight! In the FINAL episode of the First Test series, I’m breaking down the first major challenges facing four of the SEC’s biggest women’s basketball contenders: Vanderbilt, LSU, Texas, and South Carolina. These early-season matchups could give us our first real look at whether these teams are ready to live up to the expectations surrounding them. 🔥 FIRST TEST MATCHUPS: ⚓ Vanderbilt vs. Iowa — MAJOR TEST 🐯 LSU vs. NC State — MAJOR TEST 🤘 Texas vs. UConn — NATIONAL TEST 🐔 South Carolina vs. Maryland — MAJOR TEST For Vanderbilt, I’m watching how Shea Ralph uses her depth, what the starting lineup looks like, and whether the Commodores have the post presence to complement Michaela Blakes, Aubrey Galvan and a talented group of newcomers. LSU’s backcourt has plenty of firepower, but what will the Tigers look like inside? NC State should give Kim Mulkey’s squad an opportunity to find out, especially with the battle in the paint and on the boards potentially deciding this matchup. Texas gets perhaps the biggest First Test of them all — an exhibition matchup against UConn. How will the Longhorns replace Rori Harmon’s leadership at point guard? Who steps up alongside Madison Booker? And can Vic Schaefer’s defense challenge Sarah Strong and the defending national powerhouse? Finally, South Carolina heads to Paris to face Brenda Frese and Maryland. Dawn Staley’s Gamecocks have another loaded non-conference schedule, and this matchup gives us an early chance to see their rotation, ball security, defensive identity, and who could emerge as this season’s X-factor. Which SEC heavyweight are YOU most confident in heading into the season? Drop your pick in the comments! 👇 Subscribe to Chalk Talk South: Women’s Hoops for SEC women’s basketball breakdowns, game analysis, interviews, rankings, and more throughout the 2026–27 women’s college basketball season. Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:00 Vanderbilt vs Iowa 7:34 LSU vs NC State 13:25 Texas vs UCONN (Exhibition) 21:39 South Carolina vs Maryland 29:40 SEC Media Days Next Week 30:22 Like, Comment, Share, Subscribe #WomensCollegeBasketball #SECWBB #WomensBasketball #CollegeBasketball #VanderbiltWBB #LSUWBB #TexasWBB #SouthCarolinaWBB #UConnWBB TikTok ✅ Apple Podcasts ✅ SEC Women's Hoops Podcast #womensbasketball #wbb #womenshoops

  6. Oct 6

    SEC Contenders Have Some HUGE Tests Coming | SEC WBB

    🏀 The First Test Series continues with the SEC Contenders! In this episode of Chalk Talk South: Women’s Hoops, I’m breaking down the first major non-conference tests for six SEC women’s basketball teams: Mississippi State, Texas A&M, Ole Miss, Tennessee, Kentucky, and Oklahoma. These early matchups could tell us a lot about which teams are ready to make a move in the SEC this season. 🔥 FIRST TEST MATCHUPS: 🏀 Mississippi State vs. Indiana & TCU — Major Test 🏀 Texas A&M vs. California — Legit Test 🏀 Ole Miss vs. Ohio State — National Test 🏀 Tennessee vs. UCLA — National Test 🏀 Kentucky vs. Louisville — National Test 🏀 Oklahoma vs. North Carolina — National Test We’re looking beyond just wins and losses. What should we be watching when these teams hit the floor? Can Mississippi State find consistent offense around Madison Francis? How will Texas A&M replace its interior presence? Can Ole Miss keep pace with Ohio State’s high-powered offense? How quickly will Tennessee’s new-look roster come together? Who runs the offense for Kentucky? And can Oklahoma replace the post presence it lost while continuing to play its fast-paced style? From the Battle of the Bluegrass to Tennessee taking on the reigning national champions and Oklahoma opening against North Carolina in Paris, these non-conference games should give us an early look at which SEC Contenders could be ready to take the next step. 💬 Which SEC Contender do YOU think is most likely to make a jump this season? Drop your pick in the comments! Chapters 0:00 Intro 2:04 Mississippi State First Test 6:16 Texas A&M First Test 10:30 Ole Miss First Test 14:17 Tennessee First Test 18:36 Kentucky First Test 23:28 Oklahoma First Test 26:39 Like, Comment, Share, Subscribe 👍 Like the video 🔔 Subscribe to Chalk Talk South: Women’s Hoops 📲 Share with another women’s basketball fan And stay tuned for Part 3: The SEC Heavyweights! #WomensBasketball #SECWBB #CollegeBasketball #NCAAW #SEC #TennesseeLadyVols #OleMissWBB #KentuckyWBB #OklahomaWBB #MississippiStateWBB #TexasAMWBB #ChalkTalkSouth TikTok ✅ Apple Podcasts ✅ SEC Women's Hoops Podcast #womensbasketball #wbb #womenshoops

  7. Sep 22

    SEC Women's Basketball: Who Faces the First REAL Test? | SEC Risers

    The 2026-27 women’s college basketball season is almost here, and it’s time to find out when the schedule gets REAL. Welcome to the FIRST TEST series on Chalk Talk South: Women’s Hoops! 🏀 In this series, I’m breaking down the first matchup on every SEC team’s schedule that could give us a real look at who they are heading into conference play. We’re starting with the SEC Risers: Arkansas, Auburn, Missouri, Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. For each team, I’m breaking down: 🏀 The game I’m circling 🔍 Why the matchup matters ⚔️ What makes it a test 👀 What I’ll be watching 📚 What we could learn 🌡️ The official TEST LEVEL — Warm-Up, Legit, Major, or National Some of the matchups on the board: 🐗 Arkansas vs. James Madison & High Point 🐯 Auburn vs. Texas Tech 🐯 Missouri vs. Illinois 🐊 Florida vs. West Virginia 🐶 Georgia vs. Colorado & Oregon 🐘 Alabama vs. North Carolina From new-look rosters and coaching changes to defensive questions, offensive identity, chemistry, and early opportunities to make a statement, these games could tell us a lot about where each program stands before SEC play begins. Which SEC team has the toughest first test? And is there another game YOU would have circled? Drop your thoughts in the comments! 👍 Like the video 💬 Join the conversation 🔔 Subscribe to Chalk Talk South: Women’s Hoops for more SEC women’s basketball coverage all season long. #SECWomensBasketball #WomensCollegeBasketball #NCAAW #SEC #WomensBasketball #ChalkTalkSouth Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:02 Introducing SEC First Test 2:07 Arkansas First Test vs JMU and High Point 7:33 Auburn First Test vs Texas Tech 10:23 Mizzou First Test vs Illinois 13:23 Florida First Test vs West Virginia 16:51 Georgia First Test vs Colorado and Oregon 20:13 Alabama First Test vs North Carolina 25:02 Like, Comment, Share, and Subscribe TikTok ✅ Apple Podcasts ✅ SEC Women's Hoops Podcast #womensbasketball #wbb #womenshoops

  8. Sep 18

    Clara Strack Talks Kentucky Basketball, Kenny Brooks & the SEC

    Kentucky women’s basketball star Clara Strack joins Chalk Talk South: Women’s Hoops to talk about the Wildcats, her growth as one of the top post players in the country, and what’s ahead for Kentucky in the 2026–27 women’s college basketball season. Coming off a standout season in which she averaged nearly 17 points and 10 rebounds per game while recording 91 blocks, Strack has established herself as one of the premier players in the SEC. In this conversation, Clara discusses how her game has evolved beyond the traditional post position, the confidence she’s developed under head coach Kenny Brooks, and how Kentucky is preparing her for the next level. We also dive into the culture Kenny Brooks has built at Kentucky, the Wildcats’ talented group of newcomers, why depth will be so important in the SEC, and whether Kentucky has what it takes to compete for an SEC championship this season. Plus, Clara takes on Chalk Talk or Cap, talks about the legacy she hopes to leave at Kentucky, and shares a little about who she is away from the basketball court. 🏀 IN THIS EPISODE: • Clara Strack’s development at Kentucky • Playing for Kenny Brooks • Becoming a more versatile, positionless post player • Preparing for a future in the WNBA • Kentucky’s newcomers and team chemistry • What makes SEC women’s basketball so difficult • Kentucky’s SEC championship potential • Clara’s legacy and work ethic • Chalk Talk or Cap If you love Kentucky women’s basketball, SEC women’s basketball, or women’s college basketball, be sure to subscribe to Chalk Talk South: Women’s Hoops for more player interviews, team breakdowns, scouting reports, and coverage throughout the season. 00:00 – Intro: Kentucky Star Clara Strack 01:21 – How Clara’s Game Has Evolved 02:17 – Kenny Brooks & Kentucky’s Culture 03:40 – Becoming a Complete, Versatile Post Player 05:20 – What Excites Clara About This Kentucky Team 06:40 – What It Takes to Win in the SEC 08:23 – Clara’s Favorite SEC Arenas 09:43 – Chalk Talk or Cap 🏀 12:54 – The Legacy Clara Wants to Leave at Kentucky 13:37 – Getting to Know Clara Off the Court 14:57 – Closing Thoughts #ClaraStrack #KentuckyWBB #KentuckyBasketball #SECWBB #WomensCollegeBasketball #WomensBasketball #BBN #ChalkTalkSouth TikTok ✅ Apple Podcasts ✅ SEC Women's Hoops Podcast #womensbasketball #wbb #womenshoops

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