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Big East Energy Weekly

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Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 37

Join Co-Host's Mark Zanetto and Casey Matthews for Big East Energy Weekly, On the Big East Energy Network! It's your all-access pass to everything Big East basketball and beyond. Hosted by passionate hoops heads who live and breathe the conference, this podcast delivers sharp analysis, hot takes, player interviews, and plenty of banter about the teams, rivalries, and moments that define Big East hoops. Whether you’re a diehard fan or just here for the madness, get your fix of weekly recaps, previews, and bold predictions—because in the Big East, the energy never stops.

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Talent vs. Titles: Unpacking College Basketball's Success Metrics

Monday, June 30, 2025 • Duration 46:43

The discussion around NBA talent on college rosters and coaching expectations is complex. While having multiple NBA-caliber players can elevate a team's potential, it doesn't guarantee success in the NCAA tournament. Coaches at top programs like Duke, Kentucky, and UConn face immense pressure to translate this talent into championships. The debate centers on whether failing to reach the Final Four or win a national title with NBA-level talent should be considered a failure. Some argue that the unique pressures of single-elimination tournaments and the challenges of managing young talent make this an unfair standard. Others contend that elite coaches should be able to maximize their roster's potential, regardless of age or experience. This conversation underscores the high stakes and expectations in college basketball, especially for programs consistently recruiting top talent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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NBA Draft Fallout: Big East Talent Takes Center Stage

Saturday, June 28, 2025 • Duration 33:51

The 2025 NBA Draft saw five Big East players selected, showcasing the conference's talent pool. Liam McNeely from UConn, Thomas Sorber from Georgetown, Micah Peavy from Georgetown, Kam Jones from Marquette, and Ryan Kalkbrenner from Creighton all heard their names called. This draft outcome highlights the Big East's ability to produce NBA-caliber players across multiple programs. However, some notable omissions, like RJ Luis, raised questions about the decision-making process for players choosing to stay in the draft versus returning to college. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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DEVELOPING: Villanova Reloading | Why Kevin Willard Isn’t Done Yet

Monday, May 12, 2025 • Duration 29:08

🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple, Amazon, iHeartRadio + more. Search: Big East Energy 🔔 Subscribe on YouTube to Big East Energy for weekly breakdowns, insider interviews, and the best damn college hoops coverage anywhere. 📲 Follow @BigEastEnergy and @MarkZanettoCBB for clips, updates, and behind-the-scenes coverage. SUBSCRIBE TO ALL THIS BIGEASTENERGY NETWORK: https://linktr.ee/bigeastenergy On this week’s Big East Energy Weekly, Casey Matthews and Mark Zanetto discuss how Villanova is reloading under Kevin Willard — and why the Wildcats may not be done in the transfer portal just yet. With one of the most calculated offseasons in the Big East, Nova is quietly building something serious, especially with the addition of star Freshman Acaden Lewis. They also dive into the heavyweight non-conference matchups that could shift the national narrative: St. John’s vs. Kentucky, UConn vs. Florida, and Marquette vs. Purdue — and close the show by asking a critical question: Can Seton Hall survive the NIL era? Thank you to our Sponsor, Asabasa Spice Co. visit: http://asabasaspice.com/BEE use promo code BIGFLAVOR15 for 15 pct off your first order! #Villanova #BigEast #KevinWillard #TransferPortal #CollegeBasketball #UConn #Marquette #SetonHall #StJohns #MarchMadness #BigEastEnergy #NCAAB #stjohns #bigeastenergy #bigeastbasketball #newpope #pope Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Pitino St. John’s Reloads. Hurley/Karaban Returns. MAC's portal plunge. Let the Battle Begin

Thursday, May 1, 2025 • Duration 41:24

🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple, Amazon, iHeartRadio + more. Search: Big East Energy 🔔 Subscribe on YouTube to Big East Energy for weekly breakdowns, insider interviews, and the best damn college hoops coverage anywhere. 📲 Follow @BigEastEnergy and @MarkZanettoCBB for clips, updates, and behind-the-scenes coverage. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple, Amazon, iHeartRadio + more. Search: Big East Energy 🔔 Subscribe on YouTube to Big East Energy for weekly breakdowns, insider interviews, and the best damn college hoops coverage anywhere. 📲 Follow @BigEastEnergy and @MarkZanettoCBB for clips, updates, and behind-the-scenes coverage. Alex Karaban might be coming back to UConn… but is that actually the biggest Big East news of the week? St. John’s just landed a monster portal class under Rick Pitino — and we brought in New York Post’s Zach Braziller to break it all down. In this episode of Big East Energy, we debate which storyline moves the needle more: Karaban’s potential return or St. John’s portal power moves that could reshape the Big East and have them repeating as Big East champions? We dive deep into what Karaban means for UConn’s 3rd title in four years, and how Pitino’s additions could finally make the Johnnies a legitimate national title contender. Don’t miss this sharp, fast-paced episode loaded with Big East insight. Thank you to our Sponsor, Asabasa Spice Co. visit: http://asabasaspice.com/BEE.. use promo code BIGFLAVOR15 for 15 pct off your first order! #UConnBasketball #StJohns #BigEast #CollegeBasketball #RickPitino #AlexKaraban #NCAABasketball #TransferPortal #ZachBraziller #BigEastEnergy #UConn #StJohnsBasketball #hoopscappod #nypost #newyork #bigeastenergy #bigeastbasketball #bigeasthoops Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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BOMBSHELL: St. John's MEGA-HAUL Shakes Big East | Can Rick Pitino DELIVER Without a TRUE Point Guard

Thursday, April 24, 2025 • Duration 32:41

Subscribe to the podcast and follow everything about Big East Energy and The Hoops Cap here: LINKTREE: https://linktr.ee/bigeastenergy 0:00 Intro: Transfer portal madness in Big East 5:09 St. John's roster transformation under Rick Pitino 10:28 Impact of powerhouse programs on Big East 15:43 Analyzing St. John's new roster additions 20:22 Xavier and Villanova's transfer portal moves 24:20 All-Portal team discussion begins 28:23 Final All-Portal team picks and DePaul mention 30:59 Closing remarks and sponsor shoutout Can the St. John's Red Storm's "Mega Hall" of transfers reshape the Big East basketball landscape? With the college basketball transfer portal buzzing, St. John's, led by coach Rick Patino, is making waves with key additions like Ian Jackson and Bryce Hopkins. The episode explores how these moves could redefine the team's strategy and impact the league's power dynamics. Mark Zanetto and Casey Matthews dive into the transfer activities of Big East teams, spotlighting Xavier's aggressive portal strategy and Creighton's strategic acquisitions, including Josh Dix and Owen Freeman. The discussion also features an "All-Portal Team" selection, highlighting players poised to make significant impacts. Join the conversation to uncover how these transfers might influence the upcoming season and the Big East's competitive edge. Listen now for exclusive insights and expert analysis. #bigeastbasketball #TransferPortal #StJohnsHoops #RickPitino #CreightonJays #XavierMusketeers #BigEastRecruiting #CollegeHoops #NCAATransfers #PortalMadness #BigEastEnergy #AsabasaSpice #GeorgetownHoyas #DePaulBasketball #VillanovaWildcats #BigEastPodcast #CBB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Portal Kombat: Big East Edition

Thursday, April 17, 2025 • Duration 25:38

On this episode of The Hoops Cap Pod, we take a look at the future changing of the guard at Creighton basketball. Why now? What's the plan and what about the staff left behind at High Point? Then per usual, it's on to the portal. St. John's continues to spend big in the portal, Willards Wildcats make a few moves, and you guessed it, the Jays strike again. How will Seton Hall fill their roster and stop the exodus in South Orange? Finally, talk a little about the future of the Big East and why we think it's in good shape...for now. Coach Huss shares a little insight here and we breakdown some conversations swirling around the future of the Big East. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Hurley to Pitino, the Best Coaches in the country are all in the Big East

Thursday, April 10, 2025 • Duration 47:46

🔔 Subscribe for more UConn + Big East Basketball Coverage! / @bigeastenergy EVERY LINK TO OUR SHOWS-NETWORK-MERCH is in the LINKTREE: https://linktr.ee/bigeastenergy The Big East is the most competitive, well-coached conference in college basketball — and the rest of the country knows it. On this episode of The Hoops Cap Pod, we break down why the top coaches in America are all in the Big East right now. From Dan Hurley’s titles to Shaka Smart’s system, Richard Pitino's recruiting, Ed Cooley’s cultural rebuild at Georgetown, and Greg McDermott’s offensive genius at Creighton, the league is absolutely loaded. Then it’s onto transfer portal madness, as Big East programs reload with high-level talent and position themselves to run it back in March. UConn, Creighton, Marquette, and others are quietly dominating portal strategy and reshaping their rosters fast. SUBSCRIBE for Big East basketball coverage, transfer portal analysis, and elite-level hoops talk every week. #BigEast, #BigEastBasketball, #DanHurley, #ShakaSmart, #SeanMiller, #GregMcDermott, #EdCooley, #TransferPortal, #PortalSeason, #NaismithAwards, #CoachOfTheYear, #DefensivePlayerOfTheYear, #CollegeBasketball, #MarchMadness, #UConn, #Creighton, #Marquette, #Georgetown, #TheHoopsCapPod, #BasketballPodcast, #CollegeHoops Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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UConn’s Portal Puzzle: Who’s Staying, Who’s Gone?

Saturday, March 29, 2025 • Duration 16:29

🎧 Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… @ / @bigeastenergy 📢 Follow US on Socials! • Instagram: @BigEastEnergy @TheHoopsCap • Twitter/X: @BigEastEnergy @THeHoopsCap The transfer portal is officially wide open, and UConn men’s basketball is feeling the ripple effect. In this emergency episode of The Hoops Cap, we break major portal news regarding Solo Ball, Jayden Ross, Aidan Mahaney, and Tarris Reed Jr. — including who’s testing the NBA Draft, who’s 50/50 on transferring, and who’s expected to enter the portal soon. We discuss how Dan Hurley and the staff are navigating a volatile portal landscape while preparing to supplement their monster freshman class for 2025-26. Whether it’s draft waters or transfer rumors, one thing is clear: the portal is now a prominent part of UConn’s future, and Hurley is built for it. Don't forget to Like and Subscribe to the Pod! #TransferPortal, #NCAAPortal, #CollegeBasketballTransfers, #PortalSeason, #TransferWatch, #PortalBuzz, #NCAABTransfers, #BasketballTransfers, #DraftOrPortal, #PortalMoves, #UConn, #UConnNation, #BleedBlue, #UConnBasketball, #HuskyNation, #UConnHoops, #GoHuskies, #ThisIsUConn, #DanHurley, #collegehoops Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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DEVELOPING STORY: UConn vs. Oklahoma. Beers, Paige Bueckers & the Battle Inside

Saturday, March 29, 2025 • Duration 34:55

🎧 Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… @ / @bigeastenergy 📢 Follow US on Socials! • Instagram: @BigEastEnergy @TheHoopsCap • Twitter/X: @BigEastEnergy @THeHoopsCap On today’s episode of The Hoops Cap, Co-Host's Mark Zanetto and Tee Baker dive into the emotional and cultural impact of JuJu Watkins’ heartbreaking ACL injury and what it means for the future of women’s college basketball, especially in comparison to Paige Bueckers and Caitlin Clark. We preview UConn’s Sweet 16 showdown with Oklahoma, a dominant rebounding team and home to Raegan Beers, who famously chose OU over the Huskies. Can UConn’s frontcourt hold up? And in our final segment, we break down UConn’s evolving roster strategy as Geno pivots toward size, with portal targets like Serah Williams and international standouts Gandy Malou Mamel and Blanca Quiñonez. The Huskies are going big, and the women’s game might be shifting. Part of the Big East Energy Podcast Collective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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DEVELOPING: Inside UConn’s Portal Plans & Hurley’s Raw Reaction to Season’s End

Thursday, March 27, 2025 • Duration 35:44

🎧 Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… @https://youtube.com/@bigeastenergy?si=k3X1YYA75jS8obbX 📢 Follow US on Socials! • Instagram: @BigEastEnergy @TheHoopsCap • Twitter/X: @BigEastEnergy @THeHoopsCap Welcome to The Hoops Cap — the only daily podcast covering UConn men’s and women’s basketball. In today’s episode, we break down the latest UConn transfer portal buzz, react to Dan Hurley’s raw and revealing media availability, and rank the top 5 players of the Hurley era. Plus, we preview the Sweet 16 and what’s ahead for the Huskies. Available on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. Part of the Big East Energy Podcast Collective — where passion meets precision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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