Explore every episode of the podcast Hoops 360
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| UCLA are 2026 NCAA national champions! Geno Auriemma-Dawn Staley altercation + WNBA draft stock changes | 06 Apr 2026 | 00:51:45 | |
Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and basketball analyst Isis “Ice” Young break down the national title matchup between South Carolina and UCLA that ultimately delivered the Bruins their first-ever NCAA championship. The duo dives into key moments and standout performances while also highlighting what this historic win means for UCLA’s program moving forward. They also unpack the highly talked-about sideline altercation between Dawn Staley and Geno Auriemma that happened after South Carolina’s Final Four win. Plus, with the NCAA tournament now in the rearview, Caroline and Ice evaluate which players boosted—or hurt—their WNBA Draft stock during March Madness. Be sure to join the conversation and drop your thoughts in the comments! 00:58 - Biggest takeaways from UCLA 79-51 rout of South Carolina to win the NCAA national championship? 12:17 - Was South Carolina hungover from beating UConn? 15:55 - When did we start to trust UCLA? 19:18 - Which returning players are you excited to watch next season? 26:58 - How has Lauren Betts' draft stock changed? 31:52 - How has Azzi Fudd's draft stock changed? 34:57 - Cori Close on winning NCAA national championship: "I wanted to find uncommon, courageous women..." 36:49 - Dawn Staley on 79-51 loss against UCLA: "We just didn't have it today, they were the better team" 38:12 - What did the Geno-Dawn altercation mean to you? 48:38 - Final thoughts on college hoops season? Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| Final Four Preview: Is UConn as perfect as we think? How Texas can match up against Lauren Betts and UCLA | 31 Mar 2026 | 01:03:24 | |
Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton, basketball analyst Isis Young, and women’s basketball writer and podcaster Jordan Robinson break down the Final Four matchups featuring the No. 1 seeds. Can South Carolina find a way to crack UConn? And will Texas standout Kyla Oldacre give UCLA star Lauren Betts a run for her money? The trio also reacts to Geno Auriemma’s comments on the regional format. Plus, they have some fun looking back at the most memorable storylines and biggest star moments from the tournament so far. Let us know your bold Final Four predictions in the comments! 01:13 - What stands out in South Carolina vs. UConn matchup? 07:22 - Is this South Carolina team in a better position to beat this UConn team than last year? 14:43 - What stands out in Texas vs. UCLA matchup? 25:40 - Did UCLA’s game against Duke make them more equipped to win a championship? 35:42 - What to make of Geno Auriemma's comments on the regionals format 50:37 - What have been the most notable storylines from NCAAW tournament so far? 01:02:45 - Upcoming games to watch Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| WNBA schedule but no CBA? Iowa surges in post-Caitlin Clark era + Charlie Creme’s insight on bracket building | 28 Jan 2026 | 01:01:27 | |
Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down Iowa’s ongoing surge in it’s post–Caitlin Clark era as the Hawkeyes make the AP Top 10 for the first time since her departure. ESPN bracketology expert Charlie Creme joins the show to share his latest insights on the women’s college basketball postseason picture. Plus, how does the WNBA release a schedule without a finalized CBA? Caroline and Cass unpack why the move makes senses for the league. Have questions or topics you want covered? Drop them in the comments and we’ll address them on the show! 01:29 - Biggest takeaways from post-Caitlin Clark Iowa so far this season? 09:25 - Player Spotlights of the Week: Negley - Aaliyah Chavez | Fenton - Ta'Niya Latson 14:40 - ESPN expert bracketologist Charlie Creme joins the show! 43:41 - How is there a WNBA schedule without a WNBA CBA? 49:54 - What stands out to you most about the 2026 WNBA schedule? 54:29 - Upcoming games to watch: Unrivaled & NCAAW Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| Will Sarah Strong win Player of the Year? Teams flying under the radar + 2016 throwback trend: WNBA edition | 21 Jan 2026 | 00:50:06 | |
Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down their midseason picks for college basketball’s biggest awards. The hosts discuss who’s leading the Player of the Year race as of now, along with Defensive Player of the Year, Freshman of the Year and Coach of the Year. The duo also highlights some under-the-radar teams who are quietly making noise outside the Top 25. Plus—Breanna Stewart was drafted ten years ago?! Caroline and Cass tap into the 2016 throwback trend to revisit what the WNBA looked like a decade ago. Have questions or topics you want covered? Drop them in the comments, and they just might make it onto the show. Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| WNBA CBA: Impact of a moratorium? Erica Wheeler on Unrivaled + Vic Schaefer’s reaction to Texas’ first loss | 14 Jan 2026 | 00:58:04 | |
Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down the latest WNBA CBA update as the offseason clock continues to tick. How could a potential moratorium impact the league and its players? The duo is also joined by WNBA and Unrivaled guard Erica Wheeler, who shares what makes playing for Unrivaled unique and what it’s like being coached by WNBA legend Teresa Weatherspoon. Plus, Caroline and Cass unpack Vic Schaefer’s comments after LSU hands Texas its first loss of the season and spotlight their favorite college players of the week. Have questions or topics you want covered on Hoops 360? Drop them in the comments and you might hear them addressed on the show! Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| WNBA CBA Deadline looms, LSU struggles, Unrivaled tips off & Te-Hina Paopao joins Hoops 360 | 07 Jan 2026 | 00:55:05 | |
Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down the latest developments in the WNBA CBA negotiations as the third deadline looms. Where do the league and the WNBPA stand—and is a strike on the horizon? The hosts also dive into the tipoff of Unrivaled and ask a big question: what will the Lunar Owls look like without star forward Napheesa Collier? Plus, Atlanta Dream and Athletes Unlimited guard Te-Hina Paopao joins the show! Te-Hina talks about her transition from South Carolina to the professional game and shares her goals and excitement heading into the AU season. Got questions or topics for Hoops 360? Email us at hoops360@yahoosports.com and you could hear them on the show! Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| Hoops 360’s 2026 resolutions: WNBA CBA agreement, Unrivaled’s momentum, Duke + Connecticut Sun’s future | 31 Dec 2025 | 00:40:31 | |
Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley tip off the new year by unveiling their bold 2026 resolutions for women’s basketball. They break down the latest in WNBA CBA negotiations and highlight the growing momentum behind Unrivaled. They also spotlight Duke’s improved consistency, which must continue as the team enters conference play. Plus, the duo shares what they hope to see next from the Connecticut Sun as questions around ownership continue. Got questions or topics for Hoops 360? Email us at hoops360@yahoosports.com and you could hear them on the show! Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| Hoops 360: 2025 Wrapped! What were our most memorable moments from WNBA + college hoops in 2025? | 24 Dec 2025 | 00:42:35 | |
Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley look back on an eventful 2025 and highlight their own top five moments of the year. Between the WNBA, college hoops, and everything happening on and off the court, the duo run through their most memorable moments you won’t want to miss. Got questions or topics for Hoops 360? Email us at hoops360@yahoosports.com and you could hear them on the show! Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| Caitlin Clark weighs in on WNBA CBA + Sandy Brondello’s vision for building inaugural Toronto Tempo | 17 Dec 2025 | 01:01:53 | |
Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley sit down with Toronto Tempo’s inaugural franchise head coach, Sandy Brondello, to discuss what it takes to build a brand-new franchise from the ground up. Brondello shares insight into the challenges—and the rewards—of leading a first-year expansion team. Plus, Caroline and Cass react to Caitlin Clark’s comments on the ongoing WNBA CBA negotiations and break down where the top teams in women’s college basketball truly stand so far this season. Got questions or topics for Hoops 360? Email us at hoops360@yahoosports.com and you could hear them on the show! Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| Hannah Hidalgo on her game: “I’m a dog!”, Can UConn go undefeated? + new WNBA CBA insight | 10 Dec 2025 | 00:35:28 | |
Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women’s basketball writer Cassandra Negley sit down with Notre Dame superstar Hannah Hidalgo for a deep dive into team chemistry, leadership, and handling big-time pressure. Hannah also shares her biggest takeaways from the Fighting Irish’s solid start to the season. Caroline and Cassandra break down what goes into negotiating a new CBA—and debate the question on everyone’s mind: Can UConn actually run the table this year? Hear their bold predictions and insider insight. Got questions or topics for Hoops 360? Email us at hoops360@yahoosports.com and you could hear them on the show! Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| New news on the WNBA CBA! Ari Chambers chimes in + Zora Stephenson on Hannah Hidalgo’s dominance | 04 Dec 2025 | 01:06:53 | |
Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women’s basketball writer Cassandra Negley spotlight the biggest takeaways from NCAAW Feast Week, including Texas’ domination and Duke’s underwhelming offensive effort. Ari Chambers joins the show to discuss her thoughts on the WNBA CBA and why the ACC is struggling right now. Plus, sports reporter Zora Stephenson highlights emerging trends across women’s college basketball and spotlights standout guard Hannah Hidalgo. Have questions or topics you want us to cover on Hoops 360? Send them our way at hoops360@yahoosports.com! Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| It’s NCAAW Feast Week! What are the must-see matchups and which players will bring the heat? | 25 Nov 2025 | 00:35:36 | |
Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women’s basketball writer Cassandra Negley dive into everything you need to know about Women’s College Basketball Feast Week! The duo breaks down what Feast Week is and why it’s become one of the sport’s must-see early-season events. They also spotlight the biggest ranked matchups, the storylines brewing among tournaments, and the players they expect to make a major splash as teams hit the national stage. Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| NCAAW Sweet 16 Preview: Serious contenders not named UConn + must-watch players and matchups | 24 Mar 2026 | 00:40:20 | |
Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and basketball analyst Isis Young take a fun look back at the most notable moments from Rounds 1 and 2 of the NCAA Tournament, breaking down the biggest surprises, standout performances, and storylines that shaped the opening weekend. The duo then turns its attention to the Sweet 16. They preview their must-watch matchups including what to expect from a high-stakes Duke vs. LSU showdown, as well as the electrifying guard battle between Notre Dame’s Hannah Hidalgo and Vanderbilt’s Mikayla Blakes. Join the conversation and let us know—which Sweet 16 matchup are you most excited to watch? 01:33 - What were the biggest takeaways from the first two rounds? 11:33 - How impactful is having home-court advantage? 18:51 - University of Virginia head coach Amaka Agugua-Hamilton on playing at Iowa's home court 25:15 - What are our must-watch Sweet 16 games? 39:17 - Upcoming games to watch Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| Is the SEC the Goliath of NCAAW? Takeaways from last week's matchups & why is WNBA All-Star BACK in Chicago? | 12 Nov 2025 | 00:44:36 | |
Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton is joined by Sports Reporter for The Washington Post Ava Wallace to break down the biggest takeaways from the top NCAAW’s matchups this past week. They make the case for why the SEC is the most exciting conference to watch this season, plus, look at upcoming games you don’t want to miss. The duo also discusses why the Chicago Sky were the only WNBA team to put in a bid to host the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game and what that says about where the league stands. 1:44 - Takeaways from (18) USC @ (9) NC State 9:46 - Takeaways from (6) Oklahoma @ (3) UCLA 14:36 - Where does Oklahoma fit in the SEC? 16:58 - Have UConn & South Carolina secured their dominance already? 23:11 - Which conference race will be most exciting? 30:47 - Why was Chicago the only city to bid for the 2026 WNBA All-Star game? 42:20 - Upcoming NCAAW games to watch Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| Will UConn run it back? Early NCAAW takeaways and diving deeper into the WNBA CBA | 06 Nov 2025 | 00:48:28 | |
Hoops 360 co-hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down the thrilling start to the women’s college basketball season, spotlighting standout performances from UConn, Duke, Baylor, and more. Plus, Ava Wallace, sports reporter for The Washington Post, joins the show to discuss which WNBA draft prospects could be a strong fit for the Washington Mystics. The trio also dives into how the WNBA’s CBA stacks up against those of the NBA and other major leagues. 01:12 - Send your questions and topics for Hoops 360 to hoops360@yahoosports.com 01:43 - Biggest takeaways from NCAAW tipoff: UConn wins, Duke upset by Baylor, NC State take Tenn. 04:45 - Will UConn win back-to-back championships? 08:17 - Biggest takeaways from NCAAW tipoff: UConn wins, Duke upset by Baylor, NC State take Tenn. 13:24 - Hoops 360 welcomes Ava Wallace, Sports Reporter for The Washington Post 13:42 - How are the Mystics building for the future? 17:14 - What NBA mentality have the Mystics adopted during rebuild? 22:09 - Can you call this a "rebuild" for the Mystics? 25:18 - What do you expect to see from the Mystics in offseason? 26:33 - Is Azzi Fudd the best player in the 2026 WNBA draft? 28:09 - Which players will be a top-5 pick in the WNBA draft? 30:19 - Who will be the face of the league this season? 32:14 - Early pick to win the 2026 NCAAW championship? 33:57 - How do you compare the WNBA CBA and the NBA CBA? 37:35 - What league could we compare the WNBA's future to? 44:55 - Upcoming NCAAW matchups to watch Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| Women’s college basketball is here! CBA deadline extension and why Liberty still don’t have a head coach | 31 Oct 2025 | 01:08:29 | |
Hoops 360 co-hosts Caroline Fenton, Cassandra Negley and Isis “Ice” Young react to the WNBA CBA deadline extension and discuss what that means for the league. Plus - women’s college basketball is back! Hoops 360 breaks down all the players and teams you must keep an eye on as the 2025-26 season tips off. The trio also gives an update on all new WNBA coaching hires and questions why the New York Liberty are still on the hunt. 00:59 - Fans can send questions and topics to hoops360@yahoosports.com! 01:51 - What does the CBA deadline extension mean? 08:13 - What would a lockout do for the league? 14:17 - Who should we keep an eye on this 2025-26 season? 18:12 - What does it take to be the face of the league? 20:29 - Must the face of league play for an elite program? 26:21 - What teams should we keep an eye on this 2025-26 season? 36:39 - More players & matchups to get excited about 39:11 - WNBA coaching updates: Jose Fernandez, Sandy Brondello, Sonia Raman 50:57 - Notre Dame guard KK Bransford joins Hoops 360! 1:07:47 - Thanks for joining Hoops 360! Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| Angel Reese’s questionable future with Chicago Sky, WNBA new hire trends and Adam Silver on the WNBA CBA | 22 Oct 2025 | 00:52:56 | |
Hoops 360 co-hosts Caroline Fenton, Cassandra Negley and Isis “Ice” Young highlight three teams that need to make major changes in the offseason and three teams that could keep the same formula in hopes to run back another successful season in 2026. The trio also reacts to the Portland Fire hiring new head coach Alex Sarama and discuss what Adam’s Silvers comments on the WNBA CBA mean big picture. 01:38 - What teams must make changes this offseason? 01:59 - Chicago Sky 06:54 - Minnesota Lynx 14:08 - Los Angeles Sparks 19:27 - Which 3 teams can keep the same formula? 19:54 - Atlanta Dream 26:00 - New York Liberty 36:30 - Indiana Fever 43:14 - What to make of Portland Fire hiring head coach Alex Sarama 45:53 - Main takeaways from Adam Silver's WNBA CBA comments Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| Aces' championship and Engelbert booed, coaching fires and hires, and the CBA’s impact on free agency | 15 Oct 2025 | 00:57:20 | |
Hoops 360 co-hosts Caroline Fenton, Cassandra Negley, and Isis “Ice” Young highlight the Las Vegas Aces’ 2025 Championship victory and react to Nate Tibbetts’ ejection and Cathy Engelbert being good. They also talk about coaching vacancies and where Sandy Brondello could end up. The trio also discusses WNBA free agency and takes a look at the AP women’s college basketball preseason top 25. TIMECODES: 01:50 - Recapping the 2025 WNBA Championship matchup 10:41 - Fair or Foul: Nate Tibbetts ejection 15:22 - What to make of fans booing Cathy Engelbert 16:30 - What to expect from this WNBA offseason: Where are we on cba negotiations? 31:49 - What to expect from WNBA offseason: How is the CBA impacting free agency? 40:02 - Where will fired WNBA coaches end up? 43:19 - What trends are we seeing with new coaching hires? 49:52 - Breaking down the AP women's college basketball preseason top 25 Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| Cathy Engelbert fallout continues, Game 3 reactions & are the Las Vegas Aces a dynasty? | 09 Oct 2025 | 01:00:45 | |
Hoops 360 co-hosts Caroline Fenton, Cassandra Negley and Isis “Ice” Young highlight the Las Vegas Aces electric game-3 win over the Phoenix Mercury and discuss how the Aces are cementing their dynasty right in front of our eyes. They breakdown the timeline of what has unraveled between Napheesa Collier and Cathy Engelbert and the impact it could have on the league as the controversies continue. The trio also previews game 4 of the WNBA Finals where the Aces could sweep the Mercury and take home the 2025 WNBA championship.
01:11 - How did the Las Vegas Aces win game 3? 12:56 - What would be more surprising?: Aces sweep or Mercury force game 5 19:39 - How much did the environments play a role in games 1, 2 & 3? 25:37 - How will Las Vegas Aces dynasty rank among WNBA? 32:43 - Napheesa Collier & Cathy Engelbert contention takeaways 56:31 - 2025 WNBA All-Defensive team announced 57:50 - 2025 WNBA Finals upcoming games 57:57 - 2025 WNBA Finals game 4 predictions Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| Napheesa Collier calls for change, Cathy Engelbert’s future with WNBA and who will win 2025 WNBA championship? | 01 Oct 2025 | 00:52:19 | |
Hoops 360 co-hosts Caroline Fenton, Cassandra Negley and Isis “Ice” Young highlight the exciting game 5 battle between the Las Vegas Aces and the Indiana Fever, react to Napheesa Collier’s scorching comments towards Cathy Engelbert and the WNBA and preview the 2025 WNBA Finals matchup. The trio also predicts who will win the 2025 WNBA championship: the Las Vegas Aces or the Phoenix Mercury. 01:31 - Takeaways from Las Vegas Aces victory over Indiana Fever 11:50 - How will Napheesa Collier's comments change the WNBA? 29:08 - What is Cathy Engelbert's future with the WNBA? 35:48 - How did the Las Vegas Aces go from .500 to Finals? 38:16 - What must the Mercury to do take down the Aces? 43:40 - WNBA Finals x-factors for the Aces and the Mercury 49:16 - WNBA Finals predictions: Aces or Mercury? Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| WNBA semifinals heat up, Sandy Brondello let go and Angel Reese skips exit interview | 25 Sep 2025 | 00:57:21 | |
Hoops 360 co-hosts Caroline Fenton, Cassandra Negley and Isis “Ice” Young preview both game 3 matchups of the WNBA semifinals and give their takes on how each game will shake out. They also all weigh in on the news of the New York Liberty parting ways with the winningest coach of all time, Sandy Brondello. Plus, the trio deliberate what it means big picture when players, such as Angel Reese, chose to skip exit interviews at the end of their season.
00:42 - WNBA semifinals format 01:11 - Minnesota Lynx vs. Phoenix Mercury series recap 09:53 - Minnesota Lynx vs. Phoenix Mercury game 3 & 4 preview 16:55 - Las Vegas Aces vs. Indiana Fever game 1 & game 2 recap 31:35 - Las Vegas Aces vs. Indiana Fever game 3 and game 4 preview 37:16 - Should Liberty have let Sandy Brondello go? 50:35 - What is the impact of exit interview? 56:43 - Upcoming semifinals games Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| New York Liberty win OT thriller, Aces demolish Storm and teams who will force game three | 15 Sep 2025 | 00:51:49 | |
Caroline Fenton and Isis “Ice” Young react to opening night of WNBA playoffs. They highlight blowout wins from the Aces and Lynx, an overtime thriller from the Liberty and A’ja Wilson’s 29-point perforce that took down the Storm. The duo also highlights the 2025 WNBA Most Improved Player, Veronica Burton of the Golden State Valkyries, and breaks down which series they think will be forced to go to three games. 01:08 - 2025 WNBA Most Improved Player: Veronica Burton 05:31 - Lynx oust Valkyries 101-72 18:43 - Dream defense fends off Fever 80-68 28:17 - Liberty beat Mercury in OT thriller 76-69 40:40 - Aces demolish Storm 102-77 47:43 - Which series will go to three games? 50:49 - Round 1 upcoming matchups Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| 2025 WNBA playoffs preview, bold predictions and recapping the best moments from regular season | 12 Sep 2025 | 00:55:20 | |
Hoops 360 co-hosts Caroline Fenton, Cassandra Negley and Isis “Ice” Young dish out everything you need to know heading into the WNBA playoffs starting this Sunday, September 14th. Caroline also throws it back to some of the most memorable moments from the regular season that made this year so iconic for the league. The trio also gives their bold predictions on what they expect to see as the playoffs unfold. 00:32 - Fast Five: Top moments from the 2025 regular season 05:07 - Is the new playoff format a good thing for the WNBA? 18:10 - Golden State Valkyries vs. Minnesota Lynx Preview 23:21 - Seattle Storm vs. Las Vegas Aces Preview 25:54 - Indiana Fever vs. Atlanta Dream Preview 31:30 - New York Liberty vs. Phoenix Mercury Preview 44:54 - WNBA Playoffs Round 1 Dates & Times 45:24 - Bold predictions Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| Breanna Stewart: “This new CBA is going to be historic.” Kiki Rice on a championship run + March legacies | 18 Mar 2026 | 01:08:01 | |
Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton, Cassandra Negley, and basketball analyst Isis “Ice” Young break down the newly agreed-upon WNBA CBA. Breanna Stewart joins the show to discuss the negotiation process and reflect on her championship season with Unrivaled. UCLA guard Kiki Rice also stops by to share her mindset heading into March and the Bruins’ goals as they chase their first national title. Plus, the crew debates which coaches and players have a chance to cement their legacy as March Madness legends this season. Have a question or topic you want covered? Drop it in the comments — we might feature it in a future episode. Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| WNBA playoffs without Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese’s comments & 2025 MVP | 09 Sep 2025 | 01:09:30 | |
Hoops 360 co-hosts Caroline Fenton, Cassandra Negley and Isis “Ice” Young dish out the top news and most significant developments from the WNBA this past week as the league gears up for 2025 playoffs. They dive deeper into how Caitlin Clark’s absence will impact WNBA playoffs, react to Angel Reese’s comments towards the Chicago Sky and highlight the teams who have momentum going into playoffs and the teams who don’t. The trio also give their final picks for the 2025 WNBA awards including Most Valuable Player, Rookie of the Year, Defensive player of the year and more. 01:39:16 - Fast Five: Everything you missed in WNBA this past week 04:14:11 - How will Caitlin Clark's absence impact playoffs? 18:20:02 - Fair or Foul: Angel Reese's comments on Sky 32:21:23 - Halftime Hit: Stud Budz C. Williams & N. Hiedeman in Vogue 35:55:05 - Who's hot & who's not heading into playoffs 52:19:07 - WNBA Awards 01:07:32:02 - Upcoming matchups
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| Hoops 360 premieres Tuesday, September 9th | 26 Aug 2025 | 00:00:48 | |
Join Caroline Fenton & Cassandra Negley on Hoops 360, as we take you courtside for the biggest stories in women’s basketball — from clutch showdowns and jaw-dropping breakout performances to history-making milestones and the rising stars in the country's fastest-growing sport. You’ll get sharp analysis, fearless hot takes, and the most unforgettable moments happening off the hardwood. Every league, every level, every play that matters — it’s all here. Hoops 360: your all-access pass to the world of women’s basketball, all year long. Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| WNBA CBA deadlock continues: What if a deal doesn’t come soon? + Big conference tournament takeaways | 11 Mar 2026 | 01:04:39 | |
Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton, Cassandra Negley and basketball analyst Isis “Ice” Young react to the latest developments in the WNBA CBA negotiations. What does another missed deadline mean for the league and its players and how did Breanna Stewart and Kelsey Plum’s letter to WNBPA executive director Terri Jackson shake up the conversation? The trio also breakdown the most notable takeaways from conference tournaments and discuss how certain wins and losses will impact Selection Sunday. Plus - this week’s spotlight players of the week! Got a question or topic you want covered? Drop it in the comments — we might feature it in a future episode.
TIMECODES: 01:21 - Update on the WNBA CBA negotiation timeline 02:00 - How could accelerated rookie contracts impact WNBA rosters? 06:44 - What did Breanna Stewart & Kelsey Plum's letter mean for CBA negotiations? 14:43 - What to make of Caitlin Clark and Breanna Stewarts comments on CBA negotiations 18:47 - What continues to be in question with no CBA agreement? 30:36 - What are the biggest takeaways from NCAA conference tournaments? 31:21 - Big Ten: Does UCLA deserve to be No. 1 overall seed? 41:43 - SEC: Texas takes down South Carolina 78-61 for SEC title 52:24 - Big 12: What does the Big 12 title mean for WVU? 57:38 - Spotlight Players of the Week Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| SEC POY Mikayla Blakes on Vandy’s rise + which team needs a conference title the most? | 03 Mar 2026 | 00:52:18 | |
Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down the Power Four conference tournaments with March implications on the line. Is the SEC title South Carolina’s to lose? Can Duke’s offense deliver? Is anyone built to challenge UCLA? And how will the Big 12 shake out? Plus, Vanderbilt star and SEC Player of the Year Mikayla Blakes joins the show to talk leadership, confidence, and how Vanderbilt surged into national title contention. Got a question or topic you want covered? Drop it in the comments — we might feature it in a future episode. 01:38 - SEC Conference Tournament Preview: Can South Carolina win its 4th consecutive conference championship? 05:58 - Who could knock off South Carolina? 08:48 - Will Vanderbilt or Texas take the final No. 1 seed? 10:22 - Which team needs to make a run the most to bolster resume? 13:43 - SEC Player of the Year Mikayla Blakes joins Hoops 360! 25:34 - ACC Conference Tournament Preview: What must Duke do to give you confidence in them? 28:51 - If not Duke, then who? 31:05 - Big Ten Conference Tournament Preview: Can anyone compete with UCLA? 35:47 - Big 12 Conference Tournament Preview: Who is the most in need of a resume boost? 39:05 - Additional conference tournaments to watch: Big East, Ivy League, Summit League, A10 45:03 - Which conference tournament is most intriguing? 50:11 - Upcoming games to watch Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| Shea Ralph on Vanderbilt’s recipe to success + are Duke and Tennessee in the hot seat heading into March? | 25 Feb 2026 | 01:02:49 | |
Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley discuss whether Vanderbilt can continue its climb and earn a No. 1 seed in this year’s tournament. Commodores head coach Shea Ralph joins the show to share what she learned from legendary UConn head coach Geno Auriemma and highlights why her team has seen so much success this season. Plus, which teams are suddenly on the hot seat after tough late-season losses? Should Tennessee and Duke be concerned heading into March? Have a question or topic you’d like us to cover? Drop it in the comments, and we may feature it in an upcoming episode. Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| Napheesa Collier’s insight on WNBA CBA negotiations + March Madness selections explained | 19 Feb 2026 | 00:50:12 | |
Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down the ins and outs of the NCAAW March Madness selection process. Cass highlights key factors that you may not have expected to be part of the process. Plus, WNBPA Vice President and Unrivaled co-founder Napheesa Collier joins the show to discuss Unrivaled’s rapid rise and give her perspective on the current state of WNBA CBA negotiations right now. Got questions or topics you want covered? Drop them in the comments and we’ll hit them on a future episode. 01:07 - What does the new WNBPA CBA counterproposal mean? 05:28 - Napheesa Collier joins Hoops 360! 08:51 - What goes into NCAAW March Madness selections? 29:15 - What do you make of the March Madness selection process now that you've experienced it? 42:40 - Spotlight Players of the Week Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| Will the newest WNBA CBA proposal land? Cori Close praises Lauren Betts + is it panic time for Tennessee? | 11 Feb 2026 | 01:09:42 | |
Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down the latest WNBA CBA proposal delivered to players this past Friday night - what’s changed, what it means, and what comes next. Got questions or topics you want covered? Drop them in the comments and we’ll hit them on a future episode. 01:53 - What's new in the latest newest WNBA CBA proposal? 04:51 - Has there been a shift in how fans are viewing the WNBA CBA negotiations 11:40 - UCLA head coach Cori Close joins Hoops 360! 39:38 - What did Coach Close take away from UCLA's close win over Michigan? 45:58 - Is it panic time for the Tennessee Vols after record-breaking 43-point loss to South Carolina? 01:00:04 - Player Spotlights of the Week: Rori Harmon & Avery Howel 01:03:44 - Upcoming games to watch: Unrivaled 1x1 tournament 01:05:25 - Upcoming games to watch: NCAAW Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||
| Big takeaways from WNBA CBA meeting, Unrivaled reaches new heights + is it UConn vs. everybody? | 04 Feb 2026 | 01:11:03 | |
Hoops 360 host Cassandra Negley and UConn women's basketball beat reporter for CT Insider Maggie Vanoni highlight the most important takeaways from the WNBA and WNBPA’s meeting this past Monday. Are the sides closer or further from securing a CBA? The duo also dives into Unrivaled’s massive weekend in Philly, UConn’s continued dominance, and what it all means for the women’s basketball landscape. Plus, Athletes Unlimited and WNBA guard Kia Nurse joins the show to share her perspective on the CBA, discuss free agency, and talk about her alma mater, #1 UConn. Got questions or topics you want covered? Drop them in the comments and we’ll hit them on a future episode. Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network | |||