The Small College Basketball Podcast is hosted by former NCAA Division II Basketball coach Chris Cottrell to celebrate the players, programs, coaches and history of small college basketball. Every two weeks the Small College Basketball Podcast promotes mens' basketball teams, players, and coaches across the NCAA Division II, NCAA Division III, NAIA, USCAA and NCCAA levels. Episodes include highlights, interviews and insights from across small college basketball’s best programs, players, coaches, and alumni at levels beyond NCAA Division I.
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In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners will join host Chris Cottrell and the founder of Small College Basketball, John McCarthy for an in-depth discussion of NCAA Division II, NCAA Division III and the NAIA. Cottrell and McCarthy will discuss the.....
NCAA Division II Top Teams and Conference Tournaments currently underway;
NCAA Division III National Tournament Brackets and Top Teams;
and NAIA National Tournament Brackets and Top Teams.
Additionally, Cottrell and McCarthy break down the recently released TREVOR HUDGINS AWARD watch-list and the BEVO FRANCIS watch-list of the top men’s Small College Basketball players in the country.
This year, the 2026 Small College Basketball Awards are scheduled for Sunday, April 26, 2026.
The 2025 Small College Basketball Award winners can be found here...
The Small College Basketball Podcast has been named #8 of the "Top 30 College Basketball Podcasts" by Feedspot.... and the 61st best College Basketball Podcast by Million Podcasts.
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners will hear the replay from our Small College Basketball Summer Education Series, a presentation from Coach Donnie Bostwick, the head men’s basketball coach from NAIA OKLAHOMA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY.
On today's replay, Coach Bostwick is presenting, "HOW TO WIN WITH LESS."
Coach Bostwick has been on the podcast in the past, previously sharing insight into the program at Oklahoma Wesleyan. Head Coach of the Oklahoma Wesleyan University men’s basketball team for a total of eight years in two separate stints. Bostwick has led the program to 223 wins during his tenure, and his 83% winning percentage is one of the highest in college basketball. Last season, Bostwick led Oklahoma Wesleyan to an overall record of 28-8 and an NAIA National Runner Up finish after appearing in the championship game. This year the OKWU Eagles are 20-3. The 2025 Small College Basketball Award winners can be found here... https://www.smallcollegebasketball.com/awards The Small College Basketball Podcast has been named #8 of the "Top 30 College Basketball Podcasts" by Feedspot.... and the 61st best College Basketball Podcast by Million Podcasts.
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https://ncaa.feedspot.com/college_basketball_podcasts/ https://www.millionpodcasts.com/college-basketball-podcasts/ For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops or visit www.smallcollegebasketball.com For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell
Small College Basketball Mid Season Recap
Season 5 · Episode 5
Saturday, January 24, 2026 • Duration 48:16
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners will join host Chris Cottrell and the founder of Small College Basketball, John McCarthy for an in-depth discussion of NCAA Division II, NCAA Division III and the NAIA. Cottrell and McCarthy highlight some of the hottest teams in Small College Basketball and some of the players to watch in the back-half of the college basketball season.
Additionally, McCarthy breaks down the initial BEVO FRANCIS WatchList of the top 100 men’s Small College Basketball players as well as the criteria and what to expect from the Trevor Huggins Award.
The Small College Basketball Podcast will return with John McCarthy and Chris Cottrell in February for a Conference Tournament discussion and preview of the Small College Basketball National Tournaments at all levels !!
The 2025 Small College Basketball Award winners can be found here...
The Small College Basketball Podcast has been named #8 of the "Top 30 College Basketball Podcasts" by Feedspot.... and the 61st best College Basketball Podcast by Million Podcasts.
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email
REPLAY Summer Education Series w/ Pat Juckem
Season 5 · Episode 3
Saturday, December 27, 2025 • Duration 01:22:00
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners will hear the REPLAY of a presentation from Head Coach of Wash U, Pat Juckem. Coach Juckem was our second presenter in our Small College Basketball Summer Education Series. This 3-part educational series of Zoom Presentations focused on Small College Basketball coaches from across the country presenting the offensive, defensive and cultural philosophies that drive their success.
Today's episode is a replay of Coach Juckem’s “Strategies for Improving your Team’s Offensive Efficiency”.
Coach Juckem is entering his 8th season at Wash U after a very successful run at UW Oshkosh. In the 2024-2025 season, Coach Juckem led Wash U to a 23-7 record and the team advanced to the NCAA Division III national semi-final.
The Small College Basketball Podcast will return with John McCarthy and Chris Cottrell on Saturday, January 17, 2026 for a mid-season recap!
The 2025 Small College Basketball Award winners can be found here...
The Small College Basketball Podcast has been named #8 of the "Top 30 College Basketball Podcasts" by Feedspot.... and the 61st best College Basketball Podcast by Million Podcasts.
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners will hear the REPLAY of a presentation from 3x National Champion and 2x Conference Carolinas Coach Of the Year, TJ Rosene. Coach Rosene was our first presenter this summer in our Small College Basketball Summer Education Series. This 3-part educational series of Zoom Presentations focused on Small College Basketball coaches from across the country presenting the offensive, defensive and cultural philosophies that drive their success.
Today's episode is a replay of Coach Rosene's “5 Pillars of Leading a Successful Team.”
The Small College Basketball Podcast will return with John McCarthy and Chris Cottrell on Saturday, January 17, 2026 for a mid-season recap!
The 2025 Small College Basketball Award winners can be found here...
The Small College Basketball Podcast has been named #8 of the "Top 30 College Basketball Podcasts" by Feedspot.... and the 61st best College Basketball Podcast by Million Podcasts.
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email
SCB 2025-26 Season Preview
Season 5 · Episode 1
Saturday, November 15, 2025 • Duration 54:41
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell and John McCarthy to preview the 2025-2026 Small College Basketball season.
Cottrell and McCarthy discuss what stood out from the Small College Basketball Hall of Fame Classic, presented by VisitCentralFlorida.com and GoPlaySports.com. After talking about the tip-off event, Cottrell and McCarthy discuss the top ranked teams, in NCAA Division II and NCAA Division III and the NAIA. As well as the players at all three levels to watch in this upcoming season.
The 2025 Small College Basketball Award winners can be found here...
The Small College Basketball Podcast has been named #8 of the "Top 30 College Basketball Podcasts" by Feedspot.... and the 61st best College Basketball Podcast by Million Podcasts.
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
SCB Summer Series "Winning with Less"
Season 4 · Episode 18
Saturday, August 9, 2025 • Duration 01:34:53
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners will hear a presentation from Coach Donnie Bostwick, the head men’s basketball coach from NAIA OKLAHOMA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY - Presenting, "HOW TO WIN WITH LESS."
Coach Bostwick has been on the podcast in the past, previously sharing insight into the program at Oklahoma Wesleyan. Head Coach of the Oklahoma Wesleyan University men’s basketball team for a total of eight years in two separate stints. Bostwick has led the program to 223 wins during his tenure, and his 83% winning percentage is one of the highest in college basketball.
Last season, Bostwick led Oklahoma Wesleyan to an overall record of 28-8 and an NAIA National Runner Up finish after appearing in the championship game.
The Small College Basketball Summer Education Series is live on Zoom and was offered free - there is no charge to register or to attend each presentation. Coaches from all levels are encouraged to attend future sessions, take notes, ask questions and share their thoughts with some of the brightest minds in our game!
Zoom links and registration can be found on our website:
The Small College Basketball Podcast has been named #8 of the "Top 30 College Basketball Podcasts" by Feedspot.... and the 61st best College Basketball Podcast by
Improving your Team's Offensive Efficiency: SCB Summer Education Series
JUCKEM, the head men’s basketball coach at Wash U - Washington University in St Louis, a member of the NCAA Division III.
Coach Juckem is entering his 8th season at Wash U after a very successful run at US Oshkosh. In the 2024-2025 season, Coach Juckem led Wash U to a 23-7 record and the team advanced to the NCAA Division III national semi-final.
This is the second presentation of our 3-part educational series of Zoom Presentations this summer. We will feature Small College Basketball coaches from across the country presenting the offensive, defensive and cultural philosophies that drive their success.
Today Coach Juckem presents live, “Strategies for Improving your Team’s Offensive Efficiency”.
The Small College Basketball Summer Education Series is live on Zoom and offered free - there is no charge to register or to attend each presentation. Coaches from all levels are encouraged to attend, take notes, ask questions and share their thoughts with some of the brightest minds in our game!
Zoom links and registration can be found on our website:
Mark your calendars for an outstanding opportunity to enhance your coaching and learn from the brightest minds in Small College Basketball at the NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA levels.
TJ Rosene: 5-Pillars to Leading a Successful Team
Season 4 · Episode 16
Saturday, June 7, 2025 • Duration 56:44
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners will hear a presentation from 3x National Champion and 2x Conference Carolinas Coach Of the Year, TJ Rosene. Coach Rosene is kicking off the start of the Small College Basketball Summer Series. This 3-part educational series of Zoom Presentations will feature Small College Basketball coaches from across the country presenting the offensive, defensive and cultural philosophies that drive their success.
Today Coach Rosene presents live, the “5 Pillars of Leading a Successful Team.”
The Small College Basketball Summer Education Series is live on Zoom and offered free - there is no charge to register or to attend each presentation. Coaches from all levels are encouraged to attend, take notes, ask questions and share their thoughts with some of the brightest minds in our game!
Zoom links and registration can be found on our website:
Mark your calendars for an outstanding opportunity to enhance your coaching and learn from the brightest minds in Small College Basketball at the NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA levels.
The 2025 Small College Basketball Award winners can be found here...
The Small College Basketball Podcast has been named #8 of the "Top 30 College Basketball Podcasts" by Feedspot.... and the 61st best College Basketball Podcast by
"REBOUND" and Yeshiva University Men's Basketball
Season 4 · Episode 15
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 • Duration 26:50
In today’s episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners will hear host Chris Cottrell interview Coach Elliot Steinmetz, from NCAA Division III Yeshiva University discuss “REBOUND" - a documentary currently airing on Fox Nation that followed the 2023-2024 Yeshiva University men’s basketball team following the October 7, 2023 terrorist attacks on Israel.
Cottrell and Steinmetz discuss the attacks and their impact on the campus community and men's basketball team at Yeshiva University. They also discuss the decision to make the documentary, continue playing the season and the team’s foreign trip to Israel.
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For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
The Small College Basketball Podcast has been named #8 of the "Top 30 College Basketball Podcasts" by Feedspot.... and the 61st best College Basketball Podcast by Million Podcasts.
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
The Small College Basketball Podcast has been named #8 of the "Top 30 College Basketball Podcasts" by Feedspot.... and the 61st best College Basketball Podcast by Million Podcasts.
For more information on today’s episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com
For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men’s Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops
