Splash City Basketball Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

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Splash City Basketball Podcast

Steve Hartman

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Frequency: 1 episode/5d. Total Eps: 26

Splash City is your go-to basketball podcast, diving deep into all the basketball that matters in Minnesota and the Upper Midwest. From tactical breakdowns and recruiting news to live game commentary, we cover it all from the land of 10,000 lakes.

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Travarus Bennett Talks Defense & Determination PLUS MN Teams of the Week

Episode 26

Monday, January 26, 2026 • Duration 59:14

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Host Steve Hartman opens this episode talking about the rough couple of weeks for the Minnesota Timberwolves and Minnesota Golden Gophers.

Then Steve talks with Travarus Bennett, former Golden Gopher and 2002 Big Ten co-Defensive Player of the Year, about his path from high school basketball in Mississippi to Minnesota to playing professionally overseas. Bennett talks about what made him into a great defensive player, tips for youth players, and how he translates his defensive toughness into the Totino-Grace Eagles girls basketball team as they get healthy and gel at the right time of year.

Finally, Steve breaks down his Minnesota boys high school, NSIC, & MIAC teams of the week.

It's a full episode with lots of fun, laughs and hopefully some tips on great defense!

Listen on Spotify, Apple or YouTube. Follow Splash City Basketball Podcast on Instagram, Facebook and Bluesky.

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Former Badger Jared Berggren on Badgers/Gophers Rivalry, NIL, Euro Ball, Training & much more!

Episode 25

Thursday, January 15, 2026 • Duration 34:21

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In this episode, we break down an electric finish in one of the most intense rivalries in college sports following Tuesday's heart-stopping Wisconsin vs. Minnesota clash. Host Steve Hartman is joined by Princeton, MN native and Wisconsin Badgers All-Big Ten Forward Jared Berggren. We take you inside Williams Arena to relive the intensity of the most recent Border Battle, and Jared shares how much it means to Minnesotans wearing the red and white to win in their home state.

Jared opens up about his journey from a developmental freshman to a Second-Team All-Big Ten leader, offering a unique perspective on how the modern era of NIL and the transfer portal is shifting the traditional "growth" model of college hoops. We also travel overseas to explore Jared’s six-year pro grind in Europe and Japan, diving into the viral debate sparked by Steve Nash regarding the U.S. "pay-to-play" model versus the fundamental-heavy European club system.

Finally, we look at Jared’s new mission with Catalyst Training. Discover the "Catalyst Philosophy," why footwork is the non-negotiable foundation for every player, and how detail-oriented reps are the key to mastering the craft. Whether you're a player, coach, or fan, this episode is a masterclass in the long game of basketball.

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St. Francis' Kyle Waterworth on Coaching and Family in Basketball

Episode 24

Monday, January 12, 2026 • Duration 45:14

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In this episode, host Steve Hartman welcomes St. Francis High School girls basketball coach Kyle Waterworth. The two discuss Kyle's transition from coaching boys to girls basketball, driven by his desire to watch his daughters play. He outlines the similarities and differences between coaching genders and emphasizes communication early, being able to have difficult conversations that positively impact players, coaches and the team.

They also cover the team's performance so far, and upcoming key games. They tackle the issue of high coaching turnover in girls' sports. Kyle also talks about the importance of multi-sport participation for athletes and addresses the decline in girls' basketball participation due to other activities.

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CBB Surprises, Disappointments & Latest Top 10

Episode 23

Thursday, January 8, 2026 • Duration 22:20

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In this episode, Steve talks the Wolves latest in over Miami and Rudy Gobert's monster impact.

But the main topic is an exciting night in college basketball. Near upsets for Michigan and Kansas, Florida gets right, and Houston survives Texas Tech.

Finally, a high school roundup of some surprising results in MN boys basketball.

It's all in the Splash City Basketball podcast!

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How Officiating & Perspective Redefined Matt Askegaard PLUS Teams of the Week

Episode 22

Monday, January 5, 2026 • Duration 51:53

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This week, Steve Hartman is joined by long-time friend, coach, former official and a pillar of the Minnesota basketball community, Barnesville Trojans Head Boys Coach Matt Askegaard. With a resume that includes head coaching stints for both boys and girls programs—plus years of experience as a college and high school official—Matt brings a unique perspective to the game. We discuss how officiating, and a few books, changed his coaching philosophy, the lessons learned through parenthood, and how his Trojans are gearing up for a tough Heart O' Lakes conference stretch after their HLWW Invitational title.

Plus, Steve breaks down a massive week for the Wolves, the Gophers, and his Teams of the Week in Minnesota high school, NSIC and MIAC action.

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Holiday (Hoops) Wishlists PLUS Final College Top 10 of 2025

Episode 21

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 • Duration 16:35

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In this special Christmas Eve edition of the Splash City Basketball podcast, Steve lists out his 4 items on the basketball wishlist as well as shares some wishes from listeners.

Steve finishes the year with the final men's college basketball top 10 poll of the year. Some shake-ups in the final poll.

Thanks for listening throughout 2025!

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Happy holidays everyone!

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Kevin McKenzie, Head Coach of the Eagan Wildcats PLUS Teams of the Week

Episode 20

Monday, December 22, 2025 • Duration 38:20

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Is defense still the secret to winning in the shot-clock era? This episode of the Splash City Basketball Podcast goes inside the huddle with Kevin McKenzie, head coach of the 4A #7 ranked Eagan Wildcats. Coach McKenzie breaks down what makes his defensive system so effective, holding opponents to just 47 points per game so far. McKenzie shares what it meant to the Eagan community to finally snap a 15-year drought against powerhouse Lakeville North. We also discuss the unique dynamic of coaching his son, Michael, during this historic 6-0 start.

After our deep dive into the South Suburban Conference, we sprint through our Teams of the Week across all four classes:

Class A: The undefeated Rothsay Tigers and Karson Jensen’s 1,000-point milestone.
Class AA: The #1 ranked Goodhue squad as they prepare for a massive Hiawatha Valley showdown.
Class AAA: The dominant Totino-Grace and their recent tear through Class 4A giants.
Class AAAA: Maple Grove following a perfect 3-0 week against top-tier competition.

We wrap things up by heading to the college hardwood to highlight Gustavus’s first win at St. John's in over a decade and Jakob Braaten’s historic turn as the D2 National Player of the Week for Southwest Minnesota State.

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Dec 18, 2025: Timberwolves Mid-Year Review with Andrew Dukowitz

Episode 19

Friday, December 19, 2025 • Duration 01:10:07

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One-third of the way through 2025, the Minnesota Timberwolves are right in the thick of a crowded West. Steve Hartman and Andrew Dukowitz (The Missing Wolves Podcast and ZoneCoverage.com) break down the biggest surprises of the year, the evolution of Jaden McDaniels, and why Rudy Gobert remains the most polarizing (yet essential) piece of the puzzle.

1:39 Andrew Dukowitz joins and shares his journey into the world of basketball and media

8:46 KG is officially back as part of the Timberwolves organization

14:00 How the 2025-26 team is living up to expectations

24:42 How pace plays a role in the team's and individual success

30:07 The Wolves bench players and their importance

42:22 What has been the biggest difference in Jaden McDaniels' offense

48:35 The polarization of Rudy Gobert: The metrics tell one story, but the eye test tells another one

57:00 Steve and Andrew discuss the upcoming stretch of games vs Oklahoma City, Milwaukee Bucks, New York Knicks, and Denver Nuggets

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Dec 12, 2025: Weekend Primer of NBA Cup, Timberwolves and more

Episode 18

Friday, December 12, 2025 • Duration 14:27

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Steve gets you ready for the weekend of basketball.

NBA Cup semi-finals taking place in Las Vegas. Can anyone slow down the Thunder and will we see an NBA Finals preview?

The Timberwolves have an important weekend ahead at Golden State and home versus the Sacramento Kings. Yes, the Kings...again.

Interesting college games in the Big Ten, SEC and Big 12. Also, mid-major teams looking to make a statement before heading into conference play.

Finally, Steve covers the best Minnesota high school games happening this weekend.

It's all here for you at Splash City Basketball Podcast!

Find us on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and listen Spotify and Apple.

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Dec 7, 2025: McDaniels' Breakout & Wolves' Surge | Big Stage Classic Takeaways

Episode 17

Monday, December 8, 2025 • Duration 28:18

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The Minnesota Timberwolves are climbing the standings, but the biggest story might be their rising two-way star. Host Steve Hartman dives deep into Jaden McDaniels' massive breakout, revealing how he went from a defensive stopper to one of the most efficient shooters in the league, currently ranking 3rd in the entire NBA in 3-Point Percentage!

We break down the Wolves' five-game winning streak—including the gutsy home win over the Clippers—and discuss how J-Mac's scoring is transforming the team's ceiling.

Then, we hit the hardwood for a rapid-fire review:

College Hoops Chaos: Niko Medved notches his first Big Ten win as coach of the Minnesota Golden Gophers, beating #22 Indiana. Steve also breaks down the stunning 81-58 blowout of No. 1 Purdue by Iowa State, Duke's tough road win
High School Spotlight: Steve shares his detailed takeaways from the Breakdown Big Stage Classic at Hopkins, highlighting impressive teams like Richfield and Orono, and the must-see performance from NDSU commit Max Iversen.

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