Best George Gerbo Podcasts (2024)

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Bleav in Terps: Maryland Football crushes UConn 50-7 w/ Washington Times reporter George Gerbo + Drafting Fall Maryland athletes 56:57

2h ago56:57

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Bleav in Terps: On the pilot episode of "Bleav in Terps" Nate Schwartz, Jonas Evans, and Brandon Schwartzberg are joined by George Gerbo from the Washington Times to discuss Maryland's dominant win over UConn in College Park on Saturday. We finish with a draft of one player to watch from each fall sport this season. Presented by betonline.ag!…

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UMBC guard Ace Valentine is one of the breakout candidates to watch in the America East Conference 36:30

9m ago36:30

36:30

As a freshman, UMBC guard Ace Valentine started 21 of 32 games and averaged 6.3 points, 3.7 rebounds, 2.7 assists, and .9 steals. Valentine is a 6'3, two-way guard that should be one of the breakout players to watch in the America East Conference. He talks about what he's worked on this summer, how his role will expand as a sophomore, having "unfin…

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Manhattan guard and DeMatha alum Jaden Winston became an impact player from Day 1 for Manhattan 28:09

3h ago28:09

28:09

Jaden Winston played nearly 35 minutes per game as a freshman at Manhattan, averaging 9.3 points, 3.9 rebounds, 5 assists, and 2.2 steals. On this episode, he talks about his responsibilities as a point guard, his commitment to the defensive end of the floor, helping turn things around after a 7-23 season, and his relationship with his coaches and …

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Harvard forward and DMV native Thomas Batties II on trying to help Harvard take back the Ivy League 44:36

10d ago44:36

44:36

In his freshman season at Harvard, DMV native and Gonzaga High School alum Thomas Batties II averaged 6.8 points and 4.2 rebounds per game. The versatile forward looks ready to step into a more active role on and off the court for Harvard this season. He talks about his decision to stay at Harvard, his relationship with his head coach and fellow DM…

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Breaking Down CFB Top 25, Talking NFL Drama Entering Season 1:37:05

24h ago1:37:05

1:37:05

With football season in the air, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo are gearing up for the fall on the latest episode of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show. Mike and George sttart out by discussing the preseaosn college football top 25, talking which teams got snubbed (hint: West Virginia), which teams are overrated and teams to w…

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George Washington guard Jacoi Hutchinson looks ready for a big season in the A10 28:18

2h ago28:18

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George Washington guard and DMV native Jacoi Hutchinson had a strong freshman season averaging 7.3 points, 2.9 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 1 steal. He looks ready to make a big jump in Year 2 so he joins the pod to talk about his decision to return to GW, what he's been working on this summer, how his role may evolve this season, and what we can exp…

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McDonogh and Team Thrill forward Rob Fields on his college recruitment 30:57

40m ago30:57

30:57

Class of '25 3-star forward Rob Fields (@therobertfields) was the leading rebounder for UAA Finals champion Team Thrill and is heading into his senior season at McDonogh. Rob recently narrowed his list down to 9 schools (Texas State, UMBC, American, Fairfield, Wofford, Albany, Binghamton, Quinnipiac, Purdue Fort Wayne) so he joins the show to talk …

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Virginia Native Lauren Coughlin's Career Year Has Her Primed For Solheim Cup Spot 8:38

10d ago8:38

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After her first-ever top-ten finishes at a major and the CP Women's Open title, Lauren Coughlin’s career-year has set her up for a likely spot on the U.S. Solheim Cup team in her backyard next month. The Washington Times' George Gerbo sits down with Coughlin at Solheim Cup host Robert Trent Jones Golf Club in Gainesville, Virginia, to discuss her r…

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George Washington do-it-all wing Darren Buchanan Jr. on returning to GW and growing his game 29:13

29d ago29:13

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Darren Buchanan Jr. averaged 15.6 points, 6.6 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 1.3 steals as a freshman at George Washington last season. The pro prospect seems poised for a big Year 2. He talks about how last year was for him, what he's been working on, taking on more of a leadership role, his relationship with teammates and coaches, hosting his first y…

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Bullis guard Adrien Stevens on what it's like being recruited by Power 5 college basketball teams 36:20

1M ago36:20

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Bullis School guard Adrien Stevens is a top-100 player in the 2025 high school class. The 6-4, 195-pound four-star holds over 25 D1 offers and recently cut his list down to 6: Tennessee, Marquette, Villanova, Georgetown, Florida State, Notre Dame. We discuss his game, his recruitment, what he's looking for in a school and a coaching staff, and much…

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Paul Skenes' Greatness, USA Basketball Drama 1:39:30

2M ago1:39:30

1:39:30

This episode of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show is about history and drama. Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo open up the show discussing Paul Skenes' greatness and putting it into context with where the Pittsburgh Pirates ace's rookie season ranks among the best in MLB history. They then get into the drama. Mike delivers an e…

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George Mason guard Darius Maddox 31:09

2M ago31:09

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George Mason guard & DMV native Darius Maddox joins Matt Modderno to discuss what Year 1 in the Mason program was like, his decision to return for another year, what his offseason workouts were like, & thoughts on next year's Mason team. Darius averaged 14 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.8 assists on 41.4% 3pt shooting last season and looks primed for …

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American University assistant coach & 2005 NCAA Champion Jackie Manuel 47:27

2M ago47:27

47:27

As an American University assistant coach and NCAA Champion at North Carolina, Jackie Manuel is able to offer several really insightful perspectives on college basketball. In this episode, Manuel shares what drew him to AU, when he knew he wanted to get into coaching, getting on the court and still playing today, his role as a coach, and helping yo…

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Recapping Maryland Basketball's offseason with Ben Dickson of InsideMDSports.com 35:42

2M ago35:42

35:42

Ben Dickson (@Bendickson__) of 247's InsideMDSports.com and Newsday Sports joins Matt Modderno on Bleav in DMV Hoops this week. They break down all of the roster additions, both via high school recruiting and the transfer portal, and give Terps fans an idea of what to expect next season! Presented by betonline.ag! 1:30 - Key departures and key addi…

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Washington Spirit Break Attendance Record Amid Hot Start to 2024 Season 22:23

3M ago22:23

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The Washington Spirit lead the NWSL in wins and are undefeated in their last five matches, including setting a club single-game attendance record. Michael Minnich of the Washington Spirit broadcast team joins the District of Sports podcast to discuss the scene at Audi Field after 19,897 saw the Spirit draw with the San Diego Wave after sensational …

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American University star forward Matt Rogers on returning for a 5th season 35:47

3M ago35:47

35:47

American University forward Matt Rogers returns to the show to talk about his decision to return to AU for a 5th season. Roger is a true student athlete and talks about how the AU education, the program's family atmosphere, and their unfinished business from last season all led to his decision to run it back. We talk about the influence of head coa…

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Former Maryland center and current overseas pro Damonte Dodd 1:16:05

3M ago1:16:05

1:16:05

On this week's Bleav in DMV Hoops, Maryland Basketball alum Damonte Dodd joins to talk about his years at Maryland ('13-'17) and now his multi-year professional career overseas. Dodd shares some great stories about playing for Mark Turgeon, playing alongside guys like Melo Trimble and Jake Layman, their NCAA Tournament runs, putting in work over th…

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No Pressure, No Diamonds (NBA Finals, Stanley Cup Final Preview, More) 1:52:56

3M ago1:52:56

1:52:56

As two champions are about to be crowned, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and Greorge "the Howitzer" Gerbo make their predctions and break down all of the intruguing storylines surrounding the NBA Finals and the NHL's Stanley Cup Final. How much pressure is on Joe Mazzulla, Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics to finish the job? Are too many people discred…

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Old Dominion wing Robert Davis Jr. 49:02

3M ago49:02

49:02

Robert Davis Jr. is a sharpshooting wing that transferred to Old Dominion this Spring after spending his freshman season at UMass. He's primed for a breakout season this year and he walks us through what life is like for college athletes who enter the transfer portal. If you've ever been curious about that experience, you'll want to hear Robert's i…

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NBA Draft prospects playing in the DMV 1:14:09

4M ago1:14:09

1:14:09

With the NBA Draft Lottery coming up this Sunday, we thought a re-run of the most interesting NBA Draft prospects in the DMV might be timely. In this episode, which originally aired on March 2nd, Matt Modderno and Nick Kalinowski (@kalidrafts) covered NBA draft prospects who are currently playing at schools in the greater DMV area. We break down th…

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Live or Die with Your Decision (NFL Draft Recap, NBA, NHL Playoff Talk) 1:53:57

4M ago1:53:57

1:53:57

In the aftermath of the NFL Draft and in the midst of both the NBA and NHL postseasons, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo discuss the most interesting recent sports topics. They talk a new era in Pittsburgh, confusing draft decisions by the Falcons and Bills and which other NFL franchises have been making news one way or anot…

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Mount St. Mary's new head coach Donny Lind 34:03

4M ago34:03

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0:00 - Intro 0:42 - Why Mount St. Mary’s? 3:50 - The appeal of recruiting within the DMV 5:32 - Sales pitch for Mount basketball 6:31 - Lind’s coaching style & influences 9:20 - What to expect from Lind’s teams 10:58 - Impact of extra possessions 12:03 - OKGs: Who is Coach Lind’s ‘kind of guy’? 14:23 - Personalizing & building relationships with pl…

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Liberty wing and NBA Draft prospect Kyle Rode 36:22

4M ago36:22

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0:00 - Intro 1:21 - Rode on his master’s degree & Liberty education 2:07 - Kyle’s takeaways & experience at the Portsmouth Invitational Tournament 10:40 - Transitioning from the college 3pt line to the NBA line 12:02 - Communication with NBA scouts and execs 13:12 - What role can Rode play on an NBA team? 14:27 - Developing his passing abilities 15…

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Old Dominion head coach Mike Jones 41:41

4M ago41:41

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0:00 - Intro 0:25 - ODU head coach Mike Jones’ accolades 1:09 - What’s it like to see former players play at higher levels? 2:36 - From playing to coaching at ODU 4:37 - Chasing the dream of being a college coach 6:31 - Jones’ time at Virginia Tech 7:56 - What can ODU fans expect to see out of Coach Jones and his teams? 9:47 - Game plan for 2024-25…

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George Washington season recap and offseason preview 49:08

5M ago49:08

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George Washington Men's Basketball started off the year hot and then struggled later in conference play. What happened? GW Insiders Liam O'Murchu (@liam_0__) and David Korn (@David_Korn4) joins the podcast this week to discuss what worked and what didn't for GW this season. We also cover transfer portal activity, who to build their team around for …

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Seize the Day (Stefon Diggs Trade, MBB/WBB Final Fours) 1:01:54

5M ago1:01:54

1:01:54

On this episode of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show, the madness is continuing into April and a big trade might change the landscape of the NFL. Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti and George “the Howitzer” Gerbo discuss the impact of the Bills trading Stefon Diggs to the Texans. They debate what this now means for both Buffalo and Houston. With the Final Four …

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American University head coach Duane Simpkins 45:01

5M ago45:01

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American University head coach Duane Simpkins joins the podcast this week. Simpkins provided his perspective on how American's season went, having some key players returning for next year, bringing out the best in his players, and the type of program he wants to build and style of play he wants to implement. He also talks about playing at the Unive…

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Maryland season recap & transfer portal breakdown 47:26

5M ago47:26

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0:00 - Intro 1:12 - Maryland-Rutgers takeaways 3:55 - Maryland-Wisconsin takeaways 4:52 - DeShawn Harris-Smith predictions 6:50 - Shooting struggles 9:02 - Season overview: Team or Willard? 13:10 - Derik Queen’s potential impact on Reese 15:52 - DHS’s capability as a facilitator 19:30 - Terp exits 29:07 - Front court transformations 34:30 - Latest …

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Maryland Basketball season recap & BIG10 Tournament preview 44:32

6M ago44:32

44:32

Current Terps Jonas Evans, Brandon Schwartzberg, and Nathan Schwartz cover all things Maryland basketball! Topics: Northwestern and Indiana game recaps, Penn State preview, Big10 Tournament preview, evaluating the freshman, Kevin Willard's performance, coaching staff turnover, and what it would take for the Terps to make a tournament run. Presented…

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Some Things Will Never Change 2:17:55

6M ago2:17:55

2:17:55

With the madness upon us and the sports calendar hearing up, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo debate some of the most talked about sports topics of the day. They discuss if there's hope to fix the NBA All-Star Game and Slam Dunk Contest, if the new format to the College Football Playoff is more fair and what the Bears should…

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American University's do-it-all forward Lincoln Ball 36:57

7M ago36:57

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Lincoln Ball is a senior forward for American University and is currently averaging 4.3 points, 6 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and .8 steals. Ball's stats may not jump off the screen but he routinely makes timely shots, grabs clutch rebounds, and can switch onto multiple opponents whenever the situation calls for that. He's the quintessential player whos…

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George Mason guard and lockdown defender Jared Billups 17:44

7M ago17:44

17:44

George Mason guard Jared Billups (@jaredbillups1_) joins the show. Billups, a Waldorf native, is averaging 5 points, 4.2 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and .8 steals but his impact goes far beyond the box score. He fills us in on what it's like to take on the toughest offensive match-ups on the perimeter, making life tough on opponents, providing leadershi…

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George Mason's Keyshawn "Big Guard" Hall from 11/28/2023 32:21

6M ago32:21

32:21

In honor of George Mason guard / forward Keyshawn Hall's 20 point, 12 rebound, 2 block game against local rival GW, we are re-running our conversation with him from 11/28/2023. Make sure to check it out if you didn't the first time! Hall went from not having any D1 offers out of high school and recently lost 60 pounds to now he's excelling in colle…

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U.S. Solheim Cup Captain Stacy Lewis on preparing for this year's tournament in Northern Virginia 12:18

7M ago12:18

12:18

The Solheim Cup, the most prestigious team competition in women’s golf, is coming this year to the Robert Trent Jones Golf Club in Northern Virginia, and even though it's still seven months away, Team USA Captain Stacy Lewis is hard at work. The Washington Times' George Gerbo sat down with Lewis on a recent visit to the club to find out what goes i…

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Mount St. Mary's star guard Dakota Leffew 20:07

7M ago20:07

20:07

Mount St. Mary's guard Dakota Leffew joins the show this week. Leffew is averaging 17.6 points, 3.6 rebounds, 4 assists, and 1.5 steals this year. We talk about his individual performance, being at the top of opposing team's scouting reports, how Mount St. Mary's (MSM) can bounce back from a tough stretch recently, how he helps his younger teammate…

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New NFL Coaching Landscape, Doc Rivers Steals Bucks Job 2:05:17

7M ago2:05:17

2:05:17

With the new year in full swing and already producing major news, the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show is back with its first show in 2024. Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo discuss the changing NFL coaching landscape and what it means for the future of some franchises. Why does Jim Harbaugh to the Chargers make so much sense? Will…

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Bryant University's do-it-all wing and DMV native Earl Timberlake 23:55

8M ago23:55

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Earl Timberlake is currently averaging 13.3 points, 8.9 rebounds, 4.4 assists, 1.4 steals, and 1.4 blocks for 11-7 Bryant University. The team is currently 3-0 in conference play and Timberlake's versatility and unselfishness is a large reason why. He talks about playing for new head coach Phil Martelli Jr., their style of play, what makes their te…

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George Mason forward and DMV native Woody Newton 24:23

9M ago24:23

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George Mason forward Woody Newton is averaging 7 points, 3.6 rebounds, .8 steals, and .8 blocks for the 8-2 Patriots. He's also shooting and insane 63.6% from three right now, which leads the country. Newton impacts the game on-court with his floor-spacing, defense, and versatility but he also makes a positive impact with his attitude and joy for t…

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Controversy Creates Cash (CFP Chaos, MLB Hot-Stove) 1:43:49

9M ago1:43:49

1:43:49

As the dust and chaos of the final College Football Playoff rankings begins to settle, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" tackle every aspect of what the committee got wrong and what they actually got right. What's the real reason Alabama ended up getting in? What scenarios would have actuall led to Florida State being in the playof…

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A10 Player of the year candidate & George Washington guard James Bishop IV 21:03

9M ago21:03

21:03

James Bishop IV is a 5th-year guard for the 7-2 George Washington Revolutionaries men's basketball team. He's currently averaging 19.8 points, 3.1 rebounds, 4.9 assists, and making 38.6% of his threes. He talks through the teams exciting win against Navy on Tuesday, what the vibe is like with this year's team, playing for coach Chris Caputo, how he…

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George Mason's Keyshawn "Big Guard" Hall 30:17

9M ago30:17

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Keyshawn Hall of George Mason Men's Basketball is currently averaging 17.7 points, 10.8 rebounds, 2.2 assists, and 1 steal for the 5-1 Patriots. He was recently named A10 Co-Player of the Week for his performance, including a game-winner in a 73-71 win over South Dakota State. Hall went from not having any D1 offers out of high school and recently …

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Giving Thanks for Food and Football 2:27:38

10M ago2:27:38

2:27:38

On this holiday edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo gives thanks for plenty to talk about in one of the most active times on the sports calendar. The meat of this show covers the current College Football Playoff Rankings and then also tackles some other topics like the perception of Ja…

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George Washington wing Garrett Johnson on battling a tumor to get back on the court and help GW to a 3-0 start 22:42

9M ago22:42

22:42

George Washington wing and DMV native Garrett Johnson missed two years of college basketball while battling with a rare tumor in his hip. He endured multiple 9-hour surgeries and 9 rounds of chemo to be able to get back on the court and he's off to a great start to the season. GW is 3-0 and Johnson is a big reason why, averaging 17 points and 7.7 r…

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Gonzaga College High School guard Blake Harper on his commitment to Howard University Men's Basketball 29:27

10M ago29:27

29:27

Gonzaga College HS guard Blake Harper joins the podcast to tell us about the recruitment process and his recent commitment to Howard University. Blake walks us through what his recruitment was like, his official visit to Howard, interacting with the coaches, and why Howard ended up being the right fit for him. If you've ever wondered what it's like…

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Previewing Maryland's trip to the Asheville Championship with Brian Rauf of Heat Check CBB 32:34

10M ago32:34

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Brian Rauf covers college basketball for Heat CBB and co-hosts the Heat Check Hangout. He joins the podcast to discuss the Asheville Championship which will feature Maryland, Davidson, Clemson, and UAB this weekend. Maryland plays Davidson on Friday, 11/10, at 7pm EST and Clemson plays UAB on Friday at 930pm. The winners and losers of each then pla…

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Maryland and Penn State: The "Rivalry" That's Not a Rivalry 23:47

10M ago23:47

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After a 5-0 September, Maryland has dropped three-straight games. Now, here comes November, which starts with the Terps hosting No. 9 Penn State. The Washington Times' George Gerbo is joined by Joe Smeltzer of Nittany Sports Now to gauge the view of the matchup from Penn State's side, talk about the relationship between head coaches Mike Locksley a…

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James Madison University head coach Mark Byington 37:28

10M ago37:28

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Mark Byington, the head coach of James Madison University men's basketball, joins the show this week. We discuss his own playing career, learning from a legend like Bobby Cremins, completely turning around a program like Georgia Southern, and building a high-end program at James Madison. Coach Byington talks about his goals for the program, buildin…

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Maryland freshmen, Derik Queen's recruitment, DMV recruits and more with Tobias Bass of The Athletic 53:22

10M ago53:22

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Tobias Bass (@tobias_bass), college basketball recruiting insider and writer for The Athletic, joins the podcast to discuss Maryland freshmen DeShawn Harris-Smith, Jamie Kaiser, and Jahnathan Lamothe and how they can make an impact for Maryland this season. We also cover the recruitment of Derik Queen and Efeosa Oliogu and what their commitment wou…

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It's All About Perception 1:55:50

10M ago1:55:50

1:55:50

On this episode of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo discuss every angle of the Michigan scandal. They talk what it will mean for this season, its impact on a potential national title, how it compares to other similar scnadals throughout sports history and so much more. They then talked the sta…

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