THE definitive Loyola University Chicago Ramblers fan podcast. The entertaining 2 Ramblers podcast with middle aged guys talking Rambler hoops from a very different perspective. Dobber is the host with the jokes and Sammy D. is the analyst with the attention to detail. Listen as they breakdown the '23-'24 Men's Basketball season. The road to March Madness starts here.
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068 - It's So Hard To Say Good-Bye (Season Finale)
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We'll take with us the memories of 23-24 Ramblers to be our sunshine after the rain. We didn't like how the season ended to Bradley (74-62) but there is a lot to celebrate. Worst to first baby! On this episode, the 2 Ramblers give away some season awards, share the bits of the year, and celebrate the Ramblers leaving. For the last time this season.…
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067 - The Post Season Is Here... Bradley Here We Come
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On this episode, the 2 Ramblers kvetch about the St. Bonnie's game in Brooklyn then look ahead to our Bradley match-up. Excited to see Braden, Phil, Tom, and Co. extend their Rambler career. Another silver lining to the NIT bid for the Ramblers is at least one more podcast this season. #1 in the Atlantic 10.…
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066 - A10 Champs in Our Second Year
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This week the Ramblers close out the season with two double-digit wins to secure a championship and the #2 seed in the A10 tournament. In this episode we discuss our road dog win vs. Davidson (69-59) and the home finale vs. La Salle (64-54.) It was a Miles Rubin block party in both games and senior night was nothing but scarves, beers, and tears. #…
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It's Monday and it's time for the 2 Ramblers. On this episode, we talk about epic Dayton home win and the road loss to St. Effin' Bonaventure. We check into the Dave from Talkin 'Blers late night Twitter Spaces. We break down both games and give away some awards. It's a lot of laughs. #1 in the Atlantic 10.…
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064 - Ramblers Destroy Mason / Women Beat Dayton On Senior Day
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2 games in less than 24 hours. And Dobber went to both! First the beat down of George Mason (80-59) followed by the Senior Day win by Ramblers WBB against Dayton (64-61.) In this episode we share plenty of sights, sounds, and shout outs. Dig in, it's a fun one. #1 in Atlantic 10.
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063 - It's a Great Time To Be A Rambler Fan
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It's the 2 Ramblers Podcast #63. On this episode, we discuss 2 more wins... including the season sweep of St. Joes (64-59) and the Roady win against Rhode Island (77-67.) Plenty of Dame Time talk, we rip on the stupid NET/Ken Pom metrics, and we look forward to the next few weeks of conference play. #1 in the Atlantic 10.…
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The 2 Ramblers celebrate 2 big wins in the DMV against George Mason (85-79) and George Washington (81-73.) We discuss Jimmy P, Sheldon's Big Game, and the return of Dame Time. It's lot of laughs. #1 in the Atlantic 10
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061 - Des Watson: The Man of the Elite
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Celebrate a great Rambler home win (76-63) against the Davidson Wildcats with a super-sized 2 Ramblers podcast. In the episode we discuss Des Watson's big day against his former team, the outstanding bench play, and the electric atmosphere at the Gentile. As always give out some awards, have some laughs, and Dobber tells stories. #1 in the Atlantic…
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060 - Ramblers Sweep Billikens on "Old Guy Pizza Night"
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Sammy D was in town this week so you know we had to drop a 2 Ramblers podcast. On the show we talk about the VCU road loss (74-67) and the sweep of St. Louis at home (77-62.) Sam describes his run in with an eager VCU fan, Dobber dreams of becoming the Wolf Pack DJ, and we give away some awards. #1 in the Atlantic 10.…
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059 - Breakfast Club Edition (Umass/Fordham)
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Wake up! The 2 Ramblers join the Breakfast Club this week and are getting our reps in early. First we discuss the nail-biting UMass home win (79-78.) Then we discuss the road dawg victory against Fordham in the Bronx (65-61.) Plenty of banter, a soap box, an apology to Scott Sudikoff, and of course some player awards, including our first ever "Donk…
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058 - The SJU Hawk Cries Cheeze-Wiz Tears
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What a week for Ramblers' A10 basketball! We had a heartbreak loss to Richmond (58-56) after a defensive battle. Then an epic road dawg victory on Hawk Hill over St. Joes (78-75.) The 2 Ramblers are here for it with a chip on their shoulder. Family on 3. 1-2-3 FAMILY!
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057 - The Rambler Revenge Tour (St. Louis/Duquesne)
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In this Super-sized podcast episode we revisit the roaddog victory against St. Louis (80-73) and the gritty win at home against Duquesne (72-67.) We discuss what a 2-0 conference start might mean for the rest of the season. And as always we give out some fan awards and drink just the right amount of bourbon. #1 in the Atlantic 10. Go Ramblers!…
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056 - Chippewas Get Throttled & Porkchop Closes
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Happy New Year Rambler fans! We're back with the sights and sounds of Rambler Nation. On this episode, we talk about the last non-con against Central Michigan and the quintessential Rambler win we have been waiting for (73-35.) We discuss the untimely demise of Porkchop, give out some awards, a look ahead to the conference schedule. #1 in the A10. …
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055 - A Very Special 2 Ramblers Christmas
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Bonus holiday episode: the 2 Ramblers discuss Twitter hysteria, Charleston Southern, and Dame Adelekun. We then turn our attention to the inspired play of the Loyola Women's basketball team. Merry Christmas and go Ramblers.
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054 - The Voice of Loyola Men's Basketball - Alex Sotiropoulos
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On this week's episode the 2 Ramblers welcome Alex Sotiropoulo, the PA Announcer for Loyola Men's Basketball. Alex gives us a behind the scenes look at game day from his perspective. Also in this episode we discuss our road loss to SFU Bulls (77-64) and the inspired play of Philip "Manimal" Alston. Merry Christmas and Go Ramblers!…
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On the episode the 2 Ramblers react to a tough road loss to the Tulsa Golden Hurricanes (88-77) and a blow out win at home against the Goshen Maple Leafs (115-64.) The story of both games is the rising play of guard Jayden Dawson (JD) and career-high 26 pts at Tulsa and 14pts against Goshen. As always we give out some awards and look ahead to our m…
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052 - 3 Wins In A Row / Gotta Check The KenPom
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The 2 Ramblers present a supersized episode with reactions from this week. First the trap game we won against Chicago State (62-53.) Then the beatdown of Harvard (75-53.) Along the way we give away some awards and debut our new song parody, Gotta Check The KenPom. Go Ramblers!
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On this episode the 2 Ramblers discuss the Thanksgiving HOF Classic including a tough loss to #8 Creighton (65-88) and a big win against BC (71-68.) Also on the show, we introduce a new game called 90s Callback and give out some awards. Go Ramblers!
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2 Ramblers are back with this week's action. We discuss the heartbreaker loss to UIC (72-67) and the not so pretty win over New Orleans (73-70.)
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049 - 2 Ramblers Got That Mwamba Mentality
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Regular season basketball is back and so are the 2 Ramblers. In this episode, we talk about games against EIU, and FAU. Other hot topics include: Barstool Sports, New Ramblers, and $11 Beers at the Gentile.
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Its season 3 of the entertaining 2 Ramblers podcast. On this episode Dobber and Sammy D look ahead to the 23-24 Loyola Men's Basketball season. Basketball is back baby and so are the 2 Ramblers. Let's gooooo!
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047 - The Year of Manimal and Benny Buckets (Finale)
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The 2 Ramblers put a bow on Loyola's first season in the Atlantic 10. On this episode, we welcome some "special guests" and the world premier of our Manimal tribute song. Topics discussed: The Most Improved Rambler Player with the Biggest Upside Biggest Disappointment This Season What we'll remember in 10 years of the 2022-23 season If we could add…
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046 - The Return of the Road Dawgs (Rhode Island, La Salle, and No Sleep 'til Brooklyn)
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The 2 Ramblers look at the positives of a 50/50 week. First we review the 2pt loss to Rhode Island (79-77.) Then turn to the gutsy road win over the La Salle Explorers (76-73.) Looking ahead to our first A 10 tournament, we answer 3 important questions: Do we belong in the A 10? Is Drew the right coach? Does Loyola Twitter need some new burner acco…
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045 - Fordham and St. Louis... What stage of grief are we on now?
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The 2 Ramblers are here to lighten your load as the season comes to a close. In this episode, we discuss how we beat ourselves in the Fordham game (71-69.) Then discuss the loss to St. Louis aka the Missouri Massacre (81-62.) Okay maybe it was not that bad. What stage of grief are we on now? Also on the show, we share the sight and sounds, give out…
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044 - UMass Road Dogs | Dog Poop Shooting Versus Dayton
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Join the 2 Ramblers as they break down this week's action live in Dobber's podcast studio. We discuss the road dog win against UMass (64-62.) Then turn to the disappointing Dayton game (65-49.) This game was Sammy's first game in Gentile Center since Bill Clinton was president. #90sCallback! He shares his sights and sounds of the game. We also give…
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043 - Braden Goes Off / St. Joe's Woes / Freshmen Shine in Richmond
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What a week! The 2 Ramblers break down all the action. First the Braden Norris career-high game in the loss to St. Joe's and their annoying mascot. Then to the road game at Richmond where all the starters got double-digits but fall short in the final 2 mins. We give out some rare player awards for the Rambler losses and are a visited by LU the Dark…
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042 - Ramblers Wake Up A10 with OT Game in Dayton and GMU Win at Home
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2 Ramblers are riding high after a great week of Rambler basketball. In this episode, we break down our first A10 trip to Dayton which ended with a narrow loss in OT (85-81.) Good news: Sammy D was not forced to sleep on the couch by his wife who is a Dayton Alumna. We then turn our sites to the George Mason win at home (69-61) and the return of th…
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041 - Ramblers Don't Deliver in Door Dash Game Against Dukes
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The 2 Ramblers unpack the Ramblers' second-half collapse against the Duquesne Dukes (58-72.) The game included 7-minute scoring draught and the now infamous "Door Dash" prank. One highlight was Phil Alston, returning to Western Penn for the first time since his portal transfer, with a season-high 25 points. Also on the show, LU the Dark Lord was "l…
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040 - The Return of Big Hutty and the First Rambler A10 Win
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In this episode, the 2 Ramblers celebrate the return of Big Hutty and our first A10 win over St. Bonaventure (67-55.) We also discuss the departure of Saint Thomas, "Wolfpack Jimmy" checks in, we break down the St. Louis game, and of course provide full coverage of the Bonnie Beat-down. What else would you expect from #1 Podcast in the Atlantic 10?…
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On this episode, the 2 Ramblers almost forget to talk about the A-10 losses to VCU and St. Joseph's. They're interrupted by a big fan, "Lu the Dark Lord." And Sammy D, ever the optimist, continues to look for the positives in this unexpected season. It's a lot of laughs. #1 Podcast in the Atlantic 10…
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038 - If there is no struggle there is no progress. (Davidson/GMU)
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After a rough conference start (0-3) the 2 Ramblers take a step back and look at the positives of this season. Yes there are positives! In this episode, you'll learn about "The Gap and the Gain" when it comes to measuring success. Dobber shares 10 positives about our program and our current season. Sammy D reviews the road trip to Davidson and Geor…
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037 - A10 Opener with GW and 60 seconds on Stanford
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2 Ramblers ring in the New Year will a quick breakdown of the last two games. Some highlights and lowlights- but always a lot of laughs. But what else would you expect from the #1 podcast in the A10?
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036 - Ramblers Clicking Just in Time for the A10 Season
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All-around great team play from the Ramblers who downed UAlbany 68-56 this week. Four Ramblers were in double-digits including a Double-Double from Manimal. On this episode we give you our take on the game with stories from Dobber and knowledge from Sammy D. #1 Podcast in the A-10.
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035 - Signature-Win Over Clemson / Get-Right Game Against Green Bay
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The Ramblers are on a roll this week after destroying Clemson and Green Bay by double digits. On the episode we bring back the fan favorite, 'Blerred Lines, Sammy D has technical difficulties, Uncle Jeffy writes in, and we give away a crap-ton of awards. Plenty to talk about... Manimal, Mr. Dependable, Braden, 'Quise, Benny Buckets, J.D. and more o…
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034 - Benny Buckets Goes Off On Central Arkansas / DePaul OT Heartbreaker
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On the 2 Ramblers this week we review the get-right win again Central Arkansas (85-70) and the OT heartbreaker against DePaul (72-78.) Plenty to talk about including the return of Braden Norris, Benny Buckets big night, and Sammy D. having to admit he was wrong about Tom Welch. This is a super shout-out episode, so if you met up with Dobber this we…
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On today's 2 Ramblers, we discuss the puzzling Harvard loss, World Cup, and this week's match-ups. Sammy D shares which he's more nervous for... USA vs. Iran or Loyola vs. DePaul. It's a lotta laughs.
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The 2 Ramblers regroup after a disappointing weekend Rambler showing at the Myrtle Beach Invitational. On this episode, Life Coach Dobber, shares some invaluable affirmations for troubled Rambler fans., we look at the positives, and look forward to the future. 2 Ramblers... the new #1 A10 Podcast.
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031 - Road Dogs Are Back: Winning Ugly at UIC
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The UIC Pavilion looked like Gentile South as the Ramblers snuffed out the Flames 70-63. It wasn't pretty but we got the W. In this episode we break down the game, give out some awards, and recap our mini road trip. It's a lot of laughs.
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030 - It Takes Two: Edwards and Welch Stun FDU
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The Ramblers kick off the season with an OT winner over the Fairleigh Dickinson Knights (88-82.) A hoarse-voiced Dobber, straight from the Gentile, recounts the opener and Sammy D brings the stats. Can you guess the JB Alberto's GIANT play of the game? I'll give you one guess. Go Ramblers!
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The 2 Ramblers are back. You know middle-aged guys talking Ramblers’ hoops from a very different perspective. In this exhibition podcast, Dobber and Sammy D, kick off the rust in tune-up for season 2. Topics discussed: The move to the A-10. Dobber tours the Lake Shore Campus. New faces on the Ramblers. Freshman round-up and more. A-10 Twitter get r…
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028 - Great season. One bad day. (Finale)
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When we started the 2 Ramblers we said that the road to March Madness started here. This was a bold statement at the time. Getting back to the tournament two seasons in a row for the first time in 50 years was not guaranteed. So even though we didn't like the outcome in Pittsburgh it was a great ride. And the tournament is better with Loyola in it.…
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027 - March Madness Preview with Matt "The Hammer" Hawes
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The 2 Ramblers are dancing because Matt "The Hammer" Hawes, Loyola forward from 92-96, joins the podcast today. Matt discusses on the recent success of the Ramblers, shares stories from the 90's, and thoughts about this run. We break down the Ohio State match up and study our bracket chances. We also give away to the Matt Hawes' "Golden Hammer" for…
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026 - Back to Back Champions: Ramblers Run The Valley
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The road dawgs showed up big in Arch Madness. The "fourth seed"dominates. We get revenge on Bradley (66-50.) We destroy the imposter Valley Champs, NIU (66-43.) AND IN OUR VALLEY FINALE... we take care of Drizzy Drake on Sunday (64-58.) On this episode we add a 3rd Rambler, our brother-in-law, Uncle Jeffy. We give out of awards and break down the w…
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Story of the game...Valley Refs send NIU to the line for 42 free throw attempts. We turn over the ball. We miss the last shot in regulation for win. Some positive things to talk about including Ryan Schweiger's perfect game and the Lucas career-high. We also look forward to a Bradley rubber game on Friday at the Arch.…
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Loyola downs Evansville on Senior Night (82-31.) What can you say about this game? A lot if you're the Two Ramblers. In this episode we spread the love equally between Rambler fans and our 2021-22 squad. We include a new segment, ‘Blerred Lines. And a special award to our favorite player/podcaster, Big Willy Alcock who scored a career-best nine poi…
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023 - Winning Ugly at ISU (We'll Take It)
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The ESPN PBP guy summed up our second ISU win best; "Not an oil painting from Loyola tonight..." The road dawgs delivered a 59-50 win despite 17 turnovers. Great play from Super Seniors Tate Hall and Aher Uguak. Plus Tom Welch gets a JBs take out and delivery on the same play.
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022 - Drake's Sweep and The Mayor of Ramblertown
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The 2 Ramblers look hard in the mirror after the home loss to Drake Bulldogs (83-76.) Drizzy led wire-to-wire despite Lucas Williamson's game that tied a career high. Gym rat and walk-on, Garret Sturtz, combined with Daddy's Boy, Tucker DeVries, for 39 pts, 10 rebounds, 6 assists and 7 steals. The game also had 51 called fouls thanks to some terrib…
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We're back breaking down another road dawg victory. We got out of Valpo with a 2-pt win (71-69) thanks to the hard work and hustle of Chris Knight. Five Ramblers in double figures plus tough defense made this a great team win. In this episode, we dig into the stats, give out some awards, and ID Coach Drew's shoes. Also you won't want to miss Dobber…
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020 - The UNI Beat Down, Bradley's Revenge, and the Loyola Project
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A SUPERSIZED 2 Ramblers Podcast... We welcome a new sponsor this week. Breakdown the 7 pt. road loss to Bradley (68-61.) Dig into the what we loved about the Loyola Project. Get heated up talking about the UNI win at home (85-58.) We give out some awards for a game with too many great plays. We settle once and for all any debate about leaving the M…
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Ramblers topple the Missouri State Bears 71-62 and sit atop the Valley. This game had everything, great D, Hutty dimes, sweet threes, and a finish that put Will Alcock on the floor. "Uncle Jeffy" weighs in with his Matt Hawes' Hammer player of the game. Dobber dishes out the JB Alberto's giant play of the game. We forgot to mention Coach Drew and s…
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