Episode 30

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23rd Feb 2026

SoCon Edition: ETSU Clinches The #1 Seed + Standings Chaos

The #1 seed is officially set, but the pathway to Asheville remains a total mystery. We look at ETSU's dominant run to the top of the Southern Conference and discuss whether anyone can catch them in the tournament.

In this episode:

  1. The Clinch: How ETSU secured the top seed with a massive road win and some help from Furman.
  2. The "Gold Standard": Why health and consistency made the Bucs the best team in the league this year.
  3. Offense vs. Defense: We debate if "great offense trumps great defense" in today’s SoCon.
  4. Awards: We name our Team of the Week and explain why Brian Taylor II is the ultimate "closer".
  5. Power Rankings: A fresh look at the top 10, including UNCG’s recent slide and Chattanooga’s offensive explosion.
  6. Final Week Preview: Looking at high-stakes matchups like Furman at Western Carolina and UNCG at Samford.

Can anyone stop the Bucs?

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SoCon Fast Break
Defining Southern Conference Basketball
SoCon Fast Break is the essential podcast that defines SoCon basketball. Get game breakdowns, including previews for matchups and keys to victory, along with detailed recaps while granting insider access through exclusive interviews with players, coaches, and analysts. Hosted by former college basketball assistant coaches Richmond Weaver and Darren Angell, there's no content void, no surface-level chatter—just the in-depth coverage and insight you need.

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