Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and basketball analyst Isis Young take a fun look back at the most notable moments from Rounds 1 and 2 of the NCAA Tournament, breaking down the biggest surprises, standout performances, and storylines that shaped the opening weekend.

The duo then turns its attention to the Sweet 16. They preview their must-watch matchups including what to expect from a high-stakes Duke vs. LSU showdown, as well as the electrifying guard battle between Notre Dame’s Hannah Hidalgo and Vanderbilt’s Mikayla Blakes.

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01:33 - What were the biggest takeaways from the first two rounds?

11:33 - How impactful is having home-court advantage?

18:51 - University of Virginia head coach Amaka Agugua-Hamilton on playing at Iowa's home court

25:15 - What are our must-watch Sweet 16 games?

39:17 - Upcoming games to watch

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Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton, Cassandra Negley, and basketball analyst Isis “Ice” Young break down the newly agreed-upon WNBA CBA. Breanna Stewart joins the show to discuss the negotiation process and reflect on her championship season with Unrivaled.

UCLA guard Kiki Rice also stops by to share her mindset heading into March and the Bruins’ goals as they chase their first national title. Plus, the crew debates which coaches and players have a chance to cement their legacy as March Madness legends this season.

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Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton, Cassandra Negley and basketball analyst Isis “Ice” Young react to the latest developments in the WNBA CBA negotiations. What does another missed deadline mean for the league and its players and how did Breanna Stewart and Kelsey Plum’s letter to WNBPA executive director Terri Jackson shake up the conversation?

The trio also breakdown the most notable takeaways from conference tournaments and discuss how certain wins and losses will impact Selection Sunday. Plus - this week’s spotlight players of the week!

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TIMECODES:

01:21 - Update on the WNBA CBA negotiation timeline

02:00 - How could accelerated rookie contracts impact WNBA rosters?

06:44 - What did Breanna Stewart & Kelsey Plum's letter mean for CBA negotiations?

14:43 - What to make of Caitlin Clark and Breanna Stewarts comments on CBA negotiations

18:47 - What continues to be in question with no CBA agreement?

30:36 - What are the biggest takeaways from NCAA conference tournaments?

31:21 - Big Ten: Does UCLA deserve to be No. 1 overall seed?

41:43 - SEC: Texas takes down South Carolina 78-61 for SEC title

52:24 - Big 12: What does the Big 12 title mean for WVU?

57:38 - Spotlight Players of the Week

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Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down the Power Four conference tournaments with March implications on the line. Is the SEC title South Carolina’s to lose? Can Duke’s offense deliver? Is anyone built to challenge UCLA? And how will the Big 12 shake out?

Plus, Vanderbilt star and SEC Player of the Year Mikayla Blakes joins the show to talk leadership, confidence, and how Vanderbilt surged into national title contention.

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01:38 - SEC Conference Tournament Preview: Can South Carolina win its 4th consecutive conference championship?

05:58 - Who could knock off South Carolina?

08:48 - Will Vanderbilt or Texas take the final No. 1 seed?

10:22 - Which team needs to make a run the most to bolster resume?

13:43 - SEC Player of the Year Mikayla Blakes joins Hoops 360!

25:34 - ACC Conference Tournament Preview: What must Duke do to give you confidence in them?

28:51 - If not Duke, then who?

31:05 - Big Ten Conference Tournament Preview: Can anyone compete with UCLA?

35:47 - Big 12 Conference Tournament Preview: Who is the most in need of a resume boost?

39:05 - Additional conference tournaments to watch: Big East, Ivy League, Summit League, A10

45:03 - Which conference tournament is most intriguing?

50:11 - Upcoming games to watch

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Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley discuss whether Vanderbilt can continue its climb and earn a No. 1 seed in this year’s tournament. Commodores head coach Shea Ralph joins the show to share what she learned from legendary UConn head coach Geno Auriemma and highlights why her team has seen so much success this season.

Plus, which teams are suddenly on the hot seat after tough late-season losses? Should Tennessee and Duke be concerned heading into March?

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Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down the ins and outs of the NCAAW March Madness selection process. Cass highlights key factors that you may not have expected to be part of the process.

Plus, WNBPA Vice President and Unrivaled co-founder Napheesa Collier joins the show to discuss Unrivaled’s rapid rise and give her perspective on the current state of WNBA CBA negotiations right now.

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01:07 - What does the new WNBPA CBA counterproposal mean?

05:28 - Napheesa Collier joins Hoops 360!

08:51 - What goes into NCAAW March Madness selections?

29:15 - What do you make of the March Madness selection process now that you've experienced it?

42:40 - Spotlight Players of the Week

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Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down the latest WNBA CBA proposal delivered to players this past Friday night - what’s changed, what it means, and what comes next.
UCLA head coach Cori Close joins the show to share the mindset she instills in her program and how she’s watched Lauren Betts evolve into a star for the Bruins. Plus, Cass and Caroline react to Tennessee’s record-breaking 43-point loss to South Carolina and dig into what might be going wrong for the Vols.

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01:53 - What's new in the latest newest WNBA CBA proposal?

04:51 - Has there been a shift in how fans are viewing the WNBA CBA negotiations

11:40 - UCLA head coach Cori Close joins Hoops 360!

39:38 - What did Coach Close take away from UCLA's close win over Michigan?

45:58 - Is it panic time for the Tennessee Vols after record-breaking 43-point loss to South Carolina?

01:00:04 - Player Spotlights of the Week: Rori Harmon & Avery Howel

01:03:44 - Upcoming games to watch: Unrivaled 1x1 tournament

01:05:25 - Upcoming games to watch: NCAAW

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Hoops 360 host Cassandra Negley and UConn women's basketball beat reporter for CT Insider Maggie Vanoni highlight the most important takeaways from the WNBA and WNBPA’s meeting this past Monday. Are the sides closer or further from securing a CBA?

The duo also dives into Unrivaled’s massive weekend in Philly, UConn’s continued dominance, and what it all means for the women’s basketball landscape. Plus, Athletes Unlimited and WNBA guard Kia Nurse joins the show to share her perspective on the CBA, discuss free agency, and talk about her alma mater, #1 UConn.

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