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Hoops 360

Hoops 360

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Hoops 360 dishes out the most compelling storylines from across the world of women’s basketball from can’t-miss matchups and breakout performances to historic milestones and rising stars. Join Caroline Fenton, Isis "Ice" Young & Cassandra Negley as they take listeners courtside and beyond, meshing expert analysis with bold hot takes, while also highlighting the most memorable off-the-court moments. Covering every league, every level, and every play that matters, Hoops 360 is your all-access pass to women’s basketball, all year round.2026 Yahoo Sports Basketball
Episodes
  • UCLA are 2026 NCAA national champions! Geno Auriemma-Dawn Staley altercation + WNBA draft stock changes
    Apr 6 2026

    Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and basketball analyst Isis “Ice” Young break down the national title matchup between South Carolina and UCLA that ultimately delivered the Bruins their first-ever NCAA championship. The duo dives into key moments and standout performances while also highlighting what this historic win means for UCLA’s program moving forward.

    They also unpack the highly talked-about sideline altercation between Dawn Staley and Geno Auriemma that happened after South Carolina’s Final Four win. Plus, with the NCAA tournament now in the rearview, Caroline and Ice evaluate which players boosted—or hurt—their WNBA Draft stock during March Madness.

    Be sure to join the conversation and drop your thoughts in the comments!

    00:58 - Biggest takeaways from UCLA 79-51 rout of South Carolina to win the NCAA national championship?

    12:17 - Was South Carolina hungover from beating UConn?

    15:55 - When did we start to trust UCLA?

    19:18 - Which returning players are you excited to watch next season?

    26:58 - How has Lauren Betts' draft stock changed?

    31:52 - How has Azzi Fudd's draft stock changed?

    34:57 - Cori Close on winning NCAA national championship: "I wanted to find uncommon, courageous women..."

    36:49 - Dawn Staley on 79-51 loss against UCLA: "We just didn't have it today, they were the better team"

    38:12 - What did the Geno-Dawn altercation mean to you?

    48:38 - Final thoughts on college hoops season?

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    52 mins
  • Final Four Preview: Is UConn as perfect as we think? How Texas can match up against Lauren Betts and UCLA
    Mar 31 2026

    Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton, basketball analyst Isis Young, and women’s basketball writer and podcaster Jordan Robinson break down the Final Four matchups featuring the No. 1 seeds. Can South Carolina find a way to crack UConn? And will Texas standout Kyla Oldacre give UCLA star Lauren Betts a run for her money?

    The trio also reacts to Geno Auriemma’s comments on the regional format. Plus, they have some fun looking back at the most memorable storylines and biggest star moments from the tournament so far.

    Let us know your bold Final Four predictions in the comments!

    01:13 - What stands out in South Carolina vs. UConn matchup?

    07:22 - Is this South Carolina team in a better position to beat this UConn team than last year?

    14:43 - What stands out in Texas vs. UCLA matchup?

    25:40 - Did UCLA’s game against Duke make them more equipped to win a championship?

    35:42 - What to make of Geno Auriemma's comments on the regionals format

    50:37 - What have been the most notable storylines from NCAAW tournament so far?

    01:02:45 - Upcoming games to watch

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • NCAAW Sweet 16 Preview: Serious contenders not named UConn + must-watch players and matchups
    Mar 24 2026

    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.

    Join the conversation and let us know—which Sweet 16 matchup are you most excited to watch?

    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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    40 mins
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