Épisodes

  • MIAA Boys Midseason Report
    Jan 23 2026

    Ethan and Steve delve into the mid-season status of MIAA boys basketball. Key highlights include in-depth looks at standout programs like Malden Catholic, St. Mary's, Central Catholic, and others. The hosts also break down the competitive landscape of Division 1, 2, and 3, spotlighting top players. They additionally touch on potential dark horses and surprise teams in each division. The episode wraps up with anticipation for the upcoming Comcast tournament and other significant matchups as the season progresses.

    Topics

    01:12 Mid-Season Grind and Reflections

    01:22 MIA Season Overview and Surprises

    02:46 Spotlight on Malden Catholic and St. Mary's

    10:08 Central Catholic's Dominance

    16:27 Division One Contenders

    18:56 Key Players and Teams in Division One

    20:21 Division Two Overview: St. Mary's and Challengers

    25:11 Division Three Contenders and Surprises

    27:41 Top Players to Watch This Season

    32:48 Division Four and Five Highlights

    33:55 Upcoming Tournaments and Final Thoughts

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    32 min
  • Nobles Girls Coach Alex Gallagher
    Jan 12 2026

    Ethan Fuller interviews Alex Gallagher, the head coach and athletic director at Noble and Greenough School. They discuss Gallagher's extensive experience in coaching, his achievements with Nobles’ girls basketball team, and the importance of culture, teamwork and character-building in sports. Gallagher reflects on the evolution of NEPSAC girls basketball, the increasing competitiveness, and the importance of maintaining a focus on the well-being and development of student-athletes. The episode also highlights specific players and programs that exemplify the high standards and growth within NEPSAC.

    Topics

    01:27 Interview with Alex Gallagher: Background and Achievements

    02:54 Coaching Philosophy and Team Dynamics

    06:25 Challenges and Growth in NEPSAC Basketball

    11:08 Building Team Culture and Values

    18:31 Inspiration and Learning as a Coach

    24:53 Evolution of NEPSAC Girls Basketball

    28:19 Coaching Stars and Rising Talent

    28:58 Depth of Talent in NEPSAC

    32:19 Honoring Great Players and Coaches

    33:43 Challenges and Growth in NEPSAC

    40:51 Future of NEPSAC and High School Basketball

    48:15 Closing Remarks and Gratitude

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    49 min
  • Cheshire Academy’s Jim McCarthy
    Jan 5 2026

    Cheshire Academy coach Jim McCarthy joins hosts Ethan Fuller and Steve Hewitt. Coach McCarthy reflects on the season's successful start and the challenges of the competitive Class AA league. He discusses the importance of team chemistry, the style of play, and key players such as John Spinoso, Justin Brown and Aidan McGuire. The conversation also covers coaching philosophies, the evolution of basketball toward positionless play, and memories from McCarthy's extensive college coaching experience. A segment of true/false questions on basketball trends, led by producer David Yas, rounds out the episode. Enjoy an in-depth look at the strategies and dynamics fueling Cheshire Academy's standout season.

    Topics

    00:42 Interview with Coach Jim McCarthy

    01:01 Reflecting on the Season's Start

    02:11 Team Dynamics and Style of Play

    12:41 Player Highlights and Contributions

    19:40 Challenges and Adjustments

    26:11 Reflecting on the Importance of Film in Coaching

    26:52 Memories and Lessons from College Coaching

    28:13 Transition to High School Coaching

    30:46 Challenges and Competitiveness in Class AA

    33:48 Impact of Early Season Success on the Program

    37:23 Full-Court Press: True or False Predictions

    46:45 Concluding Thoughts and Future Outlook

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    48 min
  • Recapping the 2025 NEPSAC season at winter break
    Dec 31 2025

    Ethan Fuller and Steve Hewitt discuss the top prep basketball teams, players and surprising developments across different classes and leagues as the 2025 calendar year comes to a close. Key topics include standout performances, emerging talents and intriguing championship races in both boys and girls basketball. Looking ahead to 2026, the hosts are excited for potential marquee matchups and key player commitments.

    Topics

    00:27 Holiday Reflections and Winter Challenges

    01:36 Prep Basketball Season Overview

    02:47 AAA Boys Basketball Highlights

    07:51 AAA Girls Basketball Highlights

    12:17 AA Boys Basketball Insights

    21:25 AA Girls Basketball Insights

    24:26 Class A Boys Basketball Overview

    25:15 Nobles' Strong Start and Key Players

    26:15 Phillips Andover's Impressive Performance

    28:04 Milton Academy and Other Contenders

    29:40 Class A Girls Basketball Insights

    32:32 Class B Boys Basketball Highlights

    36:58 Class B Girls Basketball Highlights

    39:56 Breakout Players to Watch

    44:32 Reflecting on 2025 Highlights

    47:45 Looking Forward to 2026

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    49 min
  • MIAA Boys Season Preview
    Dec 10 2025

    Ethan Fuller and Steve Hewitt provide a comprehensive preview of the 2025-26 high school basketball season in New England. The episode covers top teams, including Central Catholic, Beverly and Bridgewater-Raynham, as well as sleeper teams and standout players to watch. The hosts discuss changes within key programs, potential breakout stars, and significant matchups, such as the Commonwealth Motors Classic. Additionally, they touch on statewide coverage expansions and provide updates on new contributors covering various states. The episode concludes with a trivia showdown featuring NCAA tournament schools and their nicknames.

    Topics

    00:47 Recap of Last Season and Excitement for the New Season

    01:44 Changes and New Faces in MIAA Boys Basketball

    03:12 Expanding Coverage Across New England

    03:51 Introducing New Writers and Coverage Plans

    08:46 MIAA Season Preview: Top Teams and Players to Watch

    28:34 Lowell's Reloading Strategy

    28:58 Top 10 Teams Breakdown

    29:16 Burlington's Rising Stars

    31:03 Springfield Central's Talent Pool

    33:27 Newton North's New Era

    34:18 Winchester's Key Players

    35:23 Conference Highlights

    36:25 Sleeper Teams to Watch

    41:08 Promising Players to Follow

    45:49 NCAA Tournament Trivia

    50:23 Final Thoughts and Season Excitement

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    51 min
  • MIAA Girls Season Preview
    Dec 9 2025

    Ethan Fuller and guest host Trevor Hass provide an in-depth preview of the upcoming basketball season in New England. They discuss top teams and players to watch in the MIAA across all divisions, share their all-time favorite players that they've covered, and reflect on memorable state championship games. The episode also includes fun trivia about basketball in movies and TV. Tune in for a comprehensive look at the basketball scene in New England, complete with rankings and expert analysis.

    Topics 01:04 Viral Moment Recap: What's Up, Trevor? 03:06 MIAA Girls Basketball Season Preview 05:04 Top Teams and Players to Watch 10:35 Division 1 Contenders 17:29 Division 2 Powerhouses 23:06 Division 3 Breakdown 27:14 Division 4 and 5 Highlights 28:27 Spotlight on Top Players 29:25 Patriot League Excitement 30:02 Shoutouts to Standout Players 31:36 Team Rankings Breakdown 33:39 Reflecting on All-Time Greats 43:16 Full-Court Press Trivia 48:13 Season Preview and Wrap-Up

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    49 min
  • Girls Prep Preview
    Nov 19 2025

    Steve Hewitt and Ethan Fuller preview the upcoming girls New England prep school basketball season. They reflect on their first year covering the sport and discuss the refined strategies they're bringing into year two. The episode covers in-depth analysis and championship predictions for the NEPSAC girls' teams across different classes (AAA, AA, A, B Large, B Small, and C). Additionally, the episode features a trivia showdown between the hosts to wrap things up.

    Topics

    00:26 Reflecting on the Past Year

    00:55 Previewing the Girls' Basketball Season

    01:33 Insights on Team and Player Development

    08:31 Class AAA Teams to Watch

    09:42 Tilton: The Defending Champions

    15:58 New Hampton: A Strong Contender

    19:30 Other Notable AAA Teams

    24:13 Class AA Overview

    26:53 The Overachievers

    29:33 Worcester Academy's Underrated Potential

    30:17 Austin Prep: Rising Contender

    32:40 Class A Championship Predictions

    36:54 Class B Large and Small Breakdown

    42:00 Class C Championship Pick

    46:18 Full Court Press Trivia Showdown

    53:47 Closing Remarks and Season Excitement

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    51 min
  • Boys Prep Basketball Preview with Brad Feldman
    Nov 12 2025

    Steve Hewitt and Ethan Fuller are joined by Brad Feldman to delve into a comprehensive preview of NEPSAC basketball. The conversation covers key prospects, teams and potential champions across various divisions, including AAA, AA, A, B Large, B Small and C. Highlighting standout schools like Newman, St. Thomas More, Cushing and Milton Academy, the hosts and guest provide insights on players to watch, sleeper picks and breakout stars for the upcoming season. The episode is packed with detailed analysis, predictions and stories from the basketball landscape in New England.

    Topics

    00:27 Special Guest: Brad Felman

    00:39 Prep Boys Preview Show

    00:54 Brad's Busy Fall and Open Gyms

    02:08 Local Food Recommendations

    03:37 Class AAA Basketball Preview

    04:17 Newman School's Dominance

    07:34 St. Thomas More and Other Contenders

    08:48 Darrow School's Rising Talent

    09:28 Vermont Academy and Other Teams to Watch

    17:01 Putnam Science Academy's Strong Start

    20:17 Class AA Basketball Preview

    29:58 Electric Performance and Potential

    30:16 St. George's and ISL Champs Discussion

    31:46 Cushing Academy's Depth and Potential

    33:08 Class A Championship Contenders

    44:05 Class B Large and Small Teams

    51:25 Sleepers and Breakout Players

    55:52 Excitement for the Upcoming Season

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    58 min