What does it feel like to get the "dream job" call just days before the season begins? We’re joined by Wofford Head Coach Kevin Giltner to pull back the curtain on his "whirlwind" return to Spartanburg and the Terriers' impressive 3-1 start to Southern Conference play.

In this exclusive Coach Edition of SoCon Fast Break, Giltner shares:

1. The Sudden Call: His "I'm in" moment and the emotional reality of taking over his alma mater in a matter of days.
2. Relationship-First Culture: Why he prioritized getting to know his players' "why" over X's and O's during his first month as a "firefighter".
3. Freshman Impact: Highlighting why this year's rookie class—including Brian Sumpter and Chace Whatley—is one of the best the league has seen in years.
4. The I-85 Rivalry: A preview of what to expect when Wofford heads to the new Timmons Arena to face Furman.

Plus, Coach Giltner shares his respect for the elite coaching in the SoCon and how he spends his rare off-days hiking with his family in national parks.

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The Southern Conference hierarchy is beginning to take shape. This week was defined by breakthroughs, defensive masterclasses, and an offensive explosion in Macon that has the rest of the league on high alert.

In this episode:

1. The Streak is Over: Analysis of The Citadel’s emotional overtime win against Western Carolina, snapping a 37-game losing streak against Division I opponents and the "electric" atmosphere at McAlister Fieldhouse.
2. ETSU’s Dominance: Why the Bucs are the lone 4-0 team in the league, boasting a top-30 national scoring defense and the emerging impact of high-major transfer Blake Barkley.
3. Mercer’s Offensive Clinic: How the Bears averaged a staggering 105 PPG this week, highlighted by a 109-point performance where they shot 63% from both the field and beyond the arc.
4. Chattanooga’s Season-Saver: Why the Mocs' victory over Samford was a "must-win" for their postseason aspirations, despite ongoing injury struggles.
5. The 500 Club: We look at the parity in the middle of the pack, including UNCG’s rebounding dominance with Justin Neely and the efficiency of Jadin Booth for Samford.
6. The team of the Week: ETSU and the Player of the Week: Mercer's Baraka Okojie

Is ETSU the best team in the SoCon?

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After just two games of conference play, the standings are already providing surprises, from winless starts for preseason contenders to dominant defensive statements.

In this episode:

1. The Power Rankings Shift: Why ETSU claims the #1 spot with their elite defensive efficiency.
2. National Recognition: Nils Machowski’s historic week for Wofford, earning him Lou Henson National Player of the Week honors after averaging 32 points per game.
3. Physicality & Ball Security: How UNCG pulled off a nearly impossible stat—zero turnovers in the second half against Samford.
4. Scoring Threats: Why Jadin Booth is proving to be the most dangerous pure scorer in the league for Samford.
5. Early Upsets: Recapping Western Carolina’s overtime thriller at Furman and VMI’s statement win over Chattanooga.
6. Games to Watch: Wofford and UNCG, battle for a chance to start 3-0—a mark that historically guarantees a top-three finish in the final standings.

What observations have you made after two conference games?

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