28.5 Women's Basketball
Welcome to 28.5 Women’s Basketball, the ultimate podcast for women’s basketball enthusiasts! Hosted by two former Division 1 women’s basketball players, this podcast offers a unique and authentic perspective on the game. Join us as we share insider stories, break down upcoming matchups, and discuss the latest news and trends in women’s basketball. Whether you’re a player, coach, or passionate fan, 28.5 offers a unique perspective that you won’t find anywhere else. Tune into the conversation as we celebrate the passion, skill, and dedication that makes women’s basketball truly special.
28.5 Women's Basketball
Champ Week Wrap-Up and Tourney Seeds Showdown
Join hosts Becca and Sydney in this thrilling episode where they dive into the latest in women's basketball. In the 1st Half, they recap the excitement of conference championships (Champ Week), celebrating the triumphant teams:
- Big Ten: UCLA beats USC 72-67
- SEC: South Carolina crushes Texas 64-45
- ACC: Duke conquers NC State 76-62
- Big East: UConn dominates Creighton 70-50
- Big 12: TCU triumphs over Baylor 64-59
Moving into the 2nd Half, Becca and Sydney provide a detailed preview of the projected #1 and #2 seeds for the NCAA tournament:
- Projected #1 Seeds: South Carolina, UCLA, USC, Texas
- Projected #2 Seeds: UConn, NC State, TCU, Notre Dame
They also discuss noteworthy shifts after Champ Week, highlighting the impressive rise of Baylor into the top 16, the downward movement of Tennessee, Alabama, and Kansas State to No. 5 seeds, and the newfound No. 4 seed status for Ohio State.
Additionally, they delve into Notre Dame's recent struggles and the factors behind the team's performance.
In the Overtime Segment (OT), Becca and Sydney cover the latest headlines:
- The inaugural Unrivaled Champion to be named this Sunday and Monday (March 16th and 17th) with matchups: Lunar Owls vs. Vinyl and Rose vs. Laces
- The Caitlin Clark Netflix documentary premiering on June 30th, 2025
- WBB teams to be paid for March Madness
Tune in for expert analysis, passionate discussions, and all the latest buzz in women's basketball!