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The Final Tourney: A senior & her parent's perspective PLUS Bracket chaos & teams of the week

February 23, 2026 • Steve Hartman • Episode 31

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March is officially in the air! In this episode of the Splash City Basketball Podcast we’re going behind the scenes of a championship household. I’m joined by my niece, Lily Mahoney—a Senior leader and defending State Champ—and her mom, my sister, to discuss the bittersweet emotions of a final high school run, the 'Sisters Season' on Varsity, and the legacy being left behind.

But first, we tackle a mixed bag weekend for the Golden Gopher men's and women's basketball teams. The Timberwolves' rollercoaster weekend against Dallas and Philly, Steve breaks down the highs and lows. Then, we go coast-to-coast in our College Basketball Whiparound, covering Duke’s takedown of No. 1 Michigan, Arizona’s road masterclass, and the devastating injury news shaking up the Big 12. Plus, I reveal my Top 16 Prep for March Madness.

Finally I break down the MN boys and girls, NSIC and MIAC Teams of the Week.

Pull up a chair—it’s time to talk hoops.

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