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The Hoops Cap Pod

Big East Energy

Hosted by Mark Zanetto 🎙 The Hoops Cap — only daily podcast For UConn men’s & women’s basketball. part of Big East EnergyNetwork

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18:15

Did UConn Just Find Their Next NBA Star? | Braylon...

The Hoops Cap Pod ·

2025/12/04

Mullins Mania has arrived! This episode dives into the thrilling UConn vs Kansas game, where the Huskies showed their dominance, solidifying their championship statusThis episode goes deep into: • Why Mullins’ movement shooting + gravity are exactly what NBA teams draft early • His competitive edge and defensive instincts (that block!) • Passing feel and on-ball maturity beyond his age • The “Landman” analogy — UConn just struck recruiting oil • How this breakout reshapes UConn’s offense

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41:15

MullinsMania runs wild in Allen Fieldhouse , Huskies...

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2025/12/03

UConn walks into Allen Fieldhouse and leaves with its most impressive win of the season. Solo Ball dropped 17, Braylon Mullins matched him with a breakout 17 of his own — including the game-sealing block and free throws — as No. 5 UConn rallied from seven down in the second half to beat No. 21 Kansas 61–56.Eric Reibe added 12, Alex Karaban had 11, and the Huskies held Kansas to two field goals over a 12-minute stretch to completely flip the momentum. Despite missing Tarris Reed Jr., UConn’s

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22:43

Is UConn's DOMINATION of Xavier a Sign of Things to Come

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2025/12/03

UConn looked unbelievable against Xavier — but these dominant performances are expected. The real question? What actually matters when the competition jumps back up to Iowa, USC, Notre Dame, and Tennessee. Mark Zanetto breaks down Allie Ziebell’s breakout, Ashlynn Shade snapping out of her slump, KK Arnold’s elite defense, Sarah Strong’s all-around brilliance, and why Big East play will inflate UConn’s numbers in ways that don’t translate to March. Are the Huskies truly title-ready… or did Sunday

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28:54

UConn vs Kansas Preview: Can the Huskies Make History...

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2025/12/02

UConn heads into The Phog looking to do something no Connecticut team has ever done — beat Kansas at Allen Fieldhouse. We break down Tarris Reed’s game-time decision, the Darryn Peterson factor, Kansas’ offensive tendencies, UConn’s half-court advantages, and why this matchup may come down to Silas, Braylon Mullins, and elite execution. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and download The Hoops Cap — your daily home for UConn Men’s and Women’s Basketball. #UConn, #UConnNation, #UConnBasketball,

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30:18

POST GAME, Live Reaction! A breakdown of UConn’s...

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2025/11/28

UConn vs. Illinois from Madison Square Garden — aka Storrs South. Can the Huskies take over MSG again and capitalize on the big-stage energy? Instant reactions, momentum shifts, standout performers, and everything we learned from this heavyweight showdown. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and join the Big East Energy community!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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22:42

What Azzi Fudd's DOMINANT Performance Says About...

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2025/11/28

Don’t forget to like and subscribe for more Big East Energy. ⁨@BigEastEnergyNetwork⁩ . Follow Mark Zanetto on X @MarkZanettoCBB and IG @markzanetto and Follow BIg East Energy on X @bigeastenergy and on IG @bigeast_energy UConn escapes Michigan, Azzi Fudd delivers in the clutch, and Sarah Strong posts a monster effort on the glass. Plus: Utah win reactions, Blanca rising as a third scorer, and the big question — who steps up next: Ashlynn? Allie? KK? And what Sarah Strong’s NIL move says

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18:02

UConn’s Issues Are Showing: Where’s the Fire, and...

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2025/11/24

UConn fans are feeling the panic after a flat performance — and today we break down why the “we’ll be fine” narrative might be masking deeper issues. From Silas’ quiet triple-double, to Alex and the J’s disappearing, to Solo’s slump and the pressure building on Braylon Mullins… this short-form rant hits everything UConn fans are arguing about today.Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and follow us on social media: X/Twitter: @markzanettocbb @bigeastenergy @thehoopscap Instagram:

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33:18

Geno Auriemma's Secret International Recruit Shocks...

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2025/11/21

Hosted by Mark Zanetto & Tee Baker,The Hoops Cap — on the Big East Energy Network UConn WBB lands elite Serbian guard Jovana Popovic — the 2024 U18 EuroBasket All-Star, Basketball Without Borders Europe MVP, and one of Europe’s most skilled young playmakers. We break down what she brings to Geno Auriemma’s program, how she fits next to Olivia Vukosa, and what her commitment means for UConn’s growing international pipeline. We also react to Addison Bjorn committing to Texas, and dive into a

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37:28

UConn Football’s Rebuild Is Real — Here’s Why

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2025/11/21

UConn Football is officially on the national radar — eight wins, their first AP Top-25 vote since 2010, and a massive chance to hit nine wins this weekend against FAU and one of the top quarterbacks in the country. Mark Zanetto and Joey Bailbonds break down the rebuild, the culture shift under Jim Mora, David Benedict’s role in the resurgence, the power of that AP vote, and what a win over FAU would mean for recruiting, NIL perception, and UConn’s national trajectory. Plus Joe Fagnano, what are

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37:57

The Shocking Basketball Rankings That Had Everyone...

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2025/11/20

UConn fans, women’s hoops fans, and analytics truth-seekers — this is the conversation.Mark Zanetto sits down with Kevin Clancy of HOOPS HQ to break down one of the biggest debates in basketball: When do metrics stop telling the full story? We dive into why formulas have Sarah Strong at No. 3, why analytics spit out Azzi Fudd at No. 39, and whether advanced stats are missing the intangibles. #womenscollegebasketball, #UConnWBB, #AzziFudd, #SarahStrong, #CollegeBasketball, #WBB,

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62:04

LIVE REACTION: No. 3 UConn vs No. 4 Arizona RECAP

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2025/11/20

A Top-5 battle with real Final Four energy — and we’re breaking down every possession. Arizona outlasts UConn 71–67 inside a hostile Gampel Pavilion, powered by a +20 rebounding edge (43–23), a 42–24 domination in points in the paint, and monster nights from Jaden Bradley (21 pts), Koa Peat (16 & 12) and Motiejus Krivas (9 & 14).We react to every momentum swing, matchup adjustment, and late-game sequence — including Eric Reibe’s career-high 15 points, Solo Ball’s 14-point effort, and how UConn’s

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37:31

Why UConn v Arizona Feels Like March in November

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2025/11/19

Jake Faigus of @Bleav Arizona joins us to break down this massive Top-5 showdown from the Wildcats’ perspective — and why this might be a must-watch Final Four preview in mid-November.Is No. 3 UConn vs No. 4 Arizona really a March matchup disguised as a non-conference game? We go inside Gampel Pavilion and break down every angle — Arizona’s elite freshmen, Koa Peat and Braden Burries, UConn’s 3 pt ability, Karaban causing mismatches, who guards SOLO? IS Silas Demary Jr the new closer? And the

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30:02

The Truth: UConn Is Playing Bulletproof Basketball

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2025/11/18

Don’t forget to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE!Support the show and the network by smashing that like button, subscribing to the channel, and turning on notifications so you never miss an episode. 📲 Follow us on X: • Mark Zanetto: @MarkZanettoCBB • Big East Energy Network: @BigEastEnergy • The Hoops Cap: @TheHoopsCap The UConn men’s basketball team just delivered their most complete, terrifying performance of the season — and on this episode of The Hoops Cap, Mark Zanetto breaks down how Dan Hurley has

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22:04

Why Sarah Strong Is the BEST Player in Women’s...

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2025/11/17

Sarah Strong is not from this planet — and her performance against Ohio State proved it. In UConn’s 100–68 domination, the sophomore delivered one of the most complete games we’ve seen in years: 29 points, 13 rebounds, 7 assists, 5 steals, 3 blocks, +41, and a full-court Wes Unseld–style outlet pass that only a generational player makes. In this episode, Mark Zanetto breaks down why Sarah Strong is already the best player in women’s college basketball, why it’s not particularly close, and why Geno

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39:16

UConn ESCAPES with an 86-84 win over BYU in TD GARDEN..

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2025/11/16

Mark Zanetto goes live with instant reactions to UConn vs BYU — breaking down momentum swings, standout performances, coaching decisions, and what this matchup means for the Huskies moving forward. Tap in and join the conversation *live* on the Big East Energy Network.🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6451210116530176 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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35:37

Could UConn Really Get Jerzy Robinson AND Addison Bjorn?

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2025/11/14

Make sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE to help the Big East Energy Network grow — your support fuels daily UConn coverage, recruiting breakdowns, and everything across the Big East. Join the fastest-growing hoops community out there. Mark Zanetto and Tee Baker dive into UConn Women’s Basketball — breaking down the team’s dominant start, Sarah Strong’s breakout, and the real possibility of adding Jerzey Robinson and Addison Bjorn to an already loaded future core. The Huskies rolled through

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33:18

Why Doubting Dan Hurley is a Recipe for Disaster

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2025/11/13

Dan Hurley has been questioned, doubted, poked at, and criticized — and every single time, he’s answered with results.On this Hoops Cap episode, Mark Zanetto is joined by Bryan DeNovellis of Tri-State College Basketball to break down why doubting Hurley in 2025 makes absolutely zero sense. We dig into: • Hurley’s evolution from fiery chaos to controlled dominance • Why UConn’s depth is becoming a national nightmare • How bulletin-board criticism fuels this staff • The X-factors that

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51:03

UConn vs BYU Preview | Aaron Torres Joins The Hoops...

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2025/11/13

On this episode of The Hoops Cap Pod, Mark Zanetto is joined by Aaron Torres of FOX Sports Radio and The Aaron Torres Sports Podcast to break down the UConn men’s basketball season so far — and preview a huge early-season matchup against BYU. They dive into what we’ve learned from Dan Hurley’s defending champs through the first few games, how the rotations are starting to take shape, and which players are emerging as difference-makers. Plus — why BYU might be one of UConn’s toughest early tests,

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25:20

UConn's Epic Victory Over Duke Explained!

The Hoops Cap Pod ·

2025/11/12

On this special crossover episode of The Hoops Cap Pod and Rent’s Due, Mark Zanetto and his co-host Joey Bailbonds dive into one question UConn fans never thought they’d ask —Is UConn a football school now? Following an epic win over Duke at home, the guys break down how one night at Rentschler Field could completely change the identity of the university — from the fanbase’s allegiances to athletic department priorities, NIL distribution, and the way UConn markets itself nationally. They

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34:00

The Shocking Rise of UConn Women's Basketball!

The Hoops Cap Pod ·

2025/11/11

Welcome in to The Hoops Cap Pod on the Big East Energy Network — your home for everything UConn Men’s and Women’s Basketball. Today’s guest needs no introduction. Meg Culmo — former UConn forward, 1991 Big East Tournament MOP, part of the program’s first Final Four team, and longtime voice of the Huskies — joins Mark Zanetto for a deep dive into how this entire dynasty was built. From the empty stands of the old Greer Field House to 12 national titles and over 1,250 wins, Meg shares stories of

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