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NCAA Tournament Big Ten and SEC Takeover

27 Mar, 2025

In this episode of The Southbound Sports Show, hosts Richie and Matt delve into the influence of the Big Ten and SEC on college basketball, specifically their impact on mid-major teams during the NCAA tournament. The discussion highlights potential biases in the selection process and explores the possibility of schools with losing records being included in the tournament. They also touch on various coaching strategies, the importance of NIL deals in recruiting for both football and basketball, and insights on current college programs.

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