Locked On Women's Basketball – Daily Podcast On The WNBA

Locked On Women's Basketball – Daily Podcast On The WNBA

Locked On Women’s Basketball podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for all aspects of the world of Women’s Basketball. Host Howard Megdal of The IX and The Next talks to the incredible staff at The Next and provides your daily women’s basketball fix with expert analysis and coverage of all aspects of the sport. From the NCAA to the WNBA, the Locked On Women’s Basketball podcast brings the fire and passion of women’s basketball to you five days a week.  The Locked On Women’s Basketball podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your team. Every day.

Episodes

December 26, 2025 27 mins

South Carolina is upgrading in a big way. 
On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball, hosts Kalia Butler and Sophia Jones break down the Gamecocks’ latest recruiting wins and what they mean for Dawn Staley’s program moving forward.

Segment 1:
We dive into South Carolina landing Jerzy Robinson, the No. 5 ranked player in ESPN’s 2026 class, and adding international pro Alicia Tournebize, a 6’7 frontcourt presence joining midsea...

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🔹 Segment 1: Michigan State vs. Ole Miss Recap

Michigan State holds Ole Miss to its lowest scoring output of the season, showcasing elite ball movement, defensive pressure, and timely shooting. We dive into:

How MSU’s third-quarter explosion flipped the game

Rashunda Jones’ momentum-swinging performance

Why this win matters with Big Ten play right around the corner

🔹 Segment 2: Weekly AP Poll Reaction

The AP Top 25 re...

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UConn sent a clear message to the rest of women’s college basketball with a 90–64 statement win over Iowa, locking in defensively and blowing the game open behind huge performances from Sarah Strong and Azzi Fudd. The Huskies’ full-court pressure, transition scoring, and second-half shot-making proved too much for the Hawkeyes, despite Iowa winning the rebounding battle.

In Segment 2, Louisville pulled away from Tennessee 89–65, sho...

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The WNBA is at a pivotal moment — and the NBA may be stepping in.

On today’s Locked On Women’s Basketball, we break down Adam Silver’s comments on potentially joining WNBA CBA negotiations, why NBA involvement matters financially, and how a deal (or a lockout) could shape the league’s future.

Plus:

Sylvia Fowles joins the Portland Fire coaching staff and what her role means for the expansion franchise

Toronto Tempo unveil their jerseys...

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Year 2 of Unrivaled is officially here — and it’s already bigger, bolder, and more player-driven than ever.

In this episode, we break down everything from Unrivaled Media Day, where Breeze BC immediately stood out as a team to watch, led by Paige Bueckers, Cameron Brink, Rickea Jackson, Aari McDonald, and more under head coach Noelle Quinn. Players talk creativity, confidence, and why Unrivaled is becoming a true proving ground — wi...

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In this episode:

Why UConn and Texas look untouchable

Biggest winners and losers in the AP Poll

Oklahoma, Louisville, USC, Princeton & more

Key seeding games to watch this weekend

WNBA CBA negotiations explained

Revenue sharing, salaries, and league growth

What Team USA’s “young and turnt” core means moving forward

 

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UConn sends a statement to the rest of women’s college basketball, Texas overwhelms Baylor, and we break down a loaded slate of Top-25 action across the country. 🔒🏀

We open with UConn’s dominant road win over USC, where Geno Auriemma’s squad applied relentless full-court pressure, owned the paint, and dished out 25 assists en route to a 39-point lead. USC never found a rhythm as their 19-game home winning streak came to an emphati...

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UConn heads to the Galen Center looking to stay undefeated, while USC aims to protect its strong home court advantage. We break down the matchup, key players, and what each team needs to do to win.

We also preview two more major showdowns:

Texas vs Baylor: A high-powered Texas team hosts a tough Baylor squad in a classic Big 12 battle.

Oklahoma vs Oklahoma State (Bedlam): One of the best rivalry games in college basketball, featuring ...

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On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s College Basketball, we break down Audi Crooks’ absolutely dominant performance as Iowa State edges Iowa 74-69, including her jaw-dropping efficiency and how she elevates her teammates. We also spotlight teams making historic starts—Illinois, Arizona State, Maryland, Oklahoma, and Princeton—and highlight standout players like Aaliyah Chavez and Fadima Tall.

Plus, we preview the USA Women’s Nati...

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On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball:
We’re previewing a massive in-state battle — #11 Iowa vs. #10 Iowa State — and what it will take for the Hawkeyes to slow down national scoring leader Audi Crooks. Plus, we break down A’ja Wilson’s incredible sweep of national awards, and why college athletic directors are now seriously considering collective bargaining with athletes.

 

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UConn is on an absolute tear — and today we’re breaking down why the Huskies look like the most dominant team in college basketball right now.

We kick things off with a full look at this week’s AP Poll, the Big Ten’s historic milestone, Tennessee’s 800th ranking, and the biggest matchup swings coming this week for NCAA Tournament seeding.

Then we dive into the Player of the Year race, where Sarah Strong continues to lead the national...

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UConn is on a mission — and their 67-point demolition of DePaul proves the Huskies are built to run the Big East once again. On today’s show, we break down UConn’s dominance, including Sarah Strong’s monster performance, a historic defensive showing, and a 40-game conference win streak that keeps rolling on a day the school honored Sue Bird.

But it wasn’t just the Big East making noise — the Big Ten opened conference play with absol...

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The SEC just ran the table on the ACC — and we’re breaking down every angle from a massive night in women’s college hoops. From LSU’s electric win over Duke, to South Carolina’s clutch escape, to Ole Miss and Texas imposing their will… this slate delivered.

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The SEC is coming for the ACC — and the SEC/ACC Challenge might prove it. On today’s show, we break down every major matchup in the women’s college basketball showdown: #11 UNC at #2 Texas, #3 South Carolina at #22 Louisville, #18 Notre Dame at #13 Ole Miss, and #5 LSU at Duke.

 

 

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