SportSpyder - The Latest UCF Knights Basketball Podcasts

Sons LIVE - Mike Kruczek + Spring Portal Update

2KnightsMedia — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:40:00 GMT

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On this episode, former UCF Head Football Coach Mike Kruczek shares his thoughts on this UCF team, modern college football, and a stroll down memory lane.

Plus: Alonza-gate continues, softball and baseball are going in opposite directions, and men's hoops reloads.

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ATK - Overtime: Are we making too much of Alonza Barnett's situation?

2KnightsMedia — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT

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In this edition of ATK-Overtime, Eric Lopez, Trace Trylko, and Adam Eaton continue the conversation from Around The Kingdom as they discuss

- Are we making too much of Alonza Barnett's status?

- Will any of this matter when the season starts?

- UCF making moves in the basketball portal

For more, check out the Sons of UCF YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@sonsofucf

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Around The Kingdom - After two weeks of spring camp, what do we really know about this team?

2KnightsMedia — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Join Eric Lopez and Trace Trylko as they debate some of the current topics surrounding UCF Sports. In this episode, should we really be worried about all of this Alonza Barnett news? Plus: Will UCF really not hold a scrimmage during spring camp?

Also: UCFriday, when will we get a jersey sponsor, men's hoops in the portal, what happened to baseball?

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Episode 326: Latest on Barnett + UCF games moving to Friday

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:01:35 GMT

Sons LIVE - Spring Camp conspiracies + We look at Mike Kruczek

2KnightsMedia — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:17:00 GMT

On Sons LIVE, we cover the latest from Spring Football Camp, which is now reaching conspiracy theory levels. We then attempt to talk to former Knights head coach Mike Kruczek, but technology gets in the way.

Plus: coverage of softball, baseball, and men's and women's hoops.

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Episode 325: Spring Ball updates + The status of UCF's brand

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:55:10 GMT

ATK Overtime - Should UCF re-allocate football money to win at other sports?

2KnightsMedia — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT

In this edition of ATK-Overtime, Eric Lopez, Trace Trylko, and Adam Eaton continue the conversation from Around The Kingdom as they discuss

- Is there really any cause for concern with QB injury?

- Rich Wallace continues to earn respect

- Should UCF go all-in on funding sports other than football?

For more, check out the Sons of UCF YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@sonsofucf

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Around The Kingdom - Is there too much overreaction after week 1 of practice?

2KnightsMedia — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:36:00 GMT

Join Eric Lopez and Trace Trylko as they debate some of the current topics surrounding UCF Sports. In this episode, after just one week of spring practice, is there too much overreaction to certain things? Plus: one of those things is the QB position, specifically the depth after Alonza Barnett.

Also: Orlando gets the Jags, Brett gets testy, Baseball and Softball get ranked, and women's basketball gets a new head coach.

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Sons LIVE - CBS Sports Shehan Jeyarajah shares more on his UCF season projection

2KnightsMedia — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 01:49:00 GMT

On this episode of Sons LIVE:

- Shehan Jeyarajah provides more insight on his three-win prediction for the 2026 Knights

- Nick Williams joins to provide some insight from the first week of camp

- Baseball and Softball previews with Kathleen Moore and Andrew Greig

- The usual hijinx with cow of the week, the BWP mailbag, and what's in the box

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ATK Overtime - Spring Practice gets underway

2KnightsMedia — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:03:00 GMT

In this edition of ATK-Overtime, Eric Lopez, Trace Trylko, and Adam Eaton continue the conversation from Around The Kingdom as they discuss

- How concerned should we be about Alonza Barnett's injury?

- What does UCF need to do to get some optimism?

- Should Terry Mohajir get credit for the spring results?

For more, check out the Sons of UCF YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@sonsofucf

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Around The Kingdom - Does UCF need to be concerned about QB already?

2KnightsMedia — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:22:00 GMT

Join Eric Lopez and Trace Trylko as they debate some of the current topics surrounding UCF Sports. In this episode, spring camp opened with some surprising injury news at the QB position. Plus: what does UCF need to do to get some optimism with the fan base?

Also: Messer is out, national media not a fan of UCF, flag football coming soon, and bat and ball sports are on a tear

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Former UCF Football personnel director Jeff Love talks roster building, NIL, and transfer portal

2KnightsMedia — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Former UCF Football director of player personnel Jeff Love joined the Sons of UCF for a wide-ranging interview about his time with the Knights. Love shares insight into his arrival at UCF under new head coach Scott Frost and the challenges he and the staff faced in building the 2025 roster.

Love also shares intimate knowledge of the inner workings of the transfer portal and NIL conversations, and their specific impact on the Knights' roster.

Lastly, having stepped away from his role at UCF, Love shares more about his current work helping athletes get proper representation.

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Sons LIVE - Spring Football Updates; Jeff Love and Ben Hazel

2KnightsMedia — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:37:00 GMT

-Spring football updates

- A excerpt of our conversation with Jeff Love, former UCF Personnel Director

- Ben Hazel puts a bow on basketball season

- Updates on softball and baseball

- cow of the week, mailbag, what's in the box, and more...

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ATK Overtime - What is the future for UCF Basketball, and how does it impact Football?

2KnightsMedia — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT

In this edition of ATK-Overtime, Eric Lopez, Trace Trylko, and Adam Eaton continue the conversation from Around The Kingdom as they discuss

- What does Scott Frost need to do differently in his second season back at UCF?

- How does UCF make the economics work for basketball to continue to have success?

For more, check out the Sons of UCF YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@sonsofucf

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Around The Kingdom - What did Scott Frost learn from the 2025 season?

2KnightsMedia — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:39:00 GMT

Join Eric Lopez and Trace Trylko as they debate some of the current topics surrounding UCF Sports. In this episode, the men's basketball season has come to an end, now what? Plus: as spring football prepares to begin, what do we hope Scott Frost learned from the results of 2025?

Also: Big 12 teams in the tourney, what do we think of DBs, softball and baseball on opposite ends right now, and who is on this team?

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Episode 324: The biggest questions UCF is facing in Spring Ball

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 02:16:19 GMT

UCF Knights football roster: Get to know the key players on offense

2KnightsMedia — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Adam Eaton (Sons of UCF) and Christian Simmons (Pegasus Podcast) reveal the offensive roster for the 2026 UCF Knights football team. The Knights will have several new faces at key positions, including QB Alonza Barnett III, RB Duke Watson, and OL Henry Tabansi. UCF also returns several key players, including WR Waden Charles, WR Duane Thomas Jr, TE Dylan Wade, and RB Taevion Swint.

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Episode 323: Postgame Tournament talk. UCF MBB falls to UCLA

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 14:29:25 GMT

Sons LIVE - Previewing UCF's first round matchup against UCLA

2KnightsMedia — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 11:08:00 GMT

This week on Sons LIVE, we get you ready for UCF basketball's first round matchup against UCLA by talking with Aaron Heisen, who covers the Bruins for SoCal Newsgroup. We then get the UCF angle from our good friend Ben Hazel. Plus: Andrew Cherico joins from a random spot in South Carolina on his way to the game.

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ATK Overtime - Can basketball grow at UCF + Cindy Ball-Malone gets real

2KnightsMedia — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:52:00 GMT

In this edition of ATK-Overtime, Eric Lopez, Trace Trylko, and Adam Eaton continue the conversation from Around The Kingdom as they discuss

- Will this season help UCF Basketball grow?

- Can they beat UCLA and make some noise in this tournament?

- Cindy Ball-Malone opens up about UCF Softball support

For more, check out the Sons of UCF YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@sonsofucf

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PROVEN: Big 12 DESERVED More Teams In March Madness, BYU and UCF's Seeding Disrespect On TNT, TruTV

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 21:00:00 GMT

The 2026 Selection Sunday show has left a bitter taste in the mouths of Big 12 fans, as the "logo bias" in favor of the SEC reached an all-time high. Despite the Big 12 spending the last four months as the most statistically dominant "meat grinder" in college basketball, the committee seemingly prioritized "brand" over "body of work."

The SEC "Subsidies" vs. Big 12 Snubs

The most glaring disrespect was the sheer volume of bids handed to the SEC—a staggering ten teams—compared to the Big 12’s record-tying eight. The most controversial inclusion was Texas (18–14), who was gifted an 11-seed in the First Four despite a middle-of-the-pack SEC finish and a mediocre non-conference resume.

Meanwhile, the committee completely ignored the depth of the Big 12 by leaving Cincinnati and West Virginia at home.

Cincinnati (No. 46 in NET): The Bearcats boasted multiple Quad 1 wins in the nation’s toughest conference but were relegated to the NIT.

West Virginia: Despite twice defeating Cincinnati and securing a win over Baylor, the Mountaineers were shut out entirely.

Narrative Over Numbers

Critics argue that the "Four-Letter Bias" played a significant role. Throughout the season, SEC losses were often framed as a testament to "unrivaled depth," while Big 12 losses were characterized as "volatility" or "collapses." Even with the Big 12 holding a dominant 11–6 head-to-head record against the SEC this year, the committee favored SEC teams like Auburn and Oklahoma in the "First Four Out" discussion over the Big 12's bubble.

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Around The Kingdom - Will UCF hoops be one and done in March Madness?

2KnightsMedia — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:26:00 GMT

Join Eric Lopez and Trace Trylko as they debate some of the current topics surrounding UCF Sports. In this episode, the men's basketball team is heading to the Big Dance, but does this team have what it takes to make some noise? Plus: how many fans will be in Philly to cheer them on?

Also: 2019 vs 2026, can a Big 12 team win it all, Cindy gets real, and season superlatives

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Episode 322: UCF is headed to the Tournament

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 02:28:56 GMT

BOOM: Arizona, Houston, Iowa State ALL Have CLEAR Final Four Path, March Madness OWNED By Big 12

Locked On Podcast Network — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT

The 2026 Selection Sunday show has confirmed what the regular season suggested: the Big 12 is the primary center of gravity for college basketball. With a conference-record eight teams making the field, the committee has rewarded the league's grueling depth with several "home-court" advantages that make the path to Indianapolis look remarkably favorable.

The Regional Kings

Arizona enters as a No. 1 seed in the West, ensuring that if they take care of business in the opening rounds, their path to the Final Four goes through San Jose. For a squad coming off a physical 79–74 Big 12 Championship win over Houston, staying in familiar western time zones is a massive victory. Houston, despite the title game loss, secured a No. 2 seed in the South. This is the "golden ticket" for the Cougars, as the regional finals are being held in Houston at the Toyota Center.

Mid-Seed Advantages

The depth of the league is where the path looks truly dangerous for the rest of the country:

Iowa State (No. 2 seed): Landing in the Midwest, the Cyclones will start in St. Louis before potentially heading to Chicago—two cities that will be flooded with "Hilton South" fans.

Kansas (No. 4 seed): Despite some late-season struggles, the Jayhawks are in an East Region where their experience makes them a popular pick to crash the second weekend.

BYU (No. 6 seed): Landing a 6-seed in the West avoids the dreaded 8/9 game and keeps AJ Dybantsa in the same region as Arizona, setting up a potential high-octane rematch in the Sweet 16.

With Texas Tech (No. 5), TCU (No. 9), and UCF (No. 10) also drawing manageable first-round opponents, the Big 12 is positioned to own the first weekend of March Madness.

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Sons LIVE - UCF is going to March Madness

2KnightsMedia — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:49:00 GMT

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UCF Basketball is heading to March Madness! Join Adam Eaton, Christian Simmons, and Eric Lopez as they react to the news. Trace Trylko and Andrew Cherico also join live from the arena to share the immediate reaction from Johnny Dawkins and players.

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SportSpyder - The Latest UCF Knights Basketball Podcasts

Sons LIVE - Mike Kruczek + Spring Portal Update

ATK - Overtime: Are we making too much of Alonza Barnett's situation?

Around The Kingdom - After two weeks of spring camp, what do we really know about this team?

Episode 326: Latest on Barnett + UCF games moving to Friday

Sons LIVE - Spring Camp conspiracies + We look at Mike Kruczek

Episode 325: Spring Ball updates + The status of UCF's brand

ATK Overtime - Should UCF re-allocate football money to win at other sports?

Around The Kingdom - Is there too much overreaction after week 1 of practice?

Sons LIVE - CBS Sports Shehan Jeyarajah shares more on his UCF season projection

ATK Overtime - Spring Practice gets underway

Around The Kingdom - Does UCF need to be concerned about QB already?

Former UCF Football personnel director Jeff Love talks roster building, NIL, and transfer portal

Sons LIVE - Spring Football Updates; Jeff Love and Ben Hazel

ATK Overtime - What is the future for UCF Basketball, and how does it impact Football?

Around The Kingdom - What did Scott Frost learn from the 2025 season?

Episode 324: The biggest questions UCF is facing in Spring Ball

UCF Knights football roster: Get to know the key players on offense

Episode 323: Postgame Tournament talk. UCF MBB falls to UCLA

Sons LIVE - Previewing UCF's first round matchup against UCLA

ATK Overtime - Can basketball grow at UCF + Cindy Ball-Malone gets real

PROVEN: Big 12 DESERVED More Teams In March Madness, BYU and UCF's Seeding Disrespect On TNT, TruTV

The SEC "Subsidies" vs. Big 12 Snubs

Narrative Over Numbers

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Around The Kingdom - Will UCF hoops be one and done in March Madness?

Episode 322: UCF is headed to the Tournament

BOOM: Arizona, Houston, Iowa State ALL Have CLEAR Final Four Path, March Madness OWNED By Big 12

The Regional Kings

Mid-Seed Advantages

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