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Defend the Block 246 - Matt Norlander
Defend the Block
Published on 5/28/2024
Defend the Block
Published on 5/28/2024
This week's guest is Matt Norlander, who covers college basketball as a writer and podcast host for CBS Sports. Norlander discusses Dusty May's incredible run at Florida Atlantic, the Wolverines' coaching and roster additions this offseason, and some intriguing storylines within the new-look Big Ten. You can listen to more from Norlander on CBS Sports' Eye on College Basketball Podcast all year long, or on LEARFIELD's College Sports Now podcast during the season.
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The Wolverines surged past UCLA for another big win on Saturday afternoon in Ann Arbor. Brian and Terry share their initial thoughts on the 86-56 victory. Then, we head to the locker room around the 10:30 mark for conversations with Dusty May, Nimari Burnett, Aday Mara, Yaxel Lendeborg, and Drew Williamson. Brian also visits with women's basketball legend Naz Hillmon, who will be honored on Sunday at Crisler Center, before the highlight recap.
Published on 2/14/2026
With the Big Ten Championships approaching later this month, Swimming & Diving Head Coach Matt Bowe stops by Conqu'ring Heroes to reflect on the regular season and discuss some of the key student-athletes for the 9-0 women's team and 6-2 men's team.
Published on 2/12/2026
The Wolverines rallied from a 16-point deficit to secure a crucial road win and extend their program-best start on Wednesday night. Brian and Terry react to the 87-75 victory before Brian heads to the Michigan locker room around the eight-minute mark for three great interviews with Head Coach Dusty May, L.J. Cason, and Yaxel Lendeborg.
Published on 2/11/2026
Last week, we talked offense. This week, we go in depth on the Wolverines' defense in advance of spring ball. Jon goes through each position group and shares his thoughts on some of the key players and storylines. Then, around the 28:30 mark, new Matthew and Nicole Lester Family Defensive Coordinator Jay Hill discusses his coaching journey propelling him to Ann Arbor, the respect he has for Kyle Whittingham, and some of the key checkpoints in establishing his defensive system.
Published on 2/11/2026
