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Defend the Block 255 - Roddy Gayle, Jr.

Defend the Block
Published on 7/30/2024
Defend the Block
Published on 7/30/2024
Roddy Gayle, Jr., joined the Michigan program this spring after spending his first two collegiate seasons in Columbus. Gayle discusses his journey from Niagara Falls to Ann Arbor, his development as a player over the years, and some early impressions of his new program on this week's episode of Defend the Block.
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Brian Boesch sits down with Jacob Kohn, Michigan men's basketball's new Director of Basketball Analytics, on a special edition of Defend the Block. Kohn discusses his multi-faceted role with the program, his unique journey to Ann Arbor, and some areas of discovery and mystery within his basketball studies.
Published on 12/19/2025

Two great guests sit down with Jon Jansen this week to reflect on their careers in the Maize and Blue! Linebacker Jimmy Rolder kicks off the show, and center Greg Crippen stops by around the 8:30 mark.
Published on 12/17/2025

For the sixth time in program history, the Wolverines have started a season with 10 straight wins! Brian and Terry react to Michigan's second half surge in Saturday's 18-point win at Maryland. Then, Brian heads into the Michigan locker room around the 13-minute mark for interviews with Head Coach Dusty May and the team's top two scorers - Yaxel Lendeborg and Aday Mara. The episode concludes with a full highlight recap.
Published on 12/13/2025

Michigan Volleyball just completed an outstanding season, and Jon catches up with one of the program's stars. Senior Serena Nyambio reflects on her outstanding career in the Maize and Blue, the Wolverines' run to the NCAA Tournament's second round, and her ambitious future plans. Programming note: This will be our final Conqu'ring Heroes of 2025. We'll be back in January with more episodes of Conqu'ring Heroes, covering all things Michigan Athletics!
Published on 12/11/2025
