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Defend the Block 324 - Winters Grady & Ashley Sofilkanich
Defend the Block
Published on 8/12/2025
Defend the Block
Published on 8/12/2025
Two new members of the Michigan Basketball family join us this week on Defend the Block. Men's basketball freshman Winters Grady discusses the impact of analytics on his game, his basketball journey to this point, and his acclimation process with the program. Then, around the 20-minute mark, women's basketball transfer Ashley Sofilkanich details her productive career at Bucknell, her excitement to be at Michigan, and the team's summer work to this point.
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Brian visits with Assistant Coach and Director of Player Development Drew Williamson on this week's episode of Defend the Block. Williamson reflects on the Wolverines' run to the national title, details some of the key moments of Michigan's 37-win campaign, and breaks down the development ahead for several returning players for the 2026-27 season. [ Transcript ]
Published on 4/28/2026
We bring you a special edition of Conqu'ring Heroes this week, as Jon presided over a panel discussion at Saturday's Spring Game Celebration Donor Appreciation Event. The discussion focused on the Human Performance & Sport Science (HPSSC) Athlete Innovation Lab, a new laboratory that is integrated within the Michigan Athletics Department as part of a strategic framework to elevate the sport science experiences at U-M to a level that will position the institution as an international leader in educational and research opportunities in this rapidly-advancing field. Panel participants included Ken Kozloff, PhD (HPSSC Co-Director), Nora Boerger (Assistant Coach, Women's Lacrosse), Laila Kostorowski (student-athlete, Women's Lacrosse), and Skylar Reynolds (master's student who works in the HPSSC lab).
Published on 4/23/2026
Jon and Brian break down all aspects of the Wolverines' Spring Game, presented by Original Roofing Company, and put a bow on Michigan's 15 spring practices. Then, they discuss the NFL Draft, including some potential landing spots for NFL-bound Wolverines and a mock draft of the first 10 picks.
Published on 4/22/2026
This week, we turn the podcast over to Michigan Basketball fans who reflect, via emails and voice messages, on the Wolverines' magical run. Thanks to all those who took the time to share their thoughts on this special team, season, and championship.
Published on 4/21/2026
