The Her Hoop Stats Podcast: WNBA & NCAA Women’s Basketball

What are they looking forward to at the 2026 Final Four? What will the coaches do or say to keep their teams focused and locked in? What is up with the title of this episode? All of that and more with Cindy Brunson and Helen Williams.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the 2026 WNBA Expansion Draft set for Friday night, we put together a mock draft featuring Chelsea Leite representing the Toronto Tempo, Sean Highkin handling the Portland Fire duties, and Richard Cohen serving as GM for all remaining teams, unofficially acting as the czar of Expansion Draft rules.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For 95% of the year there were four elite teams, and here they are in Phoenix. Megan Gauer and Rob Joyce recap everything from regional weekend - the games, putting bows on teams whose seasons came to an end, the rims, the two-host setup - quickly hit on some portal/coaching stuff, then preview what is shaping up to be a Final Four for the ages with UConn vs. South Carolina and UCLA vs. Texas on Friday night.(Times are estimates based on podcast player ads)3:40 - Sacramento 4 recap21:42 - Fort Worth 3 recap35:39 - Fort Worth 1 recap54:50 - Sacramento 2 recap1:09:57 - Final Four previewSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Recapping some of the weekend’s biggest moments from the Fort Worth and Sacramento Regionals, and more with Brittany Carper and Jamie Steyer Johnson. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Recapping the Sweet 16 while enjoying Terry Black’s BBQ live from Fort Worth, Megan Gauer and Dano Mataya break down Hannah Hidalgo’s elite performance, UConn’s steady dominance, and how Michigan and Texas are firing on all cylinders, and more!HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We have a date for the 2026 WNBA Expansion Draft, that is. Chelsea Leite and Jamie Steyer Johnson dive into all of the particulars and what it means for the Portland Fire, Toronto Tempo, and the rest of the W. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There are rematches o’ plenty in this year’s Sweet 16. Coach Helen Williams and Marisa Ingemi break them all down, take a look at a few of the other marquee matchups, and more, in this episode. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Deep discussions on a few of the storylines coming out of the Round of 32 with Christy Winters Scott and Cindy Brunson. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Everything you need to know about the opening weekend of the tournament! Rob Joyce & Megan Gauer recap all 16 host sites, and preview regional weekend in Fort Worth and Sacramento. And while the try to find a path for a 1-seed to get upset in the Sweet 16, it seems... arduous.00:00 intro04:10 Sacramento 4 recap25:20 Fort Worth 3 recap37:58 Fort Worth 1 recap51:47 Sacramento 2 recap1:07:16 Sacramento 4 preview1:11:58 Fort Worth 3 preview1:17:04 Sacramento 2 preview1:21:13 Fort Worth 1 previewSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Barn was rocking during the Minnesota vs Ole Miss classic, Jazzy Davidson comes up huge in USC’s overtime win over Clemson, previewing Monday’s closing out of the Round of 32, and taking a look at some of the Seniors’ legacies with Brittany Carper and Tyler DeLuca. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A few first and second round games and players to watch in each region, a little game of ‘upset city’, and more with Brittany Carper and Brian “BMac” Mackay. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Some additional thoughts on yesterday’s announcement on the CBA deal between the WNBA and the WNBPA, breaking down the Mid-Majors possibilities in this year’s NCAA Tournament, and more with Cindy Brunson and Helen Williams. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The WNBA and WNBPA agreed on a new CBA, FIBA World Cup Qualifiers came to a close, and more with Chelsea Leite, Richard Cohen, and Tyler DeLuca. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Your one-stop shop for all things NCAA 1st and 2nd Rounds! Megan Gauer - who went 68-for-68 in her bracketology, it should be pointed out - and Rob Joyce run through every host site for the first two rounds. Potential upsets, names to know, potential speed bumps for the top seeds, even clarifications about bracketing rules... they've got it all. And they end with some Final Four predictions (hint: your Final Four should be chalky).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With an outside shot at the overall No. 1 seed entering the reveal, UCLA landed in a challenging Sacramento region, where potential matchups with LSU and Duke could await. Jamie Steyer Johnson and Marisa Ingemi break down the Bruins’ tournament outlook, and more.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There are still autobids to be won at the low- and mid-major levels, but for the power conference teams the resumes are in... is your team's good enough? Megan Gauer and Rob Joyce break down Megan's (mostly) finalized bracketology, get into the overall #1 seed, those final few hosting spots, and those precious final four spots in the field of 68, with every bubble team in full-blown Tiger regalia watching this weekend's Ivy League tournamentSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Breaking down Team USA’s opening game of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers vs Senegal, Caitlin Clark made her long-awaited return from injury, Paige Bueckers, Angel Reese, and Kiki Iriafen made their debuts for the Senior National Team, and more with Jamie Steyer Johnson and Tyler DeLuca. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our own Helen Williams sits down with Emma Baccellieri, one-half of the team that wrote the book, “Court Queens,” a celebration of the players, teams, and history of Women’s Basketball. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Breaking down the four qualifying tournaments that will make up the 2026 World Cup field with Chelsea Leite and Richard Cohen. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is UCLA national championship-ready? How about the Longhorns’ showing in the SEC title game? Country roads, take it home, to a place the trophy belongs, West Virginia wins the Big 12, the ACC had legacy, overtime, and a classic finish in their championship, and more with Brittany Carper and Cindy Brunson. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Recapping Thursday’s action, previewing what lies ahead. What to make of the impacts on the Bubble, Top seed lines, mid-majors, and more with Megan Gauer and the Podcast Hall of Fame-worthy injury replacement, Brian “BMac” Mackay. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Recapping and reliving this past Athletes Unlimited season, and playing a game where each of them picks a team that could make a run in the ACC, Big Ten, Big 12, and SEC Conference Tournaments. All of that and more with Cindy Brunson and Brian “BMac” Mackay.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As CBA negotiations between the WNBA and WNBPA continue with little clarity for players, conference tournaments are underway nationwide. Brittany Carper and Tyler DeLuca look at a couple of bubble teams, thoughts on postseason awards, and more.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A look at the Power Four Women’s Basketball Conference Tournaments, and more with Christy Winters Scott and Helen Williams. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

An SEC collision course with itself in Greenville, some players, teams, and conference tournaments to keep an eye on, and much more with Brittany Carper and Jamie Steyer Johnson. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The 31-game sprint through the regular season is approaching the finish line. Rob Joyce and Megan Gauer recap one last busy Thursday, talk about what results throughout the SEC, Big Ten, Big 12 and ACC mean for bubble teams in particular. Plus Megan sees the future and tells us what the top-16 reveal will look like on SundaySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

An overtime thriller, a Spiders shooting spectacle, in the A-10, continuing to mention the Mountaineers, Rock Bottom in Rocky Top, and more with Helen Williams and Brian “BMac” Mackay. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today’s episode, Tyler DeLuca and Brian “BMac” Mackay look ahead to the Unrivaled Playoffs and pick a ‘player of prominence’ from each team. The duo also prognosticates on which teams, after South Carolina, will get the double byes in this year’s SEC Tournament. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Giving out some flowers for Iowa WBB’s Jan Jensen, some discussion on those teams on the Bubble, and more with Brittany Carper and Helen Williams. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The ongoing WNBA and WNBPA CBA Negotiations are getting to a cause for concern point, conference tournaments are on the horizon, and more with Chelsea Leite and Jamie Steyer Johnson.  HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Things continue to trend downward in Knoxville after Tennessee dropped a third straight game, this time to Texas A&M, and suddenly things could be looking hairy for March. Plus Megan and Rob discuss everything else from Thursday (LSU's late comeback over Ole Miss, some notable ACC results) and dissect an impactful Wednesday that saw Texas Tech hammer Baylor by 30 and the A-10's multi-bid hopes implode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A preview of a few pivotal Thursday Top 25 matchups, a fun game of “Seed Stealer,” and more with Jamie Steyer Johnson and Brian “BMac” Mackay. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

An update on Athletes Unlimited, the ongoing CBA negotiations between the WNBA and WNBPA, West Virginia flying high under the radar in the Big 12, and much more with Cindy Brunson and Helen Williams! HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A packed weekend of hoops to review! Gamecocks triumph over the Tigers in Baton Rouge, the Longhorns survive against the Lady Vols, and so much more with Brittany Carper and Tyler DeLuca.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Vandy sent a major statement over Texas on Thursday night, and with the first top-16 reveal looming it could had significant implications. Rob and Megan break down that game in-depth, plus all the other happenings from the week (hello TCU!). And, with 15 days left in the regular season, that's seemingly one day for each of Rob's ramblings this week. National Player of the Year, Madison Booker, Big 12 respect, elite coaching, attendance, he plays all the hits.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Taking a deep dive into a few teams from the ACC and SEC. Who are the teams of intrigue? What teams have tournament hopes? All of that and more with Helen Williams and Jamie Steyer Johnson. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Taking a look at the ups and downs of the AP Poll, previewing Unrivaled’s 1-on-1 tournament, and more with Christy Winters Scott and Brian “BMac” Mackay. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Two primetime SEC showdowns stole the spotlight Monday night. Texas outlasted Kentucky, while Vanderbilt caught fire against Oklahoma. Chelsea Leite and Tyler DeLuca push the pace on the fastbreak, breaking down both games and previewing the must-watch showdown between the Longhorns and Commodores.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We start with a quick rundown of the weekend’s biggest moments with Brittany Carper and Brian “BMac” Mackay, then Brittany goes one-on-one with San Diego State WBB head coach Stacie Terry-Hutson. The Aztecs are on a tear, sitting at the top of the Mountain West at 12–1 in conference play. Coach talks about her team culture and identity, recruiting, playing fast, and much more!HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It was another loaded Thursday night across the country, with five ranked-vs-ranked games, plus OT in Athens, an upset in Iowa City and more! Rob Joyce and Megan Gauer recap everything from an impactful week nationally, talk about a wild race to get into the top-16, and give kudos to some teams who have cooled any bubble talk with some pivotal victories.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Reviewing the opening night of Athletes Unlimited’s fifth season, a Top 5 battle in Austin, TX, tonight, and much more with Cindy Brunson and Helen Williams. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On National Girls and Women in Sports Day, we have a new season of Athletes Unlimited set to tipoff tonight, a few of the WNBA and WNBPA CBA negotiation points, the Big Ten’s middle tier is coming down to the wire, and more with Brittany Carper and Chelsea Leite.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Battling through injuries, South Carolina continues to prevail. The Tarheels went into Raleigh and outlasted the Wolfpack in a Play4Kay game classic, a ‘State of Iowa’ address, an update on the WNBA and WNBPA CBA negotiations…sort of, and more with Christy Winters Scott and Jamie Steyer Johnson. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This weekend was jam-packed with the WWE Royal Rumble, The Grammys, Unrivaled in Philly, and some awesome college basketball action. Brian “BMac” Mackay and Tyler DeLuca are here to talk about it ALL! HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It wasn't the busiest week of the season, but there was still plenty to recap from the week. But boy oh boy is it coming as the calendar flips to February. Sunday and Thursday each feature SIX top-25 showdowns. Megan Gauer and Rob Joyce run through all of it and discuss what the updated tournament picture looks like as we have single-digit games remaining for most in the regular season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Breaking down the ins and outs of the 2026 Kathy Delaney-Smith Mid-Major Coach of the Year Midseason Watch List, teams to watch as we pass the midseason point, and more with Brittany Carper and Helen Williams. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How will Taylor McCabe’s injury affect Iowa? Vic Schaefer had some thoughts about his team’s 3pt shooting criticism. Caitlin Clark enters the NBA world, and more with Christy Winters Scott and Brian “BMac” Mackay. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Inspired by her first viewing of the award-winning movie “Challengers”, Chelsea Leite and Tyler DeLuca explore the intersections of art, emotion, and sport.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The SEC makes history with 10 Top 25 teams, a Big Ten omission raises eyebrows, the Big 12 delivers its usual parity, and more with Cindy Brunson and Jamie Steyer Johnson.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Megan is back and better than ever and we've got GAMES to discuss. Another crazy Thursday with two top-20 games going to overtime in Norman and College Park, plus everything else that happened throughout Wednesday and Thursday. Then on Sunday there's (barring weather) a top-5 SEC clash in Columbia between South Carolina and still-undefeated Vanderbilt. Alaina Morris of Vandy 24/7 jumps on to talk Commodores.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.