Talking Florida Gators Basketball with weekly guests, features, game analysis and more. Giving a program that’s become a national power the attention it deserves.
Jake Winderman (CBS Sports) joins Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) to discuss Florida's SEC basketball schedule, which was just released by the league this week.
Neil and Jake also break down the winners and SEC Contenders from Portal Season, with a focus on the teams they believe can win the SEC in 2024-2025.
Finally, are the Gators deep enough to go deep? Jake and Neil on how they'd like to see Florida fill out its roster.
Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) offer breakdowns of Florida's newest portal additions, Sam Alexis of UT Chattanooga and Reuben Chinyelu of Washington State. What to expect from the 2 newest Gators frontcourt pieces, and why Todd Golden's defensive thinking may have influenced the decisions to recruit these players.
Plus, Florida lands its first top 50 recruit of the Golden era. What to expect from Alex Lloyd, the top 50 guard from Westminster Academy in Fort Lauderdale who chose the Gators on Wednesday over Michigan State and Miami, among other programs.
Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) answer questions asked by our Patreon subscribers. Questions range from transfer portal targets to defensive scheme to what to expect from Florida on the recruiting trail. The national championship game, between UConn and Purdue, is also previewed.
FBH sat down with former All-SEC Gator Jennifer George to chat about Florida hoops on the men's and women's sides. What she likes about the build of each program, and what she hopes to see in 2024-25.
We also talked about Jennifer's charity, the Girls Basketball Worldwide Foundation, which brings hoops into underserved communities, offering young girls the game and mentorship and educational opportunities along the way.
Be sure to check out the upcoming charity event--the Greens for Hoops Golf Scramble-- where opening night festivities tickets are still available. Learn more at: https://www.instagram.com/greensforhoopscramble/.
Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) break down Florida's 102-100 loss to Colorado in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
Yes, the referees were abysmal.
Yes, Florida was bad on defense.
Yes, Walter Clayton was a win away from being immortal.
Yes, it was a good season.
But it left us all wanting a little more...
Plus, an overview of Florida's portal needs, and a 10,000 foot view of the program after Todd Golden's second season in Gainesville.
Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) break down Florida's 7 seed on Selection Sunday. Why a 7 seed was wrong, but could work in Florida's favor. Plus, previews of Florida's opening round matchup, which will be against the First Four winner of Colorado/Boise State.
The guys also recap Florida's tough SEC Championship Game loss to Auburn.
Finally, a peek ahead to why a second round matchup with Marquette might favor the Gators.
Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) breakdown Florida's epic comeback win over Texas A&M in the SEC Tournament semifinals.
How Denzel Aberdeen and Alex Condon keyed the Gators rally against the Aggies-- and why Florida's defense won the day early in the second half.
Plus, our preview of the SEC Championship Game, against an Auburn team with an exceptional frontcourt and depth-- but no elite talent-- at guard.
Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) break down Florida's 85-80 SEC Tournament win over Georgia. Why the 11th straight win over Georgia is always the toughest, and what to expect in Florida's SEC quarterfinal against Alabama.
Plus, bracketology, SEC Tournament thoughts, Nashville food, and much more...
Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) breakdown Florida's 105-87 win over No. 16 Alabama.
All the takeaways from a special Senior Night in the O'Dome.
Plus, why Florida's offensive adjustments-- and its best defensive game all season-- were encouraging long term.
Next- a preview of Florida's trip to Vanderbilt.
Finally, the guys talk brackets, Florida's position in bracketology, and what to make of Florida's resume as the season hits Championship Week.
Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) break down Florida's 82-76 loss at . 18 South Carolina. Why Florida struggled with the Gamecocks zone, and how Florida could have won the game regardless..
Plus, a big preview of Florida's Senior Night game against Alabama. The first game was a classic. Will the Gators exact some vengeance-- and grab a huge win in the process?
Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) on Florida's 20th win over the season-- a strange, grind it out game against Missouri. Other topics discussed include Florida's return to an offensive rebounding identity, the value of turnover percentage, and what to make of Riley Kugel's decreased usage.
Finally, a preview of Florida's road game and Quad 1 opportunity at No. 18 South Carolina. What makes the Gamecocks "hard to guard", and why this is the type of contrast of styles game that could define the Gators ceiling in March.
Your feedback is valuable to us. Should you encounter any bugs, glitches, lack of functionality or other problems, please email us on [email protected] or join Moon.FM Telegram Group where you can talk directly to the dev team who are happy to answer any queries.