Maryland basketball alum ('05-'09) Dave Neal joins The Shell Shock Experience to talk about his time as a Terp, playing for Gary Williams, playing with Greivis Vasquez, competing in the ACC, and working his way into the starting lineup. Dave shares his thoughts on this year's Maryland team, the job Kevin Willard has done so far, and the value to the program of having an alumni team like Shell Shock competing in the TBT. Dave also catches us up on what he's doing after basketball and suggests the next Terp we should talk to. Presented by Vision Media Solutions and brought to you by Shell Shock, the Maryland alumni team in The Basketball Tournament!

0:00 - Intro
5:00 - A memorable Gary Williams story
7:35 - Why playing against UNC was personal
13:34 - The Duke-Maryland rivalry
18:43 - The two sides of Gary Williams & why they made him great
24:45 - What it was like playing with Greivis Vasquez
30:30 - Thoughts on this year's Maryland team
35:18 - Why Shell Shock, Maryland’s TBT team, is exciting for the Maryland program as a whole
39:59 - Watching Maryland as a kid
41:43 - Earning a scholarship from Maryland
46:29 - Living in Brazil, other life updates

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Former college basketball coach David Kaplan (@Coach_Kap) and Matt Modderno host a Media Day with Mount St. Mary's (@MountHoops) head coach Donny Lind (@dslind) and key players Xavier Lipscomb (@Xavier._45), Dola Adebayo (@Dola.9) and Carmelo Pacheco (@melopacheco1). We cover lots of topics including: style of play, team identity, building the right culture, why players chose MSM, who has the best taste in music and fashion among the players, and so much more. Presented by betonline.ag!

0:00 - Mount head coach Donny Lind

22:00 - veteran guard Xavier Lipscomb

36:00 - versatile forward Dola Adebayo

51:00 - sharpshooter Carmelo Pacheco

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Point guard & DMV native Elijah Hawkins has transferred to Texas Tech for his senior season, after spending two seasons at Howard and last year at Minnesota. Last season, Hawkins finished 2nd nationally in assists per game & is motivated to improve on that mark this season. We discussed his decision to transfer to Texas Tech, how his role may change, what new elements of his game he's going to show this season, and how playing in the DMV prepared him for both the Big10 and Big12 Conferences. He also shared some insight into how to be such an effective facilitator, which players he studies, and what he does for fun off the court. Presented by betonline.ag!

0:00 - Intro
2:57 - Having to decide when to score, when to distribute
4:51 - Which guards he models his game after
6:43 - Finishing around the rim despite being undersized
8:38 - Why he picked Texas Tech
10:38 - How the WCAC prepares players for college
14:21 - Texas Tech’s keys to success
14:30 - Off-court interests
16:43 - Why DMV basketball is the best in the country

Inside Maryland Sports (InsideMDSports.com) & Made Hoops (madehoops.com) recruiting expert Colby Giacubeno joins Matt Modderno to discuss Maryland Basketball recruiting, including their signing of Marcus Jackson and where they stand with their other top options. They also break down the other top names in the DMV and where they might be headed, including Acaden Lewis, Eric Reibe, Nate Ament, and Baba Oladotun. Other names covered: Cam Ward, Jordan Scott, Christian Jeffrey, Tyler Jackson, Efeosa Oliogu, Shane Pendergrass, Parker Robinson, Riley Jacobs, and Grant Polk. Presented by betonline.ag!

0:00 - intro

1:50 - Maryland commit Marcus Jackson’s progression throughout high school

6:01 - Jackson’s reunion, fit with Derik Queen

8:55 - Maryland’s made recruiting Baltimore a priority

12:26 - Largo four-star forward Cam Ward’s recruitment

14:12 - One Maryland assistant LIVES in the gym

16:06 - How likely is it that Maryland can land legacy recruit Jordan Scott?

18:31 - Maryland’s chances with Mt. Zion Prep PG Christian Jeffrey are looking good

23:58 - Kevin Willard’s blue-print

29:12 - Who else is Maryland going after?

34:28 - Updates on top 2025 DMV prospects Acaden Lewis & Eric Reibe

47:52 - Maryland 2026 target Parker Robinson

52:00 - Why DMV prospects Nate Ament and Baba Oladotun have the highest ceilings

57:00 - Who are some underrated local prospects?

In his freshmen season, American University's Greg Jones started 7 of 32 games and averaged 2.9 points, 2.3 rebounds, .6 assists, and .7 steals. Jones talked about his freshman year experience, what he needs to do to be more successful, how he thinks he can help the AU team in an increased role, and what he's been working on this offseason. He also talks about his relationship with his teammates and coaches, the overall team dynamic, and what the team needs to do to challenge for the Patriot League title. Presented by betonline.ag!

0:00 - Intro 3:15 - Adjusting to college basketball after playing for a public school team in HS 5:24 - Versatility, playing & defending multiple positions 11:59 - Growing more comfortable, seeing why coaches don’t trust freshmen 15:51 - Thoughts on this years team 18:53 - Team vibes, why entering the portal was never in consideration 22:58 - Experience in the Kenner League 27:21 - Off-court interests 29:05 - A stacked AAU team