A Trophy Life: The Naismith Trophy Podcast

Nov 01 2024 250 ep. 17 mins 16

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A podcast dedicated to the stories of the great men and women involved with the Naismith Trophy--the most prestigious individual national honor in amateur basketball! The family of Naismith Awards annually recognizes the most outstanding men’s and women’s college and high school basketball players and coaches. Hosted by Emmy-Award winning basketball play-by-play announcer Bob Rathbun.

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November 1st, 2024 - The New Season is Almost Here with Debbie Antonelli

Nov 01 2024 15 mins

The new season is here! And to kick off our women's coverage, HOFer Debbie Antonelli joins Bob to preview the top teams and players! Plus our News and Notes highlights Monday's big games! WANT TO SUPPORT A TROPHY LIFE?Leave a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Your feedback only helps make the show better, and we appreciate your support! For mo

October 26th, 2024 - Analyzing the new season with Terrence Oglesby

Oct 26 2024 15 mins

The new season is here! Joining us this week is college basketball analyst Terrence Oglesby! He shares his insights on the five media days he covered in preparation of the season! Great insights! Bob also has this week's news and notes. WANT TO SUPPORT A TROPHY LIFE?Leave a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Your feedback only helps make the sh

October 17th, 2024 - New York Times best-selling author: Mirin Fader

Oct 17 2024 15 mins

This week on the podcast, New York Times best-selling author Mirin Fader joins Bob to discuss her new book, DREAM, the Life and Legacy of Hakeem Olajuwon. Mirin discusses his arrival in the USA and his fantastic college career! Plus, the pre-season polls are out! WANT TO SUPPORT A TROPHY LIFE?Leave a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Your feed

October 11th, 2024 - 2018's Werner Ladder Naismith Women's College Coach of the Year: Vic Schaefer

Oct 11 2024 15 mins

Our 2018 Werner Ladder Naismith Women's College Coach of the Year: Vic Schaefer, joins Bob this week to talk about the Texas move to the SEC and more! Plus, there's an under-the-radar event this weekend for USA Basketball! WANT TO SUPPORT A TROPHY LIFE?Leave a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Your feedback only helps make the show better, and

October 3rd, 2024 - Werner Ladder Naismith Men's College Coach of the Year: Dan Hurley

Oct 03 2024 6 mins

This week, our reigning 2024 Werner Ladder Naismith Men's National Coach of the Year Head Coach Dan Hurley joins Bob Rathbun! Plus, the weekly news and notes around college basketball! WANT TO SUPPORT A TROPHY LIFE?Leave a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Your feedback only helps make the show better, and we appreciate your support! For more

September 28th, 2024 - Celebrating Naismith Awards Chairman: Barry Goheen

Sep 28 2024 7 mins

This week on A Trophy Life, we celebrate the legacy of our outgoing Naismith Awards chairman: Barry Goheen! Plus, Bob relays our weekly news and notes! WANT TO SUPPORT A TROPHY LIFE?Leave a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Your feedback only helps make the show better, and we appreciate your support! For more information about the Naismith Tr

September 20th, 2024 - Coach Larry Shyatt

Sep 20 2024 20 mins

This week, former Wyoming and Clemson Head Coach Larry Shyatt joins the podcast! Our silent auction in support of the 13th annual Jersey Mike's Naismith Awards Celebrity Invitational Golf tournament is here! Join in the bidding for trips, VIP experiences, memorabilia, and more! www.Charityauctionstoday.com/auctions/naismith-awards-silent-auction-42820 WANT TO SUPPORT A TROPHY LIFE?

September 12th, 2024 - Auburn Head Coach: Bruce Pearl

Sep 12 2024 16 mins

A Trophy Life is pleased to welcome head coach Bruce Pearl of the Auburn Tigers! Bob Rathbun starts us off by announcing the winners of the 2024 Naismith College Officials of the Year. WANT TO SUPPORT A TROPHY LIFE?Leave a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Your feedback only helps make the show better, and we appreciate your support! For more

September 5th, 2024 - Former Memphis and Georgia Tech Head Coach :Josh Pastner

Sep 05 2024 19 mins

This week, former Memphis and Georgia Tech head coach Josh Pastner joins host Bob, as we gear up for the 24-25 season! Plus, Atlanta is awarded the 2031 Men's Final Four. That and more in our news and notes! WANT TO SUPPORT A TROPHY LIFE?Leave a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Your feedback only helps make the show better, and we appreciate

August 29th, 2024 - Indianapolis Sportswriter Bob Kravitz

Aug 29 2024 13 mins

This week, veteran Indianapolis sportswriter Bob Kravitz drops by to salute our 2024 Jersey Mikes Naismith Trophy women's winner Caitlin Clark and her phenomenal first year in the WNBA. And the other Bob starts us off with the week's news and notes! You can read Bob Kravitz at www.bobkravitz.com WANT TO SUPPORT A TROPHY LIFE?Leave a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever