Champaign Room Hoops: Recent Episodes
Beyond The Big 10
Looking for a podcast that fills you in on all things Illini? Look no further. A podcast about University of Illinois basketball hosted by ex-players and alumni. From practices to the games, to the locker room, to the coach's office — we take you into every corner of the program and tell you what goes on.
Sam Maniscalco and Bill Cole welcome back 10-year NBA Veteran Meyers Leonard to react to the Ilini streaking to the Sweet 16, the rising star of Terrence Shannon Jr, the one move by Brad Underwood that changed their season and a full preview of the team's next matchup against Iowa State in the NCAA Tournament!
Looking for a podcast that fills you in on all things Illini? Look no further. A podcast about University of Illinois basketball hosted by ex-players and alumni. From practices to the games, to the locker room, to the coach's office — we take you into every corner of the program and tell you what goes on.
Follow Brandon and Sam:
Brandon Paul: Instagram, Twitter
Sam Maniscalco: Instagram, Twitter
Follow Beyond The Big Ten:
TikTok
YouTube
Beyond the Big 10 is a network of podcasts that aims to be your go-to resource for all things Big Ten. We cover the entire conference, with shows hosted by ex-players and athletic alumni, aiming to be your go-to source of information and entertainment for your favorite team. Hosted by ex-Big Ten players, media, and insiders, our podcasts are focused on giving diehard fans and alums an inside scoop about the teams and people that make The Big Ten Conference one of the most watched and most talked about conferences in sports. We’re excited to talk Big Ten basketball with you, wherever you may be. Subscribe now!
Sam Maniscalco and Bill Cole return to react to the Illini locking down the Big 10 Tournament Title, talk Terrence Shannon Jr taking to the next level and preview the team's matchup against Morehead St to kick off the NCAA Tournament
Looking for a podcast that fills you in on all things Illini? Look no further. A podcast about University of Illinois basketball hosted by ex-players and alumni. From practices to the games, to the locker room, to the coach's office — we take you into every corner of the program and tell you what goes on.
Follow Brandon and Sam:
Brandon Paul: Instagram, Twitter
Sam Maniscalco: Instagram, Twitter
Follow Beyond The Big Ten:
TikTok
YouTube
Beyond the Big 10 is a network of podcasts that aims to be your go-to resource for all things Big Ten. We cover the entire conference, with shows hosted by ex-players and athletic alumni, aiming to be your go-to source of information and entertainment for your favorite team. Hosted by ex-Big Ten players, media, and insiders, our podcasts are focused on giving diehard fans and alums an inside scoop about the teams and people that make The Big Ten Conference one of the most watched and most talked about conferences in sports. We’re excited to talk Big Ten basketball with you, wherever you may be. Subscribe now!
Bill Cole and Sam Maniscalco welcome radio play-by-play announcer Doug Altenberger joins the show to talk about the impact of Terrence Shannon Jr getting back into a rhythm, preview the upcoming slate of games and MORE!
Looking for a podcast that fills you in on all things Illini? Look no further. A podcast about University of Illinois basketball hosted by ex-players and alumni. From practices to the games, to the locker room, to the coach's office — we take you into every corner of the program and tell you what goes on.
Follow Brandon and Sam:
Brandon Paul: Instagram, Twitter
Sam Maniscalco: Instagram, Twitter
Follow Beyond The Big Ten:
TikTok
YouTube
Beyond the Big 10 is a network of podcasts that aims to be your go-to resource for all things Big Ten. We cover the entire conference, with shows hosted by ex-players and athletic alumni, aiming to be your go-to source of information and entertainment for your favorite team. Hosted by ex-Big Ten players, media, and insiders, our podcasts are focused on giving diehard fans and alums an inside scoop about the teams and people that make The Big Ten Conference one of the most watched and most talked about conferences in sports. We’re excited to talk Big Ten basketball with you, wherever you may be. Subscribe now!
Bill Cole and Sam Maniscalco welcome back legendary Illini coach Bruce Weber to get his perspectives on this year's team, the level of competition and talent throughout the Big 10 and who he likes to surprise come March Madness!
Looking for a podcast that fills you in on all things Illini? Look no further. A podcast about University of Illinois basketball hosted by ex-players and alumni. From practices to the games, to the locker room, to the coach's office — we take you into every corner of the program and tell you what goes on.
Follow Brandon and Sam:
Brandon Paul: Instagram, Twitter
Sam Maniscalco: Instagram, Twitter
Follow Beyond The Big Ten:
TikTok
YouTube
Beyond the Big 10 is a network of podcasts that aims to be your go-to resource for all things Big Ten. We cover the entire conference, with shows hosted by ex-players and athletic alumni, aiming to be your go-to source of information and entertainment for your favorite team. Hosted by ex-Big Ten players, media, and insiders, our podcasts are focused on giving diehard fans and alums an inside scoop about the teams and people that make The Big Ten Conference one of the most watched and most talked about conferences in sports. We’re excited to talk Big Ten basketball with you, wherever you may be. Subscribe now!
Sam Maniscalco and Bill Cole are back to break down the Illini's play over the past two weeks without star Terrence Shannon Jr. They dissect the perception vs reality when it comes to the progress of the team vs Illini twitter PLUS preview the next upcoming slate of games against Michigan, Rutgers, Northwestern and MORE!
Looking for a podcast that fills you in on all things Illini? Look no further. A podcast about University of Illinois basketball hosted by ex-players and alumni. From practices to the games, to the locker room, to the coach's office — we take you into every corner of the program and tell you what goes on.
Follow Brandon and Sam:
Brandon Paul: Instagram, Twitter
Sam Maniscalco: Instagram, Twitter
Follow Beyond The Big Ten:
TikTok
YouTube
Beyond the Big 10 is a network of podcasts that aims to be your go-to resource for all things Big Ten. We cover the entire conference, with shows hosted by ex-players and athletic alumni, aiming to be your go-to source of information and entertainment for your favorite team. Hosted by ex-Big Ten players, media, and insiders, our podcasts are focused on giving diehard fans and alums an inside scoop about the teams and people that make The Big Ten Conference one of the most watched and most talked about conferences in sports. We’re excited to talk Big Ten basketball with you, wherever you may be. Subscribe now!
Former Illini players Bill Cole and Sam Maniscalco react to the Terrence Shannon suspension and what this means for the future of a surging Illini team
Looking for a podcast that fills you in on all things Illini? Look no further. A podcast about University of Illinois basketball hosted by ex-players and alumni. From practices to the games, to the locker room, to the coach's office — we take you into every corner of the program and tell you what goes on.
Follow Brandon and Sam:
Brandon Paul: Instagram, Twitter
Sam Maniscalco: Instagram, Twitter
Follow Beyond The Big Ten:
TikTok
YouTube
Beyond the Big 10 is a network of podcasts that aims to be your go-to resource for all things Big Ten. We cover the entire conference, with shows hosted by ex-players and athletic alumni, aiming to be your go-to source of information and entertainment for your favorite team. Hosted by ex-Big Ten players, media, and insiders, our podcasts are focused on giving diehard fans and alums an inside scoop about the teams and people that make The Big Ten Conference one of the most watched and most talked about conferences in sports. We’re excited to talk Big Ten basketball with you, wherever you may be. Subscribe now!
Former Illini great Brandon Paul makes his Champaign Room debut with Bill Cole and Sam Maniscalco! They break down a tough loss to ranked Tennessee, take stock of the point guard situation and preview the upcoming slate of games!
Looking for a podcast that fills you in on all things Illini? Look no further. A podcast about University of Illinois basketball hosted by ex-players and alumni. From practices to the games, to the locker room, to the coach's office — we take you into every corner of the program and tell you what goes on.
Follow Brandon and Sam:
Brandon Paul: Instagram, Twitter
Sam Maniscalco: Instagram, Twitter
Follow Beyond The Big Ten:
TikTok
YouTube
Beyond the Big 10 is a network of podcasts that aims to be your go-to resource for all things Big Ten. We cover the entire conference, with shows hosted by ex-players and athletic alumni, aiming to be your go-to source of information and entertainment for your favorite team. Hosted by ex-Big Ten players, media, and insiders, our podcasts are focused on giving diehard fans and alums an inside scoop about the teams and people that make The Big Ten Conference one of the most watched and most talked about conferences in sports. We’re excited to talk Big Ten basketball with you, wherever you may be. Subscribe now!
Former Illini Bill Cole and Sam Maniscalco are pumped to be back in the Champaign Room to preview the 2023-24 season for a very exciting Illinois team!
Looking for a podcast that fills you in on all things Illini? Look no further. A podcast about University of Illinois basketball hosted by ex-players and alumni. From practices to the games, to the locker room, to the coach's office — we take you into every corner of the program and tell you what goes on.
Follow Brandon and Sam:
Brandon Paul: Instagram, Twitter
Sam Maniscalco: Instagram, Twitter
Follow Beyond The Big Ten:
TikTok
YouTube
Beyond the Big 10 is a network of podcasts that aims to be your go-to resource for all things Big Ten. We cover the entire conference, with shows hosted by ex-players and athletic alumni, aiming to be your go-to source of information and entertainment for your favorite team. Hosted by ex-Big Ten players, media, and insiders, our podcasts are focused on giving diehard fans and alums an inside scoop about the teams and people that make The Big Ten Conference one of the most watched and most talked about conferences in sports. We’re excited to talk Big Ten basketball with you, wherever you may be. Subscribe now!
Portal Talk discussions from Beyond The Big Ten hosts Geo Baker (R U Listening) Sam Maniscalco (Champaign Room Hoops) Kendal Shell (Outside The Barn) and Adam Jardy (Carmen's Crew). The guys discuss Cam Spencer, Caleb Love, Hunter Dickenson, Chris Holtmann and dive into the current buzz around the transfer portal, NIL, how it's become a "Pay to Play, Wild West, Brand Builder" of college basketball.
Follow Beyond The Big Ten:
TikTok
YouTube
Beyond the Big 10 is a network of podcasts that aims to be your go-to resource for all things Big Ten. We cover the entire conference, with shows hosted by ex-players and athletic alumni, aiming to be your go-to source of information and entertainment for your favorite team. Hosted by ex-Big Ten players, media, and insiders, our podcasts are focused on giving diehard fans and alums an inside scoop about the teams and people that make The Big Ten Conference one of the most watched and most talked about conferences in sports. We’re excited to talk Big Ten basketball with you, wherever you may be. Subscribe now!
EXCLUSIVE interview with BOO BUIE returning to Northwestern
Wildcat Alley is a podcast about Northwestern University basketball hosted by Juice Thompson and Alex Marcotullio, ex-players and alumni that takes you inside the Wildcats. From practices to the games, to the locker room, to the coach's office — we take you into every corner of the program and tell you what goes on.
Follow Alex and Juice:
Alex Marcotullio: Instagram, Twitter
Michael Thompson Instagram, Twitter
Follow Beyond The Big Ten:
TikTok
YouTube
Beyond the Big 10 is a network of podcasts that aims to be your go-to resource for all things Big Ten. We cover the entire conference, with shows hosted by ex-players and athletic alumni, aiming to be your go-to source of information and entertainment for your favorite team. Hosted by ex-Big Ten players, media, and insiders, our podcasts are focused on giving diehard fans and alums an inside scoop about the teams and people that make The Big Ten Conference one of the most watched and most talked about conferences in sports. We’re excited to talk Big Ten basketball with you, wherever you may be. Subscribe now!
Sam Maniscalco, Adam Jardy, Kendal Shell, and Evan Turner get together to discuss college basketball's transfer portal and its impact on the game.
Follow Beyond The Big Ten:
TikTok
YouTube
Beyond the Big 10 is a network of podcasts that aims to be your go-to resource for all things Big Ten. We cover the entire conference, with shows hosted by ex-players and athletic alumni, aiming to be your go-to source of information and entertainment for your favorite team. Hosted by ex-Big Ten players, media, and insiders, our podcasts are focused on giving diehard fans and alums an inside scoop about the teams and people that make The Big Ten Conference one of the most watched and most talked about conferences in sports. We’re excited to talk Big Ten basketball with you, wherever you may be. Subscribe now!
Recorded 3/19/23
Looking for a podcast that fills you in on all things Illini? Look no further. A podcast about University of Illinois basketball hosted by ex-players and alumni. From practices to the games, to the locker room, to the coach's office — we take you into every corner of the program and tell you what goes on.
Follow Brandon and Sam:
Brandon Paul: Instagram, Twitter
Sam Maniscalco: Instagram, Twitter
Follow Beyond The Big Ten:
TikTok
YouTube
Beyond the Big 10 is a network of podcasts that aims to be your go-to resource for all things Big Ten. We cover the entire conference, with shows hosted by ex-players and athletic alumni, aiming to be your go-to source of information and entertainment for your favorite team. Hosted by ex-Big Ten players, media, and insiders, our podcasts are focused on giving diehard fans and alums an inside scoop about the teams and people that make The Big Ten Conference one of the most watched and most talked about conferences in sports. We’re excited to talk Big Ten basketball with you, wherever you may be. Subscribe now!
Recorded 3/7/23
Looking for a podcast that fills you in on all things Illini? Look no further. A podcast about University of Illinois basketball hosted by ex-players and alumni. From practices to the games, to the locker room, to the coach's office — we take you into every corner of the program and tell you what goes on.
Follow Brandon and Sam:
Brandon Paul: Instagram, Twitter
Sam Maniscalco: Instagram, Twitter
Follow Beyond The Big Ten:
TikTok
YouTube
Beyond the Big 10 is a network of podcasts that aims to be your go-to resource for all things Big Ten. We cover the entire conference, with shows hosted by ex-players and athletic alumni, aiming to be your go-to source of information and entertainment for your favorite team. Hosted by ex-Big Ten players, media, and insiders, our podcasts are focused on giving diehard fans and alums an inside scoop about the teams and people that make The Big Ten Conference one of the most watched and most talked about conferences in sports. We’re excited to talk Big Ten basketball with you, wherever you may be. Subscribe now!
Recorded 3/4/23
Looking for a podcast that fills you in on all things Illini? Look no further. A podcast about University of Illinois basketball hosted by ex-players and alumni. From practices to the games, to the locker room, to the coach's office — we take you into every corner of the program and tell you what goes on.
Follow Brandon and Sam:
Brandon Paul: Instagram, Twitter
Sam Maniscalco: Instagram, Twitter
Follow Beyond The Big Ten:
TikTok
YouTube
Beyond the Big 10 is a network of podcasts that aims to be your go-to resource for all things Big Ten. We cover the entire conference, with shows hosted by ex-players and athletic alumni, aiming to be your go-to source of information and entertainment for your favorite team. Hosted by ex-Big Ten players, media, and insiders, our podcasts are focused on giving diehard fans and alums an inside scoop about the teams and people that make The Big Ten Conference one of the most watched and most talked about conferences in sports. We’re excited to talk Big Ten basketball with you, wherever you may be. Subscribe now!
Recorded 2/26/23
Looking for a podcast that fills you in on all things Illini? Look no further. A podcast about University of Illinois basketball hosted by ex-players and alumni. From practices to the games, to the locker room, to the coach's office — we take you into every corner of the program and tell you what goes on.
Follow Brandon and Sam:
Brandon Paul: Instagram, Twitter
Sam Maniscalco: Instagram, Twitter
Follow Beyond The Big Ten:
TikTok
YouTube
Beyond the Big 10 is a network of podcasts that aims to be your go-to resource for all things Big Ten. We cover the entire conference, with shows hosted by ex-players and athletic alumni, aiming to be your go-to source of information and entertainment for your favorite team. Hosted by ex-Big Ten players, media, and insiders, our podcasts are focused on giving diehard fans and alums an inside scoop about the teams and people that make The Big Ten Conference one of the most watched and most talked about conferences in sports. We’re excited to talk Big Ten basketball with you, wherever you may be. Subscribe now!
Recorded 2/12/23
Looking for a podcast that fills you in on all things Illini? Look no further. A podcast about University of Illinois basketball hosted by ex-players and alumni. From practices to the games, to the locker room, to the coach's office — we take you into every corner of the program and tell you what goes on.
Follow Brandon and Sam:
Brandon Paul: Instagram, Twitter
Sam Maniscalco: Instagram, Twitter
Follow Beyond The Big Ten:
TikTok
YouTube
Beyond the Big 10 is a network of podcasts that aims to be your go-to resource for all things Big Ten. We cover the entire conference, with shows hosted by ex-players and athletic alumni, aiming to be your go-to source of information and entertainment for your favorite team. Hosted by ex-Big Ten players, media, and insiders, our podcasts are focused on giving diehard fans and alums an inside scoop about the teams and people that make The Big Ten Conference one of the most watched and most talked about conferences in sports. We’re excited to talk Big Ten basketball with you, wherever you may be. Subscribe now!
Recorded 2/5/23
Looking for a podcast that fills you in on all things Illini? Look no further. A podcast about University of Illinois basketball hosted by ex-players and alumni. From practices to the games, to the locker room, to the coach's office — we take you into every corner of the program and tell you what goes on.
Follow Brandon and Sam:
Brandon Paul: Instagram, Twitter
Sam Maniscalco: Instagram, Twitter
Follow Beyond The Big Ten:
TikTok
YouTube
Beyond the Big 10 is a network of podcasts that aims to be your go-to resource for all things Big Ten. We cover the entire conference, with shows hosted by ex-players and athletic alumni, aiming to be your go-to source of information and entertainment for your favorite team. Hosted by ex-Big Ten players, media, and insiders, our podcasts are focused on giving diehard fans and alums an inside scoop about the teams and people that make The Big Ten Conference one of the most watched and most talked about conferences in sports. We’re excited to talk Big Ten basketball with you, wherever you may be. Subscribe now!
Recorded 2/1/23
Looking for a podcast that fills you in on all things Illini? Look no further. A podcast about University of Illinois basketball hosted by ex-players and alumni. From practices to the games, to the locker room, to the coach's office — we take you into every corner of the program and tell you what goes on.
Follow Brandon and Sam:
Brandon Paul: Instagram, Twitter
Sam Maniscalco: Instagram, Twitter
Follow Beyond The Big Ten:
TikTok
YouTube
Beyond the Big 10 is a network of podcasts that aims to be your go-to resource for all things Big Ten. We cover the entire conference, with shows hosted by ex-players and athletic alumni, aiming to be your go-to source of information and entertainment for your favorite team. Hosted by ex-Big Ten players, media, and insiders, our podcasts are focused on giving diehard fans and alums an inside scoop about the teams and people that make The Big Ten Conference one of the most watched and most talked about conferences in sports. We’re excited to talk Big Ten basketball with you, wherever you may be. Subscribe now!
Recorded 1/20/23
Looking for a podcast that fills you in on all things Illini? Look no further. A podcast about University of Illinois basketball hosted by ex-players and alumni. From practices to the games, to the locker room, to the coach's office — we take you into every corner of the program and tell you what goes on.
Follow Brandon and Sam:
Brandon Paul: Instagram, Twitter
Sam Maniscalco: Instagram, Twitter
Follow Beyond The Big Ten:
TikTok
YouTube
Beyond the Big 10 is a network of podcasts that aims to be your go-to resource for all things Big Ten. We cover the entire conference, with shows hosted by ex-players and athletic alumni, aiming to be your go-to source of information and entertainment for your favorite team. Hosted by ex-Big Ten players, media, and insiders, our podcasts are focused on giving diehard fans and alums an inside scoop about the teams and people that make The Big Ten Conference one of the most watched and most talked about conferences in sports. We’re excited to talk Big Ten basketball with you, wherever you may be. Subscribe now!
Recorded 1/15/23
Looking for a podcast that fills you in on all things Illini? Look no further. A podcast about University of Illinois basketball hosted by ex-players and alumni. From practices to the games, to the locker room, to the coach's office — we take you into every corner of the program and tell you what goes on.
Follow Brandon and Sam:
Brandon Paul: Instagram, Twitter
Sam Maniscalco: Instagram, Twitter
Follow Beyond The Big Ten:
TikTok
YouTube
Beyond the Big 10 is a network of podcasts that aims to be your go-to resource for all things Big Ten. We cover the entire conference, with shows hosted by ex-players and athletic alumni, aiming to be your go-to source of information and entertainment for your favorite team. Hosted by ex-Big Ten players, media, and insiders, our podcasts are focused on giving diehard fans and alums an inside scoop about the teams and people that make The Big Ten Conference one of the most watched and most talked about conferences in sports. We’re excited to talk Big Ten basketball with you, wherever you may be. Subscribe now!
Recorded 1/8/23
Looking for a podcast that fills you in on all things Illini? Look no further. A podcast about University of Illinois basketball hosted by ex-players and alumni. From practices to the games, to the locker room, to the coach's office — we take you into every corner of the program and tell you what goes on.
Follow Brandon and Sam:
Brandon Paul: Instagram, Twitter
Sam Maniscalco: Instagram, Twitter
Follow Beyond The Big Ten:
TikTok
YouTube
Beyond the Big 10 is a network of podcasts that aims to be your go-to resource for all things Big Ten. We cover the entire conference, with shows hosted by ex-players and athletic alumni, aiming to be your go-to source of information and entertainment for your favorite team. Hosted by ex-Big Ten players, media, and insiders, our podcasts are focused on giving diehard fans and alums an inside scoop about the teams and people that make The Big Ten Conference one of the most watched and most talked about conferences in sports. We’re excited to talk Big Ten basketball with you, wherever you may be. Subscribe now!
Recorded 1/6/23
Looking for a podcast that fills you in on all things Illini? Look no further. A podcast about University of Illinois basketball hosted by ex-players and alumni. From practices to the games, to the locker room, to the coach's office — we take you into every corner of the program and tell you what goes on.
Follow Brandon and Sam:
Brandon Paul: Instagram, Twitter
Sam Maniscalco: Instagram, Twitter
Follow Beyond The Big Ten:
TikTok
YouTube
Beyond the Big 10 is a network of podcasts that aims to be your go-to resource for all things Big Ten. We cover the entire conference, with shows hosted by ex-players and athletic alumni, aiming to be your go-to source of information and entertainment for your favorite team. Hosted by ex-Big Ten players, media, and insiders, our podcasts are focused on giving diehard fans and alums an inside scoop about the teams and people that make The Big Ten Conference one of the most watched and most talked about conferences in sports. We’re excited to talk Big Ten basketball with you, wherever you may be. Subscribe now!
Looking for a podcast that fills you in on all things Illini? Look no further. A podcast about University of Illinois basketball hosted by ex-players and alumni. From practices to the games, to the locker room, to the coach's office — we take you into every corner of the program and tell you what goes on.
Follow Brandon and Sam:
Brandon Paul: Instagram, Twitter
Sam Maniscalco: Instagram, Twitter
Follow Beyond The Big Ten:
YouTube
Beyond the Big 10 is a network of podcasts that aims to be your go-to resource for all things Big Ten. We cover the entire conference, with shows hosted by ex-players and athletic alumni, aiming to be your go-to source of information and entertainment for your favorite team. Hosted by ex-Big Ten players, media, and insiders, our podcasts are focused on giving diehard fans and alums an inside scoop about the teams and people that make The Big Ten Conference one of the most watched and most talked about conferences in sports. We’re excited to talk Big Ten basketball with you, wherever you may be. Subscribe now!