🗣️🗣️ Summer Shootaround Announcement !! - Eye On College Basketball

Summary

Eye On College Basketball Podcast Summary Episode: 🗣️🗣️ Summer Shootaround Announcement !!
Release Date: July 25, 2025

Introduction to the Summer Shootaround Series

In the latest episode of Eye On College Basketball, hosts Gary Parish and Matt Norlander unveil exciting updates to their beloved Summer Shootaround series. As summer kicks in, listeners are treated to a comprehensive overview of the upcoming series, highlighting new formats and opportunities for fan engagement.

Expanded Team Lineup and Auction Format

Gary Parish kicks off the discussion by introducing significant changes to the Shootaround series. Unlike previous seasons, this year’s series will feature 16 predetermined teams. Additionally, for the first time, three fan bases will have the chance to win bonus episodes through an auction process.

Gary Parish [02:37]: "Our shoot around series is going to feature 16 teams this offseason. But unlike past years when there was only one team up for auction for a bonus episode, we're going to have three fan bases be able to win a bonus episode this off season if their bids are highest."

All proceeds from these auctions will be donated to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, reflecting the hosts' commitment to giving back to the community.

Participating Teams

Matt Norlander provides a detailed list of the 13 predetermined teams that will be featured in the Shootaround series. These teams, presented in alphabetical order, include:

Arkansas
BYU
Connecticut
Duke
Florida
Houston
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisville
North Carolina
Purdue
St. John's
Texas Tech

He emphasizes the anticipation by keeping the final airing order a surprise.

Matt Norlander [03:22]: "We have a baker's dozen of predetermined teams and here is the list of those teams in alphabetical order... Arkansas, BYU, Connecticut, Duke, Florida, Houston, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisville, North Carolina, Purdue, St. John's and Texas Tech."

Following these, three additional teams will be determined through the auction process, allowing fans of other schools to vie for exclusive coverage.

How to Participate in the Auctions

The auction for bonus episodes will take place on eBay, starting in August. Gary Parish encourages fans to stay informed by following the podcast’s updates to access bidding links.

Gary Parish [03:48]: "We're planning on putting those auction episodes up for grabs on eBay again. And you still got time to get involved. The auctions, they won't even go live until August."

Listeners are urged to rally support for their favorite schools if they are not already featured, ensuring their voices are heard in the auction process.

Enhanced Episode Structure with Special Guests

Acknowledging the challenges of the summer schedule, Matt Norlander announces that not all Shootaround episodes will follow the traditional host-only format. Instead, some episodes will feature special guests from across the college basketball landscape. This addition aims to bring diverse insights and fresh perspectives to the discussions.

Matt Norlander [04:27]: "They're going to do some of the episodes with you and I, but other episodes will either have you or me joined by a special guest from across college basketball."

Gary Parish welcomes this change enthusiastically, anticipating engaging conversations with industry titans.

Gary Parish [04:30]: "Okay, mixing it up a bit. I dig it should be a good time."

Staying Connected and Upcoming Content

To ensure fans don’t miss out on any updates, Gary Parish and Matt Norlander emphasize the importance of following their social media channels. Listeners are encouraged to follow CBS Sports CBB on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram, as well as CBB Podcast on X for real-time updates and auction links.

Gary Parish [05:10]: "Go follow CBS Sports CBB on X and Instagram and I on CBB Podcast on X to get updates on our summer shootaround publishing schedule and links to all the auction pages."

They reassure fans that alongside the Shootaround series, the podcast will continue to deliver regular updates on news developments and in-depth college basketball content.

Gary Parish [05:39]: "There is more of us than there are of them and there's a lot more. I own college basketball content coming to this podcast feed in the days ahead, so make sure you subscribe."

Conclusion

The Summer Shootaround Announcement episode marks a revitalized chapter for the Eye On College Basketball podcast, offering expanded coverage, interactive fan participation, and enriched content through special guest appearances. Gary Parish and Matt Norlander invite listeners to engage actively with the series, promising an engaging and community-driven summer of college basketball insights.

Stay tuned and subscribe to the Eye On College Basketball podcast to follow all the action this summer!

Transcript

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Norlander (1:36)

Hey Parrish, Summer's here. You know what that means, I assume?

Gary Parish (1:39)

It means you made another college basketball list, didn't ask for my opinion about anything, and want to record a whole bunch of episodes about it.

Norlander (1:46)

No, but now that you mention it. Anyway, it is summer and that means it's almost time for our Summer Shoot around series. You are of course knee deep in research on all of the teams by this point, I take it.

Gary Parish (1:56)

Oh boy. I'm researched up and ready to turn an episode about Kelvin Sampson's Houston Cougars into a conference conversation about the pros and cons of cremation. So if that's what you meant. Yes, I'm researched up, ready to go.

Norlander (2:08)

That's exactly what I meant. I think we need to update the audience about what they should expect with the shootaround shows this year because we are making some tweaks.

Gary Parish (2:16)