Breslin Breakdown on Impact 89FM

Breslin Breakdown 2/23: About to Get Not so Regular

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Sun, 23 Feb 2025 20:45:35 -0500

Full crew is back to discuss Michigan State’s bounce back win over Indiana, their West Coast Trip, and what golden scenerio they have left to grab a top 4 seed. Join Jacob Maurer, Kyle Keegan, Connor Gilley, and Daphne Bochenek for the latest on Breslin Breakdown.

Breslin Breakdown 2/12: California Dreaming

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Wed, 12 Feb 2025 23:34:52 -0500

Full Crew on deck to discuss Michigan State’s bounce back vs Wisconsin, and a preview of the Wild Wild West trip on deck. Join Jacob Maurer, Kyle Keegan, Daphne Bochenek, and Connor Gilley for the latest breakdown of MSU Women’s Hoops.

WHAT THE DUCK | Season 7 Episode 4 |

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Thu, 30 Jan 2025 21:43:02 -0500

A recap the great weekend in Ann Arbor, but finding the reasons for the shocking home loss to Oregon. Jacob and Kyle are joined by the beat writers Daphne and Connor to break down the latest on MSU Women's Hoops.

In the Midst of Big Ten Battle | Season 7 Episode 3 |

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Wed, 22 Jan 2025 21:42:36 -0500

In the full swing of Big Ten play, Jacob Maurer and Kyle Keegan breakdown current trends and expectation for the red hot MSU Women's basketball team.

4 FOR FOUR | Season 7 Episode 2 |

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 21:42:49 -0500

MSU hot 4-0 start needs to be talked about, all women's college hoops and more as Jacob Maurer and Kyle Keegan have you covered for another episode of Breslin Breakdown

Big Day Tomorrow | Season 7 Episode 1

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 23:06:55 -0500

We get set of opening night of women's college basketball for MSU women's hoops. Join Jacob Maurer and Kyle Keegan for some player previews, season projections and predictions for the 2024-25 MSU women's hoops season.

Restoring the Faith

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 12:09:41 -0500

The full Women's Basketball Beat is finally together again! Allie Cohen, Joe Dez, Faith Flickinger and Tim Marshall recap the win over Miami (OH) and give their predictions for the tough slate over winter break. Will Michigan State overlook Penn State for Iowa? Will Allie, Tim and Faith finally watch "A Year Without a Santa Claus?" Check out these discussion and more in the newest episode of the Breslin Breakdown!

Soaking in the Sun

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:56:43 -0500

We're back from break! The usual crew of Allie Cohen, Joe Dez and Tim Marshall recap MSU's trip to Cancun and their recent blowout win over DePaul. Wondering where the crew's favorite vacation destinations are? Check out the newest episode right here!

We're so Back!

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Fri, 10 Nov 2023 13:28:43 -0500

In the first episode of the new season of Breslin Breakdown, host Allie Cohen introduces the new crew, headlined by Joe Dez, Faith Flickinger and Tim Marshall. The crew discusses the first game of the season, exhibition action and newcomers to the team already making an impact. More to come next week on the Breslin Breakdown!

Word of the day

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Fri, 10 Feb 2023 16:17:53 -0500

Matt Merrifield, Allie Cohen, Jay Decoster and Marin Klein gather to discuss last week's games for MSU women's basketball. Plus they measure the improvement of point guard Deedee Hagemann and preview the upcoming game against Penn State. All that and more on this newest edition of Breslin Breakdown!

The dads

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 15:05:22 -0500

Matt Merrifield, Allie Cohen, Marin Klein and Jay DeCoster discuss MSU women's basketball's recent loss at Illinois, give an update on the status of head coach Suzy Merchant after she was involved in a car crash over the weekend and previewed the next two games against Nebraska and Michigan. Plus, the fathers of some of our reporters checked in during the show. All good dads think alike. Checkout the latest episode of Breslin Breakdown right now!

They're back?

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 15:06:37 -0500

Matt Merrifield, Marin Klein, Jay DeCoster and Allie Cohen recap two MSU women's basketball games from last week, discuss how the team can improve and still make the NCAA Tournament and preview MSU's upcoming showdown against Illinois. Check it all out and more on the newest episode of Breslin Breakdown!

Stages of grief

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Wed, 18 Jan 2023 00:49:04 -0500

The crew recaps MSU women's basketball's last two losses to Wisconsin and No. 17 Michigan, discusses how the Spartans can get out of a slump and wrapped things up by previewing games against Iowa and Rutgers. All that and more on this week's episode of Breslin Breakdown!

Rivalry Week

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Tue, 10 Jan 2023 20:32:11 -0500

The crew of Matt Merrifield, Allie Cohen, Jay DeCoster and Marin Klein recap MSU women's basketball and its games over the holiday break against Detroit Mercy, Prairie View A&M, Indiana, Northwestern and Maryland. It's also a big week for the team as the Spartans face Wisconsin at home and rival No. 17 Michigan on the road. The crew previews both contests and looks at MSU's chances to make the NCAA Tournament. All that and more on this all new episode of Breslin Breakdown!

Just keep shooting

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Thu, 01 Dec 2022 17:59:36 -0500

The crew recaps how MSU women's basketball performed in Portland during the Phil Knight Invitational. Plus, Zac Slowik, Impact's News Director who was in Portland covering the team for the PKI, joins the show to recap the weekend. Plus, previews of the Spartans' matchup against Georgia Tech in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge and MSU's Big Ten opener against Purdue coming up on Monday. Check it all out and more on this edition of Breslin Breakdown.

Thanksgiving Special

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 12:13:59 -0500

Michigan State women's basketball beat reporters Matt Merrifield, Allie Cohen, and Marin Klein talk about MSU's wins over Western Michigan and Oakland while previewing the weekend against Florida A&M.

Perfect Winning Percentage

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 17:56:23 -0500

The crew of Matt Merrifield, Allie Cohen and Jay DeCoster recap the MSU women's basketball season opener against Delaware state, discuss the impact of freshman Theryn Hallock and preview the three upcoming games this week. All that and more on this edition of Breslin Breakdown.

NCAA Tournament Preview

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Sun, 21 Mar 2021 17:38:48 -0400

On this week's episode of Breslin Breakdown: Zach Surdenik, Darin Baydoun, Owen Oszust and Manit Patel recap Michigan State's Big Ten Tournament run, preview the Spartans' NCAA Tournament draw and take a took at the rest of this year's bracket. Follow @WDBMSports on Twitter for more Michigan State women's basketball coverage.

Big Ten Tournament!

Zach Surdenik — Tue, 09 Mar 2021 21:01:01 -0500

On this week's episode of the Breslin Breakdown:
Zach Surdenik, Bobby Zeffero, and Aidan Champion preview the Big Ten Tournament ahead of their trip to Indianapolis.

We sleep in May

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Thu, 18 Feb 2021 15:08:14 -0500

On this week's episode of Breslin Breakdown: Zach Surdenik, Aidan Champion, Bobby Zeffero, Darin Baydoun and Owen Oszust recap Michigan State's recent schedule, preview the team's upcoming games, and discuss the Spartans' NCAA tournament chances. Follow @WDBMSports on Twitter for more Michigan State women's basketball coverage.

Midseason Awards

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 15:33:57 -0500

On this week's episode of Breslin Breakdown: Zach Surdenik, Darin Baydoun, Bobby Zeffero, Aidan Champion and Owen Oszust recap Michigan State's game against Wisconsin, crown midseason awards for the Spartans and preview the team's upcoming schedule! Follow @WDBMSports on Twitter for more Michigan State women's basketball coverage.

New Year, New Crew!

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Thu, 14 Jan 2021 13:56:45 -0500

On the season debut of Breslin Breakdown: Zach Surdenik, Aidan Champion, Darin Baydoun and Owen Oszust discuss all the latest with Michigan State women's basketball, including the team's upcoming stretch of games and current rotation. Follow @WDBMSports on Twitter for more MSU women's basketball coverage.

Shay Colley is Back!

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Thu, 27 Feb 2020 17:20:00 -0500

On this week's episode of Breslin Breakdown: Nathan Stearns, Bobby Zeffero and special guest Darin Baydoun offer their reactions about the stunning Shay Colley developments. The trio then recaps the Spartans victory over Purdue and home loss against Michigan. The show ends with a look ahead to this week's games and the WNIT.

Stearns has a horrible taste in music

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Wed, 19 Feb 2020 16:55:00 -0500

On this week's episode of Breslin Breakdown: Nathan Stearns, Bobby Zeffero and Sutton Magee recap Michigan State's recent home victories over Rutgers and Minnesota. The trio then takes a closer look at the impact that Tory Ozment has had as the new starting power forward and also talks about what made Julia Ayrault so successful in the fourth quarter against Minnesota. The group ends the show by examining the possible WNIT scenarios for the Green and White.

On The Road Again

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Thu, 13 Feb 2020 17:30:00 -0500

On this week's episode of Breslin Breakdown: Nathan Stearns, Sutton Magee and Charlotte Steinberg recap Michigan State's loss to Northwestern and preview the team's next game against Rutgers.

Life Isn't Fair

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Thu, 06 Feb 2020 17:30:00 -0500

On this week's episode of Breslin Breakdown: Nathan Stearns and Bobby Zeffero recap Michigan State women's basketball's losses to Northwestern and Maryland and examine the team's outlook moving forward in light of an outbreak of injuries.

Tough Times

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Thu, 30 Jan 2020 14:20:00 -0500

On this week's episode of Breslin Breakdown: Nathan Stearns and Bobby Zeffero break down Michigan State women's basketball's losses against Northwestern and Iowa, examine the team's NCAA tournament outlook and preview the Spartans next game against Purdue.

Gumbo or Jambalaya?

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Thu, 23 Jan 2020 11:05:00 -0500

In the latest installment of “The Breslin Breakdown,” host Nathan Stearns and beat members Charlotte Steinberg, Bobby Zeffero and Sutton Magee recap the Spartans huge road win over Rutgers, discuss Moira Joiner's recent hot stretch of play, preview the difficult stretch of play that awaits MSU and argue about whether Gumbo or Jambalaya tastes better.

Happy Birthday Bobby!

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Wed, 15 Jan 2020 18:20:00 -0500

On this week's episode of the Breslin Breakdown: Nathan Stearns and Sutton Magee hash out the continued road struggles of Michigan State women's basketball and provide a Big Ten standings update. The dynamic duo then touches on what makes Nia Clouden so good and finishes off with a look ahead to Thursdays contest against Ohio State.

Back in the Saddle Again

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Tue, 07 Jan 2020 23:15:00 -0500

After a month long hiatus, host Nathan Stearns and beat members Sutton Magee, Charlotte Steinberg and Bobby Zeffero recap the recent rough stretch of play for the Michigan State Spartans women's basketball team. The beat then dives into last Sunday's disappointing Michigan game and examines MSU’s struggles in the fourth quarter. Stearns and co. finish out the podcast by examining the Spartans upcoming road contest against Penn State.

Missed Opportunities

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Tue, 03 Dec 2019 14:00:00 -0500

Nathan Stearns and Bobby Zeffero briefly recap Michigan State’s dominant win over Hartford. The duo then goes into detail over the Spartans meltdown in the second half against LSU and the subsequent rebound effort against Kansas State. Lastly, Nathan and Bobby look ahead to a huge ranked matchup for the Green and White against Florida State this Thursday.

Free Shay Colley

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Fri, 22 Nov 2019 14:00:00 -0500

Host Nathan Stearns, along with Bobby Zeffero and Charlotte Steinberg, hashes out the details of MSU’s impressive road win over Notre Dame. The podcast staff also examines the extended absence of Shay Colley, looks ahead to Hartford and discusses the difficult road ahead for the Spartans.

Luck of the Irish

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Wed, 13 Nov 2019 09:00:00 -0500

Michigan State women's basketball has returned for the 2019-20 season, and so has the Breslin Breakdown podcast! For the first episode of the season, Nathan Stearns, Bobby Zeffero, Charlotte Steinberg and Sutton Magee recap MSU's early-season success against Eastern Michigan and Detroit Mercy. The women's basketball beat reporters then delve into the Shay Colley situation, finishing the show with a discussion on the Spartans' freshmen and a preview of the team's upcoming game against Notre Dame.

Endgame

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Fri, 05 Apr 2019 14:00:00 -0400

On the final episode of this season of the Breslin Breakdown, the crew takes a look at this past season and how MSU women's basketball can build into the future. They talk about the future lineup of this team, Shay Colley's future, and what the incoming recruiting class has in store.

Corn Huskers

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Wed, 27 Feb 2019 09:00:00 -0500

On this episode of the Breslin Breakdown, Sam Britten and Luke Saccone take the reins and breakdown the tough loss to Nebraska and look towards where MSU will end up in the Big Ten Tournament. Sam and Luke also preview the game against Penn State and discuss the NCAA women's tournament and where MSU could end up playing, whether that be in South Bend or Eugene, Oregon.

No Place Like Home

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Sat, 16 Feb 2019 09:00:00 -0500

In this edition of the Breslin Breakdown, Joe Dandron, Luke Saccone, Austin Winslow, and Sam Britten break down the recent losses by the team to Iowa and Wisconsin. The guys talk about who is to blame for the Spartans' road struggles this season and the surprising 17-point loss to Wisconsin. The crew also previews the Nebraska matchup tomorrow evening and where the team is headed as the Big Ten regular season reaches its curtain call. All this and more on the Breslin Breakdown.

Guess Who's Back

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Tue, 05 Feb 2019 14:00:00 -0500

On this week's edition of the Breslin Breakdown, Sam Britten, Luke Saccone, Joe Dandron and Austin Winslow return to talk MSU women’s hoops. Winslow makes his return to the pod for the first time since the Oregon game and the crew breaks down what went down against Purdue on Sunday.

On The Road Again

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Thu, 17 Jan 2019 09:00:00 -0500

On this week's episode of the Breslin Breakdown, Sam Britten, Luke Saccone and Joe Dandron talk about the upcoming matchup with Ohio State and the road struggles of the Spartans as they head into Columbus. The three make their picks and also preview a big matchup with a top ten Maryland squad at the Breslin.

Breslin Breakdown

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Tue, 27 Nov 2018 09:00:00 -0500

In this week's MSU women’s basketball podcast, now called “Breslin Breakdown,” Joe Dandron, Sam Britten and Luke Saccone break down what went down at the Cancun Challenge, and talk about the freshmen early this season. They also discuss Thanksgiving and the impending matchups with Virginia and Texas Southern at home.

The Women's Basketball Podcast: Suzy's Merchants

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Wed, 07 Nov 2018 09:00:00 -0500

This week on The Women's Basketball Podcast, we introduce a new crew for this season and take a look at the MSU women's basketball exhibition game against Hillsdale and preview the home opener against Bowling Green along with the season to come. And of course, they debate what the name of this podcast should even be.

The Women's Basketball Podcast: Statement Week

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Sat, 11 Feb 2017 09:00:00 -0500

Zachary Swiecicki, alongside Julian Mitchell and Zach Manning, bring you the only podcast devoted to Michigan State women’s basketball. For the fifth episode, the panel gives you an update on Suzy Merchant (01:20), the current Big Ten standings (01:57) and the midseason national awards list (08:38). The 87-83 overtime loss to Iowa is recapped (16:13). Someone not named Tori Jankoska is awarded the Manning Money Player of the Week award (24:10). “Judge Julian” finds the team ‘guilty’ of something that has proven costly for the Spartans this season (25:31). To finish the show, the group previews MSU’s upcoming games [02/12 vs UMD, 02/16 vs MINN], including a prediction that makes Zach say “wow” (27:50).

The Women's Basketball Podcast: Consistency is Key

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Tue, 07 Feb 2017 09:00:00 -0500

Zachary Swiecicki, alongside Julian Mitchell, Zach Manning, and Rusty Stakhura, bring you the only podcast devoted to Michigan State women’s basketball. For the fourth episode, the panel gives you an update on Suzy Merchant, the current Big Ten standings, and the team’s new-found consistency with their starting lineup. Someone not named Tori Jankoska is awarded the Manning Money Player of the Week award. The new segment “Stakhura’s Step Up Performance of the Week” features a freshman. And “Judge Julian” finds the team ‘guilty’ of something that has proven beneficial for the Spartans this season. To finish the show, the group previews MSU’s upcoming games.

The Women's Basketball Podcast: Next Player Up

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Thu, 02 Feb 2017 09:00:00 -0500

Zachary Swiecicki, alongside Julian Mitchell and Zach Manning, bring you the only podcast devoted to Michigan State women’s basketball. For the third episode, the panel gives you an update on Suzy Merchant, Tori Jankoska’s first two games below 20 points, and the team’s reconstructed starting lineup. Someone not named Tori Jankoska is awarded the Manning Money Player of the Week award. “Judge Julian” finds the team ‘guilty’ of something that has proven costly for the Spartans this season. And to finish the show, the group previews MSU’s upcoming games.

The Women's Basketball Podcast: Bounce Back

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Thu, 26 Jan 2017 09:00:00 -0500

Zachary Swiecicki, alongside Julian Mitchell and Amanda Poole, bring you the only podcast devoted to Michigan State women’s basketball. For the second episode, the panel discusses the effect of Suzy Merchant’s medical leave, 2017 recruit named to the All-American team, and the team’s two losses in the past week. Tori Jankoska is awarded her second Player of the Week award. “Judge Julian” finds the team ‘guilty’ of something that has proven costly for the Spartans this season. And to finish the show, the group previews MSU’s upcoming games.

The Women's Basketball Podcast: Big Ten Time

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Mon, 16 Jan 2017 09:00:00 -0500

Zachary Swiecicki, alongside Julian Mitchell and Zach Manning, bring you the only podcast devoted to Michigan State women’s basketball. For the first episode, the panel discusses the strengths and weaknesses of the team, currently 13-4, 3-1 in the Big Ten. Next, they analyze the games over winter break, including two losses to Notre Dame and Purdue and a win over Ohio State. The episode also features the premiere of two brand-new segments: “Manning’s Money Performer of the Week” gives you the player that is playing the best lately and “Judge Julian” finds the team ‘guilty’ of something that may or may not prove costly for the Spartans. To finish the show, the group previews MSU’s upcoming games at Rutgers and at Northwestern.

Merchantaries: November 15, 2014

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Sat, 15 Nov 2014 09:00:00 -0500

Merchantaries is back for another season of Michigan State women's basketball. On this episode, host Jennifer Aldridge and co-host Jalen Walker discuss the preseason and what to expect from the No. 14 Spartans this season. MSU tips-off their season on Sunday against Eastern Michigan at 2 p.m.

Merchantaries: March 25, 2014

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Tue, 25 Mar 2014 09:00:00 -0400

Jennifer Aldridge, host of Merchantaries, welcomes her co-host Sierra Williams for a special NCAA Tournament episode. Together they break down the Lady Spartans' first game in the the NCAA Tournament as well as their predictions and opinions on the rest of the tournament.

Merchantaries: March 10, 2014

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Mon, 10 Mar 2014 09:00:00 -0400

Jennifer Aldridge, host of Merchantaries, discusses the past week in MSU basketball. She talks about the annual senior night as well as the Spartans' performance in the Big Ten Tournament.

Merchantaries: February 27, 2014

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 09:00:00 -0500

This week on Merchantaries, Jennifer Aldridge looks back on the Lady Spartans win against Minnesota Monday night and looks forward to the final road game of the season against Northwestern on Thursday at 9 p.m. Suzy Merchant reflects on how her team played on Monday.

Merchantaries: February 22, 2014

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM — Sat, 22 Feb 2014 09:00:00 -0500

Jennifer Aldridge, host of Merchantaries, records the first podcast of the MSU women's basketball season. She discusses key highlights from the season thus far and a forecast of how the rest of the season should go.