Conference Awards REVEALED Player of the Year + Tournament Predictions | MidMajors Podcast

Originally recorded on March 3rd, 2026 | Tacarra and Courtney break down the latest conference awards, player recognitions, and tournament predictions across women’s college basketball. In this episode of The MidMajors Podcast, the hosts discuss Player of the Year races, Freshman of the Year standouts, and the politics behind All-Conference selections. They also dive into how coaching, team chemistry, and individual performances shape success during tournament season. The conversation covers major storylines from the Big Ten, ACC, and Big 12 tournaments, highlighting key players, rising programs, and potential March Madness upsets. From award debates to championship predictions, this episode delivers a real look at the excitement and chaos of NCAA tournament season. 00:00 Intro – Conference Awards & Tournament Predictions 00:59 Conference Awards & Player Recognition 02:56 Coaching Impact & Team Chemistry 05:52 Freshman of the Year Debate 08:50 Tournament Insights & Team Performances 11:39 All-Conference Teams & Selection Politics 14:36 Defensive Player of the Year Discussion 17:25 Big Ten Tournament Predictions 20:08 Tournament Storylines & Key Teams 23:35 The Challenge of Recognition in College Basketball 26:27 Conference Performance & Player Recognition 28:25 Notre Dame’s Rise & ACC Tournament Outlook 30:52 Duke’s Legacy & Championship Expectations 32:49 Player of the Year Debate 36:08 Big 12 Tournament Predictions If you love women’s college basketball, mid-major programs, and in-depth tournament analysis, this episode is for you. Join the Mid-Rangers and rep the movement. SHOP MERCH  https://themidmajorspod.shop/ Follow us: Instagram & TikTok: @themidmajorspod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.