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Hoop! There it is

by ESPN 98.1 FM 850 AM WRUF

This 60-minute weekly podcast/live radio show will air during basketball season on Mondays at 9am and cover the latest in Gator, SEC and college basketball. WRUF’s Steve Russell and ESPN and Gator Radio Network College Basketball Analyst Mark Wise discuss the previous week’s big games as well as the college basketball week ahead. The radio show will broadcast live on 98.1FM/850AM WRUF ESPN radio and will also be available on the WRUF website, iTunes, Spotify, and Facebook Live. We hope you will join us for an hour of college basketball conversation that no Gator fan will want to miss.

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Episodes

  1. Hoop! There It Is Final Show March 27, 2026

    Steve Russell and Mark Wise talk about teams in the Sweet 16 and what went wrong for Gators basketball in their run. They also look at what Gators basketball looks like next year.

  2. Hoop! There It Is 3/16/2026

    Mark Wise and Steve Russell react to Florida's loss against Vanderbilt in the SEC Tournament semifinals and the Gators getting the one seed in the NCAA Tournament. They discussed how seeding is done and whether or not it's fair that Houston could play an Elite Eight game in Houston.

  3. Hoop! There It Is! (3/9/26)

    Today on Hoop! There It Is!, Steve Russell and Mark Wise previewed the SEC tournament that begins Wednesday. The Gators head into the tournament as a No.1 seed, advancing straight to the quarterfinals.

  4. Hoop! There It Is! (3/1/26)

    Today on Hoop! There It Is!, Steve Russell and Mark Wise discussed Florida men's basketball's dominant win over Arkansas on Saturday, clinching a share of the SEC regular-season title. With the win the Gators extended their win streak to nine straight games.

  5. Hoop! There It Is! (2/23/26)

    Today on Hoop! There It Is!, Steve Russell and Mark Wise discussed the No.7 Gators dominance in SEC basketball with a 94-75 win over Ole Miss Saturday. Mark highlighted the Gators success on the road with Saturday's game marking their sixth consecutive road win. They also discussed the Gators'...

  6. Hoop! There It Is! (2/16/26)

    Today on Hoop! There It Is!, Steve Russell and Mark Wise discussed the Gators dominant 92-83 win over Kentucky on Saturday at the O-Dome. They discussed the improvement in Florida's offense with Xaivian Lee and Boogie Fland finding their role on the team. They also discussed the firing of Kansas...

  7. Hoop! There It Is! (2/9/26)

    Today on Hoop! There It Is!, Steve Russell and Mark Wise discussed the Gators dominating 19-point thrashing of the Aggies in College Station and the development of Boogie Fland and Rueben Chinyelu. They also talked about what the top eight seeds of the NCAA Tournament could look like, UNC's...

  8. Hoop! There It Is! (2/2/26)

    Today on Hoop! There It Is!, Steve Russell and Mark Wise discussed the Gators dominating 23-point victory over Alabama and how strong Florida's defense is. They also talked over how the now-No. 17 Gators stack up with the nation's best programs and more on the best games and players from an...

  9. Hoop! There It Is 1/26/26

    Today on Hoop! There It Is, Steve Russell and Mark Wise discussed the Gator's loss against Auburn this past weekend, the first home loss for the team in over a year. Tune in every Monday from noon to 1:00 for Gator basketball on Hoop! There it is.

  10. Hoop! There it is (1/19/26)

    In today's episode, Mark Wise and Steve Russell talk about the Gators big win versus No.15 Vanderbilt. They look at their new rankings, talk about the future of the season for the team, and around the nation at some of the best teams.

  11. Hoop! There it is (1/12/26)

    In today's episode, Steve Russell and Mark Wise discuss the UF men's basketball team's big win over the Tennessee Volunteers this past Saturday. They highlight a standout performance from starter Boogie Fland who scored his season high of 23 points.

  12. Jon Sumrall Introductory Press Conference

    Listen back to the entire Jon Sumrall introductory Press Conference.

  13. The Ryan Theis Show

    Head Coach Ryan Theis sits down with Tom Collett to preview the SEC tournament.

  14. The Ryan Theis Show

    Tom Collett sits down with Head Volleyball Coach Ryan Theis and Outside Hitter Kira Hutson to talk everything Florida Volleyball.

  15. The Ryan Theis Show

    This week Tom Collett talked to Coach Ryan Theis about the Gators victory over Tennessee and Sundays loss to Kentucky. They also previewed tomorrows match vs Mississippi State.

  16. The Ryan Theis Show (10/7/25)

    Ryan Theis sits down with Tom Collet to breakdown everything Gator Volleyball.

  17. The Ryan Theis Show (09/30/2025)

    This week Tom Collet takes a look at everything Gators volleyball with Abby Gilleland, the assistant coach, and Lily Hayes a freshman libero.

  18. TWIGS (9/25/25)

    On Thursday, on This Week in Gators Sports Jeremy St. Louis broke down all gators sports news. He had guests to break down Gator Soccer and High School Football matchups.

  19. The Ryan Theis Show (09/23/25)

    Tom Collett sits down with Gators Volleyball Head Coach Ryan Theis to look back on last week’s road trip. They also preview the upcoming SEC matchups for the Gators.

  20. The Ryan Theis Show

    Gator Volleyball Head Coach Ryan Theis joined Tom Collett for the 1st Ryan Theis show to talk everything volleyball.

  21. This Week in Gator Sports (7/24/25)

    TWiGS Rewind: Tune in to Jeremy St. Louis updating you on all Gator sports! He is joined by JC Deacon, Head Golf coach. Victoria covers UF gymnastics with a sneak peek into the coaching staff. And more!

  22. This Week in Gator Sports (07-17-25)

    On TWiGS, Hannah Mack discussed the future of the SEC and highlighted the keys for Florida football until the start of the season.

  23. This Week in Gator Sports (7-10-25)

    TWiGS REWIND: Jeremy covered Jac Caglianone's first home run at Kauffman stadium. Josh Pate joins to talk about the upcoming college football season. Ben Haumiller joined to talk about the new EA Sports CFB 26. Hannah Mack joins to preview the Gators FB Offensive line.

  24. This Week In Gator Sports (07/03/25)

    This Week in Gators Sports REWIND: Jeremy spoke to Jim Bowden about Jac Caglianone and the rest of MLB. Matt Montalto joined Jeremey to discuss NHL free agency & ended the show with some 4th of July fun! #GoGators #ChompChomp

  25. This Week in Gators Sports (05/15/2025)

    This Week in Gators Sports REWIND: Jeremy had Gators basketball's Cooper Josefsberg on after their national championship run. Later he had Jamie Goldman on to do a positional breakdown on the Gators front seven.

  26. This Week in Gator Sports

    This Week in Gators Sports REWIND: Jeremy St. Louis & his guests cover Golf in Florida, F1 Podcast that is run by students at the College of Journalism, Gators after the NFL draft, and lastly the series between Tampa Bay Lightning versus Florida Panthers.

  27. This Week in Gators Sports (04/24/25)

    This Week in Gators Sports: On the first edition of TWiGS, UF CJC Sports Director Jeremy St. Louis had some sports media students on the show to talk all things Gators sports. The crew dove into the NFL draft, the state of Gators baseball, and took a look ahead at next year's basketball season...

  28. Tailgate Rewind (5/29/24)

    On Tuesday Robbie Andreu joins Pat Dooley to test their knowledge of cities in Oklahoma, break down softball and baseball postseasons, and argue over various other topics!

  29. Hoop! There It Is (3-25-2024)

    On the last show of "Hoop! There It Is," Steve Russell and Mark Wise recap the Gators men's basketball team's loss to Colorado in the Round of 64 of the NCAA Tournament. They also look ahead to the Sweet 16 matchups.

  30. Hoop! There It Is Rewind (3-18-2024)

    Steve Russell and Mark Wise discuss the Gators men's basketball situation after receiving a No. 7 seed in the NCAA Tournament. They also talked about surprising teams that made the tournament and programs that were left out.

  31. Hoop! There It Is Rewind: (3/14/24)

    Steve Russell and Mark Wise previewed the Gators basketball matchup against Georgia tonight, and talked about the other March Madness matchups.

  32. Hoop! There It Is Rewind (3-4-24)

    Steve Russell and Mark Wise look back at the Gators' loss against South Carolina and explore the team's struggles against the 1-3-1 zone defense. The guys also preview the Gators' last home game of the season against Alabama.

  33. Hoop! There It Is Rewind (2-26-24)

    Steve Russell and Mark Wise discussed court storming in the NCAA and possible tournament expansions. The guys also looked at the Gators' resume as the team keeps trending upward.

  34. Hoop! There It Is Rewind (2-19-24)

    This week, Mark Wise and Steve Russell look at the Gators' tournament resume after their wins over LSU and Georgia. The guys analyze the Gators' remaining schedule and their chances of fighting for a conference title.

  35. Hoop! There It Is Rewind 2-12-2024

    On this week's edition, Steve Russell and Mark Wise reacted to the Gators men's basketball home blowout over Auburn and looked ahead to the matchups against LSU and Georgia.

  36. Hoop! There It Is Rewind (2-5-24)

    This week, Mark Wise and Steve Russell analyze the Gators' tournament situation after splitting games at Kentucky and Texas A&M. The guys also start previewing Saturday's matchup against Auburn.

  37. Hoop! There It Is Rewind (1-29-24)

    Mark Wise and Steve Russell look back at the Gators' wins over Mississippi State and Georgia and how those can help Florida's tournament resume. Mark also explains the importance of Quad 1 wins and the NET Rankings.

  38. Hoop! There It Is Rewind (1-22-24)

    Mark Wise and Steve Russell recap the Gators' up-and-down week and analyze the upcoming home slate against Mississippi State and Georgia. Also, the guys discuss which are the top four teams in the SEC as we enter the final weeks of January.

  39. Hoop! There It Is Rewind (1-15-23)

    This week, Steve Russell and Mark Wise recap the Gators' win over Arkansas at home and preview a tough road matchup against No. 5 Tennessee.

  40. Hoop! There It Is Rewind (1-8-23)

    Steve Russell and Mark Wise tip off another basketball season by recapping the Gators' loss against Kentucky in the SEC opener. The guys also look at other teams around the conference as matchups start to heat up.

  41. Hoop! There It Is Rewind (3-27-23)

    Steve Russell and Mark Wise host the final Hoop! There It Is of 2023. The pair recap an absolutely insane weekend of games and preview the Final Four as the 2022-23 NCAA basketball season winds down.

  42. Hoop! There It Is Rewind (3-20-23)

    Steve Russell and Mark Wise talk the ongoing March Madness and NIT tournaments and preview what's to come throughout the rest of the month. One more show to go!

  43. Hoop! There It Is Rewind (3-13-23)

    Steve Russell and Mark Wise preview the "Field of 68" and the Gators Men's Basketball draw in the NIT.

  44. Hoop! There It Is Rewind (3-8-23)

    Steve Russell and Mark Wise talk about the teams that punched their tickets to The Big Dance. It's the first show of March, and the Madness is knocking! The guys also take your calls and preview the SEC Tournament.

  45. Hoop! There It Is Rewind (2-27-23)

    In the final show before conference tournaments start, Steve Russell and Mark Wise talk about what Florida is missing in Colin Castleton's absence. The road to March Madness starts now!

  46. Hoop! There It Is Rewind (2-20-23)

    Mark Wise joins Steve Russell in studio to talk about what Florida can do after Colin Castleton's season ending injury. The pair preview the team's midweek matchup VS Kentucky and discuss what's ahead for tournament hopefuls around the NCAA.

  47. Rewind: Hoop! There It Is (2-13-2023)

    Steve Russell and Mark Wise discuss Gators men's basketball's tough loss to Vanderbilt and preview the team's midweek matchup against Ole Miss. The guys also take some phone calls and talk about the top players in the country.

  48. Rewind: Hoop! There It Is (2-6-2023)

    Steve Russell and Mark Wise talk Florida men's basketball's loss at Kentucky and preview the team's midweek matchup at number 4 Alabama. The pair also discuss the top teams in the SEC as the train rolls closer to March.

  49. Rewind: Hoop! There It Is (1-30-23)

    Steve Russell and Mark Wise recap the SEC/Big 12 challenge and discuss the Gators' blowout loss to Keyontae Johnson and Kansas State with a conference showdown vs Tennessee looming.

  50. Rewind: Hoop! There It Is (1-23-2023)

    Following Florida's big win over Mississippi State, Steve Russell and Mark Wise talk about what the team can do to make the tournament. They also preview the week ahead and discuss former Gator Keyontae Johnson's game winning dunk against Kansas.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

This 60-minute weekly podcast/live radio show will air during basketball season on Mondays at 9am and cover the latest in Gator, SEC and college basketball. WRUF’s Steve Russell and ESPN and Gator Radio Network College Basketball Analyst Mark Wise discuss the previous week’s big games as well as the college basketball week ahead. The radio show will broadcast live on 98.1FM/850AM WRUF ESPN radio and will also be available on the WRUF website, iTunes, Spotify, and Facebook Live. We hope you will join us for an hour of college basketball conversation that no Gator fan will want to miss.

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This 60-minute weekly podcast/live radio show will air during basketball season on Mondays at 9am and cover the latest in Gator, SEC and college basketball. WRUF’s Steve Russell and ESPN and Gator Radio Network College Basketball Analyst Mark Wise discuss the previous week’s big games as well as...

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