The Tritons are stepping into the 2025–26 season with fresh leadership, a retooled roster, and a renewed sense of purpose. When Clint Allard was officially named head coach on March 30, 2025, it wasn’t just a changing of the guard—it was a statement of continuity and belief in the culture UC San Diego has been quietly building for…
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Jailen Bedford Brings Grit, Scoring Punch, and ACC-Ready Toughness to Virginia Tech After UNLV Run
When the Virginia Tech Hokies tip off this season, one name will carry a heavy dose of expectation — Jailen Bedford. The 6’4″ guard from Hutto, Texas, isn’t just another transfer; he’s a battle-tested competitor whose path through junior college, Oral Roberts, and UNLV has shaped him into one of the most relentless new faces in the ACC. “Junior…
“Inside Aiden Sherrell’s Evolution: How Alabama’s 6’10″ Sophomore Is Built for the Modern Game”
Before the mixtapes.Before Prolific Prep.Before the Syndicate EYBL battles.Before the Vegas Elite runs and the viral highlights. There was a name on a sheet of paper—just one among a list of young prospects I had quietly begun tracking back in 2021. That name was Aiden Sherrell. At the time, he wasn’t the headline act. But to…
“What is ‘Feel’ in Basketball? Inside the Game’s Most Underrated Trait”
Feel is the rhythm of the game flowing through you.It’s not flashy. It’s not loud. But when it’s present, the whole team runs more smoothly. That’s what we’re talking about today — one of the most overlooked, least measurable, yet most powerful traits in basketball: feel. Coaches know it. Scouts trust it. Players with it make…
“Aaron Hunkin-Claytor: Hawai‘i’s High-IQ Guard Built for Big West Breakout in 2025”
Some players rise with noise. Others build their résumé in silence—steady, poised, and battle-tested before the spotlight ever finds them. Aaron Hunkin-Claytor, the cerebral 6’3” guard for the University of Hawai‘i, is one of those rare floor generals who doesn’t need a hype machine to validate his value. His game is built on substance, not…
“NC State Basketball 2025–26 Preview: Full Roster Breakdown, Key Transfers, and Scouting Insight”
As we continue our national tour of college basketball programs ahead of the 2025–26 season, we turn our lens to a high-major squad undergoing a full identity reset: the NC State Wolfpack. With veteran head coach Will Wade now at the helm, the program has undergone one of the most dramatic offseason roster overhauls in the country. And…
“Grand Canyon Basketball Reloaded: Full 2025–26 Scouting Report & Mountain West Preview”
In the vast desert backdrop of Phoenix, where cacti stretch toward cloudless skies and the horizon feels endless, there lies a basketball program quietly building one of the most formidable mid‑major machines in America. Grand Canyon University is no longer just a footnote in college hoops—it’s a rising force worthy of national recognition. Under Head Coach Bryce Drew,…
Inside College Basketball’s $20.5M Shift: How NIL, Revenue Sharing, and ‘Money-Dump’ Budgets Are Changing the Game
A Unit 1 Hoop Source Briefing on The Athletic’s Deep Dive Into the Future of College Basketball Economics Unit 1 Hoop Source – College Basketball + Athletics Over the years of covering players, coaches, and programs from across the country, I’ve tried to stay grounded in more than just game film and box scores. I’ve…
“UNLV Men’s Basketball 2025-26 Preview: Josh Pastner’s Team Building From the Ground Up”
Las Vegas, NV — I recently had the opportunity to get a firsthand look at the new-look UNLV Runnin’ Rebels men’s basketball team under first-year head coach Josh Pastner, and while it’s far too early for sweeping evaluations, one thing is already clear: there’s a new energy inside the Mendenhall Center. Pastner, known for his sideline…
“2025-26 Stony Brook Basketball Preview: New-Look Seawolves Ready to Make Noise in the CAA”
Entering his seventh season at the helm, Geno Ford has firmly established himself as the architect of Stony Brook’s competitive resurgence. Coming off a contract extension through 2025–26, Ford brings a winning pedigree—back‑to‑back MAC regular-season titles at Kent State, CAA upset runs, and a reputation for developing sharpshooters and gritty guards. His core philosophy—“get better throughout the season…
“2025–26 Season Preview: Hawaii Rainbow Warriors Reload with Patty Mills, Big Transfers, and Island Swagger”
For nearly a decade, Eran Ganot has stood as the steady hand behind the University of Hawai‘i men’s basketball program—a leader who’s brought accountability, defense, and Pacific pride to the hardwood. Since taking over in 2015, Ganot has guided the Rainbow Warriors to multiple 20-win seasons, a 2016 NCAA Tournament win, and a standard rooted in discipline…
“Youngstown State Basketball Reloaded: Horizon League’s Mid-Major Sleeper in 2025-26
While most of the college basketball world keeps its lens fixed on high-major headlines, we’re spinning the spotlight toward a program that’s been quietly building something special in the Midwest. Welcome to Around the Country in Two Minutes, where Unit One Hoop Source highlights the programs that matter—even when no one else is watching. This time,…
“UNC Wilmington Basketball 2025-26: CAA Title Contender Built Through the Transfer Portal”
Let’s take a closer look at a team that earned respect last season—the UNC Wilmington Seahawks. They made a legitimate run to an NCAA Tournament bid and stood toe-to-toe with a top-tier Texas Tech squad, dragging them down to the wire. That wasn’t luck—this was a team built to compete. Now, as we head into a brand-new season, don’t be…
“2025–26 HBCU Basketball Preview: Norfolk State and Jackson State Set to Dominate”
Under the stadium lights, two HBCU programs—Norfolk State and Jackson State—are weaving their own stories of grit, glory, and grind. These aren’t fairytale rebuilds—they’re methodical, blueprint-driven revivals led by proven coaching and elite talent. As Joe Lunardi’s bracketology page flirts with First Four projections, the real action starts this fall. 🟢 Norfolk State Spartans (MEAC) 📍 Norfolk, VA Head…
Pop Pop Isaacs Scouting Report: What Texas A&M Is Getting in the High-Scoring Guard
From the bright lights of Las Vegas to the frenetic arenas of Big 12 basketball and now to SEC country, Pop Pop Isaacs has always carried a torch for high-percentage scoring and aggressive play. Coronado High’s four-star standout arrived with swagger, but when injuries hit, many wondered: does the gear shift stay the same? As he steps…
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