ALASKA SPORTS TALK
In this special edition of Alaska Sports Talk, Isaiah Vreeman sat down with standout players from some of the top programs in the state, getting their insights on the season’s biggest moments, the grind of conference tournaments, and what it will take to win a state title. Dimond Lynx Boys Basketball, Marek Hajdukovich (SR), Pius Hajdukovich (FR), Amelio Ambrosio (JR) and Grace Christian Grizzlies Girls Basketball, Poppy Wiggers-Pidduck (JR) Ella Boerger (SR, Dordt University), Sophie Lentfer (SR, UC Davis) and Wasilla Warriors Girls Basketball, Savannah Kroon (JR), Mylee Anderson (SR, UAA), Layla Hayes (SR, Iowa), then Colony Knights Girls Basketball, Hallie Clark (SR, Colorado Mesa), Tonya Karpow (SR), Ally Shelley (SR), and the Mountain City Christian Lions Girls Basketball, Morgan Maldonado (SR, Boise State), Keelie Kronberger (JR), and Jasmine Schaeffer (JR)
UAA WOMENS BASKETBALL COACHES SHOW – Episode 41 (3-5-25)
Seawolf Nation, get ready for a jam-packed episode of the UAA Coaches Show as Keaton Homer sits down with Women’s Basketball Head Coach Ryan McCarthy to break down the final stretch of the regular season!
We’re talking about the Seawolves’ big win over Western Oregon and a loss in the regular season finale at Saint Martin’s. UAA Women lock up the #1 seed in the GNAC Conference and proving why they’re the team to beat heading into the postseason.
Coach McCarthy shares insights on what’s clicking for the squad, standout performances, and the mindset heading into the GNAC Championship on March 7 in Lacey, Washington.
But wait, there’s more—West Regionals are right around the corner! Could we see the Seawolves hosting next week? Coach gives us the inside scoop on what’s at stake and how the team is preparing for a deep playoff run.
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UAA MENS BASKETBALL COACHES SHOW – Episode 39 (2-25-25)
In this episode of the UAA Men’s Basketball Coaches Show, Brad Lauwers sits down with Head Coach Rusty Osborne to break down the Seawolves’ recent performances
in GNAC conference play at home this past weekend and preview the final games of the season.
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SEASON 2, EPISODE 42
In this special edition of Alaska Sports Talk, hosts Keaton Homer and Isaiah Vreeman break down the official brackets for the 2025 ASAA March Madness Alaska Basketball State Championships! We analyze the 1A, 2A, 3A, and 4A boys’ and girls’ brackets, discussing key matchups, potential Cinderella stories, and championship contenders. Listen in for exclusive analysis, behind-the-scenes stories, and everything you need to know before the madness tips off! Joining us for expert insights are: Thurman Jack, Unalakleet Boys Head Coach, shares his thoughts on the 1A/2A field. Brad Lauwers, veteran coach and basketball mind, breaks down the 3A/4A brackets and what teams need to do to win it all. For all the tournament brackets, tickets, parking, and more visit ASAA365.com.
SEASON 2, EPISODE 40
It’s the most exciting time of the year for high school basketball in Alaska — March Madness Alaska is officially underway! This week, conference tournaments are tipping off all over the state, with 14 conferences and 28 total tournaments determining who will punch their ticket to the state championships! One of the biggest matchups to watch? The 4A Northern Lights Conference girls’ championship is an absolute must-see! Plus, Bettye Davis East Anchorage is putting their 52-game winning streak against Alaska opponents on the line in the Cook Inlet Conference tournament. With the RPI State Rankings razor-thin (some teams are separated by just .0007), every game could shake up at-large bids and state seeding!
SEASON 2, EPISODE 38
With championship season heating up and major changes on the horizon sports, Keaton and Isaiah break it all down! Breaking news: Anchorage School District has approved next year’s budget as is, which means devastating cuts for Alaska sports. Joining us to talk all things Alaska sports is none other than Jordan Rodenberger, Sports Director at Alaska’s News Source! We’ll dive into the latest RPI Standings, 1A Conference tournaments start and we run through the 3A and 4A conference standings, check in on UAA Men’s and Women’s basketball as they push toward the postseason. Plus NAHL showdown: Fairbanks Ice Dogs vs. Anchorage Wolverines at the Sullivan.