23 Personnel

Join us for our weekly stream

Join us for our weekly show discussing Red Raider basketball, softball, baseball, and football.

In this episode, hosts Spencer and Michael discuss the impact of severe weather on school schedules, share highlights from Texas Tech basketball, and delve into updates on college football, including the evolving CFP format and Dabo Swinney’s proposals regarding the transfer portal. They also cover the Lady Raiders’ recent performance and wrap up with insights from the NFL playoffs leading to the Super Bowl. 00:00 – Weather Woes and School Closures 10:51 – Texas Tech Basketball Highlights 34:13 – Football Updates and Coaching Changes 37:02 – Analyzing Recent Game Performances 42:08 – Key Player Highlights and Statistics 47:23 – Upcoming Matchups and Predictions 51:21 – Lady Raiders Performance Review 57:15 – What did we learn

In this episode of the 23 Personnel Podcast, hosts Spencer and Michael dive into the latest happenings in college basketball and football, focusing on Texas Tech’s impressive performance. They discuss the recent game against BYU, where Texas Tech showcased their shooting prowess, making 14 three-pointers in the first half alone. The conversation shifts to the national championship game, highlighting Indiana’s remarkable turnaround from a struggling program to national champions, and the implications for future seasons. The hosts also touch on the transfer portal, discussing Texas Tech’s recent additions and the competitive landscape of the Big 12. The conversation shifts to basketball and discussion about the recent victories over Utah, BYU and Baylor, upcoming games, highlighting the importance of home-court advantage and the potential return of key players. The hosts also touch on the Lady Raiders’ struggles and their upcoming matchups, emphasizing the competitive nature of the Big 12 schedule. The episode finishes on an early lookahead to softball and baseball seasons, and what the hosts learned this week. 00:00 – Intro 02:40 – Transitioning to Basketball Season 06:31 – Recap of the National Championship Game 08:43 – Indiana’s Historic Turnaround 14:54 – Analyzing the National Title Game Performance 16:31 – Big 12 Title Game Changes 20:31 – Transfer Portal Updates and Future Prospects 33:07 – Player Transfers and Roster Changes 34:57 – Texas Tech Basketball Performance 47:17 – Upcoming Challenges for Texas Tech 54:03 – Previewing Softball and Baseball Seasons 57:18 – NFL Playoffs Recap and Analysis 01:02:40 – What did we learn

In this episode, hosts Spencer and Michael discuss various sports topics, including the excitement surrounding women’s sports, the upcoming football schedules for Texas Tech, and the implications of player transfers in the college football landscape. They analyze the Texas Tech football schedule for 2026, the challenges of recruiting in the current era, and the recent updates on players entering the transfer portal. The conversation highlights the evolving dynamics of college sports and the anticipation for the upcoming seasons. In this conversation, the hosts delve into various aspects of college football, particularly focusing on Indiana’s impressive rise under Coach Cignetti, the impact of alumni wealth on college sports, and predictions for upcoming matchups. They also review the performance of Texas Tech’s basketball teams, highlighting the challenges faced by the Lady Raiders and the men’s team’s recent games. The discussion wraps up with insights into the NFL playoffs and the promising future of the Texas Tech softball team, which has been ranked number one in preseason rankings. 00:00 – Introduction 04:00 – Excitement for Upcoming Softball Season 06:33 – Looking Ahead to Football Schedule 15:26 – Discussion on Texas Tech Football Prospects 22:57 – Redshirt Rule Changes and Portal Updates 27:06 – Portal Transfers and Commitments 28:50 – Key Returners and New Additions 31:55 – Recruiting Challenges and Opportunities 32:46 – Concerns About the Wide Receiver Group 38:18 – Portal Dynamics and Future Prospects 39:17 – Playoff Insights and Game Analysis 45:15 – Indiana’s Rise and Coaching Impact 50:16 – NIL and Alumni Influence on College Football 58:50 – Texas Tech Basketball Update 01:00:28 – Analyzing Team Performance and Rotation Challenges 01:03:26 – Looking Ahead: Upcoming Matches and Team Prospects 01:08:20 – Lady Raiders: Game Recap and Player Highlights 01:17:23 – NFL Playoffs: Weekend Recap and Team Dynamics 01:26:47 What did we learn