Visits are being scheduled for the 2024 class, the Indiana Hoosiers are making offers for the 2025 class and prospects are saying kind words about Mike Woodson and his staff. The latest Recruiting Wednesday touches on a number of top prospects from Derik Queen, Curtis Givens, Austin Swartz, Kai Rogers, Amari Allen and Annor Boateng. On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) updates the latest on visits, including Queen scheduling his official with Montverde Academy teamma...
Aug 02, 2023•24 min•Ep. 491
The Indiana Hoosiers football team opens fall camp on Tuesday with lots of questions facing it. Who will Tom Allen pick at the quarterback position between Tayven Jackson and Brendan Sorsby and how will the team use Jaylin Lucas this season? On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) looks at the five biggest questions facing the Hoosiers heading into fall camp beginning on Tuesday, Aug. 2. The starting QB battle will be the biggest and most obvious question surrounding th...
Aug 01, 2023•29 min•Ep. 490
While Mike Woodson and the Indiana Hoosiers men's basketball team have had a very active summer, the women's basketball team and Teri Moren have been much quieter. However, that doesn't mean they haven't been active both in the transfer portal and in recruiting. On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) is joined by Peegs women's basketball beat writer Talia Goodman (@goodmansport) to discuss the offseason for IU, starting with the transfer portal activity. While the Hoos...
Jul 31, 2023•28 min•Ep. 489
Tom Allen and the Indiana Hoosiers took part in the Big Ten Media Day on Thursday to unofficially kick off the college football season, Alongside Jaylin Lucas, Noah Pierre and Aaron Casey, Allen spoke to media for the first time this fall, touching on injury updates, the offensive line and the conference scheduling changes. On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) recaps Media Day and everything Allen talked about, including injury updates for Cam Camper, Matt Bedford an...
Jul 28, 2023•24 min•Ep. 488
The Indiana Hoosiers remained active on the recruiting trail by offering 2025 recruit Jamier Jones. Top 2024 recruits Annor Boateng and Austin Swartz also included IU in their final 8 schools. On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) brings the latest updates on another Recruiting Wednesday. Jones is the latest 2025 recruit Indiana has been involved with and another top recruit in that regard as well. Boateng is a wing prospect that fits the profile of what the Hoosiers ...
Jul 26, 2023•20 min•Ep. 487
The Indiana Hoosiers men's basketball team has multiple players that can be impactful in many ways from Kel'el Ware to Mackenzie Mgbako and Xavier Johnson. What are the more likely outcomes for the trio under Mike Woodson this season? On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) looks at more likely to happen scenarios for IU players, starting with Ware. With his impact hard to project, is he more likely to have a strong offensive or defensive season? When it comes to Mgbako...
Jul 24, 2023•24 min•Ep. 486
Like the men's team with Mike Woodson, Teri Moren and the women's basketball team are set for some big matchups this upcoming season. The Indiana Hoosiers will meet both the Tennessee Volunteers and Stanford Cardinals this season in what will likely be top-15 showdowns. On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) looks at the latest news on the schedule for the Hoosiers. Mackenzie Holmes, who will get a homecoming with a contest in Maine this year, will be the key focus of ...
Jul 21, 2023•23 min•Ep. 485
The Indiana Hoosiers missed out on Flory Bidunga in the 2024 class with the Kokomo big man naming his final four and not including IU. However, Mike Woodson and his staff set an official visit date with top-10 prospect Liam McNeeley. On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) reacts to the news of Bidunga announcing his top four. IU remains focused on Derik Queen, who showed out in a big way in Las Vegas with Woodson in attendance. McNeeley will make his senior year offici...
Jul 19, 2023•23 min•Ep. 484
If Mike Woodson were to lead the Indiana Hoosiers to a Big Ten title this upcoming season, what would have to go right? What type of roles would Kel'el Ware and Mackenzie Mgbako have to play? On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) plays the "what if" game. Ware would have to start reaching his potential. Mgbako, meanwhile, would have to hit the ground running and mimic, or better, Jalen Hood-Schifino's impact last season. The show wraps by discussing how Indiana's new-...
Jul 17, 2023•23 min•Ep. 483
If the Indiana Hoosiers football team were to make a bowl game in the 2023 season, what must have gone right for IU? Jaylin Lucas and Tayven Jackson will likely be at the center of any big turnaround for the Hoosiers this season. On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) looks at three things that must go right for Tom Allen and the Hoosiers to make a bowl game. Jackson and Lucas will have to be a dynamic duo to lead the team on the offensive end if things go right. The o...
Jul 14, 2023•23 min•Ep. 482
Mike Woodson and the Indiana Hoosiers are making big headways in the 2024 recruiting class with a number of the top prospects. But how close are they to potential commitments on the likes of Flory Bidunga, Liam McNeeley, Derik Queen and Boogie Fland. On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) provides the latest updates on recruiting in the 2024 class, starting with the center position. Bidunga is the big fish as the top Indiana prospect but IU is in better shape with Quee...
Jul 12, 2023•26 min•Ep. 481
Former Indiana Hoosier Jalen Hood-Schifinon had a strong showing for the Lakers in his second game at the Las Vegas Summer League. Trayce Jackson-Davis and Race Thompson, meanwhile, have not yet suited up due to injuries. On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) updates the latest happenings in Vegas, including Hood-Schifino helping the Lakers to a win over the Hornets. A hamstring injury to TJD and a sore right knee for Thompson has both sidelined. Former Hoosier Romeo ...
Jul 10, 2023•30 min•Ep. 480
While the Indiana Hoosiers are not known for their football program, they could have one of the most underrated players in the Big Ten next season in Andre Carter. As part of a revamped defense from Tom Allen, Carter joins Tayven Jackson, DeQuece Carter and Philip Blidi as the biggest impact transfers for this season. On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) looks at the most impactful transfers for the Hoosiers, including Carter and his All-Conference potential. Jackson...
Jul 07, 2023•27 min•Ep. 479
The Indiana Hoosiers men's basketball team welcomes six newcomers to Bloomington this season, led by Kel'el Ware and Mackenzie Mgbako. Could either player be an All-Conference caliber player for Mike Woodson and IU next season in the Big Ten? On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) looks at the six recruits and transfers for Indiana this season and discusses their potential, including whether Mgbako can make an All-Big Ten team next year. Fellow high-profile addition Ke...
Jul 05, 2023•27 min•Ep. 478
After seeing the freshman class outside of Yarden Garzon be largely unproductive, could Teri Moren and the Hoosiers see a jump in their sophomore season? Flashes of production from Lexus Bargesser and Lilly Meister should off IU some optimism moving forward. On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) looks back on the seasons of Bargesser, Meister and Henna Sandvik. Flashes of positive play from each are the basis for optimism and excitement looking forward next season. Wi...
Jul 03, 2023•27 min•Ep. 477
After a stop-and-start freshman season, Malik Reneau could be primed for a breakout campaign next year for a number of reasons. Fellow sophomores-to-be CJ Gunn and Kaleb Banks could be similarly set for big second seasons after being relative non-factors as freshmen. On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) looks back at Reneau's freshman year, one that started well as he hit the ground running. Struggles in the middle of the season defined his frustrating campaign but M...
Jun 30, 2023•24 min•Ep. 476
With similar skillsets and routes to the NBA, can Trayce Jackson-Davis be the next Draymond Green for the Golden State Warriors? Plus, we finally have the non-conference schedule for Indiana Hoosiers men's basketball next season while the women's basketball team landed one of the top in-state 2025 recruits in Maya Makalusky. On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) continues to look at Jackson-Davis' fit in Golden State and why it could be ideal for him. With an approxim...
Jun 28, 2023•25 min•Ep. 475
While Pacers fans fumed at their franchise for not taking Trayce Jackson-Davis during Thursday's 2023 NBA Draft, new reports add a different perspective to the situation. Jalen Hood-Schifino, meanwhile, heads to a Lakers team that he grew up watching as Kobe Bryant fan. On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) is joined by guest Jared Gosule (@Oh_My_Gos) to offer analysis on the two new Hoosiers to join the NBA. In joining the Warriors, Jackson-Davis turned down two-way ...
Jun 26, 2023•34 min•Ep. 474
Both Jalen Hood-Schifino and Trayce Jackson-Davis were selected in Thursday's 2023 NBA Draft by the Lakers and Warriors, respectively. It was a night of different emotions, though, as Hood-Schifino was drafted early while Jackson-Davis had a very, very long wait until being taken with the No. 57 pick. On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) reacts to two more Hoosiers being drafted into the NBA. Jackson-Davis' fall through the second round was another example of the NBA...
Jun 23, 2023•26 min•Ep. 473
Trayce Jackson-Davis and Jalen Hood-Schifino are set to become the 78th and 79th Indiana Hoosiers drafted in Thursday's 2023 NBA Draft. However, will they both be first round draft picks? On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) sets you up for everything you need to know ahead of the draft, where Hood-Schifino and IU head coach Mike Woodson will both be in attendance. After working out with at least a half-dozen teams including the Celtics, Warriors and Pacers, TJD coul...
Jun 21, 2023•28 min•Ep. 472
The Indiana Hoosiers basketball team might be in a good spot under Mike Woodson, but the IU football team is in the complete opposite state under Tom Allen. Is it bad enough to rank as the worst in the Big Ten? On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) dives back into the surveys conducted by the Locked on Network for the Big Ten. Heading to the 2023 season, the Hoosiers rank as one of the worst teams in the Big Ten with Tom Allen as one of the worst coaches, but a result...
Jun 20, 2023•30 min•Ep. 471
With Mike Woodson turning the program around in the last two years, where do the Indiana Hoosiers rank among the best programs in the Big Ten? And are they a better program right now than their in-state rivals in the Purdue Boilermakers? On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) looks at the Locked On's rankings of the top basketball programs in the conference. While IU finished behind Purdue, they still were top three with Michigan State taking the top spot. When it come...
Jun 16, 2023•29 min•Ep. 470
Two more returners for Teri Moren and the Indiana Hoosiers in Yarden Garzon and Sydney Parrish could be huge pieces next season. The potential with Garzon, specifically, is sky high for IU. On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) first congratulates former Hoosiers Thomas Bryant and Jared Jeffries for winning an NBA title with the Denver Nuggets. Then, we look back on the surprising season from Parrish after transferring in from Oregon. Similarly, Garzon came in as a fr...
Jun 14, 2023•26 min•Ep. 469
The Indiana Hoosiers football team was dealt a very favorable hand by the Big Ten with the release of the football schedules for the 2024 and 2025 seasons. With protected rival Purdue and two-play opponents Michigan State and Maryland, IU has a great chance at a bowl game in 2024. On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) recaps the schedule release for the Big Ten and how things shook out for the Hoosiers. Without Ohio State or Michigan on the schedule in 2024, Indiana h...
Jun 12, 2023•27 min•Ep. 468
The Indiana Hoosiers women's basketball team saw differing seasons from Chloe Moore-McNeil and Sara Scalia. With Teri Moren and IU looking to replace Grace Berger, can Moore-McNeil and Scalia help fill those shoes? On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) looks back on the seasons for both Moore-McNeil and Scalia, starting with the former. Her continued upward trajectory in her progression saw her have yet another career year for the Hoosiers. With Scalia, after a stando...
Jun 09, 2023•24 min•Ep. 467
The Indiana Hoosiers baseball team fell to the Kentucky Wildcats in a winner-take-all Game 7 of the NCAA baseball tournament on Monday. Teri Moren and the IU women's basketball team landed a commitment from Sydney Fenn while softball All-American Taryn Kern entered the transfer portal. On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) recaps the Hoosiers' loss to Kentucky in the NCAA Tournament at the Lexington regional. Post-game comments from head coach Jeff Mercer also caused ...
Jun 07, 2023•24 min•Ep. 466
It's a whole episode about the Indiana Hoosiers and Kentucky Wildcats across both baseball and basketball. The Hoosiers and Kentucky are set for a Game 7 on the baseball diamond for a spot in the Super Regionals. On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) recaps a weekend of action for IU at the Lexington regional, including an upset of UK on Saturday. If the Hoosiers can win once more on Monday, they will make the Super Regionals for the first time since 2013. With anothe...
Jun 05, 2023•24 min•Ep. 465
The Indiana Hoosiers are set for a potential recruiting battle against the Kentucky Wildcats with 2025 five-star guard Jasper Johnson at the center. 2024 five-star guard Boogie Fland has also set his official visit date to Bloomington for June as well. On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) recaps the latest recruitment news for the Hoosiers, who are recruiting in John Calipari's backyard. Fland also set an official visit date as IU looks to make a splash in the 2024 c...
Jun 02, 2023•23 min•Ep. 464
Out of nowhere, the Indiana Hoosiers landed in the final five for Dayton transfer Mike Sharavjamts after he pulled out of the 2023 NBA Draft and remained in the transfer portal. Both Mike Woodson and Tom Allen spoke about their respective teams at an NIL fundraiser on Wednesday. On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) looks at the latest potential transfer target for the Hoosiers in Mongolian Mike. A unique player, Sharavjamts is listed as a 6'8" forward but played last...
Jun 01, 2023•27 min•Ep. 463
Mackenzie Holmes was the center of everything great for the Indiana Hoosiers women's basketball team this season, both figuratively and literally. Her incredible season for IU also will go down as one of the best seasons in the program's history as well. On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) looks back on Holmes 2022-23 campaign and how incredible it was. She finished the season second in points in a single season, first in field goals made and first in field goal per...
May 31, 2023•25 min•Ep. 462
