Splash City Basketball Podcast

Splash City is your go-to basketball podcast, diving deep into all the basketball that matters in Minnesota and the Upper Midwest. From tactical breakdowns and recruiting news to live game commentary, we cover it all from the land of 10,000 lakes.

Splash City Basketball Podcast is a sports podcast hosted by Steve Hartman, with 74 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Steve Hartman hosts Splash City Basketball Podcast, a sports show with 74 episodes published.

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  Episode #3

  Lynx vs. Liberty Playoff Preview with Terry Horstman + Target Center Arena Drama?

  Sep 27, 202643 minS2

  In this episode of the Splash City Basketball Podcast, host Steve Hartman brings on beat writer Terry Horstman ( The IX Sports , Hitting the Hardwood ) to break down the Minnesota Lynx’s first-round WNBA playoff matchup against the New York Liberty. Fresh off Lynx practice, Terry gives an inside look at the squad, analyzing rookie superstar Olivia Miles’ impact and her calf, Napheesa "Phee" Collier’s health, Cheryl Reeve’s playoff preparation, and the key turnover and size matchups that could decide the series. Steve recaps the Lynx's Game 1 playoff battle and dives into the off-court news surrounding the Minnesota Timberwolves and Target Center. He weighs in on team ownership hints regarding potential public funding for a new arena, alongside updates on Niko Medved’s offensive system and the ongoing debate over renovating "The Barn" vs. building a new venue. Key Topics Covered: Lynx vs. Liberty Deep Dive: Terry Horstman breaks down the first-round matchup, Cheryl Reeve's playoff history, Olivia Miles' elite rookie year, and injury/health updates on Napheesa Collier and Jonquel Jones. Lynx Game 1 Breakdown: Analyzing Minnesota’s offensive execution, turnover struggles, and New York's perimeter length. Target Center & Timberwolves Arena News: Unpacking the latest comments from Timberwolves ownership regarding public funding assistance for a new arena. Tactical & Minnesota Hoops Talk: A look ahead to Niko Medved’s national assist-rate-leading offensive scheme Connect & Subscribe: Website: splashcitybasketball.com Follow: Find us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Terry Horstman: Check out his coverage at theIXsports.com and hittingthehardwood.com , or follow him on social media @TerryHorstman Sponsor Offer: Visit Radkebasketballacademy.com and use promo code SPLASH5 for $5 off a group session! Listen on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , Amazon or YouTube . Follow Splash City Basketball Podcast on Instagram , TikTok , Facebook and Bluesky .

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  Episode #2

  Raising the Floor: Debate over The Barn + NIL & WNBA with Nicole Jackson

  Sep 23, 202657 minS2

  Is The Barn, formerly Williams Arena, a beloved historic treasure or an outdated facility in need of a overhaul? Host Steve Hartman is joined by Hitting the Hardwood writer Nicole Jackson for the season debut of Raising the Floor . Together, they explore: The Barn's Crossroads: Analyzing the feasibility of renovating Williams Arena vs. building a new venue, and how corporate sponsorship (like Blue Cross Blue Shield) fits into modern college hoops. The Legal Side of College Sports: How Nicole's day job as a paralegal shapes her view on NIL rulings, transfer portal precedent, and extra eligibility cases. Gopher Women's Basketball: Looking ahead to the 2026–27 season after raising a Sweet 16 banner. WNBA & College Venues: Checking in on the Minnesota Lynx's playoff seeding and comparing iconic venues from Cameron Indoor to Allen Fieldhouse. This episode of Raising the Floor is brought to you by Second Chance Sportswear, your home for vintage and pre-owned sports apparel. Visit secondchancesportswear.com! Listen on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , Amazon or YouTube . Follow Splash City Basketball Podcast on Instagram , TikTok , Facebook and Bluesky .

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  Episode #1

  Year 2 Kickoff: New Sponsor, Timberwolves’ Kuminga Fit & 3 Youth Tryout Realities

  Sep 20, 202636 minS2

  We’re officially in Year 2 of the Splash City Basketball Podcast! Host Steve Hartman kicks off the new season reflecting on the journey so far and breaking down the new weekly calendar. Sunday potpourri episodes and Wednesday’s new college/Gophers-focused show, Raising the Floor . Plus, in this episode: Sponsor Spotlight: Steve sits down with Dan Radke of Radke Basketball Academy to talk about his first 6 months, fundamental training, and building player confidence. Timberwolves Breakdown: Analyzing the Jonathan Kuminga signing, his athletic fit alongside Ant and LaMelo Ball, rotational flexibility, and concerns over frontcourt depth. Youth Tryout Realities: 3 key takeaways from 5 years of youth basketball tryouts, including shifting from "looking good" to displaying hard work, building balanced rosters, and teaching athletes self-evaluation. Special Offer: Use code SPLASH5 at RadkeBasketballAcademy.com to get $5 off your next group training session! Listen on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , Amazon or YouTube . Follow Splash City Basketball Podcast on Instagram , TikTok , Facebook and Bluesky .

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  Episode #71

  Greatness at the Position: Ranking the Greatest Centers in Minnesota & NBA History

  Sep 13, 20261h 5m

  On the fifth and final installment of the "Greatness at the Position" series, host Steve Hartman breaks down the position that has defined generations of basketball: the center. Steve is joined by Andrew Wiener, Director at West Central United AAU, for a deep dive into the evolution of the big man, from old-school rim protectors and footwork masters to modern-day perimeter threats and high-level facilitators. They explore what truly defines elite play at the center position, how positionless basketball is changing roster construction, and how certain traits and characteristics of the position are timeless. Plus, Steve and Andrew debate their ultimate top five rankings of all-time Minnesota high school and the top five NBA centers of all time. They finish the conversation by analyzing current Minnesota Timberwolves big men, rim protection, and player trajectory heading into the upcoming season. Key Topics Covered: AAU & Player Development: Recapping West Central United’s summer run, playing in Las Vegas, and evaluating high school prospects. The Evolution of the Center: Balancing physical size, instinctual shot-blocking, and screen setting with modern skills like outside shooting and passing. Minnesota’s Greatest Big Men: Debating the state’s rich history of legendary centers, from small-town stars to college and NBA standouts. All-Time NBA Centers Debate: Comparing dominant eras, style matchups, efficiency stats, and where current superstars fit in history. Timberwolves Center Outlook: The defensive impact of current frontcourt players and what to expect from Minnesota bigs this season. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share the pod with your fellow basketball junkies! Listen on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , Amazon or YouTube . Follow Splash City Basketball Podcast on Instagram , TikTok , Facebook and Bluesky .

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  Episode #70

  Greatness at the Position: Power Forwards, Unsung Enforcers & Top 5 from MN & all-time

  Sep 7, 202654 min

  Host Steve Hartman returns for Part 4 of the Greatness at the Position series on the Splash City Basketball Podcast! This week, the spotlight shifts down low into the trenches to break down everything that defines an elite power forward, from rim tenacity and complimentary skill sets to physical enforcers and master footwork. Joining Steve is friend and former St. Francis Saints big man Matt Neumann to unpack the physical evolution of the four-spot, undersized enforcers, and the unsung dirty work that wins big games. Key Topics Covered: Anatomy of an Elite Power Forward: Why complimentary fit with your center matters most, embracing physical contact, paint control, hand fighting, screen-and-roll dynamics, and baseline off-ball movement. Local Enforcers & North Metro Legends: Matt and Steve look back at some of the toughest, most physical big men in Minnesota high school hoops history (including North Suburban Conference, Lakeville North and Central Minnesota standouts). Top Minnesota Power Forwards of All Time: The guys debate the greatest four-men to come out of the North Star State including NBA Hall of Famers and Big Ten legends to high school phenoms. Tune in to hear who made the top of the list! Top 5 NBA Power Forwards of All Time: A clash of eras comparing mid-range maestros, elite rebounding machines, hyper-efficient champions, and physical enforcers. The guys swap out classic names and debate who truly belongs on the ultimate Mount Rushmore. Let us know who we missed in the comments or if you have more names to add! Listen on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , Amazon or YouTube . Follow Splash City Basketball Podcast on Instagram , TikTok , Facebook and Bluesky .

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