Joey Loose

Joey Loose

Joined: Sep 12, 2018

A Chicago native and Valpo alum, I'm obsessed with all things sports, especially college basketball, with a focus on sports statistics, data, and cartography.

Nov 23, 2021; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Tennessee State Tigers head coach Brian Collins watches action against the Nebraska Cornhuskers in the second half at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Mid-major CBB loses another head coach, this time to the NBA

Apr 1, 2025; Brooklyn, NY, USA; McDonald's All American West guard Mikel Brown Jr. (11) dribbles the ball against McDonald's All American East guard Darius Acuff Jr. (5) during the first half of the game at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Pamela Smith-Imagn Images

This Louisville freshman will make a case for ACC POY next year

Mar 23, 2025; Cleveland, OH, USA; New Mexico Lobos head coach Richard Pitino talks with a referee in the second half against the Michigan State Spartans during the NCAA Tournament Second Round at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

1st-year HC grade: Did Xavier strike gold by bringing in Richard Pitino?

Mar 8, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils head coach Bobby Hurley talks to an official during the second half at Desert Financial Arena. Mandatory Credit: Arianna Grainey-Imagn Images

CBB Hot seat check: How much longer does Bobby Hurley have at Arizona State?

Rutgers Scarlet Knights head coach Steve Pikiell yells at his team Wednesday, March 12, 2025, in a first round game at the 2025 TIAA Big Ten Men’s Basketball Tournament between the USC Trojans and the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes, 77-70.

CBB Hot seat check: Should Steve Pikiell be concerned at Rutgers?

Mar 20, 2025; Providence, RI, USA; McNeese State Cowboys head coach Will Wade signals to his players during the second half against the Clemson Tigers at Amica Mutual Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

1st-year HC grade: Did NC State hit the jackpot with Will Wade?

Mar 21, 2025; Seattle, WA, USA; Memphis Tigers forward Dain Dainja (42) walks off the court after losing to Colorado State Rams at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

Memphis star big man gets bad news from NCAA

Mar 21, 2024; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Samford Bulldogs head coach Bucky McMillan during the first half in the first round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament against the Samford Bulldogs at Vivint Smart Home Arena-Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

1st-year HC grade: Texas A&M looks for continued success under Bucky McMillan

Jan 4, 2025; College Station, Texas, USA; A detailed view of the Lone Star Showdown trophy prior to the game between the Texas A&M Aggies and the Texas Longhorns at Reed Arena. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Why college basketball’s schedule expansion could spell bad news for some programs

Mar 14, 2015; Las Vegas, NV, USA; New Mexico Aggies players celebrate after defeating Seattle 80-61 to claim the Western Athletic Conference Tournament title at Orleans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Latest moves delivers death knell to the WAC after more than six decades

Mar 12, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish guard Markus Burton (3) with head coach Micah Shrewsberry in the first half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

CBB Hot seat check: Is trouble brewing for Micah Shrewsberry and Notre Dame?

Mar 20, 2025; Denver, CO, USA; VCU Rams head coach Ryan Odom reacts during the first half against the Brigham Young Cougars in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

1st-year HC grade: Does a return to glory happen for Virginia under Ryan Odom?

Mar 12, 2025; Nashville, TN, USA; LSU Tigers head coach Matt McMahon yells to his team against the Mississippi State Bulldogs during the first half at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

CBB Hot seat check: Can Matt McMahon construct a turnaround at LSU?

Indiana University men's basketball Head Coach Darian DeVries speaks at the introductory press conference at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

1st-year HC grade: How does Darian DeVries shape the future at Indiana?

Mar 12, 2025; New York, NY, USA; Butler Bulldogs head coach Thad Matta reacts during the second half against the Providence Friars at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

CBB Hot seat check: Will things improve at Butler under Thad Matta?

Florida State’s new head basketball coach Luke Loucks introduces himself, shares his beliefs and coaching style during a press conference Monday, March 10, 2025.

1st-year HC grade: Was Luke Loucks the right guy to take over Florida State?