Coach Chris Mooney returns to Spiders Sound Off for an in-depth conversation about Richmond basketball's massive offseason transformation.

We dive into the realities of roster construction in the transfer portal era, NIL economics, and how Richmond attacked the spring recruiting cycle after a disappointing 2025 season. Coach Mooney discusses key additions including Jamie Kaiser, Amon Dorries, Darien Saran, Jack McCaffery, Dominic Stewart, Andrew Ball, and more, while also sharing his thoughts on returning standouts Aiden and the development of players already in the program.

Plus:

• How Richmond evaluates portal talent
• The return of Maurice Joseph
• Building team chemistry in the NIL era
• Defensive identity for the 2026-27 squad

If you're wondering what the Spiders will look like this winter, this is the episode you've been waiting for.

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Season 2 tips off with a huge guest: Alisa Kresge, the new women’s basketball head coach.

Coach Kresge joins us to talk about:

• Winning an NCAA Tournament game as a player
• Learning under legendary coaches and her father
• Why Richmond felt like the perfect fit
• Early impressions of Ally Sweeney and the young Spiders roster
• Her new coaching staff and what’s still to come

Plus: behind-the-scenes insight into the whirlwind transition from winning the America East title to taking over the Spiders in less than a month.

A deep basketball conversation with the new leader of Richmond women’s hoops — and the official start of Season 2.

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Porter and Tom are back to wrap up Season 1 and tell you what it will take for us to make the NCAA tournament next season. Whether it happens or not is for later. Right now, we tell you some realistic ways for it to happen. Do we have it right? Let us know!

Richmond sports legend John O'Connor joins Spiders Sound Off for a conversation full of stories, memories, and perspective from nearly five decades covering University of Richmond athletics.

From Dick Tarrant and the Syracuse upset to the 2008 football title run and today’s changing college sports landscape, John shares what he’s seen, who stood out, and why Richmond has remained special through the years.

A fun episode for longtime Spider fans and newer fans alike.

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Incoming Richmond freshman Deuce Simmons joins Spiders Sound Off to talk about his path from Kansas to the University of Richmond, winning a state championship, and what Spider fans can expect from his game this season.

Tom and Porter also break down the packed welcome reception for new women’s head coach Alisa Kresge — including crowd turnout, early impressions, and what her winning pedigree means for the future of Richmond basketball.

Plus:

• Richmond lacrosse’s A-10 championship and NCAA Tournament outlook
• Early roster thoughts and offseason momentum
• What’s next for Spider hoops

On this episode of Spiders Sound Off, Tom goes solo and gives Richmond lacrosse the spotlight with senior goalie Connor Knight joining the show.

They discuss Richmond’s top-5 national ranking, the A-10 regular season championship, A-10 Tournament expectations, NCAA Tournament hopes, and Connor’s path from Texas to becoming one of the top goalies in the country.

Also included:

• Men’s basketball transfer portal updates
• Alyssa Kresge welcome event details
• Porter’s podcast portal status
• Upcoming player interviews and roster news

A huge week for Richmond athletics and a great time to be a Spider.

This is Spiders Sound Off—the best team pod for the best league.

Tom and Porter are joined by Tyler Cronin from the 3 Bid League Podcast for a deep dive into Richmond basketball and the rapidly changing Atlantic 10 offseason.

They break down Richmond’s portal additions, discuss the importance of keeping Aiden Argabright, evaluate Chris Mooney’s roster construction, and look at where the Spiders stand compared to big spenders like VCU, Dayton, and Saint Louis.

They also cover George Mason, Davidson, St. Bonaventure, and the broader A-10 landscape as teams race to rebuild through the portal.

If you're a Richmond fan trying to figure out what next season could look like, this is the episode you need.

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The Richmond Spiders make a major move by hiring Alisa Kresge as the new women’s basketball head coach—and we break down why this could be a program-changing hire.

🏀 In this episode:

• Why Kresge’s winning track record at Vermont stands out
• Her defensive identity and what it means for Richmond’s roster
• Early signals from current players (stay or go?)

• Portal strategy and potential roster rebuild

🔥 Plus on the men’s side:

• Breakdown of Jamie Kaiser Jr. transferring in from Butler
• How he fits alongside Aidan Argabright
• Why length and shooting just improved immediately
• Other comings and goings

🎙️ Spiders Sound Off is your home for Richmond basketball insight, roster moves, and real talk from two die-hard alums.