PODCAST: Return to campus, big win against Arkansas, plus new segments

On Episode 16 of Live from West End, Frankie Sheehy joins Aiden Rutman and Bryce Smith to discuss men’s and women’s basketball. The trio also introduces three new segments.

Nikita Rohila

Vanderbilt was lifted by a noisy home crowd on Jan. 14, 2023, at Memorial Gymnasium. (Nikita Rohila/Hustler Multimedia)

By Aiden Rutman, Bryce Smith and Frankie Sheehy

Jan 16, 2023

This week on Live from West End, Sports Editor Bryce Smith and Deputy Sports Editor Aiden Rutman are joined by Deputy Sports Editor Frankie Sheehy to talk men’s and women’s hoops. The trio discusses the men’s most recent victory against No. 15 Arkansas, and what they need to do to replicate that success against No. 4 Alabama. They also discuss women’s basketball’s recent struggles during the opening portion of SEC play, and what they have to do to right the ship. Bryce also introduces two new segments. The first, ‘Anything but Vandy,’ holds true to its name: The hosts talk about whatever is on their minds, and this week features both NFL and English Premier League talk. The second, ‘Three Questions,’ has each host ask one question they have for the upcoming week of Vanderbilt Sports.

Further Reading

How data analytics has transformed Vanderbilt Athletics: With three season-ending injuries and a battered star player, Vanderbilt Women’s Basketball has turned to data analytics to salvage its preseason potential.

About the Contributors

Aiden Rutman, Sports Editor

Aiden Rutman (‘25) is a student in Peabody College majoring in human and organizational development and minoring in communication studies. He formerly produced The Hustler’s sports podcast, Live from West End. In addition to writing and podcasting, Aiden is an avid New York sports fan. He loves playing sports, spending time outdoors and trying new foods. You can reach him at [email protected].

Bryce Smith, Former Sports Editor

Bryce Smith ('23) is majoring in human and organizational development in Peabody College with a minor in business. Bryce previously wrote for SBNation before joining The Hustler. Hailing from Chicago, Bryce is a die-hard Bears and Cubs fan who is also hoping that the Bulls and Blackhawks may one day rekindle their dominance. He can be reached at [email protected].

Frankie Sheehy, Former Deputy Sports Editor

Frankie Sheehy ('24) wrote for The Hustler Sports section and graduated from the College of Arts and Science with majors in economics and law, history and society. He was also the president of the Vanderbilt Chess Club and a superfan of the Chicago White Sox. You can reach him at [email protected].

Nikita Rohila, Senior Staff Photographer

Nikita Rohila ('25) is from a small town in Arkansas and is majoring in psychology and medicine, health and society in the College of Arts and Science. She previously served as Deputy Photography Editor. During her free time, she enjoys roaming around the city and getting cinematic-style shots for her photography account. You can reach her at [email protected].

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