Episode 8: Gerry McNamara

In Episode 8 of the Swider Show, Cole and Paddy briefly recap Cole’s last week, the Lakers first win of the season, and how his rehab is going. Next, (8:43) the show is honored to welcome on the most accomplished player in the history of Syracuse basketball and Cole and Paddy’s former coach Gerry McNamara for the longest interview to date. GMac gives a preview of this year’s Cuse team, recaps his high school days (including one of the most notable games in the history of Pennsylvania high school basketball), the national championship run in 2003, the success he had during his time at Syracuse and why he identified so much with the fan base, his mindset at the end of games, the legendary 2006 Big East Tournament run, his transition from pro basketball to coaching, the influence Coach Boeheim has on teams and his life, and much, much more. You’ll want to tune into this one!FOLLOW US on All Platforms:Instagram @swidershowTwitter @swidershowGMail @swidershow@gmail.com