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SMU Sweating NCAA Tournament Fate After Louisville Loss
Football mailbag also addressed in latest podcast episode
Mar. 12, 2026 at 3:07am
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On the latest episode of the On The Pony Express podcast, host Billy Embody breaks down SMU Basketball's uncertain NCAA Tournament hopes after the team's exit from the ACC Tournament. Embody also answers mailbag questions related to SMU's football program.
Why it matters
SMU Basketball has been on the bubble for an NCAA Tournament bid, and their loss to Louisville in the ACC Tournament has put their postseason fate in jeopardy. The podcast provides insight into the team's current standing and the factors that will determine whether they receive an at-large bid.
The details
The podcast covers SMU Basketball's performance in the ACC Tournament, where they were eliminated after a loss to Louisville. Embody discusses the team's current standing and the factors that will influence whether they receive an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament. Additionally, the episode includes a football mailbag segment, where Embody answers questions from listeners about the SMU football program.
- The podcast was recorded and published on March 12, 2026.
The players
Billy Embody
The host of the On The Pony Express podcast, who provides analysis and insights on SMU's basketball and football teams.
SMU Mustangs
The men's basketball team of Southern Methodist University, which is currently on the bubble for an NCAA Tournament bid.
Louisville Cardinals
The men's basketball team of the University of Louisville, which defeated SMU in the ACC Tournament.
The takeaway
The podcast provides valuable insight into the current state of SMU's basketball program and the factors that will determine their NCAA Tournament fate. Additionally, the football mailbag segment offers a glimpse into the broader interests and concerns of SMU fans.
