Roll Jays.

About Roll Jays.

Roll Jays is your go-to podcast for all things Creighton University Men’s Basketball, powered by the Big East Energy Network. Hosted by Jimmie Allen, Alex Drake, and Casey Matthews, this trio brings a dynamic mix of expertise, enthusiasm, and insider takes to the mic. Each episode dives into the Bluejays’ journey—breaking down games, spotlighting players like Ryan Kalkbrenner, and previewing showdowns in the Big East Conference. From the energy of CHI Health Center Omaha to the thrill of March Madness, Jimmie, Alex, and Casey deliver recaps, interviews, and fan-driven discussions that keep you locked into Creighton basketball. Whether you’re a die-hard Bluejay or just love college hoops, Roll Jays has the stories and stats to fuel your fandom.

Publisher

Big East Energy

Category

business · society & culture · sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

1 Apr 2025

Latest episode

24 Feb 2026

Latest episodes

38 of 40 episodes have a transcript.

1. 

   24 Feb 2026TRANSCRIPT

   How Creighton is Becoming the "Gold Standard" of the Big East | Mike Odom Interview

   Join us on this episode of the Roll Jays podcast as we sit down with Mike Odom, Creighton University's Deputy Athletic Director for External Operations. We dive deep into the massive $300 million project that is set to transform the Creighton campus and the Omaha area. Mike explains the vision behind the Fly Together initiative, detailing how this investment will impact every student-athlete—from men's basketball to softball and baseball—by providing first-class facilities, including a brand-new sport performance center. In this episode, we discuss: -The origins of the Fly Together campaign and the need for more weight room space. -How Creighton aims to be the "gold standard" and the model program for the Big East. -The transformation of the McDermott Center, Sokol Arena, and Schwab Baseball Park. -Improving the student-athlete experience through better nutrition, mental health resources, and academic support. -The collaborative effort involving the Board of Trustees and the Heider family. Check out the Fly Together initiative here: https://gocreighton.com/sports/2025/3/20/fly-together 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop a comment with your favorite moment from the interview! You can also follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and socials... @BigEastEnergy 🎙️ Presented by the Big East Energy Podcast Network – your home for all things Big East basketball. Check out https://bigeastenergynetwork.com for more. Watch the Roll Jays Playlist here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmPKVP3DPdG1zo8M2M8LIdmeOAFp8uAf5&si=WVBv6nWRwgMh-GSB Don't forget to like and subscribe to @BigEastEnergyNetwork on YouTube for the BEST coverage of Big East basketball. Big thanks to our network sponsor Homefield Apparel! Check them out at https://www.homefieldapparel.com #Creighton #Bluejays #BigEast #CollegeBasketball #Omaha #FlyTogether #RollJays #MikeOdom #CollegeAthletics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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   18 Feb 2026TRANSCRIPT

   What Really Happens Behind the Scenes of Creighton Basketball? Sit Down with Rob Anderson!

   Sports Information Director Rob Anderson discusses Creighton basketball's history, including the transition to the Big East and Doug McDermott's Player of the Year campaign, in an interview.

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   23 Jan 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Recruiting Update - Could the Jays Next Big Man Be On the Way?

   Coach Greg McDermott analyzes Creighton's basketball recruiting strategies, spotlighting key targets and offers for the 2026 and 2027 classes, and assesses how potential players align with the Bluejay system.

Inside a recent episode

How Creighton is Becoming the "Gold Standard" of the Big East | Mike Odom Interview

Published 24 Feb 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] You know, not only here, but it, and a lot of, you know, most institutions, you know, they have a great, if they have a great experience, and they, they pour into Creighton or wherever they are, the way the school and the athletic department is poured into them, they can get so much out of it. […]

Who has been a guest on Roll Jays.

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Rob Anderson
• Derek Kellogg
• Coach Jeff Vanderloo
• Theo Lawson
• Kerem Konan

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

766,928

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 66 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

82

Social presence

0

YouTube

93

Engagement

32

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