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The IX Sports PodcastIndiana Fever camp buzz, Val Ackerman Interview & NCAA Tournament Expansion | The IX Sports PodcastHoward Megdal and Jackie Powell are back for another episode of the IX Sports Podcast women’s basketball edition. Howard first provides his take on whether or not NCAA tournament expansion is necessary followed. Then Tony East joins Howard and Jackie to share what he’s learned inside Indiana Fever training camp and preseason. What did Tony make of the Fever’s game vs. the Dallas Wings on Thursday night? How are the Fever being extremely cautious when it comes to injury prevention? Later Howard shares an interview he did with Big East Commissioner Val Ackerman who recently announced her re...
2026-05-0239 min
The Hoops HQ ShowBig East Special: WNBA Legend Val AckermanBig East commissioner Ackerman explains how to save March Madness and fix college sports; a retrospective on 37 years as a female sports executive. PLUS: Seth and Andy react to NCAA Tournament expansion. Watch The Hoops HQ Show with Seth Davis and Andy Katz on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or live on the Fubo Sports Network 🏀
2026-05-0124 min
Bloomberg Business of SportsBig East Commissioner Val Ackerman on March Madness and UConn BasketballJoin host Vanessa Perdomo and Michael Barr for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.Big East Commissioner Val Ackerman speaks with host Vanessa Padermo.They discussed her thoughts on this year’s March Madness tournament. Val also talked about UConn men’s and women’s basketball and how she hopes to see a double national title. On this episode, we also hear from:- Lisa Bhathal Merage, Portland Fire owner, on the WNBA and a new collective bargaining agreement.- K...
2026-04-0337 minBloomberg Business of SportsBig East Commissioner Val Ackerman on March Madness and UConn BasketballJoin host Vanessa Perdomo and Michael Barr for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.Big East Commissioner Val Ackerman speaks with host Vanessa Padermo.They discussed her thoughts on this year’s March Madness tournament. Val also talked about UConn men’s and women’s basketball and how she hopes to see a double national title. On this episode, we also hear from:- Lisa Bhathal Merage, Portland Fire owner, on the WNBA and a new collective bargaining agreement.- K...
2026-04-0337 min
This Week in the BIG EAST - Weekly Overview of NCAA College Basketball's Top Conference#TWITBE EP. 12.10 - Val Ackerman, Dan Hurley and Jordan CornetteNEW YORK -- BIG EAST Commissioner Val Ackerman, UConn head coach Dan Hurley, and Peacock television analyst Jordan Cornette are the guests on the 10th episode of This Week in the BIG EAST. Now in its 12th season, This Week in the BIG EAST (#TWITBE) is distributed by Westwood One radio and is available wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. This week's BIG EAST Focus is Commissioner Val Ackerman, who previews the 44th playing of the BIG EAST Tournament at Madison Square Garden, the state of the conference as a power player in an ev...
2026-03-0644 minThis Week in the BIG EAST - Weekly Overview of NCAA College Basketball's Top Conference#TWITBE EP. 12.10 - Val Ackerman, Dan Hurley and Jordan CornetteNEW YORK -- BIG EAST Commissioner Val Ackerman, UConn head coach Dan Hurley, and Peacock television analyst Jordan Cornette are the guests on the 10th episode of This Week in the BIG EAST. Now in its 12th season, This Week in the BIG EAST (#TWITBE) is distributed by Westwood One radio and is available wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. This week's BIG EAST Focus is Commissioner Val Ackerman, who previews the 44th playing of the BIG EAST Tournament at Madison Square Garden, the state of the conference as a power player in an ev...
2026-03-0644 min
Good Game with Sarah SpainThe Horse Is Out of the Barn with Val AckermanBig East Commissioner and former WNBA President Val Ackerman joins Sarah to discuss how her job has changed as a result of NIL, the transfer portal and House vs. NCAA, how her previous career stops influenced her work as commissioner of a conference, and how the disparity between the football haves and have-nots is growing every day. RSVP to the 2026 Congressional College Athletics Summit here Check out Vogue’s compliment battle between Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams here And watch their very NSFW appearance with Buzzfeed here Check out @AcceptingUncleMurphy’s video pr...
2026-01-1438 min
No Free Lunch with Ndamukong SuhShe Changed Sports Forever: Val Ackerman talks 30 Years of WNBA HistoryOn this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with founding president of the WNBA and current commissioner of the Big East, Val Ackerman. They talk about Val's front-row seat to the inception of the WNBA -- from David Stern's role to the importance of the 1996 Olympics. They also chat about some of the biggest issues facing colleges athletics today, including Title IX and the pros and cons of NIL.Supported by T. Rowe PriceHost: Ndamukong SuhExecutive Producers: Andrea Scott and Grace Piro DeliaProducer: Danny S...
2025-12-091h 07
Always an Athlete PodcastVal Ackerman, Commissioner of the Big East Conference and Founding President of the WNBA on her legendary sports journey, the Dream Team, WNBA and the Big EASTIn this episode of Always an Athlete, host Jonathan Osborne interviews Val Ackerman, the fifth commissioner of the Big East Conference and the founding president of the WNBA. Val shares her journey from being a young athlete in the 60s and 70s to becoming a prominent figure in sports management. She discusses her experiences with the Dream Team, the challenges and triumphs of launching the WNBA, and her leadership style. Val also reflects on her role in the Big East Conference, the importance of supporting women's athletics, and offers valuable advice for young professionals looking to make their mark...
2025-11-2150 min
SBJ On StageVal Ackerman: Legacy Leadership and Redifining the landscape of sportsIn this episode of On Stage, BIG EAST Commissioner Val Ackerman joins Sports Business Journal’s Publisher and Executive Editor, Abraham Madkour for an inspiring and candid conversation that took place on September 25, 2025, at SBJ’s Game Changers conference in New York City.Ackerman — a pioneer in sports leadership and one of the most respected voices in college athletics — reflects on a career defined by innovation, advocacy, and resilience. From helping launch the WNBA as its first president to guiding the BIG EAST through a time of rapid change, Ackerman’s insights illuminate how leadership evolves in moments of...
2025-10-2832 min
Built to Ball w/ Tee BakerDEVELOPING STORY: Why the Deal with ESPN is a game changer for the Big East.Subscribe and Like all things @BigEastEnergyNetwork
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Tee Baker explores the Big East Conference's new multi-year deal with ESPN, rekindling a historic partnership. The agreement enhances visibility for women's basketball, providing national coverage across various platforms. Baker discusses the deal's significance with Big East Commissioner Val Ackerman, highlighting its impact on revenue sharing, recruiting, and the conference's competitive edge. The podcast examines the Big East's evolution, its basketball-centric focus, and how this deal positions the conference in the changing landscape of college sports. Baker emphasizes the...
2025-07-1418 min
Next Play: The Business of Sports powered by Playfly SportsJohnWallStreet Presents: Big Business On Campus, The BIG EAST's March into a New Era (Ep. 1)Just as the BIG EAST prepared to announce its new 6-year digital media deal with ESPN, Val Ackerman, BIG EAST Commissioner, sat down with Mike Schreiber, Playfly Sports Founder and Chairman, for the first episode of JohnWallStreet Presents: Big Business On Campus podcast. In this episode, Commissioner Ackerman shares her vision for the BIG EAST conference, weighing in on media rights and reaching digital audiences, the impact of revenue-sharing within BIG EAST schools as a result of the House Settlement, the unique Pitino coaches' clash next season, and more.
2025-07-1441 min
The Journey: Leaders In College Athletics Share Their WisdomThe Journey, Episode 11: Val AckermanBig East Commissioner Val Ackerman joins CSA Founder Todd Turner to reflect on their 48 year relationship in the industry and Val's journey as a trailblazer and icon in women's sports as an athlete and sports business leader. Val discusses her early exposure to athletics via her grandfather and father, both of whom served as high school athletic directors, and shares the story of her arrival at Virginia as one of the first women to receive an athletic scholarship. Todd and Val walk through Val's time as an athlete, including the period between graduating from UVA and going to UCLA...
2025-05-2234 minThis Week in the BIG EAST - Weekly Overview of NCAA College Basketball's Top Conference#TWITBE Ep. 11.9 - Rick Pitino, Val Ackerman, Jerry WalkerThis Week In The BIG EAST Radio Show, distributed by Westwood One, continued its 11th season with guests St. John's head coach Rick Pitino, BIG EAST Commissioner Val Ackerman and BIG EAST Legend and former Seton Hall star Jerry Walker.The returning hosts for This Week In The BIG EAST (#TWITBE) are John Rooke, a longtime BIG EAST play-by-play voice, and Kevin McNamara, BIG EAST radio host, columnist and author. Rooke and McNamara give a comprehensive look at the teams, coaches, players and storied tradition of the top basketball conference in America in each episode....
2025-03-0744 minThis Week in the BIG EAST - Weekly Overview of NCAA College Basketball's Top Conference#TWITBE Ep. 11.9 - Rick Pitino, Val Ackerman, Jerry WalkerThis Week In The BIG EAST Radio Show, distributed by Westwood One, continued its 11th season with guests St. John's head coach Rick Pitino, BIG EAST Commissioner Val Ackerman and BIG EAST Legend and former Seton Hall star Jerry Walker.The returning hosts for This Week In The BIG EAST (#TWITBE) are John Rooke, a longtime BIG EAST play-by-play voice, and Kevin McNamara, BIG EAST radio host, columnist and author. Rooke and McNamara give a comprehensive look at the teams, coaches, players and storied tradition of the top basketball conference in America in each episode....
2025-03-0744 min
Big East RewindBig East Rewind Episode 143: Featuring Val Ackerman Commissioner of the Big East ConferenceBig thanks to Val for taking a few minutes to talk some hoops as we enter March Madness.
2025-03-0748 min
The VarsityBig East Hoop DreamsBig East commissioner Val Ackerman joins John for a deep dive into the present and future of college sports. She lays out the Big East’s strategy for thriving in a football-dominated landscape, probes the possibility of a Big East-ACC merger, and breaks down the conference’s approach to revenue sharing. Val also reflects on her groundbreaking role as the WNBA’s first commissioner and explains why the league’s meteoric growth is anything but surprising. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy ...
2025-02-2346 min
Scoop B Radio | #SCOOPBRADIO | Brandon RobinsonScoop B Radio Overtime f/Val Ackerman [NCAA Big East Commissioner] (2024)Scoop B talks to Big East commissioner Val Ackerman talks about the OG and current Big East conference, OG WNBA, NBA expansion, remembering David Stern and so much more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-12-1924 min
Thirty Minute MentorsEpisode 257: Basketball Hall of Famer Val AckermanVal Ackerman was the founding president of the WNBA, was the president of USA Basketball, is the commissioner of the Big East Conference, and is a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame. Val joins Adam to share her journey as a trailblazer and a leader in the world of sports and her best lessons and advice. Val and Adam discuss a wide range of topics: leadership; career success; inclusivity; balance; mentorship; and much more.
2024-12-1035 min
The Sports Media PodcastBig East’s Val Ackerman, ESPN’s Chiney Ogwumike and World Series dream matchupOn the pod this week, the World Series is set and SBJ’s Mollie Cahillane and Austin Karp break down the Fall Classic’s star power. The duo also discuss the WNBA’s record-breaking Finals numbers and what’s next for the league. Later in the show, Karp talks with Big East commissioner Val Ackerman about the league’s media rights as the basketball season approves tipoff. Following that great interview, we have another one, as Cahillane chats with ESPN’s Chiney Ogwumike about her new deal.
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2024-10-2438 min
Eye On College BasketballBig East Bonus Episode Part 1: Conversations with Val Ackerman, Thad Matta and Rick PitinoLive from Big East Media Day, Matt Norlander talks to Big East Commissioner Val Ackerman, Butler Coach Thad Motta, and St. John's Coach Rick Pitino.
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2024-10-2347 min
The Joe Pomp ShowRunning The Big East and The State of College Basketball | A Conversation with Big East Commissioner Val AckermanToday’s episode is with Big East Commissioner Val Ackerman. Val and I talk about the state of the Big East and college basketball as a whole, the economics of the Big East, the rise of women’s basketball, what it was like to work for former NBA Commissioner David Stern, the USA Olympic Dream Team’s impact on global basketball, how the WNBA was founded, and much more. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
2024-10-2141 min
One Shining Podcast with Tate Frazier‘OSP’ Preseason Top 25 and the New Big East With Val AckermanThe Ringer's Tate Frazier reacts to the preseason AP Top 25 poll and the KenPom college basketball rankings, then see how they stack up with the OSP’s preseason Top 25 (1:51). Next, Tate is joined by Big East commissioner Val Ackerman to discuss how the Big East has become a shining example of what a "basketball conference" can be, the business of campaigning for NCAA tournament bids, as well as Ackerman's time under David Stern in the NBA, as a board of director appointee for USA Basketball, and as president of the WNBA (19:32), Tate finally closes the show with some shout-outs, in...
2024-10-171h 04
SSACA New Generation: The Next Era of College AthleticsModerator: Warren Zola
Panelists: Martin Jarmond, Val Ackerman, Brian Higgins
The world of college athletics has seen seismic shifts in recent weeks and years. The introduction of NIL compensation has altered the recruiting landscape across sports, media rights are evolving the exposure of college sports, and conference realignment is changing the college sports experience for student-athletes, universities, and their fans. This panel will delve into the impact of these changes to date and what they could mean for the future of college athletics. Hear from Big East Commissioner Val Ackerman, UCLA Athletic Director Martin Ja...
2024-06-2854 min
How Leaders Lead with David Novak#186: Val Ackerman, Commissioner of the Big East Conference – Respect your teamIf you want to accomplish something big, you won’t get very far without a team. And Val Ackerman knows a LOT about the power of teamwork.She’s the Commissioner of the Big East Conference and one of the executives behind the iconic “Dream Team” at the ‘96 Olympics. She was also the first-ever President of the WNBA.And as the new WNBA season tips off May 14th, it’s the perfect opportunity to sit down with Val and get some great insights on how to foster...
2024-05-0950 min
Front Office Sports TodayVal Ackerman on College Athlete Employment: ‘Nobody's Ready’Big East commissioner Val Ackerman is wary of the major changes coming to college sports, including the possibility of athletes becoming unionized employees. She joins the show to discuss how the overlapping web of school, conference, state, and federal rules and bylaws create a sea of confusion regarding the future of college sports.Plus, a potential betting scandal encircles Temple University, a new college basketball tournament shows what is possible in the NIL era, and Roger Clemens comes out of retirement …. for the Savannah Bananas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...
2024-03-1125 minThis Week in the BIG EAST - Weekly Overview of NCAA College Basketball's Top Conference#TWITBE Ep. 10.9 - Guests Devin Carter, Greg McDermott and Val AckermanThis Week In The BIG EAST Radio Show, distributed by Westwood One, continued its 10th season with guests Providence junior guard Devin Carter, Creighton’s head coach Greg McDermott and BIG EAST Commissioner Val Ackerman.The ninth episode of This Week in the BIG EAST (TWITBE) looks ahead to Saturday’s regular season finale with the final five games determining official seeds and matchups at the 2024 BIG EAST Men’s Basketball Tournament Presented by JEEP. The show congratulates UConn following the program’s first outright regular season championship since 1999, and the expectations heading into the tournament for all 11 t...
2024-03-0844 minThis Week in the BIG EAST - Weekly Overview of NCAA College Basketball's Top Conference#TWITBE Ep. 10.9 - Guests Devin Carter, Greg McDermott and Val AckermanThis Week In The BIG EAST Radio Show, distributed by Westwood One, continued its 10th season with guests Providence junior guard Devin Carter, Creighton’s head coach Greg McDermott and BIG EAST Commissioner Val Ackerman.The ninth episode of This Week in the BIG EAST (TWITBE) looks ahead to Saturday’s regular season finale with the final five games determining official seeds and matchups at the 2024 BIG EAST Men’s Basketball Tournament Presented by JEEP. The show congratulates UConn following the program’s first outright regular season championship since 1999, and the expectations heading into the tournament for all 11 t...
2024-03-0844 min
Inside the ICE HouseBig East Commissioner Val Ackerman Leads Through a New Era in College SportsThe NCAA has found itself wrestling with constant change: Burgeoning TV Rights deals, athletes monetizing their image, and major conferences adding and subtracting big schools from their roster. Those issues weren't on Val Ackerman radar as a four-year hoops star at the University of Virginia. They were secondary as she helped launch the WNBA. Now, as Big East Commissioner, they're at the forefront, calling on all of her skills as a leader and a strategist. https://www.ice.com/insights/conversations/inside-the-ice-house
2024-01-0859 minInside the ICE HouseBig East Commissioner Val Ackerman Leads Through a New Era in College SportsThe NCAA has found itself wrestling with constant change: Burgeoning TV Rights deals, athletes monetizing their image, and major conferences adding and subtracting big schools from their roster. Those issues weren't on Val Ackerman radar as a four-year hoops star at the University of Virginia. They were secondary as she helped launch the WNBA. Now, as Big East Commissioner, they're at the forefront, calling on all of her skills as a leader and a strategist. https://www.ice.com/insights/conversations/inside-the-ice-house
2024-01-0859 min
The Business Case For Women's SportsEp. #55 From the Launch of the WNBA to Now: How Attitudes Have Shifted Around Women's Sports, ft. Val AckermanIn episode #55 of The Business Case For Women’s Sports, presented by Ally, Caroline interviews Val Ackerman - the Commissioner of the Big East Conference and the founding President of the WNBA. Val is an American sports executive, a former lawyer, and a former basketball player who is currently serving as the commissioner of the Big East Conference. In addition to her work at the Big East, Commissioner Ackerman is best known for being the first president of the WNBA, serving from 1996 to 2005.In this episode, hear Val and Caroline discuss how the land...
2023-09-0525 min
Legends Of SportVal Ackerman | LOS CLASSICThis week's LOS CLASSIC from Season 1 features former WNBA President & current Big East Conference Commissioner - Val Ackerman! Andy & Val discuss her growing up in an athletics-focused family, the genesis of her becoming the WNBA's first President, the influence of former NBA Commissioner David Stern, the moment she was appointed WNBA President, maintaining competitive balance in the early years of the WNBA, discussions of rim height & ball size in the women's game, the keys to growing the sport, cross-promotion between the NBA & WNBA, thoughts on 1-and-done athletes, being named to the Women's Basketball HOF, visibility of women's leagues for young...
2023-05-1653 min
Ruling Sports27. Val Ackerman - BIG EAST Commissioner On The Future Of College SportsVal Ackerman is the current BIG EAST commissioner, the founding president of the WNBA and a past president of USA Basketball. A scholarship women's basketball athlete at the University of Virginia, Val played basketball professionally in France before attending law school. She is a Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame inductee.
In this episode, Val discusses what has been critical to her professional success and how her mother’s journey as the youngest child of immigrants from Czechoslovakia inspired her.
She discusses her athletic career and delves into what it was like growing up during a...
2023-03-1329 minThis Week in the BIG EAST - Weekly Overview of NCAA College Basketball's Top Conference#TWITBE Ep. 9.9 - Guests Val Ackerman, Ed Cooley and Bill RafteryThis Week In The BIG EAST Radio Show, distributed by Westwood One, continues its ninth season with guests BIG EAST Commissioner Val Ackerman, Providence head coach Ed Cooley and CBS and FOX Sports analyst Bill Raftery.The ninth episode of TWITBE reviews the past week of BIG EAST basketball, taking a deep dive into the Marquette Golden Eagles regular season crown. Picked ninth in the preseason poll, Marquette earned the program’s first outright BIG EAST regular season title following a win at Butler on Tuesday and will enter the tournament as the top overall seed. In ad...
2023-03-0344 minThis Week in the BIG EAST - Weekly Overview of NCAA College Basketball's Top Conference#TWITBE Ep. 9.9 - Guests Val Ackerman, Ed Cooley and Bill RafteryThis Week In The BIG EAST Radio Show, distributed by Westwood One, continues its ninth season with guests BIG EAST Commissioner Val Ackerman, Providence head coach Ed Cooley and CBS and FOX Sports analyst Bill Raftery.The ninth episode of TWITBE reviews the past week of BIG EAST basketball, taking a deep dive into the Marquette Golden Eagles regular season crown. Picked ninth in the preseason poll, Marquette earned the program’s first outright BIG EAST regular season title following a win at Butler on Tuesday and will enter the tournament as the top overall seed. In ad...
2023-03-0344 min
Navigating Sports BusinessHighlight: Val Ackerman - Big East With the Big East basketball tournaments tipping-off soon, and with March Madness around the corner, we are once again featuring the story of Conference Commissioner, Val Ackerman. She started in her role 10 years ago, after a wave of realignment left the conference in peril, with only 7 schools remaining from the old Big East. With no real staff in place, she was able to rebuild the Big East into what it is today. She credits the strength of their basketball programs, including Villanova's two national titles in 2016 and 2018. Listen to th...
2023-03-0104 min
Time OutLet's Elevate Girls and Women in Sport Episode 2: The Arrows are Pointing in the Right Direction. But Can Equality Come Quicker?In this episode, Dr. Dana K. Voelker talks with Val Ackerman – commissioner of the Big East Conference, founding president of the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA), and past president of USA Basketball. Val reflects upon the impact of Title IX, launching the WNBA, life as a working mother, the biggest changes she has seen across her storied career, and hopes for the future of girls and women in sport.
2023-02-0929 min
Sports Business Radio PodcastVal Ackerman - BIG EAST Conference Commissioner, Basketball Hall of FamerPODCAST: Val Ackerman, BIG EAST Conference Commissioner, Founding President of the WNBA, the first woman to serve as the President of USA Basketball and Basketball Hall of Fame joins Sports Business Radio for a wide-ranging conversation. Ackerman discusses her trail blazing career as a woman executive working in sports, the early days of her career working side-by-side with late NBA Commissioner David Stern in the NBA league office and her current role as Commissioner of the BIG EAST Conference. She also tells us what needs to be done to continue to grow women’s sports and how the college sp...
2023-01-1057 min
Champions of Change: Shattering Ceilings in SportsHow Commissioner Val Ackerman Transformed the Big EastOn today’s episode of Most Powerful Women in Sports, senior TV reporter Mollie Cahillane is joined by Big East Commissioner Val Ackerman.Ackerman has been at the helm of the conference since 2013 and oversaw its relaunch. As one of the first female beneficiaries of an athletic scholarship thanks to Title IX, she played basketball at the University of Virginia and became the first president of the WNBA, and is a past president of USA Basketball.During the conversation, learn how Ackerman transitioned from a law career to the sports world, what it’s li...
2022-10-2031 min
Next Play: The Business of Sports powered by Playfly SportsOn the Fly: College Edition by Playfly Sports - Val AckermanThis episode of On The Fly: College Edition by Playfly Sports welcomes Val Ackerman, Commissioner of the Big East Conference. Gene DeFilippo & Val talk about her incredible impact on both professional and collegiate basketball, Val's time as the President of the WNBA, and the role she played in the development of the Dream Team. You won't want to miss this action packed episode of On the Fly!
2022-10-1137 min
Intentional PerformersVal Ackerman on Leading LeaguesVal Ackerman was named the fifth Commissioner of the BIG EAST Conference on June 26, 2013. She previously served as an attorney and executive at the National Basketball Association, was the founding President of the Women’s National Basketball Association, and is a past President of USA Basketball, which oversees the U.S. men’s and women’s Olympic basketball program. She also served for two terms as the U.S. representative to the International Basketball Federation (FIBA). She has been inducted as a contributor into both the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame (2021) and the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame (20...
2022-08-0957 min
A Trophy Life: The Naismith Trophy PodcastJune 24th - Celebrating Title IX with Val AckermanSend us Fan MailThis week marks the 50th anniversary of the passage of Title IX! Val Ackerman, the Commissioner of the Big East and 2006 Naismith Outstanding Contributor to Women’s Basketball is our guest to celebrate this landmark event, and what it has meant for the growth of women’s basketball and women’s athletics! Plus, host Bob Rathbun recaps the Naismith Award winners and finalists who were selected in this week’s NBA Draft.WANT TO SUPPORT A TROPHY LIFE?Leave a rating and review on iTunes...
2022-06-2516 min
In Conversation with Lesley VisserVal AckermanAs an attorney, Val Ackerman can usually see both sides. But not on this topic. With bona fides that include an early Title IX basketball scholarship to Virginia, a law degree from UCLA, being tapped by David Stern in 1996 to help design the WNBA, sitting with Pres. George Bush at the Beijing Olympics in 2008 as the first female President of USA Basketball, and thoughts born of her current position as the Commissioner of the Big East, Val Ackerman is certain of one thing. The men and women should play the Final Four in the same city at the same time...
2022-06-1639 minBig East RewindBig East Rewind Zoomcast Episode 57: Featuring Val Ackerman Commissioner of the Big East ConferenceVal talks about her playing days at Virginia, the WNBA, her induction into the Basketball Hall of Fame, and her current role as the Commissioner of the Big East Conference.
2022-04-2753 min
View From The Rafters: Behind the Scenes with the Boston CelticsS2E7: Celebrating Women's History Month with Trailblazer Women in SportsIn celebration of Women’s History Month, we’re proud to deliver our first-ever all-female podcast episode featuring a handful of accomplished women and trailblazers in the basketball world. Abby Chin and Amanda Pflugrad host and bring in Big East Commissioner and the first president of the WNBA Val Ackerman, Connecticut Sun President Jen Rizzotti, and Boston Celtics scout and three-time national champion Ashley Battle. The group weaves through a long list of topics all centered around what it’s like to be a woman in the sporting world, and in particular, the world of basketball. 2:20 – Abby and Amanda welcome in their...
2022-03-1739 minBoston Celtics Podcast NetworkS2E7: Celebrating Women's History Month with Trailblazer Women in SportsIn celebration of Women’s History Month, we’re proud to deliver our first-ever all-female podcast episode featuring a handful of accomplished women and trailblazers in the basketball world. Abby Chin and Amanda Pflugrad host and bring in Big East Commissioner and the first president of the WNBA Val Ackerman, Connecticut Sun President Jen Rizzotti, and Boston Celtics scout and three-time national champion Ashley Battle. The group weaves through a long list of topics all centered around what it’s like to be a woman in the sporting world, and in particular, the world of basketball. 2:20 – Abby and Amanda welcome in their...
2022-03-1739 minThis Week in the BIG EAST - Weekly Overview of NCAA College Basketball's Top Conference#TWITBE Ep. 8.9 - Guests Val Ackerman, Javon Freeman-Liberty and Tim WelshNEW YORK – This Week In The BIG EAST Radio Show, distributed by Westwood One is in its eighth season as the official podcast of BIG EAST basketball. The ninth episode of the season welcomes DePaul senior guard Javon Freeman-Liberty, BIG EAST Commissioner Val Ackerman and former Providence coach and current ESPN College Basketball analyst Tim Welsh.TWITBE welcomes DePaul guard Javon Freeman-Liberty in the BIG EAST Spotlight, ahead of Saturday’s regular season finale against No. 18 UConn. Despite an injury sidelining the all-around guard for a month, including seven conference games, Freeman-Liberty is back in the...
2022-03-0444 minThis Week in the BIG EAST - Weekly Overview of NCAA College Basketball's Top Conference#TWITBE Ep. 8.9 - Guests Val Ackerman, Javon Freeman-Liberty and Tim WelshNEW YORK – This Week In The BIG EAST Radio Show, distributed by Westwood One is in its eighth season as the official podcast of BIG EAST basketball. The ninth episode of the season welcomes DePaul senior guard Javon Freeman-Liberty, BIG EAST Commissioner Val Ackerman and former Providence coach and current ESPN College Basketball analyst Tim Welsh.TWITBE welcomes DePaul guard Javon Freeman-Liberty in the BIG EAST Spotlight, ahead of Saturday’s regular season finale against No. 18 UConn. Despite an injury sidelining the all-around guard for a month, including seven conference games, Freeman-Liberty is back in the...
2022-03-0444 min
The unTITLED PodcastuT#67 : Wildcard Vol.39 - Lauren Jackson, Yolanda Griffith & Val Ackerman into the Hall of Fame, A World Cup Every Two Years? + The Final Episode of "Naomi Osaka"On episode No.67 of The unTITLED Podcast, Shannon and Stacey run through "ODDS & ENDS", "FAIR", "FOUL" and conclude their watch of the 3-part documentary series currently streaming on Netflix, "Noami Osaka".In "ODDS & ENDS" Shannon and Stacey give quick thoughts on the Met Gala and the presence of female athletes at the event, discuss Becky Hammon's number being retired by the Las Vegas Aces, formerly the San Antonio Silver Stars, spend a good chunk of time on the induction of Women's Basketball legends Lauren Jackson, Val Ackerman and Yolanda Griffith into the Hall of Fame and of...
2021-09-2442 min
The IglooSeason 2 Finale: Big East Year-in-Review with John FantaAt long last, we've finally reached the Season 2 finale of The Igloo. Joining me for a little Big East year-in-review is the legend himself, John Fanta. We discussed how the conference navigated the most challenging season in the history of college basketball and collegiate athletics as a whole, success on Draft Day, and a banner weekend with commissioner Val Ackerman and Villanova head coach Jay Wright being inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame.
2021-09-1658 min
The Fluid Fan PodcastEpisode #60 ft Val Ackerman of the Big EastOn this episode of the Fluid Fan Podcast, Angela Ruggiero is joined by Big East Commissioner Val Ackerman. Val is here to talk about the recent Name, Image, and Likeness legislation changing the landscape of collegiate athletics. She has held almost every major leadership position in the world of basketball and will be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in September. Val is a true role model for men and women in sports and shares her insight on how to grow and work within the sports industry.
2021-08-3154 min
Navigating Sports BusinessHighlight: Val Ackerman - Big East Val Ackerman - Big East Commissioner - on why the name, image and likeness era is one of the most momentous junctures in NCAA history. When student-athletes are selecting a school to attend, they look for the best personal fit in terms of coaching staff, facilities, playing time, academics, proximity to home, and now NIL opportunities. Link to Full Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/val-ackerman-big-east/id1544529117?i=1000527346274
2021-07-2104 min
The Other ProsEp 16- Val AckermanIn this episode, Mike and I speak with Val Ackerman, commissioner of the Big East conference. Some of the topics we discuss:
-her career as an executive with the NBA, WNBA, and USA Basketball
-leading a major college conference
-her soon to be enshrinement into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame
-her favorite pizza in New York
2021-06-3045 minNavigating Sports Business24. Val Ackerman - Big EastVal Ackerman was the founding President of the WNBA. Now she draws on her years of experience as a professional basketball player, executive, and journalist in her role as Commissioner of the Big East. She joined the Big East in 2013 while the conference was reeling from the departure of 7 member schools. She discusses with AJ how her team overcame that challenge and compares the similarities to their most recent obstacle, the COVID-19 pandemic. They also discuss the impact of NIL on college athletics, advice she took from NBA Commissioner David Stern, and the future of...
2021-06-3040 min
TheSabre.com PodcastReceiver Potential, National Championships, & Virginia BasketballAs the Virginia football team begins its summer preparation, TheSabre.com Podcast takes a look whether this year's receivers may be the best group yet under Bronco Mendenhall as well as the season ahead. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also discuss the National Championships for men's lacrosse and women's tennis player Emma Navarro, whether Virginia basketball can survive the transfer portal era, and Val Ackerman heading to the Hall Of Fame.
2021-06-0351 min
Jed Hughes PodcastEpisode #49 Val AckermanOn episode #49 Jed welcomes on the commissioner of the Big East Conference, Val Ackerman. They discuss Val’s background, her career stops and the evolving world of intercollegiate athletics.
2021-05-3132 min
NACDA PodcastContinuing the Commitment: A Discussion with Pacesetters in Diversity, Equity & InclusionOriginal air date: May 19, 2021
Over the course of the last year, our country and industry has seen a seismic shift in the focus on diversity, equity and inclusion. As we continue the commitment to improving in this area, ongoing conversation is imperative to creating an equitable environment for all. Recently named On-Campus Pacesetters in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion by SportsBusiness Journal, this panel of respected administrators will explore why this work continues to be important and the reflections that they have from the past year as they look toward the future. Speakers: Lee Reed (Georgetown), Val Ackerman...
2021-05-1949 min
SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show64) Big East Commissioner Val Ackerman - SeventySix Capital Leadership SeriesYou cannot tell the story of basketball without Val Ackerman.
From her outstanding career as a player at UVA to becoming the first President of the WNBA, Val has always been at the cutting edge of the sport.
Now, Val is the Commissioner of the Big East Conference and she joins the show to discuss her unique path and her thoughts on the future of sports!
2021-05-0545 min
The Next: A women's basketball newsroom by The IXShe Got Next, Episode 23: Val Ackerman, first president of the WNBAWelcome to The Next: A basketball newsroom brought to you by The IX. 24/7/365 women’s basketball coverage, written, edited, and photographed by our young, diverse staff, dedicated to breaking news, analysis, historical deep dives, and projections about the game we love.Subscribe to make sure this vital work, creating a pipeline of young, diverse media professionals to write, edit and photograph the great game, continues and grows. Paid subscriptions include some exclusive content, but the reason for subscriptions is a simple one: making sure our writers and editors creating 24/7/365 women’s basketball coverage get paid to do it. ...
2021-04-1418 min
Seneca's 100 Women to HearVal Ackerman: Commissioner of the Big East ConferenceIf women’s basketball is a big deal these days, you can partly thank Val Ackerman, former college basketball star and founding president of the WNBA. Today she’s commissioner of the Big East Conference, overseeing 22 men’s and women’s sports. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-04-0624 minThis Week in the BIG EAST - Weekly Overview of NCAA College Basketball's Top Conference#TWITBE Ep. 7.9 - Guests: Val Ackerman, Steve Wojciechowski and Dick “Hoops” WeissThis Week In The BIG EAST Radio Show, distributed by Westwood One is in its seventh year. The ninth episode of the season welcomes BIG EAST Commissioner Val Ackerman, Marquette Head Coach Steve Wojciechowski and national college basketball writer Dick “Hoops” Weiss. ** PLEASE SUBSCRIBE, RATE And REVIEW! ** The TWITBE BIG EAST Spotlight shines Wojciechowski who discusses Marquette’s resiliency during the pandemic plagued season. The Golden Eagles recently defeated North Carolina in Chapel Hill and look to round into form in time for the BIG EAST Tournament. BIG EAST Commissioner Val Ackerman is on TWITB...
2021-03-0544 minThis Week in the BIG EAST - Weekly Overview of NCAA College Basketball's Top Conference#TWITBE Ep. 7.9 - Guests: Val Ackerman, Steve Wojciechowski and Dick “Hoops” WeissThis Week In The BIG EAST Radio Show, distributed by Westwood One is in its seventh year. The ninth episode of the season welcomes BIG EAST Commissioner Val Ackerman, Marquette Head Coach Steve Wojciechowski and national college basketball writer Dick “Hoops” Weiss. ** PLEASE SUBSCRIBE, RATE And REVIEW! ** The TWITBE BIG EAST Spotlight shines Wojciechowski who discusses Marquette’s resiliency during the pandemic plagued season. The Golden Eagles recently defeated North Carolina in Chapel Hill and look to round into form in time for the BIG EAST Tournament. BIG EAST Commissioner Val Ackerman is on TWITB...
2021-03-0544 min
Pirates TalkPirates Talk With Val Ackerman 2-4-21Now in her eighth year as commissioner of the Big East Conference, Val Ackerman discusses her path to her current position, her Jersey roots, David Stern's influence, what the future holds, and more.
2021-02-0430 min
The State of the Nova Nation podcastState of the Nova Nation: Seton Hall rematch, Bryan Antoine update, Trey Patterson preview, and more!With the game against the UConn Huskies postponed, the Villanova Wildcats turn their attention towards a rematch with the Seton Hall Pirates on Saturday. It was a close one the last time out, what's in store for Round 2? Also, Big East commissioner Val Ackerman received a contract extension through 2024. Head coach Jay Wright provides a few snippets, some insight and a glimpse into Bryan Antoine's situation, Trey Patterson's first few days on campus, and the upcoming game against Seton Hall. We also express our condolences to the basketball program and D&B Tailors for the passing of Gabriele "Gabe" D'Annunzio...
2021-01-2834 minEye On College BasketballOptimistic Keyontae Johnson update, Big East considering pod play in four cities, Marquette should be a tournament team (College Basketball 12/16)Might the Big East be the trendsetter in college hoops? Matt Norlander had a report — which you can read here as you listen to the pod — that quoted league commissioner Val Ackerman and got into the topic of whether or not the Big East (and other power conferences) could ultimately decide to play league games in controlled environments in January, February or March. The guys extend the Big East chatter with thoughts on Marquette (19:30) and its upset win at Creighton. On Tuesday we got great news about the health status of Florida’s Keyontae Johnson (27:15), and on Tuesday night Stanfo...
2020-12-1653 min
SportsWise: A Podcast About Sports and the LawEpisode 10: The Future (and Present) of College Sports with the Commissioners of the Big 12, Big East, and the Ivy LeagueSend us Fan MailThe Commissioners of the Big East (Val Ackerman), Big 12 (Bob Bowlsby) and Ivy League (Robin Harris) join to discuss the decisions to return to play (or not to play) college football and basketball, the future of name, image and likeness rights for college athletes, and the possibility of the Power 5 conferences splitting off from the NCAA.Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .
2020-11-2443 min
The NBS Sports Hour With Joe & PatrickThe NBS Sports Hour: Justin Turner, BIG EAST Media Day and UpdatesJoe and Patrick shared their thoughts on the World Series and why Justin Turner was on the field after Game 6. Is this all on Turner or should the MLB share the blame? The guys also talked about this year's BIG EAST Basketball Media Day. Hear about news, updates and information from the virtual event. Commissioner Val Ackerman started things off with some news and a new award named after Coach John Thompson Jr.Give the show a follow on Instagram and Twitter: NBSSportsHour. DM with ideas or questions. As always, our show is brought to you...
2020-10-311h 15
Back In The Dayguest Val AckermanThe first president of the WNBA and the current Big East commissioner Val Ackerman looks back on launching the WNBA in 1997 and the early days of the league.
2020-10-0425 minNACDA PodcastWorking Together for a Better Future - A Discussion About AllyshipOriginal air date: September 23, 2020
As our country continues to face social injustices, it’s important that we recognize the efforts to effect change are not the sole responsibility of the oppressed or marginalized populations which are directly impacted. Allyship is a crucial piece in our ability to successfully incite positive and lasting change. This session explores what it means to be an ally and provides insight into the ways that we can take action to better serve our colleagues and student-athletes in this type of role. Speakers: Stevie Baker-Watson, Associate Vice President for Campus Wellness & Theodore Katula Di...
2020-09-2359 min
The Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastVal Ackerman: Big East CommissionerSend us Fan MailJoining me today is Big East Commissioner Val Ackerman. The Commissioner and I talk about the growth of the league since she became commissioner, why now was the right time to bring UConn back into the conference, and take a deep dive into the two biggest stories around college sports right now - the COVID-19 pandemic and social justice issues.
2020-09-1619 min
Champions of Change: The RISE PodcastVal Ackerman, BIG EAST CommissionerBIG EAST Conference Commissioner Val Ackerman joins RISE's Ian Cutler and Jared Shanker to discuss the conference's new partnership with RISE and empowering student-athletes to be social justice advocates. Plus, we talk about the state of college sports amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and her tenure as the first WNBA President and how the league and its players have become leading voices for social change.
2020-08-0443 minBloomberg Business of SportsWho Knew You Could Insure a Championship? (Podcast)NBA general counsel, USA Basketball President, WNBA President, Women's Basketball Hall Of Famer…. You may need a resume this deep to manage an NCAA power conference through a pandemic. Big East Commissioner Val Ackerman joins Jason Kelly, Michael Barr and Mike Lynch to discuss Covid-19's impact on the legendary basketball league, how a unique insurance policy helped solidify the conference's financials and when we might see Jason's Hoyas back on the hardwood.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-07-2440 min
Around The RimOne On One With Val AckermanLaChina Robinson is joined by Big East Commissioner and former WNBA President Val Ackerman, who weighs in on an assortment of topics around the league from the start of the season, the absence of the Olympics, NCAA's handling of coronavirus and much more.
2020-07-0745 min
NBA SoundsystemThe Pickup Game Ep. 6The Pickup Game featuring Seth Greenberg, Terry Stotts, Val Ackerman and Ed Cooley.
2020-05-2800 min
The B-Fox and B-Frank ShowThe B-Fox and B-Frank Show Season 4 Episode 32 with Nick ZeisloftThe Brians welcome Illinois State and Indiana legend Nick Zeisloft to this week's B-Fox and B-Frank Show. The guys have a really fun discussion with Nick about his time at Illinois State, learning the game of College Basketball, his recruitment and commitment to Indiana, and winning a Big Ten Championship. Currently over in the Canary Islands, Nick is getting ready for his season to resume and talks through his life so far as a professional in the NBA, G-League, and now Europe, including a stint in Lithuania where he scored a career-high and faced off with the Ball brothers...
2020-05-1155 min
This Week in the BIG EAST - Weekly Overview of NCAA College Basketball's Top Conference#TWITBE Ep. 6.9 – Guests: Ed Cooley, Val Ackerman, Matt Norlander*** Keep TWITBE No. 1! Make sure to rate and review. *** This Week In The BIG EAST (#TWITBE) hosts John and Kevin welcome Providence head coach Ed Cooley (@CoachCooleyPC), BIG EAST Commissioner Val Ackerman and senior college basketball writer for CBSSports.com Matt Norlander (@MattNorlander). In the penultimate episode of the season, the BIG EAST Spotlight shines down on Cooley (7:15) as he talks about how his Providence Friars turned it around after a tough start in non-conference play. In February, Cooley’s Friars won five consecutive games over ranked teams. BIG EAST Commissioner Ackerman (23:48) is in the le...
2020-03-0647 minThis Week in the BIG EAST - Weekly Overview of NCAA College Basketball's Top Conference#TWITBE Ep. 6.9 – Guests: Ed Cooley, Val Ackerman, Matt Norlander*** Keep TWITBE No. 1! Make sure to rate and review. *** This Week In The BIG EAST (#TWITBE) hosts John and Kevin welcome Providence head coach Ed Cooley (@CoachCooleyPC), BIG EAST Commissioner Val Ackerman and senior college basketball writer for CBSSports.com Matt Norlander (@MattNorlander). In the penultimate episode of the season, the BIG EAST Spotlight shines down on Cooley (7:15) as he talks about how his Providence Friars turned it around after a tough start in non-conference play. In February, Cooley’s Friars won five consecutive games over ranked teams. BIG EAST Commissioner Ackerman (23:48) is in the le...
2020-03-0647 min
Trustees and Presidents: A Podcast for University Leaders On College AthleticsThe Big East Conference --A View From The Inside With Val AckermanVal Ackerman has been around college, professional and international basketball for most of her life. From being former collegiate athlete at the University of Virginia, to becoming the Commissioner of the Big East Conference and one of Sports Business Journal's 50 most influential people in sports, Val has a perspective on how college athletics works that many will want to know.
2020-03-0531 min
The AthleticDirectorU PodcastThe State Of The Big East: With Commissioner Val AckermanBig East Commissioner Val Ackerman sits down with AthleticDirectorU to discuss the state of the Big East in 2020. Ackerman provides insights on the overall state of women's basketball, the addition of UConn, student-athlete mental health, and measuring success for the league. 1:05 - How do you feel about the college women's basketball product overall? 3:19 - Could women's basketball achieve better parity by balancing scholarship opportunities across women's sports? 5:28 - How is the Big East looking to profile women's basketball with the return of UConn and added levels of exposure to the sport? 8:07 - How do...
2020-01-2815 min
Business of Sports: NFL Business PodcastVal AckermanBig East Commissioner Val Ackerman talks with Andrew on this week's podcast about her involvement advising the NCAA about college athletes profiting from their name, image, likeness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-11-0527 min
Women to Watch Media® with Sue RoccoVal Ackerman, Big East ConferenceOn September 8, 2019, we were joined by Val Ackerman, the Commissioner of the Big East Conference. The list of accomplishments for Val points directly to her innate drive and life as an over-achiever. What she shared with me however was just how hard it can be to manage the work-load, obligations and responsibilities as a leader in the sports arena without burning out. She makes a point to unwind whenever she has a chance and stays focused by her love of the game.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/women-to-watch-r/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/br...
2019-09-1043 min
Leaders Worth Knowing PodcastVal AckermanVal Ackerman has been the Commissioner of the Big East college conference since 2013. In episode 57 of the Leaders Sport Business Podcast, she gives Leaders Editor-at-Large James Emmett her College Sports 101, before discussing:
- The hows and whys of schools moving from one conference to another;
- The compensation debate, its fragility and complexity; why college athletes aren't paid; and why we could be a few years away from major change;
- The Big East revenues - where they come from, and where they go;
- The growth of women's sport
2019-06-0600 minLeaders Worth Knowing PodcastVal AckermanVal Ackerman has been the Commissioner of the Big East college conference since 2013. In episode 57 of the Leaders Sport Business Podcast, she gives Leaders Editor-at-Large James Emmett her College Sports 101, before discussing:
- The hows and whys of schools moving from one conference to another;
- The compensation debate, its fragility and complexity; why college athletes aren't paid; and why we could be a few years away from major change;
- The Big East revenues - where they come from, and where they go;
- The growth of women's sport
2019-06-0600 minLeaders Worth Knowing PodcastVal AckermanVal Ackerman has been the Commissioner of the Big East college conference since 2013. In episode 57 of the Leaders Sport Business Podcast, she gives Leaders Editor-at-Large James Emmett her College Sports 101, before discussing:
- The hows and whys of schools moving from one conference to another;
- The compensation debate, its fragility and complexity; why college athletes aren't paid; and why we could be a few years away from major change;
- The Big East revenues - where they come from, and where they go;
- The growth of women's sport
2019-06-0600 min
This Week in the BIG EAST - Weekly Overview of NCAA College Basketball's Top Conference#TWITBE Ep. 5.8 – Guests: BIG EAST Commissioner Val Ackerman, Providence sophomore center Nate Watson, College Basketball Insider Jeff GoodmanThere are 13 games left on the #BIGEASThoops schedule and Episode 8 of #TWITBE continues with another lineup of heavy-hitting guests. With less than two weeks to go, nothing in the bracket has been finalized. The BIG EAST Focus narrows in on BIG EAST Commissioner Val Ackerman. Ackerman (23:01) gives insight on her relationships with and around the sport of basketball, including BIG EAST founder Dave Gavitt. Ackerman talks Pan Am games with USA Basketball, BIG EAST scheduling, conference balance and strength and what it would take for expansion to take place. In the BIG EAST Spotlight this we...
2019-03-0247 min