Joe Pott, the voice of SIUE men’s basketball and KMOX sports host, discusses the Cougars' historic first-ever NCAA Tournament appearance as a 16 seed against top-ranked Houston. He highlights SIUE’s preparation, including a focus on defensive play and ball movement tactics, and emphasizes the team’s mindset of believing they can win. Joe also shares insights on the community's overwhelming support, including a student bus trip to Wichita, and the significance of this national broadcast opportunity for the university.