The Beasts of the Big East

On Today's Special Episode of The Hoops Cap ,

Carl Banks, former NFL player and current sports apparel entrepreneur, discusses his partnership with Starter and the iconic Big East basketball conference. He shares insights on reviving the Starter brand and creating a new collection of jackets honoring Big East legacy teams. Banks reflects on the conference's dominance in the 1980s, its unique brand of basketball, and the legendary players and coaches who defined the era. He also offers personal anecdotes from his time with the New York Giants, including memorable interactions with coach Bill Parcells. The conversation highlights the enduring appeal of Big East basketball and the nostalgia associated with Starter jackets, while teasing upcoming releases for non-legacy conference schools.

0:00 Intro: Special show with Carl Banks

5:29 Starter brand redefines sports fandom fashion

11:25 New Big East collection dropping soon

15:41 What makes Big East basketball unique

21:19 Carl's all-time Big East player picks

24:45 Carl's dream road trip teammates

26:18 Vulnerable Bill Parcells story from 1984

31:47 Where to find Carl's Giants podcast

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