Vanderbilt’s Size, Thijs De Ridder, and More TheLinkU Invitational Takeaways | That’s A W

That's A W · Sep 28, 2026 · 36m

College basketball is officially back — and this time, it was OUTSIDE.

Vince Wolfram checks in from Charleston, South Carolina after TheLinkU Invitational at Credit One Stadium, breaking down everything that stood out from one of the most unique preseason college basketball events of the year.

Vanderbilt and Virginia gave us an early look at two teams that could look very different this season. Vince breaks down Vanderbilt’s added size, athleticism and depth, Tyler Tanner’s development, the Commodores’ new-look frontcourt, and what stood out from Virginia under Ryan Odom.

Then, it’s time to…