On this episode we discuss:

- their journeys to basketball and the early days

- importance of relationships

- skills training - the new norm?

- AAU pros and cons

- recruiting insight and what coaches look for

- current landscape of San Antonio basketball

- positive side of where basketball is today

- close on quick hitters

On this episode we discuss:

- Introduction to Homeschool athletics

- Role of parents

- Misconceptions

- Pros & Cons to the program

- Challenges of scheduling games and competition

- Socialization of homeschooling

- The future and growth

- Quick hitters to close

IG: @sapatriotsbasketball

Website - sapatriots.org

On this episode we discuss:

- The Basketball Embassy

- Current state of SA basketball

- Texas A&M San Antonio new program

- Recruitment landscape

- Skill gaps with US & European players

- Advice for young coaches

- Advice for unsigned seniors

- Quick Hitter closeout

On this episode we discuss:

- Current state of basketball in San Antonio

- D1 aspirations and realities

- Impact of the transfer portal & JUCO rule

- Challenges in HS recruitment

- The role of media

- Media landscape between SA & Dallas

- The impact of storytelling in SA

- Creating a buzz

- Closed on Quick Hitters

NEXT GEN Registration link:

https://www.greatamericanshootout.com/project/next-gen-showcase/

On this episode we discuss:

- The history, evolution, mission and goals of GASO

- Brennan and Kingston Flemings

- The art and science of player rankings

- Social media's role in recruitment

- Showcase camps and their importance

- Predicitions for state champions

All GASO links below:

https://open.substack.com/pub/gasofastbreak?r=1wz7xs&utm_medium=ios

https://recruitingsimplified.carrd.co/

https://www.greatamericanshootout.com/

Follow them on twitter:

x.com/texashoopsgaso?s=11

"A Parent's Perspective"

On this epsiode we discuss:

- Current landscape of youth basketball

- The Gap in youth sports

- Sacrifices and balancing sports and life

- Navigating the right organization and coaches for your athlete

- The impact of the car ride home

- Values learned through youth sports

- Balance vs Burnout

- Life outside of sports

- Q&A

- Quick Hitters

On this episode we discuss:

- State of high basketball in the city

- Accountability and expectations for their coaches

- New Rules ans their impact

- Gym space and facility rentals

- Officiating challenges and solutions

- The path and hiring of coaches

- Player participation rules in MS

- Understanding eligibility and transfers

On this episode we discuss:

- Late Bloomers in the game

- Size in the city

- Value of JUCO ball

- Collaborative coaching for the cities success

- Focus areas for youth basketballs improvement

- Training in one gym vs multiple gyms

- Importance of physical development and recovery

- Understanding levels in the game

On this episode we discuss:

- Mark's basketball journey and experiences

- Establishment of Strength n' Motion

- Comparing European and American styles of basketball

- The recruitment process

- Understanding the new JUCO rule

- Building community back to SA

On this episode we discuss:

- current state of basketball in San Antonio

- importance of levels in AAU

- High school vs AAU ball

- Athletes leaving for Prep Schools or the city

- The art of recruitment and team placement

- Rankings in youth sports

- The evolving landscape of scholarships

- Solutions to improve our city

On this episode, the BTS coaching staff — Tony Crocker, CJ Miles, Dom Johnson, and Lo'Ron Smith — discuss:

• Their basketball backgrounds and experiences
• The birth of BTS
• The current landscape of San Antonio basketball
• Training philosophies and mental resilience
• Challenges in youth sports
• The D1 dilemma in the city
• Raising the bar of the current culture
• Real conversations about commitment and readiness
• Finding solutions to improve youth basketball

On this episode we discuss:

- The state of girls basketball vs boys basketball

- Building relationships with players and parents

- The importance of development over winning

- Navigating coaching challenges

- Q&A's from listeners

On this episode we discuss:

- Coaching in a challenging district

- Fishing and family

- Current state of ball in SA

- Role of mentality

- TABC

- AAU vs HS

- Relationships in the game

- Responsibility of coaches in different settings

- Grassroot Development

- Advice for young coaches

- Q&A & Quick Hitters

On this episode we discuss:

- their coaching journeys

- current state of basketball in the city

- improving IQ in youth athletes

- zone vs man defenses

- the role of parents in youth sports

- solutions for grassroots basketball and improving the game together as a community

On this episode we discuss:

- the Rohawks & Hoyas days

- current state of basketball in San Antonio

- Importance of grassroots coaching

- parenting and coaching balance

- their athletes lives outside of basketball

Check out JC & DK Camps below:

https://www.jclarkson.com/

https://dejakelly.com/

On this episode we dive into the tournament space and discuss:

- understanding the pricing structure

- the cost of running tournaments

- certification and training for referees

- tier system with teams

- future plans for tournament improvement

- some possible solutions

On this episode we discuss:

• the current state of skills training in the city
• Importance of staying with the basics
• The negative impact of social media
• Skills training vs coaching
• Importance of watching basketball
• Work ethic with todays generation
• Skill development vs player development
• Strength vs weaknesses approach
• Communication as a key skill

In this podcast, we explore:

- The current state of AAU officiating in the city

- The influence of weekend warrior officials

- The topic of pay and a tiered system for officials

- The necessity for certified officials

- Establishing a certified organization

- Increasing the number and operation of referee camps

- Suggested solutions to address the challenges

On this episode, officials Reggie Eggins and Rufus Lott discuss:

- their officiating journeys

- current state of officiating in the city

- aiming for high standards in the craft

- refereeing styles in different cities

- expectations and accountability

- importance of a strong community

- solutions for improvement

- recruitment and opportunities

On this podcast Coaches Alvarado & Martinez discuss:

- their path to coaching

- the importance of mentorship

- coaching styles and team culture

- revisiting the structure of youth basketball

- referee dynamics in high school

- parent and player expectations

Make sure to check out Marcus Alvarado's podcast "Coaching Connections" on youtube. Link below:

https://www.youtube.com/@coachingconnectionswithmar8459

On this episode Devon & Kris discuss:

- Grassroot basketball opportunities and challenges

- Essential skills for the average basketball player

- Mental toughness in youth athletes

- Advice and guidance for youth athletes at different levels and stages in their development

- Advice for anyone interested in becoming a skills trainer or select coach

On this episode Cole & Tap discuss:

- The challenges in Youth Basketball

- Coaching philosophies and development

- Engagement with Middle School programs

- AAU and High School Coaches relationships

- Referee challenges

- Tryouts & Roster selections

- Advice for players and parents

On this episode Koty & Dee dive into:

- The establishment of SA Future

- Skill development and college preparation

- Their transition from Independent to the Puma circuit

- Advice for parents of young athletes

- Improving communication with all coaches involved in an athletes journey by putting the need of the athlete first

- Possible solutions to improve SA basketball

Bella Flemings platforms 

IG: 

https://www.instagram.com/official.the.journey?igsh=bmxoaHh1YXlhZWMy

The Journey YouTube:

https://youtube.com/@official.the.journey?si=hf0eBZIZQVjECzSC

On this episode we discuss:

• 
  The state of San Antonio basketball
• Identity of basketball in the city
• Impact of high school athletes transferring schools
• Relationships with coaches, players and parents
• AAU landscape, commitment and hardship
• Load management and healthy schedule
• The role of high school coaches in recruitment
• Building relationships with referees
• Referee retension and inconsistency
• Quick Hitters

On Episode 2 we dive into:

1. The challenges and shortcomings of the SA basketball community

2. Insights from college coaches on SA players

3. Navigating the basketball landscape through trust and opportunities

4. The importance of a plan and communication in player development

5. Addressing the lack of D1 opportunities in SA

Hope you enjoyed the content. Up next Episode #3 with Koty Cowgill & Dee Flemings

Lupe Nunez IG handle: @thelupenunez

On our first episode we have special guest, Terence "Booman" Jackson

We discuss many different apsects of youth basketball, from the history, to where we are today, to advice for parents and many other great information to help educate everyone in San Antonio.

Booman also touches on how we need to get back to "Community" to improve the state of youth basketball.

Make sure to follow us on IG at the following link:

https://open.spotify.com/show/7DujOrfkhzJ5DfRWQt4wsE?si=_STHslRKSKuqbmk05QFpzQ&nd=1&dlsi=129cf33c531f49b1

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On this episode we discuss:

- their personal journeys in this space

- what is a content creator

- the importance of media in SA

- navigating client relationships

- the positive and negative impacts

- the misleading aspects of highlight reels

- the time and sacrifices made

- quick hitter close out

On this episode we discuss:

- Dr Blakely's background and her journey to becoming a sports psychologist

- common trends in athletes mental health

- advice for young athletes, coaches and parents

- building resilience through self-reflection

- different techniques to help with anxiety and stress

- navigating the fight or flight response

- balancing mental toughness and emotional engagement

- recognizing signs for professional help

Please see all of Dr. Blakely's links below:

Steve Magness -Do Hard things:

https://www.stevemagness.com/do-hard-things/

IG Page: https://www.instagram.com/dr.blakely?igsh=MWVpenp6ejVyeGxueg==

Monthly Newsletter: https://dr-blakely.kit.com/30ee5c7445

Parent Article: 

https://www.commandingperformance.com/post/the-performing-parent-how-to-crush-the-sidelines-like-an-elite-athlete-s-hype-squad

Dr. Blakely’s website:

http://www.dr-blakely.com

On this episode we discuss:

- their basketball journeys and backgrounds

- the evolution of AAU ball

- importance of skill development vs games

- skills trainers

- Kyra's adversity and strength through injuries

- life beyond the game

- future aspirations when the ball stops bouncing

- importance of daily routines

- close on Quick Hitters

On this epsiode we discuss:

- early basketball beginnings

- AAU journey

- high school experiences

- the recruiting process during COVID

- the importance of basketball IQ

- handling pressure in big moments

- X's journey through his ACL injury

- advice for young PG's

- Quick Hitters to close

On this episode we discuss:

- Kingston Gatorade Player of the Year

- their basketball journeys

- overcoming adversity during middle school years

- Importance of family

- the bond between them growing up together

- the impact of playing up

- recruitment journey and college decisions

- advice for young athletes

- Q&A's

- quick hitters closure

On this is episode we discuss:

- their personal basketball journeys

- the role of family in the game

- the impact and differences between AAU & HS ball

- advice for young athletes

- balancing life outside of basketball

- daily routines and habits

- off season goals and development

- leadership styles

- importance of recovery and rest

- recruiting process

- quick hitter fun to close

Bella Flemings YouTube channel "The Journey":

https://www.youtube.com/@official.the.journey