Hardwood Hustle

Episode 241 – Davyeon Ross

October 16, 2018 00:53 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MB

In today’s special interview we are joined by one of ShotTracker’s Founders, Davyeon Ross. Our Hustlers get an incredible inside look into the ShotTracker technology that is revolutionizing basketball stats and analytics at every level of the game. Send us a Message.

Episode 240 – NBA Senior Director Troy Justice

October 11, 2018 13:03 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

Our hustlers are in for a treat today as TJ is joined by NBA Senior Director of Basketball Operations International Troy Justice. Troy shares his incredible journey to his current position with the NBA, as well as his passion for developing players and sharing the game with kids all over the globe. Send us a Message.

Player Episode – Being a Man

October 11, 2018 02:12 - 11 minutes - 7.91 MB

In this week’s player episode we are joined by PGC Basketball’s Sam Allen to talk about the differences in what society has deemed “being a man” and what actually defines manhood. From becoming a star on the court to success in your career, we cover multiple aspects of how you can truly become a man. Send us a Message.

Episode 239 – Coach Haro

October 09, 2018 02:58 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MB

In this Jr. NBA series interview we are joined by Coach Haro from Finland. We discuss his time at the Jr. NBA event, as well as differences he sees in the international game versus the American game. He shares a great perspective from the viewpoint of a successful veteran coach that you won’t want to […] Send us a Message.

Episode 238 – Walter Webb (Jr. NBA Series)

October 05, 2018 16:52 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MB

In Episode 238 we are joined by Coach Walter Webb who leads the DMV’s Slam City basketball program. His mission statement is “Committed to training the overlooked to compete against the overrated” and brings a wealth of great basketball insight for our hustlers. Send us a Message.

Player Episode – 10 Pieces of Advice from Warren Buffett

October 04, 2018 01:10 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

A list of advice from Warren Buffett, one of the world’s wisest men, recently came out and is the topic of today’s player episode. Try to work on one of the ten pieces of advice every week for the next ten weeks and try to build in these new habits! Make sure to share this […] Send us a Message.

Episode 237 – Are your messages aligned?

October 02, 2018 01:29 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MB

In this episode co-hosts Adam and TJ debate the importance of pro athletes aligning all of the messages they share through their platforms. The center of debate forms around Adam’s thoughts on LeBron James sharing the incredible message of hope through his school, as well as promoting music that may not have the most positive […] Send us a Message.

Episode 236 – Derek and Jody Wynn (Jr. NBA Series)

September 27, 2018 14:28 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MB

In Episode 236 we are joined by repeat guests Derek and Jody Wynn. Jody recently became the women’s basketball head coach at the University of Washington with her husband Derek joining as an assistant with the team. We discuss building a program from the ground up as well as parenting kids through their basketball journey. Send us a Message.

Player Episode – Close the Gap

September 27, 2018 01:19 - 14 minutes - 10 MB

In today’s player episode we share actionable advice for players who are aspiring to take their game to the next level. We discuss closing the gap between what players ‘know’ and what players actually do. It is one thing to understand what it takes to improve your game, but a whole separate challenge to actually […] Send us a Message.

Episode 235 – Focus on what you love

September 24, 2018 15:26 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MB

In today’s episode we challenge coaches to continue to grow by using the power of dedicated focus. As coaches, there are endless opportunities on a daily basis to lose focus and get distracted by things that in the end may not matter. By taking the challenge to focus in only on the most important things, […] Send us a Message.

Episode 234 – Coach Copeland (Jr. NBA series)

September 20, 2018 12:49 - 13 minutes - 9.42 MB

Jr. NBA World Championship coach Dana Copeland joins the show today to talk about his team’s experience on their way to a world championship. We also discuss player development, coaching tips, and much more! Send us a Message.

Player Episode – What You Consume Matters

September 19, 2018 12:57 - 14 minutes - 9.86 MB

Today we challenge players to consider the impact their consumption of music and social media has on their mindset. With the endless amount of uplifting and positive content available, should players make more of an effort to consume things that may impact themselves in a more positive way? Or does certain music and social media […] Send us a Message.

Episode 233 – Should you monitor what your players are consuming?

September 17, 2018 14:17 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MB

Today we challenge coaches to take a deeper look into the positive and negative things they are consuming. From social media to music, are there more positive things your players could benefit from consuming? Please share this with another coach to start a very important conversation that could have a huge impact on your players. Send us a Message.

Episode 232 – Greater Influence on Culture: Players or Coaches?

September 13, 2018 12:43 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

We recently asked coaches about who has the most influence over team culture – Players or Coaches? Though it may be a middle ground, Adam and TJ debate this question today and share why they believe it is either the coach or the players. Tweet us your answer @Hardwood_Hustle! Send us a Message.

Player Episode – Japanese Locker Room Example

September 13, 2018 00:20 - 11 minutes - 7.91 MB

In today’s player episode we share wisdom from a story out of the recent world cup. A viral photo of the way the Japanese team left their locker room with a thank you note brings a great example of leadership and grace in defeat. Players who use this story for inspiration may take their leadership […] Send us a Message.

Episode 231 – 3-Tips to be a Better Rebounder

September 10, 2018 11:15 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MB

In this conclusive part 4 of our ‘3 Tips’ series we give coaches and players actionable ways to dominate the glass this season. From strategic changes to your rebounding game-plan to specific moves players can implement while fighting for a rebound, this episode will add value to you and your program! Send us a Message.

Episode 230 – 3 Tips for Better Practices

September 06, 2018 11:58 - 18 minutes - 13.1 MB

In part 3 of 4 of our ‘3 Tips’ series we take a deep dive into how to improve your practices. We try to avoid the common tips that are given and give you creative ideas that you may not have considered before. If this episode brought you value, please share it with a coach […] Send us a Message.

Player Episode – David vs Goliath

September 05, 2018 11:27 - 11 minutes - 7.63 MB

Today we encourage players to have confidence as they face seemingly insurmountable challenges this season. In addition to the motivation needed to face these challenges, players also need to consider the tactical advantages they may have in these situations. Be sure to share this with another player or your team today! Send us a Message.

Episode 229 – 3 Tips for Better Defense

September 03, 2018 11:43 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

We continue our ‘3 Tips’ series today as we break down how you can take your team’s defense to another level this upcoming season. From the mental aspect of the defensive side of the ball to defensive “hacks” you can teach your team, those looking to improve their knowledge of defensive strategy will love this […] Send us a Message.

Episode 228 – 3 Tips for Better Offense

August 30, 2018 09:40 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MB

We start a “3 Tips” series today TJ and Adam break down 3 ways to improve your offense as you prepare for the upcoming season. They speak on player movement, ball movement, and player spacing as well as how you can play offense that compliments your defense. Stay tuned for upcoming episodes covering 3 tips […] Send us a Message.

Player Episode – Handling Your Teammates Mistakes

August 29, 2018 09:57 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MB

We’re back with another powerful player episode where we give players strategies to work with their teammates as they make mistakes in practice, in games, and off the court. Players will take away actionable steps to become a better teammate with this episode! Share with a player or teammate today and tweet us your feedback […] Send us a Message.

Episode 227 – Maximizing Your Assistant Coaches

August 27, 2018 12:11 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MB

Today Adam and TJ cover all aspects of how you can maximize your assistant coaching staff this upcoming season. From offensive and defensive strategy to practice and game responsibilities, get your notebooks ready for a deep dive into maximizing your assistant coaches. Be sure to share this episode with another coach or leave us feedback […] Send us a Message.

Episode 226 – Sustaining Excellence

August 23, 2018 14:41 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MB

Today Adam and TJ ask the question – Is sustained excellence more about the coach or the player? Can the majority of the Spurs and Patriots success be attributed more to Tim Duncan and Tom Brady compared to the coaching staff? Listen and let us know who you think may be more important and why […] Send us a Message.

Player Episode – Great Players Make Great Mistakes

August 22, 2018 12:12 - 11 minutes - 8.21 MB

In today’s player episode TJ shares a powerful mind-shift for players as he and Adam break down how players should look at mistakes they make. There is a balance to using mistakes as a learning opportunity versus not caring about mistakes you make at all, and we hope this episode gives you impactful insight and […] Send us a Message.

Episode 225 – Chop It Up

August 21, 2018 01:07 - 21 minutes - 15 MB

Today we bring you a ‘chop it up’ episode where Adam and TJ share questions and answers back and forth in a rapid fire format. We’d love your feedback on twitter @hardwood_hustle – let us know if you enjoyed this format and any other questions you’d like to hear Adam and TJ ask each other! Send us a Message.

Episode 224 – When to Take a Risk

August 16, 2018 17:51 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MB

There are times in your program where you may feel like your program is not getting better or worse but simply coasting. At times like this it may be time to shake things up, but how do you when the right time may be or what moves to make? Adam and TJ break down the […] Send us a Message.

Player Episode – Planting Seeds

August 15, 2018 19:07 - 10 minutes - 7.55 MB

Great leaders know that not everything they do to lead others will have an immediate impact, but that every one of their positive actions is a seed planted that may grow years later. Today Adam and TJ give players ideas on how they can begin to lead with this in mind on a daily basis. Send us a Message.

Episode 223 – 2 Truths & A Lie

August 13, 2018 20:34 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MB

We bring you a fun episode today where you get to know co-hosts Adam and TJ better with the ‘2 Truths & A Lie’ game. Has TJ had run-ins with Sammy Davis Jr, Chris Farley, or Dennis Rodman? Has Adam been a victim of a shark attack, Chesapeake bridge scare, or a bike accident that […] Send us a Message.

Episode 222 – 6-Strategies for a Great Marriage

August 09, 2018 22:23 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

A happy marriage is key to being the best version of yourself as a coach. Today Adam and TJ bring you ideas for continuing to have a great marriage. Be sure to tweet us any feedback you have or other ideas you would like to share with coaches about what has worked for you in […] Send us a Message.

Player Episode – Importance of Checking In

August 08, 2018 12:22 - 11 minutes - 8.02 MB

Players, the off-season is the time to improve your individual skills, but don’t let that allow you and your teammates you don’t see as often to drift apart! In this episode Adam and TJ challenge players to check in more often with their teammates throughout the off-season in order to maintain these key relationships. Send us a Message.

Episode 221 – A Culture Identifier

August 06, 2018 10:03 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

In today’s episode co-hosts Adam Bradley and TJ Rosene share ways for you to identify the level of positive team culture your program currently has, as well as ways to continue to raise the level of standards you, your coaches, and your players strive to uphold throughout your season. Send us a Message.

Episode 220 – NBA Shoot-A-Round: Warriors Attitude & NBA in good hands

August 03, 2018 15:13 - 29 minutes - 20 MB

We’re back with another NBA shoot-a-round episode where we cover storylines from the 2018 Warriors season in the first half and finish the second half with a discussion about the impact the young stars will have on the league going forward. Send us a Message.

Player Episode – Practicing to Win

August 01, 2018 09:38 - 13 minutes - 9.27 MB

Maximizing your potential as a player starts with mastering your game in practice. Today we share habits that will help you prepare better in order to perform at a higher level on a consistent basis against the competition. Make sure to share this player episode with one of your players or teammates who don’t yet […] Send us a Message.

Episode 219 – Painting Bigger Pictures

July 30, 2018 08:17 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

In the building of your team’s leaders it’s important to stop and recognize the little things your players do in order to get them to see the bigger picture. The more they see how even the smallest of actions can have large impact around them will encourage them to continue on their path towards becoming […] Send us a Message.

Episode 218 – Where to Start Analytically

July 26, 2018 23:14 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MB

For most high school teams and many college teams, using analytics at even the most basic level seems like a daunting task. Today we discuss how to simply this process so you can actually get started, and how our friends at ShotTracker have changed the game with their affordable analytics technology. Send us a Message.

Player Episode – Your Role When You Are Injured

July 26, 2018 00:05 - 13 minutes - 8.99 MB

Stemming from recent remarks from Bruce Bowen about the Kawhi Leonard and San Antonio injury issues, we have an important discussion on the role of players who are injured with their team. How can you make an impact on your team even when you’re not on the floor? What should be expected of you and […] Send us a Message.

Episode 217 – The role of the injured player

July 23, 2018 09:56 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MB

Stemming from recent remarks from Bruce Bowen about the Kawhi Leonard and San Antonio injury issues, we have an important discussion on the role of players who are injured with their team. Should they be required to be at every team film session, practice, and game? Can they miss team events to train with outside […] Send us a Message.

Episode 216 – Benefits of Running Read & React at the Youth Level

July 20, 2018 00:11 - 14 minutes - 10 MB

Is the Read & React offense right for teams at the youth level? Adam and TJ break down this system and how youth teams could possibly use the layers of the R&R to teach great passing, spacing, and movement on offense. Send us a Message.

Player Episode – Becoming an Active Follower

July 18, 2018 23:43 - 12 minutes - 8.88 MB

With most of the focus on leadership while building a positive team culture, becoming an active follower can often be forgotten. Without followers, even team’s with the best leadership may fall short of their potential. Get your notebooks ready for actionable ways to become an active follower and watch your team’s culture become transformed during […] Send us a Message.

Episode 215 – Building a Team of Active Followers

July 16, 2018 09:10 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

With most of the focus on leadership while building a positive team culture, developing active followers can often be forgotten. Without followers even team’s with the best leadership may fall short of their potential. Get your notebooks ready for actionable ways to build a team of active followers and watch your team’s culture become transformed […] Send us a Message.

Episode 214 – Putting Meaning Behind Your Values

July 14, 2018 16:01 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MB

Hanging your team values on the locker room wall is a start, but there are many more ways to bring the values you set for your team to life. Adam and TJ share actionable ways to put real meaning behind your team’s values in order to cultivate the best environment for your team possible. Send us a Message.

Player Episode – Summer of Separation or Keeping Up

July 13, 2018 23:21 - 13 minutes - 9.08 MB

Inspired by a recent John Wall social media post, Adam and TJ discuss the difference between separating yourself and just doing enough to keep up with the pack. Share this with a teammate or player today! Send us a Message.

Episode 213 – NBA Draft Shoot-a-Round

July 09, 2018 21:11 - 18 minutes - 12.4 MB

In today’s episode Adam and TJ cover the most intriguing storylines from this year’s NBA Draft, as well as discuss the players that may be the most interesting based on their talent and draft destination. Send us a Message.

Episode 212 – Takeaways for your team from the World Cup

July 07, 2018 11:20 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB

In Episode 212 Adam and TJ break down 4 takeaways from this year’s World Cup you can share with your team. Take advantage of the excitement your players may have for this tournament and discuss these takeaways with them. Send us a Message.

Player Episode – Recognizing the Special Opportunity

July 04, 2018 20:39 - 10 minutes - 7.31 MB

It is easy to take for granted the time players have during their high school years with school, AAU/club sports, and college approaching. In this player episode Adam and TJ give players a chance to shift their perspective and take full advantage of the time they have playing high school sports. Be sure to share […] Send us a Message.

Episode 211: NBA Shoot-A-Round: Puma, Lakers, D Mitchell, LBJ FA

July 02, 2018 00:16 - 31 minutes - 21.3 MB

In today’s episode we discuss the recent Puma basketball player signings, team’s envying the Lakers which may impact Free Agency, Donovan Mitchell’s comments about wanting to beat LeBron rather than join him, and the LeBron Free Agency extravaganza. Don’t miss this 4 quarter shoot-a-round! Send us a Message.

Episode 210 – Extreme Ownership

June 24, 2018 16:03 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MB

In today’s episode co-host TJ Rosene challenges coaches to become someone who not only holds themselves accountable but takes extreme ownership in everything they do. Share this episode with your other coaches and brainstorm how your staff can begin to take more ownership of everything that takes place in your program. Send us a Message.

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