Arizona Small Ball Podcast

This week, Jeff and Reyes welcome Lincoln Prep head coach and athletic director Aaron Foshie for a great conversation about the challenges, rewards, and realities of building a small-school basketball program. Coach Foshie shares his journey to Lincoln Prep, what it takes to develop a competitive program with limited practice time, and how the Lightning are preparing for a demanding 2A region. Fro...

What makes someone the most outstanding player in Arizona small-ball basketball? Is it points? Championships? Individual dominance? Leadership? Character? In this episode, Jeff and Reyes bring back the Verl Heap Award and break down exactly what goes into selecting the most outstanding player in Arizona small ball. This isn't simply an award for the player who puts up the biggest numbers. It&#...

⏱️ CHAPTERS 07:11 👑 Girls' Top Headlines to Follow 40:54 🏀 Boys' Top Headlines to Cover 🎙️ EPISODE SUMMARY The 2026-27 Arizona small-ball season is almost here, and Jeff and Reyes are looking at the storylines that could define the year! From championship contenders and rising stars to historic scoring milestones and major roster changes, the guys break down what they're watching acr...

⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 🎙️ Introduction to Arizona Small Ball Podcast 01:57 🎃 Building the Scariest Arizona Small Ball Scenario 09:44 👻 Girls' Scariest Matchups of the Season 12:09 🏀 Seton Catholic vs. Holbrook Preview 17:10 🔥 Valley Christian vs. Page Preview 23:40 ❄️ Tuba City vs. Snowflake Preview 30:55 💪 Arizona Lutheran vs. San Carlos 35:33 👑 Fountain Hills vs. Pima 41:51 🏀 St. John'...

In this episode of the Arizona Small Ball Podcast , hosts Jeff and Reyes gear up for one of the biggest weekends of the summer as they preview the upcoming Arizona Small Ball Main Event Tournament . What started as a 16-team event has grown into a 28-team showcase spread across three gyms , bringing together some of the top small-school programs from around the state. 🔥🏀 The guys break down the...

In this special episode of the Arizona Small Ball Podcast , hosts Jeff and Reyes preview the upcoming Arizona Small Ball Main Event Girls Basketball Tournament . From tournament logistics and team capsules to mascot rankings and championship predictions, this episode is your complete guide to one of the most exciting girls basketball events of the summer. 🏀🔥 The guys break down every participati...

In this podcast we highlight each of the players participating in our 4th Annual Senior ShowCase!! We talk about the 3 point contestants and pick who we think will win for the boys and the girls. We also break down the Senior game for the boys and the girls and pick who we think will win!!

The Arizona Small Ball podcast wraps up the high school basketball season with a comprehensive recap of the championships across various divisions. The hosts discuss the standout performances, controversies, and the overall atmosphere of the games, highlighting all the conference and copper champions. They reflect on the growth of programs and the impact of community support, while also teasing fu...

In this episode of the Arizona Small Ball Podcast, hosts Jeff and Reyes dive into the excitement surrounding the Copper championship matchups for both girls' and boys' basketball. They analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the competing teams, Snowflake and Tuba City for the girls, and Valley Christian and Santan Charter for the boys. The hosts share their predictions and insights, empha...

In this episode of the Arizona Smallball podcast, hosts Jeff and Reyes discuss the recent decision by the AIA to place Coolidge's entire athletic program on probation due to incidents during a basketball game. They explore the implications for the players, the community, and the accountability of athletic programs. The conversation also touches on Snowflake's unexpected advancement to the...

In this episode of the Arizona Smallball Podcast, hosts Jeff and Reyes preview the Final Four matchups for both the girls' and boys' 3A conferences. They discuss team performances leading up to the finals, analyze key players, and make predictions on who will advance to the championship games. The conversation highlights the intensity of the playoffs, the strategies employed by different t...

In this episode we break down the final 4 for the 2A Conference in the boys and the girls. We break down the games that these teams won to get to this point and give our prediction for the finals for the boys and the girls!!

In this episode of the Arizona Smallball podcast, hosts Jeff and Reyes dive deep into the upcoming 1A Championship games for both boys and girls basketball. They discuss the exciting matchups, including the rematch between St. David and Fort Thomas, and reflect on the journey of the teams leading up to the finals. The conversation emphasizes the importance of sportsmanship and community in high sc...

TIMESTAMPS: Copper tournament: 01:16 3A: 26:03 2A: 55:37 1A: 1:08:02 The brackets are set, the gym lights are brighter, and the stakes have never been higher! In this episode of the  Arizona Small ball Podcast , we are deep-diving into the  Copper Final Four  to break down the heavyweights and the hungry underdogs of the 2A and 3A tournaments. 🌵🔥From the dominant legacy of  Valley Christian  to...

TIMESTAMPS: Copper Tournament: 02:22 3A: 30:18 2A: 45:24 1A: 1:06:02 Get your brackets ready! In this high-octane episode of the  Arizona Smallball Podcast , Jeff and Reyes are breaking down everything you need to know as the Arizona High School basketball playoffs reach a fever pitch. 🌵🔥The drama is heating up in the  Copper Final Four , and the guys aren't holding back on their predictions...

In this Episode I break down the elite 8 for the girls copper tournament!!

TIME STAMPS: Copper Tournament: 1:58 - 44:34 3A: 44:34 - 1:02:15 2A : 1:02:15 - 1:20:50 1A: 1:20:50 - End In this episode of the Arizona Small Ball Podcast , hosts Jeff and Reyes dive deep into the intensity of the Arizona high school basketball playoffs , with a primary focus on the Copper Tournament . The guys preview the brackets, break down key matchups , and discuss which teams may have been...

TIME STAMPS: Copper Tournament: 2:17-46:25 3A: 46:25 - 1:05:49 2A: 1:05:49-1:27:22 1A: 1:27:22 - End In this episode of the Arizona Small Ball Podcast , hosts Jeff and Reyes dive headfirst into Arizona high school basketball playoff season , with a major focus on the Copper Tournament . The guys break down bracket predictions , key matchups , and potential Cinderella teams , while analyzing streng...

In this episode of the Arizona Small Ball Podcast , hosts Jeff and Reyes recap the latest action across Arizona high school basketball , breaking down key games, standout teams, and what’s coming next as playoff season approaches. The guys spotlight the upcoming ASBP Senior Showcase on March 21st , highlight teams making late-season runs in 1A and 2A , and analyze the ever-chaotic 3A landscape . W...

In this episode of the Arizona Small Ball Podcast , hosts Jeff and Reyes break down the latest action across Arizona high school basketball as the playoff picture begins to take shape. The conversation covers key game recaps , standout performances , and early playoff predictions , with a focus on momentum heading into a critical week of games. The guys highlight Miami’s rise as a potential playof...

In this episode of the Arizona Small Ball Podcast , Jeff and Reyes break down the boys teams that are hitting their stride at exactly the right moment . From defensive execution to shot-making, chemistry, and toughness, these teams are trending up as the season tightens. Horizon Honors — CONNECTED & CONFIDENT 🔥 Doing all the little things right Great help defense and strong closeouts Constant...

In this episode of the Arizona Small Ball Podcast , Jeff and Reyes break down the girls teams that are finding their rhythm at the perfect moment . From defensive intensity to improved guard play and balanced scoring, these programs are trending up as the season tightens. St. John’s — JUICE & BALANCE 🔥 Playing with energy and confidence Guards have improved dramatically Sharp, intentional off...

In this episode of the Arizona Small Ball Podcast, Jeff and Reyes break down a growing trend across Arizona small-ball basketball — a LOT of teams are playing zone. The guys dive into who’s thriving against it, who’s weaponizing it, and what it’s revealing about teams across 1A–3A. ⸻ Fountain Hills — Different Right Now 🔥     •    Defending extremely well     •    Playing confident, connected bas...

In this episode of the Arizona Small Ball Podcast, Jeff and Reyes break down the teams and players that really showed out last week across Arizona small-ball basketball. From dominant weeks to statement wins, this episode highlights who’s trending up and why it matters. ⸻ Fountain Hills — BIG WEEK 🔥     •    🏆 3 wins in one week     •    Handled half-court zone pressure and trapping     •    Def...

In this episode of the Arizona Small Ball Podcast, Jeff and Reyes break down a loaded stretch of games across small ball — focusing on how games were decided, who had answers late, and what we’ve learned about these teams moving forward. ⸻ Mogollon vs Fort Thomas Fort Thomas controlled this one from start to finish, leading by around 9 points most of the game and stretching it to 11 in the third q...