Hardwood Hustle

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your co...

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your conta...

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact...

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. If you'd like us to reply, includ...

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

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. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.