Hardwood Hustle

Today we share our thoughts on the importance of not only being a great player yourself but also raising the level of the players around you. Whether you are a 5 star talent or a 3 star up and comer, if you can raise the level of ‘star’ around you, coaches will find a spot […] Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

At some point all coaches struggle with communicating knowledge they have to their team or an individual player. Coaches must always be conscious that what they think they are communicating may not be exactly what their players are hearing, and then work towards bridging any communication gaps that are present. We break down how coaches […] Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include...

In the first half of today’s episode we discuss a recent quote from Kobe about women’s basketball and ‘true fans of the game’, and finish with a second half covering LeBron’s comments on female coaching in the NBA. Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

In today’s player episode we challenge players to consider their ‘average speed’ over the last month of their workouts. Though some players may go all out for one workout a week, the players who can consistently put in quality work each and every day without completely emptying their tank are more likely to succeed and […] Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info...

Between the complex offensive and defensive schemes to the big personalities, Adam and TJ break down some of the things they look for during NBA games that are different from other levels of basketball. Make sure to share this episode with someone who loves the NBA! Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

In today’s episode Adam and TJ give coaches insight into how they can move from just ‘coaching’ players to ‘teaching’ players. From the ‘Hear it See it Do it’ method to the ‘Pain’ method, we hope this episode gives coaches actionable ideas to use with their teams. Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

Whether it’s through your phone or a notebook, serious players know how important it is to track the work they are putting in over the summer. In this episode Adam and TJ share different ideas for things players can measure this summer to make sure they are progressing. Make sure to share this with a […] Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

Coaches don’t have time to have their team perfect at everything, but how do they decide what they want their team to prioritize? Adam and TJ bring their coaching experience to this discussion that challenges coaches to plan our their time with more purpose so that they can better serve their team. Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

In today’s shoot-a-round episode we dive into a first half discussion about the exploding world of eSports including the NBA’s recent eSports draft. We finish with a second half where we cover current and future NCAA recruiting methods after the success of veteran teams in this year’s NCAA basketball tournament. Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

In today’s player episode we challenge players to change their mindset from “I need basketball because it’s my only way out” to “I’m going to use basketball as my way out.” Make sure to share this with a player or teammate today! Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

Whether you are overworking yourself as a coach or overworking your team, more is not always better. In Episode 193 Adam and TJ discuss how to balance putting in hard work while keeping yourself, your coaches, and your team fresh throughout your entire year. Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

In this NCAA shoot-a-round episode we cover some of the main storylines from this years March Madness tournament, including the cinderella teams like Loyola Chicago as well as reviewing the interesting TV ratings from the tournament. Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

In today’s player episode TJ and Sam Allen dive deep into why academics really matter. Most coaches talk about how important they are, but this episode will help players understand exactly why they are important for more reasons than simply being eligible to play. Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

Today’s episode is brought to you by TeamSnap, the #1 team communication app for high school, AAU, or club teams! TJ Rosene and Sam Allen are back with a great discussion about how coaches can move from only being a transactional coach to becoming a transformational coach who leaves an impact on their players for […] Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

We finish our 4-part ‘Journey Through a Season’ series in Episode 190 with a discussion about the end of your season and how you can continue to improve your team even as the season comes to a close! Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

Playing AAU basketball can be one of the best ways to compete and improve your in-game decision making during your off-season. TJ and PGC’s Sam Allen share specifically how players can make the most of their AAU season in order to have the best off-season yet. Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

In part 3 we discuss the adversity your team may face throughout a season and how you can prepare in advance for these situations. Teams who successful handle adversity the best will set themselves up for a great playoff push/run as the season comes to a close! Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

We’re back with another short player episode packed with insight from PGC’s TJ Rosene and Sam Allen for players who want to become better shooters. Take fifteen minutes to improve your game today. Share this with another player or teammate who is working on their game! Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

In part of this 4 part series we discuss the in’s and out’s of the middle of your season. This is the time when you begin to make adjustments, define roles, and find out what you have with your team. Sam and TJ share great insight into how you can make the most of this […] Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

We begin a new series ‘Journey Through a Season’ today in which we will be breaking down all components of a season and things coaches should be preparing for as they begin to think about the next season. Today begins with the pre-season and the important nuances that come with this exciting time of the […] Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

Today we are joined by professional performance coach Chris Gorres and USA National Soccer player Oguchi Onyewu of ONYX Elite. Adam recently joined them at their new performance center in Richmond, VA to talk about elite athlete performance and their new business venture. Don’t miss this one as Chris and Oguchi bring amazing perspective from […] Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, in...

As one of the most successful high school coaches in high school basketball history, Coach White shares some of his secrets and how he is approaching his next step in his journey at Georgia State University. You are certain to be inspired by Coach White in this episode. Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

In the constant search for great team culture, there will be times your team can simply not figure it out. Adam and TJ discuss whether or not there is ever time to accept this and make the most of it, or if drastic measures need to be taken. Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

We’re back with another fun NBA shoot-a-round breaking down Blake Griffin to Detroit and potential improvements to the All-Star game. Make sure to tweet us @hardwood_hustle with your thoughts on the Blake trade and how you would improve the All-Star game yourself! Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.

In part 4 of this player episode series we discuss how coaches that constantly have to rescue their players tend to create not only helpless players, but also helpless people. Are you a player that is always needing to be rescued by your coach? If so, you could be taking valuable time away from your […] Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.