Hoop Industry Podcast

In the latest episode of the Hoop Industry Podcast, Western Reserve Academy athletic director Pete Hutchins shares his journey from coaching at various levels to building a successful prep basketball program. He discusses the importance of relationships, networking, and building a strong culture in sports and business. Spencer Davies and Ty Neal pick his brain on WRA's athletics and Anthony Thomps...

Spencer Davies and Tyler Neal discuss NBA playoff trends, analytics in coaching, and insights into team strategies and coaching philosophies. What is the right way to utilize statistical analysis? How far can you lean into the projected and expected numbers before relying on feel? The guys also discussed both conference finals results, previewed the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs' clash in...

Spencer Davies and Ty Neal dive into the excitement of March Madness, coaching philosophies, the evolution of college basketball, and the impact of international players and experience on tournament success. They discuss their favorite moments from the NCAA Tournament thus far, including close games and upset bids. Is the Cinderella story dying? Who are the favorites as the competition winds down?...

Before the MAC Tournament tips off in Cleveland, Spencer Davies and Ty Neal welcome Run The Show founder Steve McNees to the Hoop Industry Podcast! A multi-time conference champion with The University of Akron as both a player and coach, McNees shares his favorite Zips memories from the tournaments he's been a part of. That includes nine MAC title game appearances, including a stretch of seven str...

In the latest episode of the Hoop Industry Podcast, Dr. Chad Teague joins Spencer Davies and Tyler Neal to share his expertise in sports medicine, chiropractic care, and athlete performance optimization. Having worked with top professionals across the NBA, NFL, and MLB, Dr. Teague dives into his most prominent success stories, including the transformation of Charlotte Hornets guard Tre Mann. Disco...

In the latest episode of the Hoop Industry Podcast, Spencer Davies and Tyler Neal dive into a number of topics. LeBron James returned to Cleveland with the Lakers to take on the Cavs, which evoked a bunch of memories. The guys also got into the evolution of high school basketball in Ohio. Western Reserve Academy standout/Ohio State commit Anthony Thompson is fully expected to be named a McDonald's...

In the latest episode of the Hoop Industry Podcast, Tyler Neal and Spencer Davies are back after the holiday season. They discuss the terrific turnout at the third annual Run The Show Winter Classic event at Tallmadge, highlighting the matchups and moments from the event. Ty and Spencer offer insights into college basketball, with a particular focus on Darryn Peterson's situation at Kansas and the...

In this episode of the Hoop Industry Podcast, Tyler Neal, Spencer Davies, and Kevin Christie delve into the world of basketball coaching, player development, and the nuances of shooting techniques. They share personal experiences with professional players, discuss the importance of individualized coaching, and reflect on their own journeys in the sport. The conversation highlights the significance...

In the latest episode of the Hoop Industry Podcast, Kyle Guy shares his remarkable journey from retiring as a player to becoming a coach and then returning to the court. He reflects on his experiences in Indiana basketball, his time at the University of Virginia, and the experiences he has had during his seasons in the NBA and the G League. Guy discusses the importance of team culture, the global...

Gabriella Kreuz, an all-around Cleveland personality, joins Tyler Neal and Spencer Davies on the show for a Thanksgiving episode! She delves into how she became involved in the business of basketball and sports in general after a decorated career as a student-athlete at John Carroll and getting her master's degree at Syracuse. The three discuss the beginning of the Cleveland Cavaliers' season, inc...

Tyler Neal and Spencer Davies are joined by Run The Show director of player development and Halftime Hoops co-founder Jameel Cosby! The guys get into the landscape of the NBA and G League, including giving props to Cleveland Cavaliers two-way forward Nae'Qwan Tomlin, a friend of RTS. What is the G League utilized for other than the obvious? What are the contracts and ins and outs actually like? Ty...

Tyler Neal and Spencer Davies dig into the basketball season, which is in full swing at all levels. They get into local Ohio hoops and the hotbed the Buckeye state has become, what it was like for Run The Show to work with NBA and NCAA players over the summer, and much more. Additionally, Ty and Spencer briefly describe their backgrounds, how they know each other, and the origins of the Hoop Indus...

Spencer Davies and Tyler Neal debut the Hoop Industry Podcast with Akron Zips point guard Tavari Johnson as a special guest! He discussed the culture at one of the top programs in the country, the special nature of playing for a coach like John Groce, and the team's goals for the 2025-26 season. Johnson also got into his aspirations after Akron and described his personality and hobbies. THE HOOP I...