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This week on Hoop Troop and Shooters Touch , it’s our Iowa State Tournament Preview episode. We break down everything we’re excited about heading into the week at the Casey's Center, including our picks and predictions for every class and a few teams we think could make serious runs. Teams we highlight and discuss include: Cedar Falls, Urbandale, Waukee, Johnston, Waukee Northwest, Dowling Cat...

This week on Hoop Troop and Shooters Touch , we dive deep into girls postseason play with the Class 3A girls state tournament field officially set! 3A Girls State Qualifiers: Mt. Vernon, Cherokee, Dubuque Wahlert, Williamsburg, Maquoketa, Mediapolis, Des Moines Christian, and Forest City. We break down what that bracket looks like, plus take a look at how the other girls classes are shaping up — e...

This week on Hoop Troop and Shooters Touch , the 3A and 4A Iowa high school basketball brackets are finally out — and the drama is already heating up. In 3A , we tackle the biggest question in the state: Will Storm Lake’s Jaidyn Coon play… and when? Plus: Can ADM or Ballard actually be beaten? Did Oskaloosa deserve a 2-seed? Who’s coming out of the East side of the bracket ? Does Bondurant-Farrar...

This week on Hoop Troop and Shooters Touch , the Iowa high school basketball postseason is officially here with the release of the 1A and 2A state tournament brackets — and things are already getting wild. We break down what the brackets mean, which teams got tough draws, and who has a real path to Casey's Center . It was also a crazy week in 3A , with most of the top 10 teams taking losses ,...

This week on Hoop Troop and Shooters Touch , we break down two wild weeks of Iowa high school basketball as the season hits the dog days and everything starts to shift across the state. We dive into: Big upsets and teams shaking up the rankings Who’s still undefeated Players putting up silly numbers Who’s surging and who’s slipping as March gets closer We also play “How Far Back Is Too Far Back?”...

This week on Hoop Troop , we break down Iowa high school basketball with a full preview of the MLK Classic , upset alerts , and the toughest places to play in Iowa . We dive into: How to define roles and build winning lineups Which teams are overachieving and under the radar Could Harrison Barnes’ team make a run at the Iowa 1A state title? Plus: A new Lunch League Legend Tony’s expert analysis Do...

Hoop Troop is your roundtable for Iowa high school basketball — covering the game from every corner of the state. In this episode, we bring together experienced basketball minds to break down what they’re seeing on the floor: what teams are doing well, where growth is still needed, and how the season is beginning to take shape. We dive into: Strength of schedule and how it’s viewed by the committe...

Join us on this episode with Jeremy Brooks — Lead Scout for  Prep Girls Hoops   for an inside look at the girls’ AAU season, up-and-coming high school talent, and what to watch this winter. We break down standout performers from the summer, share who’s rising in our state, and dig into the  Miss Iowa Basketball debate  for class of ’26 — featuring  Jenica Lewis  (5'10" PG from Johnston, A...

The Shooters Touch welcomes  Tony Roe  back to break down  Iowa high school basketball  after a busy  summer circuit/AAU season . We cover  who stood out ,  who to watch this winter , and  the sleepers  who might shock a few gyms. Tony’s insight on  player development, recruiting buzz, team chemistry, and coaching trends  is top-notch—don’t miss it. You’ll hear: Summer  risers  and underrated  sle...

Iowa State assistant coach  Nate Schmidt  joins the show to dig into modern player development: finishing at the rim, live-read decision making, building better shooters, and tightening the handle—anchored by his  “We will”  mindset. We also trace his climb from GA/video & player development roles to D1 assistant, G League/UNLV stops, and the Cyclones’ recent Big 12 and NCAA success. Extended...

In this compelling Summer Series episode of  Shooters Touch , we welcome  Marty Richter , head coach of USC Upstate men’s basketball and native of  Waterloo, Iowa , to dive deep into forging a winning, trust-based culture. Coach Richter’s journey—from his days at Simpson College in Iowa to transformative roles at Florida Gulf Coast (“Dunk City”), Drake, and now USC Upstate—serves as a masterclass...

Brett Putz Returns  – Join us on  Shooters Touch: Summer Series  with Coach Brett Putz, former DMACC Head Coach (2020–22), NJCAA Division II National Champion, and current Recruiting Coordinator at Saint Louis University. What We Cover: Creative  after-timeout (ATO)  plays and late-game strategies when you  absolutely need a bucket Smart  practice planning  for efficient player development and tea...

Join us in our Summer Series with  Tim Sandquist , head coach at Kirkwood Community College, as he breaks down the X’s and O’s behind one of the most efficient defenses in the nation. Just weeks after leading the Eagles to a  program-record 33 wins  and their  4th NJCAA Division II National Championship , Tim was named  NABC Two-Year Coach of the Year —a season defined by defensive discipline and...

We’re taking a quick dive into the Winterset Team Camp action from the weekend—plenty of teams, a few intriguing matchups, and some coaching changes that could shake things up this summer. Short, sweet, and full of hoops talk. #hoopsIowa #shooterstouch #shootersIowa #summerhoops

Waukee NW Head Coach Brett Watson is back to help us kick off our summer coaching series!  In this episode, we dive into the art of  offensive spacing —how to create gaps through smart positioning and movement. We also explore what it means to  play with “JAZZ” —free, instinctive basketball with rhythm and flow. Whether you coach high school, AAU, or youth, this one’s for you. Stick around to the...

Shooters Touch – March Madness & Iowa Hoops Update! 🎙🏀 Kirkwood  wins a national championship ! 🏆 Dordt plays for the  NAIA title  tonight, and Iowa vs. Oklahoma in the  Sweet 16 showdown . Plus, it’s official— Ben McCollum is Iowa’s next head coach . What does that mean for the Hawkeyes and  Drake’s future ? Iowa State’s  tough loss , Colorado State’s  great season  (featuring Bowen Born 👀...

The Boys State Basketball breakdown you’ve been waiting for! 🏀🔥 We dive into all the action from  the floor to the sidelines —coaching decisions, officiating, wild crowds, and everything in between.  Four new champions, incredible storylines, and an overall electric tournament!  What went right? What went wrong? We cover it all. Tap in and relive the madness with us! 🎧🏆 #HoopTroop #ShootersTou...

Hoop Troop Podcast 🎙️  – We’re breaking down all things  Girls State  with Blake from Bound—what went well, key takeaways, and the electric atmosphere! Then, we dive headfirst into  Boys State  with Tony Roe and the rest of the Troopers. 🏀🔥 We’re talking  predictions, top matchups, local movie talk, favorite eats at the Well , and what makes the state tournament so special.  Full house, plenty o...

We sit down with Chris Cuellar from the Iowa High School Athletic Association to break down what to expect next week at The Well—including a few key changes coming. We also dive into what to expect this week at  Girls State  as the best teams in Iowa battle for a title. Then, we analyze 3A and 4A substate action. Yes, we make predictions… what went right, what went wrong? Doug’s 3A pick takes a tu...

Carroll Kuemper head coach  Sean Minnehan  joins us to talk about stacking wins and what it will take for his squad to make another deep postseason run. Then, we dive into the postseason brackets— who do we like, who’s flying under the radar, and who could shake things up?  It’s playoff time, and anything can happen! Tune in now! 🎧🏀 #HighSchoolHoops #PlayoffBasketball #Shooter’sTouch #HoopTroop...

In this episode, Gary Ross from the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union joins us to dive into the history, culture, and pride behind "Iowa Girl." We also discuss key topics like the recent decline in participation numbers and what the future holds for girls' sports in the state. Plus, we preview the upcoming state tournament and what fans can expect this year. Then, Adam Jones brea...

🎙️  New Episode Alert!  This week on  Shooters Touch , we sit down with Caitlin Ingle, GM of the brand-new Shoot 360 location in Des Moines! Caitlin gives us the inside scoop on how Shoot 360 is revolutionizing basketball training with cutting-edge technology—like their "Splash Meter," real-time shot feedback, and gamified skill tracking through their mobile app. We dive into how they’re helping p...

🔥  Hoop Troop is back with a loaded episode!  🔥 Clear Lake head coach  Jeremey Ainley  joins us to break down success, lessons learned, and what it takes to build a winning program. The crew shares the  best thing they saw in HS hoops this week , then it’s time for  Pretender or Contender  with  Tony Roe ! And just when you thought it couldn’t get better—Doug’s  3A pick of the week  takes an une...

West Burlington's Head Coach Cody Van Fleet( @CoachCVF) talks Falcons hoops. The refs get a shout out from everyone's favorite Uncle.. Chris Larson!?! Bounds Blake Walker talks shop along with a deep dive into girls hoops. 3A fraud alerts! Does Doug's 3A Pick change?? Our first snake draft... who do you think has the best team? Shoutouts, Time with Tony Roe it's all here! Let's...

🎙️ New Hoop Troop episode is here! 🏀 We’re spotlighting teams to watch in girls’ basketball, jamming out to pep band vibes, diving into the Cedar Rapids hoops scene, and breaking down what stood out this past week. Plus, a great chat with Coach Isaacson from AL! Don’t miss the fun and insights! 🔥 #HoopTroop #GirlsBasketball #ShootersTouch #PepBand #Iowagirl #IAHSBKB #IBCA Connect with us! @Shoot...