The Extra Pass

This episode, Brad is joined by a returning Adam Ballinger as the pair break down United's last two weeks with Assistant Coach, Jacob Chance. Fresh of a 27-point win over Adelaide in Chris Goulding's 450th game, the trio talked through their favourite CG moments before getting into the return of Fast Five with Balls. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brad Newley is back in the hosting chair to chat through the first two rounds of the Hungry Jack's NBL25 season with import guard Ian Clark. The pair broke down how the team had gelled together and why he came back to United for a second season before getting to some mailbag questions from our fans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special 'On The Road' episode of the podcast, Ben returns to the hosting chair to chat with Jack White in Perth ahead of United's Round 1 matchup with the Tasmania JackJumpers. White talks through why he came back to United and his expectations for the upcoming season, all before getting into some questions from the United faithful. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode, Brad and Balls are joined by returning Melbourne United star, Marcus Lee. The trio discuss what the offseason has been like before getting into another classic segment of Fast Five, as well as some questions submitted by United's fans over social media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Extra Pass podcast returns for a second season! NCAA Champion and NBL All Star Adam Ballinger is joined by new co-host; Australian hoops legend, Brad Newley, as they break down Melbourne United's off season alongside the club's Head Coach, Dean Vickerman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the final episode of The Extra Pass for NBL24, Adam and Ben touch on the craziness of the Finals, what the offseason has looked like, and what's next for United ahead of NBL25. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Ben sidelined, Adam is joined by Tom van de Vusse as the pair preview United's upcoming Playoff series against the Illawarra Hawks alongside the voice of Melbourne, Wayne Peterson. The trio go deep into 'Rattler's' history as a court announcer while breaking down what fans can expect come Thursday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Melbourne United wait to find out who they will face in the Playoffs, Adam and Ben are joined by senior writer at  The Athletic and host of the Game Theory podcast, Sam Vecenie. The trio talk through Sam's career, what he thinks about some of United's prospects, and whether or not he would have had Balls on his Big Board if he was magically 22 again. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

With Adam away this week, Ben is joined by NBL commentator Jack Heverin to break down all the action from the Andrew Gaze MVP Awards and preview the excitement of the NBL Finals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Adam and Ben are joined by their youngest ever guest when MU Training Player Joel Foxwell comes through the studio. The trio talk through what NBL24 has been like for 'Foxy' as he balanced Year 12 with United trainings, all while Adam tries to figure out 'what's hot with kids these days'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh off a big Throwdown XXIV victory on Saturday, Adam and Ben are joined by United High Performance Manager, Steve McAdam. The trio talk through what Steve's role is like on a game day, who the best athletes he's ever worked with are, and why he once ate an entire bar of soap.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a few weeks off to start the year, Adam and Ben are back to break down United's massive January road trip. Looking at the rollercoaster few weeks, there was no better person to join them than former United championship winner Peter Hooley, who went in depth on what the long road stands are like, while sharing stories from his time as a pro. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

With Adam back from his week away, he and Ben are joined by 316-game veteran Brad Newley to discus United's pair of Round 11 wins, as well as his career both locally and abroad.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Adam away for the week, Ben is joined by United Chief Marketing Officer, Tom van de Vusse, as they talk through the importance of culture in sport with MU Leadership and Development Consultant, Trent Hotton. A former AFL player that has since travelled the globe working with some of the world's best sporting organisations, Hotton breaks down why culture is so significant for Melbourne United,...

This week, Adam and Ben are joined by young United star Flynn Cameron. Having thrived so far in his rookie season, the trio talk through how he has settled into Melbourne, his friendship with roommates and teammates Kyle Bowen and Malith Machar, as well as his college experience in America. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahead of United's Member Appreciation Game, MU superfan Tom Christie joined Adam and Ben on the podcast to breakdown where his fandom came from and his thoughts on the season so far. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following a miraculous victory over the Sydney Kings, Adam and Ben are joined by assistant coach David Barlow. The club legend talks through his thoughts of the game and Chris Goulding's brilliance, before taking on Adam in the return of the MU IQ Test. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coming off a big win in Throwdown XXII, Adam and Ben are joined by United assistant coach Jacob Chance. Touching on the strong contributions from all over MU's roster, the trio break down the importance of the victory, before Jacob is put to the test on his knowledge of Melbourne's history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adam and Ben are joined by Nominated Replacement Player Rob Loe this week to break down United's Round 6 nail-biter against the Wildcats before getting into Rob's time in Melbourne, and the much anticipation return of 'Fast Five with Balls'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the 20th edition of The Extra Pass, Adam and Ben are joined once again by Head Coach Dean Vickerman. The trio recap United's pair of Round 5 wins before reaching into the mailbag for some fan questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adam and Ben talk through another undefeated Round for Melbourne United before welcoming 1993 Melbourne Tigers championship winning assistant coach Al Westover onto the show. The trio talk about that championship season, which United will celebrate on Sunday afternoon at John Cain Arena. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adam and Ben are joined by their first every returning guest, Rhys Carter, to recap United's pair of Round 3 victories. The trio discuss how important the Perth win was for Luke Travers and walk through the team's elite defensive performance through the first three quarters of the Brisbane clash, before previewing Round 4. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Adam and Ben discuss Melbourne United's sold-out Grassroots Game, while looking at how the team can bounce back quickly across their two games in Round 3. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Adam returns to the podcast to discuss United's Round 1 performances with Ben. The pair talk through the ups and downs from the team's pair of wins and preview MU's upcoming battle with the Tasmania JackJumpers in The Grassroots Game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the eve of Round 1, Ben is joined by Melbourne United CEO Nick Truelson to discuss the team's undefeated run through the NBL Blitz, how the roster came together and who the pair are most excited to see on the court for the MU Celebrity Game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.