The Game Related Show

Ed McLaughlin, Athletic Director at VCU, joins the Game Related Show to give us an inside look at what it really takes to run a successful college athletic program. Under his leadership, VCU has continued its tradition of winning—even as coaches move on to bigger stages—proving the program’s culture and foundation are built to last.

In this week’s episode of Game Related, we sit down with Eric Singletary, one of the most successful high school coaches in America, to talk about the Legacy of Sidwell. We dive into Eric’s journey—his climb as a player and coach, how he builds confidence in his athletes, and the reasons his teams often overperform. Eric’s unique coaching style ensures that every player leaves his program better t...

On this episode of the Game Related Show, we sat down with Josh Morgan to talk about how football became more than just a game—it was therapy, structure, and a safe space that helped him rise above the challenges of growing up in Washington, DC.

On today’s episode of The Game Related Show, we sit down with Patrick Crarey II, Assistant Coach at Grambling State University, to talk about his journey through the coaching ranks—from humble beginnings at NAIA’s Washington Adventist University to the Division I stage at Grambling St.

In this episode of The Game Related Show, we sit down with Devin Sweetney, one of the rising stars in college coaching. Devin takes us through his incredible journey — from coaching at The Museum last summer to becoming an assistant at St. Francis, and ultimately helping the Red Flash punch their ticket to the NCAA Tournament. What a year.

On this episode of the Game Related Show, we’re joined by Ced Macfadden, a former hooper whose passion for the game evolved into helping athletes unlock their full physical potential. Ced shares his journey from the court to the training space, focusing on the power of movement, mobility, and explosive performance. He breaks down how understanding the body, building strength through proper lifting...

In this episode of the Game Related Show, we sit down with one of the DMV’s hardest-working trainers, Antonio Ortega. Tone shares his journey from being new to the area with no connections to becoming a trusted name among elite athletes through consistency, effort, and a deep love for the game.

In this episode of Game Related, we sit down with Walt Webb — a coach whose journey was rooted in purpose from the very beginning. Growing up under the guidance of a father who coached, Walt developed a unique perspective on leadership, teamwork, and the game itself long before he ever held a clipboard. We dive deep into his latest chapter as the post-grad coach at St. James School, now part of th...

In this powerful and highly anticipated episode, we sit down with Curtis Yarborough, also known as Mo Skillz, to talk real about life, hoops, and community. We dive deep into his personal and professional journey, including his close relationship with Kiyon Boyd, the highs, the heartbreaks, and the lessons learned from a career filled with potential and pain.

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Derrick Washington — the head coach of Coolidge High School and a leader within the Washington Warriors AAU program. Derrick shares how his ability to develop elite guards has helped Coolidge remain competitive year after year, regardless of the obstacles. On the AAU side, we explore the Washington Warriors program, Derrick’s leadership style, and the tea...

Welcome to Season 4 of The Game Related Show — where we dive deeper into the journey behind the jersey. In our 38th episode overall, we’re kicking things off strong with a special guest: Malcolm Delaney, a Baltimore native who carved out an impressive 10-year pro basketball career overseas and in the NBA. In this episode, Malcolm gets real about:🏀 His professional journey — the highs, the lows, a...

In this episode, we sit down with Breanna Gross, the newly appointed Head Women’s Basketball Coach at St. Andrews University. Breanna shares her powerful journey through the game—from her days as a promising player whose career was cut short by injury, to her rise as a respected coach at multiple levels. Tune in as she discusses the differences between coaching boys vs. girls, the lessons she’s le...

On this episode of the  Game Related Show , we welcomed former UMass standout and current Villanova University assistant coach, Ricky Harris. Rick brought a wealth of basketball insight, diving into his coaching journey and how the landscape of college recruiting has shifted with the rise of NIL deals and collectives. He offered a thoughtful blueprint for high school athletes navigating the new er...

In this episode of The Game Related Show, we sit down with DC basketball legend and coach, Bryant “Smut” Hunt. Smut reflects on his journey from winning a DC City Title as a player at Dunbar High School to recently capturing another as an assistant coach at Cardozo. He shares stories from his playing days, including intense juco battles with his childhood friend, and how those experiences shaped h...

In this powerful and inspiring episode of The Game Related Show, we sit down with former NBA player Jason Miskiri for a raw and revealing conversation about his journey—from the hardwood to hard times, and ultimately to redemption and reinvention. Born in Guyana and raised in the U.S., Jason’s basketball career began at the junior college level before he rose to prominence at George Mason Universi...

In this episode of Game Related, we had the opportunity to speak with Jasper Williams who is the Head Coach of the Capital Seahawks, TBL (The Basketball League). Jasper is also a former D1 player who played at Chattanooga and Hampton University.

In this episode of Game Related, we had the opportunity to speak with Brian Inge who is a man of many talents. Currently, Brian is getting ready for the 2nd Annual Lethal Shooter HS All Star Game April 3rd. Brian expands on his growth withing the basketball space off the court and how he inspires to help others.

In this episode of Game Related, we caught up with Cardell Dudley who is Co Founder of Finest Magazine. Cardell speaks on his playing days and how JUCO was such a tough environment to play in but ultimately how it prepared him not only on the court but for life. We dove into media and how important gathering data / information is for NBA execs. One bad report can shift the perspective of a team an...

In this candid episode of Game Related, we headed up I-95 to Baltimore to visit Sam Brand and check out The Sanctuary. Sam and his team are bringing basketball back to the community to make sure urban communities aren't out priced in a game that was once dominated by the inner cities of America. We took a deep dive into Sam's career going from a walk on to the All time leader 3 point score...

On our Season Finale, we sat down with the Head Coach of American University Duane Simpkins. We spoke about what he has learned over the years being an Assistant Coach, NIL, expectations of his staff and balancing Family Life. We also went down memory lane and dove into what made him a McDonald's All American, his time at Maryland and as a pro and the scholarship period most players struggle c...

We had the pleasure of sitting down with Erick Green and discussing his career. Understanding the nuances of scoring was on full display with Erick from being in the backyard with dad and focusing on the mid range to becoming the nation's leading scorer while playing at Virginia Tech. There were plenty of lessons to take away from this show.

Tyler Thornton speaks on his success playing with championship teams at Gonzaga College High School and Duke University. The principles he learned from playing helped him transition into coaching where he shares some of his principles on winning, stacking days, character building and players taking accountability in their game.

Tee Johnson walks us thru his journey as a hooper from not playing HS hoops to becoming a hall of famer at NVU - Lyndon. Tee displays resiliency on his path. We go over his Go To Move along with some off his 1v1 matchups that created a buzz in the city. We explore his coaching experience and what has propelled Jackson Reed to become one of the best teams in DC. Social Media, Training, and Coaching...

Chris Cole (Bryant University) sits down with us to speak on his growth not only as a coach but as a person. From the adversity he dealt with as a child ( death of father and cancer), to Chris using his pain to help put kids in better situations thru basketball. Chris Cole aka Fat Cat possesses a rare ability of empathy and leadership which will allow him to develop into a head coach.

On this week's episode, we take a deep dive with Eric Branham on his career but more importantly the mental side of the game of hoops that transfer into life. We address the boys and girls club, aau, training, outgrowing your environment and the tough transition that athletes make once they are done playing. Trauma is not a Luxury.