The Underdawg’s Voice Podcast

In this episode, Coach Que sits down with Alexa Crosby , a young hooper whose journey is built on bounce-backs. From dominating youth leagues to starting varsity in 6th grade , Alexa has always been ahead of the game—until injury hit. After major knee surgery and unexpected school changes, she was forced to fight for her confidence and rebuild herself from the ground up. She didn’t quit. She got b...

In this episode of The Underdawg’s Voice Podcast , Coach Que sits down with Dilynn , a young baller who didn’t touch a basketball until age 10—but what she lacked in time, she made up for in grind. From overcoming family struggles to finding peace and purpose through the game, Dilynn’s story is all heart and hustle. Whether you're a player who started late or a parent watching your child battl...

They doubted her. They counted her out. They said her story was over...Jazlyn Alexander had other plans. In this episode of The Underdawg’s Voice Podcast, Coach Que sits down with Jazlyn Alexander, a young baller who knows exactly what it means to bounce back when life tries to bench you. Jazlyn shares her powerful journey of resilience after tearing her ACL at a young age. She opens up about:Her...

In this episode of The Underdawg’s Voice Podcast, Coach Que sits down with Hayden Hearst, a young baller who defines what it means to fight back when the odds are stacked. From sitting on the bench, losing confidence, and questioning her place in the game—to stacking 17 D1 offers and becoming a leader both on and off the court—Hayden’s story is raw, real, and inspiring. They chop it up about:Overc...

In this episode of The Underdawg’s Voice Podcast , Coach Que sits down with twin hoopers Jayla and Maya Williams , who’ve turned late starts and real setbacks into fuel for their grind. They talk about: Starting basketball later than most Jayla’s journey through an ACL injury and comeback The mental toughness it takes to lead AND grow Life on the AAU circuit What it’s like pushing each other as si...

She’s a 5’9” guard from a small school with big game, high IQ, and straight grit—but she’s still being overlooked. In this episode, I sit down with Abigail Judy, a First-Team All-Conference baller, leading scorer in MIAC, back-to-back team MVP and captain. We talk about what it’s really like to grind for your dream when the lights ain’t on you yet.💯 This one is for the underdawgs who are putting...

In this episode, Coach Que sits down with the co-founders of the Baltimore Venom to talk about why this city NEEDED its own pro basketball team—and why they weren’t waiting around for someone else to make it happen. They get real about building a team from the ground up, the grind behind the scenes, and why keeping ticket prices affordable was a must for the community. They also break down the cha...

In this episode, Coach Que chops it up with Coach Al, a real one who's been in the trenches for girls' basketball long before it was trendy. They break down the real challenges girls still face, the politics of youth basketball, and the ugly truth behind AAU, exposure, and recruiting. From the importance of keeping the game fun, to the pressure of social media hype, to the financial grind...

In this episode, Coach Que keeps it all the way real about the disrespect girls’ sports STILL face—less money, less media, less love. Meanwhile, the boys get all the shine. Why? Because the system wasn’t built with her in mind. Que breaks down how these funding gaps, lack of exposure, and media silence are hurting female athletes—and he ain’t sugarcoating it. This ain't just a money issue, it's a...

Are outdated stereotypes pushing girls away from sports? In Episode 3, Coach Que tackles harmful myths about girls in athletics head-on, exposing lies about toughness, strength, and competitiveness. Learn how to empower girls through positive coaching, boost their confidence, and build environments where female athletes thrive.🎧 In This Episode:Dangerous myths that cause girls dropping out of spo...

Are parents and coaches unintentionally pushing girls out of sports? In "Silent Sidelines," Coach Que exposes common sideline behaviors that cause anxiety and lower confidence among female athletes. Learn powerful strategies to positively impact girls’ sports experiences and keep them passionate about playing.🎧 What you’ll learn in this episode:How seemingly innocent sideline habits dam...

By age 14, girls quit sports twice as fast as boys—but it’s not because they lack talent or heart. They’re being pushed out. In this gritty, no-nonsense episode of The Underdawg’s Voice, Coach Que exposes the truth about why young female athletes are walking away from the game.🔥 We break down:✔️ The shocking stats behind girls quitting sports✔️ How coaching bias, parental pressure, and societal n...

It's the grand finale! Over the past four episodes, we've learned how to embrace failure and turn setbacks into comebacks. In this final episode, I share a personal bounce-back story, answer your top questions about failure, and recap the biggest lessons from this series. Whether you're an athlete, parent, or coach, this episode will inspire you to fail forward and grow stronger.💬 Question What's...

Failure fuels champions. Learn how to embrace setbacks, grow as a team, and turn mistakes into stepping stones for success. 💬 Question What's one failure that taught you an important lesson? 🎥 Subscribe for more: Empowering underdawgs in sports and life every week! 👉 Find all my platforms in one place: https://linktr.ee/sqbasketballchronicles 👕 Shop Underdawg's Voice Merch: https://underdawg-v...

Coaches, are you using failure to grow your team or letting it create fear? In this episode of Underdawgs Voice, we discuss how to turn setbacks into success, build a growth mindset culture, and deliver constructive feedback that inspires confidence. Learn practical drills and strategies to teach resilience and empower your players. What's one way you've helped a player grow through failur...

Parents, are you unknowingly holding your child back by shielding them from failure? In this episode of Underdawgs Voice, we discuss how to help young athletes embrace failure, normalize setbacks, and turn mistakes into growth opportunities. 💬 Question How do you currently handle your child's failures, and what's one change you want to make? 🎥 Subscribe for more: Empowering underdawgs in...

Failure is the secret to success in youth sports. In this episode of Underdawgs Voice, we discuss how embracing failure helps youth athletes develop mental toughness, resilience, and growth. Learn why failure isn’t the end but the key to greatness and discover actionable steps for players, parents, and coaches to turn setbacks into comebacks. Don’t fear failure—use it to win big!" 💬 Question: Wha...

Join Coach Que in this episode of "Full Court Dreams: The Underdawgs Voice" as he sits down with Coach Kenric Carter, Head Women's Basketball Coach at Cedar Crest College. Discover Coach Carter's journey from his upbringing to becoming a mentor and leader, his coaching philosophy shaped by personal experiences, and his vision for the future. Don't miss this insightful conversation! #leadership #in...

In this episode of The Underdawgs Voice, we're honored to have Coach Tim Moore, an exceptional leader whose journey from a pivotal moment in 7th grade to multiple national championships is nothing short of inspiring. Coach Moore shares how a simple interaction at a church talent show set him on a path that would define his career and legacy. With a background in Elementary and Special Education fr...

In this episode of The Underdawgs Voice, we’re spotlighting Christen Munroe-Jones, affectionately known as Miss Chrissy. From her roots in the Caribbean to building The Irie Movement and The Kids Corner, Miss Chrissy’s journey is one of passion turned into purpose. 🎶💃 Join Coach Que as he dives into how dance became more than just an art for Miss Chrissy—it became her calling. From teaching kids...

Ready to make 2025 your breakthrough year? In this episode of Underdawgs Voice, Coach Que shares the ultimate game plan for athletes, parents, and coaches to set goals that stick and achieve real success. Learn why most New Year's resolutions fail, how to avoid the common pitfalls, and how to use the SMART goal framework to crush 2025 like a champion. Discover practical tips for athlete developmen...

In this episode of Full Court Dreams: The Underdawgs Voice, we’re thrilled to welcome Milan Clark, a young basketball phenom whose journey from Liberty Road Rec to leading state and national stats is nothing short of impressive. Known for her scoring power, defensive skills, and relentless drive, Milan has been making waves since she first hit the court in the 3rd grade. Join Coach Que as he dives...

In this episode of Full Court Dreams: The Underdawgs Voice, we’re highlighting Amari Price, a 5th grader from Philly who’s already making serious noise in the basketball world. Amari’s journey started when she picked up a ball at age 3, training with her dad, a college coach. From there, she dominated with Urban Kings and Queens, won 8 championships with boys’ AAU team D-UP, and became an all-star...

Meet Dalila Theodore, an 11-year-old aspiring veterinarian athlete who excels in basketball and volleyball while balancing sports and academics. Check out more podcast below. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyudLXkjMUJyi2g4DZKKqbctKYDJzGMjB In this episode of Full Court Dreams: The Underdawgs Voice, we sit down with Dalila Theodore, an 11-year-old rising star who's not just excelling in bas...

In this episode of The Underdawgs Voice, we’re diving into the incredible story of Lillian Ducolon, a multi-sport athlete who is not only dominating the basketball court with the WV Thunder but also shining as a star on the volleyball court—all while excelling in school. 🎓🏀🏐 How does she manage to juggle it all? Lillian shares her strategies for balancing sports, school, and life. From her love...