The Youth Hoops Pod presented by Pro Skills Basketball

In this episode, we break down what we believe to be the main characteristic that will help any youth basketball player, parent or coach, or any youth sports player. [REPLAY from 2/10/20] __________ The Youth Hoops Pod covers topics such as: High school & AAU basketball College basketball recruiting NCAA basketball NBA & professional overseas basketball Mental health & performance Lead...

In this episode, we discuss one of the core values of PSB, Fun. This discussion talks about the importance of having fun within the game of basketball as well as how a player can find a way to have Fun throughout the process of getting better. [REPLAY from 1/13/20] __________ The Youth Hoops Pod covers topics such as: High school & AAU basketball College basketball recruiting NCAA basketball N...

This is part 1 of our Skill Development Webinar about all things basketball skill development with Brandon Payne, the trainer for NBA superstar, Stephen Curry. We discuss how players can best prepare for the next level, the current state of basketball skill development, what coaches at the next level really look for, and much more! [REPLAY from 4/17/20] Special guests include: Brandon Payne - Step...

This is part 1 of our Skill Development Webinar about all things basketball skill development with Brandon Payne, the trainer for NBA superstar, Stephen Curry. We discuss how players can best prepare for the next level, the current state of basketball skill development, what coaches at the next level really look for, and much more! [REPLAY] Special guests include:  Brandon Payne - Stephen Cur...

This week, the emphasis is CONFIDENCE! These emphases are typically life lessons that young players can learn through the game of basketball, and when applied correctly, can lead to a lot of success on and off the court. [REPLAY from 7/9/18] __________ The Youth Hoops Pod covers topics such as: High school & AAU basketball College basketball recruiting NCAA basketball NBA & professional ov...

In this episode, we talk with the founder of the Manzer Basketball Academy and Professional Basketball Trainer/Founder of F2 Basketball in Myrtle Beach South Carolina, Colin Stevens. We chat with Colin about his basketball career and the many obstacles that he had to overcome along his journey. Today Colin trains the highest level of players from D1 players all the way up to a few NBA players. He...

In this episode, we chat with author, performance coach, and corporate keynote speaker, Alan Stein, on self-awareness and performance. [REPLAY from 4/23/19] __________ The Youth Hoops Pod covers topics such as: High school & AAU basketball College basketball recruiting NCAA basketball NBA & professional overseas basketball Mental health & performance Leadership Basketball coaching And...

In this episode, we discuss the rise of basketball skills trainers from the youth level to the professional ranks. We talk about the characteristics of an effective trainer, their place in the basketball landscape today, traps parents and players should avoid, and more! [REPLAY from 9/26/18] __________ The Youth Hoops Pod covers topics such as: High school & AAU basketball College basketball r...

In this episode, we speak with the Head Coach of DIII Swarthmore College, Landry Kosmalski. Landry took over a run-down basketball program and turned it into an elite DIII program that made it all the way to the NCAA DIII Championship in 2019. [REPLAY from 6/13/19] __________ The Youth Hoops Pod covers topics such as: High school & AAU basketball College basketball recruiting NCAA basketball N...

This week, the emphasis is HANDLING FAILURE! These emphases are typically life lessons that young players can learn through the game of basketball, and when applied correctly, can lead to a lot of success on and off the court. [REPLAY] __________ The Youth Hoops Pod covers topics such as: High school & AAU basketball College basketball recruiting NCAA basketball NBA & professional overseas...

In this episode, Logan sat down with a guest, Dietrich Brockett, who is the owner of Let 'Em Play Sports Officiating to discuss first-hand the landscape of youth basketball officiating and the challenges it presents. [REPLAY 7/20/18] __________ The Youth Hoops Pod covers topics such as: High school & AAU basketball College basketball recruiting NCAA basketball NBA & professional overseas b...

In this episode, we talk with guest, Paul Biancardi, a former 20+ year college coach as well as current ESPN National Director of Boy's High School Basketball. In his current role with ESPN, Coach Biancardi's job is to rank, grade, and evaluate the nation's top talent, so he brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the podcast. In this episode, Brendan and Paul discuss youth basketball ranki...

In this episode, we sit down with former Old Dominion Monarch standout and 13-year pro, Rasheed Wright. Rasheed is the PSB Richmond Director! Rasheed had a great college career where he scored over 1,000 points. Rasheed went on to play professionally overseas for 13 years in France. Listen as Logan and Rasheed discuss Rasheed's basketball career and journey! [REPLAY from 10/19/19] __________ The Y...

Each week during the club basketball season, PSB directors address an emphasis that we ask our coaches around the country to talk about with their young players and teams. This week, the emphasis is BENCH BEHAVIOR! [REPLAY from 6/11/18] __________ The Youth Hoops Pod covers topics such as: High school & AAU basketball College basketball recruiting NCAA basketball NBA & professional oversea...

In this episode, PSB Co-founder Logan Kosmalski talks with USA Basketball Youth & Sport Development Division Director, Jay Demings. Jay and Logan discuss the current state of youth basketball and the future of the sport. Jay breaks down why USA Basketball was created and what the organization is doing to create a better youth basketball landscape. [REPLAY from 12/11/19] __________ The Youth Ho...

In this episode, we sit down with former Davidson College Wildcat stand out, and current overseas professional basketball player, De'Mon Brooks. Brendan and De'Mon discuss De'Mon’s career and all of the ups and downs that come with playing overseas basketball. De'Mon had a stellar college career that included a conference championship and a conference player of the year. He is currently playing pr...

In this episode, we speak with JD Ey, a former DIII player at Washington & Lee and DIII coach at Washington & Lee and Amherst. [REPLAY from 6/22/18] __________ The Youth Hoops Pod covers topics such as: High school & AAU basketball College basketball recruiting NCAA basketball NBA & professional overseas basketball Mental health & performance Leadership Basketball coaching And...

In this episode, we chat with sports psychologist and performance coach, Stu Singer, about "coaching the mind". [REPLAY from 2/21/19] __________ The Youth Hoops Pod covers topics such as: High school & AAU basketball College basketball recruiting NCAA basketball NBA & professional overseas basketball Mental health & performance Leadership Basketball coaching And much more! __________...

Each week during the club basketball season, PSB directors address an emphasis that we ask our coaches around the country to talk about with their young players and teams. This week, the emphasis is RESPONSIBILITY! These emphases are typically life lessons that young players can learn through the game of basketball, and when applied correctly, can lead to a lot of success on and off the court. [RE...

In this episode, Cristian Barber sits down with PSB Charlotte Director, Chris Goodrum, to discuss 3 Coaching Tips for any coach to use at any level of play. The three coaching tips are 1) Develop Thinkers, 2) Consequences = Learning Opportunities, and 3) Practices are not meant to be perfect, games are meant for player self-discovery. [REPLAY from 1/15/20] __________ The Youth Hoops Pod covers top...

In this episode of the PSB Podcast, PSB Co-founder Logan Kosmalski talks with recent UNC-Chapel hill graduate/player Luke Maye. Logan and Luke discuss Luke’s stellar career as a basketball player from playing for Logan’s PSB 7th grade team to Luke’s career at UNC-Chapel hill to now signing with the Milwaukee Bucks G-League team the Wisconsin Herd. Luke put together a career at UNC-Chapel hill that...

Listen in as PSB Co-founder Brendan Winters and PSB Elite Director Sim Frazier discuss the conclusion of the first-ever season for Team Curry as well as give an update on the current state of NCAA Recruiting. Sim provides detailed insight into the success' of Team Curry this year while relating it back to what college basketball recruiting looks like heading into 2021. __________ The Youth Hoops P...

Each week during the club basketball season, PSB directors address an emphasis that we ask our coaches around the country to talk about with their young players and teams. This week, the emphasis is APPRECIATION! [REPLAY from 6/4/18] __________ The Youth Hoops Pod covers topics such as: High school & AAU basketball College basketball recruiting NCAA basketball NBA & professional overseas b...

JJ Miller is a former DI All-American college basketball player at NC A&T as well as 15-year professional player throughout Europe and South America. JJ currently serves as the Director of Pro Skills Basketball Raleigh in North Carolina. [REPLAY from 10/17/18] __________ The Youth Hoops Pod covers topics such as: High school & AAU basketball College basketball recruiting NCAA basketball NB...

Todd Withers was a DII All-American from Queens University where he led his team to a #1 national ranking in the DII polls for much of his senior season. Todd has since gone on to play in the G-League and actually sign in the NBA! Listen to his journey to the hoop now! [REPLAY from 8/6/18] __________ The Youth Hoops Pod covers topics such as: High school & AAU basketball College basketball rec...