The Youth Hoops Pod presented by Pro Skills Basketball

The Youth Hoops Pod presented by Pro Skills Basketball

By Pro Skills Basketball

The Youth Hoops Pod is presented by Pro Skills Basketball, a professional youth basketball organization dedicated to teaching young players skills for basketball, skills for life, and more generally, skills for success. The Youth Hoops Pod covers a wide range of relevant youth basketball topics from high school & AAU basketball to college recruiting to NCAA basketball to the NBA & professional overseas basketball to mental health & performance to leadership and much more. Listen and subscribe now!
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🏀 Adapt & Overcome: Basketball Insights with Chris Oliver of Basketball Immersion

The Youth Hoops Pod presented by Pro Skills BasketballApr 20, 2025
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🏀 Adapt & Overcome: Basketball Insights with Chris Oliver of Basketball Immersion
Apr 20, 202501:04:15
🏀 Building Mental Performance Skills w/ Stu Singer Part 2
Apr 13, 202523:36
🏀 Jordan & Kobe's Mindfulness Coach, George Mumford 🤯

🏀 Jordan & Kobe's Mindfulness Coach, George Mumford 🤯

(REPLAY from 07/15/21) This episode is an audio recording of a professional development Zoom workshop we recently did with PSB staff and mindfulness and performance expert, George Mumford. George has worked with NBA legends such as Phil Jackson, Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Shaq, and more. In this episode, George talks about many different topics around mindfulness and performance, on and off the court. He drops absolute gems throughout so we hope you'll give it a listen! [Replay from 6/15/21]

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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!

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🏀 📲 DOWNLOAD THE "PELOTON" FOR BASKETBALL TRAINING FREE NOW

Make sure to check out the PSB+ app for iPhone/iPad and Android. PSB+ is the Peloton for basketball, allowing players to workout with a virtual trainer anywhere, anytime at the touch of a button. Click here for more information and to download for free now!

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🎧 Intro and Outro music by Wintz


Apr 07, 202501:28:09
🏀 Player Development through the eyes and experiences of Ganon Baker and Rasheed Wright
Apr 02, 202547:35
 🏀 A Holistic Approach to Development for Players, Coaches, and Parents w/ Rasheed Wright
Aug 29, 202455:32
🏀 Embrace the hard w/ Coach Bryson Gibson of Hampden-Sydney College
Aug 22, 202443:06
🏀 Player Development and our FOCUS as Parents and Coaches w/ Steve Dagostino

🏀 Player Development and our FOCUS as Parents and Coaches w/ Steve Dagostino

We’re excited to bring you the latest episode of the Youth Hoops Pod after our summer break! This week, we welcome Steve Dagostino, a top basketball development coach and USA Basketball consultant, who shares his thoughts on the current trends in youth basketball, the evolving nature of college recruiting, and the crucial role parents play in their child's athletic journey.

Listen to the full episode here and gain insights that can help you navigate the complexities of youth sports.


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Aug 13, 202448:21
🏀 FOCUS for the Week: You vs You
Jun 03, 202401:07
🏀 FOCUS for the Week: Don’t Quit, Be Relentless!
May 27, 202401:41
🏀 Development is a Marathon not a sprint with Rasheed Wright, PSB Richmond Director
May 21, 202401:06:48
🏀 FOCUS for the Week: Learning is a gift even when pain is the teacher
May 20, 202401:16
🏀 Bones over Cones; Recruitment advice from Head Coach Marc Slade of Johnson and Wales University
May 14, 202438:11
🏀 FOCUS for the Week: The Winning Difference
May 13, 202401:14
🏀 NAIA Hoops and Recruitment with Coach Chase Teichmann of Florida College
May 09, 202445:41
🏀 Insights from a D3 Athlete with Adam Brazil PSB Elite Almuni
May 07, 202434:51
🏀 FOCUS for the Week: Our Time in Sports
May 06, 202401:20
🏀 5 Lessons Learned from the Hoop Heads Podcast with Mike Klinzing
May 02, 202440:12
🏀 Your Basketball journey is a mosaic not linear, with Sewanee Assistant Coach Will Merrell
Apr 30, 202436:28
🏀 Recruitment Advice with D3Direct and Pat O'Connor
Apr 25, 202445:26
🏀 Junior College basketball with Coach Tramaine Pride
Apr 23, 202427:13
🏀 PSB Alum Will Coble - PSB, his Recruitment, playing D3 hoops, and Advice for HS Athletes
Apr 18, 202433:53
🏀 Recruitment Advice from Coach Merkel of Randolph-Macon College
Apr 11, 202442:11
🏀 FOCUS for the Week: Celebrate the Small Wins
Apr 01, 202401:38
🏀 FOCUS for the Week: Be The Lamppost
Mar 11, 202401:19
🏀 Building PSB Austin w/ Ashlie Langlinais
Mar 08, 202436:03
🏀 Euro Academy Across the US
Mar 06, 202436:53
🏀 FOCUS for the Week: Change Your Mindset
Mar 06, 202401:22
🏀 FOCUS for the Week: Stay Ready
Feb 26, 202400:46
🏀 FOCUS for the Week: Your Net Worth
Feb 19, 202401:17
🏀 Who We Are... Past and Present
Feb 15, 202441:24
🏀 FOCUS for the Week: 4 Noble Truths of Youth Basketball
Feb 12, 202401:07
🏀 European vs. US Basketball Model
Feb 08, 202440:51
🏀 FOCUS for the Week: Battle Within
Jan 22, 202401:19
🏀 The Benefits of 3x3 with Craig Moore
Jan 11, 202430:40
Is AAU Basketball Harming Your Child's Health with Dr. Matt Pennetti 👨‍⚕️ [REPLAY]

Is AAU Basketball Harming Your Child's Health with Dr. Matt Pennetti 👨‍⚕️ [REPLAY]

In this episode, we chat with Dr. Matt Pennetti. Matt is a Chiropractic Doctor who practices in Denver, CO at Prime Chiropractic. We discuss the pro's and con's of AAU Basketball and how the habits players have off the court are far more harmful than the habits on the court. [REPLAY from 3/11/20]

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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!

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🏀 📲 DOWNLOAD THE "PELOTON" FOR BASKETBALL TRAINING FREE NOW

Make sure to check out the PSB+ app for iPhone/iPad and Android. PSB+ is the Peloton for basketball, allowing players to workout with a virtual trainer anywhere, anytime at the touch of a button. Click here for more information and to download for free now!

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⭐️ PLEASE LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW

If you enjoyed our podcast, would you please take a minute and leave us a 5-star review? It would mean the world to us as we are beginning to grow our voice in the podcast sphere.

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2) Scroll ALL THE WAY DOWN

3) Look for the 5 stars and leave a review!

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🎧 Intro and Outro music by Wintz

Dec 28, 202324:17
🏀 Building Mental Performance Skills w/ Stu Singer Part 1
Dec 20, 202323:20
🏀 FOCUS for the Week: Capable vs. Willing - The Difference in Success
Dec 18, 202302:20
3️⃣ Tips for Players for School or AAU Basketball Tryouts [REPLAY]

3️⃣ Tips for Players for School or AAU Basketball Tryouts [REPLAY]

In this episode, we give 3 tips for players to use at school or AAU basketball tryouts! [REPLAY from 1/24/20]

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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!

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🏀 📲 DOWNLOAD THE "PELOTON" FOR BASKETBALL TRAINING FREE NOW

Make sure to check out the PSB+ app for iPhone/iPad and Android. PSB+ is the Peloton for basketball, allowing players to workout with a virtual trainer anywhere, anytime at the touch of a button. Click here for more information and to download for free now!

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⭐️ PLEASE LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW

If you enjoyed our podcast, would you please take a minute and leave us a 5-star review? It would mean the world to us as we are beginning to grow our voice in the podcast sphere.

To leave a review on Apple:

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2) Scroll ALL THE WAY DOWN

3) Look for the 5 stars and leave a review!

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Dec 14, 202313:57
🏀 The 8 Cs of Basketball w/ Will Boettcher
Dec 13, 202343:17
🏀 FOCUS for the Week: The Other Side
Dec 11, 202302:02
🏀The Ultimate Guide to AAU Basketball

🏀The Ultimate Guide to AAU Basketball

In this episode of the Youth Hoops Pod we talk about all things AAU Basketball. AAU Basketball can be very confusing and frustrated, as a result of this we have written a blog and recorded this podcase that breaks down all of AAU basketball and provides some advice to players and parents about how to choose the AAU organization they want to play for. [REPLAY from 2/20]

We first talk about the beginner level and answer 9 of the most frequently googled questions on the internet, including: 

#1 What is AAU Basketball? 

#2 What does AAU stand for? 

#3 How to start an AAU basketball team? 

#4 How to join an AAU basketball team? 

#5 When does AAU basketball start? 

#6 Is AAU basketball worth it? 

#7 Can you play AAU basketball as a Senior? 

#8 Does AAU basketball travel? 

#9 How much does AAU basketball cost? 

Next, we discuss the 6 things to look for in a club at the intermediate level (timestamp 18:17), including: 

#1 Values 

#2 Coaches 

#3 Organization & Communication 

#4 Practices & Tournaments 

#5 Other Benefits 

#6 Costs 

Lastly, we discuss the advanced level (timestamp 32:48) and 4 ways a club and coaches can help a player play in college, including: 

#1 Style of Play 

#2 Coaches Knowledge/Experience 

#3 Showcase Tournament Schedule 

#4 Proactivity 

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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!

__________

🏀 📲 DOWNLOAD THE "PELOTON" FOR BASKETBALL TRAINING FREE NOW

Make sure to check out the PSB+ app for iPhone/iPad and Android. PSB+ is the Peloton for basketball, allowing players to workout with a virtual trainer anywhere, anytime at the touch of a button. Click here for more information and to download for free now!

__________

⭐️ PLEASE LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW

If you enjoyed our podcast, would you please take a minute and leave us a 5-star review? It would mean the world to us as we are beginning to grow our voice in the podcast sphere.

To leave a review on Apple:

  1. Click this link
  2. Scroll ALL THE WAY DOWN
  3. Look for the 5 stars and leave a review!

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🎧 Intro and Outro music by Wintz

Dec 07, 202345:43
🏀 FOCUS for the Week: Happy Place
Dec 04, 202301:25
🏀 The Importance of Proper Recovery 🧘 for High-Performance with Ryan Nosak
Dec 01, 202336:03
🏀 Building Confident Girl Athletes w/ Paige Tonz
Nov 29, 202345:54
🏀 FOCUS for the Week: Fear
Nov 27, 202300:40
🏀 How Basketball Taught Me Grit and Leadership with Kenny Hairston
Nov 22, 202338:51
🏀 FOCUS for the Week: Mindset
Nov 20, 202300:42
🏀 What Is Basketball Like At The Highest Level In The World with JJ Miller
Nov 17, 202329:25
 🏀 Embracing the Grind with Dennis Velasco
Nov 16, 202340:16
🏀 FOCUS for the Week: Gratitude
Nov 13, 202301:52