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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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(Part 1) College Basketball Recruiting Explained with ESPN's Paul Biancardi [REPLAY]

The Youth Hoops Pod presented by Pro Skills BasketballSep 15, 2020

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🏀 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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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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🎧 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.

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1) Click this link

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!

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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!

__________

⭐️ 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
🏀 Basketball Life School with Pierre Stines
Nov 08, 202346:17
🏀 FOCUS for the Week: Our Acronym F.O.C.U.S. (Fun, Overcome, Compete, Unity, Self-Improvement)
Nov 06, 202301:59
🏀 The Road to Building PSB in Chicago with Shane Kenney
Nov 02, 202339:30
🏀Mastering The Mental Game with Performance Coach Stu Singer 🙌
Nov 02, 202328:17
🏀 5 Things I Learned Playing for Brad Stevens at Butler with Pete Campbell 🐶

🏀 5 Things I Learned Playing for Brad Stevens at Butler with Pete Campbell 🐶

(REPLAY 11/05/21) This episode features special guest PSB Indianapolis Director, Pete Campbell!

Pete is a former professional basketball player who played for 6 years overseas. Before his pro career, he was fortunate to play his college ball at Butler for then brand new head coach Brad Stevens. Pete finished his career as the most accurate 3 point shooter in Butler Basketball history (48.2%). He played in 5 NCAA tournament games, earning player of the game in 3 of the 5 contests.

In this podcast episode, Pete gives us insight into what makes Brad Stevens such a great coach from his personability to his brilliant basketball mind!

Listen now to learn more!

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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!

__________

⭐️ 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

Oct 26, 202342:32
🏀 How Basketball Can Teach Life Lessons [REPLAY]

🏀 How Basketball Can Teach Life Lessons [REPLAY]

In this episode, we discuss how everyone says they want to teach or learn life lessons from basketball but they won't embrace the struggle that comes along with the lessons. We ask ourselves how we can use the game of basketball to teach valuable life lessons and get players, parents, and coaches to embrace the struggle. [REPLAY from 2/11/20]

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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!

__________

🏀 📲 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.

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

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🎧 Intro and Outro music by Wintz

Oct 24, 202331:29
🏀How Your Mind Can Change Your Game with Brian Sullivan
Oct 19, 202337:02
🏀What Should Success Really Be In Youth Sports?
Oct 12, 202333:51
🏀Why Man-to-Man Defense is Great for Youth Basketball
Oct 04, 202327:28
Importance of Strength & Athleticism Work 🏋️‍♀️ for Young Players with Jeremy Martin of Ultimate Athlete [REPLAY]

Importance of Strength & Athleticism Work 🏋️‍♀️ for Young Players with Jeremy Martin of Ultimate Athlete [REPLAY]

In the episode, Logan Kosmalski talks with sports performance strength and conditioning coach Jeremy Martin. Jeremy was a college football quarterback and now owns and operates Ultimate Athlete outside of Charlotte, NC. In this episode, Logan and Jeremy talk about the importance of and how young athletes can get stronger and more athletic! [REPLAY from 11/6/18]

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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

Sep 27, 202334:10
🏀3 BEST Daily Nutritional Habits for Youth Athletes with Rachel Pfister 🥗🍗
Sep 20, 202325:52
🏀4 Traits That Make A Great Shooter with Ross Schraeder 👌
Sep 06, 202333:47
🏀The #1 Tip For Girls Playing Basketball with Cassi Whitworth 👀
Aug 30, 202330:35
🏀Youth Sports Parenting Needs A Survival Guide with Alan Stein
Aug 23, 202343:25
🏀Top 3 Skills Youth Players Should Work On with Dan Decker
Aug 16, 202341:38
🏀 How Your Mindset Can Help Your Basketball Game with Rasheed Wright
Aug 09, 202333:16
🏀How To Stand Out On The Court with Chris Goodrum
Aug 02, 202338:32
🏀Why 3v3 Basketball Creates a Space for Development with Rasheed Wright

🏀Why 3v3 Basketball Creates a Space for Development with Rasheed Wright

May 03, 202332:51
🏀How To Prepare For The Season with Pete Campbell
Sep 29, 202246:22
🏀 The Benefits of 3x3 Basketball with USA 🏀's Coach Don Showalter
Sep 27, 202229:23
🏀 What is Appropriate Fan Behavior? 🤔
Aug 03, 202218:50
🏀(Part 2) ESPN's Jay Bilas on Effective Coaching Tactics and Toughness Through Adversity 😤
Jul 27, 202232:57
🏀Social Media for Basketball
Jun 28, 202232:47