Hardwood Hustle

Today co-host TJ Rosene and assistant coach Graham Maxwell discuss the differences between playing hard and competing hard. It’s on coaches to teach players how to differentiate whether or not they are truly competing hard all season long.

In today’s episode TJ Rosene brings you a special edition offensive strategy episode focused on how to gain small advantages throughout games in order to maximize your offensive efficiency. TJ breaks down the process of ‘stealing’ points, which can be a game changer for your entire team.

Today we discuss a vital question Adam was recently asked by one of his athletes. The question was, “Can you get a scholarship without being a leader?” Of the many things that go into receiving a college scholarship, leadership certainly plays a role at some level. Be sure to share this important conversation with your […]

In today’s episode we bring you an impactful interview with long-time head coach Larry Hurd, Jr. Coach Hurd shares his passion for teaching players, growing as a coach, and developing a program full of great relationships. You will love the insights shared from Coach Hurd’s wealth of experiences he’s accumulated during his incredible career.

In this episode Ryan Hoover joins us once again for a great interview sharing what has educated, empowered, and encouraged his basketball career. We also discuss basketball analytics and the ability coaches now have to show their players more details than ever before with the technology that is available.

As a player, we often forget about our role as a coach in addition to the player. If we want our team to be the best team possible, then players need to embrace the role of coach as well as player. In this episode we’ll teach you how to assist your coaches and be a […]

In today’s episode we are joined by analytics coach Corey Wacknov. Before joining ShotTracker, Corey was a member of the Orlando Magic Basketball Operations staff, and brings a special perspective to our hustlers with his analytics background.

Former professional basketball player Jeremiah Boswell and Jr. NBA representative joins us today to talk about how the NBA is working to develop youth basketball into an even better experience for players, parents, and coaches around the world.

As a player, you will make mistakes which are okay, but what’s most important is how you respond from the mistakes you make. In this episode we’ll share ways you can create a healthy mistake response and eliminate unhealthy mistake reactions.

In today’s special interview we are joined by one of  ShotTracker’s Founders, Davyeon Ross. Our Hustlers get an incredible inside look into the ShotTracker technology that is revolutionizing basketball stats and analytics at every level of the game.

Our hustlers are in for a treat today as TJ is joined by NBA Senior Director of Basketball Operations International Troy Justice. Troy shares his incredible journey to his current position with the NBA, as well as his passion for developing players and sharing the game with kids all over the globe.

In this week’s player episode we are joined by PGC Basketball’s Sam Allen to talk about the differences in what society has deemed “being a man” and what actually defines manhood. From becoming a star on the court to success in your career, we cover multiple aspects of how you can truly become a man.

In this Jr. NBA series interview we are joined by Coach Haro from Finland. We discuss his time at the Jr. NBA event, as well as differences he sees in the international game versus the American game. He shares a great perspective from the viewpoint of a successful veteran coach that you won’t want to […]

In Episode 238 we are joined by Coach Walter Webb who leads the DMV’s Slam City basketball program. His mission statement is “Committed to training the overlooked to compete against the overrated” and brings a wealth of great basketball insight for our hustlers.

A list of advice from Warren Buffett, one of the world’s wisest men, recently came out and is the topic of today’s player episode. Try to work on one of the ten pieces of advice every week for the next ten weeks and try to build in these new habits! Make sure to share this […]

In this episode co-hosts Adam and TJ debate the importance of pro athletes aligning all of the messages they share through their platforms. The center of debate forms around Adam’s thoughts on LeBron James sharing the incredible message of hope through his school, as well as promoting music that may not have the most positive […]

In Episode 236 we are joined by repeat guests Derek and Jody Wynn. Jody recently became the women’s basketball head coach at the University of Washington with her husband Derek joining as an assistant with the team. We discuss building a program from the ground up as well as parenting kids through their basketball journey.

In today’s player episode we share actionable advice for players who are aspiring to take their game to the next level. We discuss closing the gap between what players ‘know’ and what players actually do. It is one thing to understand what it takes to improve your game, but a whole separate challenge to actually […]

In today’s episode we challenge coaches to continue to grow by using the power of dedicated focus. As coaches, there are endless opportunities on a daily basis to lose focus and get distracted by things that in the end may not matter. By taking the challenge to focus in only on the most important things, […]

Jr. NBA World Championship coach Dana Copeland joins the show today to talk about his team’s experience on their way to a world championship. We also discuss player development, coaching tips, and much more!