James Blackburn delves into the Coast2Coast International Basketball Showcase, his decade and a half of basketball experience and how he advises players in preparing for a future in basketball.

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3:14

James explains how his diverse basketball background led him to college scouting and how a mutual friend's connection to longtime college coach George Nessman would shortly thereafter create a business partnership and Coast2Coast.

9:37

James' observation of how well players stay aware of coaches, scouts and others they meet in the field.

13:54

James gives his take on what makes a successful professional basketball exposure camp and how he views improving his own operation year to year.

23:42

James' vantage point of how players differentiate themseves by utilizing all of the camp resources.

30:07

James speaks on his consistent advice to players like: being a strong player, good communicator, staying organized, having a solid profile and remaining truly ready for the next opportunity.

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