Jake Simpson has quite the story! This international soccer phenom came to the United States to play collegiate soccer (futbol), had a chance at the pros stateside, but ended up coaching immediately after his senior season. It is quite fascinating to hear a guy that ended up coaching his teammates. Seriously, this one is a must so dive in!

It is so exciting to hear how different everyone's story is. In this episode, we got to interview my boss! He was such a good sport, and an even better interview. Looking back, there's no wonder he became a superintendent.

Jordan Evans came through and shined light on the experiences that made him who he is today. He talked about his competitive nature, and how hating to lose on game nights, led to him hating to lose on the field. He even recounted his lowest moments on the way to being drafted in the NFL. You do not want to miss this interview. This young man stands for all the right things, so it is easy to recognize why he is so successful.

Season 3 is upon us! We recap the past 2 seasons, and tell you what we have been up to in the offseason. Lots of great guests planned and coming up, so stay tuned!

Jaylon White looks back on everything he went through as a high school basketball player, while telling coaches the type of player they are getting.

In this episode we had several conversations from our guests through the season and last season . talked about. theNBA season starting in Deember, the lakers championship, and who had a "bag" and who didnt. Most notable, we debated that MJ, Kobe, Kawhi all did not have a bag.

Nikki Teasley joined the HBSML Podcast for a memorable weekend! We had our very first annual basketball camp, and it was a huge success. Immediately following, we record an episode with her that delivered a power message on mental health and perseverance. There's so much to this story, and we cannot wait for you to dive in!  

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1:55 Nikki Teasley introduction 

2:34 First annual HBSML Basketball camp 

6:00 They wouldn't let me play but one day they did and I gave the guys buckets 

8:45 Playing for the boys and girls club team and going to play AAU 

10:10 None of my brothers can beat me 

12:40 When did you first start feeling like you were cold 

15:28 When did you start getting recruited (every college in the country was calling) 

20:10 Make life decisions with your heart 

22:48 I went through depression at North Carolina 

26:00 Staying great is tough 

27:28 How long were you depressed 

31:25 What led to your depression 

34:10 I left the tar heels and went back home to work construction 

36:22 When did you become a WNBA prospect 

37:45 Basketball never hurt me, but people have  

40:00 I got drafted 5th overall 

42:00 Playing with Lisa Leslie as a rookie 

43:50 My team would beat Candace Parker's team 

45:00 Winning a championship my rookie year 

49:15 Winning all-star game MVP  

50:15 Lisa Leslie called you the female Magic Johnson  

54:40 WNBA Players need to get paid more money 

58:03 Have the WNBA play before the NBA like JV/Varsity 

1:02:55 How are you helping your 14 AAU teams 

1:06:45 Social Justice in America  

1:15:15 Family keeps me going  

1:19:36 People fear what they don't understand 

1:22:05 Ball signing

This player has been through a lot at 26, but his story isn't finished yet. He had a lot of ups and downs from back surgery, to ankle surgery, to get suspended for conduct detriment to the team. But you know what? He's all grown up now. He has owned up to his mistakes, he has taken his lumps, and he ready to give back to the game more than he has received along the years. Four star prospects don't grow on trees, so tune in and soak up as much as you can from this guests story as he gives you an in-depth look at how he got to where he's at today.

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1:45 How'd you get started hooping 

3:00 My first league was the YMCA league 

7:48 Playing for my first AAU team 

9:00 Watching film at an early age 

13:45 Trae Young used to watch film of All-Star PG's  

16:50 Going from being the man to sitting on the bench with Marcus Smart 

19:10 Focusing on football because I wasn't playing on my AAU team  

20:10 Playing 17U since a 13-year-old  

25:15 Giving up on track because of the short shorts 

30:10 Playing varsity as a freshman 

32:25 getting ranked 

34:20 My first letter was from Wichita State as a freshman  

37:30 Choosing to transfer to a Prep School after freshman year 

41:10 Going to a high school that everyone knows 

41:27 Ball is life was just getting started 

48:58 My friend past away and his dad gave me his blessing to replace him in Lebron James camp 

51:10 Relationships are eveything 

58:23 Learning to play with different players in different roles 

59:30 Doing whatever the coach NEEDS 

1:05:00 Playing against top tier talent in practice while NCAA D1 schools are in your practice 

1:07:05 Appearance matters when getting recruited (Eyebrow slits scared coaches away) 

1:11:30 My lil bro came calling and I had a decision to make 

1:12:20 Deciding to transfer out of Oklahoma University 

1:13:10 It was supposed to be me and Buddy Hield running the show  

1:15:25 Bet on yourself but be educated in your approach 

1:18:55 I hurt my back but I saw my mother get up everyday 

1:22:10 Understanding the politics of the NCAA 

1:22:55 I didn't know how to handle the spotlight when I transferred to Monmouth  

1:25:00 Getting suspended at Monmouth gave me a chance to get back on track 

1:28:32 Going to the NIT and beating high major colleges 

1:32:16 I went to college with no goals 

1:33:22 College is a job interview for your professional career  

1:36:10 Graduating with a communication degree and making my grandmother proud 

1:38:10 Going to the Milwaukee Bucks tryout  

1:40:00 Trying out for Indiana Pacers G-League team 

1:42:06 After practice I asked the coaches what I can do to make the team and they told me 

1:45:00 I made the team and told them about my injuries 

1:46:00 They put my ankles back in socket 

1:48:07 I messed up with the drug policy 

1:49:45 I chose to change my narrative and go get a job 

1:52:40 If you want to be a hooper you have to change your circle

Coach Rory Hamilton has 20+ years in the coaching game, so I advise you aspiring coaches to take a peek. He played college basketball, and baseball at a high level, and he is doing what all great coaches do --winning and giving back. One of the key takeaways is how he had to adapt to his players in order to be successful. Dive in to get the rest of the gems Coach Hamilton had to drop!

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1:50 Where are you from coach 

3:40 Being all state in basketball and baseball  

5:25 Realizing he couldn't play both sports in college 

6:18 Junior College stories 

8:08 Practicing after a game due to a loss 

11:11 Who put the ball in your hands 

14:40 What's the difference between baseball shape and basketball shape  

15:50 Which sport gets you better prepared for basketball 

17:40 Playing for a scholarship and I couldn't shoot 

19:49 Learning how to shoot with bad eyesight  

26:00 Shooting is confidence and feel 

28:30 Being a pure shooter  

31:50 Cant make 7/10 fts than don't shoot 3's  

32:20 Three point license drill 

34:20 Using your shooting ability as a decoy 

36:00 Work on your strengths as well as your weaknesses  

39:43 Bringing basketball to my baseball college  

41:40 I met my wife at Newman University  

44:00 This is my 23rd year coaching 45:00 NCAA Clock  

46:10 Learning how to lose before winning how to win 

49:05 Fun vs rewarding  

52:18 How did you end up in Oklahoma from Wichita 

53:40 Deer Creek almost didn't let me out of my contract 

55:20 Why leave your Mount St Mary's for Norman North after so much success 

57:45 Any thoughts of coaching college 

1:00:45 Wouldn't mind coaching boys again 

1:01:18 I wouldn't mind being an assistant  

1:06:22 Adjusting my coaching philosophy 

1:08:10 Ball signing

Brandon Rollins, the head coach of Southwestern Christian University, has a phenomenal story to tell. He first played for SCU, now he is their head coach! He has so many gems to drop, but one of which he told student athletes not to make basketball their identity!

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1:25 Introductions 

1:55 Heat Vs Lakers 

4:53 Lebron with 4 people on him is 60% 

6:25 Playing for SCU & Now head coaching there  

8:20 The plan was to be a therapist  

10:20 My brother was a basketball coach for 20 years 

12:20 NAIA deals with a lot of transfers 

13:35 Being a players coach  

14:10 How you got started hooping 

15:20 Your mom said no more football 

16:10 Your mom did you a favor 

16:30 The difference between assistants and head coaches 

21:00 Don't make basketball your identity  

22:45 Kobe Bryant didn't make basketball his identity 

26:00 Giving 10 years of your life to basketball 

27:00  Learning from my older siblings  

29:40 when did you realize you were going to play college basketball 

33:00 Who did you play against that busted your tail in NAIA 

35:40 Junior College is a chance to resell yourself  

37:50 what do you like for when recruiting 

40:45 What can players expect from you as a coach 

42:50 My specialty is getting guys back to where they once were  

45:44 NBA Bubble talk  48:10 How did basketball save your life 

49:30 I had a 1.9 GPA before high school basketball 

50:25 What message do you have for coaches and players