Welcome to Hoop GPS Podcast, hosted by Eddie Sparks and Underrated Will! This podcast is your guide through the basketball world, breaking down everything from player development to the business side of the game.
In Episode 1: First Day Out, Eddie and Will introduce themselves, share their basketball journeys, and discuss the current state of the game, including AAU culture, training philosophies, and what separates Skills N Harmony from other programs.
⏱Timestamps:
0:00 - 5:30 | Intro & Podcast Vision – Why we started Hoop GPS and what listeners can expect.
5:31 - 15:00 | Basketball Origins – Eddie and Will’s journeys through basketball, early influences, and what shaped their love for the game.
15:01 - 30:00 | The AAU Landscape – The evolution of grassroots basketball, its benefits, and the pitfalls that players and parents need to avoid.
30:01 - 45:00 | Training & Development – Breaking down modern basketball training, the importance of fundamentals, and how Skills N Harmony does things differently.
45:01 - 1:00:00 | The Business Side of Basketball – How social media, branding, and NIL deals are changing the game for young athletes.
1:00:01 - 1:15:00 | Closing Thoughts & What’s Next – Final takeaways, upcoming episodes, and how players, parents, and coaches can use Hoop GPS to navigate their basketball journeys.
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