Aired on Jun 22, 2025: In this episode of Room A-108, we sit down with former Thornwood basketball standout Trey Blue — a South Holland native who helped lead the Thunderbirds downstate in 2006 and went on to play Division I basketball at Fordham, Illinois State, and Vermont. Trey breaks down his incredible high school journey, including: 🏀 The iconic 2006 downstate run 🏀 What made those Thornwood teams so legendary 🏀 The influence of players like Eddy Curry, Reggie Hamilton, and the culture around TW hoops We also dive deep into: 🔥 City vs Suburban hoop culture — is the gap real or just hype? 🔥 The evolution of Trey’s Blueprint Hoops program and his vision to train, guide, and elevate the next generation 🔥 Where he sees youth basketball headed — both the challenges and opportunities 🔥 What he wants Blueprint Hoops to become in the next 5 years 🔥 Insightful stories, mentorship moments, and real talk about AAU, social media, and hoop dreams Whether you’re from the South Suburbs, a basketball head, a young hooper, or just someone who loves a good story about growth, resilience, and giving back — this episode is for you. 🎧 Hosted by CJ & David, Room A-108 is the podcast where sports meets storytelling — bringing you interviews with elite athletes, hometown legends, and voices that shaped the game, starting right here in the Chicago area. 📌 Make sure to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more in-depth conversations with standout athletes from Thornwood and beyond!

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