The Phelps School boys basketball coach Trey Morin and Salesianum boys basketball coach Taylor Trevisan joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss the importance of off-season basketball tournaments in regard to player evaluation, how the recruitment process has evolved at the high school level, and balancing coaching responsibilities with fatherhood. How do Trey and Taylor Make A Difference? Watch to find out!

Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.

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Alex Compton, a former pro basketball player overseas and now author of Guiding Your Child's Athletic Journey, joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss building a professional basketball career outside of the NBA and how his journey has led him to becoming a leading voice for youth sports. How does Alex Compton Make A Difference? Listen to find out!

Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.

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Jay Scott, the co-executive director of Alex's Lemonade Stand, joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss creating Alex's Lemonade Stand with his late daughter, the constant fight to try and crush cancer, and how the nationwide spread of the charity has moved the Scott family. How does Jay Scott Make A Difference? Watch to find out!

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The Athletic sportswriter Brendan Quinn joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss his experience covering the PGA Championship at Aronimink, how he started writing, and his origins on Hawk Hill. How does Brendan Quinn Make A Difference? Listen to find out!

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CBS Sports college basketball writer Matt Norlander joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss timing issues with the transfer portal in today's game, the recent NCAA Tournament expansion, and how he has crafted his storytelling style over the years. How does Matt Norlander Make A Difference? Watch to find out!

Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.

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Brian Mermelstein, the creator of the Philadelphia Catholic League documentary "In Good Faith" joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss how his PCL documentaries came about, his inspiration and process behind getting into long form storytelling, and why the catholic league is one of the very best basketball leagues in the country. How does Brian Mermelstein Make A Difference? Listen to find out!

Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.

Check out "In Good Faith" here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aefnP6Gc7MA

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Bonner boys basketball head coach Billy Cassidy and juniors Korey Francis, Kam Jackson, and Jakeem Carroll joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss their state championship, the highs and lows of the season, how they were able to band together to achieve greatness, and how they maintain that level of success. How does Bonner Make A Difference? Listen to find out!

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NBA legend Charles Barkley joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss the current state of basketball at the pro and college levels, what player made the biggest impact on him in his career, and why Philly embraced him and his character. How does Charles Barkley Make A Difference? Listen to find out!

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Legendary NBA referee Joey Crawford joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss his induction into the Naismith Hall of Fame, how he handled heckling fans throughout his career, and how his Philly roots shaped him as a referee. How does Joey Crawford Make A Difference? Listen to find out!

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Luke Epplin, author of Moses and the Doctor, joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss his new book, how the city of Philadelphia embraced the two basketball stars, and how they bridged the styles of the NBA and ABA in their quest for a championship. We were also joined by Maura Gilroy and Jack Naegle for the Philadelphia All Star Labor Classic, pitting city and suburban all stars against one another at Holy Family on Sunday, April 12th. How does Luke Epplin Make A Difference? Listen to find out!

Read more about Moses and the Doctor and purchase your copy here: https://lukeepplin.com/books/moses-and-the-doctor

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