Aired on Jun 22, 2025: In this episode of Room A-108, we sit down with former Thornwood basketball standout Trey Blue โ 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: ๐ The iconic 2006 downstate run ๐ What made those Thornwood teams so legendary ๐ The influence of players like Eddy Curry, Reggie Hamilton, and the culture around TW hoops We also dive deep into: ๐ฅ City vs Suburban hoop culture โ is the gap real or just hype? ๐ฅ The evolution of Treyโs Blueprint Hoops program and his vision to train, guide, and elevate the next generation ๐ฅ Where he sees youth basketball headed โ both the challenges and opportunities ๐ฅ What he wants Blueprint Hoops to become in the next 5 years ๐ฅ Insightful stories, mentorship moments, and real talk about AAU, social media, and hoop dreams Whether youโre from the South Suburbs, a basketball head, a young hooper, or just someone who loves a good story about growth, resilience, and giving back โ this episode is for you. ๐ง Hosted by CJ & David, Room A-108 is the podcast where sports meets storytelling โ bringing you interviews with elite athletes, hometown legends, and voices that shaped the game, starting right here in the Chicago area. ๐ Make sure to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more in-depth conversations with standout athletes from Thornwood and beyond!
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