On this episode Brandi Sloan, Marcus’ wife joins the podcast to talk family, fashion, and fun. They discuss gender roles, the importance of dating your spouse and Marcus dispels the rumors that Brandi dresses him! They give a glimpse of what their lifestyle entails and how they make it work. Sit back and enjoy this candid convo on #SloanColdFacts! 🥶🥶🍷🍷

The Cousinard Family is one of the legendary families of 3rd Ward in Houston, TX. The Cooz Elite youth sports program was built off their hard work & dedication to the community. The “Cooz Story” Documentary, documentary, directed by Mike Sneed, depicts the process of how this movement started. Eddy Barlow, Clay Whitmore, Mike Sneed and Ken Griffin give their own version of what Cooz Elite means to them and how it has impacted their lives.

Marland Lowe and Marcus Gradney discuss why it’s essential that former players get involved & get opportunities to work in basketball at all levels. They also break down if being a former player can enhance your ability to scout and evaluate the game. Lowe talks recruiting & disappointments in recruiting dealing with his son Jaland.

The 2001 Greater Houston Area High School basketball class featured some of the top players in the country! TJ Ford, Carlos Hurt, Daniel Ewing, Dante Stiggers, Jason, Kenny Taylor, Nile Murry, John Lucas III, Ronnie Price & More! In the episode they discuss changing the landscape of Texas basketball, what it meant to represent Houston, & how the transition from the game of basketball has been challenging.

In this episode we talk with the one and only John Eurey!

Eurey shares his journey as he talks about his days starting the Houston Superstars Foundation with Adidas & the legendary Sonny Vacarro. He also mentions how he’s the greatest grassroots basketball coach in the game, and how he couldn’t a single college to recruit NBA All Star Jimmy Butler out of high school. He mentions how Houston basketball is FAR SUPERIOR than Dallas!

Lots of great stories that you don’t want to miss!! 🥶🥶🍷🍷