The Basketball Fix

In this episode of Future Hoops, we sit down with rising Australian talent Austin Foxwell to talk about his basketball journey — from backyard battles with his brothers, to training at the NBA Global Academy, and chasing his dreams of college basketball, the NBL, and the NBA.

We cover:
🏀 Early life & love for the game
👊 How his brothers’ pro and college careers shaped him
🌏 Life at the NBA Academy
🎯 Long-term goals and pathways
💡 Advice for the next generation of hoopers

This episode of Future Hoops is proudly supported by Reebok Australia — helping us spotlight the next generation of basketball talent.

If you’re following the next wave of Aussie basketball stars, this is one you don’t want to miss.

Hawks Hangout | Presented by The Basketball Fix
Hosted by Sam & Corey

With the Ignite Cup locked in, the schedule revealed, and the roster nearly complete, the Illawarra Hawks are quietly gearing up for a big NBL26 campaign.

Sam and Corey break it all down — from the key matchups to circle, to the final pieces still to come on the roster, and which NBL1 talents are pushing for spots.

This episode is your full Illawarra update, loaded with insight, passion, and the belief that something special might be building in The Gong.

🎧 Tap in now — the Hawks are circling, and NBL26 is coming fast.

New Zealand Breakers President of Basketball Operations Dillon Boucher joins us for an exclusive look at what’s next for the franchise heading into NBL26!

Could Parker Jackson-Cartwright be on his way back? 👀 The Breakers are exploring a potential reunion while targeting three dynamic imports to pair with their strong local core. Plus, they’re going Back to Black with a bold rebrand that’s set to reignite the club’s identity.

From roster moves to culture shifts, Boucher outlines the game plan to bring the Breakers back to the top. Don’t miss this inside look at one of the NBL’s most intriguing offseasons!

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One of WA’s most trusted voices in sport, Lachy Reid joins The Basketball Fix to break down one of the most dramatic offseasons in Perth Wildcats history. With Bryce Cotton’s shock exit, the return of Kristian Doolittle, and major questions surrounding the club’s next move, we cover it all — the front office’s mindset, how the Red Army should feel, and whether Perth can remain a contender in NBL26.

This episode dives deep into recruitment rumours, coaching strategies, and how Perth plans to reshape its identity without the league’s most dominant player of the past decade.

Don’t miss this must-watch exclusive for any Wildcats fan.

In this episode of The Basketball Fix, we’re joined by Matt Ilodigwe as he opens up about his basketball journey so far — from humble beginnings to carving out a name for himself in the game. Hear about the highs, the challenges, and what drives him forward.

Don’t miss this exclusive insight into the mindset of one of the game’s rising talents.

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With free agency heating up, the Illawarra Hawks face a major call—who is their top priority: sharpshooting big man Matt Hurt or returning floor general Trey Kell III? Both offer vastly different strengths, but only one can be the cornerstone of their NBL26 campaign.

Can the Hawks repeat their playoff heroics and make another deep run this season? And with rising star Lachlan Olbrich firmly on NBA radars, will we see him drafted into the league next month?

Plenty of big questions loom in Wollongong—and the answers could shape the future of the franchise.

The Tasmania JackJumpers are staring down a full-blown reset. With Milton Doyle officially departing and Jordon Crawford also moving on, the heart of the team that took the league by storm is no longer intact.

Now, all eyes turn to head coach Scott Roth — the driving force behind the JackJumpers’ identity and success. Could he be the next major figure to walk away?

In this episode, we explore what Doyle and Crawford’s exits mean for the franchise, whether Roth stays to lead the rebuild, and who Tasmania might target to fill the growing gaps. The NBL’s youngest club is at a crossroads — can they bounce back, or is this the end of their fairytale era?

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Montrezl Harrell is back — and the NBL just got a whole lot more dangerous. The Adelaide 36ers have re-signed the former NBA star, who now joins forces with five-time MVP Bryce Cotton and a strong core of Aussie talent, all under the leadership of head coach Mike Wells.

In this episode, we break down what Harrell’s return means for the league, whether this Adelaide team is built to win it all, and what — if anything — could stand in their way.

Is this the most stacked team in NBL26? And more importantly… can anyone stop them?

🎙️ In this special Hawks Hangout episode, Sam and Corey sit down with NBL1 Illawarra Hawks star Matt Mims—the electrifying guard who’s quickly become a fan favorite on and off the court.

Mims opens up about everything from his basketball roots in Iowa to his college grind at South Dakota State, adjusting to life in Wollongong, and how he ended up playing side-by-side with his Aussie girlfriend Sophie.

We chat about:
🏀 His love of 94-feet defense and deep threes
🔥 Playing against stars like Tyrese Haliburton and Tyler Herro
💪 His journey from getting cut in high school to earning a D1 scholarship
💬 What it's like coaching local kids, dealing with slumps, and bringing the energy every night
💍 Whether a halftime proposal is on the cards (spoiler: he laughs it off... for now)

With charisma, humility, and a ton of game, "Slim Shady" Mims is exactly the kind of player Hawks fans rally behind.

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🎙️ Hawks Hangout is back with a massive off-season update as Sam and Corey cover everything going down in the Hawks world—from free agency signings to the future of our imports, standout performances in the New Zealand NBL, and the return to the Snake Pit in NBL One East.

🏀 With most of the local core locked in, the boys break down what comes next. Will Trey Kell re-sign? Is Darius Days on his way out? What kind of big man import should we target to replace Sam Froling while he recovers?

🚨 The boys also unpack the huge form of Davo Hickey in NZNBL (triple-doubles galore), Gritter's redemption arc, and Lachie Olbrich’s NBA Draft nomination. Plus, reaction to Tyler Harvey's viral game-winner, and yes—Tatum got a tattoo of himself kissing the trophy. Iconic.

🎉 With the Hawks receiving the keys to the city, and back-to-back games coming up for our NBL One squad, there's no slowing down for the reigning champs.

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