Episode 14: Developing Basketball Skills with Rod Middleton and Tony Watson of Pro Training Basketball
Nail The Recruiting Process Podcast
Release Date: 10/08/2024
Episode: International 3X3 Mastery, and the Final Push — with Team Canada’s Katherine Plouffe
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Jared here. In this episode of The Nail the Recruiting Process Podcast, I’m joined by Katherine Plouffe—one of the top women’s 3x3 basketball players in the world and the leader of Team Canada 3X3. In the midst of her final competitive season, Katherine pulls back the curtain on what it truly takes to perform at the highest level. We talk about the mental shift that came with transitioning from 5-on-5 to 3x3, and why that shift unlocked a whole new level of creativity, freedom, and growth in her game. Katherine shares how the nature of 3x3—its speed, spacing, and nonstop...
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Inside the Evaluation Process with Wisconsin-River Falls Head Coach Shelby Lyman
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Inside the Evaluation Process with Wisconsin-River Falls Head Coach Shelby Lyman Jared here. In this week’s episode, we’re pulling the curtain all the way back. I’m joined by Coach Shelby Lyman, head coach at Wisconsin-River Falls. Together, we’re going to walk you through literally every part of an evaluation of a prospective college athlete. If you’ve ever wondered how college coaches decide who they’re watching, what they’re watching for, and how they follow up—this is the episode for you. We break down what it looks like from a coach’s perspective during live...
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Coaching with Purpose in a Changing Game — with BU Head Coach Joe Jones
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In this episode of The Nail the Recruiting Process Podcast, I’m joined by one of the most respected voices in Men’s basketball: Boston University Head Coach Joe Jones. Coach Jones is a three-time Patriot League Coach of the Year and has built BU into a model of consistency, with top-three conference finishes in five of the last six seasons. But this conversation goes far beyond accolades. Coach Jones opens up about what it means to coach with purpose in an era of rapid change—where NIL, the transfer portal, and shifting timelines have challenged even the most development-focused...
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Leveraging the Transfer Portal and Building a Conference Champion with the UMASS Dartmouth Corsairs
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Jared here. This week, I’m joined by UMass Dartmouth Head Coach Matt Ducharme, along with Jane McCauley and Carly Whiteside—two of UMASS Darthmouth’s transfer athletes who just helped the Corsairs capture the program’s first-ever Little East Conference championship. You’ll hear Jane and Carly describe their journey from Division I to Division III in their own words; a pathway to leadership, growth, and a new chapter of success. This was an experience that didn't just reignite their passion for the game, but also expanded their appreciation for the relationships, sacrifice, and joy...
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A 360 look at high-level men’s basketball recruiting with Jon Soch of Suited Scouting
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Jared here, and today I’m joined by Jon Soch — one of the most respected young scouts in men's basketball. Through his work with Suited Scouting, Jon has built deep connections with Division 1 college programs and NBA teams, specializing in evaluating the very best prospects across North America. We dive into what recruitment actually looks like behind the scenes — from realizing what “hard work” ACTUALLY looks like, to visualizing the concept of “stealing” recruitment. You’ll also learn what separates the top of a scout’s recruiting list from the rest of the pack,...
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Building Resilience with Mental Performance Coach Kristin Tullo
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Jared here. In this episode of The Nail the Recruiting Process Podcast, I’m joined by Coach Kristin Tullo, the founder of Think Strong Play Strong. Kristin is a mental performance coach, and today we dive into the critical intersection of resilience development and athletic development. With a background in strength coaching and social work, Kristin shares her journey to becoming a specialist in the mental aspect of sports—an area she believes is often overlooked. We tackle the tough stuff: Why resilience is the true differentiator for athletes, how coaches and parents can help build an...
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Season 2 Preview
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SEASON 2 PREVIEW Welcome back to The Nail the Recruiting Process podcast! Jared here, and I’m excited to kick off season two. In order to best set up the interviews ahead, we’re going to use today’s episode to dive deep into the single most significant challenge I see in recruiting today: the massive information gap between high school athletes and college coaches. The recruiting landscape is shifting rapidly, and the information gap also impacts the landscape. College coaches are increasingly prioritizing transfers over high school recruits. We’re going to focus on how we can bridge...
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Episode 18: The Season 1 Finale
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Jared here. In the final episode of Season 1, I’ll walk you through the ten most important themes we uncovered over our interviews with college coaches and former college athletes—valuable insights that every recruit and family can use to approach the journey with a clear purpose. We’ll discuss why showcasing talent is only the beginning of your recruiting journey and how attitudes, relationships, and decision-making skills ultimately make the difference in the end. I’ll also touch on why grades, personal work ethic, and even your role as a ‘glue’ player can play critical roles in...
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Episode 17: Interview with Columbia WBB Head Coach Megan Griffith
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Jared here, and this week I’m on a mission to better educate the basketball consuming public about Ivy League Hoops. The person here to help me accomplish this mission is quite qualified. I’m joined by reigning Ivy League Coach of the Year Megan Griffith, Head Coach of Columbia Women’s Basketball. Coach Griffith’s dedication to building a powerhouse program in New York City has led to historic success for the Lions, and we’re going to talk about every component of that success. As an alum and former pro player, Coach G shares her journey from Columbia student-athlete to...
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Episode 16: Interview with Marshall WBB Head Coach Juli Fulks
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Jared here. In this episode, I sit down with Juli Fulks, Head Women’s Basketball Coach at Marshall University. We dive into Juli's fascinating coaching journey (which includes one of the highest winning percentages over the last 20 years of college basketball) and also discuss the types of recruits that drive success in her programs. We discuss Coach Fulks’ data-driven approach to basketball and how her coaching philosophy has evolved over the years. We also touch on her recent success at Transylvania, which included back-to-back D3 Final Four appearances and a National Championship....
info_outlineJared here, and it’s time for part two of our three part “how to get better’ series. I’m joined by Tony Watson and Rod Middleton of Pro Training Basketball. Rod and Tony both played DI ball at UB and both went on to be professional players in Europe. They’ve also been training young hoopers for more than a decade and are here to dive deep into what it really takes to play at the next level.
This episode is minute-for-minute the most informative basketball discussion I’ve ever been a part of. We break down the non-negotiable skills every high school athlete should be working on, what everyday workouts should include, and what “hard work” actually looks like. Most importantly, you’ll learn what most high school athletes get wrong about their training sessions, and how to fix it. High school athletes and parents are going to want to have a pen ready, because there’s a lot to take note of here.
The Pro Training guys also teach you exactly how to avoid the traps of social media basketball hype, focusing instead on consistent fundamentals and skills that will actually help you grow as a player. Regardless of the competitive level you are aiming for, you’re about to come away with tools that will help you elevate your game, set realistic goals, and stand out to college coaches.
This episode is packed with practical advice and real-world experience from two professionals who’ve been through it all. Interview with Tony and Rod begins at 17:15.
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The most incredible collection of workout drills you will find, literally anywhere: https://www.youtube.com/@profectyourgame
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