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What’s up! Today I wanted to recap all the previous interviews I have had on the show. I want to give people an opportunity to get some nuggets on information to help prepare them for the demand of college just in case they did not have the time to listen to each one or you were not as compelled to listen to a particular interview. I am going to give you a few important facts on what I learned from each one. Jordan Adams Current USC player, point guard, McDonald’s all American, WBCA all American, Orange county athlete of the year, * Importance of her dad getting informed about her process * She had the mentality that few athletes have… they want to turn a program around * Understanding you body and how much basketball girls are playing now * Leadership and everything that encompasses… its not fair, but its reality * Coaches changes and understanding that why is not important, just do it * Competing collegiately is not easy, she compared it to having a baby, but in the end its all worth it * Cherise Harris * Standout high school athlete, high profile AAU program, highly recruited and decided to take her talents to University of Arizona * Importance of Time management * Understanding what to do when you are not playing * Importance of academics Cliff Baker Developing, coaching, and training for 10 years * Importance of strength and conditioning * Training and the advancement of women’s basketball Prentice Beverly * Been in the gym watching talent, and developing talent for about 8 years. He has a respected recruiting service. * Ranking are opinions * Social Media kit * Number 1 question.. coaches ask him * How players are projected to play in college. * * Rita Grayson * Playing basketball since she was a child, handled multiple transfers, Devoss Sports Business Management program, manager over youth development for USA Basketball * Know yourself * Turing down graduate assistantships * Trust your heart * Every decision is important

Today’s guest is a dear friend of mine. She is from the best city in the country New Orleans, La.  She is a woman whose awareness has made me contemplate how much I know myself. Her ability to know herself and trust every decision she ever made about basketball is phenomenal. She started at Seminole College, in Sanford Florida,  and ended her career at Francis Marian University. She attended the Devoss Sports Business Management program which is one of the top 5 sports business management program in the world.  Her attendance in this program landed her internships with the Knicks,  AAU (Amateur Athletics Union) and now she has the opportunity to serve her country ,and impact youth as a manager for youth development for USA basketball. * High School Experience (1:00) * JUCO Selection (4:30) * West Georgia (10:00) * Meaning of Student Athlete (12:00) * Coach Motivational Tactics (15:00) * Francis Marian (17:00) * Graduate School (28:00) * Devoss Program (32:00) * Changing your perspective (38:00) * Devise Program Contd (42:00) * AAU (47:40) * USA Basketball (50:00) * Practical Preparation (56:00)

Prentice does not know this, but I was so nervous to contact him about being a guest on my show, because I have been MIA  for like 2 years, and  then I reach out asking for a favor. He was very receptive and open to the idea of the podcast and what he is offering is an immeasurable amount of knowledge. He has offered so much to the game of women’s basketball producing write ups to help elevate players stocks that changes the trajectory of their life. I am so grateful for Prentice giving me the opportunity to come into his home and conduct this great interview. Every coach knows his name and respects his opinion. He has served not just his community but every aspiring girls basketball player with a dream to play basketball. He is one of the few people in the game of basketball I know that is genuine and supportive on every level. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN? * Where did Prentice Beverly begin his career? (2:00) * What is BallNPrep? (11:00) * Prentice Beverly Skills Academy (12:00) * Bluestar Media (19:24) & (23:00) * Criteria of players (25:00) * How do you evaluate the players you see? (34:00) * Skill development and Fundamentals (40:00) * How important are rankings? (46:00) * What is the number 1 question college coaches ask you? (51:00) * What is the future of grass roots basketball? (58:00)

Cliff Baker gives us great information in the dimensions of what is necessary in regards to player development. He is among the elite trainers in the inland empire and orange county. He trains sports specific and works with a ton of athletes. We discuss criteria necessary for improvement within different aspects of strength and conditioning and understanding where you are in your skill as a player. He gives you a lot of knowledge on how to develop and continue to grow in the game of basketball.

  This episode is about a student athlete who attended the University of Arizona, transitioned to Mt. Sac Junior College, and is now refocused to hopefully one day take her talents to another Division 1 University . She shares her story of her transition process with us in this jaw dropping interview. She explains what factors led to her distraction from the sport she loves the most  basketball. She reveals details regarding her challenges with school, time management, and confidence. Please listen to her interview and prepare to take notes.

This Podcast episode is absolutely amazing. This student athlete shares information that is ahead of her time. She shares her unique story about her injury, coaching changes, being a leader, but most importantly practical advice for incoming freshman about what to expect in your college experience. This episode I believe is the first step in preparing student athletes for the demand of collegiate athletics. Student athletes please as you are listening to this, gather a pen and paper and take notes.

This episode is the first part of a three part series of my unique journey as a student athlete and a  division 1 basketball coach. This episode is about my first introduction to basketball, and my high school journey. I do not focus on stats but rather the process, and what’s important to identify and know in regards to development and having the right people surrounding your journey. Please listen in at the beginning of a 3 part series of my journey to playing at Louisiana State University,  becoming a coach at University of Central Florida , and now starting my own podcast.

This episode brings clarity to different perspectives players possess in regards to this topic, and offers possible solutions on how to be prepared when your number is called. This episode also gives coaches the opportunity to understand the mind of their player in hopes of bridging the coaches vs.players gap and create a open communicative environment. Thank you for listening!

Welcome to Benchptz.  I want to thank you for taking the time to listen to this podcast. This episode is about having an honest assessment about your game and skill level. I address one of the most if not the most important question that you must as yourself that will  help you develop into the basketball player you are capable of becoming.  Listen in and stay tuned to the next episode.