The Blueprint Guide to Getting Recruited, and more! | Check Up with Bryan Bartley

WE ARE BACK! We wanted to check in with a new episode of Check Up with Bryan Bartley! If you haven't seen our interview with Bartley, go check it out!

NBA trainer, mentor, andJohnny "Dribble 2 Much" Stephen pulls up to Elevate Your Game with Todd Wilson inside the Handle Life HQ media room for a real conversation about purpose, discipline, and building something that lasts beyond social media. Johnny opens up about his childhood in Boynton Beach, Florida, navigating trouble, house arrest, and the moment he realized the people who truly love you are the ones you should listen to. He shares how “dribbling against his shadow” became the foundation for his elite handle—and how that same mindset shaped his journey from chasing pro hoops to becoming a trainer, business owner, and one of the earliest basketball influencers. We also break down the right way to use media as an athlete or creator: authentic storytelling, purpose-driven content, and putting in real reps before the camera ever turns on. Plus, Johnny explains how he created Handle Life and the meaning behind the name “Dribble Too Much,” why he shifted focus from followers to real-life community, and what’s next for Handle Life Headquarters

We're back with our segment called Check Up where our hosts Todd Wilson and Brandon Kinard talk about all things on and off the court. In this episode we discuss the honest opinions about AAU, high school basketball, and parenting! This is an open discussion, we definitely want all of you commenting with any questions or topics you would like to hear covered!

We are back with season 3 and for our first episode we have the great Dorian Lee!

Our guest today is none other than Hall of Fame Basketball Coach, Retired College and High School (Champion), Reggie Morris Sr! On this episode, he shares his wisdom he's learned in coaching and how much basketball has developed throughout the years.

Our guest today is former D1 Hooper turned actress, host, and entrepreneur, Aketra "Keke" Sevillian! Check this episode out to learn about why she advises to not commit early, how to deal with injuries, learning to pivot in life post-basketball career and more!

Our guest today is an OG in the grass roots basketball world and is currently the Director of Strategic Partnerships with Athlete AI, Taron Pickett ! In this episode we talk about making big decisions when pursuing your basketball dreams and taking leaps of faith.

Our guest today is Los Angeles hoop legend, Derrick Taylor! From his years at Taft winning championships, Derrick shares what it takes to develop 30+ pros.

Our guest today is the director of basketball and head coach at Cathedral High School, Alex Lieu! Check out his story about growing up Chinese American in the basketball world and reaching goals.

We have Father, Bryan, and Two Sons, Justice and Jaylen talking about blending Fatherhood and Coaching! The honest truth of what it's like coaching your sons, and from the sons, what it's like being coached by your father! Watch this for some great advice and insight!