#183 - Coaches corner with Kyli Crooms out of STC!!

In our 200th episode of the podcast we reminisce on some of our favorite moments of the podcast, and discuss how it has grown over the years. We want to say a MASSIVE thank you to all of you guys for your continued support for what we are doing. None of this would be possible without you guys!! To show our appreciation we decided to do a listener appreciation episode by answering some questions from the Small Ball Army!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/azsmallball/support

In this episode we focus in on our summer events! We Talk about all the teams in the Copper Canyon Classic and in the Main Event. We also look at all these mascots and discuss who would win if they all fought against each other in the ring. We still have some spots left for both of these events, so if your squad is looking for some great summer events don't miss out!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/azsmallball/support

The conversation covers various regions and teams in different divisions of high school basketball. The hosts discuss potential winners and contenders in each region, highlighting the strengths and histories of certain teams. They also mention the upcoming Copper Canyon Classic and encourage coaches to participate. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/azsmallball/support

The conversation covers the three-point contest, dunk contest, and senior game of the ASBP Senior Showcase. The hosts discuss standout players and moments from each event. They also express gratitude to the players, coaches, and community members who made the event possible. The hosts mention upcoming events, including the ASBP Copper Canyon and ASBP Main Event. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/azsmallball/support

The hosts are excited about the upcoming senior showcase game and discuss the three-point contest. They mention the participants and their shooting percentages, highlighting the high volume and efficiency of the shooters. They make predictions for the contest, with Reyes choosing Caleb Bahe and Jonathan Brown as his top two, and Jeff selecting Keon Talgo and Jack Engelthaler. They also discuss the rankings of the shooters in their respective divisions and express their support for Bahe and his chances of winning. The conversation focuses on the upcoming dunk contest and senior game in the Arizona Small Ball Showcase. The hosts discuss the participants in the dunk contest, highlighting favorites like Bryce Anderson and Presley IBeh. They also discuss the players in the senior game, emphasizing their skills and contributions to their teams. The hosts express their excitement for the showcase and encourage the players to compete hard and impress college coaches in attendance. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/azsmallball/support

In this episode I get to sit down with NextBench CEO Jaimie Perkins and talk all about recruiting! Her vision for helping high school athletes is impacting kids all over the state and it was so fun to talk about her company, and how they help kids realize their dreams of competing in College. Don't miss out!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/azsmallball/support

In this episode of the Arizona Small Ball podcast, hosts Jeff and Reyes interview Presley Ibeh and Cohen Hill, two talented guards from Highland Prep. The conversation starts with a lighthearted discussion about their one-on-one matchups and their growth as players. They share stories of their initial dislike for each other and how they eventually became close friends and teammates. The conversation then shifts to Presley's season-ending injury and how he stayed connected to the team despite not being able to play. In this part of the conversation, Presley Ibeh and Kohen Hill discuss their experiences and reflections on their basketball journey. They share impressions of Coach Hill and highlight the contributions of other players on the team. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the rivalry with Phoenix Christian and the intensity of the playoffs. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/azsmallball/support

In this episode of the Arizona Small Ball Podcast, hosts Jeff and Reyes reunite after a break and discuss their upcoming event, the Dunk Contest and Senior Game. They also provide an update on their March Madness brackets. The hosts then dive into the discussion of sleeper teams for the 1A conference, including Anthem Prep, Fort Thomas, Hayden, Ray, and Joseph City. The hosts then discuss sleeper teams in the 2A and 3A divisions of Arizona high school basketball. In the 2A, they mention Scottsdale Christian as a potential sleeper team, with Scottsdale Christian having the potential to maybe make a deep playoff run. In the 3A, they highlight Page and Sabino as sleeper teams, with Page having a strong roster and Sabino returning most of their players. They also mention other potential sleeper teams such as Florence, Ben Franklin, and Snowflake. Chapters 8:23 Discussion of 1A Sleeper Teams: Anthem Prep, Fort Thomas, Hayden, Ray, and Joseph City. 19:00 Moving on to 2A Sleeper Teams: Horizon Honors, San Carlos, SCA. 28:20 Sleeper Teams in 3A: Sabino, Florence, Snowflake. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/azsmallball/support

The Open tournament is officially here in the Small Ball Scene!! Before you get too excited, lets be pessimistic for a second. In this episode, Aaron and I talk about some of the good but mostly the bad when it comes to the open tournament. How will it be as meaningful as the conference state title and Vice versa?! Can the AIA make it worth the risk of not being able to compete in your own conference for a state title? (if you make it past the first 2 rounds) Is the conference championship just a knockoff title now? We also talk about how the open has impacted some of the bigger schools already gone through this. Don't miss out! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/azsmallball/support

In this episode we sit down with Coach Crooms out of San Tan Charter and talk all about the Roadrunners state championship run! Coach Crooms has a history of success in basketball and he discusses how it has helped him lead this team to its ultimate goal. With all of the trash talk that surrounds teams that have success, it is so fun to watch a group of kids silence and achieve their goals!! This was a fun one!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/azsmallball/support