SCO: The Podcast

Myerscough alum Pedro Ellery returns to the podcast to talk about his recent commitment to Montana State University at Billings, as well as what fuels his drive. Pedro talks about the impact the COVID-19 pandemic had on his career at the Academy, how he navigated it, and what has allowed him to "stick" at every turn.

Myerscough alumni Travis Edwards joins the podcast to talk about the origins of the Square Sesh, what his focus was on at the Academy and how to prepare for life after leaving the programme. He also gives us insight on what projects he's working on and where his intense drive comes from.

SCO: The Podcast is joined by a pair of brothers – Michael and Daniel Johnston – who are part of the U14 and U16 teams, respectively, within the Myerscough junior basketball setup. Michael and Daniel will talk about their experience at Myerscough as players and as content creators, documenting the U16 and U14 teams on social media. You’ll also hear from several members of the U16s, as Michael dropped by training to learn more. At the end of the podcast, Michael and Daniel’s dad and mum, Garry and Vivian give a quick insight into the boys and what role the Academy plays for the family.To learn more about junior basketball at Myerscough, visit: www.myerscoughbasketball.co.uk/junior-academy.

One of the most individually decorated players in Myerscough Basketball history, Tyrese Lacey, drops by for his podcast debut. Ty racked up more than five individual accolades and was crowned Most Valuable Player at the 2024 HoopsFix All-Star Classic in his lone season at the Academy. He will talk about his drive for basketball, what it was like being at an American high school, what brought him back to England, and how Myerscough has set him up for success at Daytona State as he returns across the Atlantic.

Myerscough alum Milly Knowles, who ended her Eastern Washington career on a high with a Big Sky regular season and conference tournament championship, joins the podcast to talk about overcoming adversity early and how the hiring of Joddie Gleason reignited her passion for the game during an important time in her collegiate career. Milly shares the highlights of being a champion and details the glitz and glam of the NCAA Tournament — and how it set her up with a lifetime supply of deodorant.

Myerscough alum Great Osobor jumps on the podcast fresh off his commitment to Washington, where he became the most valuable man in college basketball. Great talks about the craziness of the transfer portal the second time around, what went into his decision, his player-coach relationship with Danny Sprinkle and Chris Haslam and how Myerscough helped give him the platform to get to where he is now.The Academy is currently hosting visits for those interested in starting at Myerscough Basketball in September 2024. To register: https://shorturl.at/Op7vk.

Academy coach Troy Culley returns to the podcast for Episode 43 for his third visit to talk about balancing coaching and normal life, share his thoughts on the state of the Academy, what he sees as the keys to success of progressing at Myerscough and then takes a look back at his favourite Myerscough memories. 

Myerscough Basketball's Daniel Nwauzu chats about his development throughout his three years at the Academy, including his breakout season this past year, trips to Europe and why building player-coach relationships is important to fostering success.

After a three year hiatus, SCO: The Podcast returns with a bang! Allen Gunn first sits down with Myerscough Basketball architect Neal Hopkins before catching up with Academy alum Amari Williams, who talks about his recent commitment to Blue Blood programme Kentucky Men's Basketball.

In the season 2 finale of the podcast, Myerscough Basketball alum, current players and coaching staff share their fondest memories of their time with the programme and advice they have for incoming classes. From trips abroad and winning championships, to smoked cheese incidents and field sessions and everything in between, this is the Myerscough experience.