Bout that Life (AAU Life and basketball talk) Podcast

Coaches Rize Time: Pack Line Defense Principles

Coach C. Collins talks about the Pack Line Defense founded by Dick Bennett and later Refined by his son Tony Bennett.  How it has been effective for his teams and the pros and cons of its inner workings. For coaches that what to teach there teams how to play man to man defense without giving up 20 layups a game this might be the best way to go. 
 
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Coaches Rize Time: How to break a press for your youth teams

Coach C. Collins will give insight on how to teach your youth athletes how to break a Press and the fundamental rules to help your youth athletes prepare for team that love to press.
 
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"Bout that Life" AAU Basketball and Life talk Episode 10

Coach C.Collins and Coach MJ are back and are ready to talk more AAU basketball, life and everything in between. In this episode the coaches talk about the Clippers epic let down in the playoffs, Hardwood Palace(Rocklin CA) opening back up for there basketball tournaments, college basketball coming back and much more so be sure to listen and support. The coaches get to talk with a mother, Evelyn Hernandez, of 3 basketball playing girls two of which have won back to back state high school titles. Needless to say there wont be any punches pulled for this great episode.
 
Guest: Evelyn Hernandez(AAU mother, former athlete and Lawyer)
originally from the South and West side of Chicago. I didn’t start playing competitive basketball until high school.  I attended high school in Florida as well as run track.  I received a D1 scholarship to play for Stetson University but decided to pursue track instead and attend Florida International where I met their father.
real estate broker with 20 years of experience in my last year of law school as well as the business owner of EMH – Essence Meets Hustle a lifestyle clothing brand company in Sacramento.
mother of three girls Nadia, Nia, & Naomi who all play basketball.
Nadia and Nia played AAU and went to Antelope High school & later transferred to West Campus.There they won 2x State Championships (Div. 4 & 3)
D1 scholarships to CSUB Later transferred to DVC(Diablo Valley College) to attend a different D1 school.
Nadia is attending Sac State in the Spring.  Nia is on a D1 scholarship at UNLV.  Naomi who is 12 @ 6’0 plays AAU for the Stockton Mustangs with coach Que
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- "First and formost I got to shoutout there dad because even though I was a single mom I wasnt a single parent" Evelyn Hernandez
 
This episode we get to see the parent perspective of the basketball community and the impact it has on not only the athlete but the parents life.
Coach C. Collins and Coach MJ are going to see if Evelyn is really Bout that Life!!!
 
 
 

"Bout that Life" AAU Basketball and Life talk Episode 9

We have been gone for a while but we are back and have a new episode hot off the oven for you. Its been 3 weeks and a lot has happened in the AAU community, the NBA and society in general. Coach Chris and Coach MJ wanna touch on AAU open in certain parts of the country, the tragic death of Chadwick Boseman, the Jacob Blake shooting, parents and the journey through AAU.  Coach MJ speaks about his trip to Scotland Prep Academy and of course we have to talk about some of the hot topics of  the NBA.  With all this content you know its going to make for a great episode. 
 
Guest: Jay Hester{Sierra College Professor}
-Parent of AAU Player Eli Hester
-A professor at Sierra college 14 years teaching 20+ years
- Teaches both U.S. and African American History
- Son has been basketball since he was 7; AAU since the 5th grade; he has played with you since the 6th grade
 -Grew up all over the country (Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, California, Missouri and Michigan)
 - Boston Celtics fan from watching Larry Bird in the 80s; Cubs and Bears fan from years in Chicago
" Word of advice dont yell at the ref as a parent" -Jay Hester
 This episode we get to see the parent perspective of the basketball community and the impact it has on not only the athlete but the parents life.
Coach C. Collins and Coach MJ are going to see if Jay is really Bout that Life!!!
 

"Bout that Life" AAU Basketball and Life talk Episode 8

This episode Coach C. Collins and Coach MJ talk about Coach Collins and his organization, YBA, having a target on there back, NBA and the playoffs starting soon, also some current events at the Courtside Tournament this past weekend; mainly fighting between parents/players and coaches. We have the Director of the tournament Olajawan Jones who is a real laid back brother who has a passion for the hoop community and growing his brand one day at a time.
-Guest: Olajawan Jones/ Director Courtside Tournaments
  Coach OJ did not play AAU basketball but was a hooper back in the day
- He played Junior College at Siskiyous and later at Chico State
- He has Been the Director at Courtside Basketball for the past 6-7 months
" A lot of people at home don't see all the work that is put in, I works 70 hours a week" Coach OJ-
 This episode we hear from the side of the basketball community that want to let the kids play and try to maneuver this pandemic in the best way possible. Life has change dramatically and we as people are trying to adapt but Coach OJ has done everything possible to allow these kids a  safe place to keep living there dream.
Coach C. Collins and Coach MJ are going to see if OJ is really Bout that Life!!!

" Bout that Life" AAUBasketball and Life talk Episode 7

This episode Coach C. Collins and Coach MJ talk about Kids playing all over the place for to many AAU teams, the NBA bubble, Coaches teaching respect to the young men and women that they coach and influence, a funny story of a coach and ref playing for $1,000 dollars after a game and just events going on in the AAU world; with our brand of humor and keeping things accountable. We took a break but were back with are 7th episode and excited to reach this mile stone and looking at the future of basketball and everything else in between.
-Guest: Kai Huntsberry/ San Diego City College
  Kai is not only a Division 1 point guard but a kid that is a true product of the YBA system and a kid that has been coached by Coach Chris and Brandon Cole, two very passionate coaches. 
- He started AAU in 4th grade with YBA and West Coast All stars being his 2 main programs
- His high school accolades at Placer High-school are Junior year honorable mention All-Metro, Senior year first team all Metro, First team ALL state, MVP for the optimus game. Voted to Play in the Sac Vs Bay game senior year
- Career high school stats 16.9pts, 5asst, 7reb, 3steal, scored 1000pts in 2 years, school records all time steals 198, all time free throws in season and in game 14/14 in game made 168/202, Had a quadruple double first round of playoffs senior year against Union Mine
- Current college San Diego City going to College Prep academy
" I always have something to be happy about, especially basketball, so why be focused on all the negative things" Kai Huntsberry-
 This episode we want to gain the insight from a player who has made that transition to college and talk about the JC experience. Also this is the same Junior College coach MJ went to. We hope you enjoy the episode as we pull no punches and gain more insight into the life of the up and coming generation.
Coach C. Collins and Coach MJ are going to see if Kai is really Bout that Life!!!

"Bout that Life" AAU Baskteball and Life talk Episode 6

This episode Coach C. Collins and Coach MJ talk about the NBA, Courtside basketball facility staying open through the pandemic, AAU basketball getting a very extended season and the effects on High school basketball that will have, in addition, A Happy Birthday to Coach MJ as he turns 33 this weekend. Many other topics will be discussed and as always we pull no punches to bring you our truth in this game of AAU basketball. 
-Guest: Coach TJ Little trainer/Director of Clutch Elite training
  Coach TJ AAU basketball background started 7th grade for the "Oregon Magic".  He played Varsity all four years in High school in Portland. Afterwards he attended Siskiyous  Junior College,Weed CA, 
- He than went to North West Christian finished out New Hope Christian
- Currently Founder of Clutch Elite Training, 2017, and Director of Clutch Elite AAU program
- Been training since 2015 grew up in Portland and Florida
" No matter what you say about me I'm all about the kids; so you have to respect it" TJ Little-
 This episode we want to have fun as always but let TJ get the opportunity to speak his truth and set somethings straight as we want to have accountability on the show.
Coach C. Collins and Coach MJ are going to see if Coach TJ is really Bout that Life!!!

"Bout that Life" AAU basketball and Life talk Episode 5

This episode the Coaches tackle the change in the lifestyle of basketball because of the pandemic with kids training and spending more time outdoors again, how has this affected them and who really wants it. Coach C. Collins also talks about the cultural differnces of Black AAU and White AAU along with events form the past weekend tournaments. Many other topics are discussed in the hard hitting episode so definitely a must listen...also both Coaches give shout outs to many other programs and teams. 
    Valuble insight this episode comes from guest Darion Townes "DT" ex High school phenom, D1 player at Arkansas and pro-athlete for 10 plus years. 
Guest: Darion Townes(Arkansas, Retiered Pro Player)
AAU teams started 8th grade DC Blue Devils, 16u “BO-Williams”
- HS TC Williams, Arch Bishop Carol, Hardgrave Prep
- HS Accolades Shot block record 16 in one game at TC Williams beat out Alonzo Mourning the previous record holder, total 186 blocks for the year
- College Arkansas University where he had great collegiate career, afterwards he got an agent than went overseas and played professionally
Coach C. Collins and Coach MJ are going to see if DT is really Bout that Life

"Bout that Life" AAU Basketball and Life talk Episode 4

This episode we wanna address the NBA coming back July 30th and how that will look to the public and keeping the players safe. What happens when a kid Evolves past what your program can provide? Loyalty VS Growth, and for the segment "Hell Nah" parents including coach Chris nephew(Anthony) he acted a fool at this weekends tournament. We have guest Myron Amey a un-ranked player out of Vacaville High school with a deep hunger and drive for success, lets hear his journey.
Guest: Myron Amey(Scotland Campus College Prep)
 Myron started with Team Cali Stars and Team Rampage ,in the bay area, since 3rd grade through High school. He attended Vacaville High school, Vacaville CA, his senior year Myron lead his team in scoring and gave them a playoff birth his senior year. His Stat line 27PPG, 4asst, 5rebs, 2stls per game {unranked} 
Signed with Scotland Campus Prep in Pennsylvania 
 Topics of covid-19, parental actions, NBA predictions and more will make this a great show to check out so stay tuned!!!
Coach C. Collins and Coach MJ are going to see if Myron is really Bout that Life

"Bout that Life" AAU Basketball and Life talk Episode 3

This episode we speak about Women's basketball culture, Tom-Foolery from parents and players, the Dark history of AAU origins and have another guest Jada Lewis a.k.a the walking bucket. 
Guest: Jada Lewis(Portland State University)
 Jada started With YBA(youth basketball academy) panthers 4th grade and Played much AAU through middle school and High school. She attended Whitney High school, Rocklin CA, where she broke records and left a legacy in the female Basketball community. Some of her accolades include 1500+pts, Most Pts in a season by a player,  Most 3pters made in a season and career, Most assts and steals in a season.
Signed with Portland State senior year
 This episode we want to really get in to the culture of women's hoop and hear from the perspective of a D-1 player the ups and downs of this Basketball life.
Coach C. Collins and Coach MJ are going to see if Jada is really Bout that Life