PREP Athletics is a company that helps basketball players find the right fitting prep schools to help them meet their goals. This podcast features PREP Athletics founder Cory Heitz's valuable expertise and vast connections to share insights and stories about the past, present, and future of prep school basketball. It also features in depth interviews with prep school basketball coaches from all competitive levels. Cory is a prep school alum, former D1 player, and Air Force veteran. Learn mor ...
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The Hoop Heads Podcast is co-hosted by Head Start Basketball Founder Mike Klinzing and Coach Jason Sunkle. The Hoop Heads Podcast covers a wide range of basketball topics relevant to coaches, players, and parents. Listen in for interviews with personalities from across the basketball landscape. Our line-up of podcast guests includes some of the top minds in the game across all levels, from grassroots to the NBA. They’ll share insights to help you grow as a coach, improve as a player, or enha ...
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It’s all for the bants... seriously. Everything is for the bants (at least to us). No matter what happens the two of us live by this motto. This lifestyle may not be for everyone but has led us to incredibly funny, interesting and absurd people. Listen to hear a diverse range of guests speak about the words they live by. You might not find anything educational but you will find all the answers to any out of pocket questions you are dying to ask.
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Luke Rosinski - Hargrave Military Academy (VA) Prep National Assistant Basketball Coach & Post Grad Director of Recruiting - Episode 1089
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1:27:56Luke Rosinski is the Prep National Assistant Basketball Coach; Post Grad Director of Recruiting, and Assistant College Counselor at Hargrave Military Academy in Chatham, Virginia. He previously served as a Graduate Assistant Coach at the Division 1 level with the Men’s Basketball Team at the University of North Carolina Greensboro. Rosinski played …
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Tysor Anderson - Wofford College Men's Basketball Assistant Coach - Episode 1093
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1:15:23Tysor Anderson is a men’s basketball assistant coach at Wofford College having joined the staff in June of 2022. Anderson spent the previous three seasons at Jacksonville State University. Prior to Jacksonville State, Tysor was a head coach at the high school level. He served as head coach at Atlanta’s South Gwinnett High School from 2016 to 2018 b…
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Ty Lawson - Wilde Lake (MD) High School Boys' Basketball Head Coach - Episode 1092
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1:23:33Ty Lawson is the Boys’ Basketball Varsity Head Coach at Wilde Lake High School in Columbia, Maryland. Lawson was born and raised in Baltimore. He played 2 seasons of college basketball at Bowie State University before beginning his career as a coach. He loves the game of basketball and has a passion for giving back and teaching the game to the next…
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Pacers Knock Out Giannis, Pistons Win In NY, Celtics Advance, Playoff Murray, Plus Cavs, Ant, Rockets/Warriors, & More - Episode 1091
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1:08:11On this episode Mike & Jason analyze the Bucks' come from ahead loss to the Pacers and the future of Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Cavs' strong performance against Miami, and the competitive series between the Celtics and Orlando. The discussion also touches on the Pistons' resilience against the Knicks and the heavy minutes load being carried by the …
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Cary Herer of CATS Academy: Exposure & College Pathways
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53:22This week, host Cory Heitz sits down with Cary Herer, Head Coach at CATS Academy Boston and a driving force behind one of NEPSAC AA’s fastest-rising prep basketball programs. Cary brings a unique blend of experience, from playing under John Calipari at UMass to building powerhouse grassroots teams and now leading CATS Academy into the elite NEBL le…
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Dick O'Neill - New York Basketball Hall of Famer & Former Monticello (NY) High School Boys' Basketball Head Coach - Episode 1090
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1:34:35Dick O’Neill is a member of the New York Basketball Hall of Fame. Dick amassed more than 340 wins in his 20 plus years as a high school boys’ basketball head coach at Monticello (NY) High School and Burke Catholic (NY) High School. Dick has served as President of the Orange County Coaches Association and of the Basketball Coaches Association of New…
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Early First Round Takeaways From the 2025 NBA Playoffs - Episode 1088
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1:05:56On this episode Mike & Jason dive into the NBA playoffs, analyzing key matchups and performances. They discuss the Detroit Pistons' surprising competitiveness against the New York Knicks, the Clippers' resurgence led by Kawhi Leonard against the Denver Nuggets, and the Oklahoma City Thunder's dominance over the struggling Memphis Grizzlies. Next, t…
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“The Triple Double” #18 with Rob Brost, Bolingbrook (IL) High School Boys’ Basketball Head Coach - Episode 1087
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55:43The 18th episode of “The Triple Double” with Rob Brost, Bolingbrook (IL) High School Boys’ Basketball Head Coach. Rob, Mike, & Jason hit on three basketball topics in each episode of “The Triple Double”. The Nike Hoop Summit Experience Coaching Takeaways from the Nike Hoop Summit Players that impressed Rob at the Nike Hoop Summit Visit our Sponsors…
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Round Table 76 - What role do analytics and statistics play in shaping your strategic decisions? - Episode 1086
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30:30welcome to the 76th edition of the Coach’s Corner Round Table on the Hoop Heads Podcast. Each episode of the Coach’s Corner Round Table will feature our All-Star lineup of guests answering a single basketball question. A new Coach’s Corner Round Table will drop around the 15th of each month. April’s Round Table question is: What role do analytics a…
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2025 NBA Playoff Preview - Episode 1085
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1:18:00On this episode Mike & Jason quickly discuss Bud's firing in Phoenix and the hiring of Joe Dumars in New Orleans before jumping into their thoughts on the play-in games in both conferences. Next, they analyze the series that are locked in including the Bucks, Pacers, Nuggets vs. Clippers, Pistons vs. Knicks, Timberwolves vs. Lakers, and Celtics vs.…
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Shavar Bernier of Taft School: Finding Your College Fit
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53:57In this compelling episode of the PREP Athletics Podcast, Cory sits down with Shavar Bernier, head basketball coach at the prestigious Taft School. Bernier shares his unique journey from being a first-team all-state player in New Hampshire to taking a gap year, attending Bridgton Academy, and eventually finding his way to Connecticut College before…
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Dyami Starks - Trainer & Player Development Coach for All Iowa Attack - Episode 1084
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1:20:47Dyami Starks is one of the Midwest’s premier basketball trainers. His approach to training combines professional-level insights with data-driven development strategies. Starks also serves as the player development coach for All Iowa Attack, the director of Starks Elite AAU program, and as an assistant women’s basketball coach at The College of St. …
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Jalen Archer - University of Southern Mississippi Men's Basketball Coordinator of Video & Camp Operations - Episode 1083
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1:23:38Jalen Archer just completed his first year as the Coordinator of Video and Camp Operations for the Southern Miss men's basketball program. Archer spent the previous six seasons at Lancaster Bible College as an assistant coach. While at LBC, Archer helped the school to a NEAC Regular Season Championship (2017-18), NEAC Conference Tournament Champion…
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Ranking the NBA's 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Bananas...Plus the Nuggets Clean House - Episode 1082
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1:18:10On this episode Mike & Jason rank the top 3 players from each playoff team. Off the top, they discuss the implications of Michael Malone's firing and the future of Nikola Jokic. The hosts rank players 1-20 in three tiers, 1st option, 2nd option, and third option while comparing different teams and their chances in the playoffs, ultimately leading t…
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Kyle Tolin - University of Texas Permian Basin Men's Basketball Head Coach - Episode 1081
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1:21:22Kyle Tolin is the Head Men’s Basketball Coach at The University of Texas Permian Basin. In his first four seasons at UTPB the Falcons have a 62-54 overall record and made the Lone Star Conference Tournament in 2022. Prior to UTPB, Tolin spent the last seven seasons at the University of Arkansas - Monticello, where he reached the NCAA Tournament twi…
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Cat Lutz - IMG Academy Head of Mental Performance - Episode 1080
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46:00Cat Lutz is the Head of Mental Performance at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida where she is responsible for overseeing the psychological and cognitive training of athletes to enhance their mental resilience, focus, and overall performance. On this episode Mike & Cat explore the critical role mental performance plays in athletic success. Lutz empha…
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Grizz Dump Jenkins, Ja vs Zion, Plus the Pistons/Wolves Brawl - Episode 1079
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49:11On this episode Mike and Jason discuss the recent firing of Memphis Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins, exploring the implications of this decision and the disconnect between Jenkins and the front office. They also compare the careers of Ja Morant and Zion Williamson, reflecting on their injuries and performance since entering the league. Finally,…
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Cooper Neimand - Performance Coach for College Basketball Coaches - Episode 1078
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1:35:31Cooper Neimand is a Performance Coach for College Basketball Coaches. Neimand helps college coaches gain control, prioritize themselves, and build championship habits and cultures. Cooper was previously a Men’s Basketball Assistant Coach at D2 Lincoln Memorial University in Tennessee where he began his tenure in 2019. Prior to that he was an assist…
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Tramel Barnes - South Dakota State University Men's Basketball Assistant Coach - Episode 1077
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1:17:56Tramel Barnes is a men’s basketball assistant coach at South Dakota State University under Head Coach Eric Henderson. This is Barnes’ second stint as an assistant with the Jackrabbits having also served under Henderson from 2019-21. Barnes spent three seasons from 2021-2024 at the University Utah on the coaching staff led by Craig Smith. He’s serve…
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What D1 Programs Really Want: Coach Craig Carter of South Kent School on Basketball IQ & Decision Making
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52:47In this week’s episode of the PREP Athletics Podcast, I sit down with Craig Carter, the new head coach at South Kent School who took over for Raphael Chalias last August. Coach Carter shares his journey from the playgrounds of Brooklyn to playing at Rutgers and coaching at the D1 level for both men’s and women’s programs. He offers valuable insight…
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Dame Out, Cavs Struggles, & A Playoff Opponent Draft - Episode 1076
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1:11:07On this episode Mike & Jason discuss the latest updates in the NBA, focusing on the implications of Dame Lillard's injury on the Milwaukee Bucks' playoff chances. They delve into the long-term future of Giannis Antetokounmpo in Milwaukee, potential trade scenarios, and the rumored move of Kevin Durant to Boston. The conversation also covers the Cle…
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Bob Williams - Fork Union Military Academy (VA) Post Grad Boys' Basketball Head Coach - Episode 1075
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1:20:10Bob Williams is the head coach of Fork Union Military Academy's postgraduate boys’ basketball program. Under Williams' leadership, Fork Union has achieved an impressive 102-44 record over four seasons. Williams brought 24 years of collegiate head coaching experience to Fork Union, including a successful tenure at West Virginia University Tech from …
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Round Table 75 - What is the most important thing you try to accomplish during a post season meeting with an individual player? - Episode 1074
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20:14Welcome to the 75th edition of the Coach’s Corner Round Table on the Hoop Heads Podcast. Each episode of the Coach’s Corner Round Table will feature our All-Star lineup of guests answering a single basketball question. A new Coach’s Corner Round Table will drop around the 15th of each month. March’s Round Table question is: What is the most importa…
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Debating the All-NBA Teams & More - Episode 1073
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1:06:18On this episode Mike & Jason first hit on some key tanking injuries around the league before they discuss their selections for the All-NBA team. They debate the merits of various players for the second and third teams and hit on who might be left out. The conversation transitions into a broader discussion about the playoff picture in both the Easte…
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Matt & Zac Snyder - Hosts of D3 Datacast - Episode 1072
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1:26:25Matt & Zac Snyder are the hosts of D3 Datacast, a YouTube Show, Audio Podcast, and Website. The Snyder brothers are graduates of Calvin University and avid followers of Division III basketball. Matt & Zac take a lighthearted approach to D3 basketball and utilize their unique data in discussions on efficiency ratings, regional rankings, NCAA Tournam…
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Brad Cooper - Hartwick College Men's Basketball Head Coach - Episode 1071
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1:27:18Brad Cooper just completed his first season as the Men’s Basketball Head Coach at Hartwick College in Oneonta, New York. He spent the previous season as an assistant at Hamilton College. Prior to joining the staff at Hamilton, Cooper was the head coach at Keystone College in La Plume, Pa., from 2013 to 2023 and an assistant coach at Keystone for th…
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NBA Standings Shakeups & the MVP Debate - Episode 1070
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1:10:24On this episode Mike & Jason discuss the current seedings in both the Eastern & Western Conferences and dial in on potential playoff matchups, particularly the Cleveland Cavaliers' route to the NBA Finals. They analyze the Cavaliers' depth, resilience, and playoff experience compared to the Boston Celtics and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Mike & Jason…
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