Hosted by Coach Kerry and Coach Wade, co-founders of GRIT Basketball Training Academy, The GRIT Hoops Podcast is your ultimate guide to youth basketball development. Designed for players, parents, and coaches, this podcast breaks down the skills, mindset, and training strategies needed to maximize player potential. We expose the myths holding athletes back, dive into the mental and physical aspects of elite performance, and provide actionable insights to help you excel on and off the court. ...
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The 3 Levels of Awareness: Mastering the Mental Game of Basketball - GHP010
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In Episode 10 of the GRIT Hoops Podcast, Coach Kerry dives into one of the most overlooked aspects of basketball development—mental awareness—and how mastering it can completely change your game. Inspired by a conversation with Coach Wade and an elite chess player’s story, this episode introduces a unique framework: the Three Levels of Awareness ev…
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What Hard Work Really Means: Elevating Your Game and Mindset - GHP009
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In this compelling episode of the Grit Hoops podcast, Coach Kerry dives deep into the essence of hard work, drawing from his extensive experience with youth athletes. Joined by producer Chris Nesi, they explore the transformative impact of dedication and passion on players’ journeys. Featuring stories about standout athletes like Diamond Miller, Ja…
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Watch the Best to Become the Best: Why Studying the NBA Matters - GHP008
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In Episode 8 of the GRIT Hoops Podcast, we challenge a long-standing myth in youth basketball development: the idea that young players shouldn't study the NBA. Coach Kerry breaks down why watching professional basketball—especially the NBA—is not only beneficial, but essential for maximizing a player’s potential. From learning high-level habits and…
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How to Self-Assess Your Game and Take It to the Next Level - GHP007
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In Episode 7 of the Grit Hoops Podcast, Coach Kerry from Grit Basketball breaks down how players, parents, and coaches can effectively self-assess performance using the Grit Grid. Forget the scoreboard and the stat sheet—learn how to evaluate your assertiveness, aggressiveness, and impact on the game, with or without the ball. Discover the value of…
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Is the Transfer Portal or NIL Ruining Basketball? - GHP006
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In this episode, Coach Kerry tackles a hot-button issue in the basketball world: is the Transfer Portal and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) era hurting the game—or helping it evolve? Coach Kerry breaks it all down with a nuanced take on how these changes are reshaping high school, college, and youth basketball. Key Topics Covered: Why NIL and the T…
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Mechanics Over Myths: Building Elite Shooters - GHP005
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In this game-changing episode of the GRIT Hoops Podcast, Coach Kerry talks about what it really takes to become a great shooter. Forget what you thought you knew — he's breaking down common shooting myths, examining the mechanics used by the world’s top shooters, and laying out the GRIT method for developing confident, consistent scorers. Coach Ker…
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Attack First: The Mindset That Changes Basketball - GHP004
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In this episode of the Grit Hoops Podcast, Coach Kerry breaks down why attacking is always the answer—both on and off the court. From celebrating standout players like Belle Pellecchia and Michaela Blakes to dissecting the "Attack First" mindset, we explore how this approach can elevate teams, simplify decisions, and supercharge player development.…
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Why Positions Limit Players’ Future Success - GHP003
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In this episode of the Grit Hoops Podcast, Coach Wade and Coach Kerry explain why traditional basketball positions can hinder a player’s long-term success. They discuss how limiting players to specific roles prevents skill development, adaptability, basketball IQ, and overall growth. Learn why positionless basketball is the key to unlocking a playe…
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Why Youth Basketball is Broken & How to Fix It - GHP002
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Episode Summary In this episode of the GRIT Hoops Podcast, we take a hard look at the state of youth basketball development in America. Is AAU the problem? Are we too focused on games and results instead of real skill-building? We break down why the system is failing young athletes and, more importantly, how players, parents, and coaches can take c…
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March Madness is here, and we’re celebrating the incredible GRIT Basketball players competing at the NCAA Division I, II, and III levels in the 2025 tournament! In this special bonus episode, we give a well-deserved shoutout to the athletes who have put in the work and earned their spot on the biggest stage in college basketball. Plus, we highlight…
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Playing the Game the “RIGHT” Way - GHP001
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In the debut episode of the GRIT Hoops Podcast, Coach Kerry discusses what it truly means to play the game the “right” way. Is your coaching approach helping or hindering your players' growth? Are you prioritizing development over rigid systems and results? Let's challenge the myths of “equal opportunity” in basketball and break down why the best t…
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Welcome to The GRIT Hoops Podcast! In this trailer episode, Coach Kerry, co-founder of GRIT Basketball Training Academy, introduces The GRIT Hoops Podcast—the go-to show for players, coaches, and parents who are serious about skill development, mindset, and unlocking true potential. We’re cutting through the myths, breaking down elite training stra…
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