Best GAMETIME Podcasts (2025)

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Walk-On to NFL w/ Jake Thieneman (Purdue → Giants/Colts/49ers): Perseverance, Injuries & All-In Performance 59:17

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Former Purdue walk-on Jake Thieneman went from last man on the roster to scholarship starter—despite nine surgeries—and earned opportunities with the Giants, Colts, and 49ers (Super Bowl run). In this candid conversation, Jake breaks down the mindset, systems, and discipline that carried him through injuries, depth charts, and cuts. Then he unpacks…

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ATA Episode 184: New Pro Partnerships, 25/26 Schedule Reveal, and ATA Gametime 50:10

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This week on Around the ACL, Trey, Jake, and Meesh dive into the latest pro shakeups with new partnerships announced—including Devon Harbaugh teaming up with AJ Sims, Matt Wilson with Sarah Cassidy, and more. Then, we break down the full 25/26 ACL schedule and go inside the updated season format, with memberships now live. We also bring the heat wi…

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Biohacking for Busy Athletes w/ PJ Glassey (XGym): Hydration, Nutrition & 21-Minute TUT Workouts 44:20

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Exercise scientist and biohacking pioneer PJ Glassey (founder, X-Gym; author, Cracking Your Calorie Code) joins the Gametime Guru to deliver a playbook for busy athletes: morning hydration that actually absorbs, nutrition on the road for tournaments and travel, and a 21-minute, twice-weekly time-under-tension program that builds precision, coordina…

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Ty Johnson | The State of U.S. Soccer, D1 Journey & Life Lessons Beyond the Game 48:05

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Former Boston University Division I soccer player Ty Johnson joins me to talk about: The challenges and opportunities in U.S. soccer vs. global systems Club vs. high school soccer and what recruiters really look for The cultural shift from Miami to San Francisco during his youth career Transitioning from athlete to media host (Live with Tai) and en…

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Coach Brandon Buck | The Edge Leadership Summit at Boise State 30:34

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Coach Brandon Buck returns to discuss The Edge Leadership Summit, happening September 16–17, 2025 at Boise State University’s Stueckle Sky Center. We dive into: Why leadership events are transformational The meaning of “The Edge” in sports, business, and life The powerful speaker lineup featuring Coach Chris Petersen and others Why investing in you…

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Caeden “Prettiest” Scott on BKFC, Boxing, and His Rise in Bare Knuckle Fighting 26:05

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At just 20 years old, Caeden “Prettiest” Scott is already building his name in the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC). In this episode of The Gametime Guru Podcast, I get to dive into Caeden’s journey—from his early days in boxing gyms to his undefeated run in bare knuckle competition. Listeners will hear about: The unique challenges of bare…

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Ep. 183: Throwdown Recap, Celebrity Cornhole, and Season Outlook 50:10

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On Episode 183 of Around the ACL, Meesh and Trey dive into a packed week of action. We kick things off with a Throwdown recap, highlighting standout performances from Gavin Cano & Sammy Soto in Doubles, Cheyenne Bubenheim & Gina Ramirez in Women’s Doubles, and the powerhouse Crew Cup win from Graham, Davis, Smith, and Richards. Then, we break down …

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Coach Beast on Youth Football: Building Leaders, Culture & Character 54:30

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In this episode, I sit down with Coach Tim “Coach Beast” Whitehead—an ESPN award-winning coach who has transformed youth football through his focus on character, culture, and community. Listeners will gain insights into: Coaching philosophies that build athletes AND leaders Why fundamentals like blocking & tackling are the ultimate advantage How NI…

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Around The ACL E182: Spencer McKenzie’s Throwdown Preview, Celebrity Cornhole, and Bold Predictions 48:56

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This week on Around the ACL, Meesh, Jake, and Anthony are breaking down everything leading into one of the sport’s biggest stages—Spencer McKenzie’s Throwdown. We kick things off with new Pro partnerships hitting the boards before diving into the full Throwdown preview, including the rosters, women’s doubles, and who to watch. Then, we size up the …

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Nick Peck: From Football Fields to Bestseller — “Only Way Out” 36:22

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From the grind of JUCO football to the shelves of Amazon’s bestseller list — Nick Peck’s journey is proof that resilience wins. In this episode of The Gametime Guru Podcast, former college football player and author of Only Way Out shares his incredible story of overcoming adversity, using sports as a lifeline, and turning his life lessons into a p…

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Around The ACL E181: Worlds Recap, Chamberlain’s Hot Streak, and What’s Next for Pro Partnerships 49:25

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From epic Worlds performances to fresh Pro Qualifier talent, this week’s Around the ACL is stacked. Meesh, Trey, and Anthony break down all the action—Mark Richards & Tony Smith taking Words Doubles, Jamie Graham claiming Singles, and Logan Chamberlain’s incredible run across multiple brackets. We highlight standout wins in Women’s, Seniors, and Mi…

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Shea McClellin: From Boise State Star to Super Bowl Champion with the Patriots 51:36

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In this episode of The Gametime Guru Podcast, we sit down with Shea McClellin — small-town Idaho athlete turned Boise State football star, first-round NFL Draft pick, and Super Bowl champion with the New England Patriots. Shea takes us inside his football journey: His path from Marsing High School to Boise State’s powerhouse teams The challenges an…

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How Olympic Sponsorships Really Work | Rem de Rohan, Chief Revenue Officer at Aggregate Sports 34:59

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Ever wondered how Olympic National Governing Bodies secure sponsorships—and why they truly need them? This week on The Gametime Guru Podcast, Shane Larson sits down with Rem de Rohan, Chief Revenue Officer at Aggregate Sports, to uncover the behind-the-scenes world of Olympic sponsorships. From connecting brands with participants, to telling authen…

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Blumaka CEO Stuart Jenkins on Fixing Your Feet, Preventing Injuries & Reinventing Insoles 46:01

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Your shoes might be killing your performance—and your joints. In this episode of The Gametime Guru, I get the opportunity to chat with Stuart Jenkins, CEO of Blumaka and veteran footwear innovator, to break down why most insoles fail and how they’re silently contributing to injuries like turf toe, knee pain, and more. From using recycled foam to bu…

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Around The ACL E180 49:52

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On this week's episode of Around the ACL Meesh Jake and Trey go over the brackets for the World Championships and discuss who they think has a chance to win. Then they discuss the ACL International Invitational as Europe will take on North America. Then they go over who they think has the best shot at coming out of the challenger brackets and if th…

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Power Slap Uncovered: Mirza Berhamovic Talks Rules, Training & Getting Hit Hard 30:46

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Power Slap: brutal gimmick or rising combat sport? In this episode, Power Slap light heavyweight Mirza Berhamovic joins Shane Larson on The Game Time Guru Podcast to break down the sport that’s got the internet buzzing—and critics divided. Mirza takes us through his journey from MMA training in Idaho to stepping on stage at the UFC Apex for his fir…

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Around the ACL E178 49:47

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On this week's episode of Around The ACL Meesh is joined by Anthony and Trey to help us prepare for the World Championships in Rock Hill, SC. They go over the top 100 players and top doubles teams and discuss who they think has a chance to win. Next they randomly pick the teams for the Pro Invitational and discuss the nominations for the Stevie Awa…

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Shaun Murphy: Mister Motivation Meets The Gametime Guru 44:46

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Need some motivation today to help you keep going?! Well search no further than here on The Gametime Guru where I speak with Mister Motivation himself, Shaun Murphy. Shaun is an accomplished speaker, author, musician and has a life full of adversity and lessons learned. He's now using his platform and knowledge along with his experience, to build o…

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Around the ACL E178 50:07

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On this week's episode of Around the ACL Meesh and Trey are joined by Wally for one last time as they recap the final Signature of the season. They go over the winners and show the up to date standings and discuss how that factors into the World championship brackets coming up. They go over some teams to watch out for at Worlds before giving their …

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The Truth About Women’s Basketball | Coach Carson Huelle on the WNBA, Caitlin Clark, and the Game’s Evolution 54:00

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What’s the real state of women’s basketball today? Coach Carson Huelle, former college player turned coach and creator of a fast-growing WNBA fan community, joins The Gametime Guru to break it all down. From the Caitlin Clark effect to the rise of the WNBA and the new Unrivaled league, this conversation covers what makes women’s basketball unique, …

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Around The ACL E 177 49:37

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On this week's episode of Around the ACL Meesh, Trey and Jake get ready for the final Signature of the season by going over the singles and doubles brackets and discuss who they think can win this round limited Signature. Trey then discusses some very important changes that are happening for the 2026 season. As usual they close out the show by givi…

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From Walk-On to Leader: Linell Bonner's Journey of Faith, Football & Fulfillment | The Gametime Guru 1:05:49

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In this inspiring episode of The Gametime Guru, former University of Houston wide receiver Linell Bonner shares his powerful journey from being overlooked in high school to becoming a standout D1 athlete, a published author, and a transformational mentor and speaker. Key Topics Covered: How Linell didn’t make varsity until his senior year — and why…

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Around the ACL E176 49:35

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On this week's episode of Around the ACL Jake Trey and Wally catch up and discuss Signature #5 in Utica NY. They discuss how the singles and doubles standings are getting interesting and debate whether or not there's a new female player that should be considered in the top three. Then they discuss the ACL team standings and play Buy or sell before …

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Shea Patterson on Playing in the SEC & Big Ten, USFL Journey, and the Truth About Brotherhood in Sports 25:08

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In this exclusive interview, former Michigan and Ole Miss quarterback Shea Patterson joins me to deliver raw insights on playing Division I football in both the SEC and Big Ten, adapting to multiple offensive systems, and his journey into the USFL with the Michigan Panthers. This is from my interview with Shae back in 2022 on the Nations Best Broth…

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Around The ACL E175 48:42

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On this week's episode of Around the ACL Jake, Trey and Meesh discuss Signature #5 as we wind down the ACL season. Players head out to New York to battle it out and prepare for the World Championships in a couple of months. The crew goes over singles and doubles brackets before discussing the teams matchups and closing out the show as usual by givi…

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Leigh Steinberg on Jerry Maguire, Mahomes, NIL & How Great Athletes Handle Adversity 21:16

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What do Jerry Maguire, Patrick Mahomes, Troy Aikman, and Warren Moon all have in common? Their stories intersect with Leigh Steinberg, one of the most iconic sports agents in history. In this episode of The Gametime Guru, Leigh opens up about: His influence on the movie Jerry Maguire How elite athletes like Mahomes and Young handle adversity NIL’s …

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Around The ACL E174 49:50

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On this week's episode of Around The ACL Meesh Anthony and Trey recap the last few months and recap Signature #4. They go over the new rankings for singles and doubles to discuss who is on their radar and who they never would have thought to be in the position that they're in now. Then they close out the show by giving their Holey Hot Takes. Please…

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The Real Truth About Club Basketball in 2025: Cost, Competition & Controversy | Youth Sports Breakdown 26:06

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What’s the current state of club basketball in 2025? In this solo episode of The Gametime Guru, I will dive into the real pros and cons of the modern youth sports scene, particularly club basketball. Key Questions Answered: Is club basketball worth the cost in 2025? How do club teams help (or hurt) college basketball opportunities? Why are parents …

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2: EP. 2: Scottie Scheffler Is Awesome, Rockies Are Terrible, World Series Rematch, & NFL Running Back Rankings. 1:37:26

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Sam, Chris, AJ and Kevin are back to discuss golf's dominator and compare him to what could be the worst team in MLB history. Where does Ashton Jeanty rank among NFL running backs before having taken a snap in the league? How surprised were the guys by Spicy P winning Conference Finals MVP? And a recap of Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani going head-to…

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Ryan Winterswyk on Earning His Spot, NFL Dreams & Life After Football 51:19

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Today, I interview Ryan Winterswyk, former walk-on turned star defensive end at Boise State, and former NFL player with the Atlanta Falcons. Ryan talks candidly about: Walking on at Boise State and earning his role Life lessons from Coach Petersen’s program Transitioning to the NFL Becoming a coach and redefining purpose This episode is about more …

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What the NFL Taught Carl Pickens About Pressure, Mindset & Accountability 31:33

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Thinking about playing football at the next level? In this episode of The Gametime Guru Podcast, we dive deep into the real-life journey of Carl Pickens, from high school standout to Freshman All-American at Tennessee, to NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year with the Cincinnati Bengals. This conversation is essential listening for: 🚨 Aspiring college a…

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1: EP. 1: AL Central Discussion, NL Pitcher Rankings, & Should the Saints Sell Off? 1:30:16

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Sam, Chris, AJ and Kevin break down the Twins win streak and how the AL Central ranks among divisions. Then, who are the top-10 pitchers in the NL right now? Should the Saints sell off everything? And an update on how we feel about the Aaron Rodgers situation, whenever it may come to an end. Timecodes: (8:05): The Guys look back at the Twins win st…

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Around The ACL E173 49:28

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On this week's episode of Around The ACL Meesh and Trey hold it down for Wally and Jake and discuss the results from ACL Signature #3 in Colorado. They discuss the winners and some players that they may have some concerns about as we reach the mid way point of the season. Next they play "Best of 3" and hand out fake awards before they give their Ho…

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How 5'9 Guards can Impact Winning: Lessons from Montigo Alford | The Gametime Guru Podcast 1:07:26

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Are you a shorter basketball player trying to stand out? This episode is for you. Former Boise State standout and pro guard Montigo Alford (aka Tigo) shares exactly how shorter guards can dominate, impact winning, and build long-term success—on and off the court. 📌 What You’ll Learn: How to succeed as a 5'9 guard in high school, college, and pro ba…

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Around The ACL E 172 49:39

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On this week's episode of Around the ACL, Wally, Trey, and Anthony do a quick discussion on the ACL Pro standings as we head into signature #3 in Colorado. They go over the top singles and doubles teams and talk about some others that they think could be some movers in the standings. They play Buy or Sell before giving their Hot takes to end the sh…

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Behind the Brand: How Nations Best Built a National Powerhouse Platform | Bob Smith Interview 55:05

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Today, I (Shane Larson) sit down with Bob Smith, founder and CEO of Nation’s Best Football—a platform that's become a cornerstone of athlete branding, NIL education, and nationwide football coverage from youth to pro. With 15+ years of spotlighting athletes and connecting them to life-changing opportunities, Bob shares his journey building the Nati…

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Around the ACL E171 49:08

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On this week's episode of Around The ACL, Meesh is joined by Jake and Trey to recap Signature #2 in Mesa Arizona. They go over the winner's for the events and give us an update on the ACL Teams standings. Next they play Buy or Sell and finish out the show with their Hole-y Hot Takes. Please leave us a review at https://ratethispodcast.com/acl…

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Pro Hooper to Elite Trainer: Anthony Tucker's Journey with Hoop Habits 54:53

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In this episode of The Gametime Guru, I interview Anthony Tucker, the founder of Hoop Habits and former professional basketball player who competed overseas and in the Big Ten. From winning a high school state championship to building a training facility focused on mindset, recovery, and development, Anthony shares powerful insights on how to navig…

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Around The ACL E170 49:55

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On this week's episode of Around The ACL Meesh is joined by Trey and Anthony to discuss the upcoming Signature #2 in Mesa Arizona. They discuss the new event, "Cornhole for a Cause" and go over the celebrities and who their partners will be. Anthony and Trey go over singles, doubles, and ACL Teams before closing out the show by giving their Hole-y …

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Colby Blaine | College of Idaho Men's Basketball Coach | National Championship and Coach of the Year 46:59

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The last time I spoke with Colby Blaine, was back in 2020, and we were able to hear about what he was building over at College of Idaho for their men's basketball program. Since that time SO MUCH has happened, which is exactly why I needed to circle back with the man to hear the updates. The Yotes basketball program won the national championship in…

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Around the ACL E169 50:03

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On this week's episode of Around The ACL Meesh Trey and Wall discuss what it's like to get ready for a big professional cornhole tournament. Meesh discusses mindset and mechanic techniques as well as a new fun game called guess the pro. Then Meesh turns it over to the fans and gives a chance for you all to stump Trey before going over fan predictio…

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Matt Skura | Life in the NFL, Mental Health, and Finding Your Edge Through Technique 1:04:02

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In this powerful and insightful interview on The Gametime Guru Podcast, I’m joined by former NFL offensive lineman Matt Skura, best known for his time with the Baltimore Ravens. We dive deep into Matt's football journey—from his college days at Duke University, to the brutal grind of the NFL trenches, and the personal battles he's faced off the fie…

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Around the ACL E168 48:50

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On this week's episode of Around The ACL, Meesh is joined by Wally and Jake to discuss the ranking after the first ACL Signature of the season. They go over the top ten singles and doubles rankings to decide if it's how they thought it would be or if there are any surprises. They then view the top 10 shots from the first ACL Signature and play high…

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Abu Kigab | Discipline and Consistency | Professional Basketball Player 42:31

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Abu Kigab is a former Boise State and Oregon basketball player. He's now playing professionally overseas and is making an impact with the game of basketball. In this 400th episode of The Gametime Guru, we are diving into what it truly takes to compete at a high level. Abu talks about the importance of taking care of your body. How nutrition and sle…

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Around the ACL E167 49:23

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On this week's episode of Around The ACL Meesh Trey and Wally discuss what it feels like to be back to the pro season style tournaments as they go over the weekend winners from Signature #1. They discuss the results for ACL teams and see which teams are off to a hot start and which teams are in trouble. To close out the show they play Buy or Sell a…

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David Hitz | Athlete Narrative | Amazing Tool to Help Athletes In Their Recruiting Journey 38:23

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Athlete Narrative is an app for athletes to help streamline the recruiting process for them. See, one of the biggest hiccups in the young athlete's journey, is the recruiting process as a whole. What do they need when they reach out to coaches? How many emails do they need to send? What if there was a tool that could help with all of this? The app …

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Around The ACL E166 49:49

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In today’s episode of Around the ACL, Meesh, Trey, and Jake go through the brackets for Signature #1. They take a break to visit the top 10 shots from Brighton, Michigan and finish up with their hot takes.By Trey Ryder

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Out of Office and Falling Out of Trees 17:12

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Hey everyone! We’re out of the office this week, but we didn’t want to leave you hanging—so here’s a quick mini-episode (or should we say rant) on why sometimes it’s totally fine to let your kids fall out of a tree once in a while. Kidding… kind of. 😅🌳 In the meantime, check out our merch at etsy.com/nostalgialandshop and support the show over at p…

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Shane Larson | Gametime Guru | Coaching & Team Basketball 21:58

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As a coach, I have the opportunity to see just how powerful team basketball can truly be when playing the game of basketball. Even at my age, I was able to witness the power of playing team ball in our City League Championship here in Idaho. Why does it seem hard for many kids to grasp this concept though? We'll talk about that in the show today. W…

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Around the ACL E165 49:58

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On this week's episode of Around the ACL Meesh Trey and Jake discuss the winners from Open #11. They play a game called best of 3 where they talk about who would win a best of three series. Then they go over the top 10 shots from Louisiana. They try to decide if a player will finish over or under a certain place for Signature #1 before giving their…