iball Podcast: Recent Episodes
Derik Williams, DWill The Coach, Brian Williams, Coach D, Coach B, Coach Chill Will
iball Podcast is the #1 podcast for all things High School and College Basketball in the state of Alabama. Host Derik "DWill The Coach" Williams and Brian "Coach Chill Will" Williams give you the real on recruiting, scouting, evaluation, training, and of course AAU and school basketball. Tune in because you can't miss this game!
So the guys attack the (well attack might be the wrong word, but) the influx of legacy kids and how much influence a parent should or should not have. Honestly, they go in you might want to listen in, lol! Visit the iBall Radio YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@iBallradio
Are we really familiar with the rules and processes? I'll answer that, NOPE! Tap in as we dive into the Alabama High School Athletic Association Handbook and get some clarification and one rule at a time!Visit the iBall Radio YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@iBallradio
So the NCAA has removed marijuana from its banned list for all college sports opening the door for guys to light up, or is it? Tap in to see what the crew says about the new rule.Visit the iBall Radio YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@iBallradio
As June winds down we gear up for the AHSAA Scholastic Live Period and the games are the last thing on anybody's mind. What's important is who will show up and play and what it means if they do or don't. Let the fellas take you down the rabbit hole lol!Visit the iBall Radio YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@iBallradio
Let's just say the DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will are Back on their Bullsh*t! This episode is hot I promise you don't want to miss it!Visit the iBall Radio YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@iBallradio
iBall Podcast S8 E8 E142 Rundown
Intro: Thanks for tuning in. Greeting (not long)!
Dialogue and set up show 7:20 -7:25
Commercial: 7:25-7:26 (Guard Your Man)
Live Read: 7:26-7:27
“It’s June” 7:27 – 7:57 Sponsored By: (Play Music x2)(every 10 minutes)
- Players:
- Figuring out role on team
- Should have more emphasis on play more that AAU
- Make sure (within rules) contact coaches to make sure they pull up
- Coaches:
- Seeing what he has to work with
- Inviting in coaches and evaluators to watch practice
- Choosing play dates and camps to attend to bring exposure for players and challenge team
Commercial: 7:57-7:58 (RealTalkTees)
End show: Thank Sponsors, Social Media, and Outros – 7:58- 8:00
iBall Podcast Outro Drop: 8:00-8:00
Sponsors:
- RealTalkTees
- Guard Your Man
Taglines:
- RealTalkTees “Where Real Last Forever”
- Guard Your Man “Where Passion Meets Purpose”
Visit the iBall Radio YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@iBallradio
Yall better stop wetting your line in the wrong pond! That's all I've got to say about that!Visit the iBall Radio YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@iBallradio
iBall Podcast S8 E6 E140 Rundown
Intro: Thanks for tuning in. Greeting (not long)!
Dialogue and set up show 7:20 -7:25
Commercial: 7:25-7:26 (Guard Your Man)
Live Read: 7:26-7:27
“Why You Working on that?” 7:27 – 7:57 Sponsored By: (Play Music x2)(every 10 minutes)
- Guys working on skills they never use
- Cone Drills, Dribble moves, etc.
- Hours on hours on useless skills
- Trainers
- Trainers training every player the same
- Maybe calling for another school because no info is being shared
Commercial: 7:57-7:58 (RealTalkTees)
End show: Thank Sponsors, Social Media, and Outros – 7:58- 8:00
iBall Podcast Outro Drop: 8:00-8:00
Sponsors:
- RealTalkTees
- Guard Your Man
Taglines:
- RealTalkTees “Where Real Last Forever”
- Guard Your Man “Where Passion Meets Purpose”
Visit the iBall Radio YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@iBallradio
With immense gratitude, we would like to give a huge thank you to the Rotary Club of Montgomery for their more than generous donation to our nonprofit organization Guard Your Man. But with that being said the crew does talk ball and stresses how your attitude is your character and that's the reason so many players go un or under-recruited. Tap in, you know how we get down.Visit the iBall Radio YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@iBallradio
iBall Podcast S8 E4 Rundown
Intro: Thanks for tuning in. Greeting (not long)!
Dialogue and set up show 1:50 -2:00
Commercial: 2:00-2:01 (Guard Your Man)
Live Read: 2:02-2:03
“Guys Overstating Reach” 2:05 – 2:50 Sponsored By: (Play Music x2)(every 10 minutes)
- I can get you offers
- “Handlers” lying saying they can get you offers
- Charging Money for offers
- College coaches not really recruiting
- Making calls to gauge situation
- Maybe calling for another school because no info is being shared
Commercial: 12:50-12:51
End show: Thank Sponsors, Social Media, and Outros – 2:51- 3:00
iBall Podcast Outro Drop: 3:00-3:00
Sponsors:
- RealTalkTees
- Guard Your Man
Taglines:
- RealTalkTees “Where Real Last Forever”
- Guard Your Man “Where Passion Meets Purpose”
So I'm going to tell y'all off rip, this one might sting a little. No, we aren't talking about specific individuals we're talking about all y'all asses lol! So learn yourself something today on how to prevent your child from being Charmin Tissue soft!
The crew is back and they're talking "Bounce Back Kids". Tap in to see just exactly what they mean when they talk about bounce back kids. This is a very interesting conversation and will leave you scratching your head and also the smartest person at the water cooler at work lol!
The fellas are back and they let it all hang out on this episode. They chop up some interesting topics and drop their normal gems. Welcome back to the #1 Podcast for all things High School and College basketball in the state of Alabama. #LLHARO
What's up! Sorry for the delay but DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will are back with a special bonus episode breaking down the 2024 NCAA Tournament only as they know how. You don't wanna miss this episode! Tap In!
We're Back!!!! After a few weeks off due to family obligations, DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will are back to drop the science on the early part of the high school and college basketball season. #TapIn because you know they got all the info!The iBall Podcast or iBall,LLC do not own the rights to any images or music used during this episode
We had this in the stash so we decided to drop this on y'all today! Enjoy!We do not own the rights to the music or images used in this episode that are not that of iBall, LLC and Guard Your Man
Welp, the guys took a break from talking about the ills of the game i.e. the "Trainers" for a while, but boy their back and they held no punches. DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will also dive into this upcoming basketball season and let it be known if you out here snitching you will be called out for sure.
Y'all sleep if you're not listening, but I digress! DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will talk that talk and....man just listen!
Sometimes y'all just be doing too much! DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will put out another great episode to continue to give people the game! #FreeGame that is!
New Season same great show! DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will kick off this new season BIG dropping the 2024 iBallTDB Lottery Rankings and their nonprofit organization Guard Your Man (G.Y.M) being awarded a grant from the Montgomery Rotary Club. #GodIsGood
Coach's Corner: The fellas sit down with @belmont_mbb assistant coach @kjbbruin03#iBallRadio#iBallPodcast#CoachsCornerFull visual available now on the iBallRadio YouTube page #Like #Subscribe #Comment #Share #HitTheNotificationBell
College Football is back, and what a week 1 it was! DWill The Coach breakdown week 1 and preview week 2 including dropping his "Top 10 according to me." Tapin because you don't wanna miss what he says and more importantly how he says it lol!
Why The Lean, tho? You're going to have to tap in to see what the fellas mean when they "The Lean". Man, this podcast is good!
Okay, if you don't have thick skin as a parent or as a player, well this episode is about you. The fellas also tackle how being an athlete used to be an exclusive club, but now it seems as if the extraordinary want to be common. Strap in because they talking that talk in this episode.
Should a coach focus on winning or getting players to the next level? See what the fellas have to say on this one...you don't wanna miss it!
The fellas are back but with heavy hearts as they pay tribute to their nephew Caleb White as he tragically lost his life last week. Our thoughts, prayers, and love go out to the White family, The Pinson Valley basketball family, The Pinson Valley community, and the state of Alabama basketball community. Gone but never forgotten!
Oh we do tap in on these scammers out here peep game and don't fall victim.
Sorry to keep you waiting. DWill The Coach Chill Will talk about the iBallTDB Elite Skills Camp and ask if any opportunities were gained from elite camps. Tune in and see what they have to say. Be sure to go subscribe to the YouTube page for the visual of the show.
Welcome to the hardest hitting 30 minutes in sports talk radio! Sorry, it only took 65 episodes before I put it on the station but, Enjoy!
It's Football Season!!!! That's right football is only 3 weeks away and DWill The Coach gets you geared up for the CFB and NFL seasons to come. Oh, and he talks some boxing recapping the beatdown Terrance "Bud" Crawford put on Errol Spence Jr. to become the undisputed Welterweight Champion of the world. Tap in visual dropping soon.
To Elite Camp or not to Elite Camp this is the question! The fellas are back dropping gems as usual but this time on how to navigate the camp season. Tap In!
Day 1 of the Grind2Greatness High School Basketball Combine sponsored by Ticket2Greatness and GrindNationis in the books and yes it was a complete success. DWill The Coach and Coach Chil Will sit down with Alabama State Assistant Coach and you know what just listen. Visual dropping tonight.
Aye, I'm just gone say if your skin is thin don't listen to this episode PERIOD! Matter of fact middle finger your feelings....LOL!
It's camp time and the fellas DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will sit down with Coach Ronald Miller of Ticket 2 Greatness and Coach Hosie Seal of GrindNation and chop it up about the highly anticipated High School Basketball Combine taking place July 15th and 16th at Sparkman High School in Harvest Alabama right outside of Huntsville. Tune in because they answer ALL your questions!
On this 3rd episode of Coach's Corner, we step it up in levels as DWill The Coach has a fascinating in-depth conversation with Kennesaw State Assistant Coach Willie Watson. They talk about recruiting, what coaches look for in recruiting, plus so much more. I told yall we are different!
In the 2nd episode of Coach's Corner on iBall Radio DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will chat with 6A State Championship winning head Coach of the Buckhorn Bucks Patrick Harding. They talk it all tap in to get the scoop.
In the 1st episode of "The Player's Circle" DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will sit down with newly committed Creighton Blue Jay and Mountain Brook star Ty Davis. They talk about his commitment, his sights for the future, and his senior season for the Spartans. We told yall we are about to go crazy....and the scary part is we're just getting started.
The difference between recruiting high school kids and juco guys is night and day. Tap into what DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will have to say about what they saw over the weekend and what the most significant difference they see in the recruiting game is.
Listen you don't want to miss this episode! The crew DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will breakdown what the saw from a weekend full of high school basketball in Hoover, Alabama. They get into games and most importantly players. Damn this weekend was LIT!
So we're kicking off a new show called "Coach's Corner" and it was only fitting for our 1st guest to be our 334 compadre doing it big in the 256. Coach Christian Schweers joins the DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will for a conversation for all conversations.
Let's keep it real these aren't bonuses, but as we get ready to bring yall episode 100 we will call it that. This episode will make you go hmmmm. (Arsenio Hall Show) Enjoy!
So we upgraded our equipment and man does it sound good, and honestly we invested for yall. So in this bonus the crew Dwill The Coach and Coach Chill Will let you know to believe none of what you see and none of what you've heard. So lock in as they rock out in the bonus.
The guys have another informative bonus episode this week, as they continue to prepare for episode 100 and the opening of the iBall Radio Studios. Hear what they guys will be looking for as the AAU season winds down and guys get ready to play some school ball in June. Lock in on this "True" bonus episode.
In this bonus episode of the iBall Podcast the fellas tap in to get real on issues facing our athletes today on all levels. This episode is a bonus because it veers away for the norm for this platform (and we need 1 more week before we drop episode 100 lol). They tackle the Ja Morant situation and you probably wont hear takes this real anywhere else. But let me say this "Nobody is safe" so lock in to see who gets it!
So are academics still a part of recruiting? See what the crew thinks about the role academics play when it comes to recruiting.DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will take a deep dive into the role school plays in todays college basketball recruiting. Check the context, PLEASE!
The Guys are back spittin straight FACTS! They deliver a message in this episode that needs to be heard but understand it will fall on deaf ears...aka "Selective Hearing". However, they put you on some names to know with some youngsters in the Guard Your Man (G.Y.M) AAU program. Don't miss the message!
Sometimes everything that glitters isn't gold! In this 1st episode of Season 6 of the iBall Podcast the guys are back dropping straight knowledge on the topic of PRIORITIES! #TapIn
In this final episode of Season 5..."If the shoe fits wear it and wear it well!" But don't get upset and crucify the messengers,because some of y'all are out of control. This episode is a message that we know will fall on deafears and have some hate aimed our way, but that's cool we're in the feather-ruffling business. Sostrap in as DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will take about "Daddy (Mommy) Ball".
We are a little off with the full episode today because we have a huge announcement as we gear up for Season 6 of the #1 Podcast for all things HS Basketball in the State of Alabama when I say huge announcement I mean COLLASAL!
A lot of hostility in this episode or should I say some calculated anger, but in the fellas case deservingly so. Now as for DWill The Coach though he just sounds outright mad lol! Tap in to see why the crew says there are no cats allowed in the dog house.
Man, it's so much game in just one episode...did I say that last week because I have Deja Vu. But anyway from AAU to recruiting to the transfer portal this game we play is often not played fair. Are you prepared for the game? Tune in and get this game that's all I got to say bout thaat!
Welcome to something new from the #1 Podcast for all things High School Basketball in the State of Alabama. "The Trailer"! Starting in Season 6 of the iBall Podcast we will drop weekly and sometime daily trailers getting you ready for and previewing topics forthcoming on the show. We will also be looking for feedback for topics you guys want to hear us talk about. so lock info "The Trailer."
The Portal is PACKED, and with that being said to all my High School Hoopers it's tough but possible but will take a lot! So lock in with DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will as they help you navigate this crazy landscape. You cant get this type of knowledge or game anywhere else soooooooo you know what to do!!
The Spring iBallTDB Elite Skills Camp is in the books and more so of what went on in-between the lines of the camp it was the message delivered to the players and parent in attendance. The crew DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will give you the game on how important relationships are when it comes to being recruited. So sit back grab a pencil and take notes as they hip those who may not know.
The crew is back in the building after an absolutely incredible week at the 2023 AHSAA Basketball State Finals at the Legacy Arena in downtown Birmingham. This is that episode yall have all been waiting for and I promise you don't want to miss it. So lock in with DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will as they break down the State Finals like no other. #Let'sssssssssss Gooooooooooo!
"Winning Matters" and at this time is reigns supreme! Congrats to all who made it the Final 4 but just know being here means more than you can ever imagine....Cherish it!
The crew is in the building drop jewels as usual as they talk about the 2023 AHSAA Regional Finals and some college basketball recruiting and what these coaches are thinking when it comes to high school prospects. So strap in as they take you through the world of basketball as they see it.
IT'S BLUE MAP SEASONNNNNNN!!!!!! Win or Go Home is cliché but right now its more real than ever! Tap in and take this ride w/ DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will as they get you ready for "Blue Map Season" as they only know how. "iBall Radio Nation, let's ride." LOL!!!!!
We a day late but never a dollar short as the crew drops needed gems like they do each and every week. Now Coach Chill Will had jury duty so its a good reason they were late, but believe me you dont wanna miss the story behind it all LOL! Oh and of course DWill The Coach is screaming about something, tune in to find out what has him up in arms this week. Lets Gooooooo!
The crew is back inside iBall Radio Studio recapping the uber successful iBallTDB Showcase that went down last week at Pinson Valley High School between #1 Pinson Valley and #12 Jeff Davis. They also touch on a topic of social media and its effects on mental health of student-athletes. So strap in as DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will take you for a ride.
It's game of the year week with the inaugural iBall with Terry Drake Showcase featuring two of the most exciting teams in the state of Alabama facing off in Pinson Valley vs. Jeff Davis High School. DWill The Coach flies solo in this episode as Coach Chill Will got bit by the COVID bug. But, in this episode DWill goes through some of the top games from last Friday night and also y'all already know he jumps on his soapbox for sure! So lock in with the #1 podcast in the stat of Alabama for all things High School basketball.
The Crew drops their 1st bonus episode of the year with an in-depth conversation about whether we are burning out young athletes before they even get going with the grueling schedules they sometimes endure. They also break down the 205vs. 256 Challenge vs. #1 Pinson Valley vs #14 Huntsville High. Lock in with the fellas as they give you the game as they always do.
Well, the crew randomly attacks this episode and I do mean randomly. Though we didn't mention it on the show the news of Alabama junior forward Darius Miles's situation broke right before we went on and our minds were somewhat consumed. So let us apologize if we seem a little spacey during this episode. Still, soak up the game.
The Crew is back and dropping gems as they always do! In this episode DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will break down the pros and cons of being a 2-sport athlete. They also talk a little 7A basketball and whether they have taken the crown of the #1 classification in the state. The episode is packed so strap in and Enjoy the ride!
Happy New Year!!!!!!! The crew is back and ready to tear down 2023! DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will are back and holding no punches as they look to push the envelope on how high school basketball is viewed, covered, and consumed right here in our state. So tap in and ride with the guys as they look to have the best year yet!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!!! And the crew is bringing you some end-of-the-year game that all need to hear and heed! In this episode, we chop up game on the 2024 iBallTDB Lottery Rankings and the upcoming Huntsville City Classic. So sit back and enjoy the #1 Podcast for all things High School Basketball in the state of Alabama.
After 2 weeks off due to family issues, the crew is back with the #1 Podcast for all things High School Basketball in the state of Alabama. And even though we've been off the mic we have definitely been in a gym near you doing our due diligence to bring the best most accurate content the state has to offer. And aye we've been off so I Guarantee you don't want to miss this episode!
Sorry for the 24-hour delay but sometimes you got to let it marinate! But the crew is back and man if you're of the sensitive type this episode might not be for you. Just don't shoot the messenger and listen to comprehend not to respond. That's all....ENJOY!
Man this episode is soooooo good (I know I say that every week, but have I lied yet?) we could've done another hour easily! But, we tried to keep it down to a reasonable time length but we get it in in this episode. Tap in and soak the game!
This episode is "LOL"! We break down many things including Greedy's 1st week out playing D1 College Basketball, Rj Johnson vs. Lebaron Philon, and Jamicah Adair going crazy in the 1st 3 games of the season. and this is only Part 1 of this conversation. #LockIn
With the Basketball Season cranking up, it seems like this season is the most anticipated since the pandemic. Looks as if we are back in full swing of things and the guys at the ball Podcast are ready to give you the real all-season long. DWill The Coach flies solo on this delayed episode as Coach Chill Will is in Louisiana checking out Greedy as he tips off his college career.
In honor of the start of the High School Basketball season in Alabama the fellas DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will go through the world of high school basketball and preview the season. Strap in because its about to be a long season.
The crew is back in the building bring the heat with some jewels for all to take in. So lock in with DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will as they bring you the #1 Podcast for all things High school Basketball in the State of Alabama.
Well with the start of the high school basketball season tipping off today I decided to go ahead and kick off season 5 of the iBall Podcast. So in honor of these weak lackluster schedules welcome to Season 5 of the iBall Podcast.
DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will bring you a bonus episode as they get geared up for Season 5. So lock in and get ready as the #1 Podcast in the State of Alabama for all things High School basketball is set to turn it up a notch. Enjoy!
The guys of the iball Podcast put a bow on Season 4 (the most successful in show history) and get you ready for Season 5. This episode is full of what we call gems and we have a conversation that makes you say Hmmmmm?! So lock in and make sure you share don't be selfish!
The fellas are back, and this week boy they let yall have it! We promise to get back to the details next week, but this week we had to let some people have it lol! Lock in as DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will give yall some much needed Free Game!
After a few weeks of hiatus due to vacation and sickness, the whole crew is back in the building and bringing that 1st class content as they always do! DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will bring the funk in this episode as they touch a lot of topics since they've been out and man they hold no punches! This episode is so fire and might rub some people the wrong way, but if it does I DO NOT CARE!!!
Since we have been locked in knocking out these rankings we are a little late on this week's episode so to hold yall over until we drop here is a bonus episode. This is an excellent interview with Hosie Seal of Grind Nation about the upcoming High School Recruitment Combine in Huntsville on October 8th and 9th.
Coach DWill flies solo this week as he breaks down the 2023 iBall with Terry Drake Lottery Rankings. Disclaimer: Audio Issues around the 14:40 till about the 21:44 mark. Sorry for this issue the past 2 episodes. We will get it corrected and continue bringing the high-quality content we are known for.
RANKINGS MATTER!! With that being said rankings are dropping Monday 08/22/22 for the iBall with Terry Drake Lottery Rankings. The game is to be sold not to be told, but we're here giving you the game. You're Welcome!
This episode holds no punches and we're being COMPLETLY TRANSPARENT! Lock in!
DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will are back in the building putting you guys on some more "Dudes" that were in attendance at inaugural iBall with Terry Drake Elite Skills Camp back on August 6th. So strap in as they drop names and jewels in this latest episode. ENJOY!
Disclaimer: Sorry for the audio and static in the background.
Well, its a wrap on the inaugural iBall with Terry Drake Elite Skills Camp and if I do so myself it was by far the best exposure event this state has to offer for high school players. We had over 60 prospects show up and show out and in this episode DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will give you part one of many when it comes to breaking down what they saw at camp only as they know how and that's REAL. So lock in as they bring you part 1 recap of the camp.
Man its camp week and as confirmations of players, staff, and media continue to roll in we are ready to present the #1 Skills Camp in the state of Alabama. We have been working tirelessly and non stop on making sure this event does exactly what it is designed to for each and every prospect that attends. But, in the mist of all that the crew is back to give you the real on why you should show up to camp and how that ties in to the way the landscape of high school basketball is changing. So lock in as DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will give you the real deal!
The whole crew is in the building looking to put a nice little bow on the 2022 AAU season. As we all know that AAU season is a grind and with all the fun that can and did happen its still extremely taxing on all that are involved. However, DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will give you keys on how to maneuver your way now that the live period tourneys have come to an end. Oh and also DWill The Coach rambles on about any and everything so forgive him lol!
The full crew is back in the building and there taking a deep dive in to camp season of August and September. They give you the game on how to navigate it and explain why showing up and showing out is so important when it comes to being recruited on the next level. So enjoy this hour of gold and diamonds.
"Sorry to keep you waiting" (Freddie Kruger voice) but it was DWill The Coache's 12th wedding anniversary and coach Coach Chill Will had some real estate business to attend to so time was a little off. However, the show does go on and DWill The Coach rolls solo and brings the heat on some info he got from this weekend's Live period. So lock-in and enjoy!
The whole crew is back in the building along with a few special people as DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will break down the game like no other. They run through several topics in this episode leaving no question about who or what they are talking about. So lock in as they do what they do!
With this being one of the most exciting June's EVER a lot of guys picked up Offers and Interest with coaches having more time to recruit and see guys in person in an atmosphere that they normally may not see. It was crazy beneficial however it was some glaring upgrades and changes that need to be made to continue to move our game forward. So strap in with DWill The Coach as he whips this episode dolo as Coach Chill Will was out.
OOOOOHHHHHHH I bet yall didn't see this one coming...that's right iball has joined forces with Terry Drake Basketball to bring you iBall with Terry Drake Basketball. We're about to change the game on how basketball is viewed, evaluated, and covered in the State of Alabama. This collaboration will provide everything from evaluation and exposure camps to high school basketball showcases and so much more. But as for this episode, we give yall exactly what yall love about iBall and the iBall Podcast. This episode is full of player breakdowns and evaluations as DWill The Coach chimes in on what Coach Chill Will saw at the AHSAA Scholastic Showcase this past weekend in Hoover. Lock in because it's up and it's stuck!
WE DON'T OWN THE RIGHTS TO ANY MUSIC PLAYED IN THIS EPISODE
Another week another episode of the #1 Podcast for all things high school basketball in the state of Alabama. The entire crew is back in the building and DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will breakdown what Coach Chill Will saw this past weekend at the Midfield Summer Hoop Fest. And we lose more top talent to out-of-state schools. #SMH
DWill The Coach flies solo for the 1st time in a long while as Coach Chill Will was in Louisiana dropping off Greedy at Northwestern State University. But as y'all know the show must go on and Coach DWill gives out "Free Game" in this episode as he drops some recruiting jewels that every player, parent, coach, etc...needs to hear!
From NIL's to AAU to Team Camps etc....the fellas of the iball Podcast touch it all in this episode. This holiday episode (which we forgot to mention smh) is full of info and gems as always so we suggest you lock in and tell a friend to tell a friend about the iball Podcast and everybody go listen if you want to know about all things High School Basketball in the State of Alabama.
The whole crew is back at it with so much info packed into this episode I cant even write a good enough episode summary. So with that being said just go listen!!!
Sorry for the delay as we had technical difficulties on yesterday...but what is meant to be can't and won't be denied. So the entire crew is in the building ready to give you an incredible episode. DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will breakdown some very important topics and I promise you don't want to miss this episode as it will definitely leave you thinking with more questions than answers. Lets talk about it!!
The whole crew is back and with a special guest pulling up....Greedy Williams fresh off his commitment to Northwestern State University. DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will holla at Greedy about his commitment and give some inside information about the process. They also talk about the unfortunate news coming out about Western Kentucky guard Zion Harmon. So lock in and get this work!! #iball #GYM
Man this episode went left a few times due to things just happening in real time, but you know these guys they made it look easy! Tap in as DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will recap the weekend for the Guard Your Man 13U and 15U at the Super Shootout in Hoover. And then they took a dive into the "DarkSide". Enjoy!
DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will are back this week after another Live Period ready to do what they do. And after a lot of work and planning the Guard Your Man Youth Basketball Program is back and full steam ahead. Lock in with the guys this week and as usual heed the jewels that are coming out of their mouths.
The whole crew is back in the building ready to bring you the real only as they know how as DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will breakdown a host of hot topics. This episode is smoking and I mean that literally!
The 1st Live period of the evaluation season is in the books and DWill The Coach flying solo catches you up on his thoughts only as he knows how, raw, real, and slightly filtered lol. Oh and yes we did do video and it will be up this week on our YouTube page (iball Radio). So strap up as we take you on this journey with us #RealTalk.
Season 4 has begun and unfortunately we will not be on YouTube this week as DWill The Coach is flying solo as coach Chill Will was out so we will hold off YouTube one more week. But don't worry DWill The Coach holds it down talking NCAA Tourney, the Transfer Portal, and of course some AAU talk the good and the UGLY! So lock in and soak up the game.
The guys of the iball Podcast get you geared up for Season 4 with this Season 4 Trailer of what to expect for season 4. Strap in because even though this is a bonus episode its super hot and full of GEMS! So lock in and don't forget go subscribe to the iball Radio YouTube page as Season 4 will also be able to be seen on the YouTube channel.
With this being the final episode of Season 3 DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will wrap up the season only as they know how dropping GEMS and helping our student-athletes right here in the state of Alabama.
With only 2 episodes left in Season 3 DWill the Coach and Coach Chill Will get y'all geared up for a packed and fun filled AAU season. Lock in and soak up the game dropped in this episode as they talk choosing the right Independent AAU Programs if you aren't championed by a shoe team. Also they talk the levels of Indy Programs and the difference between Indy and Mom and Pop programs. Lets get it!
2021-2022 High School basketball season is in the books and with the ups and downs the season ended with a bang! DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will run through it all in this episode only as they know how. Jump in and roll with the fellas of the iball Podcast.
DWill The Coach flies solo as Coach Chill Will was in Indiana checking out Greedy and We Are United Prep win a championship. But y'all know DWill holds it down and brings some real heat in this episode as he tackles the Oakwood situation and The replacements of refs in a Regional Final game. So strap in as this ride gets a little bumpy!
DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will are back in the iball Radio Studio with another dope episode of the iball Podcast bringing you all things High School Basketball in the State of Alabama. This week the guys talk about the Regionals happening throughout all 7 classifications as "Blue Map Season" continues as we are now 1 game from having the Final Four set. So lock in with the fellas as they bring you all the updates only as they know how.
DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will give y'all a bonus this week getting you ready the Regional Finals and also letting you some of the struggles they face even though they are the #1 Podcast in the State of Alabama for all things High School Basketball. But they don't sweat it and since this episode has been recorded they FINALLY got right through the AHSAA.
The guys are back with Another 1 (Dj Khaled voice) talking all thing HS basketball in the state of Alabama. This week DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will take a deep dive into some area matchups from the past week and also some games to look forward to as we get deeper into "Blue Map Season". So strap in and roll with the fellas as they give you the real as only they can do!
It's "Blue Map Season" time to turn the table to win or go home mode. With Area Tournaments starting up this week DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will dive into some Area matchups and of course drop jewels on the looming AAU Season. So as usual Lock in with the #1 Podcast in the State of Alabama for all things High School Basketball.
DWill The Coach is back flying the plane solo as Coach Chill Will is occupied closing deals for iball Properties. But he had some things to get clear.....we said we come in peace last week, but you know what just go listen to the episode.
Oh Boy! DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will are back in studio together and mannnn you can hear the layoff in their voice because they keep it REAL REAL in this episode. They hold no punches in talking about all things high school basketball in the State of Alabama and they want all to know "They Come in Peace" lol! Tap in because this episode is FIRE!
DWill The Coach again is flying dolo as Coach Chill Will is on the mend from that pesky virus named Covid-19. But, you know DWill The Coach is going to hold y'all down dropping some real jewels on recruiting. Now some Jucos might not like this episode but if they were being completely truthful with you guys they would say the same thing. So tap in and share the conversation.
DWill The Coach rolls dolo on this episode as he takes you into his world and some things he feels need to be addressed. So strap in and enjoy this ride.
The crew is back to drop some more jewels and this time their talking "Exposure and Recognition". With only a couple of episodes left in Season 3 they take some deep dives into some topics that as the school season winds down and we gear up for the travel ball season that student-athletes, parents, coaches, scouts, evaluators, and videographers should take heed to ASAP. So tap in with DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will as they give you the #RealTalk.
DWill The Coach goes in solo for this bonus episode to shout out everyone for the support of the 2022 iball Lottery Rankings. He also dives a little into S3 E11 dropping at its regular time of every Monday at Noon titled "Exposure and Recognition". But this bouns he gives shout outs but he also drops game on what rankings are and mean....matter of fact just go listen its worth it!!!
The full crew is back in the building for another Hot Episode of the iball Podcast. DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will tear down another episode to pieces as they keep it real as they always do. This time there talking competent refs and competition between players going head to head. Strap up and take a ride with the fellas of the iball Podcast.
Derik Williams aka "DWill The Coach" flies solo for this episode and takes you on a ride only how he knows how. It might be some feelings hurt in this episode as he holds no punches at calling out some things his eyes showed him. He also goes in on why the State of Alabama desperately needs a shot clock in high school basketball. So strap up and roll with one half of the iball Podcast crew.
DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will are back this week with a new episode and they are talking about their weekend in ATL at the OTE Arena for the OTE League weekend of games. So Take a ride as they recap the weekend and prelude to part 2 of this episode.
DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will talk 1st week standouts of the High School Basketball Season and also take a dive into the Gap between a Low, Mid, or High Major prospect.
The last one was so hot we had to run it back....That's right Part 2 of our "Death of High School Basketball" conversation is back in this episode and when I say we go deep i mean like Steph curry from the logo deep deep. So lock in your seat belts gather your thoughts because we are looking to hear from you on what we say.
DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will take a ride down a road not many are willing to travel, but they better and soon! They talk "Are we Witnessing the death of High School Basketball?" Tap in to see where this convo goes I PROMISE YOU DONT WANNA MISS THIS ONE!!!!!
DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will bring you the 2023 iball Lottery Rankings as only they know how. They breakdown each and every player and also give you the reasoning behind the selection. You don't want to miss this episode!!
DWill The Coach and Coach Chill Will hold no punches in this episode of the iball Podcast. This week their talking Interest vs. Offers and what's the difference is between the two. So make sure you tap in and soak up the information given #RealTalk!
The brothers of iball are back with another episode and this week they are talking trainers. Derik "DWill The Coach" Williams and Brian "Coach Chill Will" Williams dive deep into the training/skill development game and give parents, players, and trainers so much need info on how to navigate through. Let'sssssssssssssssssssssssssssss gooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The crew of the iball Podcast is back for season 3 ready to turn it up a notch and you an even better version of the #1 Podcast in the State of Alabama for all things High School Basketball.
DWill The Coach sits down with the heads of Icon Hoops Pierre and Rashard Mayes from the Icon Hoops High School Camp.
The iball Podcast gives insight into the Icon Hoops high school camp this past weekend in Alabaster, Alabama at Thompson High School.
The iball Podcast crew is back with another episode this time previewing the Inagural iball Scouting and Evaluation Grind Session going down Sunday, March 14th at Pinson Valley High School in Birmingham, Alabama.
They also talk about last week's Alabama High School Athletic Association State Basketball Finals.
Enjoy!!
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We made it through the turmoil of what was 2020, and through it all we continued to work and build and by the grace We're Backkkkk!!! On this 1st episode (bonus) of Season 2 of the iball Podcast we breakdown the widely talked about 2021 iball Lottery Rankings. If you're Looking for #RealTalk about high school basketball in the state of Alabama this season of the iball Podcast is for you! Thanks for Listening ENJOY!!
WE DONT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THE MUSIC PLAYED IN THIS EPISODE
2021 SG Cam Crawford joins the show to talk all things COVID, AAU, and expectations for Spain Park's upcoming school season. Also, our resident Coach Charlemange Gibbons enlightens us all in our "15 minutes with Coach Chala" segment.
Enjoy!
The iball podcast crew brings you another hot episode featuring two different aspects of this unprecedented AAU grassroots season.
Danny Servick Director of Pro One and Robert Shannon Director and 17U Head Coach for the Alabama Fusion join in to talk about what they have or have not been doing since the start of the pandemic to the recent open up of travel ball.
You don't want to miss this!
ENJOY!
The Crew checks in with the #1 player in the class of 2022 according to PrepHoops.com and the #32 Ranked player in the country according to ESPN Barry Dunning.
Barry lets us into how he has been spending his time during the pandemic, his thoughts on the shut down of the EYBL season, plus much much more!
ENJOY!
The crew chops it up with the #2 ranked payer in the state of Alabama according to PrepHoops.com Brody Peebles. And of course, our resident coach Newton High School Head Coach Charlemange Gibbons stops thru and drops jewels as usual.
You don't want to miss this episode!!
Host Derik Williams aka DWill The Coach and crew on this episode of the iball Podcast chop it up with former Moutain Brook High School star and now Xavier University signee Colby Jones on the end of his senior year, the summer of COVID, and how he has prepared to go off to college.
We also have a very in-depth conversation with Newton High School (GA) head basketball coach Charlamange Gibbons on GA fully opening up for AAU basketball plus much much more.
And you don't want to miss this segment of "Jamaica's Jem's" all I'm going to say is "Entanglements."
An exclusive interview with New Head Men's Basketball Coach at Alabama State university Mo Williams.
The crew is back in the house with a lot of built up information and frustration as the COVID-19 has had them on hold for the past 6 weeks. Checkout this episode as host DWill The Coach (Derik Williams) debates Chill Will (Coach Brian Williams) about the Last Dance documentary and Jamaica gives us the 411 in Jamaica's Jem's.
DWill The Coach talks all things hoops including 15 minutes with Chill Will and of course Jamaica's Jem's!
An in-depth conversation with Iowa State Head Men's Basketball Coach Steve Prohm about the state of College Basketball and the Coronavirus.
We talk about all things Coronavirus in sports. Shoutout to Newton High School (GA) Head Coach Charlemagne Gibbons and Sidney Lanier Head Coach Brian Williams (Chill Will) for coming thru and doing a segment each of 15 Minutes with Chill Will.
iball Podcast Show #2
Show Notes:
-HS Basketball Report:
- Interview With Robert E. Lee Head Coach Bryant Johnson
- How does it feel to be called a State Champion?
- When did you know this team could be special?
- Went 33-1 this season with only loss being in a game where you were up big.
- Been at Lee for 16 years since 2004 and been knocking on the door since 2015 but Goliath was sitting there waiting. How does it feel to have overcome Mountain Brook to win this ship?
- During your tenure at Lee Carver and Jeff Davis have racked up multiple State Championships did you feel as if you your opportunity would never come?
- Looking to next year with you Guys along with Mountain Brook moving down to class 6A….Do you know what area and region you guys will be in?
- With the change in classification no longer playing Carver, Lanier, and Park Crossing just for rivalry games…you now have to go through them to get back to the ship. Does that change your approach at all?
- And coach we would be remised if we didn’t mention that on yesterday marked 4 years since the tragic loss of a former player of yours Roderic Scott. How do you think his impact on your program as a whole helped push your guys to this victory?
-15 Minutes with Chill Will (Coach BrianWilliams):
- AAU Basketball
- JD Davison
- NBA 25 under 25??
Jamaica’s Jems:
- Megan Thee Stallion at odds with her label 1501
- The execution of Nathaniel Woods
- And much more!
Show Notes:
-HS Basketball Report:
- HS Basketball Playoffs
- Interview With Sidney Lanier HC Brian Williams
-HS, College, NBA Basketball Report with Deshaun Tate
-HS Report:
- What is the best AAU circuit to play on?
- EYBL (Nike)
- Under Aurmor (UAA)
- Adidas Gauntlet (Adidas)
- Independent (Hoopseen, PrepHoops, BigShots, etc…)
- HS Players to look out for this AAU season?
College Report:
- Volatility at #1 so far this season?
- Is it parity in College basketball and if so, what do you think is the cause? 1-and-done or ability of other schools to land top recruits?
- Tourney Sleeper?
-
1 seeds so far?
- We’ll talk more over the next few weeks as March Madness approaches!
NBA Report:
- Kobe Bryant
- Favorite to win ship?
-
1 story line on the court in the league this season?
Jamaica’s Jems:
- Erykah's Badussy
- U.S. FInally Makes Lynching Illegal
- Jim Jones says being a rapper is more dangerous than being an Iraq Soldier
- Coronavirus is possibly in ATL?