The Walk-On: Recent Episodes
Luke Avdalovic, Tommy Ball, Jared Waters
Hosted by Luke Avdalovic, Jared Waters, and Tommy Ball, this podcast will be based around basketball, but will cover all topics that come to our minds. We will have different segments and guests on the show as well.
KI Hoops family member Jay Nagle rejoins the pod 80 episodes later to talk about his first year playing basketball overseas in Georgia. The boys finish the episode with starting 5 travel essentials.
The walk-on boys sit down to talk the first two games of the NBA finals as well as some other noteworthy events in sports. They do their starting 5 segment for Dynamic Duos in Sports.
Current Pro Golfer Riley Killip joins the pod to talk about his journey through 3 schools in college golf as well as finding his way back to competing on the pro scene. They finish the episode with starting 5 Golfers.
The walk on boys talk about nba playoffs and the state of the league before getting into a fun Starting 5 of Random NBA Players.
The Walk-On boys sit down and talk all things sports: NFL, PGA Tour, NBA Playoffs, you name it. They bounce a few ideas around about the upcoming 100th episode before giving out Starting 5 Breakfast Items.
Current Pro and former USF Star Khalil Shabazz joins the walk-on boys to talk about his journey in hoops as well as his talents in the studio. They finish the episode up with Starting 5 rap albums.
The walk on boys put together a Q&A to make sure a relevant episode was uploaded this week despite some major scheduling hurdles.
BreakPoint Sports founder Jack Powers joins the pod to talk about his journey into sports analytics and the movement he is beginning, as well as his work as the lead broadcaster for the TBL San Diego Sharks. They finish the episode with the Starting 5 NBA Goofballs.
The walk on boys sit down to wrap up NBA regular season and talk awards and playoff predictions. They finish the episode with srarting 5 All-NBA selections.
Host of the Beauty Filter Podcast Sassy Fitzpatrick joins the walk-on boys to talk about her podcast as well as her journey growing up around sports. They wrap the episode up with starting 5 Disney Channel original movies.
The Walk-On boys sit down to talk all things sports with their Scouting Report segments before going into their Starting 5 NCAA Tournament All-Tourney Teams.
The walk-on boys sit down to talk NCAA tournament and Final Four predictions leading into the final leg of the tournament. They finish the episode with starting 5 locations they'd like the Final Four to be.
Duke Coach Jayce McCain joins the pod to talk about his journey in basketball, from through high school and into college and now coaching. They finish the episode with Starting 5 Duke Blue Devils.
UOP Strength and Conditioning Coach Mason Mathews joins the pod to talk about his journey in sports and coaching as well as what he thinks is a recipe for success in college sports. They finish the episode with Starting 5 Weight Room.
The Walk-On boys sit down to discuss their Starts and Sits for the Scouting Report Segment as some exciting things are happening in the world of sports. They wrap the episode up with Starting 5 Spring.
Former D2 and JuCo Standout Tyus Millhollin joins the walk on boys to talk about his journey in hoops from a youngster in Sacramento hoops to finding his way on a big stage in Division 2 basketball, and now working in the player development space, They finish the episode with Starting 5 NBA Spark Plugs.
The Walk On boys sit down to discuss their starts and sits for the week, revolving around NBA and collegiate hoops. They finish the episode with Starting 5 Vacation Destinations.
Overseas Pro Matt Donlan joins the pod to talk about his experiences playing elite basketball in the Sacramento area, and his journey through college to the pros. They finish the episode with Starting 5 Prettiest Jumpers.
The walk-on boys sit down to talk about their starts and sits for the week in a big week for sports all around. They finish the episode with Starting 5 Big Game Performers in honor of the Super Bowl.
Former TBT teammate of Luke's Kevion Blaylock comes on the pod to talk his journey to professional basketball throught walking on at a Juco to leading one of the best NAIA schools in the nation. They finish the episode with starting 5 pure scorers.
The walk on boys sit down to talk championship football, Luke goes on a tangent, and some more random banter. They finish the episode with Starting 5 Late Night Foods.
The walk on boys are back for the second episode of the week to talk NFL Playoffs, NBA hoops, and the typically biweekly nonsense that comes up. They finish the episode with Starting 5 and Walk-On Picks for Things They Hate Doing.
Nationally ranked Notre Dame High School basketball Coach Matt Sargeant joins the walk on boys to talk about playing at Princeton, coaching at a high level in high school, transferring, and much more. They finish the episode with starting 5 hoopmixtapes.
The walk-on boys sit down to give their first Start and Sits of the year and talk about the CFP as well as the incoming trade deadline. They finish the episode with Starting 5 TV Show Characters.
The Walk-On Boys are joined by their first ever guest, Marquese Chriss, to talk about their favorite moments and things from the year 2023. Thank you all for continued support of the Podcast.
The Boys took time this week to reminisce on some of their favorite christmas moments and memories for the Christmas Special Episode.
Stanford QB Justin Lamson joins the walk on boys to talk about his journey through high school football up to Division 1, being a multisport athlete, and his memories with Tommy. They finish the episode with Starting 5 and Walk-On picks for QBs.
The walk on boys sit down to discuss their starts and sits for the week before diving into the wrap up of the in season tournament. They finish the episode with Starting 5 Holiday Foods.
The walk on boys are back to talk In Season Tourney play, buying into your roles, and anything else notable in the league right now. They finish the episode with Starting 5 NBA Players that bother us.
Austin Spurs draft pick David Shriver joins the pod to talk about his journey from small Division 2 basketball to pros. They finish the episode with Starting 5 NBA Hair.
The Walk-On boys are back to talk this week in NBA Hoops, who they are starting and sitting for the week in the Scouting Report segment, and finish the episode with Starting 5 Brands they would want to be sponsored by.
True to Life Podcast Host Nanik Tagore joins the walk-on boys to talk about his college basketball experiences and his own podcast. Make sure to check it out in the link below:
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The walk-on boys are back to discuss the start of the NBA In-Season Tournament, Wemby's arrival, and other things NBA. They finish the episode with Starting 5 picks for Bucket List.
The walk-on boys sit down to talk about the first week of NBA games and what were their thoughts on a few different topics. They finish the episode with Starting 5 Holidays.
CBS Sports Writer Cameron Salerno makes his third appearance on the pod to talk upcoming NBA and NCAA hoops, as well as whats new in his own work life. The fellas finish the episode with Starting 5 for the category of college mascots.
The Walk-On Boys are back to talk Luke's next move as he begins his professional journey, who do they like and not like this week in the Scouting Report Segment, and of course finish the episode with Starting 5 all things Halloween.
Former Cal Tech Guard and KI Hoops OG Alec Andrews joins the pod to talk about his experiences growing up in high level basketball and making a decision to play D3 hoops allowing him to change the culture at his school. They finish the episode with Starting 5 Apps/Websites/Technology.
The walk on boys sit down to talk the blockbuster Damian Lillard trade, fantasy football, and typical movie banter. They finish the episode with the starting 5 and walk on picks for Pet Peeves.
Former UOP Volleyball player Kaelyn Saler joins the walk on boys to talk her experiences playing volleyball growing up and into the collegiate levels as well as her experiences transitioning to coaching. They finish the episode with Starting 5 and Walk-On picks for the category TV Shows.
The Walk-On boys sit down to talk USA Basketball, Coach Prime Craze, and some fantasy football updates. They wrap the episode up with Starting 5 and Walk-On picks for things that are overrated, one of the best ones yet.
Pro hooper Ike Ireogbu joins the pod to talk about his journey through professional basketball, playing with the Nigerian National team, and his clothing brand Just Keep Going. They finish the episode with Starting 5 Clothing Brand picks.
The walk on boys sit down to have their biweekly episode to discuss movies, NFL returning, and the controversial topic in the media right now regarding the commentary on the NBA using the title World Champions. They finish the episode with starting 5 and walk on picks for Condiments/Sauces.
Current WCE coach Annie Malekos joins the walk on boys to talk about her amazing fight through adversity to play the sport she loves. They talk about her injuries and surgeries, her transition from player to coach, and her Steph Curry Camp experiences. They finish the episode with Steph Curry Starting 5 and Walk-On picks.
The walk-on boys sit down to discuss the new conference realignment in college athletics, as well as NBA news and more. The starting 5 and walk-on picks for this episode is for the category of Restaurants.
Former NAU guard and teammate of Luke's David Cummard joins the walk-on boys to talk about his journey to Division 1 basketball, what it takes to be a competitor, and his favorite Lumberjack stories. The boys finish the episode with Starting 5 and Walk-On picks for Coaches We Would Want to Play For.
After a big time episode last week, the walk on boys are back to discuss everything in pop culture that has happened the last two weeks, leaving room for a couple of them to go on some rants. They finish the episode with Starting 5 and Walk-On picks for Back to School.
To celebrate the year mark of the pod, the walk-on boys host the "Pick and Roll: Where Tommy PICKS who he wants to ROLL with." 6 lucky ladies were chosen to have quick interviews to see if they are compatible with our very own Tommy Ball. See the poll below to vote for who is his best match!
Green Bay Packers Tight End Josiah Deguara joins the walk on boys to talk about his journey to the NFL, being a multisport athlete in high school, and his battle through injuries. They finish the episode with Starting 5 and Walk-On picks for Dual Sport Athletes.
The walk on boys are back to discuss a whole bunch of random topics in this one, from movies to music, as well as some baseball. They finish the episode with starting 55 and walk-on picks for stores.
The walk on boys are together to discuss their scouting report of the week, NBA draft and free agency news, and NBA summer league. They finish the episode with starting 5 and walk-on picks for people you'd want to have a dinner with.
Close friend of the pod and Sacramento basketball trainer Rashid "Shine" Cann joins the pod to talk about his walk-on story and his takes on the game today. They finish the episode with Starting 5 and walk on picks for nicknames.
The walk-on boys sit down to talk weekly scouting report movies and NBA draft predictions. They finish the episode with starting 5 and walk on picks for household objects.
Close friend of the pod and former college basketball veteran Jojo Anderson joins the walk on boys to talk about his story through college hoops and overcoming adversity. They finish the episode with the Starting 5 and Walk-On picks for role players.
The walk-on boys are back to discuss all things NBA finals as well as the Scouting Report movie for this week. They finish the episode up with Starting 5 and Walk-On picks for all things Summer.
Friend of the pod and pro basketball player Nae Hightower joins the walk on boys to talk about his steps and journey to pro ball, and hits on what he had to learn to put himself in the position he's in. They finish the episode with Starting 5 and Walk-On picks for Bay Area.
The boys are back to talk about all things playoffs and NBA draft rumors. They finish the episode with starting 5 and walk-on picks for BBQ necessities.
Former NAU Walk-On and teammate of Luke, now tenured overseas pro Brooks Debisschop joins the pod to talk about his journey to where he's gotten. They finish the episode with Starting 5 and walk-on athletes you'd let date your sister.
The walk on boys sit down to discuss some personal news as well as playoff basketball and many other random things that came up. They finish the episode with Starting 5 and Walk-on picks for Cold Treats.
Sacramento native and current Northern Colorado hooper Paisley Specht joins the walk-on boys to talk about her college basketball experiences, her time in the portal and at Idaho State with Tommy, and her NIL work she's done. They wrap the episode up with starting 5 and walk-on picks for Athletes that missed out on NIL.
The walk on boys continue talking about NBA playoffs as they continue. They wrap the episode up with starting 5 and walk on picks for Ice Cream.
24/7 Sports Writer Cameron Salerno joins the walk-on boys for a second time to talk Kings Warriors. They finish the episode with Starting 5 and Walk-on picks for NBA Goons.
The walk on boys sit down to talk about the Play-In games and the East side of the playoffs. They finish the episode with starting 5 and Walk-On picks for snacks.
Close friend of the pod Chris Fairchild joins to talk about his basketball journey as well as all things sports that went on this past weekend. They finish up the episode with Starting 5 and Walk-On picks for Lefty NBA players.
The walk on boys are back to talk NBA playoffs, the Kings clinching, and some movie reviews. The starting 5 and walk-on picks for fast food items got controversial as well.
Former NAU Lumberjack and close friend of the pod Charles Burns joins the walk-on boys to talk about his story and college experience. They wrap the episode up with Starting 5 and Walk-On picks for Charles/Chucks/Charlies in history.
The walk on boys sit down to talk NBA, NCAA hoops and more. As well as introducing a new segment to the pod titled Walk-On Tomatoes. They wrap the episode up with Starting 5 and walk-on picks for lucky moments in sports.
2023 Pac-12 Freshman of the Year Adem Bona joins the walk-on boys to talk about his story and journey around the world and finally making it to UCLA. After some NBA talk, they wrap the episode up with Starting 5 and Walk-On Picks for European Players.
The walk-on boys sit down to talk all things NBA, heavy dispute around the Sacramento Kings. They finish the episode with Starting 5 and walk on picks for March Madness.
NBA Europe Social Media Manager Pierre Haessig joins the walk-on boys to talk about his life and experiences getting to where he is now being involved with the NBA social scene. They finish the episode with Starting 5 and Walk-On picks for iconic NBA photos.
The walk on boys sit down to talk all star predictions, and talk about LeBron's record. They finish the episode with Starting 5 LeBron moments/personas.
Too Hot to Handle Season 4 star James Pendergrass joins the walk on boys to talk about his experiences on the show, his college basketball career, and his Dallas Mavericks. They finish the episode with Starting 5 and Walk-On picks for Super Bowl Halftime Performers.
The walk-on boys sit down and talk trades, all-star snubs, and Super Bowl predictions. They finish the episode with starting 5 and walk on picks for Super Bowl Party foods.
The walk-on boys sit down to talk about all star starters, NBA rivalries, and athletic families, amongst other topics. The finish the episode with Starting 5 and Walk-On picks for NFL mascots.
The walk-on boys are joined by LMU Lions PG and very close friend Cam Shelton to talk about his journey in college basketball, as well as his relationships with Luke and Tommy. They round off the episode with Starting 5 and Walk-On picks for Drake Songs.
The walk on boys sit down to talk NBA all star weekend and NFL playoffs among other things this week. They wrap the episode up with starting 5 and walk on picks for Chips
The walk on boys are back and joined by Owen Avdalovic again to do a 2022 year wrap up. They finish the episode with starting 5 and walk-on picks for months.
The walk-on boys come together to talk about Christmas stories and traditions. They finish the episode with Starting 5 and Walk-On picks for Christmas movie characters.
The walk on boys are joined by LMU Lions soccer player and friend of Tommy, Tyler Trusner. They talk about his journey with the sport of soccer and finish the episode with starting 5 and walk-on picks for soccer players.
KI Hoops fam members Drake Middleton and Zack Perlstein join the walk-on boys to talk about their careers and their experiences getting to where they are. They finish up the episode with Starting 5 and Walk-On picks for Villians.
Former Texas pitcher and current member of the St. Louis Cardinals organization Pete Hansen joins the walk on boys to talk about his career and experiences headed through college and into the pros. They finish the episode with Starting 5 and walk on picks for pitchers.
The walk on boys are joined by Co-owner of @kicks media and former Utah Basketball walk-on Austin Eastman to talk about his career and walk-on stories. They finish the episode with starting 5 and walk-on picks for superheroes.
MAC Performance PT Owner and long time friend of Jared, Dan McLean, joins the walk-on boys to talk about his playing career and PT career. They finish the episode with Starting 5 and Walk-on picks for Thanksgiving foods.
The Walk-On boys are back to recap on some of their early NBA predictions and talk about all things going on. They finish up with starting 5 snd walk-on picks for candies.
KI Fam member Jay Nagle joins the walk-on boys to talk about his career and his story with Jared. They finish the episode with Starting 5 and Walk-On picks for musical artists.
KI fam member Havanah Seymour joins the walk on boys to talk about her story and career. They finish the episode with starting 5 and walk on picks for basketball sneakers.
The walk on boys sit down to talk about the start of the NBA season and their predictions for the year. They finish the show with Starting 5 and Walk-On picks for fictional basketball characters.
Nik Mains of the NAU Lumberjacks joins the walk-on boys to talk about his story walking on at NAU and becoming a key part in their team. They finish with Starting 5 and Walk-on picks for video game characters.
Owen Avdalovic joins the walk-on boys in Episode 11 to talk about facing adversity on his journey to college, the 1 on 1 battles that have gone down between the whole crew, and some fantasy football. They finish the episode by picking Starting 5 and Walk-On picks for Cartoon Characters.
NBA veteran Danny Green joins to walk-on boys to talk about his career, how to succeed as a role player, championship locker rooms, and his shooting philosophies. They wrap the show up with Starting 5 and Walk-On picks UNC players.
Tommy Kuhse of the San Antonio Spurs and formerly the St. Mary's Gaels joins the walk-on boys in this episode to talk about his journey through college and into the NBA. They finish up the episode with Starting 5 and Walk-On picks for passers/facilitators.
The walk on boys are joined by Long Beach St. water polo player Rachael Kowalchick. They talk about the sport of water polo, some of her favorite stories from her career, and what Tommy was like growing up. They wrap the show up with starting 5 and walk-on picks for fruits.
The walk on boys are back just them three to touch on a few topics brought forth to them by their Instagram followers. The finish the episode with Starting 5 and Walk-On picks for cereals.
Sacramento Bee and Associated Press Sports writer Cameron Salerno joins the walk on boys to talk about some of his upbringings in the sports journalism world as well as some of his fun and craziest experiences on the job. The episode wraps up with Starting 5 and Walk-On Picks for people in sports media.
Episode 5 is dedicated to Mr. Reid Bellis, who recently passed away after fighting ALS. Please visit our socials to find a link to donate to the ALS therapy development institute.
Seattle Seahawk Kevin Kassis joins the walk on boys to talk about his journey from Montana St to the NFL, and share his Starting 5 and Walk On pick for WRs.
Former Sacramento State guard and close friend of the pod William Fitzpatrick sits down with the walk-on boys for episode 4. Will talks about his story through growing up and his experiences during his college career. The episode finishes up with Starting 5 and Walk-on picks for clutch players.
NBA Veteran Jamal Crawford joins the Walk-On boys for a great conversation in this episode. They talk about the Crawsover Pro-Am, some of Jamal's experiences in the NBA, and embracing the 6th man role. They finish up with their Starting 5 and walk-on picks for all time and current 6th man players in the league.
Marquese Chriss of the Houston Rockets joins the Walk-On boys for episode two where they talk about some of his experiences growing up and playing in the NBA. They finish up with their starting 5 and walk on picks for dunkers in the league today.
Luke, Jared, and Tommy sit down together in front of the mics for the first time to discuss each of their stories, how they know each other, and what the plans for this podcast are. This will most likely be one of the more lengthy episodes. They wrap up the show with the Starting 5 and walk-on "Shooters in the league today" picks of the week.