Hoops Fix

Hoops Fix: Special Edition: Interview with Tristan Prentice from SA Church BasketballTristan is the SA Church Basketball Association Growth & Development Officer. He has been involved with SA Church basketball for the past 20 years, including multiple National Baptist CarnivalsIn this episode we discuss:Tristan's role with SA Church BasketballChurch Basketball- what it looks like todayRelationships in basketballReligion in Sport: the philosophical similarities & differencesSA Church Basketball HistoryPast players and historic games & momentsUpcoming 70th Anniversary for SA Church Basketball & documentaryTwitter: @hoopsfixbsa, @Downtown36ers, @willsmithcoachFacebookInstagramYouTubeThanks to music used in this episode:BenSound.comDion from Deeza Productions (South Australia)

Episode 6 in our Basketball Movie Reviews & Discussions:Blue Chips(1994), starring Nick Nolte, Shaquille O'Neal, Anfernee (Penny) Hardaway, Mary McDonnell, J.T Walsh and Ed O'Neill.Directed by Ron Shelton.Join hosts Allan Browne (AB) & Will Smith (Willus) for their discussion and insights into an awesome coming of age movie for basketball.Discussion Topics:Director/WriterCast & CharactersNBA/college real life players & coaches1993 NBA Draft in relation to this movie!Shaq, Penny & OrlandoChris Webber & The Fab FiveBob Cousy's shootingOn scene insights/storiesSoundtrackBooster theme/real life scenariosHoops Fix will give you all things basketball, related to South Australia and Australia as a focus!Twitter: @hoopsfixbsa, @Downtown36ers, @willsmithcoachFacebookInstagramYouTubeThanks to music used in this episode:BenSound.comDion from Deeza Productions (South Australia)

Hoops Fix: Special Edition: Interview with Dan HughesSeattle Storm (WNBA) Head Coach Dan Hughes has a wealth of coaching experience. He has been the Head Coach of the Charlotte Sting, Cleveland Rockers, San Antonio Stars and now the Seattle Storm.He is also a current Assistant Coach on the USA National Women's Team with Dawn Staley.Coach Hughes also had multiple college coaching roles before moving into the Women's side of the game. He is a 2x WNBA Coach of the Year (2001 & 2007) and WNBA Champion (2018).In this episode we discuss:Dealing with Covid & BasketballCoach Hughes' journey from his playing days into college coaching and beyondWhat drew him back to Coach with the StormLearning from Coach Gregg Popovich in San AntonioOffensive & Defensive schemes and principlesThe 2018 WNBA Championship RunLauren Jackson, Sandy Brondello & Penny TaylorWhat he looks for when drafting/recruiting playersThe mindset of a elite players (Sue Bird, Natasha Howard etc)Changes he's seen in the evolution of the women's gameAdvice for young coachesWorking on the USA Women's National TeamBattling Cancer & how that has changed his outlook on lifeFavourite Music, Books & MoviesSeattle Storm socials: twitter, Instagram Twitter: @hoopsfixbsa, @Downtown36ers, @willsmithcoachFacebookInstagramYouTubeThanks to music used in this episode:BenSound.comDion from Deeza Productions (South Australia)

Hoops Fix: Special Edition: Interview with Kevin BrooksKevin Brooks was drafted with the 18th pick of the 1991 NBA Draft.KB played 3 years in the NBA for the Denver Nuggets (92-94), playing against some of the biggest names in modern basketball history, such as: Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, Patrick Ewing, Charles Barkley, Karl Malone, Hakeem Olajuwon, Clyde Drexler, David Robinson, Reggie Miller, Tim Hardaway and many others.He then went on to have a formidable career in the NBL, including winning back to back Championships for the Adelaide 36'ers (98&99). After retiring from playing, he embarked upon a Coaching Career that has taken him to Adelaide, Wollongong & New Zealand. In our interview with KB, topics we cover include:What it was like playing against MJ & those BullsThoughts on The Last Dance documentary seriesDid KB dunk on MJ???What changed between the MJ Bulls and MJ-less Bulls...Dikembe Mutombo- what he was like off court?What was on the pre-game scout for MJ??College to the NBA- his journey through showcase events and pre-draft workoutsGetting drafted and traded on the same day!Being coached by Roy WilliamsPlayers who pulled a "Pippen" on him...Brooks Basketball Services and how you can get involvedTwitter: @hoopsfixbsa, @Downtown36ers, @willsmithcoachFacebookInstagramYouTubeThanks to music used in this episode:BenSound.comDion from Deeza Productions (South Australia)

In this Special Edition: The Last Dance (The Final)AB & Willus delve into  episodes 9 & 10 of The Last Dance documentary. The doco is centred upon the 97-98 Chicago Bulls last season together in their quest for a 2nd 3-peat.These episodes focus on the culmination of the Last Dance Season, with their series against Utah and the aftermath of what happened to the team.Topics discussed:Reggie & The PacersNo Time Out Coaching ApproachThe Pizza Game (Flu Game)Rusty LarueCops as Security Personnel in the USASteve KerrSalt Lake Demographics- Malone, Rodman (& Wrestling Adventures)Phil Jackson SwearingOur Best Bulls Rosters (from the 6 Championship Rosters)Amazing Jordan Stats & FactsNumber Superstitions Who is the GOAT?& More!!Twitter: @hoopsfixbsa, @Downtown36ers, @willsmithcoachFacebookInstagramYouTubeThanks to music used in this episode:BenSound.comDion from Deeza Productions (South Australia)

Hoops Fix: Special Edition: Interview with Adam CapornThe Centre of Excellence (formerly AIS) Head Coach is Adam Caporn. Coach Caporn as been at the CoE since 2014. In 2017, Coach Caporn was also named as an Assistant Coach for the Australian Boomers under Andrej Lemanis.Coach Caporn played Division 1 College Basketball and NBL, before injury ended his career prematurely and he delved fully into coachingIn this episode we discuss:Coach Caporn's personal journey from WA country into the highest ranks of basketballWhy basketball? What he loves about it?The NBL Grand Final SeriesExperiences from the win over Team USA in MelbourneThe World Cup in ChinaWorking with Bogut, Baynes, Patty & DellyCoaching Philosophies (Values)Offensive & Defensive principlesFuture trends in basketballPlayer development-drills he uses & recommendsFuture plans for Coach Caporn (NBL?)This or that.....(we learn more about off-court Coach Caporn!!)Coach Adam Caporn's Socials: Twitter, InstagramTwitter: @hoopsfixbsa, @Downtown36ers, @willsmithcoachFacebookInstagramYouTubeThanks to music used in this episode:BenSound.comDion from Deeza Productions (South Australia)

In this Special Edition: The Last Dance (Parts 7&8)AB & Willus delve into  episodes 7 & 8 of The Last Dance documentary. The doco is centred upon the 97-98 Chicago Bulls last season together in their quest for a 2nd 3-peat.These episodes go into MJ the demanding leader..., the '96 Record Winning Team and much more!!Topics discussed:James Jordan MurderPippen in 94 & 95- why did he throw that chair?American style of winning mentalityKukoc and the Euro "no D" style of playBJ Armstrong"Winning has a price"The Man in the Arena- Theodore RooseveltJordan's 3 numbersMadison Square Garden'95 Magic Team'96 Sonics Series- did Jordan throw games?Chicago Whitesox- why did he play for them??Twitter: @hoopsfixbsa, @Downtown36ers, @willsmithcoachFacebookInstagramYouTubeThanks to music used in this episode:BenSound.comDion from Deeza Productions (South Australia)

Episode 5 in our Basketball Movie Reviews & Discussions: He Got Game(1998), starring Denzel Washington, Ray Allen, Rosario Dawson, Milla Jovovich, Hill Harper and John Turturro.Directed by the amazing Spike Lee.Join hosts Allan Browne (AB) & Will Smith (Willus) for their discussion and insights into one of the most iconic basketball movies of modern times. Discussion Topics:Spike Lee and his body of work and unique styleDenzel Washington's performanceRay AllenPublic Enemy's SoundtrackCollege Basketball insights- boosters, Rick Pitino NCAA scandal and "The Dream"NBA One & Done debate...How the movie came aboutCast & Charactersand so much more!!Hoops Fix will give you all things basketball, related to South Australia and Australia as a focus!Twitter: @hoopsfixbsa, @Downtown36ers, @willsmithcoachFacebookInstagramYouTubeThanks to music used in this episode:BenSound.comDion from Deeza Productions (South Australia)

In this Special Edition: The Last Dance (Parts 5&6)AB & Willus delve into  episodes 5 & 6 of The Last Dance documentary. The doco is centred upon the 97-98 Chicago Bulls last season together in their quest for a 2nd 3-peat.These episodes go into MJ's darker side, the Knicks rivarly, 92 Olympics and much more...Topics discussed:98 All Star GameSneakers- Nike & Adidas (Ade Dassler)David Falk1992- Portland Series & OlympicsToni Kukoc & Why was he responsible for the 92 Dream Team?Prince & Carlos BoozerCigars, drinking & hootersJordan's Dark Side'93 Phoenix Suns'96 Chicago Bulls (best team ever?)Twitter: @hoopsfixbsa, @Downtown36ers, @willsmithcoachFacebookInstagramYouTubeThanks to music used in this episode:BenSound.comDion from Deeza Productions (South Australia)

Episode 4 in our Basketball Movie Reviews & Discussions: Semi Pro, starring Will Ferrell,Woody Harrelson, Andre Benjamin (Andre 3000), Maura Tierney and Will Arnett.Join hosts Allan Browne (AB) & Will Smith (Willus) for their discussion around the ridiculously hilarious Will Ferrell Movie- Semi-Pro.Discussion Topics:Funky SoundtrackWill Ferrell MoviesWoody Harrelson- did he play better in Semi-Pro or White Men Can't Jump?How did AB get his 'Downtown' Nickname?Being traded for a washing machine.... bears on the loose, the Flint Michigan Mega-bowl & More!!Hoops Fix will give you all things basketball, related to South Australia and Australia as a focus!Twitter: @hoopsfixbsa, @Downtown36ers, @willsmithcoachFacebookInstagramYouTubeThanks to music used in this episode:BenSound.comDion from Deeza Productions (South Australia)

In this Special Edition: The Last Dance (parts 3&4)AB & Willus delve into  episodes 3 & 4 of The Last Dance documentary. The doco is centred upon the 97-98 Chicago Bulls last season together in their quest for a 2nd 3-peat.We talk about the stories behind the story of the episodes, side stories and everything and anything you may (or may not have!) seen in The Last Dance.Topics discussed:Jordan's CursingDennis Rodman- Partyman (Carmen Electra, Vegas & Motor Bikes- Jay Williams)Bad Boy Pistons92 Olympic Team issues with I. ThomasDoug Collins Hiring & FiringPhil Jackson- 70's Hippie, NY Knick & Coaching PhilosophyPoint ForwardsSam Perkins/James Worthy/Scott Williams connection with MJWhat are we looking for next?Twitter: @hoopsfixbsa, @Downtown36ers, @willsmithcoachFacebookInstagramYouTubeThanks to music used in this episode:BenSound.comDion from Deeza Productions (South Australia)

Episode 3 in our Basketball Movie Reviews & Discussions: Space Jam, starring Michael Jordan, Wayne Knight, Bill Murray, Larry Bird, Danny DeVito and Billy West (Bugs Bunny).Join hosts Allan Browne (AB) & Will Smith (Willus) for their fun insights into the ground breaking movie, Space Jam.Discussion Topics:Cast & CharactersMemories of the time & the movieSoundtrackLive AnimationOld School WebsiteSpecial Guest Reviews (AB's 2 lovely daughters!)& AB gives us his best Tune Squad Starting Lineup....!!Hoops Fix will give you all things basketball, related to South Australia and Australia as a focus! Twitter: @hoopsfixbsa, @Downtown36ers, @willsmithcoachFacebookInstagramYouTubeThanks to music used in this episode:BenSound.comDion from Deeza Productions (South Australia)

In this Special Edition: The Last Dance (part 1&2)AB & Willus delve into the first two episodes of The Last Dance documentary. The doco is centred upon the 97-98 Chicago Bulls last season together in their quest for a 2nd 3-peat.We talk about easter eggs inside the episodes, side stories and everything and anything you may (or may not have!) seen in The Last Dance. Topics discussed:Time shifting of storylineJerry (Krause & Reinsdorf)How Super Teams of Today have learned from the 97-98 Bulls?Bad suits & bloodshot eyes...Coach-player relationshipsCompetitive mindsetJordan's college days, coaches and nba draftTeam culture- Pippen on strike...George RavelingPhil Rodman (not Dennis-well, Dennis too!)Twitter: @hoopsfixbsa, @Downtown36ers, @willsmithcoachFacebookInstagramYouTubeThanks to music used in this episode:BenSound.comDion from Deeza Productions (South Australia)

Episode 2 in our Basketball Movie Reviews & Discussions: Coach Carter, starring Samuel L. Jackson, Rob Brown, Rick Gonzalez, Robert Ri'chard, Nana Gbewonyo, Antwon Tanner, Ashanti and Channing Tatum. Hoops Fix will give you all things basketball, related to South Australia and Australia as a focus!Join hosts Allan Browne (AB) & Will Smith (Willus) for their insightful and light views of the iconic basketball movie; Coach Carter.Twitter: @hoopsfixbsa, @Downtown36ers, @willsmithcoachFacebookInstagramYouTubeThanks to music used in this episode:BenSound.com Dion from Deeza Productions (South Australia)

Episode 1 in our Basketball Movie Reviews & Discussions: White Men Can't Jump, starring Wesley Snipes & Woody Harrelson.Hoops Fix will give you all things basketball, related to South Australia and Australia as a focus! Join hosts Allan Browne (AB) & Will Smith (Willus) for their insightful and light views of the movie.Twitter: @hoopsfixbsaFacebook.com/BasketballSAThanks to music used in this episode:BenSound.com :https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-musicDion from Deeza Productions (South Australia)