I don't know how many other popular "Street Ball" RUclips channels there were before "Ball Is Life East Coast" but The East Coast team was the first that I really got into and watched faithfully.. Back a couple yrs ago when ya'll was just getting started together.. You, Slim, Zach, Tim, and Duke.. 🤘
And I have to add.. For me personally, there's nothing worse than pulling up to a Park to Hoop, and the Goals have Double Rims!! lol.. Fxkn HATE shooting on Double Rims and often times they hurt like sh!t when you dunk on them.. Seems like every park anywhere near me, they all have Double Rims now.. 🤦♂️
If you ever have the time, check out the And1 mixtapes. And there’s a channel on RUclips that has uploaded all of the And1 Streetball TV series that aired on ESPN back in the early 2000s. Check out season 1, they give you the backstory on the streetball legends (from different cities) that are on the tour. They were probably the first group of guys who popularized the open runs concept on a mainstream level. You get to follow them as they hit up a bunch of different cities competing against local hoopers. Season 2 and onwards it turns into a competition based show where the winner of the contest gets an And1 contract plus a spot on the team. It’s where The Professor was discovered and you get to follow his humble beginnings as he tries to make a name for himself. Entertaining stuff!
If you have the time, check out the And1 Tour TV series that aired on ESPN back in the early 2000s. Seasons 1 & 2, they give you a little backstory on the streetball legends (from different cities) as they go on tour traveling to different cities playing against local hoopers. These guys pretty much popularized the open runs concept on a mainstream level. It’s the original model that a lot of RUclipsrs are using nowadays. Season 3 is when it became a competition based show where hoopers from touring cities get a chance to win an And1 contract plus be added to the team. It’s where The Professor was discovered and made a name for himself. Very entertaining stuff!
being in the background of this was amazing to see from the beginning and hearing this story is such an amazing reminder than anything can happen at any moment to change your life
❤❤Turn to Jesus people, he died for your sins. Repent of what the New testament describes as sin. Believe the gospel get baptized and obey the teachings of Jesus. The gospel and the teachings of Jesus are documented in Matthew Mark Luke and John. Jesus is the only way to be saved, if you have faith in Jesus through your faith you will live by his teachings. God bless ❤❤
No lie the East Coast squad really made me love basketball so much and let me grow it into a passion of mine, I appreciate you and rest of the squad for that Milly
11:38 I love frigas honesty. I love how he kept things fr and now look. Got amilly on the abc crew on tnc friga we all know is killing it on tnc and Scotty the best film guy around.
A milly. You’re literally the goat for making this, also the production and style you’ve taken for this is phenomenal. I am so happy to have been apart of the east coast community while yall were really doing your thing. Thank you!
ECS definitely made me love basketball more and got me back playing putting in work. Appreciate you guys got me through some tough times ✊🏾hope you all run it back someday.
Mannn the relatability of the ECS will never be matched - that’s really what separated you guys from other teams within the space. I mean we been talking and have had a following for years based off your normality if I’m keeping it real brotha ! Been waiting on you to drop the documentary and I’m excited for the next vids ! Would love to hear from Zach, for he was with you from the jump; Duke, you and him had a dynamic that was unmatched even making a joint YT channel at one point! Clamp and Slim together for they’ve always been that duo on and off the court. And last but not least, Scotty for you two don’t get enough credit for the masterminds that you are ! Hope to see/hear it all 🔥the most viral streetball team always
I have always followed the ECS since day 1 and am so proud of you and everyone! Thanks for all the amazing content and memories and to many more to come even if its on an individual level!
I’m a 59 year old 5’7” white dude who has loved basketball his entire life. Unfortunately I went to a high school full of talent :IE Gary Bossert. I’ve been watching the East Coast Squad since day one and loved all of the talent. Thank you for sharing this with us. On the edge of my seat for the other two thirds. And patiently waiting for you to start playing on The Next Chapter. 😉
It's crazy seeing those first few videos again and how everything randomly came together. I had just started watching Friga and Briz when I found ECS. Love TNC now but before that, I messed with ECS heavy. Watched all those Caffeine TV events too. Man, that streaming platform sucked but the games were fun to watch
I rmb those days when Scotty and Slim were part of the squad. They then left to create Wild Hunt. Scotty then isolated to create TNC which was a bright idea
Great video dude. I honestly can't say I blame nick neither, that man knew he had something in terms of chris white and carlos entertainment factor. I also remember getting a bit sad when i stopped seeing zach on the court, he got me the most hype out of anyone. Hope park basketball gets another insurgence fr or more players involved in 1v1 tournaments
You can tell it was thought and planning involved and all came together as a masterpiece. I got thru plenty days at work off the whole online basketball video while working security at the time after my mother passing. Returned my love for the game in a dark time got me going back on to the neighborhood parks and gyms. What a time what an era. Much respect to all of you. Keep hooping
Fan from China here, I still remember those days your videos went crazily popular not only on RUclips but also many Chinese platforms, which also brought Slim and lot of other players a career in China rn. Those days of watching ur videos over and over again is the best! (I still watch some of those every now and then)
Milky I can just feel your energy through the video, you genuinely loved this team. Those were the good times, I used to watch videos with my girl getting hype😢💪🏾
Even tho I’m on the west coast, I always found watching the east coast squad more enjoyable. It was actually competitive runs and seemed like yall were real with the gameplay. It’s sad to see almost 4 years later that it’s not the same. However I do think it’s because yt basketball as whole has evolved. I like how TNC is doing these new ways of showing off hoopers and even BIL having their own way of showing off their hoopers. Watching yall brought my love of basketball back especially after my injury and not being able to play basketball in college. Hopefully one day we can see the OG squad run one back
Keep doing the interviews with people lets us know the back story not just speculation. Love you guys milly! Yall were big inspirations to keep working on hooping after high school and now as a young father I’ve steered away from competitive play and found peace in watching tnc and other 1v1 and 2v2 platforms
Also, I have been watching you guys for who knows how long and honestly, its weird, but I felt like I was a part of your life story. I felt along side you every step of the way. Felt like if I ever got to meet you, it would be chill and like a really nice experience. The ECS story is something I can hold on to and remember as it helped me through hard moments when I needed to just get a smile on my face or watch the thing I love. Thank you for being you and if you ever in Arkansas for some reason, would love to meet you!
ECS got me into watching the RUclips street bball scene from the way back there with you Mr Milly, Duke, Slim, Zach, Tim and sometimes Travis (saw the flashes of Frigga in there with Duke haha). Loved the feel, just going to the park to hoop with some good bros on your team (that could really hoop dog, lol). Pulling out of covid too, this was such a comfort from those times. The interactions with the crowd too, and the crowd getting into it, was key too - everyone appreciating the moves you could try and make... good shizzle!! Thanks to the ECS, Scotty and Ball Is Life . Would agree nostalgic as hell. Love the ol ECS shout out!!
This is a good documentary, like really good. I know this is only the first part but the editing style, storytelling and structuring is really to the point and really easy to digest. Just subbed and can't wait for the next parts!
This shits a movie man!! I love this and so crazy I remember every park run and remember Travis and Jacob and just crazy how many memories this brings back. But dude I love how you put this all together!! 😊
I just want to say thank you guy's so much you guy's helped me so much thru a lot rough times I miss you guy's being the East Coast Squad thank you for everything
WOW I had no clue that I have been here since Day 1. Love to see how much everyone has grown and found their paths. Also Milly you are an amazing creative mind to give us something that we did not know we wanted
you most definitely connected with us milly , you showed everyone in the city there different routes ! This Marvin brother jay ! The light skinned tatted one , we played all the time and I’m forever proud of you bro ! Forsure a huge inspiration in my life ! Keep hooping fam ! For Us !
This video hurt my heart man 😅 watching the journey and growth and what looked like a brotherhood prior to slim leaving gave me hope for street ball and where it was going.. wanted yall to come to MA and get smoked but that’s another story lol.. yall forever changed the game of Streetball and I hope everyone is doing good on their respective journeys JUST KNOW THE FANS want yall back and out here making that heat!
I live in Washington State on the West Coast, and I was a huge ECS fan. I've watched every park run at least 2-3 times. I wish you guys were still making content.
Just wanted to comment dude started watching you with only a few k followers and loved your take watching games. I'd often wait till you uploaded your reactions rather than watch it straight away.. I had a bit of time away from watching ball on YT and come back a month or 2 later and you're on 90k! I'm so glad man you deserve it you have some awesome, down to earth interesting commentary. Psyched to watch this!
I still pull up some yall old vids when I’m smoking and shit, one of the West Palm runs is my favorite. Sucks to see yall grow apart but that’s life, I’m glad to have experienced what you guys got going 🤞
We miss you guys together Milly I even remember when yahhh came to Lancaster for hoodie qel and the state of Pa seeing you guys made my night that night for sure cause I been watching yahhh since yahhh started the Ball is life East Coast squad
Man I’ve been waiting for one of y’all to tell the story. I see some of y’all went down different roads. Ngl I saw the signs that maybe things were going left when Slim dipped. This squad was super fun to watch though. I feel like a reunion tour would go crazy with views
Great video Milly. Found you from your 1v1 vs Friga and followed you from there. I'm excited to see whats to come from you with this new oppurtunity in the youtube space.
“Dad .. how good were the east coast squad?”
“Sit down .. I gotta show you something” 😞
🔥🔥🔥
What was & what could have been... An unforgettable story
SCOTTTTYYYYYYY
We need the fearless slim back man, after that one incident with him getting tackled into the pole
@@BoOzo260 Slim in that fearless mode in China ! He yamming on everybdy
EC was really a problem
💯
Am I watching the ECS Last Dance?!?! Amazing storytelling
😂 appreciate you bro
I don't know how many other popular "Street Ball" RUclips channels there were before "Ball Is Life East Coast" but The East Coast team was the first that I really got into and watched faithfully.. Back a couple yrs ago when ya'll was just getting started together.. You, Slim, Zach, Tim, and Duke.. 🤘
And I have to add.. For me personally, there's nothing worse than pulling up to a Park to Hoop, and the Goals have Double Rims!! lol.. Fxkn HATE shooting on Double Rims and often times they hurt like sh!t when you dunk on them.. Seems like every park anywhere near me, they all have Double Rims now.. 🤦♂️
😊😊
If you ever have the time, check out the And1 mixtapes. And there’s a channel on RUclips that has uploaded all of the And1 Streetball TV series that aired on ESPN back in the early 2000s. Check out season 1, they give you the backstory on the streetball legends (from different cities) that are on the tour. They were probably the first group of guys who popularized the open runs concept on a mainstream level. You get to follow them as they hit up a bunch of different cities competing against local hoopers.
Season 2 and onwards it turns into a competition based show where the winner of the contest gets an And1 contract plus a spot on the team. It’s where The Professor was discovered and you get to follow his humble beginnings as he tries to make a name for himself. Entertaining stuff!
If you have the time, check out the And1 Tour TV series that aired on ESPN back in the early 2000s. Seasons 1 & 2, they give you a little backstory on the streetball legends (from different cities) as they go on tour traveling to different cities playing against local hoopers. These guys pretty much popularized the open runs concept on a mainstream level. It’s the original model that a lot of RUclipsrs are using nowadays.
Season 3 is when it became a competition based show where hoopers from touring cities get a chance to win an And1 contract plus be added to the team. It’s where The Professor was discovered and made a name for himself. Very entertaining stuff!
I still go back and watch these. The old ones were the best ones.
This a whole DOCUMENTARY😭
We gon need that reaction video!
being in the background of this was amazing to see from the beginning and hearing this story is such an amazing reminder than anything can happen at any moment to change your life
❤❤Turn to Jesus people, he died for your sins. Repent of what the New testament describes as sin. Believe the gospel get baptized and obey the teachings of Jesus. The gospel and the teachings of Jesus are documented in Matthew Mark Luke and John. Jesus is the only way to be saved, if you have faith in Jesus through your faith you will live by his teachings. God bless ❤❤
Ok this is fire, and well made. Props Milly, I’m locked in for parts 2 and 3.
Thankyou!
Let's go love this concept good storytelling Amilly
💯
The facts Scotty had the vision this entire time is insane to me
That part
The production is INSANE on this Milly. Your story telling is next level.
No lie the East Coast squad really made me love basketball so much and let me grow it into a passion of mine, I appreciate you and rest of the squad for that Milly
11:38 I love frigas honesty. I love how he kept things fr and now look. Got amilly on the abc crew on tnc friga we all know is killing it on tnc and Scotty the best film guy around.
Sub up so you find out the FULL STORY
This was the best video i watched today the nostalgia was real 😂 i was lowkey blown when the video ended keep it up💯💪🏾
Did the rest of the squad feel a rift once Slim left?
And would yall do one last park takeover?
A milly. You’re literally the goat for making this, also the production and style you’ve taken for this is phenomenal. I am so happy to have been apart of the east coast community while yall were really doing your thing. Thank you!
ECS Forever! Y’all really got me through the pandemic
ECS definitely made me love basketball more and got me back playing putting in work. Appreciate you guys got me through some tough times ✊🏾hope you all run it back someday.
Mannn the relatability of the ECS will never be matched - that’s really what separated you guys from other teams within the space. I mean we been talking and have had a following for years based off your normality if I’m keeping it real brotha ! Been waiting on you to drop the documentary and I’m excited for the next vids ! Would love to hear from Zach, for he was with you from the jump; Duke, you and him had a dynamic that was unmatched even making a joint YT channel at one point! Clamp and Slim together for they’ve always been that duo on and off the court. And last but not least, Scotty for you two don’t get enough credit for the masterminds that you are ! Hope to see/hear it all 🔥the most viral streetball team always
I have always followed the ECS since day 1 and am so proud of you and everyone! Thanks for all the amazing content and memories and to many more to come even if its on an individual level!
Love! Thankyou
I’m a 59 year old 5’7” white dude who has loved basketball his entire life. Unfortunately I went to a high school full of talent :IE Gary Bossert. I’ve been watching the East Coast Squad since day one and loved all of the talent. Thank you for sharing this with us. On the edge of my seat for the other two thirds. And patiently waiting for you to start playing on The Next Chapter. 😉
It's crazy seeing those first few videos again and how everything randomly came together. I had just started watching Friga and Briz when I found ECS. Love TNC now but before that, I messed with ECS heavy. Watched all those Caffeine TV events too. Man, that streaming platform sucked but the games were fun to watch
I rmb those days when Scotty and Slim were part of the squad. They then left to create Wild Hunt. Scotty then isolated to create TNC which was a bright idea
East coast squad games was so lit mad I ain’t make it to one. Great video
man i miss this squad.loved watching every vid
I remember watching east coast squad it was so fire 🔥
What you said about inspiration was so true, there was really a strong sense of community in the videos, you really described well that connection
Great video dude. I honestly can't say I blame nick neither, that man knew he had something in terms of chris white and carlos entertainment factor. I also remember getting a bit sad when i stopped seeing zach on the court, he got me the most hype out of anyone. Hope park basketball gets another insurgence fr or more players involved in 1v1 tournaments
You can tell it was thought and planning involved and all came together as a masterpiece. I got thru plenty days at work off the whole online basketball video while working security at the time after my mother passing. Returned my love for the game in a dark time got me going back on to the neighborhood parks and gyms. What a time what an era. Much respect to all of you. Keep hooping
Fan from China here, I still remember those days your videos went crazily popular not only on RUclips but also many Chinese platforms, which also brought Slim and lot of other players a career in China rn. Those days of watching ur videos over and over again is the best! (I still watch some of those every now and then)
Definitely excited for the next parts. This was a whirlwind in time for street basketball!
I’ve been searching everywhere for new East coast content. This shit gave me goosebumps man love you guys 💯
I love this, and so happy to see Travis getting his flowers!
Milky I can just feel your energy through the video, you genuinely loved this team. Those were the good times, I used to watch videos with my girl getting hype😢💪🏾
Thank you Milly. East Coast Squad is the reason I started watching youtube basketball.
I’m hooked. I watch these all through the pandemic and these are part of basketball history that this point
During lockdown watching this squad was so tuffski, all y'all had your own play style it was so od
Y’all made history in the RUclips space. Inspired a lot.. Thankful 💫💭
Great video and nice storytelling. You can tell the quality of this channel is going up!
Even tho I’m on the west coast, I always found watching the east coast squad more enjoyable. It was actually competitive runs and seemed like yall were real with the gameplay. It’s sad to see almost 4 years later that it’s not the same. However I do think it’s because yt basketball as whole has evolved. I like how TNC is doing these new ways of showing off hoopers and even BIL having their own way of showing off their hoopers. Watching yall brought my love of basketball back especially after my injury and not being able to play basketball in college. Hopefully one day we can see the OG squad run one back
The ECS gave me so many good memories. Thank you for all those great videos
This is a DOPE recap. Thank you A Milly. Time flies so its cool to pause and review tape/background stories.
Man this is perfect timing, I loved these guys sooo much i wish you guys all play again I wish you got the money or whatever you needed to keep going
Keep doing the interviews with people lets us know the back story not just speculation. Love you guys milly! Yall were big inspirations to keep working on hooping after high school and now as a young father I’ve steered away from competitive play and found peace in watching tnc and other 1v1 and 2v2 platforms
Man I just hope they come back for a reunion and play one more game with each other.💯
That would be dope. Part 3
Wow this video is so well put together, really shows how serious you take this youtube. Huge props to you man
I watched all this unfold! Man Ballislife was so much better with those park runs that you guys did....
Also, I have been watching you guys for who knows how long and honestly, its weird, but I felt like I was a part of your life story. I felt along side you every step of the way. Felt like if I ever got to meet you, it would be chill and like a really nice experience. The ECS story is something I can hold on to and remember as it helped me through hard moments when I needed to just get a smile on my face or watch the thing I love. Thank you for being you and if you ever in Arkansas for some reason, would love to meet you!
Great timing Milly !! A story that needed 2 be told for the people! Glad i get 2 see everything again frm the other side of the lense now .
This was amazing thank you milly for this east coast forever 🔥
ECS got me into watching the RUclips street bball scene from the way back there with you Mr Milly, Duke, Slim, Zach, Tim and sometimes Travis (saw the flashes of Frigga in there with Duke haha). Loved the feel, just going to the park to hoop with some good bros on your team (that could really hoop dog, lol). Pulling out of covid too, this was such a comfort from those times. The interactions with the crowd too, and the crowd getting into it, was key too - everyone appreciating the moves you could try and make... good shizzle!! Thanks to the ECS, Scotty and Ball Is Life . Would agree nostalgic as hell. Love the ol ECS shout out!!
Cool to see the crossovers with Frigga and Nick and all...
Definitely watched ya video and motivate myself and my son to keep ballin
This is a good documentary, like really good. I know this is only the first part but the editing style, storytelling and structuring is really to the point and really easy to digest. Just subbed and can't wait for the next parts!
This shits a movie man!! I love this and so crazy I remember every park run and remember Travis and Jacob and just crazy how many memories this brings back. But dude I love how you put this all together!! 😊
Mad documentary man , been watching since high school , yous inspired a lot of park runs
Bro this is the question I’ve been asking! Y’all got me into the park runs💪🏼 hope all is well for all of you guys man🙏🏼
I loved the characters of Duke, Slim, A Milly, Zach and Tim so awesome, so fun
A Milly…good to see you playing Bball again (Chriswhite) great story..I always wondered how you guys came together!👍
This was low key a documentary, I enjoyed it.
I just want to say thank you guy's so much you guy's helped me so much thru a lot rough times I miss you guy's being the East Coast Squad thank you for everything
WOW I had no clue that I have been here since Day 1. Love to see how much everyone has grown and found their paths.
Also Milly you are an amazing creative mind to give us something that we did not know we wanted
glad to see we get the lore on the peak ballislife days
I’m rocking with this milly can’t wait for part 2
Amazing story, Son! Awesome content and production as well. I'm looking forward to the next two parts🔥
Amazing quality Milly 🙏🏽 excited for the next parts
you most definitely connected with us milly , you showed everyone in the city there different routes ! This Marvin brother jay ! The light skinned tatted one , we played all the time and I’m forever proud of you bro ! Forsure a huge inspiration in my life ! Keep hooping fam ! For Us !
This video hurt my heart man 😅 watching the journey and growth and what looked like a brotherhood prior to slim leaving gave me hope for street ball and where it was going.. wanted yall to come to MA and get smoked but that’s another story lol.. yall forever changed the game of Streetball and I hope everyone is doing good on their respective journeys JUST KNOW THE FANS want yall back and out here making that heat!
Massive supporter of you and the ECBIL team Milly. Solid bruv
This was done so well Austin.. Can’t wait for part 2&3
Man y’all better still be in the mix. Was the best team to watch in prime RUclips hoop days
almost 10 mins before you give Travis some love? loved that guy.. and most definitely a glue guy
I live in Washington State on the West Coast, and I was a huge ECS fan. I've watched every park run at least 2-3 times. I wish you guys were still making content.
Just wanted to comment dude started watching you with only a few k followers and loved your take watching games. I'd often wait till you uploaded your reactions rather than watch it straight away.. I had a bit of time away from watching ball on YT and come back a month or 2 later and you're on 90k! I'm so glad man you deserve it you have some awesome, down to earth interesting commentary. Psyched to watch this!
I still pull up some yall old vids when I’m smoking and shit, one of the West Palm runs is my favorite. Sucks to see yall grow apart but that’s life, I’m glad to have experienced what you guys got going 🤞
Mannnn i got into YT basketball cuz of the eastcoast squad... this breakdown on the history is dope !!
Those park takeover vids got me back hooping
Eight minutes in… this is fire. You have a talent Austin.
BIG thank you to the original ECS. Ya really motivated me to get back on the court when nobody/nothing else did.
I was addicted to watching east coast squad games and idk what happend I just stopped and the algorithm never brought it back. This was nostalgic
I think everything you said here we resonate with and understand
What is most impressive to me is how involved Scotty is behind the scenes for so many people.
I hope you do a section about what all the players are doing now. That would be class!
Loved it!
It's coming...
Vid is fire! So scotty had been doing the same thing way before next chapter that is dope
we need Zach !!!
Does anyone know what happened to dude? Doesn't post anything anymore
@@balkanhooper no clue , he just kinda disappeared
Time will tell...
I remember watching that video with Milly, Zach, Briz, Southerland and Friga. Damn. Crazy memories.
We miss you guys together Milly I even remember when yahhh came to Lancaster for hoodie qel and the state of Pa seeing you guys made my night that night for sure cause I been watching yahhh since yahhh started the Ball is life East Coast squad
Man I’ve been waiting for one of y’all to tell the story. I see some of y’all went down different roads. Ngl I saw the signs that maybe things were going left when Slim dipped. This squad was super fun to watch though. I feel like a reunion tour would go crazy with views
Great Content A Milly! Can’t wait for the next parts
Great so far. Excited to watch the whole thing.
Good shit Milly - this is well done so far.
So good! Great editing and story telling! Awesome video!
best team to watch during those days. a true golden era
Man I miss those videos. Btw Milly I’ve been saying this for years, you have one of the best looking jump shots
Had the same question, miss watching they vids 💯
Great video Milly. Found you from your 1v1 vs Friga and followed you from there. I'm excited to see whats to come from you with this new oppurtunity in the youtube space.
Extremely well made man
Y’all changed the internet forever. JUST KNOW YALL ARE FOREVER IN THE STREETBALL HISTORY
I’ve been wondering where in the world Zach went
Fr dawg
Nah fr bro was ah problem both ways
Part 2 lol
@stephenxadonai you may be on to something...
Dang I miss the EC Squad. I watched them live against the WC Squad in Irvine, CA.
Even tho they lost I was rooting for them
Wow what a great video, can’t wait for part 2.
best content yet milly nice one
them 2021 2022 videos HIT DIFFERENT
Great video A Milly!