hey tucker i watched like alot of ur videos now and everytime i watch them it feels like ur my coach i learned alot of things watching ur videos and tryouts are next monday and with these videos and other stuff u talk about my shooting, from the shooting video gotten better and i feel like i can create more space and i learned new moves for my bag i just wanna say thank you so much keep making these videos ill let you know if i make the team bro and thanks again.
Your channel exemplifies one of the biggest lessons I've learned in life through basketball. When it comes to achieving success, it's not just about being good, you also have to know how the system works. I call it playing the game, but basically a lot of very privileged people are privileged because they know how "the game" works/ how the system works. This is how privileged people stay privileged, because they have all this info that everyone else doesn't. But not to go on too much of a tangent, but I'm glad you are balancing how the power distribution by spreading all this information about basketball. It's truly a game changer, thank you Tucker.
I really appreciate this comment. It is so true, and I didn't really think about the whole process in this way. Not only understanding how "the game" works, but also you begin to realize how important connections are to really everything in the real world. I feel like the more you know, the more you have an obligation to share, so that is my goal!
Im glad you are telling players about the importance of exposure. Sometimes that gets under rated in modern youth basketball. I do some scouting for teams/agencies and often interact with parents and coaches. Many will say that "they will find you no matter where you play" but that is not exactly true. there is almost 30 thousand high schools in just the US. No coach or staff can see every player.
TY Tucker, I Subbed. TBH, I’m 35 and in my Masters program at Central Michigan. I have not used any eligibility and I have this crazy belief that if I continue training before work like I am that I would want to try and walk on at Michigan State during my hopeful PHD program in 3-4 years…. Who knows right?! 🏆🍿🏀
No offense bro but there’s absolutely no chance they’ll let a 40 year old walk on. The walk ons and preferred walk ons at schools like that are still very high level young hoopers In their prime. Did you ever have a shot at d1 when you were young in your prime even? I’m not being a hater but I played d1 and still coach right now and your plan sounds a bit delusional possibly from just not being informed enough.
@TuckerRichardson Luol blocked my buddies three point attempt so badly, my friend got a sprained wrist and Charlie swatted an interior shot so bad, it hit the push handle on the gym door hard enough to completely open the door. Then there was Ivey, picking dudes up full court and making life absolute hell for me and the other ball handlers. Like I said, not a fun time.
Hey as an 17 who plays overseas in Europe, should I look to go to a professional academy or a prep school after I graduate, I have received an opportunity for both but don't know what would be better for me if I'm trying to one day play d1
Hmmmm…I’m not really sure. It all depends on the situation. I did a prep year of high school and it ended up working out for me, but it is more about which spot is going to have more connections to get you to the next level!
I coach high school volleyball. How you get along with teammates is big. I had a college coach ask about one of my players. They had only seen game film. I mentioned that the video was a pretty accurate representation of what the player does and can do. Then they asked if my player was a good teammate. I told them honestly, and I think they removed that player from their list of recruits.
For sure, like I mentioned coaches have to recruit for the locker room as well as the court. No one wants a guy who is going to mess up the team chemistry!
Im a basketball coach people ask me what league like it matters but its fantasy but anyways I digress I'll draft anybody who an underdog and a hard worker
I’m 18 and never had the opportunity to play hs ball, when I lived with my mom she had me stuck in the house doing homeschool and by that time I was 16 with my dad we ended up being homeless I had to graduate early to start working and couldn’t afford aau. I’ve been running with some pros on the tbl one guy on the team thinks I’m ready but I need to hit the weight room up and get my mind better should I try to go pro at 18 or should I try to walk in college
Thank you for sharing this story. it is incredibly inspiring. I think going pro at 18 is going to be extremely difficult. If you have the opportunity to walk on at a college, that can be a great option because you not only will get to be on a basketball team, but you can also earn your degree.
@ yeah true I just have less of an opportunity with the college thing because I have little meaningful film and I have someone who will fund me to get me right and get me to these pro tryouts but idk if it’s too fast of a jump to try and make and and ik I wouldn’t be eligible for college after
@@Nlewballinyou can always tryout and then if it works out you’re a pro. And if it doesn’t you still have the option to go college. You have plenty of time as long as you’re actually developing skills and focusing on your ability.
Hey man I’m 14 years old guard in the Long Island Area I’m Near Luhi And Other Prep and Schools In New York how can I get recruited by better schools basketball season didn’t start yet but I want to know how to get more exposure if I do.
At 14, you aren’t even going to be on any college coaches radars. Most kids won’t even start to be recruited until their junior year of high school, so have patience and just keep getting better!
Love your big goals. You are still young, but in a few years if you want to play college in the US, then you can definitely be reaching out to schools.
I think follow some of the same steps. I played with 3 Canadians when I was in college, so you can definitely get recruited in the US if you live up north!
Yes, this video is for people like you! First of all, continue to get better because you are still young. As you go through high school, begin to reach out to schools proactively.
@@TuckerRichardson alr thanks but one last thing I've been struggling with my confidence recently when I play with the JV and varsity and just in general you have any thing I could do to get rid of that
I'm not expert on how international players can play in the US. However, I know going through national team programs can be helpful because they normally have more connections in the States. Also, US colleges do recruit international players, so reaching out to schools in the US can still be a good option.
It is really tough. Having connections in America is really helpful. I know a lot of guys go through their national teams to gain these connections but otherwise I'm not an expert on this challenge.
Im a junior in high school and got cut from my high school team despite being one of the best players there and my goal is to get a d1 scholarship before or during my senior year is there anything i can do?
It's a tough situation. You may have to start being realistic about your situation and just try and get a foot in the door at any college program. If you really feel like you are good enough, you could also try looking into a post graduate school of high school to give yourself more time.
Bro you’re not going to get a d1 scholarship if you got cut from your high school team. You have to play high school/aau especially and put up stats. If you can’t do that work your ass off and walk on at Juco and go from there but unless you’re literally one in a million there’s not d1 guys out there who couldn’t even play on their high school team. wishing you the best ! But I’d highly recommend being introspective and honest with yourself and maybe ask someone else objective in your life why you were cut and if you’re actually good? D1 is a huuuuge jump for even studs in high school a lot of the time. I played d1 and coach now and I feel like so many teen hoopers have unrealistic understanding and expectations of what it takes.
Are you in college ? Depends on your stats and what level you play + finding an agent. You’re not just going to get to play overseas without already being good in college. I have friends that played d1 w/me that were hoopers that are now playing in crappy dirty gyms in South America for 100 bucks a game and that’s still technically pro but a lot of people are misinformed about this and think they’re going to play in top Euro leagues which is slim to none unless you’re already close to an nba talent/high level d1 contributor.
Well, you won't know for sure. But you can look at their roster, see who the seniors are and try and figure out how many open spots they will have in the coming years.
You can still use email and social media to be reaching out to coaches. But I would wait until your Junior year to start doing this. Just make sure you have some good film you can show to coaches because obviously they aren't going to be able to see you play in person!
Okay, if you are 15 you still have a lot of time to get recruited. Once you get to the US, start using some of the things I talked about in the video like reaching out to coaches if your goal is to play college basketball!
I am a 16-year-old teen from Uzbekistan. Iʼve been playing basketball for about a year. I am not very good at it, but want to be a pro. My parents say I should learn maths, butfor me, the saddest moment in basketball is better the happiest one in maths. What would you do if you were me?
I think there is always a balance. If you truly love basketball and have a passion for it, I would try and pursue it and work as hard as I could. But also you need to not put all your attention on just one thing. Basketball is never guaranteed to work out, so having other skills and interests is still beneficial in the long run.
I'm 41 and live in France and still enjoys these videos and find them interesting!
Wow, thank you!
Don’t worry you’ll get a D1 offer soon enough.
I’m a 31 year old former D1 football player (SEC) and I still find these videos interesting. A lot of parallels with football recruiting.
Thank you, and yes, I think these shifts are happening for all sports!
Played D3 ball, got so much playing time and it was the best thing for me
College basketball is so great!
I sat on the bench D1
@@GregF-k7wfeel that
hey tucker i watched like alot of ur videos now and everytime i watch them it feels like ur my coach i learned alot of things watching ur videos and tryouts are next monday and with these videos and other stuff u talk about my shooting, from the shooting video gotten better and i feel like i can create more space and i learned new moves for my bag i just wanna say thank you so much keep making these videos ill let you know if i make the team bro and thanks again.
Of course, thank you for supporting! I'm glad you are improving, that is what it is all about.
Your channel exemplifies one of the biggest lessons I've learned in life through basketball. When it comes to achieving success, it's not just about being good, you also have to know how the system works. I call it playing the game, but basically a lot of very privileged people are privileged because they know how "the game" works/ how the system works. This is how privileged people stay privileged, because they have all this info that everyone else doesn't.
But not to go on too much of a tangent, but I'm glad you are balancing how the power distribution by spreading all this information about basketball. It's truly a game changer, thank you Tucker.
I really appreciate this comment. It is so true, and I didn't really think about the whole process in this way. Not only understanding how "the game" works, but also you begin to realize how important connections are to really everything in the real world. I feel like the more you know, the more you have an obligation to share, so that is my goal!
Im glad you are telling players about the importance of exposure. Sometimes that gets under rated in modern youth basketball. I do some scouting for teams/agencies and often interact with parents and coaches. Many will say that "they will find you no matter where you play" but that is not exactly true. there is almost 30 thousand high schools in just the US. No coach or staff can see every player.
The numbers of basketball players in the US alone is mind boggling. You're so right and this is why I am trying to get players to be proactive!
Great video. I have been telling this to my high school players for the past couple years now. I will be sharing this video with them.
Thank you, hope it can help them!
This even applies to other sports,son plays soccer and it's the same process great video
Exactly, thanks !
A lot of this does applies to other sports however there are also major differences from sport to sport.
TY Tucker, I Subbed. TBH, I’m 35 and in my Masters program at Central Michigan. I have not used any eligibility and I have this crazy belief that if I continue training before work like I am that I would want to try and walk on at Michigan State during my hopeful PHD program in 3-4 years…. Who knows right?! 🏆🍿🏀
Hey, it is definitely possible!
@@TuckerRichardson 🙏🙏
No offense bro but there’s absolutely no chance they’ll let a 40 year old walk on. The walk ons and preferred walk ons at schools like that are still very high level young hoopers In their prime. Did you ever have a shot at d1 when you were young in your prime even? I’m not being a hater but I played d1 and still coach right now and your plan sounds a bit delusional possibly from just not being informed enough.
@@MayorWilliesSideChick4prez 🏆🏆🏆
Can you get noticed if you’re at a small private high school and don’t play aau?
Going to have to be proactive! Get some film together and start reaching out to schools…
Yes, use online recruiting databases
Not a chance to play d1
@ d1 is the goal but any division or like juco or naia would be welcome
If your a bit older 18-23 range what’s the best way to get noticed? Playing and winning in tournaments and leagues?
Like you have already graduated from high school?
I played against Blair Academy when their lineup featured Charlie Villanueva, Luol Deng and Royal Ivey. Not a fun time.
Hahaha yes they had an insane team back in the day!
@TuckerRichardson Luol blocked my buddies three point attempt so badly, my friend got a sprained wrist and Charlie swatted an interior shot so bad, it hit the push handle on the gym door hard enough to completely open the door.
Then there was Ivey, picking dudes up full court and making life absolute hell for me and the other ball handlers. Like I said, not a fun time.
Hey as an 17 who plays overseas in Europe, should I look to go to a professional academy or a prep school after I graduate, I have received an opportunity for both but don't know what would be better for me if I'm trying to one day play d1
Hmmmm…I’m not really sure. It all depends on the situation. I did a prep year of high school and it ended up working out for me, but it is more about which spot is going to have more connections to get you to the next level!
I coach high school volleyball. How you get along with teammates is big. I had a college coach ask about one of my players. They had only seen game film. I mentioned that the video was a pretty accurate representation of what the player does and can do. Then they asked if my player was a good teammate. I told them honestly, and I think they removed that player from their list of recruits.
For sure, like I mentioned coaches have to recruit for the locker room as well as the court. No one wants a guy who is going to mess up the team chemistry!
lil bro really ruined a great player's career. this is why you coach grade school and not college. Hope those kids get a better coach!
The player was a good enough teammate to play for you ...why didn't you teach them better ?
Would love tips for producing an effective highlight video that will impress college coaches. My apologies if you’ve already posted one.
This is the type of thing we will definitely get into more in the Hacking Hoops community, working with players on highlight tapes, emails, etc!
Im a basketball coach people ask me what league like it matters but its fantasy but anyways I digress I'll draft anybody who an underdog and a hard worker
Thanks for the comment!
I’m 18 and never had the opportunity to play hs ball, when I lived with my mom she had me stuck in the house doing homeschool and by that time I was 16 with my dad we ended up being homeless I had to graduate early to start working and couldn’t afford aau. I’ve been running with some pros on the tbl one guy on the team thinks I’m ready but I need to hit the weight room up and get my mind better should I try to go pro at 18 or should I try to walk in college
Thank you for sharing this story. it is incredibly inspiring. I think going pro at 18 is going to be extremely difficult. If you have the opportunity to walk on at a college, that can be a great option because you not only will get to be on a basketball team, but you can also earn your degree.
@ yeah true I just have less of an opportunity with the college thing because I have little meaningful film and I have someone who will fund me to get me right and get me to these pro tryouts but idk if it’s too fast of a jump to try and make and and ik I wouldn’t be eligible for college after
@@Nlewballinyou can always tryout and then if it works out you’re a pro. And if it doesn’t you still have the option to go college. You have plenty of time as long as you’re actually developing skills and focusing on your ability.
Depends on how tall you are
Hey man I’m 14 years old guard in the Long Island Area I’m Near Luhi And Other Prep and Schools In New York how can I get recruited by better schools basketball season didn’t start yet but I want to know how to get more exposure if I do.
At 14, you aren’t even going to be on any college coaches radars. Most kids won’t even start to be recruited until their junior year of high school, so have patience and just keep getting better!
Does it work for me too? i'm an Italian 14 yr kid that is going to play in the nba, thanks🙏
Love your big goals. You are still young, but in a few years if you want to play college in the US, then you can definitely be reaching out to schools.
Hey I was wondering how you can do this if you live in Canada and want to play d 1 in the us😢
I think follow some of the same steps. I played with 3 Canadians when I was in college, so you can definitely get recruited in the US if you live up north!
I'm in 8th grade, and my coach is like the one at the start of the video 💀
Hahaha
Hey im a freshman in highschool and i live and a small town and i want to go d1 and hopefully make it to the league you have any tips
Yes, this video is for people like you! First of all, continue to get better because you are still young. As you go through high school, begin to reach out to schools proactively.
@TuckerRichardson ok got and when you mean schools do you me colleges
@@terryiscool12 Yes exactly.
@@TuckerRichardson alr thanks but one last thing I've been struggling with my confidence recently when I play with the JV and varsity and just in general you have any thing I could do to get rid of that
Any shooting tips?
Check out my other videos...
I’m in the 8th grade and I’m 6,6 219 and I want to go to the nba
You have plenty of time to get there!
Hey man I'm 15 so do u know how or even if I can get any US school offers to play I'm based in Germany
I'm not expert on how international players can play in the US. However, I know going through national team programs can be helpful because they normally have more connections in the States. Also, US colleges do recruit international players, so reaching out to schools in the US can still be a good option.
What would you recommend for international athletes? I'm with an agency but nothing seems to be working, can't even get replies.
It is really tough. Having connections in America is really helpful. I know a lot of guys go through their national teams to gain these connections but otherwise I'm not an expert on this challenge.
Would you recommend young European players to be interested in playing at the college level? Or are they rather irrelevant for recruits?
There are a ton of European players in college basketball right now. So yes, it is definitely an option if that is something you want to pursue!
Im a junior in high school and got cut from my high school team despite being one of the best players there and my goal is to get a d1 scholarship before or during my senior year is there anything i can do?
It's a tough situation. You may have to start being realistic about your situation and just try and get a foot in the door at any college program. If you really feel like you are good enough, you could also try looking into a post graduate school of high school to give yourself more time.
Why did you get cut? A coach is not going to cut one of the best players for no reason
Bro you’re not going to get a d1 scholarship if you got cut from your high school team. You have to play high school/aau especially and put up stats. If you can’t do that work your ass off and walk on at Juco and go from there but unless you’re literally one in a million there’s not d1 guys out there who couldn’t even play on their high school team. wishing you the best ! But I’d highly recommend being introspective and honest with yourself and maybe ask someone else objective in your life why you were cut and if you’re actually good? D1 is a huuuuge jump for even studs in high school a lot of the time. I played d1 and coach now and I feel like so many teen hoopers have unrealistic understanding and expectations of what it takes.
Do u have advise to get opportunities from pro leagues from overseas
First get an agent?
Are you in college ? Depends on your stats and what level you play + finding an agent. You’re not just going to get to play overseas without already being good in college. I have friends that played d1 w/me that were hoopers that are now playing in crappy dirty gyms in South America for 100 bucks a game and that’s still technically pro but a lot of people are misinformed about this and think they’re going to play in top Euro leagues which is slim to none unless you’re already close to an nba talent/high level d1 contributor.
@ thanks for letting me know. I was pretty good in high school before getting injured. But currently i play for club in a d2 community college.
How do I research if a school has a spot for me or not?
Well, you won't know for sure. But you can look at their roster, see who the seniors are and try and figure out how many open spots they will have in the coming years.
What about young HS players who can't go to The US for HS, how can we get coaches to notice us.
Good question
You can still use email and social media to be reaching out to coaches. But I would wait until your Junior year to start doing this. Just make sure you have some good film you can show to coaches because obviously they aren't going to be able to see you play in person!
hey what a foreign player that is coming to the US next year
You are saying you are a foreign player? Are you going to be in high school in US?
yeah i'm from Nigeria
and 15
Okay, if you are 15 you still have a lot of time to get recruited. Once you get to the US, start using some of the things I talked about in the video like reaching out to coaches if your goal is to play college basketball!
@@TuckerRichardson btw if you guys need a 6'4 shooting guard with a 7'0 wingspan give me a call
Do they pay AAU players to play now?
I mean high school kids can make money from NIL, but I’m not yet aware of AAU teams themselves paying kids.
They get paid from companies like Puma to show up and play in their circuit events
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Yeah because Tom Izzo gets none at MSU
Recruits? 😂
what about if u trash and broke
hmmm...I guess I can help with the first part, get better?
I am a 16-year-old teen from Uzbekistan. Iʼve been playing basketball for about a year. I am not very good at it, but want to be a pro. My parents say I should learn maths, butfor me, the saddest moment in basketball is better the happiest one in maths. What would you do if you were me?
I think there is always a balance. If you truly love basketball and have a passion for it, I would try and pursue it and work as hard as I could. But also you need to not put all your attention on just one thing. Basketball is never guaranteed to work out, so having other skills and interests is still beneficial in the long run.