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Making the Team

Conversations for high school basketball players and parents around the realities of what it takes to make a varsity basketball team. We interview coaches, players, and referees to give you an inside look behind the curtains of high school basketball.

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01:07:59

State Champion Coach Shares the Keys to a Successful...

Making the Team ·

2025/04/18

Coach Chad Sims, head coach of Davis High School in Kaysville, Utah, has won two state championships in the past 4 years in Utah High School Basketball’s highest class designation (6A). His teams are known for their physical defense, aggressive play, and disciplined teamwork. Coach Sims was kind enough to sit down with us and go over the keys to his program’s success over the past 14 years and what players and parents can expect from the high school basketball experience in an excellent program. Be

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00:37:10

The INCREDIBLE Work Ethic of Carlo Mulford

Making the Team ·

2025/03/27

Carlo Mulford is a 6'0" phenom point guard at Herriman High School. He just finished his Junior year and here are a handful of his accomplishments. • Team Captain• 1st Team All Region• Region 2 Most Outstanding Player• 1st Team All State• Crossed 1,000 Career Points• Herriman High's All Time Leader in Assists• 2nd Place finish in the State ChampionshipCarlo shares his thoughts on high school basketball, life, and his insatiable work ethic on and off the court. Please consider following us on

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00:28:19

6'8" SUU Commit - Cale Barclay - Shares His...

Making the Team ·

2025/03/27

Cale Barclay just finished up a stellar season at Herriman High School.• Team Captain• 1st Team All Region• Academic All Region• Region 2 MVP• 1st Team All State• Academic All StateCale shares his thoughts on basketball, life, and moving on after a tough loss in the State Championship Game.Please consider following us on social:https://www.youtube.com/@MakingTheTeamPodcast?sub_confirmation=1https://www.instagram.com/making_the_team/https://www.tiktok.com/@making.the.teamCHAPTERS0:00 Cale

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01:43:40

BYU's Winningest Basketball Coach Jeff Judkins Shares...

Making the Team ·

2025/03/26

Jeff "Juddy" Judkins has one of the most impressive basketball resumes on the planet. He was a high school sensation at Highland High School in Salt Lake City, Utah. He went on to play at the University of Utah where he is currently the 8th all-time leading scorer in Utes history - doing so before the 3-point line or shot clock era.To this day, he is the all time leader in minutes per game in a season at the University of Utah at 38 minutes per game. After his college career, he was drafted by the

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00:36:16

2025 Utah 5A/6A Boy’s Basketball State Tournament Recap

Making the Team ·

2025/03/26

We go over the 2025 Utah 5A and 6A State Tournament brackets and our reactions to the games we saw. Remarkable talent, passion, and players on the court this year with exciting storylines. Notable performances by:Coleman Atwater - Davis High6A Tournament MVPState ChampionCale Barclay - Herriman HighState Runner UpGavin Lowe - Olympus High5A Tournament MVPState ChampionPlease consider subscribing to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MakingTheTeamPodcast/sub_confirmation=1Be sure to follow us on

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00:19:57

The Basketball You're Using May Be Why Your Shot Sucks

Making the Team ·

2025/03/07

Is the basketball you're using affecting your shot? We measured 8 different basketballs to see whether or not the ball you're using in your pickup games is affecting your performance. If you're used to shooting with a particular basketball, and then play in a game that uses a different ball, your shooting percentages could suffer. We initially thought it was just a feel and familiarity problem. We learned that different basketballs actually have different weights, which will definitely

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01:01:39

Coach of the Year Explains How to Make a High School...

Making the Team ·

2025/02/26

Coach Doug Meacham is the head basketball coach of the Herriman High Mustangs in Herriman, Utah. They are the #1 ranked team in 6A headed into the 2024-2025 state tournament and have their eyes on a state championship. Coach Meacham shares his perspective around how youth and their parents can best prepare for high school athletics, cope with the challenges, get more playing time, and use this time to grow as individuals. High School Sports are a small window that can have lasting impacts on the

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00:26:58

THE BEST INDOOR BASKETBALL FOR SHOOTERS - Only Pure...

Making the Team ·

2025/02/11

True shooters can feel the subtle differences between basketballs. In this video, we review 3 of the most popular indoor basketballs on the market and compare them with 2 basketballs that used to dominate the market.Let us know which ball is your favorite. Want to send in questions for us to ask coaches and players? MakingTheTeamPodcast@gmail.com⏰Time Codes⏰0:00 Electric Pumps3:00 Eric's Top 5 3:38 Ball 16:00 Ball 27:54 Ball 38:57 Ball 411:33 Ball 512:23 Eric's Revised List14:47 Erik's

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00:35:21

The Ugly Truth About the Odds of Making it to the NBA

Making the Team ·

2025/02/04

The odds of a High School VARSITY basketball player of making the NBA is 0.03%. For every 10,000 varsity basketball players, only 2-3 will make it to the NBA. For every kid (and their parents) who dream of making the NBA, the harsh reality is that it is highly unlikely and maybe we should take a step back and appreciate the opportunities to make even a high school team. In this episode, you'll meet the hosts of the Making The Team Podcast: Eric Bland & Erik Soderborg. Submit your

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