Mark Woods presents your regular British basketball podcast, covering the game in the UK and elsewhere, brought to you by the folks at MVP247.com.
In the latest edition of the MVP Cast, our guest is Sheffield Sharks guard Nick Lewis who tells us about running with future NBA stars in his youth, his second life as a businessman and stopping talent from falling through the gaps, and his rejuvenation upon his return to the BBL.
In the latest edition of the MVP Cast, we're joined Surrey Scorchers head coach Creon Raftopoulos who tells us about the pain of growing up in post-colonial Zimbabwe, his extraordinary parents, the coaching journey that began when his playing days were abruptly curtailed and the impending defence of the club's All Stars title. Sponsored by allstarsbasketball.co.uk
In the latest edition of the MVP Cast, we're joined by new Worcester Wolves coach Matt Newby who tells about his second chance in the BBL, his basketball journey, the recruitment process and the legacy of pro hoops in Leeds.
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In the latest edition of the MVP Cast, we chat to Sheffield Hatters head coach Vanessa Ellis ahead of the new Women's British Basketball League season. She tells us about the real challenges of financing a team, following the huge shoes of Betty Codona, her desire for a fix to the current system of bringing young females into the sport and the boon of being an assistant to the Great Britain team.
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In the latest edition of the MVP Cast, we look ahead to the new British Basketball League season in the company of commentator and sage Dan Routledge and discuss who the potential contenders and challengers might be and the state of the BBL entering the 2019-20 campaign. Sponsored by allstarsbasketball.co.uk
In the latest edition of the MVP Cast, we're joined by FIBA secretary-general Andreas Zagklis who talks World Cup in China, widening the net of basketball worldwide and what help might be offered to British hoops.
In the latest edition of the MVP Cast, we look ahead to the 2019 FIBA World Cup with Poland coach Mike Taylor who tells us about building a national team, his spell in the British Basketball League with Essex Leopards, growing up as the son of a coach and being a ball boy at the New York Knicks - and whether the USA can be toppled in China.
In the latest edition of the MVP Cast, we speak to coach, author and speaker Cornell Thomas about the lessons learnt in basketballing adversity, working with Luol Deng and nurturing young talent in the USA, approaching the mental health issues facing athletes and how the mindset of players can be a huge asset in the corporate world.
In the latest edition of the MVP Cast, we're joined by Great Britain men's captain Dan Clark who talks EuroBasket pre-qualifiers, going into the family basketball business, how the structure of British basketball can improve with the involvement of former players and what we should learn from Spain's development system.
In this episode of the MVP Cast, we chat to Great Britain centre Gabe Olaseni and new head coach Nate Reinking ahead of the FIBA EuroBasket 2021 pre-qualifiers against Kosovo and Luxembourg. Gabe tells us about the fresh vibe, the team's points to prove and what he's done with his money. While Nate explains why he took the role, his long-term vision to reach an Olympics and the emotional lure of a return to GB.
