In this episode, we break down the real college recruiting process for hoopers and parents. From understanding how exposure events actually work, to knowing when and how to email coaches, this is your roadmap to navigating recruiting without the hype.

Coach Jules shares insider tips from years of helping players get seen and signed — including how to build a player profile, what college coaches are really looking for, and the biggest mistakes players make on social media and highlight reels.

If you’re a parent wondering when to start, or a player dreaming of that scholarship offer, this episode gives you the game plan to make it happen.

Reclassifying—having a player repeat a grade to gain an extra year of growth and development—is one of the most debated decisions in youth basketball.

In this episode, Coach Jules breaks down the full picture:

• ✅ The potential advantages: physical growth, skill development, recruiting exposure, academic resets, and leadership opportunities.
• ❌ The drawbacks: social stigma, short-term advantage that may fade, academic concerns, added pressure, and financial strain.
• 🎯 Who it’s best for (late-bloomers, academic resets, D1/D2 hopefuls)… and who it’s risky for.

Whether you’re a parent weighing the choice, a coach guiding families, or a player wondering if reclassing could change your path, this episode gives you the clarity you need.

Want to start your own youth basketball organization but not sure where to begin? In this episode of Let’s Talk About It, Coach Jules shares exactly what it takes to launch a successful program from scratch.

Inside this episode:
✅ Pros / Keys: Clear vision, securing gym space, building teams, transparent pricing, and hiring the right coaches
❌ Pitfalls to Avoid: Rushing without structure, underpricing gym time, volunteer-only coaching, and lack of parent communication
🎯 Bottom Line: The first 90 days are everything — get your vision, gym, teams, and coaches right, and everything else scales.

Whether you’re a coach, entrepreneur, or parent looking to build something real in your community, this video is your blueprint to starting strong.

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In this very first episode, I open up about my journey from player ➝ coach ➝ founder and share the heart behind RISE.

Here’s what you’ll hear in today’s episode:

• 🏀 My basketball journey and how it shaped me
• 🌟 The mission: inspiring the next generation of student-athletes
• 📖 Why I started RISE and the opportunities I want to create for kids
• 🤝 What to expect from this podcast—transparency, storytelling, and community

RISE is more than just basketball. It’s about growth, competition, and building something that impacts lives far beyond the court.

👉 If you’re a parent, player, or someone who loves the game, this is where you’ll get inspiration, insight, and real talk about youth basketball and life lessons through the game.