The Ladies of TTN sit down with Mr. Dan Young, Executive Director of Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan. Mr. Young shares the necessary dialogue for our audience of coaches, players and parents to understand their goals and mission. For all coaches who are not members of BCAM, we encourage you to join and participate in all of the opportunities that the organization has to offer. You can join by visiting their website at: www.bcam.org

Through The Nets ~ It’s BIGGER Than Basketball

For the Love of Our Community (Youth, Schools and Organizations)

One of our Most POWERFUL Episodes yet! The Ladies of TTN sit down with Coach Dejai Foster, head boys coach at Hamtramck HS and Founder of Change The Mentality Organization. We will explore his drive, his passion, his LOVE for children and how it all has helped him get through a very difficult time in his own life. Please visit: https://youtu.be/06zKFgWpBmw

“For the Love of Our Community (Youth, Schools, and Organizations)” Episode 5 ~ Giving Back

The Ladies of TTN tap into the Community and reach out to Youth Football/Cheer Organizations starting with the West 7 Rams. The conversation gives a deep understanding about the history, the 2019 season, and their future plans.

“For the Love of Our Community (Youth, Schools, and Organizations)”: Episode 4~Youth Football Part 1

Through the Nets Season 3 Episode 3 interviews Corey Parker, head football coach at River Rouge HS. We’ve witnessed him partake in transforming/building an entire school/program while supporting and investing in a community filled with history and pride!

“For the Love of Our Community” (Youth, Schools and Organizations) ~ High School Football Part 3

The Ladies of TTN start this season with Coach Ty Spencer of the defending State Champions, Martin Luther King Jr. Senior High School! As they approach the start of their 2019 football season with an opening game on Aug. 31st against Catholic Central, we’ll discuss the history, success and future of their program! We’re SUPER EXCITED for Season 3 as we’ll learn more about the different people and roles they play in building relationships within our COMMUNITY!!!

“For the Love of Our Community (Youth, Schools, and Organizations)” ~ HS Football Part 1

The Ladies of TTN sit down with former Top 15 prep players in the country when there was NO SOCIAL MEDIA!!! One of Detroit Cooley HS Finest, Daniel Ferguson III aka “Big Dee” enlightens us on the pressure of Basketball, The Offseason, State Championships, NCAA experiences and POLITICS!!!

Season 2 FINALE ~ The Offseason w/Special Guest Daniel Lyton Ferguson

The ladies of TTN sit down with Marcus “Coach Marc” Webster. Together we explore the good, the bad and the indifference of AAU, Rankings and MHSAA rules and regulations; but most importantly we will take a look inside the men, the mentors and the legacy of REACH LEGENDS organization!!

AAU/Grassroots Basketball ~ The Legacy of REACH LEGENDS

“Is it about the kids or NOT? If we don’t stand for something, we will fall for anything!” Our special invited guests this week are Head Coaches of High School Boys Basketball Programs....Coach Brandon Barrett (UPREP) and Coach Juan Rickman (Ferndale). The ladies of TTN will engage in positive dialogue regarding our youth sports programs and MHSAA rules and sanctions. We’re looking to build relationships while generating possible solutions in an effort to help our children gain exposure and be successful in life!!

Season 2 Episode 8: (SPECIAL EDITION) Is it about the kids or not? If we don’t stand for something..

Episode 7’s special guest is Wendell Green Sr. owner/founder of Michigan Playmakers youth basketball organization. Tune in and engage with the ladies of TTN as we dive more into the culture and reasons for AAU/Grassroots basketball!

Season 2 Episode 7 ~ Part 2 of “AAU/Grassroots...is it worth it?”

Tune in as the ladies of TTN converse with Coach Julian Dozier, owner/founder of Detroit Elite Organization. He’ll take us down his road of truth, expertise and National Championships. Don’t miss it!!!

Season 2 Episode 6 ~ “AAU/Grassroots Basketball- Is it worth it?” Part 1

Tune in as the ladies of TTN sit down with Mrs. Jillian Blackwell, creator of Brilliant in Business as we discuss the off-season, being a mommy, wife and entrepreneur! Episode 5 will also include a special off season Informational session on upcoming summer events that your children can benefit from academically and athletically!

Season 2 Episode 5 ~ The Offseason “A Coach’s Wife and so much more Part 2...”

The ladies of Through The Nets sit down with special guest Tierra Haynes @mommyonthemove , creator of Mommyonthemove Podcast to discuss life as a mommy, wife of a coach and entrepreneur!

Season 2 Episode 4 ~ “A Coach’s Wife and so much more..”

The ladies of Through The Nets sit down with our special guests who include the hard working and dedicated Moms that started this journey on the same team together 6 years ago! Karla Woodland, LaTise Lemons, Jennifer Lind Manciel, and MeeMee Fisher. We engaged in memories, taking time for self and of course “our children!”

Through The Nets Season 2 ~ Episode 3 “Special Mothers Edition”

The Ladies of Through The Nets dive into Season 2 (The Offseason) with one of the most informative episodes ever! The Episode focuses on NCAA Rules and Interpretations. The information is geared toward helping parents and prospective student athletes as they work toward earning that scholarship they hope for! Special guest Mari Rakijas provides insight, experiences and facts that will help anyone on their journey to college sports!

NCAA Rules and Interpretations w/special Guest Mari Rakijas, OU Assistant AD of Compliance

The Ladies of Through The Nets begin Season 2 (The Offseason) with a great episode of Reflection and Gratefulness with the man who started it all and is responsible for their connection, Mr. Michael “Beetle” Eaton. Former coach is The Family 3rd grade team, the coach and the ladies share their experiences that have gotten them to today!

“The Beginning”

Basketball has brought us together, but overall we’re just Moms! Our mission is to help parents and their children navigate the game of life while balancing the challenges of being a student-athlete. We provide insight through our diverse experiences and resources to support families in making informed decisions impacting their future endeavors.

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Through The Nets ~ It’s BIGGER Than Basketball

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