The Extra Pass

Melbourne United
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NBL All-Star and NCAA Champion Adam Ballinger and Australian basketball legend Brad Newley talk all things basketball with past and present stars of Melbourne United Basketball Club.

  1. 5 FEB

    Tyson Walker talks moving across the globe and thriving in the NBL

    After our extended break, The Extra Pass is back! This week, Adam is joined by fellow Michigan State alum, Tyson Walker, to talk about his move to Australia. The pair reminisce about their time playing for the Spartans, while getting into the what it's like to move across the globe to play in a country you know nothing about. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    22 min

  2. 17/12/2025

    Dean Vickerman answers YOUR questions in this special Q&A episode

    This week, Adam is joined by Head Coach, Dean Vickerman, for a special Q&A edition of The Extra Pass. The pair get into everything from Melbourne United's recent slump in form, coaching advice, and why Dean no longer wears his iconic coaching blazers anymore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    23 min

  3. 10/12/2025

    Fabijan Krslovic breaks down the art of the 'wall up' and his career-best defence

    This week, Adam is joined by first time guest, Fabijan Krslovic. The pair break down how United will look to bounce back after two losses in Round 11, how he has become one of the league's best 'wall up' defenders, and Fabijan's love for OG Pokemon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    32 min

  4. 02/12/2025

    How Kyle Bowen and his 'Gritty not Pretty' mindset is helping United in NBL26

    This week, Adam is joined by 'Mr Gritty not Pretty', Kyle Bowen following the FIBA Window Break. The pair discuss some of the keys to the team's success this season, how Bowen prepares for games with his work in the gym, before getting into another classic edition of the Fast Five. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    20 min

  5. 18/11/2025

    David Barlow breaks down the keys to United's success this season

    This week, Adam is back to talk to Assistant Coach David Barlow. The pair discuss the season so far, what has impressed Barlow the most about how the team is performing, and dive deep into some tips for young players and coaches. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    23 min

  6. 11/11/2025

    Jamie Uhr-Henry talks through his favourite Melbourne United memories

    Ahead of our annual Member Appreciation Game, Ben is joined on the podcast this week by Foundation Member Jamie Uhr-Henry. The pair talked through the 22-year-old's fandom for United, some of his favourite moments across his time following the club, and his own sporting journey, which has seen him join the Hawthorn Hawks as a Category B Rookie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    19 min

  7. 29/10/2025

    Jack Fleming takes us on his coaching journey

    This week on the show, Adam is joined by Melbourne United Assistant Coach Jack Fleming ahead of our huge Indigenous Round game against the Sydney Kings. Fleming broke down his coaching journey to date and talked through the team's perfect 9-0 start to the season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    21 min

  8. 22/10/2025

    Tanner Krebs' dad-strength propelling him to a career-best season

    This week on the show, Adam is joined by Tanner Krebs ahead of his 150th NBL game. Currently in the midst of a career-best season, Tanner talked about how becoming a father has provided him with perspective, which also motivating him to new heights on the court. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    18 min
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About

NBL All-Star and NCAA Champion Adam Ballinger and Australian basketball legend Brad Newley talk all things basketball with past and present stars of Melbourne United Basketball Club.

Information

  • Creator
    Melbourne United
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    64
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    The Extra Pass