Backyard Buckets Basketball

Jen Fay
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Hoops focused conversations with players, coaches and basketball minds from every level.

  1. 04/28/2024

    Ep. 75 Analisse Rios | Strength & Conditioning in the WNBA: Become a Better Defender, Pre-Game Warmups & Favorite Recovery Tools (Head S&C Coach, Connecticut Sun)

    Analisse Rios is the head Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Connecticut Sun. She  dives into her experience working with the world's best athletes in the WNBA along with a behind the scenes look into program structure, communication with coaching staffs and creating player buy in. Topics Discussed: - How she structures her training camp workouts - communicating with the coaching staff - Improving lateral movement - Closeout technique - Pre/Post Game warmups & lifts - Creating buy in amongst the group - The importance of sleep/nutrition - Foam rollers & other recovery tools More on Analisse here Follow on Instagram

    42 min

  2. 11/24/2023

    Ep. 74 Dave Severns | Important Characteristics of Assistant Coaches & Lessons Learned in the NBA (Former NBA Assistant Coach and Director of Player Development)

    Former NBA assistant coach and director of player development Dave Severns joins the podcast to discuss all things coaching and share many of the lessons he learned during his coaching career. One of the best sharers of the game, Coach Severns is the founder of the online basketball resource Jymratt basketball where he has thousands of notes and information he's collected over the course of his career. Topics discused: - Loyalty, trustworthiness and work ethic - Staff dyanmics - Addressing conflicts with players - Triple threat and permanent pivot feet - Player development must haves - Preparation and coaching confidence Jymratt Basketball Coach Severns player development courses

    48 min

  3. 10/17/2023

    Ep. 73 Oney Harrison | How to Build Your Basketball Training Business (Owner of The Pack Basketball Training)

    Former college basketball player and founder of The Pack Basketball, Oney Harrison joins the podcast to discuss her journey as a player development and skills trainer. Oney has amassed a large audience on several social media platforms teaching essential basketball skills, footwork and drills for players of all ages. Her ability to teach and demonstrate is second to none and she shares some of her experiences and strategies that have allowed her business to flourish. Topics Discussed: Playing Career at Asbury & St. Bonaventure Opening up her own gym Gaining Clientele Structuring Workouts Managing players of different ages and abilities Shooting Development How social media has impacted her business Follow Oney on instagram More on The Pack Basketball

    49 min

  4. 09/19/2023

    Ep. 72 Steve Harney | Scheduling 101, Empowering Your Players & Developing Culture (Harvard WBB Assistant Coach)

    Harvard Women's Basketball Assistant Coach Steve Harney joins the podcast to discuss his first year on staff working for Head Coach Carrie Moore. Harney helped lead the Crimson to a 20 win season and has had multiple coaching stops at all levels. We discuss: - Building a competitive schedule - Taking over a new program - Staff retreats & developing relationships - Empowering players in the film room - Offensive concepts - In game coaching and how to help your head coach - Scouting reports & film analysis - Managing the demands of the job More on Steve here  Follow Steve on Twitter

    1h 5m

  5. 09/04/2023

    Ep. 71 Aleksa Gulbe | Inside the Success of Indiana WBB, Meeting the Standards & Embracing Competition

    Entering year 2 of her Professional basketball career in Spain, Aleksa Gulbe had a standout career as a Hoosier at the University of Indiana.  Hailing from Latvia, Gulbe scored over 1,000 points and grabbed over 600 boards in her college career.  Aleksa shares some behind the scenes into the Indiana WBB program along with her journey as a international player and the adjustment to attending school in the US. Topics Discussed: - International recruiting and the learning curve - Individual position workouts & practice style at Indiana - Meeting high expectations - Team chemistry and NCAA tournament success - Film study and scouting reports - Playing fast & staying organized on offense - Ball screen defense  - Differences between pro ball and college More on Aleksa's career as a Hoosier here... Aleksa's professional career

    59 min

  6. 08/19/2023

    EP. 70 Juwan Brown | Coaching in the NBA G-League, Film Study Tips & Learning from Tyler Relph

    Juwan Brown is the head player development coach for the Texas Legends, NBA G-League organization. He is also working as an assistant coach for the Winnipeg Seabears in the CEBL.    Topics discussed: - Differences between G-League & NBA - Bringing energy and commanding the floor - Film process and note taking - Presenting concepts to team - Starting workouts with 3s!? - Scouting Reports - P&R Concepts - Favorite actions and teams to watch - Learning from Tyler Relph - Daily disciplines More on Juwan here Juwan's Twitter

    56 min

  7. 07/22/2023

    Ep. 69 Day in The Life | Summer School Workouts, My Favorite Clinics & Recruiting

    Just a quick solo pod today catching you up to speed on what's been going on this summer! I discuss summer workouts at Quinnipiac, what i've been watching, listening to and reading along with some recruiting plans and getting more organized. For more content check out my YouTube channel where I document everything and share more basketball videos and behind the scenes of Quinnipiac Women's Basketball https://youtu.be/rOooIqj5prY

    24 min

  8. 07/15/2023

    HS Hoops Talk | 3 Keys to Get Recruited by College Coaches

    Bringing a new series to the podcast "HS Hoops Talk" where I will answer commonly asked questions and discuss topics geared towards high school hoopers who are looking to play at the next level! In this episode I discuss 3 major keys to giving yourself the best opportunity to be recruited! For more content like this subscribe to my YouTube Channel

    8 min
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Hoops focused conversations with players, coaches and basketball minds from every level.

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  • Creator
    Jen Fay
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    78
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Backyard Buckets Basketball
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