Player Development (The Next Step) •
@ExposureOTR
Evaluator/Camp Director • Team Temple AAU NY2LA Director
@templelifehoops
• LETU MBB Alum 🏀 • IG: chrishynes3
Do you actually love basketball? Or is your “love” for it conditional….
Are you happy to just be able to play everyday. Or do you only enjoy it if you score the points / get the tweets / get a video
Gotta figure that out
UPSET ALERT! (Or is it)
@ny2lasports
3D Empire beats the
#1
team in the country in Phenom U EYBL 48-52
Coach Shawn Ward does a fantastic job putting his boys in position. & his dudes compete their ass off regardless of matchups.
Anthony Black is Top 25 💯
@3dHoopsAcademy
🗣🗣 Your WANT to score can’t be so great, that you’re ok with sacrificing decision making! This applies to young kids & pros alike‼️ Let’s be clear!
Excerpt from
@ExposureOtr
2026 Freshman Orientation. Listen to real conversations we have at our camps!
@bigsloan32
@Leftisland88
Amaree Abram ‘22 Summer Creek HS is the DEFINITION of smooth operator. Cool calm collected, poised, and elite in the PNR at
#Terrific24Hou
@bigsloan32
| That Summer Creek backcourt next year looking scary!
@amareeabram
Imagine having to play both of them…
then the next night play Danuel House…
then night after that play Kelly Oubre Cam Ridley…
Then repeat bc they’re in your district. Welcome to my life 2012 🙃
My favorite twins in basketball history: The Harrison Twins from Richmond, Texas.
ESPN Class of 2013
1: Andrew Wiggins
2: Jabari Parker
3: Julius Randle
4: Aaron Gordon
5: Andrew Harrison
6: Joel Embiid
9: Aaron Harrison
50: Zach LaVine
CONTROVERSY IN STRATFORD!!!!
@ExposureOtr
Stratford 61
Strake 58
After a HUGE shot by Jace Posey to tie the game. Stratford inbounds the ball and hits a buzzer beater from 60 feet!!!! Fans storm the court. But there is deliberation on if the basket counted. BASKET IS GOOD!
Players, be sure to thank your coaches & show them appreciation. Some had to drive you hours to your game- coach multiple teams multiple games in 1 day- feed you- wake up do it again- drive you home- get home late- and then go right back to work on Monday!
Your coaches care!
Being an aau basketball coach is so trying. I can only speak for myself, but people don’t see how much investment & commitment you really give to these kids. That coupled w/ everything extra 🙄 you have to deal with coaching and running a team. It’s truly a juggling act.
6’5 G Jaxon Olvera. A top TX unsigned sr. Starting, playing nationally, & WINNING 19-4! Coached by Jermaine O’Neal
A sniper who shoots 40% from 3, in today where coaches NEED shooting 🤷🏽♂️ Good decision maker + good athlete. Can create & playmake in PNR
@bigsloan32
@TheTB5Reports
I feel like all high school players should be watching the Southland Conference tournament championships here in Katy. You think you can play at the level, come sit down IN PERSON and see what it actually looks like‼️
Post Game Interview w/
@AmboreeCamron
@bigsloan32
@ExposureOtr
#OTRShootout
Cam LIT up the nets & hit the game winning buzzer beater 3 to give Shadow Creek a hard fought win over Manvel! Here we talk about hitting the shot - meshing w/ new teammates - & helping SC get to state!
PLAYERS PLEASE LISTEN‼️
Do not wait til you score a couple baskets to start having a motor!!!!!!Move fast and with a sense of urgency from the jump! YOU’LL GET MORE DONE!
We HAVE to give players the reality of their hoop game. But more importantly supply them w/ the necessary tools to understand how to change their reality!💎
Cultivate the mind! The mindset is where the real growth takes place‼️
@TempleTCenter
= REAL PLAYER DEVELOPMENT ☑️
POST GAME INTERVIEW w/
@CoachAMFobb06
of
@MCRamsHoops
His boys played great going undefeated at the OTR Fall Shootout!
@ExposureOtr
@bigsloan32
I talk w/ coach about:
🆚 Competition & atmosphere of the event
🪢 Getting his guys to gel & mesh together
🗣 Emphasis at practice
One step inside
@Tabchoops
#TABCShowcase2022
and it’s standing room only filled with tons of college coaches! Enormous opportunity for players to make a splash in their recruitment. Good atmosphere
POST GAME/
@amareeabram
A top performer in RCS Sports
#Super16
; watching him &
@SummerCreekBas1
the past couple wknds he’s looking the part & meshing well! Helluva season coming!
We talked differing play styles - fitting in w/ new teammates - & growing his game!
@ExposureOtr
PLAYERS OF THE DAY
@TXInvitational
‘26 Donovan Criss had the strap super loaded! His 7 3fgs really gave Brennan the extra edge in their win today. Smooth release no wasted motion. Understands spacing! Getting INVALUABLE experience starting as a freshman!
@ExposureOtr
DJ Richards (‘21 Cy Creek) was the spark for
@RLewisAcademy
big win over the Take My Talent team at
#Terrific24Hou
@bigsloan32
| DJ trying to make sure everyone remembers he is more than just a shooter; he is a playmaker!
@DJRich727
Maybe I’m part of the problem! But parents/adults making it hard to continue to do grassroots. It’s so polluted w/ DECEPTION, ‘monkey see monkey do’, lack of realizations. Ppl will scrap their human values. I just try to be genuine in hoops & it’s becoming impossible to recognize
POST GAME:
@gelie_6
Gaston Elie was undoubtedly a Top 5 performer at the
#OTRShootout
He’s starting to stack up elite games, & is a MAJOR stock riser📈
Here we talk playing for his dad this summer - growing into his new role at Memorial - & what the team needs to be successful
TIMING IS EVERYTHING. Patience is the key. Sometimes it’s just not your time, YET! You have to be okay with that. You have to continue to see the end goal in mind, and take the necessary steps to get there. Sometimes getting there means you will have to do something different!
#OTRDFWSHOOTOUT
@ExposureOtr
UPDATE ⬇️
Pinkston beats Goods Vision 53-50 on a buzzer beater 3 by Dink Pate! Good back and forth game. Dink’s pace & pressure on the defense is immense. NuNu Jones bink bink game and vision! Rashad Simpson 18p flamethrowing from deep.
To be honest.. I get it w/ shoe circuits
But after witnessing/playing in
@TheTB5Reports
Who Want The Smoke... this is what AAU should look like! Every1 getting a chance to compete against each other & see who’s top dawg! Every1 can see how much improvement they need! No ducking!
#15
SoCal Academy wins a grind it out game on the defensive end down the stretch over PSAT 46-44!
#HoustonTipoff
@ExposureOtr
Paul Dual stole the show. True PG who really slithers into the paint for crafty finishes and nice drop offs. Defensively handsy for pokes!
13p 10reb!
Had to go pull up and support my boy 5! Just told him to stay working, be present everyday, and the breakthrough will come! Much love boy. You know what it is🤘🏽
@GogetitJohnJohn
🗣 PLAYERS! Will you please read the 2nd level of defense and stop running the guy over. Euro, pro hop, swing step, body control... use something to avoid please. I know you want to score and you think it’s open, but buddy is standing right there to take a charge. Expect it
All the best PGs in college basketball are from Texas!!
Isaiah Stevens
Mike Miles
Kendric Davis
Marcus Sasser
Max Abmas
Not to mention:
Anthony Black, Cason Wallace, Keyonte George are all projected lottery!
Antoine Davis
#1
in PPG
PJ Byrd
#7
in APG
Sahvir Wheeler
AZ Compass beats 7 Lakes 50-65
#HoustonTipoff
@ExposureOtr
AZ Compass too much athleticism & speed!
AZ: Tru Washington 18p, a MAN in transition!
Marcus Allen competitor, defender, animal running the lanes!
7L: ‘26 Nas Price is Tier 1! 16p
Josh Akpovwa best he’s ever played!
When we mention Keyonte George please make sure we mention how great of a passer he is! Vision. Makes tons of pitch aheads; full court bounce passes... all passes have pace & are on time on target. Understands balance of passing & scoring
#IMOMDC
@AssaultSouthern
@Keyontekg1
I would just like to point out that over the last 2-3 years I’ve had these kids in just my EVERYDAY circle…
John John Massie
Jake Arnold
Jesaiah McWright
Shey Eberwein
Tyshawn Archie
CJ Hadnot
Jaxon Olvera
Bubz Alvarez
Jacob Hudson
CJ Barnes
JJ Laboy
*P.S there are others too*
BALL SCREEN WORK📝
When x5 (big’s defender) is in drop coverage - one possible solution is to dribble hold in the pocket to allow your big to roll and “seal the drop” defender. You can then now attack right off his back and find your shot around the paint
Learn game solutions!✅
POST GAME//
@Jake_arnold19
Had the pleasure to interview my boy at the
#OTRShootout2
Super high character individual. Most didn’t know he had a couple D1 offers 👀
We talked committing to HBU - how he feels he fits in - and goals for his senior season!
Happy for you Jake!✊🏽🤞🏽
If you don’t wanna be coached hard, and held to a STANDARD…. I am not the coach for you! I’m gonna be on your A$$! Bc I will always CLEARLY tell you what to do. You don’t get to NOT do your job… At that point you know what to do… I can’t accept mediocrity.
🗣 Are you a real sniper?! All of the true snipers Redick, Korver, Duncan Robinson, etc use this separation technique 🔫
Being able to run thru the catch & extend your steps gives you extra separation off the DHO/Pindown & can make all the difference in having an open look!👌🏽
If you’re upset about missing shots/not scoring - remember you are a BASKETBALL PLAYER! You are not defined by that. Make other plays! Find joy in screening your teammates open; getting rebounds; running in transition; getting 50/50 balls; clamping your matchup
#BeACompletePlayer
PLAYERS! I hope you pay attention to UofH basketball. Not in the biggest conference, don’t have the most size, don’t have those so called “pro prospects”.... BUT LOOK HOW HARD & TOGETHER THEY PLAY! These dudes are crazy disciplined/tough and compete at another level!
JAKE ARNOLD. That’s the tweet.
@Jake_arnold19
Last game of the season, parent appreciation night, senior night, district championship on the line? Jake showed up and showed out like it should be done - like a real HBU dawg.
The work don’t lie champ.
Good work! 🏹
GAME 8
#OTRThanksgiving
Legacy SSS gets big production from their guard play. Confidence spilling from these guards
@ExposureOtr
New addition Smurf Millender was HUGE for Legacy, defensive presence, finishing, & just WINNING impact 18p 5reb
X Tubbs Matthews 31p on 11/14 FG!
PLAYERS OF THE DAY
@TXInvitational
Bryce Smith got limitless paint touches. Was SUPER productive & made it all look effortless. Touch & timing on passes were A1! 20p 13ast 6stls
Peyton Whittington was tough cover! Shot the 3 ball well & finished thru contact! 29p!
@ExposureOtr
When you’re modest, they try to walk over you, try to “lil bro” you.
When you talk that talk, they try to find ways to discredit you, “turn you down,” too arrogant.
Don’t listen to THEY!
Treat the hate w/ ‘outta sight outta mind.’ ⭕️ tight
2022 we keeping that energy 🤝
Most times as a coach you have to be unafraid to tell the hard truths regardless if you think it hurts feelings. And if it does- you have to be unafraid to lose guys. Having sustainability; building culture… that is what’s necessary if you want to have a real program.
I’m seeing these kids don’t really care about losing. It’s right back to being friendly after the games. I’m not saying you should have a sour attitude..... but if I lose I’m not trying to do all that laughing and joking chummy energy. But that’s just me, to each his own.
Idk all the names in the 2026 class nationally yet… But all things considered:
USA basketball;
the moment, the lights, the pressure;
his unwavering confidence to perform;
skill set + impact + size + potential
Nas Price gotta be top 25 in the country📈
@price_nasir
Players if you’re struggling to figure out your situation & why it’s the way it is..
ASK your coach (or somebody who knows the game) to tell you the blatant truth about your game
At that point you can either:
a) accept the truth & fix it!
OR
b) dismiss it & don’t get better 🤷🏽♂️
FINAL
@ExposureOtr
Clear Brook takes down Atascocita 56-54! Smurf had the go-ahead game winning layup out of an iso
The Milly Boys were in full effect. Talk about impacting a game. I’ve yet to see many players as tough as they are. And they’re both leaders!
#TexasInvitational
FINAL
@ExposureOtr
Atascocita wins it 68-66 w/ 5 secs to go on a Conner Miller layup! Stayed poised, valuing possessions under pressure!
CE King battled hard on D. Crucial TOs against the press didn’t give them enough chances. Tyshawn Archie valiant effort with 38 points!
THE MENTAL is what gives you the advantage over everyone else. The sooner you figure it out, the better off you’ll be! Conquer the mind, achieve the success! 💪🏽
“Can you compete? Can you think? Can you do all those things when you’re dead tired?”
Coach
@chrishynes3_
handing out wisdom at the JLE Elite Camp today.
🎥:
@merixalexander
Day 1
@BallSoHardSS
@GDayHoopScout
Preseason Jam
We know this... but the Atascocita culture is impressive. How active & engaged players are on the bench is incredible. 2nd, their commitment to ball reversals & finding open man is elite, esp to be preseason
@AHS_Eagle_BBall
Shaun Dumas Academy holds on at the buzzer to beat Second Baptist 47-44. Last game still was a good one!
#HoustonTipOff
@ExposureOtr
PLAYER OF THE GAME
‘24 Jordan Moore had fingerprints all over the game. Ballhandling, extra help w/ rebs, defense. Super athlete in transition!
FINAL
@ExposureOtr
Crosby 62
Lake Creek 47
#TexasInvitational
Too much PJ Haggerty & Sean Elkinton controlling the game. Lake Creek got close but never got over the hump, needed timely shot making
Crosby:
PJ Haggerty 26p (16/16 FT)
Sean Elkinton 20p
LC:
Braedon Bigott 16p
It’s really simple...
Produce when your opportunity comes!
When you have the stage, perform!
🗣 No one argues with results!!
No excuses, take ownership of your play. Do that consistently and you will get everything you want 💯
BIG GUARD STATUS.
@GogetitJohnJohn
really 6’5 w/ it. Deceptively shifty; can play in ball screen & create opportunities for the team. Picks his spots to score from. You about to see a lot more from him, big season coming!
The Next Step
#TNSfam
x
@TempleTCenter
PRIVATE WORKOUT🤐
POST GAME/
@noah_kon
Led his team to championship of RCS
#Super16
, played ELITE defense & scored the ball well all wknd. Loved this interview very intelligent, you can feel the energy pouring out!
We talked
@HCHSAthletics
culture - defensive emphasis - how his game has grown
An olive has to go through 3 stages for its oil to run....
It has to go through the shaking, the beating, & the pressing.
Sometime you may feel like you’re going through the shaking beating & pressing.... but God puts you through all of that to prepare you for your “greater!!”
Players, if you miss a shot or play stop putting your head down every single time. You’re reeking of low self esteem. 1- Nothing positive is gonna come from that.
But 2- have/find confidence in your ability to make OTHER plays that impact winning!
STOP SULKING. Change it!
Got a chance to see Team CP3 17s...
Jaden Bradley?
Yep mhm. I don’t think he missed not 1 single read. Every play perfectly executed like you would teach it. Timing, instincts, feel, IQ, skill, defense, toughness... sheesh
Good people here. Shey played his last regular season game. And my guy
@BrandonUbel
came down from South Dakota to catch their boy & chop it up! Develop players. Develop relationships.
@EberweinShey
We got more work to do!
Quion Williams of Southern Assault is the type of player every coach NEEDS on their team. Gritty grimey & looks to compete defensively. Relentless pursuing loose balls. And has a good feel good body control w/ the ball in his hands... growing skill set
#IMOMDC
@AssaultSouthern
We ran it back for Year 2! Check out this candid interview from
@ExposureOtr
Fall Shootout w/
@CamronAmboree
We talked Year 2 w/ Shadow Creek 🦈Hot boy summer with 3D Empire 👌🏽 And why he felt Oral Roberts was the move for him! 🦅
Great kid, earned everything!✊🏽
@bigsloan32
Coach Chris energy in full effect at
@JLEnterprises
Be Elite National Camp!
Just being passionate and trying to inspire the kids to have pride & love this game! Gotta be the example!
I love this coaching stuff🤟🏽🎸
*Sidenote: my team won 33/40 quarters at the camp🫡
Pasadena Memorial tops The Woodlands 56-43.
@ExposureOtr
#HouTipOff
PLAYER OF THE GAME
‘24 6’9 Robert Miller started slow but really ramped it up. Super efficient from the field 9/14. 24p 7reb 4blks.
Did a little bit of everything. Dunks, threes, and low post work.
My “care factor” for basketball is very high. Everything matters to me. I give it & everyone my all
But it’s sickening investing so much time/effort/care for people who dont listen, no pride, no engagement, no willingness, entitled.
Why should I go above & beyond for that
Coaches yall aren’t hearing me 🗣6’4
@Jaxon2023
has been HOOPING! 23 & 31 pts in live period. Coaches I’m telling you if you need a shot maker, he is the one! POLISHED for any system. Everything we say we want efficient players to be!
@bigsloan32
@ny2lasports
@TheTB5Reports
#OTRShootout22
@ExposureOtr
UPDATE ⬇️ NULL MS
HUGE PERFORMANCE ALERT🚨🚨
‘23 JAXON OLVERA (New Caney) JUST DROPPED 40 POINTS IN A WIN at OTR Shootout Day 2!🤯 5 3FG, 5/5 FTS. Handle as a primary handler has been great. Shooter as always. Real feel as a scorer
@Jaxon2023
‼️
@ExposureOtr
invaded DFW for a Saturday only shootout! Some of the best talent in the country was on display!
Here’s recap of the event! A lot of teams and players we could’ve talked about but here’s what caught my eye!
⬇️⬇️
@bigsloan32
Day 1
@BallSoHardSS
@GDayHoopScout
Preseason Jam
AJ Ferguson is a prospect! The way he plays & his tools translate. Strap from 3, SPRINTS gets lots of transition dunks/layups. Unselfish & plays the right way. At a lengthy 6’5 that’s very intriguing 👀
@wws_Anthony
@CyParkHoops
As you may have heard, Team Temple is a go! We wanted to provide the ultimate experience of development/coaching/exposure/relationships & really put kids in a true environment for growth!
⚠️🚨We also forgot to mention that our teams will be SPONSORED! ⚠️🙌🏽
@TempLifeHoops
Wait no longer!
@ExposureOtr
@bigsloan32
Houston Fall Shootout was a success. A lot of talented players & teams. I tried to watch as many games as I could from sun up to sun down. I can only speak on what I SEE.. here’s what stood out to me!💯
⬇️⬇️⬇️
Less than 10 days in, in his FIRST games w/ Dynamic Prep- 6’5 G Jaxon Olvera was a top player in the
@TexasHoopsGASO
Jamboree! Right out the gates first name they mention!
@Jaxon2023
SHOT MAKER! PNR game. Athlete. Graduates at 17👀. One of the top unsigned players in Texas!
Some college hoops notes after being at last night game:
•Spin dribble is a MUST ADD
•If you can’t execute defensive strategies you CANNOT play! Can’t be late or slow
•Guards HAVE to be able to make passing reads. You’re rarely gonna be open so better know where to pass!
Night 1 of RCS Sports
#Super16
Summer Creek guards Amaree Abram, Jaleen Goodman, & Jaylen Johnson were CLICKING on all cylinders. Making shots, steals, assists. Those 3, Reyce Allen & now w/ more minutes for Jakeel Registe still meshes to an elite style of play!
@SummerCreekBas1
Preciate you big dog! 🙌🏽 I feel responsibile in making sure I teach the game, teach the right things, and share that knowledge bc everyone deserves a chance at being successful. I love it! 🤘🏽
The quicker players learn to play w/ physicality the better they’ll be. Carving out space & creating angles is all about technique & the WHEN/WHY to do it.
This “2nd dribble” bump concept helps when attacking! DETAILS 🎯
PART 1 is the bump & gather finish 💪🏽
pt2 coming next
iSchool takes down Concordia 67-53. Too much interior presence.
#HoustonTipoff
@ExposureOtr
PLAYER
Matt Reed was beyond solid. Great post positioning and creating opportunities on the glass offensively & defensively. Super smart always knows where to be 18p 14reb
@matt1reed
Seth Jones ‘22 strikes again!!! Dickinson turned the ball over w/ 3 secs left & gave up a bucket. Dickinson went into scramble mode trying to inbound- couple timeouts. Then w/ 2 secs left full court pass... Seth caught it BETWEEN 2 guys, & splashed a 3 FOR GAME! 🤧
#OTRShootout2
Let me tell y’all what my day looked like today...
8am-10am Open Runs
10am-11:30am Workouts
11am-12:30pm Workouts
1:30-2:30 OTR Unsigned Senior Showcase skills & concepts
3:00 Coaching
4:00-8:00 Refereeing
IM REALLY IN THE GYM! I don’t say much but just know! I see it all!
I believe there ARE certain kids who should be taken in this climate. Unsigned Jaxon Olvera is one of them
6’5 185 & shoots it at +40% level! Hoop game. Really good athlete. Decision making. Worker. It translates
@bigsloan32
@TheTB5Reports
@GASOBlue
@ACNY2LA
@GDayHoopScout
Light Tuesday work for yall. For all the players tired of coach telling you “stop dribbling” / players who dont know what to do when you catch the ball on the perimeter... here you go. GUARANTEED to work 99% of the time! “Double Shift”
📍TNS Skills Academy | Mon & Wed 8-9:30p 😉
🗣“2ND DRIBBLE” BUMP CONCEPT
*part 2*
📝‘1 Step & Euro’
DETAILS & NUANCES!🔑
No play is the same, so when you bump your defender he may land in various positions- so you need various finishing solutions!
MUST HAVE!🙌🏽 This concept is truly a game changer‼️💯
Man! It’s some guys out here who literally spend their ENTIRE days watching kids play…
(and ACTUALLY watching, not on their phones).
Not everybody doing that.
Respect and support those who really support you.
Being “committed, invested, or prioritizing” [basketball], doesn’t mean you only do the required work. It’s the extra work, the inconvenient, the uncomfortable work that shows you are really committed to your goals
You HAVE to be a dawg!
You HAVE to be tough!
Players ask yourself if you’re a dawg.. if you’re tough..
Then ask someone around you who will tell you the truth — ask THEM if you’re a dawg.. if you’re tough..
This 3d Empire vs Southern Assault is a MATCHUP!
Anthony Black is one of the best passers in the country.
Quion Williams is a dude. He’s super shifty and activity level too high
Yohan Traore dunks every. single. thing.
You can feel the smoke in the air!
#WWTS
@TheTB5Reports
OTR Tipoff was PHENOMENAL! People wonder why you have to pay so much..
You gotta pay to see Oregon, North Carolina, Providence level dudes!
You gotta pay to see Texas, UofH, Kansas St, A&M coaches sitting courtside!
You gotta pay to see 40 D1 players in 1 event!
@ExposureOtr
You know I’m always gonna be in somebody’s gym watching games watching kids. Gotta be a gym rat!
TX Boys Basketball Top 100 Camp & All N One Varsity finale took place today. Here are some who I felt stood out!!
@ExposureOtr
@bigsloan32
👇🏽👇🏽