Steve Hewitt and Ethan Fuller preview the upcoming girls New England prep school basketball season. They reflect on their first year covering the sport and discuss the refined strategies they're bringing into year two. The episode covers in-depth analysis and championship predictions for the NEPSAC girls' teams across different classes (AAA, AA, A, B Large, B Small, and C). Additionally, the episode features a trivia showdown between the hosts to wrap things up.

Topics

00:26 Reflecting on the Past Year

00:55 Previewing the Girls' Basketball Season

01:33 Insights on Team and Player Development

08:31 Class AAA Teams to Watch

09:42 Tilton: The Defending Champions

15:58 New Hampton: A Strong Contender

19:30 Other Notable AAA Teams

24:13 Class AA Overview

26:53 The Overachievers

29:33 Worcester Academy's Underrated Potential

30:17 Austin Prep: Rising Contender

32:40 Class A Championship Predictions

36:54 Class B Large and Small Breakdown

42:00 Class C Championship Pick

46:18 Full Court Press Trivia Showdown

53:47 Closing Remarks and Season Excitement

Steve and Fuller are joined by Brad Felman to delve into a comprehensive preview of NEPSAC basketball. The conversation covers key prospects, teams, and potential champions across various divisions, including AAA, AA, A, B Large, B Small, and C. Highlighting standout schools like Newman, St. Thomas More, Cushing, and Milton Academy, the hosts and guest provide insights on players to watch, sleeper picks, and breakout stars for the upcoming season. The episode is packed with detailed analysis, predictions, and stories from the basketball landscape in New England.

Topics

00:27 Special Guest: Brad Felman

00:39 Prep Boys Preview Show

00:54 Brad's Busy Fall and Open Gyms

02:08 Local Food Recommendations

03:37 Class AAA Basketball Preview

04:17 Newman School's Dominance

07:34 St. Thomas More and Other Contenders

08:48 Darrow School's Rising Talent

09:28 Vermont Academy and Other Teams to Watch

17:01 Putnam Science Academy's Strong Start

20:17 Class AA Basketball Preview

29:58 Electric Performance and Potential

30:16 St. George's and ISL Champs Discussion

31:46 Cushing Academy's Depth and Potential

33:08 Class A Championship Contenders

44:05 Class B Large and Small Teams

51:25 Sleepers and Breakout Players

55:52 Excitement for the Upcoming Season

Steve and Ethan welcome Lindsay Miller, newly appointed head coach at Needham High School. Lindsay discusses her background as a player from Westwood High School with multiple records, her playing days at Harvard, and her coaching experiences at Harvard and Rivers. She delves into her work as a certified mental performance consultant, focusing on how she helps athletes, coaches, and teams maximize performance and manage anxiety. Lindsay shares insights on the importance of positive self-talk, mindfulness practices, and the impact of community in sports. The conversation also covers her thoughts on intentional fouling and flopping in basketball. The episode concludes with a fun segment discussing rules with producer David Yas.

Topics

00:27 Introducing Lindsay Miller: New Head Coach at Needham

01:38 Mental Performance Consulting Explained

04:16 Common Stressors Among Young Athletes

05:41 The Impact of Social Media on Athletes

08:19 Differences in Mental Health Between Male and Female Athletes

13:11 Mindfulness and Mental Exercises for Athletes

20:24 Lindsay Miller's Return to Coaching at Needham

24:56 Lindsay Miller's Unique Career Path

26:22 Lessons from Harvard Coach Kathy Delaney Smith

27:54 The Legacy of Kathy Delaney-Smith

30:43 Harvard's Tournament Run and Coaching Rivalries

32:11 Memorable Players and Toughest Matchups

34:12 Full Court Press: Basketball Rules and Strategies

46:36 Concluding Thoughts and Farewell