Rising Star Ella Peper

The guest is Ella Peper, who is ranked fourth nationally in the class of 2028 by ESPN. Peper discusses her busy summer schedule, player development, and her experiences with AAU and national team tryouts. The conversation also covers her recruitment process, training routines, and future aspirations in basketball. The episode concludes with a fun segment of rapid-fire questions, offering insights into her personal interests and habits.

Topics

00:27 Introducing Ella Peper

01:10 Ella's Summer and Training Regimen

02:06 Player Development and Skills

03:41 Strength Training and Nutrition

08:09 U16 National Team Tryouts Experience

10:48 AAU Season Highlights

14:40 Recruiting and College Prospects

18:25 Leadership and Future Goals

22:29 Dunking and Athleticism

24:42 Dreams and Aspirations

25:26 WNBA Expansion and Pro Dreams

26:34 Full Court Press: Rapid Fire Questions

29:09 Favorite Basketball Movies

31:18 Game Day Superstitions

35:17 Outdoor Basketball Games

36:49 Favorite Jersey Numbers

38:34 Excitement Beyond Basketball

40:50 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts