NBA Champion and Kansas legend Scot Pollard goes scorched earth on the state of AAU basketball and opens up about the heart transplant that saved his life.In this episode: We sit down with 11-year NBA veteran Scot Pollard for a wide-ranging conversation on basketball and life. Scot breaks down the current Kansas Jayhawks squad, gives his unfiltered take on the NIL era, and explains why he believes AAU culture is "ruining" young athletes by feeding their egos. We then pivot to his harrowing health journey—from being the tallest man to ever receive a heart transplant to the moment he realized he was weeks away from death. Scot shares how his wife saved him from giving up and challenges listeners to leave a legacy of kindness, not just stats.About Scot Pollard: Background: 11-Year NBA Veteran (Kings, Celtics, Pacers, Pistons, Cavs) Role: Kansas Jayhawks Legend & Reality TV Star (Survivor) Known for: Elite rebounding, unique personality, and surviving a complex heart transplant.🔗 Connect with Scot Pollard: Charity Website: https://pearlsoflife.org X: https://x.com/ScotPollard31⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction: Kansas Basketball & The Bill Self Era 04:15 - The Truth About NIL & The Transfer Portal Chaos 07:30 - Why Scot Pollard Didn't Want a Standing Ovation at Allen Fieldhouse 11:00 - The "Ego" Problem: Why Talented Players Fail in the NBA 16:15 - "AAU Has Destroyed Basketball": The Problem with Parents 23:30 - Growing Up Poor: How Welfare Shaped Scot’s Character 27:00 - The "Pearls of Life" Charity: Helping Families During Transplants 31:45 - The Diagnosis: "I Was Weeks Away From Dying" 35:20 - The Mental Slap: How Scot’s Wife Saved His Life 40:00 - Living on Bonus Time: Life with a Pacemaker 44:15 - The Miracle of Organ Donation (Vanderbilt vs. Canada) 48:30 - Scot’s Legacy: Being a Good Human Basketball📚 Resources Mentioned: Pearls of Life Charity: https://pearlsoflife.orgConnect With Zach and The SchuZ Show Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@zachschumaker/featuredFollow Zach "SchuZ" Schumaker: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachschumaker/ X: https://x.com/ZachSchumaker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zach.schuz.schumaker TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachschumaker LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachschumaker/The SchuZ Show: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theschuzshow/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSchuZShow/About The SchuZ Show: The SchuZ Show delivers unfiltered boxing news, fight predictions, and elite basketball analysis. Hosted by Zach Schumaker, we go beyond the headlines with deep-dive interviews, NBA breakdowns, and college recruiting updates. Join the movement for real sports talk where it’s First Jesus Then Family Over Everything. Subscribe for daily coverage.Check out my other shows: Path of the Cross Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@PathoftheCrossPodcast The Iron Compass: https://www.youtube.com/@TheIronCompassShowHashtags: #ScotPollard #TheSchuZShow #KansasBasketball #AAU #NBA #HeartTransplant #BillSelf #NIL #YouthSports #SacramentoKings #Survivor #OrganDonation #AthleteMentality #Jayhawks

Josh Padley went from installing solar panels to fighting Shakur Stevenson on four days' notice. Now, he's ready to shock the world again.In this episode: We sit down with British lightweight contender Josh Padley ahead of his European Title fight. Josh opens up about his breakout year, detailing how he went from the small hall circuit to upsetting Mark Chamberlain at Wembley. He gives us the inside story on taking the Shakur Stevenson fight on short notice, what it was really like to share the ring with a pound-for-pound star, and his honest thoughts on the controversial scorecards. Josh also reveals the brutal financial reality of being a professional boxer, balancing a 9-to-5 job as an electrician, and why he's now dropping down to Super Featherweight to chase world titles.About Josh Padley: Record: 17-1 Division: Super Featherweight / Lightweight Known for: Upset victory over Mark Chamberlain and going 9 rounds with Shakur Stevenson.⏱️ Chapters: 00:00:00 The Phone Call That Changed My Life Forever00:00:40 Welcome to The SchuZ Show: Josh Padley Interview00:01:10 Preparing for European Title Fight Week00:02:13 The Mark Chamberlain Breakout Moment at Wembley00:03:13 Advice for Boxers Waiting for Their Big Shot00:04:16 False Promises and Returning to the 9-to-500:05:39 The Brutal Business Side of Professional Boxing00:06:45 Why I Risked My Undefeated Record for Shakur Stevenson00:07:50 Earning Respect: My Mindset Inside the Ring00:08:55 What It’s Really Like Fighting Shakur Stevenson00:10:25 Using a World Title Loss as a Confidence Booster00:12:06 Balancing Full-Time Work with Pro Boxing00:13:30 Almost Quitting the Sport Before the Big Call00:15:39 The Difference Between Working Class and Full-Time Athlete00:16:50 Why I Chose a Trade and Became an Electrician00:17:46 Moving Down in Weight: The Decision to Fight at 13000:19:54 Settling Into the Super Featherweight Division00:21:23 Reaction to Controversial Scorecards vs Reese Bellotti00:22:10 The Reality of Judging Problems in Boxing00:23:24 Developing a Technical Mastery Fighting Style00:25:28 What a European Title Means for My Legacy00:26:01 Breaking Down the Upcoming Fight on January 31st00:27:18 The Shift from Being the Hunter to the Hunted00:28:12 Rapid Fire Fight Predictions: Kelly vs Metcalf & More00:29:34 Is Shakur Stevenson a Top 5 Pound-for-Pound Talent?00:31:11 Predicting Keyshawn Davis and Shushon Carrington00:32:41 Josh Padley’s Official Prediction for the European Title00:34:22 Potential Domestic Fights at 135 in the Future00:35:05 How One Phone Call Changes Everything in Boxing00:36:02 Grit and Determination: Josh Padley’s LegacyConnect With Zach and The SchuZ Show Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@zachschumaker/featuredFollow Zach "SchuZ" Schumaker: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachschumaker/ X: https://x.com/ZachSchumaker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zach.schuz.schumaker TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachschumaker LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachschumaker/The SchuZ Show: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theschuzshow/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSchuZShow/About The SchuZ Show: The SchuZ Show delivers unfiltered boxing news, fight predictions, and elite basketball analysis. Hosted by Zach Schumaker, we go beyond the headlines with deep-dive interviews, NBA breakdowns, and college recruiting updates. Join the movement for real sports talk where it’s First Jesus Then Family Over Everything. Subscribe for daily coverage.Check out my other shows: Path of the Cross Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@PathoftheCrossPodcast The Iron Compass: https://www.youtube.com/@TheIronCompassShowHashtags: #JoshPadley #TheSchuZShow #Boxing #ShakurStevenson #MarkChamberlain #EuropeanTitle #BoxingNews #FightWeek #SuperFeatherweight #BoxingLife #UnderdogStory #BritishBoxing #EddieHearn #FrankWarren

Welcome to The SchuZ Show—the ultimate destination for unfiltered boxing coverage and elite basketball analysis.Hosted by Zach "SchuZ" Schumaker, this channel is for fans who want to go deeper than the headlines. We don't do hot takes; we do deep dives. Whether it's the sweet science of the heavyweight division or the future stars of the NBA, we cover the stories that matter with a fighter's mentality.WHAT TO EXPECT: 🥊 The Fight Game: Fight previews, technical breakdowns, and post-fight analysis (Canelo, Tank, Heavyweights). 🏀 SchuZ Hoops: NBA trade rumors, Draft analysis, and college basketball scouting. 🎙️ Exclusive Interviews: Sit-downs with the athletes and coaches shaping the game.We operate on one code: F.J.T.F.O.E. — First Jesus, Then Family, Over Everything.Subscribe now for daily sports content.Connect With Zach and The SchuZ Show Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@zachschumaker/featuredFollow Zach "SchuZ" Schumaker: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachschumaker/ X: https://x.com/ZachSchumaker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zach.schuz.schumaker TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachschumaker LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachschumaker/The SchuZ Show: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theschuzshow/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSchuZShow/About The SchuZ Show: The SchuZ Show delivers unfiltered boxing news, fight predictions, and elite basketball analysis. Hosted by Zach Schumaker, we go beyond the headlines with deep-dive interviews, NBA breakdowns, and college recruiting updates. Join the movement for real sports talk where it’s First Jesus Then Family Over Everything. Subscribe for daily coverage.Check out my other shows: Path of the Cross Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@PathoftheCrossPodcast The Iron Compass: https://www.youtube.com/@TheIronCompassShow#TheSchuZShow #Boxing #NBA #SportsTalk #ZachSchumaker

In this episode of The SchuZ Show, special guest, Jayden Nunn, joins the show. He discusses his journey of faith, basketball, and finding his new home at Baylor. We also talk about his expectations for the upcoming season, his relationship with coach Scott Drew, and his memories of playing for VCU. After the interview, I give you my take on the Cam Akers trade, the Chicago Bears’ quarterback situation and the Bear's team situation, SchuZ's NFL power rankings after week two, and Shohei Ohtani. Don’t miss this episode of The SchuZ Show, where I bring you the hottest topics in sports with my unique perspective and style. Make sure you subscribe to https://www.youtube.com/@TheSchuZShow to watch the show. Thank you and God bless you all!

In this episode of "The SchuZ Show", I have a special guest, Trey Alexander join me. We discuss his decision to return to Creighton, his relationship with head coach Greg McDermott, and his expectations for the new-look Blue Jays. After the interview, I give you my take on the Aaron Rodgers injury, my NFL power rankings following week one, Giannis Antetokounmpo’s contract extension, and Draymond Green’s comments on the Warriors’ dynasty. Tune in for some hot takes, insights, and fun conversations on The SchuZ Show. Subscribe, rate, and review the podcast. Make sure you subscribe to https://www.youtube.com/@TheSchuZShow/featured to watch the show. Thank you and God bless you all!

On this episode of The SchuZ Show, I have a great guest, Kam Jones, one of the most talented college basketball players in the country. We talk about his Marquette basketball team, his coach Shaka Smart, and his NBA dreams. I will also share my views on Team USA basketball, the US Open, NFL week 1, and College football week 2 reaction. You don’t want to miss this entertaining and informative episode. Subscribe, rate, and review the podcast. Make sure you subscribe to https://www.youtube.com/@TheSchuZShow to watch the show. Thank you and God bless you all.

On this episode of The SchuZ Show, I have a special guest, Adam Fisher, who is the new head coach of Temple basketball. We will discuss his vision for rebuilding the program, his lessons from working with Jim Larrañaga, Jay Wright, and Micah Shrewsberry, and his philosophy of building true lifetime relationships with players. Adam Fisher will also tell us about his recruiting strategy, his coaching style, and his goals for the upcoming season. I will also share my thoughts on the FIBA Basketball World Cup, Nick Bosa’s huge deal, Christian Wood’s move to the Los Angeles Lakers, the six Mamba Programs, and the Chandler Jones and Los Vegas Raiders saga. You don’t want to miss this insightful and exciting episode. Subscribe, rate, and review the podcast. Make sure you subscribe to https://www.youtube.com/@TheSchuZShow to watch the show. Thank you and God bless you all!

On this episode of The SchuZ Show, I have two awesome guests, Mike Rhoades and Khalif Battle, who have made significant moves in college basketball. We will talk about their decisions, their challenges, and their inspirations. Mike Rhoades will tell us about his new role as the head coach of Penn State, his former star player Bones Hyland, and his thoughts on the Big Ten expansion. Khalif Battle will share his reasons for transferring to Arkansas, the ending of his Temple career, and his relationship with Jesus. I will also give you my thoughts on Mike Evans top 5 trade destinations, Cal, Stanford, and SMU heading to the ACC, week 1 college football recap, and a FIBA basketball world cup update. You don’t want to miss this fascinating and informative episode. Subscribe, rate, and review the podcast. Make sure you subscribe to https://www.youtube.com/@TheSchuZShow to watch the show. Thank you and God bless you all.