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March 12, 2025

NIL Strategies for Athletes: How to Make Money in College

In this episode of The Business of Basketball, host Misha Horsey sits down with Rashad Campbell, a financial educator, NIL strategist, and COO of Advance NIL. With over a decade of experience guiding 50,000+ athletes, Rashad ...

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Jan. 28, 2025

The Role of an Athletic Director: Hiring, Recruitment, and NIL w/ Don…

Athletic directors balance it all: budgets, athletes, and the future of their institution. In this episode, Donna Woodruff offers insight into her role as Assistant Vice President and Athletic Director at Loyola University. S...

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Jan. 21, 2025

Inside the Unrivaled 3v3 Basketball League: Structure, Pay & Top Inve…

The next era of basketball starts now with the Unrivaled League. In this episode, my new co-host Max Donches and I discuss how this women’s league is changing the game and creating new opportunities both on and off the court....

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Dec. 11, 2024

How to Land a Job in the NBA

How do you go from basketball fan to key figure in NBA player development? In this episode, discover how Ricki Dean became the Senior Director of Player Engagement for the National Basketball Players Association. We go behind...

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Dec. 10, 2024

How to Land a Job in the NBA

How do you go from basketball fan to key figure in NBA player development? In this episode, discover how Ricki Dean became the Senior Director of Player Engagement for the National Basketball Players Association. We go behind...

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Oct. 30, 2024

How to Turn Your Counseling Degree Into a Career with Basketball Athl…

Youth sports shape young talent, but at what cost? This episode explores the connection between mental health and athletic performance in youth sports, highlighting the intense pressure young athletes face from coaches, paren...

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Sept. 24, 2024

Master Sponsorships and Marketing: How to Pitch and Land Major Brand …

When you think of careers in sports, two paths probably come to mind: coaching or corporate. But there’s a whole world of opportunities in basketball, and Mike Morak is proof that you can carve out a niche in the industry tha...

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Sept. 10, 2024

How To Raise $43 Million: The Hidden Secrets to Building a Successful…

It started with a love for basketball and a desire to uplift young people in the community: Philly Youth Basketball was founded to empower youth and bring opportunity to underserved communities in Philadelphia. Co-founder Ken...

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Aug. 31, 2024

How to Find Your Passion Job in Basketball

It’s not just a love for the game that sustains a career in basketball, but a blend of passion and strategic skills. In this episode, I speak to Mihai Raducanu, who’s leveraged his business knowledge and coaching expertise to...

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Aug. 14, 2024

Unlocking NBA Partnerships: The Secrets Behind SolePack's Success in …

Mike Sala didn’t sweat the hustle; instead he embraced it to grow his shoe accessory company, SolePack. From brainstorming the initial concept to navigating the industry with zero design experience — all while working as a ph...

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July 31, 2024

How to Become a Division I Coach w/ no Interview

How does a professional player who never wanted to coach end up the Director of Player Development at Temple University? Khalif Wyatt’s story shows how passion for the game can lead to unexpected opportunities and a career in...

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April 27, 2024

Trailer: The Business of Basketball Podcast

So many of us don’t know what’s next when the ball stops bouncing. Many times, you don’t even know where to begin. Great news, this podcast will give you exposure to various career opportunities in the game so you can find ou...

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