3on3 Hoops Pod
Welcome to the 3on3 Hoops Pod — the voice of 3on3 basketball and the secret sauce to player development.
Hosted by Coach Kevin Roberts (3on3 Live) and Coach J (ScoreHoops 3on3), this podcast explores how small-sided basketball is transforming the game from the ground up. We break down why 3on3 basketball is such a powerful tool for player growth — building basketball IQ, confidence, and leadership faster than traditional formats.
Whether you're a coach looking for fresh ways to train, a parent exploring better options for your athlete, or a player chasing the next level, you'll find insight, inspiration, and actionable takeaways in every episode.
We cover:
- How to incorporate 3on3 into your practices and programs
- The science behind small-sided play
- Real stories of player transformation
- Interviews with 3on3 leaders, coaches, and innovators
- Updates on FIBA 3x3, BIG3, and the 3on3 movement
Join the 3on3 Hoops Nation and be part of a growing community reimagining player development.
New episodes every Tuesday.
Listen, subscribe, and let’s grow the game!
Episodes
53 episodes
Why Some Players Get Better… and Others Don’t
What actually makes a basketball player improve?Not just drills.Not just talent.And definitely not just playing more games.In this episode, we were going back and forth trying to pick a topic…so we ended up having a ...
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They Gave Him 3 Practices. He Won FIBA MVP Anyway. | Caden Pierce | USA 3x3
What does it actually take to compete in 3x3 basketball at the highest level? In this episode, we sit down with Caden Pierce — Ivy League Player of the Year at Princeton, USA Men's 3x3 National Team member, and MVP of the 2026 FIBA 3x3 Champion...
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Why 3x3 Basketball Is Taking Over (Ft. The Voice of 3x3 Kyle Montgomery)
This might be the future of basketball.In this episode of the 3on3 Hoops Pod, we sit down with Kyle Montgomery — aka "The Voice" of 3x3 basketball and Olympic commentator — to break down what 3x3 really is… and why it’s growing so fast ...
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After 50 Episodes… Here’s What Coaches Still Get Wrong
After 50 episodes of the 3on3 Hoops Pod, we took a step back to break down what actually matters in player development.From overcoaching… to game reps… to the real difference between 3on3 and 5on5 — this episode is a reflection on every...
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The Truth About 3x3 Basketball (USA National Team Player Mitchell Hahn)
In this episode of the 3on3 Hoops Pod, we sit down with USA Basketball 3x3 National Team player Mitchell Hahn to talk about what it’s really like playing 3x3 at the highest level.From competing on the FIBA 3x3 World Tour to winning gold...
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What Two Coaches Taught Us About the Future of 3x3 Basketball
3x3 basketball is gaining serious momentum — and it’s not just us saying it anymore.After two powerful interviews with Martin Dyan (Rise 3x3 UK) and Coach Ras Vanderloo (USA Basketball), we started noticing something: coaches around the...
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Why Elite Coaches Are Paying Attention to 3x3 Basketball | Ras Vanderloo
In this episode of the 3on3 Hoops Pod, we sit down with Coach Ras Vanderloo, longtime head coach at Sioux City East High School, USA Basketball coach, and one of the most respected voices in high school basketball.Coach Vanderloo has:
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3x3 Is a Movement — Not Just a Format
In this episode of the 3on3 Hoops Pod, we take the conversation international.We’re joined by Martin Dyan, founder and CEO of Rise 3x3 in the UK — a year-round 3x3 basketball organization dedicated to growing the game from grassroots to...
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What Young Coaches Get Wrong (And What Experience Teaches You Instead)
In this episode of the 3on3 Hoops Pod, we sit down with Coach Marcus Ludwig, head assistant coach for the boys varsity program at Baldwinsville High School in Syracuse, NY, for an honest, coach-to-coach conversation about growth, perspective, a...
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Homeschool 3x3, Skills Clinics & What We’re Building at 3on3 Hoops Nation
Homeschool 3x3 basketball, skills clinics, and a different approach to player development.In this episode, Kevin and Coach J talk through what they’re building with each one of their 3on3 basketball programs and the 3on3 Hoops Nation — ...
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How to Handle Parents, Playing Time, and Player Motivation | Coaches Q&A (Part 2)
In this continuation of our Coaches Q&A series, Kevin Roberts and Coach J dig into the questions every coach eventually faces but rarely talks about openly:- How do I keep growing without a mentor?- How do I get my players t...
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Are You Coaching Too Much? | Coaches Q&A (Part 1)
In Part 1 of our Coaches Q&A series, Coach Kev and Coach J get real about the questions every youth coach faces but rarely admits:- How do I know when I’m coaching too much?- How do I get players to think for themselves with...
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Stop Overcoaching: Why Great Coaches Observe More
In this episode of the 3on3 Hoops Pod, Coach Kevin and Coach J unpack one of the biggest coaching traps in youth basketball: overcoaching.They share real stories from their own sidelines about how constant talking and correcting c...
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Why Confidence is Overrated | Shawnee Harle on Mental Toughness (Part 2)
In Part 2 of our interview with Olympic coach and mental toughness expert Shawnee Harle, we dive deeper into the psychology of sports:- Why confidence is overrated and the real difference between confidence and self-esteem- How ...
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Why Players Lose Confidence Under Pressure | Mental Toughness Coach Shawnee Harle (Part 1)
In this episode of the 3on3 Hoops Pod, we sit down with Coach Shawnee Harle, one of the most respected mental toughness coaches in basketball. With over 30 years of elite coaching experience, including two Olympics with Team Canada...
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3on3 Rundown | Big3 Champs, Youth Hoops Growth & Coaching Confidence
In this episode of the 3on3 Hoops Pod, we mix things up and cover a little bit of everything happening in the world of basketball and coaching:Big3 Champions & Takeaways — Our thoughts on the championship game, storylines from this ...
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The Confidence Crisis in Youth Basketball (and How to Fix It)
Confidence can make or break a young player’s development, on and off the court. In this episode, Kevin and Coach J dive deep into why kids lose confidence in basketball, the subtle signs coaches and parents should watch for, and pr...
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Basketball Film Room Breakdown: Fixing 5on5 Mistakes with 3on3 Habits
In this episode, we step inside the Basketball Film Room to break down real game footage and reveal why so many 5-on-5 mistakes happen and how 3-on-3 habits naturally fix them. Coach Kevin and Coach J walk through specific plays while fo...
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USA Basketball’s Don Showalter on Why 3on3 is the Future of Player Development
In this episode, we revisit one of our favorite conversations with legendary USA Basketball coach Don Showalter. A 10-time gold medal winner and one of the most respected leaders in youth development, Coach Showalter has coached countless NBA s...
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Why 3on3 Basketball Became My Life’s Work
In this solo episode, Coach Kevin opens up about his personal journey from falling in love with basketball as a kid, to rediscovering his purpose through coaching, to launching a 3on3 league that’s giving overlooked players new hope.If ...
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The 3on3 Starter Kit: How to Use 3on3 for Player Development
Episode 33 of the 3on3 Hoops Pod is here, and we couldn’t let “33” go by without making it something special.This episode is your 3on3 Starter Kit -how to begin using 3on3 in your practices, in your driveway, or at the park with y...
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How 3on3 Builds Smarter Players: A College Coach’s Perspective (with Coach Kendrick Wilson)
What do college coaches really look for in high school players... and how can 3on3 basketball help prepare them?In this episode, we’re joined by Coach Kendrick Wilson - former college coach, player, and now a consultant for high school ...
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Basketball IQ: Why 3on3 Develops It Faster
What exactly is basketball IQ...and how do you teach it?In this episode, Kevin and Coach J break down what makes a player “smart” on the court, and why 3on3 basketball is the fastest way to develop high-IQ players. From spacing and antic...
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3on3 vs 5on5: What Each Format Teaches Best
3on3 or 5on5? This episode breaks down what each format teaches best — and how to use both to develop smarter, more confident players.We talk about game flow, player roles, skill reps, and real-time decision-making. Plus: how to structur...
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Coach Dave Interview Reactions + Big3 Drama and FIBA 3x3 Upsets!
In this episode, we’re reacting to our powerful 2-part interview with Coach Dave, breaking down the biggest stories in 3x3 basketball from Big3 brawls to FIBA World Cup stunners.- What we learned from Coach Dave - Why 3x3 is th...
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