Truth in the Trenches
Hosted by Kevin Howell, Founder of The One-Eyed Scout
Truth in the Trenches is a coach-driven series focused on the real dynamics of basketball programs: trust, roles, habits, development, and what actually wins games over time. It’s evaluator-first, scheme-aware, and built for coaches who care about execution more than optics. No fan talk. No highlight bias. Just reality from inside the gym.
Audience: College & serious high-school coaches
Tone: Direct, analytical, uncomfortable when necessary
Lane: Program truth + evaluation logic
Podcasting since 2025 • 32 episodes
Truth in the Trenches
Latest Episodes
The Hidden Truth About Defense: What Coaches See in the First 5 Minutes
DESCRIPTION: Defense gets talked about like it’s steals and blocked shots. The truth is deeper. In this episode, we break down why modern teams use defense as their first evaluation filter — long before scoring even ente...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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6:18
The Mental Edge: Confidence Built on Evidence, Not Fantasy
DESCRIPTION: This episode breaks down the quiet war inside every human mind: the razor-thin line between real confidence and full-blown delusion.We explore why true confidence is grounded in evidence, feedback, and self-awaren...
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7:33
Why Families Spend $15,000 on Recruiting — and Still Don’t Know the Truth
Families routinely spend $10,000–$15,000 on recruiting guidance — AAU fees, camps, trainers, showcases, and “services” — yet still walk away without one critical answer:What level does my kid actually fit?In this epi...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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6:39
Coach’s Corner | Mike Peck on Defense, Recruiting, and What Actually Translates
Peck has coached at every level—elite prep, the NBA G-League, and Division I—and now brings that experience to Detroit Mercy Titans under head coach Mark Montgomery.This episode covers:• What real defense looks like on film• Non...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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32:01
Being Coachable Is a Skill: Why Adjustment Matters More Than Listening
Being coachable isn’t about hearing feedback—it’s about adjusting in real time. This episode breaks down why coaches remember players who apply corrections quickly, how adjustment builds trust, and why responsiveness matters more than goo...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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7:35
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