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
Truth in the Trenches
Hashtags and Handles: Getting Seen by College Coaches
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Hashtags and Handles: Getting Seen by College Coaches
Hosted by Kevin Howell | The One-Eyed Network
In this episode, we get real about how high school hoopers can use Twitter (X) the right way to build exposure, attract college interest, and stand out in the digital age of recruiting. Kevin Howell — founder of The One-Eyed Scout and 12-year grassroots vet — breaks down exactly what to post, how often to post, and what coaches are really looking for when they scroll your timeline.
Whether you're a player, parent, or coach, this episode gives you a gritty, no-fluff roadmap to turning hashtags into handshakes.
💡 Topics Covered:
- What college coaches actually pay attention to online
- Game highlight posting tips
- How to format your bio
- Mistakes that will cost you exposure
- Tweet examples that work
- Profile audit advice
🔥 This isn’t about clout. It’s about college.
🧠 Real talk. Real value. The One-Eyed Way.
#GrassrootsHoops #CollegeBasketball #RecruitingTips #TheOneEyedScout
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