Truth in the Trenches

Truth in the Trenches – Hosted by Kevin Howell, Founder of The One-Eyed Scout

This ain’t about going viral—it’s about staying valuable.

Truth in the Trenches dives deep into the raw, unfiltered world of grassroots and jcollege basketball. From bounce-back kids to late bloomers, overlooked talent to gritty JUCO grinders, this show tells the stories the mainstream skips.

Hosted by Kevin Howell, a respected scout and voice in Texas basketball, each episode features real conversations with players, coaches, and insiders navigating the path to college hoops in today’s transfer-heavy, NIL-driven world.

If you’re a parent, player, coach, or fan looking for truth over fluff, strategy over soundbites, and real stories from the recruiting trenches—tap in.

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Truth in the Trenches: What Parents Get Right—and Wrong—in College Recruiting

August 06, 2025 • Kevin • Season 1 • Episode 6

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Parents, this one’s for you. In this episode of Truth in the Trenches, Kevin Howell (@KevinOneEye) breaks down the real role parents should play in their athlete’s college recruiting journey. From understanding NCAA/NAIA/JUCO levels to avoiding the common pitfalls that stall progress, this is the no-fluff, real-talk guide every sports parent needs.

You’ll learn:

How to help your athlete identify their true college level
Why academics still matter more than you think
What to know about scholarships, FAFSA, and financial aid
How to avoid being “that parent” in the recruiting process
What social and cultural fit actually means for your kid’s future

Whether your child is aiming for a D1 scholarship or just looking to keep playing the game they love, this episode is packed with insights that will keep you from doing too much — or too little.

📌 Stay locked in. This is The One-Eyed Network.
🔥 It Ain’t for Everybody.

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