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
The Hard Wood Heist
High school basketball is in the middle of a seismic shift. The High School Hardwood Heist dives deep into the new NIL (Name, Image & Likeness) and revenue-sharing era that’s reshaping grassroots hoops, college recruiting, and the future of young athletes. Host Kevin Howell, The One-Eyed Scout, breaks down how endorsements, transfer portal chaos, and six-figure offers are impacting high school prospects, parents, and coaches across Texas and beyond. From brand-building tips to the ethical battles behind amateur athletics, this episode delivers unfiltered truth for anyone navigating the recruiting grind.
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Shoutout to The Brunch Spot in Converse — great food, great people, and always showing love to the game. This is The One-Eyed Scout Show, and remember — it ain’t for everybody.
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