Ever wondered what it’s really like to play for Rise Basketball School? In this episode, Coach Jules breaks down what makes Rise different — from how we build teams, to how we develop players, and what the full experience looks like on and off the court.

At Rise, we focus on:
✅ Player development over trophies
✅ Balanced, fair teams — no “super teams”
✅ Competitive environments that prepare players for middle school and high school basketball

You’ll get insight into what the season feels like from both the player and parent perspective — the highs, the challenges, and the growth that happens in between.

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In this episode, we break down the real college recruiting process for hoopers and parents. From understanding how exposure events actually work, to knowing when and how to email coaches, this is your roadmap to navigating recruiting without the hype.

Coach Jules shares insider tips from years of helping players get seen and signed — including how to build a player profile, what college coaches are really looking for, and the biggest mistakes players make on social media and highlight reels.

If you’re a parent wondering when to start, or a player dreaming of that scholarship offer, this episode gives you the game plan to make it happen.

Reclassifying—having a player repeat a grade to gain an extra year of growth and development—is one of the most debated decisions in youth basketball.

In this episode, Coach Jules breaks down the full picture:

• ✅ The potential advantages: physical growth, skill development, recruiting exposure, academic resets, and leadership opportunities.
• ❌ The drawbacks: social stigma, short-term advantage that may fade, academic concerns, added pressure, and financial strain.
• 🎯 Who it’s best for (late-bloomers, academic resets, D1/D2 hopefuls)… and who it’s risky for.

Whether you’re a parent weighing the choice, a coach guiding families, or a player wondering if reclassing could change your path, this episode gives you the clarity you need.