The Iso Podcast

"A.G.P." - Episode 10 feat. Ashley Hamilton

GB International Ashley Hamilton checks in with Chuck for episode 10 as we discuss his basketball journey to date.

In the final episode of Season one, Ashley discusses playing for the legendary London Towers programme, his experiences at the Canaries Basketball Academy, playing at Loyala Marymount, working out with numerous NBA teams, turning pro and his time in the BBL with the London City Royals. Ashley also talks about his off-court business ventures and discusses personal branding for basketball players in the UK.

You can follow Ashley on his social media accounts:

Instagram: @AGPHamilton

Twitter: @AGPhamilton

"Mark My Words!" - Episode 9 feat. Jeremy Sochan

Rising star and top European prospect Jeremy Sochan checks in with Chuck to discuss his basketball journey on this weeks episode.

Jeremy discusses his experiences playing high school basketball in the US for national powerhouse La Lumiere, his time playing for Itchen College in the EABL at just 15 years old, how playing for Solent Kestrels in NBL Division One helped prepare him for the move stateside, being recruited by high major NCAA programmes and more! Jeremy also delves into his decision to represent Poland, despite playing for England at U15 level and leading Poland to the U16 European Championships title, whilst making the all-tournament team.

Definitely one to watch for the future...NBA maybe?

You can follow Jeremy on Twitter: @SochanJeremy

"Game, Set, Match!" - Episode 8 feat. Josh Ward-Hibbert

Leicester Riders Forward Josh Ward-Hibbert checks in with Chuck to discuss his basketball journey to date.

Josh and Chuck discuss Josh’s impressive junior career as one of the top ranked basketball players in Europe as a junior, before making the switch to play professional Tennis, competing in (and winning) the Australian Open Junior Doubles Title with current British no. 4 Liam Brody. Josh speaks on his time as a professional tennis player, how he ultimately ended up returning to basketball and his time at the Leicester Riders/Loughborough University. 

You can follow Josh on Twitter:

@JWardHibbert

"You Forgot Who I Was?" - Episode 7 feat. Rahmon Fletcher

Newcastle Eagles point guard Rahmon Fletcher checks in for Episode 7 as he discusses his basketball journey with Chuck.

The former two-time league MVP discusses the controversy surrounding the recent BBL trophy Final against Solent Kestrels, being compared against Justin Robinson, his college career at UW Green Bay, playing for Newcastle Eagles, the departure of former player/coach Fab Flournoy to the Toronto Raptors and much more!

 

You can follow Rahmon Fletcher on his social media:

Twitter: @RFletcher_44

"Through The Legs" - Episode 6 feat. Joel "The Royal Guard" Henry

Professional dunker and ex-Surrey United (now Surrey Scorchers) guard Joel “The Royal Guard” Henry checks in with Chuck to discuss his journey to becoming the most prolific dunker in British Basketball history.

Joel and Chuck discuss Joel’s early playing career, reminiscing about their time playing together at Hackney Community College Academy, through to his time in the BBL playing for Surrey United. They also discuss Joel’s experience playing in the 2014 Nike World Basketball Festival in Barcelona, where he played for NBA superstar Kyrie Irving against the opposing team coached by Anthony Davis. Joel discusses becoming a professional dunker, his experiences competing around the world and the business side of professional dunking.

You can follow Joel on his social media accounts:

IG: @iamtheroyalguard; @theroyalcouple_sj

Twitter: @JRGHENRY

"Creating a Culture" - Episode 5 feat. Marc Steutel

Teeside Lions and Great Britain Assistant Head Coach Marc Steutel checks in with Chuck to discuss his basketball journey to date.

On this episode, the three-time EBL (now NBL) Coach of the year discusses: taking charge at the recent Eurobasket Qualifiers, his rationale behind his surprise signing as Head Coach for NBL Division Three side Teeside Lions, his playing days, transitioning to becoming head coach of the now defunct, Team Northumbria in the NBL, winning the NBL league title in 2017/18 season and the importance of culture in a basketball team.

Marc and Chuck also reflect on their rocky player/coach relationship during Chuck’s rookie season and speak on why Team Northumbria were one of the most disliked teams in the NBL.

You can follow Marc on his Twitter: @Steutel10

"I'm The Nicest" - Episode 4 feat. Zaire Taylor

Worthing Thunder Point Guard & GM Zaire Taylor checks in with Chuck as they discuss his basketball journey to date.

The former BBL & NBL1 MVP talks about the 2019/20 NBL 1 season, his turbulent college career at Delaware/Missouri and starting his pro career in Holland before moving to the BBL. He also discusses his transition to ownership after acquiring NBL club Worthing Thunder in 2017 and his infamous "bath robe" incident. Zaire details some hilarious stories from his playing days in both Holland and in the BBL, including an incident involving a ‘trash talking’ fan!

"It's Never That Serious" Episode 3 feat. Temi Fagbenle

WNBA and Great Britain International Temi Fagbenle checks in with Chuck as we discuss her stellar basketball journey to date. 

We discussed her career to date from picking up Basketball at 14, opting to play at Harvard, being drafted by Minnesota Lynx in 2017, playing at the London 2012 Olympic games at 19, her recent Sports Direct ad campaign, why basketball players should invest in their personal brand and much more.  

You can follow Temi on her social media accounts:

Twitter: @TemiFagbenle

Instagram: @TemiFagbenle

"The Point-Centre" - Episode 2 feat. Abodunrin Gabe Olaseni

Frutti Bursaspor and Great Britain big man Abodunrin Gabe Olaseni checks in with Chuck to discuss his impressive career to date, the GB national team and his post-playing plans.

We discussed Abodunrin's journey from being an overlooked junior in London to playing for the Iowa Hawkeyes in the NCAA, his experiences playing for the Miami Heat in the NBA Summer League roster and playing professionally in some of the best leagues in Europe. 

You can follow Abodunrin on his social media accounts: 

Twitter: @agolaseni

Instagram: @agolaseni

"Straight Outta Brum" Episode 1 feat. Kofi Josephs

Worcester Wolves' and Great Britain International Guard Kofi Josephs checks in with Chuck to discuss his stellar basketball journey to date, from nearly quitting the game altogether to representing Great Britain at the 2017 Eurobasket and England at the 2018 Commonwealth Games. We also touch on the BBL season, discuss whether a "team of the year" not including British players is reflective of the lack of British talent and much more!

You can follow Kofi's social media pages at:

Instagram: @dejkoaf

Twitter: @Keezus4