Backstage Ballers

In episode 10 of Backstage Ballers host Ross Cogan is joined by the founder and CEO of ClutchPoints, Nish Patel. Nish shares a lot of valuable advice the detailed backstory on how ClutchPoints came to be.

In this episode Ross and Keim discuss their outlook on content creation and building communities on a smaller scale, through social media. They provide advice for people looking to pursue their passion in sports, sports business, and content creation.

In this episode of Backstage Ballers Ross Cogan (Host) and Buster (@Buster) dive deep into their passion for sports, media, and entrepreneurship. Buster shares some of his experiences that have come a result from his success with HoopsNation on Facebook, Instagram, and now TikTok. At the end, they offer some extremely valuable advice for any aspiring content creators. Make sure to tune in!

In this episode of Backstage Ballers, Mikey Domagala, owner of NBA Buzz (Facebook & Instagram) shares his experience in a highly-competitive and rapidly-evolving social media space. We discuss the future of basketball content in the media and suggest some platforms that are on the rise. Additionally, we share what it is like as students that must make time for academics, content creation, and internships. Make sure to tune in for a great episode!

In this episode, host Ross Cogan is joined by 10-year basketball pro and podcaster Andrew “Combo” Salop. Combo shares his unique overseas experience and explains how in order to succeed on the court internationally, you must fully immerse yourself into that lifestyle. Additionally, Andrew shares his NBA opinions and makes some predictions about the awards and finals of the 2019-20 NBA season! Enjoy!

In this episode, host Ross Cogan is joined by Villanova alumnus and retired NBA player Randy Foye. Foye played in the NBA for 11 years and averaged double digit points over the duration of his career. Through this interview Foye shares the importance of basketball to him as he grew up, the feeling of playing in many March Madness tournaments, and exciting stories from his NBA Career. He also hosts a podcast of his own, called Outside Shot w/ Randy Foye which uncovers more stories about Foye and his life experiences. Make sure to tune in!

In this episode, host Ross Cogan is joined by La Salle University basketball alum and now professional basketball player Tyreek Duren. Tyreek played basketball for four years (2010-2014) at La Salle University and has been playing pro basketball for six years now. In this interview Tyreek shares what his 2013 NCAA march madness run was like and how it still gives him the chills and excites him to this day. After discussing more on how special that 2013 team was, Duren describes his experience playing basketball professionally overseas for Panoinois (in Greece). Make sure to tune in for the full episode!

In this episode I am joined by Sahil, owner of @NBAChemistry (ig), who shares a very interesting story on why he started his account and describes the feeling of producing viral content. Make sure to tune in!

In episode two I am joined by @Next_Level_NBA. He provides some back story on what motivated him to start his social media account, as well as some useful tips on what you should consider if you want to start an account as well. Have no regrets and don't worry about what other people think. We apply our knowledge and fandom of Gary Vaynerchuck to all those wanting to pursue content creation.

Host: Ross Cogan For the first Backstage Ballers episode I am joined by Danny - @TheBasketballInsider. He shares lots of invaluable advice and insight on what it takes to run a successful social media account, as well as some of his experiences with content creating. Make sure to tune in!