Mind Over Basketball, is a real and uncensored podcast that is geared towards the mental aspect of the game, with special guest interviews and the hottest basketball news. Tune in weekly, as hosts Anthony "Scoop" Ervin (elite skills & development coach) and Jamar Abrams (overseas professional player), give their player and coach perspective on issues that athletes face on and off the court throughout their basketball journey!
Jamar Abrams, Anthony "Scoop" Ervin
On this week's episode, financial consultant and ex-professional basketball player, Maurice Carter joins the MOB! Although most people know the importance of money, not everyone understands how to make the most out of their earnings. Tune in as Maurice gives his tips on financial literacy, and also talks about his 13-year career playing basketball overseas.
CEO/owner of the ABA's Richmond Elite, Mrs. Joyce Patterson, joins Jamar & Scoop on this week's episode of Mind Over Basketball. Tune in and get to know how this owner's vision helped propel her organization into immense amounts of success; which is very evident in the team's overall record of 134-22. Mrs. Patterson, also speaks on ABA origins, player history (NBA, overseas, etc), charitable events within the Richmond community, and so much more!
On this week's episode, Jamar & Scoop sit down with overseas professional players Brandon Rozzell & Jay Threatt. Listen in, as we discuss the legendary "3 Amigos" senior year in high school, college years, along with everything there is to know about overseas basketball (the good, the bad, & the real). This may be the FUNNIEST and most HONEST interview we've had yet!
Join Jamar & Scoop as they sit down with VCU assistant coach J.D. Byers. On this episode, Coach Byers shares his words of wisdom on how players can properly balance their academics along with their game, having true work ethic, and much more!
On this episode, Jamar & Scoop sit down with VA legend and all-time great Jonathan Hargett. Hargett shares with us his journey and rise to the top, while also mentioning the mistakes that brought his career to an abrupt halt. Join the MOB, and find out why many NBA superstars have countless stories and memories, of him and his game!!
This week, Jamar & Scoop call and catch up with good friend and former NBA player, Justin Harper. Tune in as Justin talks being overlooked in high school, NCAA Sweet 16 run, NBA career, and his motivational brand Athletic Junction. Definitely a great listen!
On this episode, we sit down and talk with collegiate point guard Timon Jones. A young student-athlete who's vision goes beyond just the court. Timon tells his process of staying at the top of his game, while also building his brand as a business owner.
VCU all-time great and 2011 Final Four member, "Big Shot" Bradford Burgess joins the MOB! In this episode, he talks struggles and accomplishments throughout his professional career, transitioning from player to NBA development coach, and much more.
In this opening episode, get to know Jamar & Scoop as talk about how they met, hilarious personal stories from high school/college, their careers, and how they stay busy during these quarantine times. Be sure to follow us at... instagram.com/mindoverbasketball