The Can Do Podcast

We are back and hop right into it with current teammate and 2nd leading scorer in LEB Oro, Justin Jaworski. Philly-native with back to back high school championships (undisputed). The guys talk spanish stat-taking, controversial technical fouls, and staying ready while in the G-League. Bonus at the end, a tutorial on how to give us a five star review.

Arguably the hottest pg in the Germany's BBL and showing what he can do after getting to a top league. Stanley needed some time to get there, coming from an NAIA school and having to prove himself in lower leagues. But he found a way through, with the help of a betting scandal in Austria. It was awesome to chop it up with him about his journey and how he sees the game. Super hungry and humble dude. (If you're new here, hit us with that 5-star review!)

Simon Birgander has been playing in Spain's top league with Joventut for the past 6 years. He came from Sweden to Spain at 17 years old and started his pro career in Logroño with Mike back in 2016. The guys talk about Simon's crazy long arms, crazy stat lines he had in lower leagues, his development, and a 30+ hour trip that sounds like a nightmare.

Vid returns to the podcast and brings his current teammate and longtime friend Andrija with him. The boys catch up on all things Swiss Basketball and talk optimistically (and also pessimistically) about the year.

Adam rejoins the #1 LEB Oro podcast as him and Mike are now teammates/neighbors. The fellas discuss Adam's decision to come back to play in Spain, team-bonding over laser tag, the outlook on the season, and relive the do-or-die Game 3 against Granada.

Tyren Johnson rejoins the pod to discuss his French Pro-B championship last season with Blois, preparing for the jump to Pro-A, and going head to head with future number one pick, Victor Wembanyama.

Johnny Dee rejoins the pod to talk coming up short in LEB Oro last year, playing against Marc Gasol, bus farts, and the important one are vs. two arm bicep flex celebration. Enjoy.

On this episode of the podcast, CJ Osuchukwu joins to share his story from how he landed in Northern Minnesota to his experience now as a coach. CJ talks about cultural differences between the DMV and Duluth and how your characters impacts players and their parents. Listen to the full episode to hear CJ and the guys talk about much more!Follow on CJ on Instagram @coach_buzoFollow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter @thecandopodcast

Player Development Coordinator for the LA Clippers, Beau Levesque, is on this episode of the podcast!Played for St. Mary's in college, then transitioning to playing professionally overseas in Spain's LEB Silver leagues for Oviedo and Araberri Basket Club. Listen to the full episode too listen Beau and the guys talk about player analytics, a coach's perspective on watching games back and how much detailed information is considered, preparing for practices vs. a game, and all the other complex details that are focused on “behind the scenes.” Follow Beau on Instagram @beaulevesque15 or Twitter @BeauLevesque15Follow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @thecandopodcast

Pete "On the Move" Carlson is on this episode of the podcast. Pete, Mike's older brother, talks about goals and considerations athletes should keep in mind when they begin their professional careers. Follow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter @thecandopodcast

Dustin Sleva is back on the pod! Dustin catches up with Mike and Ray since the last time he was on and recaps the rest of his past season in France Pro A and recently coming off of his NBA Summer League experience with The Golden State Warriors.Follow Dustin on Instagram @sleevs14 or Twitter @2sleevsFollow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, Twitter or TikTok @thecandopodcast

Tanner McGrew is back on The Can Do Podcast and chats about his past season, real estate, and youth basketball camps. Follow Tanner on Instagram @tmcgrew44 or Twitter @TMcGrew15Follow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @thecandopodcast

Cory Johnson is back on the pod! Listen to the full episode as the guys talk: lifting, challenging yourself outside comfort zones, talent v. hardwork, Cory's experience playing in Will Stark's basketball league, Marc Gasol's upcoming fight back into the ACB, and Cory's "this is really happening" story from this past season in Luxembourg. Follow Cory on Instagram and Twitter @coryjohnson365Follow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @thecandopodcastLike and Subscribe! #algorithmjuice

Nick Novak is back on the podcast. Listen to the full episode to catch up with Nick as he talks with the guys about: games ending in a tie and aggregate scoring, unsportsmanlike fouls, stat-chasing, team building in Europe, and playing for multiple trophies within the same week. Follow Nick on Instagram or Twitter @nicky_nov1Follow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @thecandopodcastLike & Subscribe! #algorithmjuice

DUTCH CHAMPIONS: The Heroes Den Bosch team is here! Listen to the full episode the morning after the big win from Leiden! Edon Maxhuni, Shane Hammink, Clay Mounce, Dwayne Lautier-Ogunleye, Austin Price, Mohammed Kherrazi, Boy Van Vliet, and MVP Thomas van der Mars recap their most memorable play of the championship game and reflect on this past season.Follow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @thecandopodcast

Mike and Ray catch up on this episode of the podcast. They chat about the Heroes Den Bosch playoff journey, relegation, Mike's current recovery (and past injuries), and Marc Gasol. Follow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @thecandopodcast

Cade McKnight is on this episode of The Can Do Podcast. A 6'9" Iowa native, Cade shares his journey thus far as a college player at Truman State who entered the transfer portal this past year and will be moving on to Indiana State. The guys talk about the recruiting process, Cade's style of play, his expectations and what his goals for Indiana State and NIL. Follow Cade on Instagram @cmcknight40 or Twitter on @CM40_Follow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @thecandopodcast

On this episode, Sean McCaw. Sean is a veteran professional basketball player and coach. His professional playing career began in 1995. Sean talks to Mike and Ray about what is was like being a professional player in a time without technological "vices" like FaceTime, texting, and social media and how he navigated his career culturally, athletically, and mentally. Listen to the full episode to hear Sean's full story about his time at University of Arizona, learning to lift, injuries, putting in the work, the differences for a play between then and now, and how he transitioned from a player to a coach.Follow Sean on Instagram and Twitter @seanjmccawFollow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and Tiktok @thecandopodcast

On this episode Jared Berggren joins Mike and Ray to share about his career playing internationally in Japan, Switzerland, and Belgium and his experience of finding the right fit as an athlete both physically and mentally. Jared talks about his college career as a Wisconsin Badger, the NBA draft, battling a knee injury, training and keeping himself motivated since a young age, and what he's currently up to helping young players improve their skillset. Listen to the full episode to hear Jared's "this is really happening" story that involves a Russian billionaire...Follow Jared on Instagram and Twitter @jberggren40Follow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @thecandopodcast

Leslie Knight is on this episode of the podcast. Starting her career in the early 2000s and playing 13 seasons primarily Spain, Leslie reflects on her career and shares her more recent story of her final home game send off. Listen to the full episode to hear the guys break down Leslie's college career, transitioning to overseas life, being a female athlete and making the decision to start a family, the power of confidence, and training in the off season. Follow Leslie on Instagram or Twitter @lesliefknight Follow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @thecandopodcast

Heroes Den Bosch teammates, Shane Hammink and Mo Kherrazi swing by and pay Mike a visit while still recovering in the hospital on this episode of the podcast. Shane and Mo share their recent experience being in Russia traveling to play a Netherlands National Team game while the Russia/Ukraine war broke out and how they navigated through the decision to continue to play and the response from fans and social media. Shane talks about his experience going to Canarias Basketball Academy (CBA) with his brother and then going on to play in college at Louisiana State University (LSU) and Valparaiso University. Mo originally from Morocco, started playing at age 16 for Amsterdam and has been with the Netherlands National Team since 2006. Follow Shane on Instagram @shammi2 or Twitter @hammtotheinkFollow Mo on Instagram or Twitter @mokherraziFollow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @thecandopodcast

We are BACK. On this episode, Mike catches Ray up on the last few weeks getting injured with compartment syndrome and what this means for the rest of the season and the road to recovery. Special guests, Holland natives, and Heroes Den Bosch teammates: Thomas van der Mars and Boy van Vliet join Mike (LIVE from his hospital suite) to share their stories wanting to play in the United States at a young age and the hard work it took to get there. Thomas and Boy share their experiences of both attending Canarias Basketball Academy in Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain. Thomas and Boy talk about what is was like at CBA training three times a day for months at a time and how that sharpen them physically, mentally, and their competitive stamina.Follow Thomas van der Mars on Instagram @thomasvandermarsFollow Boy van Vliet on Instagram and Twitter @boyvanvlietFollow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @thecandopodcast

Tyren Johnson is on this episode of the podcast. Growing up in Vacherie, Louisiana, Tyren shares his story of originally being immersed with baseball from the young age of four and ironically transitioning to basketball when he was about 16. From not making his school's basketball program, to finally making the varsity team in 10th grade and only playing a single year of AAU in his senior year, Tyren managed to sharpen his skillset over time and would eventually be named All-Conference Player of the year at University of Louisiana-Lafayette. Listen to this full episode to hear the rest of Tyren's journey of growing from 5'8" to 6'4" in a summer, learning to lift by reading Men's Health magazine, having multiple NBA summer league opportunities, and playing abroad in several different countries.Follow Tyren on Instagram or Twitter @tyrenjohnsonFollow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, Twitter or TikTok @thecandopodcast

On this episode of the podcast, Parker Fox. Currently playing for University of Minnesota, Parker shares his story of hard work, overcoming injury, maintaining confidence and creating a mentality of constantly pressing towards achieving his goals. Listen to this episode to hear Parker's full story including his shoe size that may or may not debunk Mike's theory of shoe size and dunking. Follow Parker on Instagram @parkerfox23 or on Twitter @parkerfox24Follow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @thecandopodcast

Former teammate of Mike, Jermel Kennedy is on this episode of the podcast. Jermel shares his experience of recently playing in the Basketball Africa League (BAL) in Mozambique, Africa. The guys talk about Jermel and Mike formerly playing together in Spain, vlogging, headbands, and his story of watching a bull fight. Follow Jermel on Instagram and Twitter @jermz30Follow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @thecandopodcast

Anders Broman and Bjorn Broman are on this episode of the podcast! Holding records for all time and second highest ranked in the state of Minnesota for most points scored in a boys' high school career, Anders and Bjorn grew up with hard work at their core. Only two years apart, the Broman brothers grew up sharing a passion for basketball at a very young age and have positively pushed each other since. The guys talk: memories of early morning training with their dad, emotional competitiveness, their college experience playing at Winthrop, and now helping young athletes define their skill while building confidence through The Broman Academy.Follow Bjorn and Anders on Instagram: @bjornbroman13 & @anders_broman Follow The Broman Academy @thebromanacademyThe Broman Academy App: bromanacademy.app/ or to learn more check out their website: www.bromanacademy.comFollow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @thecandopodcast

Mike and Ray catch up and talk cup finals, recreational sports, March Madness, and stall ball etiquette. Follow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @thecandopodcast

On this episode, Phil Pressey. Currently playing in Germany for the EWE Baskets Oldenburg; Phil began his professional career in the NBA for the Boston Celtics, Philadelphia 76ers and Phoenix Suns. In college he played for the Missouri "Mizzou" Tigers and talks more about what led him there after being recruited by other top schools across the country. Listen to this episode to learn more about Phil growing up in a sports passionate family, his views on training and making the right plays, and more stories about his time playing in the NBA and internationally. Follow Phil on Instagram or Twitter @philpresseyFollow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @thecandopodcast

Retired veteran, Dylan Page joins the podcast. Beginning his professional career in the early 2000's, Dylan shares his story of playing all over the world in places including the Greek Basketball League, Liga ACB, LNB Pro A, Eurocup, and EuroLeague. Dylan recaps stories from his college career at University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee for NCAA Division I Milwaukee Panthers. Take a listen to hear his one of a kind stories, view on floor stickers, the sport he initially wanted to pursue professional as a kid. Follow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @thecandopocast.

On this episode, Georgian native, Beqa Burjanadze joins the podcast to share his story of beginning his professional career at the young age of 18. Beqa talks about what it was like playing in the ACB at such a young age from the start of his career and how it shaped his mentality, goals, and will as a player to this day. Beqa's career has included teams of Cajasol Sevilla, Leyma Basquet Coruna, MoraBanc Andorra, Delteco GBC, HBC and currently with Coosur Real Betis. Follow Beqa on Instagram @b7burjanadze or Twitter @beqaburjanadze

On this episode, Energy King, Emanuel Terry joins the podcast. Originally growing up in a small town in Alabama, Emanuel shares his story of hard work, overcoming challenges, and developing a mentality based on positivity and faith. Emanuel recaps his college career playing D2 basketball at Lincoln Memorial University then transitioning to playing professionally overseas in Turkey, Serbia, and Jerusalem. The guys talk about his current time in the NBA GLeague with the Stockton Kings as well as his past experiences with the NBA. Emanuel emphasizes the importance of living a life beyond the purpose basketball and buying into all factors of being a good teammate. Listen to the full episode to hear stories about Emanuel's ESPN Sports Center highlight moment, receiving the 2018 Bevo Francis Award, and going to the Met Gala. Follow Emanuel on Instagram @projectet33 or Twitter @EmanuelTerry08Follow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok @thecandopodcast

On this episode, current Aris Basketball Club power forward, Xeyrius Williams joins the podcast. Xeyrius talks about his current season for Aris B.C in Thessaloniki, Greece as well as recapping his rookie year in playing in Hungary (and what is was like starting his professional career during covid). Having basketball be a part of Xeyrius' life from a young age, he shares about winning a high school state championship, what it was like during his college years at Dayton then transferring to Akron sophomore year, views on redshirting, playing for yourself, and staying present. Follow Xeyrius on Instagram @xeyriuswilliams, on Twitter @20Rated_X or TikTok @xeyriuswilliams

From D2 to Pro B to Pro A...Dustin Sleva joins this episode of the podcast. Originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Dustin shares his experience playing D2 basketball at Shippensburg University and transitioning to pro in Paris, France where he still is currently located for his fourth season. The guys talk about having strong coach relationships, stat hunting, learning new languages, and parking in Paris.Follow Dustin on Instagram @sleevs14 or Twitter @2sleevsFollow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, Twitter or TikTok @thecandopodcast

On this episode, Laura Stark, CEO and Founder of Stark Strong Performance joins to share her passion and focus on helping athletes train, view themselves critically, and build the base for the future. Laura talks about her NFL training experience as well as her own background of being a track and pole vaulting college athlete at Truman State. Follow Laura on Instagram and Twitter @stark.strong.performance or visit www.starkstrongperformance.com.

Charles Thomas joins this episode of the podcast. Playing professionally since 2008, Charles shares his story and veteran experience that has taken him to over 10 international cities. Charles gets into his philosophy on training, maintaining energy levels, self motivation and how he's learned to prove himself and his play style. Mike and Charles also recap past memories where they have played against each other as opponents as well as a few crazy stories while living abroad. Follow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter @thecandopodcast

On this episode Mike and Ray catch up and talk: reserving gym space in Europe, should high school basketball rules change?, international team sponsors, stall ball, update on Ray's bowling league and Mike's personal 'this is actually happening' moment. Follow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram, TikTok & Twitter @thecandopodcast

On this episode, the guys are joined by Tanner McGrew. A West Virginia native, Tanner shares his unique story of basketball unexpectedly turning into a major part of his life. Tanner talks about his NBA G League and international experiences, overcoming a life changing injury, and how hard work and gratitude has always been at his core. Tanner McGrew Comeback YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/1AIP-q2WhJQTanner McGrew Vice Interview https://youtu.be/qphtOSwN1Wo Follow Tanner on Instagram @tmcgrew44 or Twitter @TMcGrew15

Entering his 10th year playing professionally, veteran Adam Sollazzo joins Mike and Ray on this episode to share his story. Originally from Tampa, Florida and playing for Eastern Tennessee State in college, to transitioning to playing abroad in Germany, Spain, France, and now currently in Italy (Treviglio). Adam talks about everything from overcoming challenges, 16-hour bus rides, and traveling internationally with a dog. Follow Adam on Instagram @adamsollazzo or Twitter @Sollazzo43Follow The Can Do Podcast on Instagram @thecandopodcast

Matt Janning joins this episode of the podcast. Originally from Minnesota, Matt shares his story of playing college basketball in Boston at Northeastern University, experiencing an NBA draft and summer league to then playing internationally in Italy (Novipiù Casale Monferrato/Montepaschi Siena), Turkey (Anadolu Efes), Jerusalem (Hapoel Jerusalem), Spain (Saski Baskonia), and now currently in Japan (Kawasaki BT). On this episode, Matt also talks about balancing having a family, COVID lockdown, and a foot injury.Follow Matt on Instagram or Twitter @mjanning23

Mike and Ray catch up on Marc Gasol, Heroes Den Bosch, and controversial court advertisement stickers. Duncan Lloyd also rejoins this episode to discuss 10-Day Contracts.Follow us on Instagram @thecandopodcastFollow Mike on Instagram and Twitter @mikeykaz05Duncan Lloyd, President & In-House Counsel, Overtime International Sports

Jason Burnell joins this episode of The Can Do Podcast. He shares his story of growing up in a basketball family and being exposed to a high level of play from a young age, finding motivation during difficult times, learning to become mentally tough, and focusing on blocking out the noise. Jason is currently in Italy playing for Dinamo Sassari. Follow Jason on Instagram @hb_clip or Twitter @ProClip14

Georgia native, Demario Mayfield joins this episode to share his story of being recruited to play college basketball before the 10th grade, transferring colleges, overcoming adversity, and reflecting on anything he'd do differently now. Demario is currently located in Italy playing for the A2 Kleb Basket Ferrara and has formerly played in Holland and started his career in Iraq. Follow Demario on Instagram @dmayfield11 and Twitter @MayfieldDemario

On this episode, Mike and Ray catch up and talk New Years Eve, fitness goals, the gym, pace of play in the NBA v. FIBA, clout, and Marc Gasol. Follow Mike on Instagram and Twitter @mikeykaz05

On this episode, Nick Novak shares his story of playing in college, professionally for seven years overseas, and now transitioning to being retired living back in the States. Nick and Mike reminisce playing together as teammates and catching up on their experiences. Follow Nick on Instagram or Twitter @nicky_nov1

Duncan Lloyd, Director & In-House Counsel of Overtime International Sports joins this episode to share his role as a professional basketball agent. Duncan, Mike, and Ray talk about the process of finding an agent, the importance of having one that's the right fit, and the relationship dynamic between players and agents. Follow or Contact Duncan at duncan@otisports.com or on Instagram @duncanmlloyd84 or on Twitter @duncanlloyd Follow Overtime International Sports Agency @oti_sports or on Twitter @OvertimeAgent

On this episode, Frank Baron joins to discuss his profession and experience as a professional physiotherapist. The guys talk about the psychology of well-being, injury prevention, listening to your body as an athlete, and growing to become engaged mentally. Frank shares his perspective of a game.

Dino Radončić joins this episode of The Can Do Podcast to share his story beginning his professional career at only 16 years old moving to Spain from Serbia. He talks to Mike and Ray about mental toughness, overcoming adversity, and European basketball. Follow Dino on Instagram @dinoradoncicoffical or Twitter @DinoRadoncic6

Mike and Ray catch up on the past week and recap Heroes Den Bosch win against Yoast United and difference of training in and out of season. Follow Mike on Instagram and Twitter @mikeykaz05

Johnny Dee joins Mike and Ray on this episode. He shares his journey of moving frequently during his high school years, his time playing basketball at the University of San Diego, and more recently his experience playing professionally in countries such as Bosnia, Poland and Spain. Currently in Madrid on the Movistar Estudiantes (ACB League), Johnny talks about mental toughness and developing discernment as a player. Follow Johnny on Instagram @johnnydee1 or Twitter @dee1Johnny

Mike & Ray recap Team USA basketball and discuss their views on the FIBA league.

North Carolina native Clay Mounce joins this episode to talk about his career thus far as a first season rookie alongside Mike on the Heroes Den Bosch. Clay shares what it was like as the youngest of three brothers, the competitive nature of growing up in a competitive basketball community, and the biggest differences he's faced playing at the college and professional level. Mike and Clay discuss the importance of building confidence and consistency by finding your own motivation. Follow Clay on Instagram @claymounce and Twitter @clay_mounce