Sports talk, The Brooklyn Way
Matthew Goodman joins us on WBH Radio. Goodman is the author of 'The City Game: Triumph, Scandal, and a Legendary Basketball Team.'
Olanrewaju "Larry" Arowolo, affectionately known as "Big L", joins joins host Dr. William Holley for Episode #132 of WBH Radio. Larry, the longtime centerpiece for Coach Baker's Loyal To The Game grassroots program recently finished his senior season for the George Wingate Generals varsity basketball team.
NBA Finals tied at 1 game a piece, Shannon Sharpe leaving Undisputed and what Black People can learn from Pat McAfee.
Today we go heavy on the NBA, the Celtics are soft, Ja Morant will not face much punishment, LeBron's next move and Carmelo's retirement.
Jay David, Executive Director of the NY Jayhawks grassroots basketball program.
NBA Finals tied at 1 game a piece, Shannon Sharpe leaving Undisputed and what Black People can learn from Pat McAfee.
Today we go heavy on the NBA, the Celtics are soft, Ja Morant will not face much punishment, LeBron's next move and Carmelo's retirement.
Jay David, Executive Director of the NY Jayhawks Grassroots basketball program.
Michael Wilbon, co-host of ESPN's PTI calls into WBH Radio to chat with host William Holley. Wilbon talks about his time as a writer, the prospect of Michael Jordan selling the Hornets, offering criticism while maintaining relationships in sports and shares why his profession is important to him.
Alan Smith joins WBH Radio to discuss his preparation for the upcoming 2023 My City Alumni Classic. Smith, who now works as a high school basketball coach for the same school he once attended, Elmont (NY), goes on to talk coaching, family life and the meaning behind his clothing line, 'Loner U'.
Ted Gustus is one of the most revered and accomplished leaders of the New York City basketball community. His coaching resume includes stops at Bishop Loughlin, Nazareth Regional and Canarsie high school. During the the early stages of his career, his Ditmas All-Stars community youth squad featured future NBAers Rolando Blackmon and John Salley.
Rainman Francis joins us on WBH Radio.
Brad Snyder, author of A Well Paid Slave: Curt Flood's Fight for Free Agency in Professional Sports joins WBH Radio.
Michael Kay, New York Yankees play by play broadcaster for the YES network joins WBH Radio
William and Fent get into a bunch of topics. Why is Bronny James even going to college? Ed Reed's will no longer serve as Bethune-Cookman's football coach, plus Will addresses some of the negative comments he's received recently.
Chandell Collins talks homeschooling her children on WBH Radio
Josh Wilcox, owner of Brooklyn Podcasting Studio joins WBH Radio.
Rob Phelps is the head boys varsity basketball coach of the Bedford Academy Panthers. Known for their tough man-to-man defense and high academic standards, it is one of the most respected high school programs in NYC. Phelps, a former basketball standout at Nazareth Regional High School himself, would earn a scholarship to Providence College where [...]
William is shocked by America being shocked by Damar Hamlin's injury. Shannon Sharpe didn't show up for work and a message for all those mad at Skip. Plus, Sincere Lawton of the "Everybody Eats Club" picks NFL WILD CARD WEEKEND
A Master class in Coaching with Kenny Pretlow, NYC high school basketball coaching legend.
Dr. Derrick E. White joins us to discuss his book "Blood, Sweat & Tears: Jake Gaither, Florida A&M and the history of Black College Football.
William welcomes back Fenton for Episode of 112 of WBH Radio. The two get into a bunch of topics - Skip and Shannon's on air tiff, Jerry Jones' photo, Deion Sanders abandoning black people, Lamar Jackson's best days being behind him, renaming of the NBA's MVP trophy and more.
In 2022, Coach Kevin Hamilton Jr. led his Eagle Academy Boys Basketball team to the PSAL championship game, just 4 years after taking over the program. Although his squad fell short, Coach Hamilton is excited about the direction his program is going in. (The audio improves)
Lawrence "Bud" Pollard, Head Coach of the Thomas Jefferson Orange Wave Boys Varsity Basketball Team (NY).
Tarik Tazghini talks about the uncomfortable experience of losing his varsity coaching job to his friend. Compares JV & Varsity basketball. And returning to the varsity ranks for the 2022-23 season. Check it out !
Ray Haskins (PSAL), expresses his frustrations regarding the city's stalled basketball realignment
Aaron Judge free agency...nothing to see here
Dare Ayoola joins us to discuss the USMNT showing in the world.
We discuss the Baltimore Ravens with long time Ravens season Ticket holder, Otis Bowen
The NBA is back. "Redeem Team" just another feather in Michael Jordan's cap plus more.
Dr. Adam Sayers of ETSU Global Sports Leadership Program helps us get ready for the 2022 Qatar World Cup.
Sekou Sylla, 2021-22 D2 National Player of the Year for Men's Basketball
Dr. Brian Johnston of ETSU returns to the podcast.
Your favorite podcast host, William Holley, also moonlights as a basketball coach. During the 2021-22 season, Holley served as the assistant varsity basketball coach for George Wingate High School in Brooklyn, NY. On this episode he is joined by two seniors from that squad, Jayden Reid and Abdoul Toure. "J Reid" and "AB" reflect on [...]
Ray Haskins, Executive Director of the Public Schools Athletic School League (PSAL)
Peter King of NBC Sports and author of the "Football Morning In America" column joins WBH Radio.
Cesar "Rainman" Francis returns to WBH Radio, this time as the WBO NABO Super Lightweight Champion. He is joined by trainer and cousin "Chico" Guzman. The two reflect on Rainman's July 9th victory and look ahead to the next stages of their career.
Sports world reacts to the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Will talks about his trip to Atlanta and Congratulations to the new WBO NABO superlight weight champion, Cesar 'Rainman' Francis.
While in Atlanta, William had to check in with his former Kingsborough Community College teammate, Cadell Stevens. The two reflected on their two years competing for the Wave basketball team, a run that included back to back city championships. But the conversation was not limited to just sports, the guys dove into various topics to [...]
This episode William welcomes his life-long friend Kelly George to the show. Kelly reflects on his early days as one of the most promising basketball players in NYC and the different ups and downs experienced in the sport, how he plans to teach the game to his son, getting Will high and much more!
Jayson Tatum summons the spirit of Kobe, My City Alumni Classic in the Books, Billionaire 'Bron and Kaepernick workout.
Eugene Lawrence has been putting on for NYC basketball for over 20 years. His legend started back in high school where he shared the backcourt with Sebastian Telfair at Abraham Lincoln. He then went on to handle the point guard duties for St John's University and you can't overlook his decade plus run holding down [...]
We chat with NBC Chicago content producer Anthony "Tony" Gill about the 2021-22 Chicago Bulls. Plus, Will examines the impact J. Edgar Hoover has on the current sports landscape
Juwan Howard unhinged, Derek Jeter steps down from his position with the Marlins and Steven Arzu joins us from Paris, France.
F. Barrow Reedy joins us to discuss Los Angeles Rams Super Bowl victory.
We reflect on a previous episode. Plus we get into the Brian Flores lawsuit and the Joe Rogan N-Word controversy.