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In this episode, Jerry Howard delves into the inspirational journey of Vic Schaefer(University of Texas Head Coach), a luminary in the basketball coaching arena. From his early beginnings as an aspiring major league umpire to his ascent in collegiate women’s basketball, Schaefer’s story is one of resilience, passion, and family values. He recounts the serendipitous turns that propelled his career forward, including pivotal family decisions that brought him to renowned schools like Arkansas and Texas A\&M, culminating in his celebrated tenure at Mississippi State and current achievements at the University of Texas.

Frank can shoot the lights out, for sure. He’s also a really good defender—hard to score on—and he’s a hard worker. He’s super athletic, he’ll get up in your face, and he always brings great energy in practice—clapping it up, keeping everyone engaged. He’s a great guy to play with.

Q: How did those guys make you better on the court?
Zeke: By competing with them. We’re always playing three-on-three and stuff like that, so just playing with them makes me better.

I think it’s amazing. No matter what team you play at this level, it’s always competitive. Every team has grown, and that’s awesome because there are so many talented players. Sometimes it can be scary—you might face a team you don’t think is that strong, and then they surprise you because they’re actually really good.

Join Jerry Howard as he sits down with Addy Beck, a rising star in high school athletics, who recently committed to Simon Fraser University. This engaging episode explores Addy’s decision to choose Simon Fraser, highlighting her Canadian heritage and the influence of family ties in her choice. She shares an inspiring narrative of balancing athletic commitments, excelling both as a top state quarterback in flag football and an accomplished basketball player.

In this captivating episode of “HoopsTracker,” host Jerry Howard welcomes Zeke Andrews, an accomplished high school athlete from Ralston Valley, to discuss his meteoric rise in Colorado’s sports scene. As a dual-sport athlete, Zeke shares insights into the recent high-stakes football game where Ralston Valley triumphed over Valor. With recruitment interest from schools like Oregon State, Zeke is riding a wave of athletic success. This conversation delves into how sports synergy influences his basketball performance and his aspirations in the world of college sports recruitment.