Category: Podcast

June 03 – HT Weekly-Girls Edition

Welcome to another dynamic episode of “Hoops Tracker” with Jerry Howard, your indispensable guide to the vibrant world of Colorado girls’ basketball. In this episode, recorded on June 3rd, we dive into the bustling summer season marked by team camps and recruiting news that are setting the stage for a promising new season. Jerry provides his expert analysis on recent team performances, player transfers, and exciting offers that have hit the region.

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May 20-HT-Girls Weekly-Show

Join Jerry Howard and special guest Tony Speights as they explore the latest buzz in Colorado girls’ basketball. Discover insights into the top performers such as Reece Gilpatrick, Peyton Jones, Kinley Asp, and Bri Crittendon, who are capturing major college offers and shining in club basketball circuits nationwide. With the spring season wrap-up, Tony discusses the significance of using the offseason for skill enhancement. The duo also highlights standout teams, notable clubs, and rising stars, offering a complete overview of the talent landscape, including recent coaching changes and exciting player developments.

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May 08 – Girls Weekly Show

In this episode of “HoopsTracker,” hosted by Jerry Howard, listeners are guided through the bustling world of Colorado girls’ basketball, highlighting recent developments, standout players, and significant tournaments. Jerry dives deep into the movement within the basketball coaching ranks.This episode serves as a comprehensive recap of the current dynamics in local women’s basketball, focusing on both new coaching appointments and player movements within the area.

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HT-Girls Club kickoff

n this dynamic episode of “HoopsTracker,” host Jerry Howard makes a comeback after a brief hiatus to deliver the latest updates in the world of Colorado girls’ basketball. With a keen focus on club basketball, Jerry unpacks recent coaching changes, emerging clubs, and key tournaments, notably the recent JPS Mile High event. He provides detailed insight into player movements, coaching shifts, and the excitement building around upcoming viewing periods that serve as a critical juncture for college recruitment.

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03-27-2025 – Boys – Season and playoffs wrap

In this episode of HoopsTracker, host Jerry Howard takes listeners on a thrilling journey through the final stretch of the 5A and 6A boys’ basketball playoffs in Colorado. Jerry begins by reflecting on the intense playoff season, underscoring the standout performances and gripping games that defined this year’s finals.

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Interview – Shane Laflin – ESPNW

In this compelling episode of the HoopsTracker podcast, host Jerry Howard invites Shane Laflin, an esteemed ESPN Top 100 evaluator and a leading recruiter in women’s basketball, to discuss the intricate process of player evaluation and recruitment. Shane shares his journey of entering the field, emphasizing the mentors who guided him and the experiences that shaped his career. Drawing from his time as a college coach and his current role, Shane offers a deep dive into the mechanics of evaluating talent, revealing how potential is assessed and nurtured over time.

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March 5- Boys Sweet 16 Review and Elite 8

Join host Jerry Howard on Hoops Tracker as he delves into the exhilarating highlights from last night’s Sweet 16 games. Witness stunning upsets as Simon Lunsford and Green Mountain’s 16th seed triumphs over Lutheran, and Sand Creek takes down Cheyenne Mountain. As teams inch closer to the Elite 8, explore key players like Tanner Braketa, Eric Fiedler, and Oliver Junker, and anticipate intense upcoming matchups between top contenders. Tune in for expert analysis and insights on who’s set to dominate the elite basketball stages.

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