Good Drill Pod

Shane Hennen: Basketball Trainer & Content Creator

🔥 From filming TikToks in the gym to building his brand from scratch — Shane Hennen pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to grow as a trainer, content creator, and player developer in today’s oversaturated world.
We go deep on:
• Why most kids don’t actually want what they say they do
• How Shane built his brand without relying on players
• The rise of content confusion in training — and how to cut through the noise
• Why your environment might matter more than your workouts
• How to actually gauge if a player’s ready
💡 Whether you’re a coach, hooper, or creator, this is the kind of raw conversation that reshapes how you see the game — and the grind behind it.
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Damon Davis: Director of Sports Performance for the Auburn Tigers Basketball Team

🏀 Damon Davis joins the Good Drill Pod for a raw, powerful conversation on athlete development, building trust, and what it really takes to reach the next level.
Damon shares insights from 20+ years of experience, including how recovery drives adaptation, why most athletes are under-recovered (not overtrained), and the habits that separate future pros from everyone else.
He also reveals his unique journey to landing the Auburn job without following the traditional coaching pipeline — and what it’s really like training some of the best players in college basketball today.
If you’re serious about coaching, strength training, or player development, this one is a must-listen.
👉 Follow Coach Damon Davis: @coachD_AU on Instagram and X
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Rett Larson: Olympic Gold Medal Coach

Olympic gold medal coach Rett Larson joins the pod to talk warmups like you’ve never heard before — from moonwalks before world championship matches to “No Zombies” in the weight room 🧟‍♂️.
He breaks down how to gamify training, build elite culture, and keep athletes engaged — whether you’re working with Olympic gold medalists in China 🇨🇳 or 10-year-olds in your hometown gym.
We dig into:
• Why fun matters in high-performance settings 🎉
• How to balance structure with creativity in warmups
• Making the weight room competitive (and loud!) 💥
• Lessons from working in China and coaching global athletes
• The truth about load management in pro sports 🏀
• Why learning might be the secret to happiness Rett is brutally honest, wildly insightful, and refreshingly unfiltered.
Whether you’re a coach, athlete, or just obsessed with performance — this episode will challenge everything you thought you knew about warmups and coaching culture.
👇 FOLLOW RETT: 📲 Instagram: @rettasaurus 📚
Get his movement library via link in his bio
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Cory Schlesinger: Detroit Pistons Executive Director of Performance

What’s really happening behind the scenes of elite athletic development?
Detroit Pistons’ Director of Performance Corey Schlesinger sits down for an unfiltered conversation on everything from constraint-led training and nervous system development to the gap between “game-like” drills and actual performance.
If you’re a coach, trainer, or hooper looking to bridge the gap between weight room strength and on-court skill, this is the episode you’ve been waiting for. Corey dives deep into the philosophy, science, and practicality of scalable training, shares wild behind-the-scenes stories, and breaks down why engagement and adaptability are the real currency in performance.
This is less about sets and reps and more about rewiring how we think about skill, movement, and competition.
 
📲 Follow Corey Schlesinger: Instagram → @schlesstrength
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Steve Dags Breaks Down What Really Matters in Player Development

What separates the good from the great?
In this episode of the Good Drill Pod, we sit down with elite NBA skills trainer Steve Dags to dive deep into what really drives player development—and it’s not just drills. From the youth level to the pros, we break down the mindset, toughness, clarity, and situational IQ that actually translate to success on the court. You’ll hear insider stories on working with players like Cam Thomas, honest takes on coaching culture in the U.S., and why Europe might be ahead in teaching the game. Whether you’re a player, coach, or trainer, this episode will challenge how you think about development.
 Follow Steve Dags: 📸 Instagram: @stevedags0 🐦 Twitter/X: @dagsbasketball 📲 Train smarter.
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Why Overcoaching Is RUINING Basketball – The Truth from Elite Trainers

Are players being overcoached to the point of failure? Bobby Whyte, Coach Ross, and Combo tackle this hot topic head-on, challenging traditional training methods and emphasizing the importance of letting players develop naturally. They break down why most trainers are more focused on justifying their own methods rather than actually helping players win—and how that’s holding hoopers back.From debating whether point guards should have a “score-first” mentality to exposing the real impact of basketball influencers, this episode is filled with unfiltered takes, sharp insights, and game-changing perspectives. The crew also dives into the jungle vs. garden analogy, breaking down why true development comes from competition—not over-analysis.🔥 Looking to level up? The Good Drill System is the ultimate training tool for players and coaches, designed to help you jump higher, get stronger, and master elite skills.CLICK THE LINK BELOW to start training the right way!https://www.good-drills.com

Reid Ouse: Trainer of Paige Bueckers & Johni Broome Shares Insights on Coaching Elite Players

Bobby Whyte, Coach Ross, and Combo sit down with Reid Ouse, an elite basketball trainer whose journey has taken him from coaching JV players in a New Jersey dance studio to working with Paige Bueckers (UConn), Johni Broome (Auburn), and other top college athletes.
The conversation dives into what separates great players from the rest, the misconceptions about toughness in today’s game, and the impact of NIL and transfer culture on player development. Reid shares why emotional regulation and coachability are the real game-changers and breaks down how NBA stars like Kyrie Irving and James Harden have influenced modern skill development—for better or worse.
🔗 Follow Reid Ouse & Catalyst Training:
📲 Instagram: @coachouse
Twitter: @reidouse
🌐 Website: https://www.basketballcatalyst.com/
 
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Alex Esposito: The Good Drills Strength Coach

In this episode, Bobby Whyte, Coach Ross, and Combo are joined by Alex Esposito for a deep dive into what truly drives success in basketball, strength training, and athletic performance.
🔥 Topics Covered:
✅ The 5-minute morning routine that can transform a shooter’s confidence ✅ Why making the shot is the #1 skill in basketball – no excuses
✅ The athleticism vs. skill debate: What really separates D1 athletes?
✅ Strength training & hypertrophy myths – does stretching actually build muscle?
✅ Why less is more in training – the secret to maximizing gains with minimal work
✅ The AI revolution in training – will it change how athletes develop? 🏀From heated debates to game-changing insights, this episode is packed with raw, unfiltered conversations on what actually works in sports performance. If you’re an athlete, coach, or just someone looking to optimize your training, this one’s for you!
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From heated debates to game-changing insights, this episode is packed with raw, unfiltered conversations on what actually works in sports performance. If you’re an athlete, coach, or just someone looking to optimize your training, this one’s for you!
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Will Ratelle on Olympic Lifts vs Trap Bar Jumps, Strength vs Skill and Much More

In this episode of the Good Drill Podcast, Bobby, Coach Ross, and Combo dive deep into the world of strength training, Olympic lifting, and athletic performance with Will Ratelle—a strength coach and former pro football player. From breaking down why Olympic lifts provide a superior training stimulus to the age-old debate of skill vs. strength, Will brings passionate takes and unfiltered insights on what actually matters when developing explosive, high-performing athletes.
🔹 Are Olympic lifts truly better than trap bar jumps?
🔹 Does strength matter more than skill in sports?
🔹 Why do some athletes waste time in the gym instead of training smarter?
🔹 The real reason Olympic lifting comes in and out of popularity
🔹 Will’s hot take on form, injury risk, and training efficiency
Plus, we get into hilarious debates, training misconceptions, and a new strength training concept that might change the game. Whether you’re a coach, athlete, or just a training nerd, this episode is packed with golden nuggets of wisdom and a few laughs along the way.
 
🔥 Watch now and let us know—are Olympic lifts king, or is it all just hype? ✅
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✅ Follow Will Ratelle on Instagram – @will.ratelle
 
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NBA Shooting Expert *MIKE DUNN* Shares Shot-Making Secrets and What It Takes to Be the Best

In this episode, Bobby Whyte, Coach Ross, and Combo sit down with shooting coach Mike Dunn for a deep dive into business, basketball, and the pursuit of true freedom. They break down what it takes to build something sustainable, the mindset behind success, and the realities of debating hot takes for a living. Plus, social media strategy, creative burnout, and a few unexpected gems along the way.Don’t miss this one! Like, comment, and subscribe for more 🔥 content. 📲 Level Up Your Game with the Good Drill App! Your ultimate resource for skill development, explosive athleticism, and expert guidance. With tailored programs, a supportive community, and insights from Bobby Whyte and Coach Ross, this app is designed to help you reach your goals faster. Start your journey today! CLICK THE LINK IN THE BELOW🚀www.good-drills.com/?el=podcast-episode17 You can follow Mike Dunn on Instagram @jump.science