$1200 to Play? (Youth Basketball is Broken) | Ep. 012

Why Most High School Athletes Will Struggle In The NIL Era | Ep. 015

Indiana just approved NIL-style opportunities for high school athletes…But this episode isn’t just about NIL. It’s about: attention, branding, influence, social media, and why the future athlete is going to look VERY different from the athletes we grew up watching. In this episode of Unfiltered with Coach Boz, we break down: - What Indiana actually approved - The difference between high school NIL and college NIL - Why girls sports may benefit FIRST - The rise of the athlete creator - Why social media is becoming part of recruiting - The biggest mistakes athletes make online - The best ways athletes can make money locally - Why personal branding matters just as much as highlight tapes Plus: Coach Boz breaks down athlete creator @JoBucketsss and explains why her social media strategy represents the future of athlete branding. And at the end of the episode… Coach Boz gives away what might be the easiest branding opportunity in high school sports right now for female athletes. ⸻ LINKS: 📥 Athlete Branding Checklist: https://stan.store/FBCoachBoz/p/get-my-athlete-branding-checklist-now [https://stan.store/FBCoachBoz/p/get-my-athlete-branding-checklist-now] 📲 Follow Coach Boz: https://linktr.ee/FBCoachBoz [https://linktr.ee/FBCoachBoz] 📲 Follow Catalyst NIL Group: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catalystnilgroup [https://www.instagram.com/catalystnilgroup] 📲 Follow Joirdyn R. Smith: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jobucketsss [https://www.instagram.com/jobucketsss] 📘 Get “Football 101”: Football 101 by Coach Boz https://books.by/fbcoachboz/football-101 [https://books.by/fbcoachboz/football-101] #HighSchoolSports #NIL #IndianaSports #AthleteBranding #SportsMarketing #CoachBoz #GirlsSports #Recruiting #SportsBusiness #PersonalBranding

Sign Your Own NIL Deal (It's Already on Your Phone) | Ep. 014

If you’re a parent trying to understand today’s sports culture, recruiting, exposure, and everything that comes with high school football, check out my book, "Football 101: A Mother's Playbook to Understanding High School Football." It was written to help parents understand the game, the mindset, and the reality behind all the noise on social media. Available now on Amazon: Football 101 on Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/Football-101-Mothers-Playbook-Understanding/dp/B0GCHJG2XM?utm_source=chatgpt.com] The impact of social media on high school sports, the value of attention and visibility, and the opportunities for athletes and businesses in the digital age. Takeaways * Attention is valuable * Exposure doesn't replace skill Chapters * 00:00 The Illusion of Elite Athletes * 10:06 The Pressure of Public Performance * 19:15 Monetizing Attention and Visibility

Social Media vs. Sports (The Game Has Changed) | Ep. 013

Coach Boz discusses how social media, NIL, and highlight culture are transforming youth sports, often at the expense of mastery and true development. He emphasizes the importance of effort, consistency, and understanding what truly matters in sports and athlete growth. youth sports, social media, NIL, athlete development, highlight culture, coaching, parental influence, sports mindset Key Topics: The shift from traditional sports values to social media-driven culture. The impact of highlight culture and social media on athlete development. The importance of effort, consistency, and full game tape over clips. Parental influence and the importance of supporting genuine growth. The role of NIL and how athletes should prioritize their game over branding. Chapters 00:00 The Changing Landscape of Sports 01:46 The Impact of Social Media on Young Athletes 03:21 Parental Influence and Expectations 04:49 Recruitment and What Coaches Really Want resources Football 101: A Mother's Playbook to Understand High School Football - https://www.amazon.com/Football-101-Mothers-Playbook-Understand/dp/XXXXXX [https://www.amazon.com/Football-101-Mothers-Playbook-Understand/dp/XXXXXX]

$1200 to Play? (Youth Basketball is Broken) | Ep. 012

The episode discusses the rising costs of youth sports, particularly basketball, and the impact it has on families and communities. It also highlights the efforts of NBA player Darius Garland in addressing the issue by fully funding an AAU team. The conversation emphasizes the need for accessibility and equity in youth sports. 2026 Boys Senior All-Star Game: https://www.youtube.com/live/c6ph_o2bpCc?si=rsZiFNXu-E0b9SbF [https://www.youtube.com/live/c6ph_o2bpCc?si=rsZiFNXu-E0b9SbF] 2026 Ladys Senior All-Stars: https://www.youtube.com/live/XAuLmxYv1u0?si=ztSTGcu9md_eoms9 [https://www.youtube.com/live/XAuLmxYv1u0?si=ztSTGcu9md_eoms9] 2026 Boys Rising Star All-Stars: https://www.youtube.com/live/86beARXL-Fw?si=Oj0klzp4gIkY369j [https://www.youtube.com/live/86beARXL-Fw?si=Oj0klzp4gIkY369j] 2026 Lady Rising Star All-Stars: https://www.youtube.com/live/c6ph_o2bpCc?si=4YpWjjMX6_d40Mz0 [https://www.youtube.com/live/c6ph_o2bpCc?si=4YpWjjMX6_d40Mz0] 2026 Futures Game: https://www.youtube.com/live/AMilEJfsMpQ?si=iU1hW3B4HRndlpJV [https://www.youtube.com/live/AMilEJfsMpQ?si=iU1hW3B4HRndlpJV]

College Football Isn't Fair (And It Never Has Been) | Ep. 011

In this conversation, Coach Boz and Cornelius White (The Lab Network) discuss the realities of college football recruiting, the challenges faced by athletes, and the impact of the transfer portal and NIL on the current landscape of college sports. They share personal experiences, insights on the evolution of football positions, and the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity. These former college teammates, discuss the evolving landscape of college football, focusing on the impact of NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) on recruitment and player compensation. They explore the disparities in financial support between elite programs and mid-major schools, the need for health insurance and post-career support for athletes, and propose solutions for a more equitable system. The discussion highlights the challenges faced by college athletes, the importance of fair compensation, and the potential for incentivizing loyalty among players. In this engaging conversation, Coach Boz and The Lab Network discuss the evolution of athletic facilities, the impact of NIL on athletes, and share proud moments from their coaching careers. They delve into the importance of understanding genetic potential in sports, provide advice for aspiring college athletes, and reflect on memorable games and players. The discussion also highlights the work of The Lab Network in film production and mentorship for young athletes.