Beyond the Buzzer

Hosted by Brandon Evans & Austin Shoemaker, Beyond the Buzzer dives into the truth about youth sports. As a basketball trainer and sports performance coach, we develop over 500 athletes weekly and see the misconceptions, mistakes, and real keys to success.For coaches, parents, and players, we break down training myths, coaching tactics, and athlete development—no fluff, just real talk.New episodes every Sunday! Watch on YouTube & listen on Spotify, Apple, and more. 🎙️🔥

Beyond the Buzzer is a sports podcast hosted by Brandon Evans, with 5 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Brandon Evans hosts Beyond the Buzzer, a sports show with 5 episodes published.

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  Episode #5

  S1:EP5 - Principles of a Quality Training Session

  Apr 22, 20251h 5mS1

  <p>In this episode of Beyond the Buzzer, Brandon and Austin break down what really makes a training session effective. Whether you’re a coach, parent, or athlete, this episode will give you a clear blueprint for what high-quality training should look like—and what to avoid.</p><p>They talk through core principles like intentional reps, live play, progressive challenge, and how to create sessions that actually translate to in-game improvement. You’ll also hear why trust, structure, and adaptability are key ingredients in helping athletes get better—no matter their age or level.</p><p>If you’ve ever wonde...

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  Beyond the Buzzer

  S1:EP4 - Debunking Common Youth Development Myths Pt. 2/2

  Apr 4, 202541 minS0

  <p>In this episode, Brandon Evans and Austin Shoemaker dive into the world of youth sports development, breaking down widely accepted beliefs that may be holding athletes back. This is the second of a two-part series focused on elevating the standard of training, coaching, and support for young athletes.Between us, we train over 500 athletes weekly, and we’ve seen firsthand what works and what doesn’t in youth sports development. Whether you're a coach, parent, or player, this episode will help you understand how to build real, long-term growth.🚀 New episodes every Sunday!Follow us for more content:🏀 Brandon Evans: @be...

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  Episode #3

  S1:EP3 - Debunking Common Youth Development Myths Pt. 1/2

  Mar 26, 202554 minS1

  <p>In this episode, Brandon Evans and Austin Shoemaker dive into the world of youth sports development, breaking down widely accepted beliefs that may be holding athletes back. This is the first of a two-part series focused on elevating the standard of training, coaching, and support for young athletes.</p><p>🎧 New episodes every Sunday<br />📍 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms<br />📺 Watch full episodes and more on this channel</p><p>Follow us on Instagram:<br />🔹 Brandon – @bevansbball<br />🔹 Austin – @ajs_perform</p><p>Like, subscribe, and drop a comment if you’re passionate about helping athletes grow

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  Episode #2

  S1:EP2 - Addressing Burnout and Overtraining in Youth Athletes

  Mar 16, 202533 minS1

  <p>In this episode, we’re tackling a topic that doesn’t get talked about enough—the mental side of burnout and overtraining. Too many young athletes are feeling the pressure to always be in the gym, always be competing, and always be “grinding.” But at what cost?</p><p>We break down:<br />🔥 The mental warning signs of burnout—lack of motivation, anxiety, and emotional exhaustion<br />💭 How overtraining can drain passion and turn the game into a job instead of a love<br />🛑 The pressure athletes feel to "keep up" and why the fear of falling behind is hurting more than hel...

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  Episode #1

  S1:EP1 - Aligning Coach Energy with Athlete Needs

  Mar 9, 202534 minS1

  <p>Great coaching isn’t just about X’s and O’s—it’s about matching the energy in the gym. In this episode, Brandon Evans & Austin Shoemaker break down why coaches must adapt to their athletes' mindset, know when to push, and when to ease up to get the best out of them.</p>

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