Hoop Industry Podcast
by Tyler Neal
Tyler Neal and Spencer Davies take you inside the world of basketball at all levels with the Hoop Industry Podcast, powered by Run The Show. Neal is the co-founder of RTS. A former coach at the NBA and G League levels with the Cleveland Cavaliers organization, he also coached three years at the Division I level with the Akron Zips, has worked at USA Basketball, and has multiple years of experience at the Nike Coaching Academy. Davies has been in the world of basketball and media for over a decade, mainly covering the Cleveland Cavaliers and the NBA since graduating from the University of Akron in 2015. He has been a full-time managing editor and senior writer, a freelance correspondent, a social media manager, a digital production assistant, a sports radio anchor and a producer, among other roles.
Episodes
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Cavs Forward Nae'Qwan Tomlin Gives Back, Hosts Summer Camp at The Sports Plant
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Nae'Qwan Tomlin, Run The Show coach Kevin Christie, and The Sports Plant lead basketball trainer Rollie Smith join Spencer Davies at Tomlin's Summer Basketball Camp in Euclid for a special edition of Hoop Industry. Tomlin discusses the incredible turnout at his second...
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Pete Hutchins Describes Climb From Coaching to Athletic Director at Western Reserve Academy
In the latest episode of the Hoop Industry Podcast, Western Reserve Academy athletic director Pete Hutchins shares his journey from coaching at various levels to building a successful prep basketball program. He discusses the importance of relationships, networking, and building a strong culture…
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Knicks-Spurs in NBA Finals, Balancing Analytics and Intuition in Coaching
Spencer Davies and Tyler Neal discuss NBA playoff trends, analytics in coaching, and insights into team strategies and coaching philosophies. What is the right way to utilize statistical analysis? How far can you lean into the projected and expected numbers before relying on feel? The guys also...
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Future of March Madness, NCAA Tournament Takeaways, and 'Old-School' Coaching
Spencer Davies and Ty Neal dive into the excitement of March Madness, coaching philosophies, the evolution of college basketball, and the impact of international players and experience on tournament success. They discuss their favorite moments from the NCAA Tournament thus far, including close...
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Akron Zips Legend Steve McNees Reminisces About MAC Tournament, March Madness
Before the MAC Tournament tips off in Cleveland, Spencer Davies and Ty Neal welcome Run The Show founder Steve McNees to the Hoop Industry Podcast! A multi-time conference champion with The University of Akron as both a player and coach, McNees shares his favorite Zips memories from the…
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Inside the Mind of a Sports Performance Expert With Dr. Chad Teague
In the latest episode of the Hoop Industry Podcast, Dr. Chad Teague joins Spencer Davies and Tyler Neal to share his expertise in sports medicine, chiropractic care, and athlete performance optimization. Having worked with top professionals across the NBA, NFL, and MLB, Dr. Teague dives into his...
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LeBron's Cleveland Homecoming | NIL in Ohio | Youth Basketball Solutions
In the latest episode of the Hoop Industry Podcast, Spencer Davies and Tyler Neal dive into a number of topics. LeBron James returned to Cleveland with the Lakers to take on the Cavs, which evoked a bunch of memories. The guys also got into the evolution of high school basketball in Ohio. Western...
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New Era of College Basketball | Darryn Peterson, AJ Dybantsa Shining
In the latest episode of the Hoop Industry Podcast, Tyler Neal and Spencer Davies are back after the holiday season. They discuss the terrific turnout at the third annual Run The Show Winter Classic event at Tallmadge, highlighting the matchups and moments from the event. Ty and Spencer offer...
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Mastering the Art of Shooting With Kevin Christie
In this episode of the Hoop Industry Podcast, Tyler Neal, Spencer Davies, and Kevin Christie delve into the world of basketball coaching, player development, and the nuances of shooting techniques. They share personal experiences with professional players, discuss the importance of individualized...
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Kyle Guy Opens Up on Retiring, Coaching and Returning, Best Virginia Memories
In the latest episode of the Hoop Industry Podcast, Kyle Guy shares his remarkable journey from retiring as a player to becoming a coach and then returning to the court. He reflects on his experiences in Indiana basketball, his time at the University of Virginia, and the experiences he has had...
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Cleveland's Own Gabriella Kreuz | Cavs at NBA Quarter-Pole Mark
Gabriella Kreuz, an all-around Cleveland personality, joins Tyler Neal and Spencer Davies on the show for a Thanksgiving episode! She delves into how she became involved in the business of basketball and sports in general after a decorated career as a student-athlete at John Carroll and getting…
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Jameel Cosby of Halftime Hoops | NBA G League's Purpose | NCAA's Arrogance
Tyler Neal and Spencer Davies are joined by Run The Show director of player development and Halftime Hoops co-founder Jameel Cosby! The guys get into the landscape of the NBA and G League, including giving props to Cleveland Cavaliers two-way forward Nae'Qwan Tomlin, a friend of RTS. What is the…
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Early-Season Basketball at NBA, NCAA & High School Levels, Sharing Our Backgrounds
Tyler Neal and Spencer Davies dig into the basketball season, which is in full swing at all levels. They get into local Ohio hoops and the hotbed the Buckeye state has become, what it was like for Run The Show to work with NBA and NCAA players over the summer, and much more. Additionally, Ty and...
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Tavari Johnson on the Akron Zips' Top Program, John Groce, NCAA Tournament
Spencer Davies and Tyler Neal debut the Hoop Industry Podcast with Akron Zips point guard Tavari Johnson as a special guest! He discussed the culture at one of the top programs in the country, the special nature of playing for a coach like John Groce, and the team's goals for the 2025-26 season....
About this show
Tyler Neal and Spencer Davies take you inside the world of basketball at all levels with the Hoop Industry Podcast, powered by Run The Show.
Neal is the co-founder of RTS. A former coach at the NBA and G League levels with the Cleveland Cavaliers organization, he also coached three years at the Division I level with the Akron Zips, has worked at USA Basketball, and has multiple years of experience at the Nike Coaching Academy.
Davies has been in the world of basketball and media for over a decade, mainly covering the Cleveland Cavaliers and the NBA since graduating from the University of Akron in 2015. He has been a full-time managing editor and senior writer, a freelance correspondent, a social media manager, a digital production assistant, a sports radio anchor and a producer, among other roles.
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