Colorado High School Basketball Podcast

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Colorado High School Basketball Podcast, we talk all  Coliesum team, and then we chat with 6A state champion Rock Canyon HC Kent Grams about his teams over the years and what made this year special. Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textDev and Basketball Colorado talk about the boys' state semi finals proudly presented by 7070athletics.comSupport the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textOn this extended episode we talk with Chris Crosby the HC at Mullen High School and Mr Basketball CO in 1996.  We discuss his Mustangs, the state of CO basketball, and he dives in with us to preview the boys 5A and 6A great 8 this weekend at the Coliseum Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textOn this episode of the Colorado High School Basketball Podcast, we talk with Bobby Lopez of PrepHoops Colorado to preview the first two rounds of the 5A and 6A playoffs. Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textOn this episode of the Colorado High School Basketball Podcast presented by 7070athletics.com. We talk about about the big games coming up in teh final week of the regular season, We discuss 6A and 5A Top10s. Teh big game between Mountain Vista and Ralston Valley in 6A, we dive into Standley Lake clinching their first league title. Then we also talk a little bracketology for the state tournament coming up.Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textOn this episode of the Colorado High School basketball podcast sponsored by 7070athletics.com We discuss our TOP10 Teams in both 6A and 5A  but we dedicate much of the podcast as we coudl to our interview with Silver Creek boys' head coach Bob Banning. Coach Banning is retiring this year after 40 years of coaching high school basketball in our great state. We discuss his 40-year journey and and what it has been like to coach his son and what his retirement game against his first school, where he won a state title will be like. Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textThis week on the Colorado High School Basketball Podcast, we discuss the 5A Top 10 teams, scores, and big games to be on the lookout for. Then we discuss the same for the 6A level. We end the podcast with our breakdown of the biggest game in the state this week, the rivalry game between Ralston Valley and Arvada West. Thank you to our sponsor 7070athletics.com for making this season possible. Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textIn this epsiode presented by 7070athletics.com we talk about the top10 boys basketball teams in Colorado class 5A &6A. We discuss the top scorers and double-double getters.  We talk about the separation of teams and what some need to do to take that next step. Then we talk to Coach Devon Grant of Liberty High School. The first-year head coach opens up about how the season is goign and how he is handling his first year in the first chair.  We also talk with Coach Grant about the state of basketball in the Springs and Colorado. We he sees the challenges are and how things can get better. Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textHappy New Year and welcome back to the Colorado High School Basketball Podcast, sponsored by 7070 Athletics — Elevate Your Game.The 2026 high school basketball season is already proving to be wildly unpredictable, and this episode breaks down everything you need to know coming out of the holiday break in Colorado 6A and 5A boys basketball.We dive into the latest 6A and 5A Top 10 rankings, review which teams held steady over the break, and discuss how out-of-state tournaments and returning players could shift the landscape in the weeks ahead. You’ll also get a deep look at scoring leaders and double-double standouts across both classifications, including eye-opening performances from some of the state’s top guards, forwards, and rising sophomores.The heart of the episode centers on one of the biggest early-season matchups: Chaparral vs. Ralston Valley — a clash between two Top 5 6A programs. We break down the numbers, key matchups, offensive styles, transition play, and strategic factors that could decide the game, including how each team handles pace, three-point shooting, and half-court execution.We also preview a packed slate of must-watch games over the next week, highlight several “measuring stick” matchups that will help define contenders, and examine what these games tell us about Colorado teams competing on a statewide and national level.If you’re a coach, player, parent, or fan looking to stay informed on the Colorado high school basketball scene, this episode delivers rankings, insight, and context you won’t find anywhere else.Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textIn this episode of the Colorado High School Basketball Podcast, host Matt Langley interviews former high school and college basketball player Caydrick Bloomquist to explore how high school basketball develops mental toughness, resilience, and elite performance skills that transfer to life after sports.Caydrick grew up in Emporia, Kansas in a basketball culture built on the xitZone mentality—a philosophy focused on pushing beyond comfort zones, performing under fatigue, and building discipline through accountability. That mindset helped shape his journey from high school basketball to college athletics, becoming an All-American pole vaulter, and later working in sports performance, mindset training, and human performance consulting with Olympians, tactical athletes, and military populations.This episode discusses:How high school basketball builds mental toughness and resilienceThe XitZone philosophy and its seven core principlesWhy learning to perform while fatigued creates a competitive edgeHow mindset training improves confidence, focus, and consistencyLessons from basketball that apply to school, careers, and life challengesWhy today’s athletes must train their mindset as much as their physical skillsPerfect for high school basketball players, coaches, parents, trainers, and educators, this episode explains why basketball is one of the best tools for developing work ethic, leadership, emotional control, and long-term success—both on and off the court.Here is the link to reserve your spot for the 1-hour xitzone workshophttps://forms.gle/h2m7gSx3jd6vyGu46Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textRegis Jesuit star Eric Fiedler, the preseason No. 1 player on the All-Basketball Colorado list and CSU commit, joins the show for a deep, honest, and surprisingly funny conversation about his rise to the top of Colorado high school basketball.Eric opens up about his dramatic transformation from a 260-pound freshman “baseball guy” into one of the most skilled forwards in the region. He shares how AAU with Mountain Stars reshaped his game, what it meant to earn Under Armour Circuit MVP, and why CSU head coach Ali Farokhmanesh was the biggest factor in his college decision.We also dive into: • His toughest matchups and favorite gyms to play in • Why Regis vs. Rock Canyon and Regis vs. Chaparral are must-see battles • The story behind giving up baseball—yes, including the window-shattering injury • His relationship with Colorado’s other top players, including Madden Smiley and DrewIt’s a candid, insightful look at the work, belief, and moments that built one of the state’s most exciting seniors. If you follow Colorado hoops, this is a must-listen.Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textIn this conversation, host Matt Langley sits down with longtime friend, media voice, and Colorado hoops staple Dev Johnson. Dev shares the full arc of his basketball journey—from playing for Mike Rogers at George Washington High School and reaching the state championship, to discovering sports media at UNC, landing an unexpected ESPN Denver internship, and eventually becoming a defining voice at DNVR Sports.Dev talks about the coaches who shaped him, the moments that pushed him, and how his deep love for basketball has guided every step—from covering the Nuggets through the Jokic era to returning to the high school scene with Prep Hoops. He and Matt revisit old stories, break down how Dev evaluates players today, and reflect on how basketball can change a life on and off the court.A heartfelt, funny, and insightful episode to close out the preseason and kick off another year of Colorado high school hoops.Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textAs high school basketball season tips off in Colorado, host Matt Langley of Basketball Colorado sits down with former Colorado prep standout Aiden Haas — now an author and former Division I athlete — to talk about his new book "So You Wanna Play College Sports?"Aiden shares the unfiltered truth behind the college athlete experience: from injuries, redshirts, and mental health challenges to the lessons learned about discipline, teamwork, and life beyond the game. He opens up about the moment he realized college athletics is a business, what it’s really like to rehab while the team moves on, and how those experiences shaped his outlook on sports and success.Whether you’re a high school athlete, coach, or parent, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone thinking about taking their game to the next level.🎧 Presented by 7070 Athletics — helping athletes build strong fundamentals, learn new skills, and compete in a fun, challenging environment. Learn more at 7070athletics.com.Pick up Aden's book here a.co/d/7QsHKs8Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textHost Matt Langley welcomes Andrew Farrell and Micah Roberson, co-founders of Locker Room (L-K-R-M), a new sports technology company aimed at helping high school coaches manage their basketball programs more efficiently.The conversation begins with light-hearted banter about college traditions and leads into a deeper discussion about how lessons from playing sports translate into life skills and professional success.Andrew shares his background — growing up near a high school where his mom worked as an administrator — and how seeing coaches stay late inspired him to build a platform that saves them time. Despite majoring in physics and politics, he turned down a lucrative job offer to pursue Locker Room full-time, driven by the belief that technology can simplify coaching and program management.Micah reflects on his basketball journey in Alabama, realizing early that his playing career wouldn’t extend to college but that the teamwork, discipline, and perseverance he learned through the sport carried over into his medical school pursuits and his work with Locker Room.Together, they describe Locker Room as a coach-first platform designed to eliminate paperwork, streamline scheduling, manage rosters, track budgets, and even integrate with platforms like MaxPreps. Their goal is to save coaches 20 hours a week and help them focus more on their players and program culture.Langley praises the platform’s intuitive design and relates it to his own experience as a high school coach who once had to manually call newspapers to report scores. The episode emphasizes how technology, teamwork, and passion for the game can intersect to make high school sports more effective and enjoyable for everyone involved.🏀 Key TakeawaysLocker Room (LKRM) helps coaches cut administrative time by up to 40%.Built from feedback from hundreds of coaches nationwide.Focused on organization, culture, and long-term program sustainability.Founders emphasize life lessons from sports — goal setting, resilience, and teamwork.The episode captures how innovation in high school athletics can empower coaches and players alike.Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a text"New Beginnings: Coach Aaron Thomas on Family, Change, and Colorado Hoops"Episode Description: The Colorado High School Basketball Podcast tips off a brand new season with a familiar face — Coach Aaron Thomas. Host Matt Langley (@bballco_co) sits down with the former Liberty High School head coach to talk about his decision to step down and move his family to Las Vegas, what’s next for the Liberty Lancers, and how he’ll stay involved with 7070 Athletics.Thomas opens up about balancing family, career, and coaching, the wild world of high school basketball transfers, and how Colorado stacks up heading into the new 6A season. The two also dive into the new MaxPreps ranking system, the upcoming shot clock rollout, and what it really takes to build a lasting program.🏀 Presented by: 7070Athletics.com – Elevate your game today.Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textReposting this interview from April 2020 with Nique Clifford.  Nique had been named GPOY, and there are many familiar themes that still ring true today for the soon-to-be NBA player. Presented unedited from the original pod. Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textIn this episode all 6 boys' state champion head coaches join us for a round table talk about building a championship culture, that ah moment, showing kids you believe in them, and what they would change in the they were the CHSAA basketball czar for the day, Thank you at 7070 athletics and Colorado Frontier Beef for your support of the CO HS bball podcastAlso use code basketball at https://coloradofrontierbeef.com/ to get 20% off your order Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textOn this episode Coach Schayes joins us to discuss his basketball odyssey, 35 years at Kent, this years state championship team, and how he found his wife. This is an incredible tale. Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textOn this episode, powered by 7070 Athletics. We talk with brand new 5A Boys State Champion Jon Rakiecki, Head Coach of the Windsor Wizards.We discuss how his team has matured over the past year, finally beating Mesa Ridge, what the championship game was like, and what changes can be made to the tournament. Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textOn this Epsiode we have 5A defending state champ Mesa Ridge Boys HC Joel Babbitt and 6A defending state champ Jeff Platt join the show. It was a great talk with both coaches.Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textOn this Sweet 16 episode on the Colorado High School Basketball Podcast we talked with Chaparral HC Nate Rohnert about his basketball journey and how his team is looking going into the sw 16. In our second interview, we talked with Ralston Valley HC on how he became a coach, what it is like coaching his two boys, and how his team will handle their SW 16 foe Denver South.Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textWe get to have great talks with CHSAA 6A #1 seed Rangeview HC Shawn Palmer and #2 Eaglecrest HC Jarris Krapcha. They both talk about how the season has gone and how transfers have helped their teams. Both coaches talk about how to get their teams to welcome in new players and what has surprised them about their teams. I fully expect to see both teams at the Coliseum this year. Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textJon Miller talks about to us about what happening in Colorado Springs High School Basketball Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textOn part 2 of our talk with Nick Graham, we discuss the basketball side of things when it comes to mental toughness and mental health. We discuss the ups and downs of a couple of local players and how Nick helped them. https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B08HVSR4Y3 link to Nick's books on amazon Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textEach week for the rest of the high school season will are going to do a special 15-minutes in the Springs episode with Jon Miller.  He will cover the big games and the big events that occur in the Colorado High School boys basketball scenes Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textIts a packed 11th epsiode. We run down the 6A & 5A Top10 and week preview and then we do a deep dive into Ralston Valley vs Valor.  Our guest this week in Nick Graham. He has been involved with CO hs basketball as long as I have been in the state and coached, trained, and mentored some of the top players we have had in the last 18 years.  He is an author and has a unique perspective on this game we call basketball. https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B08HVSR4Y3 to view Nick's Books Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textOn this episode we run through or 5A 6A top 10's then we welcome in Coach Cory Heitz of Prep School Athletic Placement Agency. Prep Athletics is just one of many different things that Cory invests his time into and he has become an expert on brick and motor prep school. He discusses the differences between traditional prep schools and basketball academies and gives us a couple of questions that you should be asking of both types of schools. Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textOn this episode we talk to Jon Miller our guy in Colorado Springs how covers the springs area for us. We talk about Springs Basketball and how parents act these days at games. There are some good funs and parents but the overall vibe is that it is getting worse.Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textThis was one of the best and longest interviews we have had in a while and Coach Wood was very gracious with his time. He talked about his time as a high schooler winning two state championships with his dad at Buena Vista HS and how he became the state's leading scorer and held the title for more than a decade. He talked about his time at CSU-Pueblo. Then he discusses his current team at Mountian Vista his two leading scorers and the philosophy that drives the Mountain Vista machine. Then he surprises us with the fact that he is a published author and currently working on his ninth book. here are the links to two of them  Dead Rabbits  - https://a.co/d/5O4T8CSDreamworld -https://a.co/d/2RDQ1NASupport the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textOn this Episode we talk with Ralston Valley Senior guard Tanner Braketa. He discusses his family, the rivalry non-rivalry with Cole Scherer, his commitment to the University of Northern Colorado, and his sauna. Then we discuss the 6A and 5A top10 schedules for the week. Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textOn this episode Coach Steve Smiley of the University of Northern Colorado and  Madden Smiley junior guard and one of the top prospects in the 2026 class in the region.  They talk about life as a basketball family, their respective teams, rivals, their biggest basketball moment, and what would surprise us about them. As always thank you to 7070atheltics for supporting our podcast. 7070 Athletics ELEVATE YOUR GAME this program will take your game to new heights! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textOn this episode we discuss the scoring snafu at Mullen, 5&6A Top10 preview for week 3 and we look at the Creek and Broomfield Tournaments. Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textOn this  episode we talk the first week, preview week 2 and talk about the preseason all basketball colorado listSupport the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textOn this episode of the Colorado High School Podcast, sponsored by 7070 Athletics, Fruita Monument Boys HC Mike Wells joins us to discuss coaching his kids, his team's elite 8 run last season, and the prospects for this season. Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textOn this episode of the Colorado High School Basketball Podcast  Valor senior point guard and reigning Gatorade Player of the Year  Cole Scherer joins us.  We will discuss the award, his high school season, and his commitment to Eastern Washington.7070 Athletics ELEVATE YOUR GAME this program will take your game to new heights! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textOn this episode, we talk with London Praytor, the 6'11 forward from Liberty High School in Colorado Springs, about his rise on to the scene and his commitment to to the University of Toledo. We also discus our 6A boys preseason top10  6-10 and some league changes in the 6A level 7070 Athletics ELEVATE YOUR GAME this program will take your game to new heights! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com

Send a textOn this episode of the Colorado high school basketball podcast our guest, Aaron Thomas, head coach at Liberty High School and 17U coach for 7070 Athletics reveals his dynamic approach to training that shuns traditional models, focusing instead on skill development and individualized attention. You'll learn about their remarkable summer achievements and standout players like Bryce Real and London Praytor, all while discussing the ripple effects of the transfer portal on college recruitment. Aaron's insights into their strategy of running the ball and shooting threes showcase how they captivated audiences on the independent circuit.Get ready to follow the whirlwind journey of Liberty High School's London Praytor and commitment to Toledo. Coach Thomas also gives us insight into rising stars Cam Cunningham and Evan Trinidad. These players are turning heads with their skills and dedication, overcoming initial skepticism to attract interest from notable college programs. Our conversation highlights how a strong support network and well-timed opportunities can catapult young athletes into the spotlight, challenging traditional expectations and showcasing the transformative power of talent and determination.7070 Athletics ELEVATE YOUR GAME this program will take your game to new heights! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showfor more follow @bball_co on twitter or visit BasketballColorado.com