Chuck Thompson
@FiveStateHoops
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-21 Year Coach -11 Year Evaluator as of 2024-25 Season https://t.co/HTUkWSOIUc
Minnesota
Joined August 2014
I feel bad for Hailey Van Lith. She was brought in as All-American. She never has single play drawn for her. Asked to defend the best player in the country with little or no help, & the second she makes a mistake offensively she gets yanked. How could she have any confidence?.
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To HS football players: When all the female athletes come out & support you on the field all fall, make sure you do the same for them during their seasons. Also, they give YOU the attention at your games, at their games it’s 100% about THEM, cheer them on as they will for you.
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Sick of seeing great High School coaches stepping down. There’s going to come a point where no coach can last more than 5 years because of parental interference and administrators without the backbone to fend them off.
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If you're a parent who is constantly yelling instruction at your child from the stands, and your child is constantly looking to you & not your coach, you have an unrecruitable child. Sorry to have to break that to you if you're that parent.
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Neighbor girls are shooting hoops. As one shoots she yells "Maya Moore". @MooreMaya, not LeBron, not Kobe, not Jordan, not any male player, she yelled "Maya Moore" & then knocked down her jumper. Don't know about you, but to me that's a win for Women's Hoops. I was so happy!.
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Dear Basketball Mom or Dad:.Put down the camera for a game and just relax and watch with amazement as your child plays the game they love. They won’t mind if 1 game goes unfilmed. Treat your eyes to a game, you’ll never regret it!.
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Someday I want to host a huge AAU event, with a shot clock, 10 minute quarters, and absolutely, 100% ban zones. College Coaches would flock from miles around to see if some of these zone-only players could actually guard anyone.
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Just wanted everyone to know I suffered a stroke last week. Luckily I went to hospital immediately & am doing better. I do plan to attend our Elite Exposure Camp Wed. as well as the @AllIowaAttack Tournament of Champions in Des Moines. Blessed I got in early & had great doctors.
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Unfortunately, due to my 2 strokes last year & the lasting effects I've suffered I will not be able to continue covering Girls Basketball in the region any further. I hope to get to an event or two to Tweet if possible. I have been blessed to meet so many great people thru hoops.
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I love basketball. That's all. I just freaking love basketball.
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Ended 2020 in the ER following another stroke. Being alone in there & not knowing I’d be ok gives perspective on life. Hopefully I’ll leave the hospital soon & see all of you on the hoops trail at some point in 2021! Make sure to always tell those you love how much you love them!.
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8 States use the Shot Clock. 8 States currently have what 50 states will in time. The shot clock is not cost prohibitive (ND/SD prove that), it provides a better flow to the ENTIRE game & is natural progression that ALL higher levels already incorporate. Grow along with the game!.
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Ridiculous that some people want an apology out of Adia Barnes. I’ve seen 100x worse from Tom Izzo and Coach K but no one would even consider asking them the same question. Let women have some intensity, it’s ok and her team LOVED the emotion behind her gesture.
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I wish Brittney Griner being detained in Russia would receive the coverage on the news and world-wide stage that a player from the NFL, NBA, MLB or NHL would have in the exact same situation.
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Sleeping in a rental car at a rest stop. Literally giving everything I can to covering the game and trying to grow & promote girls & women’s basketball. One day it will get easier. I just pray I’m making a difference & one day my daughters will be proud of my work. #wornout.
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The WNBA pays it's players $11 million a year, that's EVERY player COMBINED. Time is now for NBA to use some money to promote women's hoops.
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This evening I'll be checking into the hospital for help with my mental health. Any positive thoughts over the next few days would be appreciated. Remember, if you are struggling, you are not alone. Reach out and get help, mental health can be tough to face alone.
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Happy to announce that I have accepted the Head Women's Basketball Coaching Position at St Cloud Technical Community College (SCTCC). If you're an open 2019 looking for great place to start your college career, let me know, we're going to work hard in recruiting!.
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So the 2019 Nike National Champs are from Iowa (@AllIowaAttack) and 2020 Nike National Champs are from Minnesota (@NorthTartan). Anyone who thinks that girls in the Midwest aren't the best have just been proven wrong!.
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A basketball court is my safe place from the world, has been since I was a kid. Nothing lets you process your emotions or life like shooting baskets alone in a gym, the quiet interrupted only by the bounce of the ball, the swish of the net, it's the most tranquil place on Earth.
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It is SOOO good to be back in Ames at the @AllIowaAttack Fieldhouse, can’t wait for some great games today!
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After a few days in the hospital addressing my mental health, I'm glad to say I'm out, I'm down in Ames, and I'm ready to do what I love tomorrow and cover some great hoops!.
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One thing parents needs to look at in an AAU program more is the coach they'll be playing for. What is his/her level of coaching experience OUTSIDE of AAU. You want to know your child is going to be developed as a player, if you're not learning anything new, you're not improving.
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Please let there be High School sports in 2020-21. I can't even imagine if there aren't.
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Officials shortage has led to some MN games being rescheduled tonight. If you abuse officials, knock it off! This is only going to get more prevalent until parents realize a HS ticket is not a ticket to abuse officials. I can tell you as a neutral observer, they do a good job!.
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Parents, you don't want to get critiqued at home after a tough day at work, so please realize your daughter feels the same after tough loss.
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I have made the decision to jump into basketball coverage as my sole source of income. Beginning tomorrow I will dedicate 12-16 hours a day to covering GBB in the region. That means 5-8 posts everyday, including weekends. Hope you will support the effort, it's time to go all in.
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Just found out from a specialist at the Hospital that I have Sepsis. What initially looked like it may have been Shingles was actually Sepsis. Could use your prayers, going to be a critical few days here.
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If you're a HS Coach, PLEASE use every resource you can to promote kids. Get stats to MNBasketballhub, wissports, bound, Maxpreps, anywhere you can. It's about promoting kids. The game has changed, it's not about hiding info from opponents, it's about opening doors for players.
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I’ve said it before, but it stills stands true and was shown all over the country. Midwest girls can flat out ball! Congrats to so many great showings!.
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Girls hoopers: the late July viewing period is the time when I see, by far, the most ACL injuries occur. Please make sure your body is getting enough sleep, enough liquids, enough down time and plenty of stretching (with focus on ACL prevention) before each & every game!.
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If you are fortunate enough to play D1, D2, NAIA, D3 or JUCO basketball you are a very talented player. Playing at the next level, at ANY level, is a reward for years & years of hard work. Always pursue the dream & play as long as you can. Lifetime memories & friendships!.
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Never forget your first offer to play college ball. That coach/staff/program believed in you and saw something in you before the rest.
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I'm gonna open up a bit. It's been a long time since I've truly lived, sevearl years. Had health issues, a divorce & other personal struggles, but the last 2 weeks on the road with my son has lifted me up. I believe in myself again, I'm smiling more & I'm living, not just being.
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Sometimes when you struggle with areas of your personal life it's truly a blessing to dive into basketball and just enjoy the game. I have my struggles, but I know there are so many in this great community who support me & appreciate my work and that means so much to me.
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I'm just one guy trying to make a positive impact on the GBB world. I will ONLY be positive about players & try to lift them up. If you don't agree w/me, that's ok, but do so by LIFTING a player you believe in, not by trying to tear down another. Negativity doesn't grow the game.
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I’m not embarrassed to talk about my mental illness, physical health or returning to being homeless, they don’t define me. When it’s my time to go, I hope to be remembered as a dad and basketball fanatic, that is what defines me. Our passions, not our struggles, are who we are.
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Lexie didn’t finish Top 3 at MN State Fair Talent Show, the Top acts we’re all amazing & well-deserving of the accolades. That being said, I just lived one of the 10 best days/evenings of my life watching her compete. So damn proud of her. A large portion of her performance:
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When someone messages & says to stick to hoops on Twitter, that hurts. I am a human & my struggles are real. I am 100% positive about the kids & teams I cover, but if I share my struggles on Twitter that is just an honest representation of who I am. Thankful for the supporters.
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I mean it when I say this, if I can get even ONE kid an opportunity to get their college payed for while continuing their basketball career by getting their info out there & covering games, then when it's over I can feel like I've succeeded.
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On Friday, I will be closing downmy social media & focusing on my mental & physical health & my children. Grateful to anyone who has followed along with my Twitter feed. My cell is always there for calls & texts at 320-291-4564. Unfortunately, my health just hasn’t held up well.
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To all the girls hoopers out there who are taller than everyone else: I feel sorry for you when you get called for a foul (or have parents complaining) when you have the ability to reach over opposing players for rebounds. Because you're tall doesn't mean it's over the back!.
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Great night for all the Guards who have heard "too small" their whole lives.
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Due to my recent stroke topped with car issues, I was off the hoops trail this weekend. With continued health progress I hope to be back next weekend.
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The WNBA should consider expansion, but do it in proven College towns with Women’s fan bases. Think Ames or Iowa City couldn’t host a WNBA team and draw 10,000+? Don’t have to link them to NBA cities, link them to proven women’s hoops supporters.
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Honestly surprised more kids don’t take the JUCO route if there goal is eventually get to Division 1. Good chance to play from Day 1, polish your skill set and advance to D1 when you’re more ready. A lot of D1s know a JUCO kid can fill a need right away.
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Since the girls in Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin mean the world to me, I'm happy to announce I've added a silent partner with a business background & it's time to go to the next level & grow & expand Five State Hoops:.
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Got messages from coaches at the DI, DII and DIII levels today asking about specific kids in the gym today or looking for some new names to add to their recruiting lists. Favorite part of what I do BY FAR is helping generate those connections.
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I recently went over 7,000 followers. I don't know who was #7,000 because I don't pay close enough attention, but I want to say thank you to every single one of you for following a guy who Tweets a lot about Girls/Womens hoops!.
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Call me an optimist, but with more good news of testing starting to catch up I believe we'll have AAU in June! Let's hope that happens.
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Thanks everyone, it's been a helluva lotta fun and I will still Tweet about the kids, coaches and teams I love when the chances are there. Good luck ladies, chase those dreams, and don't take a backseat to the boys, you got game!.
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I suffer from Mental Illness. If you struggle too, tell someone. You'd be surprised how many people will listen & genuinely care about you & want to help you fight your battle. You are not alone, even though I know from experience that on the toughest days it can feel like it.
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Back in Ames, where I think I’ll spend as many days in June as in Minnesota, but always happy to be here!!
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I had a stroke July 2nd & my body has been having issues since. Although I can't get to any live games because of increased COVID risk until things improve, I want to start covering as many games as I can from home in IA, MN, ND, NE, SD & WI so please send me links if you would!.
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Always enjoy programs that are new to AAU. They want a foul called every time down. It's big girl basketball, you gotta get tough. Basketball IS a physical game.
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Another Women’s Final Four and once again both games are great. If you’re not watching the top Women’s teams you are missing out, this is great basketball, not just great Women’s basketball.
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I love the fact that Division III coaches can coach AAU. If you are fortunate enough to get one of them as your coach soak in the knowledge.
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As I'm starting to work on 2026 rankings I want to make this statement: there is a storm coming in 2026, probably the deepest group for High Major prospects in the region. The MW is truly a hotbed for Girls Hoops at all ages, fun time to be seeing this talent roll through.
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Too much recruiting in AAU becomes like politics, tear apart the other side, don't talk about what you are building. I could write a crazy book with some of the stories that trickle down to me. Props to the clubs that do it without tearing others down.
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The initial Top 100 Regional Player Rankings for Class of 2026 (Includes IA, MN, ND, ND, SD, WI) now posted at . @JenicaRaine10 @maddyngreenway .Samantha Davis @LeeleeBell2026 .@NKussow @OehrleinTori .@MaggieFricke @CailJahnke .@N_Elite_Baller @jbball1022.
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It's nice seeing so many players & coaches thanking each other for their shared AAU experiences. This is what the game does, it brings people from all over together for a shared purpose, and isn't that what life is really all about?.
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I don't see a lot of AAU teams with more than 8 healthy players this weekend. These kids have been through the grind, managed to stay healthy, and continue to play hard game in, game out.
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As schools continue to treat Coaches like crap, I will continue to call them on it. Someone has to defend the men & women who work for little $ out of their desire to teach kids valuable life lessons alongside the skills necessary for their sports/activities.
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One thing you'll notice about some of the top club programs. Their coaches go and support the other teams in their programs consistently, always at each others games. Also, their Directors are going court to court following all their teams and showing how much they care.
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This young guy is seriously one of the absolute best refs out there. If you see him, thank him and other young officials out there. We need them!
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I think often times non-metro players & players from smaller programs often get cheated in Player Rankings. I'm hoping as I build my rankings on an "as-seen" basis through the spring & summer to help recognize some of those players.
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It takes years to build a dynasty in HS athletics, sadly it often only takes 1 bitter parent to tear one down.
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Amazing night. Final @PA_GirlsHoops 126, Minnehaha Academy 94. @maddyngreenway with 60, including career point 2,000 for Providence. @addimackk with 45 for Minnehaha. Providence also clinches conference Championship
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Beginning April 1 I’m leaving my current security job and going “all-in” on basketball. It is my passion and I hope that by dedicating all my time to it I can do it like I want. Starting Monday I will be having fresh posts everyday & maybe be working some side projects of note!.
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As someone who is open in his struggles with Mental Health & Depression, I want to sincerely thank everyone who I get to interact with at AAU/Club events. It is a place I feel safe and comfortable and that really impacts my life in a positive way. Thank you very much!.
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As I approach 9,000 followers I just want to say thank you to every one of you. I'm just one guy, 100% on my own, trying to grow & build the game of GBB & WBB. I certainly have my struggles, but your support means more than I can put into words. Thank you.
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Keep an eye on 2035 Callie Fennelly of Ames. She's still small, but will have a high hoops IQ & PG skills. @CycloneWBB likely landing spot.
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Just gonna stay in my lane this AAU season, work hard for the girls players out there, and hopefully by doing a good job in promoting the game, help some of them find more opportunities. It’s about the kids.
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I'd be hard pressed to think any player has ever had a bigger impact on Girls & Women's basketball in Minnesota than Lindsay Whalen.
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Tweeted out hundreds of highlight reels this week, and if even one player gets one college opportunity because of it, it was 100% worth it. Love promoting the game I love.
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After a couple years out of AAU I was hopeful the right opportunity might come around. Happy to announce I’ll be coaching with @NorthTartan at 2025 level, building a new, strong team! Lots of skill work, player development & positivity. It’s about making your daughter better!.
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I will be out in July doing evaluations. I am closer to 100% each day both mentally and physically. I am blessed to be a small part of the tremendous basketball community.
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There were a LOT of people that helped me through my social anxiety issues & made Summer Jam special. To those that took a little time to say hello, say you understand, let me know you care or in any way encouraged me, thank you. I felt the love & support of the hoops community.
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I don’t care where anyone plays or for what program, I just enjoy trying to promote & grow the Girls/Women’s game, period!.
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Is this heaven? No, it's Iowa. So happy to be back at @AllIowaAttack Field House, my favorite place to watch hoops.
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12 games today, 47 this week, this is the place to be if I’m gonna absorb that much hoops. Love the @AllIowaAttack Field House, my favorite multi-Court facility!
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A loose ball is on the ground, who gets it? Usually the kid willing to get on the ground & sacrifice. Who gets the board when there are 6 kids in the paint? Usually the same kid, the toughest one! Find what makes you different, that’s what college coaches want, a unique quality.
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Tonight should be the start of the AAU season for many, many teams. The coronavirus wins today, but hopefully social distancing works well enough to salvage a partial season.
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I do my best. I know ratings are a guessing game. I have sacrificed & lost a lot doing this. I have nothing & yet I want to find a way to do MORE. Before you attack me, realize how little I have & how much I want to give to the game I love. I'm trying. To me, it's about the kids.
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For the past few weeks, with the exception of a quality dinner with my son, I have been off the radar. I have been dealing with mental illness, physical issues & homelessness. Today, I am checking into the hospital. I hope to be back & interactive w/the basketball community soon.
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The #1 thing I want to wish all teams playing in July is good health. This is the time of year when bodies break down the most & I hope every player out there is able to play great basketball & at the end of a long season be healthy & take a little break to let your body recover.
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God, my family, my friends & the basketball community got me through a brutally difficult 2020 personally. Now the calendar has turned & it's time to give back to those, including the basketball community, that helped truly save my life. Time to give all I've got in my coverage.
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Not the same at an AAU event without Ken Johnson of @AllIowaAttack being here. Wishing Ken nothing but the best with his health and hope we're talking hoops again very soon. Take care Ken, we're all pulling for you!.
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The crew on Court 1 at Jefferson. They’ve paired 3 great ones on this Father’s Day at @NorthTartan Summer Jam. I’ve got to give top refs more positive publicity and I will!
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Why the guy who's always on Twitter (me) hasn't been. Taking on life.
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I know everyone is praising Fox for televising a Women’s Basketball game for the first time Sunday, but I ask why did it take until 2021 to do so?.
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Anxiety was HIGH at start of yesterday after a rough week. 1st game I sat by a parent who said they hope I continue to speak out about my mental health. I can't tell you how much that meant to me. Relieved the anxiety, and had a great Friday of coverage. Thank you!.
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For kids that play hard there will always be a college coach out there at some level that will give them an opportunity. Always play with a motor.
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Paige, thank you for continuing to represent not only Minnesota, but the USA with your selfless, team-first style of play. You’re a unique talent, a role model to many young players, and it’s awesome to see you win Gold once again! You make so many of us proud!.
Beyond blessed to be able to same I’m a two time gold medalist! All glory to God! Thanks to @usabasketball & my great coaches and teammates🏅
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Hearing kids walking out with their parents after a game and laughing and smiling, that's the good stuff.
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HATE negative parents at games that complain about every single action on the court. Just stay home.
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If there's a boy/girl doubleheader at a HS and the Girls game is the better match-up the boys should play first. Just sayin'.
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