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The DeJuan Marrero Podcast
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Welcome to the DeJuan Marrero Podcast! DeJuan is a former professional basketball player who hosts his mentors, former teammates, and a variety of influential guests, discussing how to navigate everyday life and the latest on what's going on in the sports community.
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Eps. 278 - Brady Pettigrew Breaks Down His Breakout Summer, Avg 23.6 PPG w/ Brad Beal Elite In The EYBL, Being No. 1 In IL, + What He's Looking For In A College Program + Much More
Jun 2800:09:09Tap to summarizeBrady Pettigrew is the No. 1 prospect in Illinois and No. 13 in the country in the 2028 class. The Bolingbrook standout joins the show to break down his breakout spring and summer with Brad Beal Elite, where he’s averaging 23.6 PPG and sitting top 4 in EYBL 16u scoring. Brady opens up on stepping into the lead role at Bolingbrook, what he’s really looking for in a college program beyond the offer sheet, and why staying home has been the right call so far. Enjoy..
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Eps. 277 - Michai White Talks EYBL Summer, 37-Point Game Debut In ATL, NBPA Top 100, Thoughts On The NBA Finals, Favorite Nike Kicks + Much More!
Jun 1100:12:47Tap to summarizeOn this episode of the DeJuan Marrero Podcast, we sit down with Michai White. No. 3 PG in the country and the No. 1 player out of New Jersey in the class of 2028. Michai is putting up 21 PPG and 5 APG on the Nike EYBL circuit with City Rocks 17U, ranking top 5 in scoring across the circuit. We break down his summer, his thoughts on the NBA Finals, Dylan Harper, Jalen Brunson, the NBPA Top 100 camp, and what it means to carry the flag for Jersey basketball. Enjoy. .
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Eps. 276 - Khristian Smith Talks Path To Miami of Ohio, Historic 31-Game Win Streak, NABC Flight School Selection, Player Development Process + Much More
May 2500:18:02Tap to summarizeCoach Khristian Smith didn’t just have a good year, he had a historic one. As an assistant at Miami of Ohio, he helped engineer one of the MAC’s most dominant defensive teams in recent memory, and was just selected for the inaugural NABC Flight School. One of the highest honors for an up-and-coming coach in the country. In this episode we chop it up about the season, his player development process, and what he’s seeing on the AAU circuit right now.
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Eps. 275 - Chad Myers Talks Link Academy, EYB Scholastic League, Competing In Chipotle Nationals + More 🔥
Apr 2400:14:59Tap to summarizeOn this episode of the DeJuan Marrero Podcast, I connect with Link Academy’s Chad Myers to break down his season from start to finish (26-5) record. We dive deep into the EYBL Scholastic League, why it’s the premier high school league in the country and how Chad and Link Academy ran the conference to claim the EYBL Scholastic title in the 24-25 season. Plus, we talk the Chipotle Nationals experience and what it means to compete on that stage.. Enjoy!
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Eps. 274 - Jordan Pettway (@ShakeHoops) Recaps Chipotle Nationals, Bella Vista Champs, Michigan's Title Win + More 🏆🔥
Apr 900:22:07Tap to summarizeJordan Pettway (@shakehoops) joins us fresh off Chipotle Nationals in Fishers, Indiana. We break down Bella Vista (AZ) winning the boys’ national title, the energy in the gym, and his takeaways as a creative. Plus, as a North Carolina fan from CT, he gives his perspective on Michigan’s 69–63 championship win over UConn. Enjoy!
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Eps. 273 - Montverde's Steve Turner Talks EYB Scholastic League, MVA New Era, Undefeated in the East 9-0, From Gonzaga to Montverde, + Much More 🏆🔥
Mar 600:14:38Tap to summarizeCoach Steve Turner joins the DeJuan Marrero Podcast to break down Montverde’s 9–0 run through the East Division in the EYB Scholastic League, his first year at MVA, and the identity driving this new era of Eagles basketball and much more. Enjoy.
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Eps. 272 - Jack Smiley Talks Belmont Winning Culture, 7-Game Streak, Valpo Return, Playing For Indy Heat And Being Teammates With Jeremiah Fears + More 🔥
Feb 200:14:12Tap to summarizeBelmont freshman Jack Smiley joins the podcast fresh off a win over Murray State and 7‑game win streak. We talk about his jump from La Lumiere and the EYBL to contributing at Belmont, his efficient start to college basketball, and what he learned from playing alongside first‑round pick Jeremiah Fears with Indy Heat. Jack breaks down returning home to Valpo, choosing a winning culture under Coach Casey Alexander, and the identity behind Belmont’s 20–3 season.
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Eps. 271 - Clint Swan Talks Hall of Fame Classic Champions, 6-0 Start, Thriller vs Cathedral, Crown Point Bulldog Culture + Future Indiana Hall of Famer 🏆🔥
Dec 3100:21:59Tap to summarizeCrown Point head coach and future Indiana Hall of Famer Clint Swan joins the show fresh off a 6–0 start to close out 2025. We break down the Bulldogs’ Hall of Fame Classic championship at New Castle, the tight win over Cathedral, and the identity driving this undefeated group. Coach Swan shares insights on leadership, player development, and what’s next as Crown Point enters the new year with momentum and a target on their back. Happy New Year and enjoy!
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Eps. 270 - Pete Kaffey Talks AZ Compass Start In EYBL Scholastic League, Coaching Jeremiah Fears, Preparing for Hoophall West Matchups + What To Expect At HoopHall Classic In MA 🔥
Dec 2400:31:52Tap to summarizeIn this episode, AZ Compass head coach Pete Kaffey opens up about leading his group to a 3–0 EYBL Scholastic start, preparing for a brutal stretch at Hoophall West and HoopHall Classic, and the mindset behind building a winning program. He also shares what it was like coaching Jeremiah Fears before his rise to the NBA and the moments that revealed his pro potential.
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Eps. 269 - Ace Dybantsa Talks BYU, How AJ Handles The Pressure + Hype, And Expectations, The Mindset And Daily Habits That Separate AJ From Other Elite Prospects, Projected No. 1 NBA Draft Pick 🔥
Dec 2100:08:21Tap to summarizeDeJuan Marrero host Ace Dybantsa — father of projected No. 1 NBA Draft pick AJ Dybantsa — to talk about raising a phenom, navigating pressure, and building the mindset behind one of college basketball’s most talked‑about stars. Ace shares the journey, the lessons, and the blueprint that shaped AJ into who he is today.
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