My D1 Story: How I Got My 1 Scholarship Offer
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 2 ต.ค. 2023
- As I go through my story of how I got my only Division 1 offer with you, I want to make it clear that I am not saying the way I went about things is the right or wrong way. I just want to show you how a normal, slightly unathletic kid who didn’t know a thing about playing basketball in college got his only Division 1 offer. Hopefully this will inspire you to never give up on your dreams or goals because like I always say, you only get one chance to go on this basketball journey.
Let’s get right into it!
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Let me know what stage of your basketball journey you guys are in!
Idk where I am, I’m good, but I overthink and get nervous so it makes me bad, I’m now a senior with no offers basketball season is starting soon so wish me luck
@@J4yshifty It is a hard spot to be in, but remember, I was in the same place going into my senior year. If you continue to put in the work, and build a positive mentality (see my video on confidence), you will give yourself a chance to get noticed. It doesn't always work out, but you have to give yourself the best possible chance! Good luck, go do your thing this year!
@@TuckerRichardson thx man I definitely will watch it tonight I appreciate it man, starting my season soon so I’m praying that we do good
i am a junior who got cut sophomore and junior year of hs basketball and with no offers. And will play aau in the summer.
I'm injured came off a surgery so meantally bad ngl
The fact that you got a D1 offer and played, puts you in a very elite group.
Thank you for making this video. I have a better perspective now on what to expect on my basketball journey
Of course! Glad to help.
yo keep making these vids there so good and inspirational, also the IQ vids where you go in-depth and explain plays and good things certain players do is really helpful. continue doing what your doing and you will find success
I appreciate this comment so much! Definitely gonna keep grinding and trying to make the channel better. Glad it is helping!
Hey… just wanted to say I’m glad things worked out. I’m going to show your video( which is similar to my D1 offer 20 years ago ) to the kids on my team( I currently coach MS and JV for a small school in Fl) I love the message and you’re 💯 correct to just keep your head down and work as hard as you can and things will work out usually in your favor. Good luck on your future!
That is so cool! I hope I can give some type of inspiration. Thank you for this message!
Hey Tucker, i saw your video in my recommenden and i am really glad that i clicked on it. Because, rignt now i am going to identical things that you went in your AAU basketball career, and this video really helped me a lot. To be honest you helped me to start beliving in myself again and to keep moving forward. Once again i am really glad that i saw your channel, keep making these videos.Cant wait to see another one.
So glad to hear this. We all have doubts along the way, it's about pushing through those to prove to ourselves we can. That way next time we face adversity, we have been there before! Keep going!
This is a great video man! Can u do a video on tips you’ve picked up and stories from the best college/pro players you’ve played with or against?
I love the idea of that! What I've learned from the best teammates and opponents I have had. Definitely gotta get into this!
Love your content Keep it going.
Appreciate it!
Tucker nice to see this video - remember you as my sister played with Tess at Central. Best of luck to you - you are a very hard worker and deserve the best
Thank you! The journey continues. I appreciate you reaching out.
you really had to work your ass for what youve accomplished and where you are today congratulations. im sure d1s machine was different from what you expected but with your skill set there was never a doubt you were bound to have success.
Thank you! For sure, you have to put the work in to give yourself the opportunity of having success.
I like your videos. They’re well-edited and interesting. I think hearing about your journey can be very helpful to people who are unsure about their own path and where it could lead them.
These videos remind me of some I’ve seen on the channel *ICE Basketball,* such as his video about “Yes, you may have a chance to play college basketball” (whatever it is titled). Drew Hanlen talks about his basketball journey on a few videos also, if anyone is interested. He also talks about players he’s trained since middle school, like Bradley Beal, and what they did to succeed.
Great recommendation. I think Drew Hanlen tends to have a lot of great insights, Thanks!
Your blessed man, praise the Lord
I want to say that everytime you step on the court matters because you never know who is watching. If you're playing pickup, streetball, or summerleague you should be playing as hard as you can because you never know who is watching. However, you shouldn't focus on who can put in a word for you because sometimes that can lead to disappointment. What you should do is put your head down and continue to work hard and put yourself out there. Take whatever opportunity is given to you and make the most of it. Being a good teammate is extremely important and confidence is important too. Also stay away from negative people.
Well said. What I've also learned from my college coaches is this idea that coaches talk. The college basketball coaching world is super close knit, so even if a player might not be right for their program, they might tell a friend about you if they like what they see.
@@TuckerRichardson Agreed. I didn't get to play college ball, but a lot of coaches who had connections did put in a word for me. In high school as a freshman there was a well respected aau coach watching my summer league game. He was there watching his guy who was a 6'8 7th grader (who later went on to play for Illinois), and while he was there for him he became very interested in me and tried to get me to transfer to the school where he was the assistant varsity coach. I made such an impression on him that I was practicing with their team the very next day. He even put in a word to other coaches about me because it was going to be hard for me to enroll there since his school was out of my zoning area. Long story short I got rejected by those schools I tried to enroll in and ended up back at my other school where things weren't going so well. That was my last real shot at putting myself in position to get a scholarship for basketball. A few years later I ended up becoming depressed and began battling mental health issues. The mental health crisis caused me to stop playing for a while. I have picked basketball back up again and am tempted to try college ball again, but I am also strongly considering coaching because it may be better for me to just move on from trying to play. I got my degree for Social Studies so I can be in the school system and immediately transition from teaching to coaching the middle school level. But back to my point; if you're a good player and play hard no matter where you are someone will be willing to give you a chance. The rest is up for grabs.
Wow, it's always so interesting to me how everyone's story is unique. I love that you still want to be around the game, whether it's coaching or playing or even helping younger players chase their dreams.
I’m going into my freshman year but undersized though the skills are there. I struggle with confidence and get nervous as everyone is much bigger and stronger them me. I was also wondering how do I get on a aau team that can get me noticed. You got a good channel going so keep it up
You can definitely go try out for teams in your area. Like I mention in the video, I had to drive over an hour to AAU practice, so it can be an intense commitment.
@@TuckerRichardsonthx for the help keep going you got something good
Hey man, love the story, but I am seeking some advice, I am pretty early to any basketball career, been playing for around 6 years but I am a sophomore in high school, shorter 5'9" guard, was cut last year from the team, but have continued to work hard and want it more than anyone else, I often lack confidence, but tryouts are next week so any tips to show coaches my commitment and love for the game?
My only advice to be to prove to them you are the hardest worker on the court at all times. Do the little things better than everyone else. Dive for loose balls, pressure on defense, talk louder than anyone, go for offensive rebounds, all these little things are in your control. Good luck!
Great video tucker, as a freshman in juco trying to go d1 what advice do you have for me?
I think going JUCO is a really viable option these days, especially with how the transfer portal looks. So I would just say grind those 2 years at your school and get some really good film. If you are good enough and you start sending that to schools, then the rest will take care of itself. My only advice would be don't let D1 be the end all be all for you. There are really good players at all levels of college basketball. D1 should be the goal, but wherever you end up, you will have an impact!
@@TuckerRichardson appreciate you man
@@africankidreacts6186 No problem!
Great video. I’m in a very weird spot. I got injured my senior year for the whole year and now I am in my freshman year of college in rehab. Any tips for someone looking to make it to a team their sophomore year?
If you are not already on a team but are in college, I'm not really sure how to navigate the process. The one thing you could do is try to walk on at the school you are at, if that is something that interests you.
@@TuckerRichardson yea that’s what I was thinking. Thank you for the feedback man I appreciate it!
Hey Tucker I have a question so how did u first join an AAU team? Also when the high school basketball season ends, do you still have practices with the high school team?
Hmmm, I think I started playing AAU in about fifth grade, but was on some really bad teams until about 8th grade. And I don't think we had much in the springtime for my high school team. As far as I can remember, it was more just AAU stuff for me.
@@TuckerRichardson so the springtime after the highschool season ends is the offseason pretty much?
Yes exactly.@@Deebo2288
I live in Belgium, and i want to play college basketball. Do you have any tips to get there?
depends on age
how do I send my footage to coaches?
Find their email online and send it through there.
Bro played wit JQ, Luther Mohamed, Louis king, and naz Reid
I was lucky!
Questions... How'd you meet your trainer?
It was actually luck, I was at my older sisters basketball practice and he was there working out some kids, so we started talking from there.
@@TuckerRichardson Dope
So, where to now Tucker? Overseas?
Yes, I am playing in Finland right now!
@@TuckerRichardson - Very cool! I live and played in Sweden. Which team are you on?
@@nattyswede Wow very cool! I am actually part Swedish. And I play for BC Nokia which is in Nokia, Finland.
@@TuckerRichardson - Ahh, Nokia - you guys are doing well. Best of luck with the season! Stay healthy.
Appreciate it!@@nattyswede