The Underdawg's Voice Podcast

Before the gym, before the lights, before anyone was watching—Mo’Ryiah was grinding in her basement.In this episode of *The Underdawg’s Voice Podcast*, Coach Que sits down with a true baller who turned basement drills into game-time dominance. Mo’Ryiah opens up about her early work ethic, going head-to-head with top talent, and the emotional fire that fuels her game. She opens up about the pressure of rankings in youth sports and h...

She started late. Switched schools. Got injured. Still didn’t quit.In this episode of The Underdawg’s Voice Podcast, Coach Que interviews Gia Wilson, a young hooper who’s turned every setback into a comeback.From picking up the game later than most, to dealing with transfers and a dislocated knee, Gia shares what it really takes to stay motivated when your path gets messy.She talks family, faith, training, and how she finds strengt...

In this episode of The Underdawg’s Voice Podcast, Coach Que sits down with Noah Hambrick — a former Parkville standout and East Stroudsburg captain — to talk about what it really means to lead from the front. From battling injuries and setbacks to leading his team to the national playoffs, Noah opens up about the grind, the pressure, and the faith it took to stay in the game.We break down what it’s like to be overlooked, the mental...

In this episode, Coach Que sits down with Alexa Crosby, a young hooper whose journey is built on bounce-backs. From dominating youth leagues to starting varsity in 6th grade, Alexa has always been ahead of the game—until injury hit. After major knee surgery and unexpected school changes, she was forced to fight for her confidence and rebuild herself from the ground up.

She didn’t quit. She got better. 💪🏽

Alexa opens up about:

• Ho...

In this episode of The Underdawg’s Voice Podcast, Coach Que sits down with Dilynn, a young baller who didn’t touch a basketball until age 10—but what she lacked in time, she made up for in grind. From overcoming family struggles to finding peace and purpose through the game, Dilynn’s story is all heart and hustle.

Whether you're a player who started late or a parent watching your child battle uphill—this episode proves that with...

They doubted her.They counted her out.They said her story was over...Jazlyn Alexander had other plans.In this episode of The Underdawg’s Voice Podcast, Coach Que sits down with Jazlyn Alexander, a young baller who knows exactly what it means to bounce back when life tries to bench you.Jazlyn shares her powerful journey of resilience after tearing her ACL at a young age.She opens up about:Her deep love for the gameThe importance of ...

In this episode of The Underdawg’s Voice Podcast, Coach Que sits down with Hayden Hearst, a young baller who defines what it means to fight back when the odds are stacked.From sitting on the bench, losing confidence, and questioning her place in the game—to stacking 17 D1 offers and becoming a leader both on and off the court—Hayden’s story is raw, real, and inspiring.They chop it up about:Overcoming early setbacks without losing s...

In this episode of The Underdawg’s Voice Podcast, Coach Que sits down with twin hoopers Jayla and Maya Williams, who’ve turned late starts and real setbacks into fuel for their grind.

They talk about:

• Starting basketball later than most

• Jayla’s journey through an ACL injury and comeback

• The mental toughness it takes to lead AND grow

• Life on the AAU circuit

• What it’s like pushing each other as sisters and teammates

This is a story...

She’s a 5’9” guard from a small school with big game, high IQ, and straight grit—but she’s still being overlooked.In this episode, I sit down with Abigail Judy, a First-Team All-Conference baller, leading scorer in MIAC, back-to-back team MVP and captain. We talk about what it’s really like to grind for your dream when the lights ain’t on you yet.💯 This one is for the underdawgs who are putting in the work and waiting for their sh...

In this episode, Coach Que sits down with the co-founders of the Baltimore Venom to talk about why this city NEEDED its own pro basketball team—and why they weren’t waiting around for someone else to make it happen. They get real about building a team from the ground up, the grind behind the scenes, and why keeping ticket prices affordable was a must for the community.They also break down the challenges of running a pro team, the g...

In this episode, Coach Que chops it up with Coach Al, a real one who's been in the trenches for girls' basketball long before it was trendy. They break down the real challenges girls still face, the politics of youth basketball, and the ugly truth behind AAU, exposure, and recruiting.From the importance of keeping the game fun, to the pressure of social media hype, to the financial grind families go through just to keep the...

In this episode, Coach Que keeps it all the way real about the disrespect girls’ sports STILL face—less money, less media, less love. Meanwhile, the boys get all the shine. Why? Because the system wasn’t built with her in mind.

Que breaks down how these funding gaps, lack of exposure, and media silence are hurting female athletes—and he ain’t sugarcoating it. This ain't just a money issue, it's a value issue. And we gotta call it w...

Are outdated stereotypes pushing girls away from sports? In Episode 3, Coach Que tackles harmful myths about girls in athletics head-on, exposing lies about toughness, strength, and competitiveness. Learn how to empower girls through positive coaching, boost their confidence, and build environments where female athletes thrive.🎧 In This Episode:Dangerous myths that cause girls dropping out of sports,Practical strategies for youth ...

Are parents and coaches unintentionally pushing girls out of sports? In "Silent Sidelines," Coach Que exposes common sideline behaviors that cause anxiety and lower confidence among female athletes. Learn powerful strategies to positively impact girls’ sports experiences and keep them passionate about playing.🎧 What you’ll learn in this episode:How seemingly innocent sideline habits damage girls' sports experiences.R...

By age 14, girls quit sports twice as fast as boys—but it’s not because they lack talent or heart. They’re being pushed out. In this gritty, no-nonsense episode of The Underdawg’s Voice, Coach Que exposes the truth about why young female athletes are walking away from the game.🔥 We break down:✔️ The shocking stats behind girls quitting sports✔️ How coaching bias, parental pressure, and societal norms sabotage confidence✔️ Why girl...

Failure fuels champions. Learn how to embrace setbacks, grow as a team, and turn mistakes into stepping stones for success. 💬 Question What's one failure that taught you an important lesson? 🎥 Subscribe for more: Empowering underdawgs in sports and life every week! 👉 Find all my platforms in one place: https://linktr.ee/sqbasketballchronicles 👕 Shop Underdawg's Voice Merch: https://underdawg-voice.myspreadshop.com/ 🔔 Hit ...

Coaches, are you using failure to grow your team or letting it create fear? In this episode of Underdawgs Voice, we discuss how to turn setbacks into success, build a growth mindset culture, and deliver constructive feedback that inspires confidence. Learn practical drills and strategies to teach resilience and empower your players. What's one way you've helped a player grow through failure? Let's share ideas and inspi...

Parents, are you unknowingly holding your child back by shielding them from failure? In this episode of Underdawgs Voice, we discuss how to help young athletes embrace failure, normalize setbacks, and turn mistakes into growth opportunities. 💬 Question How do you currently handle your child's failures, and what's one change you want to make? 🎥 Subscribe for more: Empowering underdawgs in sports and life every week! 👉 ...