
In this episode of It’s More Than a Game, we break down what real development looks like — from competing against older players, to building trust, to creating environments where growth actually happens. This...


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Basketball is more than a game—it’s identity, process, and purpose. Hosted by former Division I player and Elite Fit Connect founder Jalen, this podcast explores how the game shapes not only athletes but also leaders, families, and communities. Each week, Jalen shares motivational insights, stories from legends like Steph Curry, and his own journey of leaving the court, rebuilding, and finding purpose again. Listeners will learn how the discipline of the game translates into real-life growth, resilience, and leadership. Whether you’re a player, parent, or coach, this is where basketball meets life, no matter what the next level is.
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Signup to Generate a PitchBasketball is more than a game, it’s identity, process, and purpose. Hosted by former Division I player and Elite Fit Connect founder Jalen, this podcast explores how the game shapes not only athletes but also leaders, families, and communities.
It's More Than a Game is hosted by Jalen Harris. The show has published 11 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "#11 - The Truth About Youth Basketball Development (No One Says This)" (6 May 2026, 97 minutes), "#10 - Built by the City: What Youth Sports Is Missing Today" (29 March 2026, 82 minutes), and "#9 - The Reality of College Basketball & Player Development" (20 March 2026, 70 minutes).
It's More Than a Game publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 53 minutes across 11 episodes.
Booking probability for It's More Than a Game is 28%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. It's More Than a Game requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. It's More Than a Game's contact route on record: verified email.
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Jalen Harris hosts It's More Than a Game, a sports podcast with 11 episodes published.
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In this episode of It’s More Than a Game, we break down what real development looks like — from competing against older players, to building trust, to creating environments where growth actually happens. This...

In this episode of It’s More Than a Game , Jalen Harris sits down with Malcolm Canada, Storm Woods, and Jeff Travillion — four former athletes turned coaches and mentors — to break down what real development actually...

Basketball is more than competition — it’s a foundation for growth, discipline, and leadership. In this episode of It’s More Than a Game , Jalen Harris sits down with Central Texas coach Antoine Thompson to discuss the...

Success in basketball isn’t one thing anymore. In this episode of It’s More Than a Game, Jake Blazona (former D2/D3 hooper and basketball content creator) and Jalen Harris sit down to unpack the mental game most players...

This episode of It’s More Than a Game is special — because it brings everything we talk about on this show to life. Former pro hooper, mentor, community leader, and Netflix Squid Game finalist TJ Stukes sits down with...

In Episode 6, Jalen Harris discusses the evolution of athletes' identities beyond their performance on the court. He emphasizes the importance of purpose, platform, and process in building a legacy, while also...

In this episode of It’s More Than a Game , Jalen dives deep into how technology is reshaping the future of basketball — from AI and analytics to wearables and data-driven coaching. Using insights from the SportsTechX...

In this episode of It’s More Than a Game , Jalen dives deep into the power of process, purpose, and leadership — on and off the court. From Napheesa Collier’s bold callout of WNBA leadership to the groundbreaking rise...

In Episode 3 of It’s More Than a Game, Jalen Harris explores what it truly means to find your leadership voice — whether you’re a player, coach, trainer, or parent. From John Wooden’s Pyramid of Success, to the Law of...

Most athletes quit when progress feels invisible. But the truth is — that’s when the process is working. In this episode, Jalen breaks down the realities of basketball politics, the Law of Thirds, why your circle...

Welcome to the first episode of "It's More Than a Game" where we discuss Steph Curry’s story proves basketball is more than a game. In this debut episode, Jalen dives into Curry’s on-court greatness, his Google...
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