The Extra Pass
The Extra Pass
Playlist by The Extra PassNBL All-Star and NCAA Champion Adam Ballinger and Ben Hopkins talk all things basketball with past and present stars of Melbourne United Basketball Club.34 clip(s) in playlist
Ep 34 - NBL24 Season Wrap
In the final episode of The Extra Pass for NBL24, Adam and Ben touch on the craziness of the Finals, what the offseason has looked like, and what's next for United ahead of NBL25.
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Ep 33 - Wayne Peterson
With Ben sidelined, Adam is joined by Tom van de Vusse as the pair preview United's upcoming Playoff series against the Illawarra Hawks alongside the voice of Melbourne, Wayne Peterson. The trio go deep into 'Rattler's' history as a court announcer while breaking down what fans can expect come Thur…
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Ep 32 - NBA Draft Analyst Sam Vecenie
As Melbourne United wait to find out who they will face in the Playoffs, Adam and Ben are joined by senior writer at The Athletic and host of the Game Theory podcast, Sam Vecenie. The trio talk through Sam's career, what he thinks about some of United's prospects, and whether or not he would have h…
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Ep 31 - NBL Awards Recap and Finals Preview with Jack Heverin
With Adam away this week, Ben is joined by NBL commentator Jack Heverin to break down all the action from the Andrew Gaze MVP Awards and preview the excitement of the NBL Finals.
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Ep 30 - Round 19 Recap with Joel Foxwell
This week Adam and Ben are joined by their youngest ever guest when MU Training Player Joel Foxwell comes through the studio. The trio talk through what NBL24 has been like for 'Foxy' as he balanced Year 12 with United trainings, all while Adam tries to figure out 'what's hot with kids these days'.
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Ep 29 - Round 18 Recap with Steve McAdam
Fresh off a big Throwdown XXIV victory on Saturday, Adam and Ben are joined by United High Performance Manager, Steve McAdam. The trio talk through what Steve's role is like on a game day, who the best athletes he's ever worked with are, and why he once ate an entire bar of soap.
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Ep 28 - January Recap with Peter Hooley
After a few weeks off to start the year, Adam and Ben are back to break down United's massive January road trip. Looking at the rollercoaster few weeks, there was no better person to join them than former United championship winner Peter Hooley, who went in depth on what the long road stands are li…
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Ep 27 - Round 11 Recap with Brad Newley
With Adam back from his week away, he and Ben are joined by 316-game veteran Brad Newley to discus United's pair of Round 11 wins, as well as his career both locally and abroad.
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Ep 26 - Round 10 Recap with Trent Hotton
With Adam away for the week, Ben is joined by United Chief Marketing Officer Tom van de Vusse as they talk through the importance of culture in sport with MU Leadership and Development Consultant Trent Hotton. A former AFL player that has since travelled the globe working with some of the world's b…
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Ep 25 - Round 9 Recap with Flynn Cameron
This week, Adam and Ben are joined by young United star Flynn Cameron. Having thrived so far in his rookie season, the trio talk through how he has settled into Melbourne, his friendship with roommates and teammates Kyle Bowen and Malith Machar, as well as his college experience in America.
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