BBC members will get access to a new forum called Technology  and  Basketball beginning in September 2011.  Why?  Well, recruiting is changing!  Did you know, for example, that college coaches can sit in the comfort of their living room and watch your recruiting video(s) by simply using their “Direct TV” remote control?  Wow!  This is another step forward in 21^st century recruiting.  

Point and Click Recruiting

 If you have Direct TV with a receiver that is connected to your home network , try this:  on your DTV remote press  MENU, then select “Smart Search” and search for “BBC Game of the Week”.    After the search, select  “BBC Game of the Week – You Tube” and you will be presented with a long list of videos to choose from!  You can even select “More from (The BBC).…” and see a longer list of BBC videos.  Imagine that; all the coach needs is a remote control to watch YOU play on the “big screen”!

This is way cool.  But, how can you make YOUR videos easy for coaches to find?  Well, these are the type of issues that we will discuss in Basketball and Technology.  We will help you to understand new technology and how it can be applied to aid college preparation and recruiting.  We will also discuss new smart phone recruiting apps being developed in BBC Labs.  You can even help us design them to fit your needs!

DTV video access is just one example of how tech is changing recruiting.  This is also one of the reasons that the BBC is starting the  Technology and “Basketball forum.  Players, coaches, event operators and fans need to be aware of and understand how to take advantage of new technology.   Which computer is best for college and why?  How can I use tech to provide better exposure and opportunities for my players?  How can tech make me a better player or coach?  Effective use of tech could mean more money for college or open a door for a college roster spot! 

Experience and Passion

The Dad brings 30+ years of programming and Information Technology experience and a passion to help the community leverage new tech to Technology and Basketball.  The BBC constantly searches for new ways to expose our member players and to make life easier for coaches and other members of the BB community.   The synergy of our recruiting and IT experience makes Basketball and Technology a perfect addition to the growing array of forums, tools and features offered by the BBC.

For more information about the Basketball and Technology forum or the BBC in general, please contact us.

PS:  If you plan to change your TV service to Direct TV, contact us.  We can save you some money!

Related Links:

How to watch You Tube videos on  Direct TV