Visit our website at www.aussiehoopla.com for in depth analysis of Aussie Basketball. Each episode features interviews with current Aussie basketball stars, Australian Boomers playing overseas and legends of the NBL.

Aussie Hoopla NBL & NBA Podcast
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Visit our website at www.aussiehoopla.com for in depth analysis of Aussie Basketball. Each episode features interviews with current Aussie basketball stars, Australian Boomers playing overseas and legends of the NBL.
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June 7, 2026
John Rillie on roster changes for NBL27, pressures from fans and media and Bryce Cotton/Trevor Gleeson narratives
<p><strong>Support Aussie Hoopla:</strong></p> <p>We are doing everything we can to keep these podcasts going, but the costs to produce, host, and track down guests are adding up.</p> <p>If you enjoy the show and want to help keep it alive, you can support us in two ways:</p> <p><a href="https://aussiehoopla.secure-decoration.com/">Buy a T shirt</a> or <a href= "https://buymeacoffee.com/aussiehoopla">Buy Me A Coffee</a></p> <p>Every contribution goes directly toward keeping <a class= "decorated-link" href="https://aussiehoopla.com" target="_new" rel= "noopener">aussiehoopla.com</a> online and the podcast running.</p> <p style="text-align: center;">----------</p> <p>Perth Wildcats head coach John Rillie joins the podcast to discuss the pressure of coaching one of the NBL's most successful clubs, the expectations that come with the Red Army, and what he has been building since taking over in 2022.</p> <p>Host Dan Boyce chats with Rillie about Perth's recent semi-final exits, the scrutiny around the club, Bryce Cotton's departure, the growth of players like Ben Henshall and Elijah Pepper, and how the Wildcats are shaping their next championship contender.</p> <p><strong>Topics include:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Taking over the Perth Wildcats after the finals streak ended</li> <li>The pressure of coaching Perth</li> <li>Fan criticism and the 2023 backlash</li> <li>The Trevor Gleeson era and modern NBL expectations</li> <li>Bryce Cotton's final season and departure</li> <li>The Mason Jones situation and roster fit</li> <li>Developing Ben Henshall, Elijah Pepper and Alexandre Sarr</li> <li>How Perth's style has evolved under Rillie</li> <li>Reviewing last season and the Wildcats' defensive jump</li> <li>What Perth still needs to become a Championship Series team</li> </ul> <p><strong>All of this and a whole lot more...</strong></p>

May 18, 2026
Rolan Roberts on Kings Titles, Dunk Contest Injury and Playing for Brian Goorjian and Trevor Gleeson
<p><strong>Support Aussie Hoopla:</strong></p> <p>We are doing everything we can to keep these podcasts going, but the costs to produce, host, and track down guests are adding up.</p> <p>If you enjoy the show and want to help keep it alive, you can support us in two ways:</p> <p><a href="https://aussiehoopla.secure-decoration.com/">Buy a T shirt</a> or <a href= "https://buymeacoffee.com/aussiehoopla">Buy Me A Coffee</a></p> <p>Every contribution goes directly toward keeping <a class= "decorated-link" href="https://aussiehoopla.com" target="_new" rel= "noopener">aussiehoopla.com</a> online and the podcast running.</p> <p style="text-align: center;">----------</p> <p>Former Sydney Kings and Townsville Crocodiles big man Rolan Roberts joins the podcast to reflect on his time in Australia, including joining the Kings mid-season and helping them complete their historic 2005 NBL three-peat.</p> <p>Host Dan Boyce chats with Roberts about playing under Brian Goorjian, becoming a key interior presence for Sydney, the shoulder injury suffered during the 2005 All-Star dunk contest, and his later return to the NBL with Townsville alongside Corey Williams and Trevor Gleeson.</p> <p><strong>Topics include:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Where has Rolan been since we last saw him in the NBL (2:00)</li> <li>Sydney's 2005 championship run (8:30)</li> <li>Playing college basketball with Southern Illinois (8:00)</li> <li>Starting his professional career overseas (14:00)</li> <li>Arriving in Australia with the Sydney Kings (20:00)</li> <li>Playing for Brian Goorjian (27:00)</li> <li>The shoulder injury from the dunk contest that ended his season (34:00)</li> <li>Returning to the NBL with Townsville in 2009 (39:00)</li> <li>Being dumbfounded Trevor Gleeson would win NBL titles and how diffucult it was to play with Corey 'Homicide' Williams (43:00)</li> <li>His career in France, Portugal and across Europe (50:00)</li> </ul> <p><strong>All of this and a whole lot more...</strong></p>

April 22, 2026
Julius Hodge on Stepping on Brett Maher, NBL Pay Issues and NBA Stories
<p>We are doing everything we can to keep these podcasts going, but the costs to produce, host, and track down guests are adding up.</p> <p>If you enjoy the show and want to help keep it alive, you can support us in two ways:</p> <p><a href="https://aussiehoopla.secure-decoration.com/">Buy a T shirt</a> or <a href= "https://buymeacoffee.com/aussiehoopla">Buy Me A Coffee</a></p> <p>Every contribution goes directly toward keeping <a class= "decorated-link" href="https://aussiehoopla.com" target="_new" rel= "noopener">aussiehoopla.com</a> online and the podcast running.</p> <p style="text-align: center;">----------</p> <p>Former Adelaide 36ers star Julius Hodge joins the podcast to reflect on one of the most dominant short stints in NBL history, his journey from the NBA to Australia, and the impact he made during the 2007/08 season.</p> <p>Host Dan Boyce chats with Hodge about his incredible all-around performances, earning All-NBL Third Team honours, and what it was like adjusting to the Australian game mid-season. The episode also dives into his time playing alongside key 36ers teammates, his perspective on the league, and the circumstances around his time in Adelaide and beyond.</p> <p><strong>Topics include:</strong></p> <ul> <li class="p1"><span class="s1">His coaching journey (2:00)</span></li> <li class="p1">New York basketball (8:00)</li> <li class="p1"><span class="s1">Entering the NBA draft (16:00)</span></li> <li class="p1"><span class="s1">Time in the NBA (22:00)</span></li> <li class="p1">Being shot (39:00)</li> <li class="p1"><span class="s1">Arriving in Adelaide (44:00)</span></li> <li class="p1"><span class="s1">Phil Smyth's surprise firing (53:00)</span></li> <li class="p1"><span class="s1">Money issues with the 36ers (59:00)</span></li> <li class="p1"><span class="s1">Stepping on Brett Mahers name (1:03:00)</span></li> <li class="p1"><span class="s1">His career after leaving Melbourne (1:06:00)</span></li> <li class="p1"><span class="s1">Highlights and hurdles from his career (1:10:00)</span></li> </ul> <p><strong>All of this and a whole lot more...</strong></p>
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