Jelani Gardner: Former Cal, Pepperdine & Overseas Star

09/06/21 • 60 min

The real hoopers know just how special this one is. However, not all know just how incredible his journey in basketball, life and transformation is. We are blessed to have Jelani Gardner join us for a conversation that will move and motivate you in whole different way than what you’re used to on this podcast.
Jelani Gardner grew up in the Los Angeles area in an incredible era for high school hoops. The 6’6’’ guard from St John Bosco High School dazzled packed gyms with the smooth handles, no-look passes, jaw-dropping dunks, and undeniable passion, love and desire for the game. After working his way to being the number one ranked player in California, Gardner was selected to the McDonald’s All-American game and played at both Cal and Pepperdine. You may have wondered why Gardner was not in the NBA. The average person would look at Gardner and see a physical speciman who seems perfectly fit and healthy to be an NBA star. Gardner was diagnosed with a kidney disease during his college career, playing through this whole college and pro career with his kidneys working at 40 percent. Unable to pass an NBA physical, he still managed to have an incredible career playing overseas even after a kidney transplant. The desire and will it took on day to day basis is one of the most incredible feats we have ever heard on this podcast and we know you will have a whole new respect for Gardner, his game, his desire and overall view on life. His commitment to the game, his faith, his family and giving back to the youth speaks volumes of the person he is today.
Kind of like watching Jelani throwing over-the-head passes or skying high for a dunk on a fastbreak on the court, this is one of those episodes where you just shake your head in disbelief. He is without a doubt a fighter and true warrior both on and off the court. This won’t be the last time you hear about Gardner as his kids have serious game too! Keep an eye out for the Gardner brothers. They have some incredible guidance from their pops so we have a feeling that you’re all in for a treat!
Thank you Jelani Gardner!
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Douglas Wrenn-El: Peace & Love (Former UConn, Washington & Pro Player)

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We got Seattle’s finest in the house today! Seattle is an absolute hotbed for basketball and has cooked up some of the best players around the league including Jamal Crawford, Isaiah Thomas, Nate Robinson and many others. One player was coined “a man amongst boys” during his playing days and ranks at the very top of most hoopers lists when you talk about the best of the best from the 206. It’s our pleasure to introduce to you, Douglas Wrenn-El.

Wrenn-El was a decorated prep star from O’Dea High School where he was a State Champion and earned State of Washington, Parade All-American, McDonald’s All-American & Gatorade Player of the Year awards and was a Top 25 recruit in the nation. He went on to play at UConn & Washington where his experiences from handlers, coaches and other wild events sent him on the overseas route rather than the NBA . Wrenn-El shares his shocking experiences with the law that led him to prison time for a crime that he did not commit. There is however a beautiful part to this story which is his journey to finding his peace and love.

BIG thanks to Douglas Wrenn-El for taking the time to share his basketball and life experiences with us. He was one of the most genuine, real, intelligent and honest people we have had the pleasure of meeting and we can’t thank him enough for being so gracious with his time. We know that his story is going to shine light on many issues whether its youth sports, college basketball, law or life. It’s clear that the Douglas Wrenn-El story doesn’t end here.

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Lanard Copeland: Former NBA Player & NBL Legend

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We got an Australian Basketball legend joining us today. We have former NBA and NBL player Lanard Copeland in the house! He is one of the NBL’s great high-flyers and automatic scorers and he has an inspiring journey that is like no other. Trust us!

Lanard Copeland was cut every single year from his high school team. In fact, the very first jersey that he ever wore was his first year of college basketball at Georgia State. After not being selected in the 1989 NBA Draft, Copeland again had to prove that he belonged on the basketball court. He worked his way into the NBA where he played 2 years in the NBA for the 76ers and Clippers. Copeland continued his basketball career in the NBL where he had a Hall of Fame career that included 5 All Star appearances, 2 NBL Championships, a Grand Finals MVP and his number 21 being retired. Not bad for a guy who was cut from his high school team. Copeland shares great stories about growing up in ATL, Georgia State, Willie Brown, journey to NBA, David Robinson, Charles Barkley, Rick Mahorn, Hersey Hawkins, Michael Jordan, Larry Johnson, Andrew Gaze, growth of NBL and MUCH more.

This was truly an honor to learn more about Copeland’s basketball journey today. His story is one that will help and inspire a lot of young athletes who may have been cut from their teams but still have a deep love and passion for the game. This is the ultimate success story from never wearing a jersey until college to raising a jersey to rafters. We know you’re going to love this one!

Thank you Lanard Copeland!
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