DMV Hoops Podcast – Mayhem On Military, Pt. II 🎙️🏀

The interviews you didn’t hear… until now.

“Mayhem On Military, Pt. II” brings you the lost conversations from our two-day live coverage at St. John’s College High School during the annual Mayhem on Military tournament. Originally recorded in November and never released, these interviews now complete the story that began with Part I.

Led by Chelsie Cross, this episode features in-depth conversations with:

🏀 Jake Bahr & Coach Dwayne Bryant -Bishop Ireton
🏀 Jordan Taylor - St. John’s College High School
🏀 Donny Lind – Head Coach, Mount St. Mary’s University
🏀 J’lon Lyons - Clinton Grace
🏀 Rod Harrison – Head Coach, Mt. Zion
🏀 Eli McQueen - The Landon School

…plus additional DMV coaches and players who helped make the weekend unforgettable.

From in-season adjustments to recruiting insight and tournament takeaways, this episode captures the raw energy, perspective, and personality that make Mayhem on Military one of the DMV’s premier events.

If you caught Part I, this is the missing piece.
If you missed it, welcome to the mayhem.

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DMV Hoops Podcast – Episode 89 🎙️🏀

Originally Recorded On 3.23.2026

Episode 89 delivers the full DMV All-Met Boys Basketball Press Conference, bringing you inside one of the most prestigious celebrations in the region. 100 years in the making, this tradition of honoring the DMV's top hoopers, continues with an All-Met post season ceremony, from the host facility & Title Sponsor, SPARC Beltsville.

Kurt and Chelsie capture the voices, emotions, and reflections of the DMV’s top players and coaches as they close out an unforgettable season. From championship runs to individual accolades, this episode highlights the excellence, leadership, and rising standard of boys basketball across the area.

The 2026 All-Met Presenters:

• Capitol Hoops' Marc Stern
• MADE Hoops' Marcus Helton

The 2026 All-Met 1st Team Honorees:

• Darius Bivins, G, Sr., Bishop O'Connell
• Brandon Brooks, F, Jr., C.H. Flowers
• Anthony Brown Jr., G, Sr., Archbishop Carroll
• Lawrence Brown, G, Sr., Paul VI
• Ian Condon, F, Jr., Sidwell Friends
• J'Lon Lyons, G, Jr., Clinton Grace Christian
• Ashton Meeks, G, Sr., DeMatha
• Keon Scott, G, Jr., Meade
• Eric Turner, G, Sr., Coolidge

The 2026 All-Met Player Of The Year:

Jordan Smith Jr., G, Sr., Paul VI

The 2026 All-Met Coach Of The Year:

Kevin Harris, Westfield

This is more than awards... it’s a snapshot of where DMV boys hoops stands right now: elite, next-level and atop the national rankings.

Press conference access. Championship perspective. DMV excellence.

This is Episode 89.

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DMV Hoops Podcast – Episode 88 🎙️🏀

Originally Recorded: 3.23.2026

Episode 88 delivers the full DMV All-Met Girls Basketball Press Conference, bringing you inside one of the most prestigious celebrations in the region. 100 years in the making, this tradition of honoring the DMV's top hoopers, continues with an All-Met post season ceremony, from the host facility & Title Sponsor, SPARC Beltsville.

Kurt and Chelsie capture the voices, emotions, and reflections of the DMV’s top players and coaches as they close out an unforgettable season. From championship runs to individual accolades, this episode highlights the excellence, leadership, and rising standard of girls basketball across the area.

The 2026 All-Met Presenters:

• Capitol Hoops' Marc Stern
• MADE Hoops' Marcus Helton

The 2026 All-Met 1st Team Honorees:

• Sabrina Anderson, G, Jr., Potomac School
• Josslyn Derricott, F, Sr., Coolidge
• Autumn Fleary, G, Sr., Sidwell Friends
• Jordyn Jackson, G, Sr., The St. James
• Jaylah King, G, So., Bishop McNamara
• Key Rainey, G, Sr., Osbourn Park
• Qandace Samuels, G, Jr., Bishop McNamara
• Morgan Stewart, G, Sr., St. John's
• Kaylah Tchoufa, F, Sr., Whitman

The 2026 All-Met Player Of The Year:

Ivanna Wilson Manyacka, G, Jr., Bullis

The 2026 All-Met Coach Of The Year:

Ron James, Bishop McNamara

This is more than awards... it’s a snapshot of where DMV girls hoops stands right now: elite, next-level and atop the national rankings.

Press conference access. Championship perspective. DMV excellence.

This is Episode 88.

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DMV Hoops Podcast – Episode 87 🎙️🏀

In Episode 87, Kurt and Chelsie sit down with Coach Mike G. Jones, III of DeMatha Catholic, the leader of one of the most storied high school basketball programs in the country.

Coach Jones gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how DeMatha approaches the stretch run of the season... from detailed film sessions to knowing when to lighten up practices to keep legs fresh and minds sharp. We dive into the balance between preparation and preservation when championships are on the line.

He also shares how being preseason picked to finish 7th became fuel for the Stags — a motivating force that shaped their mindset and helped drive this season’s success.

Inside the film room. Inside the locker room. Inside the mentality of a powerhouse.

This is Episode 87.

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DMV Hoops Podcast – Episode 86 🎙️🏀

Kurt and Chelsie welcome Coach Tyrone Johnson of Springdale Prep to the show for a deep dive into building winners in the DMV.

In Episode 86, we talk championship mentality... what it really means, how it’s developed, and why it separates contenders from champions. Coach Johnson breaks down what finally clicked for his team over the past couple of seasons, the adjustments that changed everything, and the culture shifts that fueled success.

We also dive into the ever-evolving AAU landscape, how it impacts player development, and what families need to understand about navigating the circuit. Plus, an honest look at today’s recruiting environment — exposure, relationships, timing, and the realities players face in earning the next opportunity.

Mindset. Movement. Modern recruiting.

This is Episode 86.

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Episode 85 welcomes one of the true architects of DMV basketball to the mic: Capitol Hoops President Marc Setrn. Marc joins Kurt and Chelsie LIVE from PG County Community College during the MD Private School State Basketball Tournament.

As the visionary behind so many of the region’s biggest events, Marc reflects on the journey of building showcase matchups, invitationals and tournaments from concept to reality... and what it takes to execute them at a high level. From gym logistics to national rankings, we dive into the strategy, relationships and the belief system that helped elevate DMV hoops to the national stage. We even sneak some Summer League info into the conversation.

Marc also shares his perspective on how the DMV basketball scene has evolved into the premier high school hoops region in the country ...the talent, the culture, the competitiveness and the standard.

We always enjoy when Marc joins the podcast and so will you!

Vision. Execution. Hoops.

This is Episode 85.

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In Episode 84, Kurt and Chelsie welcome Coach Devin Paige of Clinton Grace Basketball for a conversation that goes far beyond X’s and O’s.

Coach Paige shares how his program is rooted in community, accountability, and developing young men... not just basketball players. We talk about the commitment to mentorship, life skills, and building something that lasts long after the final buzzer.

He also highlights his talented coaching staff and the collective vision that keeps Clinton Grace moving forward with purpose. And of course, we discuss standout guard CJ Lyons — including where he’ll be taking his talents to play college basketball.

Culture. Development. Legacy.

This is more than hoops — this is DMV Hoops.

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Kurt and Chelsie are back with Part 2 of our LIVE coverage from the MD Private School State Tournament at PG County Community College.

In Episode 83, we break down the day of action so far at the MDPSSBT... the highs, the heartbreaks, the momentum shifts, and the surprises that have everyone talking. From standout performances to season-defining moments, we unpack what we’ve seen courtside and what it means moving forward.

We also zoom out to take a deeper look at the postseason picture. Who’s rising, who’s adjusting, and what today’s results say about the state of DMV basketball.

Championship intensity. Real-time reactions. Pure DMV hoops energy.

This is Episode 83.

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