Join hosts Matt and Tony as they embark on their new podcast journey, bringing together over 65 years of combined basketball passion and experience. Matt’s comprehensive background spans four decades in the sport – from university player to amateur leagues, from courtside coach to community basketball club founder. His fan journey has taken him across multiple continents, experiencing the game at every level from local UK courts to the bright lights of the NBA and the passionate arenas of the Euroleague.

In this debut episode, Matt and Tony discuss how their shared love of basketball began, with Tony’s transformation from a football, rugby, and boxing enthusiast to a devoted basketball fan. Together, they explore their vision for Hoop Genes and how their unique stepfather-stepson dynamic and combined perspectives will bring a fresh voice to basketball conversations.