Matt Babcock
My Past Life as Sports Agent: “Get Out of My Own Way”
Former NBA agent Matt Babcock shares his story of working for Excel Sports Management early in his career.
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Matt Babcock
- Jun 26, 2020
- 4 min
My Past Life as a Sports Agent: The Real Beginning
Matt Babcock shares how he started at Excel Sports Management and began a career as a sports agent.
Matt Babcock
- Apr 17, 2020
- 7 min
My Past Life as a Sports Agent: Ciao Means Hello and Goodbye
Matt Babcock shares his experience living in Bologna, Italy, working for a professional basketball team before becoming a sports agent.
Matt Babcock
- Mar 26, 2020
- 8 min
Babcock Proud: A Tribute to Rob Babcock
A tribute to Rob Babcock, a beloved member of the Babcock family, celebrating his life, career in the NBA, and everlasting impact.
Terrance "Doc" Martin
- Mar 9, 2020
- 5 min
The Pride of the Crimson Tide, a Scouting Trip Home
Former NBA scout Terrance “Doc” Martin shares his experience of returning to the University of Alabama to evaluate prospect Kira Lewis Jr.
Jeremy Berman
- Mar 2, 2020
- 5 min
NBA Draft: The Hidden Cost of International Prospects
Jeremy Berman explores the contractual complications that can be presented when an international player is selected in the NBA Draft.
Jeremy Berman
- Jan 27, 2020
- 8 min
Babcock Hoops Roundtable: Thank You, Kobe
Jeremy Berman asks our panel of basketball experts for their thoughts, memories, and lessons learned from basketball legend, Kobe Bryant.
Matt Babcock
- Jan 25, 2020
- 5 min
My Past Life as a Sports Agent: Bologna, Italy
Matt Babcock shares his experience of moving to Bologna, Italy, to work for a professional basketball team before becoming a sports agent.
Matt Babcock
- Dec 31, 2019
- 3 min
My Past Life as a Sports Agent: An Aspiring Coach Goes Abroad
After failing to land coaching jobs in the States, a young aspiring basketball coach, Matt Babcock, explores opportunities overseas.
Matt Babcock
- Dec 16, 2019
- 7 min
My Past Life as a Sports Agent: The 2006 NBA Draft
Former sports agent Matt Babcock peels back the curtain, giving a glimpse of his personal experiences working in the sports agency business.
Matt Babcock
- Nov 25, 2019
- 4 min
My Past Life as a Sports Agent: "Going to California"
Former NBA agent Matt Babcock describes his move to California to pursue his dreams and begin his career of working in basketball.
Matt McKay, Jr.
- Nov 5, 2019
- 7 min
The Necessary Balance of Scouting
Former NBA scout, Matt McKay, outlines the necessary balance of scouting.
Matt Babcock
- Aug 14, 2019
- 4 min
Three Days with Gerald Oliver
An aspiring basketball player learns invaluable lessons from a veteran coach, gaining crucial insights about mental toughness and execution.
Matt Babcock
- Aug 6, 2019
- 4 min
"Preparation Breeds Confidence. Confidence Breeds Success."
Matt Babcock outlines his journey from a coach's son to a high school freshman unexpectedly thrust into the spotlight.
Matt Babcock
- Nov 20, 2018
- 6 min
The Japanese Connection
Matt Babcock outlines his introduction to Japanese basketball and the game's evolution in the country.
Pete Babcock
- Nov 16, 2018
- 7 min
“Dream Lofty Dreams”: A Former NBA General Manager Shares his Journey
Former NBA general manager Pete Babcock shares his journey from being a high school coach to NBA executive.
Matt Babcock
- Nov 5, 2018
- 6 min
Method to the Madness: How to Organize a Scouting Schedule
NBA Draft Analyst Matt Babcock breaks down the methodology behind preparing a college scouting schedule.
Matt Babcock
- Nov 1, 2018
- 4 min
Growing up a Buck: Coach's Son to NBA Kid
This story follows a family's journey, moving to Milwaukee, and their connection to the Bucks from the perspective of an "NBA kid."
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