What happens when the game that defined you… suddenly ends?

For many athletes, that moment is terrifying. For Aaron Nettles, it became the start of the most important chapter of his life.

In this episode, Nick sits down with someone who has been part of his world since childhood—Seattle Prep legend, former Division I guard, and now a leader at EBC Training Centers: Aaron Nettles.

Aaron opens up about the pressure of being "the kid with the gym," the reality of growing up biracial in Sammamish, the discipline that shaped him, and the injury that unexpectedly ended his basketball career. But more importantly, he shares how he rebuilt his identity, healed from years of silent struggles, and stepped into his true purpose: developing people, not just players.

This is one of the most honest conversations ever shared on Purpose Over Points—and a must-listen for athletes, parents, coaches, and anyone navigating who they are beyond performance.

In this episode:

• Growing up in Sammamish and navigating what it meant to feel “different” in every room

• The real grind behind a D1 path—early mornings, late nights, pressure, and discipline

• The injury and surgery that cut his career short, and why he now sees it as a pivotal turning point

• Letting go of achievement-based identity and learning who he is outside of basketball

• Stepping into leadership at EBC and pouring into the next generation

• The simple habits that keep his mind, body, and emotions grounded today

• What “Purpose Over Points” truly means to him now

Connect with Aaron:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaronnettless/

Connect with us: 

Website: https://www.ebconefamily.com 

EBC's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ebconefamily/

Nick's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachnick_ebc/