The Reverse Pivot returns to talk basketball, specifically the NBL, with special guest Andrew Johnstone. Andrew Johnstone is a prominent figure in Australian basketball, particularly known for his extensive work in the media, communications and administrative side of the sport. For more than three decades, he has held senior roles including media producer and interviewer for the FIBA World Basketball television program, General Manager of Communications for the National Basketball League (NBL) and commentator on NBL games for ABC Television. Currently he serves as Communications Manager for the Camberwell District Basketball Association, where he designs and delivers development programs such as “Outside the Lines,” aimed at helping young people explore non-playing careers in basketball and sports media. The Reverse Pivot is proudly sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball Academy, FIT Education, Big Dog Sports & Endgame.

Bruce and Steve reunite for another episode about all things basketball. This episode feature analysis on the latest happenings in the NBL, specifically their home team - the Brisbane Bullets. In other news, Bruce and Steve have new basketball-related jobs. They talk about their new roles and the logistics involved, while paying respects to the late Tiana Mangakahia; who was a previous guest and star player at Southern Districts Basketball Association. The Reverse Pivot is proudly sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball Academy, FIT Education, Big Dog Sports & Endgame.

Coach Bruce Palmer talks about the latest drills uploaded onto The Reverse Pivot website.  There are five more offensive drills adapted from coaching talents of Gianmarco Sapio and the late Lute Olson. View the drills on www.thereversepivot.com/coachescorner

More drills are up on The Reverse Pivot's Coaches Corner, including an insightful article by coach Dave Stricklin about the 9 ways to recognise a good drill.    www.thereversepivot.com

The Reverse Pivot welcomes guest Andre Moore to the podcast. Andre Moore is a former American basketball player best known for his impact in the NBL. A key contributor to the Brisbane Bullets in the late 1980s, Andre helped the Bullets to a Grand Final appearance and quickly became a fan favourite for his dynamic playing style and presence on the court. Moore played several strong seasons in the NBL with the Bullets, establishing himself as one of the league’s top imports and a cornerstone of Brisbane’s competitive run during that era. Before his NBL career, he played college basketball at Loyola University Chicago and briefly in the NBA with the Milwaukee Bucks and Denver Nuggets. From 1999 - 2001, Andre played for the Cairns Taipans.  The Reverse Pivot is proudly sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball Academy, FIT Education, Big Dog Sports & Endgame.

This is a 2-in-1 episode of The Reverse Pivot. In the first half, Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod talk about the upcoming NBL season. Then Ryan Stolberg and Marcus Bellchambers join the podcast to talk about their wins in the 1997 Queensland Basketball League and national championship. The Reverse Pivot is proudly sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball Academy, FIT Education, Big Dog Sports & Endgame.

The Coaches Corner latest upload is two horn drills to improve your game. Download the document at: www.thereversepivot.com/coachescorner

The Reverse Pivot sits down with Nigel Purchase. Nigel Purchase is a former Australian basketball player who went on to become the CEO and Founder of Chase Basketball, an organisation dedicated to developing athletes and promoting the game at the grassroots and elite levels. During his playing career, he competed in the National Basketball League (NBL) with the Melbourne Tigers and later the Hobart Devils, earning respect as a versatile and reliable contributor on the court. Nigel is also the MC at Pete's Bar Luncheon, an annual event in Melbourne that celebrates Australian basketball community. The Reverse Pivot is proudly sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball Academy, FIT Education, Big Dog Sports & Endgame.

The Reverse Pivot invites NBL champion Sam McKinnon to the studio to talk about his winning career in basketball. Sam was a standout forward who played for teams the South East Melbourne Magic, Brisbane Bullets, and Melbourne Tigers. His career highlights include winning the NBL Championship with the Bullets in 2007, being named the league’s Most Valuable Player that same year, and representing Australia as part of the Boomers at multiple international tournaments, including the Sydney 2000 Olympics. In 2017, Sam transitioned into coaching, leading teams the Brisbane Bullets, South East Melbourne Phoenix and Taranki Airs. The Reverse Pivot is proudly sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball Academy, FIT Education, Big Dog Sports & Endgame.

The Reverse Pivot podcast talks basketball with Oliver Reid. Oliver Reid is a seasoned development coach and educator. He is currently the NBL1 Assistant Coach at the Brisbane Capitals and also the Community & Development Manager at the Brisbane Bullets. In this pod, Oliver talks about his new role at the Bullets and how it fosters game development among young players and also introduces the Brisbane Bullet's Coaches Academy; which offers coaches an immersive learning experience and insight into an NBL program. The Reverse Pivot is proudly sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball Academy, FIT Education, Big Dog Sports & Bubble Boardz.

Welcome to the coaches corner, a new resource page by The Reverse Pivot designed to improve your basketball coaching and playing.  Bruce Palmer outlines the first seven drills on our website. These drills are available to download for your practice sessions. Bruce outlines where the drills originate and why they will help you improve your game.  www.thereversepivot.com/coachescorner

Al Westover a prolific basketball coach with 1500 games under his belt. He is best known for leading the Melbourne Tigers to two NBL championships (2006 and 2008) after succeeding Lindsay Gaze as head coach (where he also won two championships as assistant coach). Westover also had a successful three-year coaching stint in Japan, taking the Shiga Lakestars to their first-ever playoff appearance. Al is currently running the basketball program at Box Hill Senior Secondary, which has a track record of producing NBA players. Bruce and Steve take a deep dive into his career and ask about the current state of the NBL. The Reverse Pivot is proudly sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball Academy, FIT Education, Big Dog Sports & Bubble Boardz.

The Reverse Pivot with special guest: coach Mike Dunlap. Mike Dunlap is the head coach of Colorado Mesa University men’s basketball team. A veteran coach with success in the NBA, NCAA, and Australia’s NBL, Mike adds an NBA championship with Milwaukee in 2021 to his decorated career. Mike discusses his career and what makes for good basketball culture in the latest episode. The Reverse Pivot is proudly sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball Academy, FIT Education, Big Dog Sports & Bubble Boardz.

David Claxton joins Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod for another episode of The Reverse Pivot. For over more than 40 years in the game, Dave has significantly contributed to the development of basketball in Queensland and nationally. His roles included state and national team coach including the Australian Boomers, alongside the Brisbane Bullets, Gold Coast Rollers and Adelaide 36ers. David was instrumental in bringing the NBL back to the Gold Coast as the General Manager of the Gold Coast Blaze. He also was responsible for bringing Leroy Loggins to the Brisbane Bullets.  The Reverse Pivot is proudly sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball Academy, FIT Education, Big Dog Sports & Bubble Boardz.

Tom Maher joins The Reverse Pivot to chat about basketball coaching. Tom Maher is one of the most successful coaches in international women's basketball, having led teams at six Olympic Games and securing a bronze medal with the Australian Opals in 1996. Renowned for his tactical acumen and ability to transform teams, he has also coached national squads in China and New Zealand, leaving a lasting global legacy in the sport. The Reverse Pivot is proudly sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball Academy, FIT Education, Big Dog Sports & Bubble Boardz.

Basketball legend Shane Froling joins Bruce and Steve to talk about his career and family in the Australian basketball scene.  Shane Froling is a former NBL player who competed with teams including the Eastside Spectres, Hobart Devils, Brisbane Bullets and Townsville Suns throughout the late 1980s and 1990s. A versatile forward and respected figure in Australian basketball, he went on to coach at various levels, including with the Townsville Heat and Crocodiles. Shane is married to former WNBL star Jenny Froling , and together they’ve raised a remarkable basketball family—daughters Alicia and Keely have both played professionally in the WNBL, while sons Harry and Sam have forged successful careers in the NBL. The Reverse Pivot is proudly sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball Academy, FIT Education, Big Dog Sports & Bubble Boardz.

Rising basketball star Max Mackinnon joins the podcast to talk about the early stages of his career. Max is the son of NBL player and current coach Sam Mackinnon. Bruce and Steve dive into his work ethic and his time playing at Louisiana State University. The Reverse Pivot is proudly sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball Academy, FIT Education, Big Dog Sports & Bubble Boardz.  

Brian Goorjian is an Australian Basketball Hall of Fame recipient with six NBL championships to his name (including three in a row). Brian is set to join the coaching staff for the New York Knicks summer league, which builds upon decades of coaching at an elite level in both Australia and China; including leading the Boomers in the Olympics in 2004, 2008, 2020 and 2024. Brian Goorjian is currently the head coach of the Sydney Kings. The Reverse Pivot is proudly sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball Academy, FIT Education, Big Dog Sports & Bubble Boardz.

Mick Downer joins Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod for the latest episode of The Reverse Pivot.  Mick is an internationally experienced and FIBA accredited coach with over 20 years of professional coaching and management roles in high performance organisations, amateur and professional sports clubs. In the NBL he has coached the Adelaide 36ers, Brisbane Bullets, Cairns Taipans and Perth Wildcats. He has also been an Assistant Coach for the Boomers in the 2016 Olympics, and lead teams in Japan. Mick talks about his career and what he looks for in Basketball players. The Reverse Pivot is proudly sponsored by by Brian Kerle Basketball Academy, FIT Education, Big Dog Sports & Bubble Boardz.

The Reverse Pivot welcomes established basketball coach, journalist and producer Brayden Heslehurst to the podcast. Brayden has had an accomplished career in basketball and is very enthusiastic about the game. He is the winner of the inaugural NBL1 championship in 2021, a two time medal winner representing QLD and head coach of the QLD Women. He is also an athlete mentor and basketball shooting coach at Assist Athletic Services and the head of editorial content for basketball.com.au. Braydney sits down with Bruce and Steve to talk QLD basketball, his career and give input on the latest news in the NBL. The Reverse Pivot is proudly sponsored by by Brian Kerle Basketball Academy, FIT Education, Big Dog Sports & Bubble Boardz.