MAI Sporting Director John Carroll — The HoopWise Podcast

Ethan Fuller and Steve Hewitt sit down with John Carroll, the sporting director for basketball at Masters Academy International (MAI). The conversation delves into Carroll's role in creating a top-tier sports academy poised to be the "IMG Academy of the North," which is set to launch in fall 2026. They explore the vision for MAI, discuss its potential impact on the New England basketball landscape, and compare it with existing academies like IMG. Carroll shares insights into his dual roles at Newman School and MAI, and the challenges and opportunities they present. The episode also touches on Carroll's scouting experience with the WNBA's L.A. Sparks and his thoughts on fostering athletic excellence. Topics 00:29 Introducing John Carroll and Masters Academy International 01:31 The Vision and Development of Masters Academy 02:32 Challenges and Opportunities in New England Basketball 04:59 The Impact of Masters Academy on Local Talent 15:28 Current Progress and Future Plans for MAI 17:41 Basketball Program Structure and Recruitment 29:33 Balancing Roles at Newman and Masters Academy 32:48 Reflecting on Career Transitions 33:12 Embracing New Opportunities 33:44 Exciting Roles and Experiences 34:54 Newman Basketball Team Insights 35:25 Building a Winning Culture 39:27 Challenges and Changes in Prep School Sports 41:30 Future of Prep School Athletics 45:48 Full Court Press: Basketball Icons and Moments 57:44 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans The HoopWise Podcast from New England Basketball Journal is a Seamans Media production. Find more daily basketball news at New England Basketball Journal: https://www.basketballjjournal.com/ Listen on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1djZM31... Listen on all major podcast platforms.