Pro 🏀 player 9 years from Alabama. Played D1 @ W&Mary & BSC. Living in NE! Player development Boys/Girls 5th-12th, College & Pro! Also cohost
@theliveperiod
Thank you
@wilsmoore_
for the great article on the journey of Vhoops. 17 years & I wouldn’t trade the highs & lows for anything bc it’s made me who I am. Life is a beautiful thing when you have great ppl in it, a purpose & joy.
A special wknd on a ton of levels for me. I live across the country from my parents/brother/nieces/family. Nights like tonight make me realize why I’m far away, bc I’m doing what my parents always told me.. Keep living your dreams and leave an impact ♥️🏀
Big 43 piece for this young man on the left today! Showed a lot of ppl he’s much more than just a finisher. Big 3’s and float game on 👌🏽. Proud of you
@calejacobsen_
Bryce & I were lucky to witness some history live
Was told once to celebrate the special moments in life, because life is fleeting. Appreciation post to a special night. Well done
@SammyG_22
and N on a huge win. Proud and the whole state is behind you and the gents 🏀♥️
Eventually tearing down a player mentally will stop working & U will lose the respect from them! Many coaches forget or ignore the significance of the mental side of 🏀. Tough love? Yes. We also have to be able to listen, teach & be there for each player in many different ways.
Laying the groundwork & loving to teach the game! I got paid to shoot 3’s & rebound but I took advantage of mismatches & made a killing in the post over my 20+ years of playing 🏀. If U get the body, hands, feet & eyes ready in the post.. the reads become easy & you can feast!
Been a beautiful ride the last 7+ years
@SammyG_22
From ?’ing what level of college you could play in, NCAA March Madness with the Bison, German National Team, Hometown
@HuskerHoops
& now watching U with the
@celtics
Stuff of dreams & countless times left speechless! More to come
Many things to say but will keep it at this…
@SammyG_22
is a better human/person than a player & that’s saying a lot!! I’m beyond proud & the 100’s of young Vhoops players lives all over Nebraska you’ve impacted are telling ppl “Sammy G, oh yeah that’s my Guy” ♥️🏀
I could share 100’s of pics & videos over the last 6.5 years of all the time we’ve spent together on and off the court. You’ve trusted me from Day 1 & here is the next step of the plan! Your family is my family. Love ya Sam, keep making the Vhoops family proud
October 27th will be here before we know it! Happy for my guys to finally get out there and play in front of 15,000+ Husker fans at PBA for the 2021-2022 season! Appreciate you guys!
Had the pleasure of doing color commentary for my first time last night at PBA on 2 live TV broadcasts! Had a great time, had a lot of positive feedback and was able to call some great games with
@NCNSports
Great experience & opportunity. Thank you
Got a special letter from my QB & dear friend Noah Vedral
@Noah11_V
today. This is what life is truly about... U & UR family have been with me for 3+ years! A lot of special times, hard work & happy tears! Proud of U! Go get a W this wknd for
#UCF
🏉
Special day for
@Noah11_V
continuing his 🏉 career at
@HuskerFBNation
Young man has made many adult like decisions at an early age. Testament to his upbringing, work ethic & belief in himself! Very excited to have my dear friend back!! Much love
@ECspeaks
for the Husker edit
2nd Annual
@roby_isaiah
Camp in the books! Great wknd in Lincoln, Ne for 🏀 & the gathering of kids/parents/coaches that mean a ton in our lives! Thank U Nebraska for the continued support of our Camp! Thank U
@Johnny_Heuer
for the great Vid! Year 4 for Isaiah w/
@spurs
coming up
POTENTIAL can be such a damaging word. 7th grade - Pro 🏀 it can end U! Majority of ppl that tell a player they’ve already made it have ZERO clue what it takes & how ruthless the business really is! Seek Truth Tellers, 1’s that’ll hold U accountable & never think you’ve MADE it
13 yrs since I met Trist. Takes a village to raise a young man/lady. He’s the reason I started Vhoops in the summers while playing pro🏀 Being able to help Trist on & off the court w many important decisions in his life? It’s what life is about. He’ll get a deal & I can’t wait
BACK AGAIN! VigliancoHoops presents the 2nd Annual Isaiah Roby Camp August 6th & 7th, in Lincoln, Ne at Speedway Village. We had over 225 players attend last year!
@roby_isaiah
back in Nebraska after a solid season with
@okcthunder
Sign up ➡️
All paths R different in this life & I’m thankful mine lead me to be in all 4 of these gents lives! This coming wknd will be 1 of the most special in my life. Honored to be by their side for their journey on/off the 🏀 court! Thank you
@ECspeaks
for the edit
A busy Summer 2023 is here! Workouts, Mini-Sessions, Camps, and Growth! Great wknd to jump off everything. What it’s all about ⬇️ for me in my life! Thankful & Appreciative ♥️🏀
🗣 Siri, show me a perfect pro debut:
Sam Griesel, 23yo, 24min, 28PTS, 10REB, +43!
@TelekomBaskets
found a new fan favorite, for sure 😮💨
#IntercontinentalCup
Just another photo for most ppl. I look at it as a player that in 2.5 weeks of hard work with me, he accepted coaching, was willing to learn & applied! Tons of positive feedback from important ppl about
@BryceMcgowens5
this past week at
@iversonclassic
Also 2nd place in 3pt comp
Been a long time coming but great to see
@calejacobsen_
is back and ready to roll! Finish the workout with 14 3’s timed & a little 🐰 Missed ya buddy! Oh & good rebounding
@marcusglock_
Announcing THE 1st ever Isaiah Roby & Vhoops camp! The weekend of July 31st & August 1st in Lincoln, Ne at Speedway Sports Complex! Boys & girls! 4th-6th graders 10am-12pm, 7th-9th graders 1230pm-230pm!
@roby_isaiah
@okcthunder
@HuskerHoops
see flyer ⬇️ for sign up
#huskers
#okc
Probably the last time this group is all together before they leave for college! Couldn’t be more proud of these players dedication w/ Vhoops over all the years! Can’t wait to watch them tear it up at USD, SDSU, Wyoming, Creighton, Nebraska & St Lou this season! Love you guys
Last several weeks tons of ppl I love & care for have- Gotten new deals, big promotions, graduated from college, expanded their business, traveling the world/changing lives! 1 thing I learned early in life is that it’s the “company you keep”. When your ppl grow? You grow as well
2nd Annual
@BryceMcgowens5
camp in Nebraska had over 100 kids show up. Not many NBA players hosting a camp over the All Star break but we’ve been fortunate! Thank you to all who came out & all our sponsors as well. Thank you
@hornets
&
@PrioritySports
for the support
State title for 1 of the best to ever come out of the state of Nebraska! Thank U for trusting me with your development!
@HuskersWBB
has a difference maker coming their way! This young lady hates to lose & competes her butt off! Can’t wait to see what’s next for
@allison_weidner
The story of
@SammyG_22
&
@VigliancoHoops
is 1 that goes back many years. It's a story that is special to me & a story that needs to be told. It's a story of friendship, hard work and trust. Enjoy the video & full length audio on the channel ➡️
This will be 1 of my “Sandlot” pics on my desk! 3-Peat for Auburn HS! In 2020 I spent more time with these boys & families than my own. When the world was shut down this community was there for me. I’ll look back on this team & be forever grateful
14 years later & Triston plays in his 1st Pro 🏀 game today! 21 pts, game clinching FT’s! He was my 1st client before Vhoops was even a thing! U never gave up hope & U finally got a chance. What a special day in your life! Nobody can ever take this from U! Love you
@SodakBlack3
Posting this so we can look back years down the road… Come a long way in 2 years JB! 1st Summer as a Husker & thriving on/off the court. This young man’s journey just makes me smile and proud! Keep working your butt off
@JustinBolis
& all is going to be 💯
The beautiful part of sports and life are nights like tonight in Fargo,ND!
@SammyG_22
a month ago was in the hospital with a ulcer/internal bleeding that could have ended very badly .. Tonight, almost back to 100% leads his team to victory with 25,8 & 5 WELCOME BACK MY MAN!
A lot of messages on “ball hog play” since 🏀 has started! What r U gonna do about it? Speak up for URself on the court! It’s part of growing up. U can also- crash the boards both ends, move without the 🏀 & love defense! That takes heart & humility! Good College coaches seek it
June 23,2022 Draft Night for Bryce McGowens & Family. Special night as B becomes the newest member of the
@hornets
A day & night in Brooklyn we will never forget! Onward & upward
@BryceMcgowens5
Thank you for trusting me from Day 1. Next stop Vegas ♥️🏀
#NBADraft
My father is my hero! He’s a great man & taught me everything I know in 🏀. Was a stud for the Bonnies back in the late 70’s & won the NIT when it was as big as the NCAA! Love you pops, 12:45pm central today Bonnies vs LSU, also
@LaJethroJenkins
this is your fav photo of my dad
As the years grow shorter I try & cherish those special moments in life just a little more. Last night in San Antonio was 1 of those. Year 4 for Isaiah Roby & Year 1 for Bryce McGowens on NBA opening night. Love ya gents & keep making everyone proud
Busy Friday Feb 17th for 2 ppl I consider family in this life.
@SammyG_22
putting on a Blood Drive for Nebraska residents &
@BryceMcgowens5
hosting our 1 night youth camp in Lincoln this evening. Fortunate to be able to support them in all their endeavors. Proud of you both
Time to go dancing
@allick_josiah
It takes a village & it’s been a 7+ year ride with the Allick family.
Playing your very best in your final season & trusting what’s made you, YOU! Proud of how far you’ve come since those initial HS workouts. Tourney time 🌽🏀!
Thank you for everything this year PBA ❤️ Husker nation showed out in all its glory for the last ride🤟🏽Grateful I got to play my heart out for everyone that came to support
#GBR
Congrats to
@JShepard32
on winning a national championship at Notre Dame!! Not much else to say but truly remarkable the ride 🏀 has taken you on in such a short time in your stellar career! Thanks for letting me be a part of the process these last 5 years. 🏆
I’ve told ppl for years
@cambinder2
is 1 of the hardest workers to ever walk through my doors. The kid just loves 🏀 & is a gym rat! There’s a reason he hit BIG shots to win a state title this wknd.. He’s earned it through hard work, tears, & trust in others! Proud of U my man!
Holding players accountable & telling them the truth is a thing of the past it seems in many instances. End of the day we R hurting these young players for years to come long after🏀 Yes, U can let things slide or lie but it’s damaging to team culture & eventually to life after🏀
U have to remember the road isn’t easy even though many think it’s a walk in the park. Your college athletic years will test U in many ways & force U to grow up quick. Stick with it & persevere, U can set the rest of your life up for success on many levels! Lean on ppl u trust
Life is not a perfect plan. U R going to have setbacks & the key is how U deal with adversity. There is only 1 way to deal with it... U look at your options, what can & what can’t I do, have your tight circle of ppl on board with U and U move forward attacking each day
High level Women’s 🏀 happening in Nebraska tomorrow night, Dec 28th! Huskers @ home vs
#14
Michigan &
#21
Creighton ladies @ home vs
#8
UConn. Show up or tune in. Let’s go Al, Jaz & Morgan
I’ve seen some really great stories this being ngwsd day! People always ask “Thomas, you have 100’s of girls young — pro that you train, do you enjoy it?” The answer is yes, without a question! I work hard at what I do & women’s 🏀 is just as important as Men’s in my life
#NGWSD
I’ve found over the years the mental side of 🏀 is still
#1
. Ppl talk about it but it’s not worked on nearly enough. Getting your mind right is a constant, never-ending discipline. It’s a battle. A fight. Finding some1 that’s able to relate to U from their experiences is crucial
It’s crazy how 2 years can change the path of your life. Sam has been selected to the U20 German National team! Sam will be representing Germany on the global stage this summer! Great accomplishment for this young man! Playing in Germany & Israel June/July 2019!
@SammyG_22
Crazy how time flies from 1 picture to the next ♥️ 4+ years of mentorship, training, growth, graduations & chasing dreams! Do what you Love, Love what you Do!
@BryceMcgowens5
@Trey5mac_
Congrats to my friend Isaiah on making the next step in his 🏀 career with the
@dallasmavs
Proud of you man & look forward to seeing your growth continuing in the NBA! See you in Vegas
@roby_isaiah
15 yrs from now he’ll be on a NFL or Power 5 sideline & I’ll be makin trips to watch him coach & we’ll be grabbing dinner talking about the old days! Special young man & a solid QB. Whatever happens from now till that time? Noah is betting on himself & I like that bet
@RFootball
Outpouring of support & ♥️ for my guy
@MikeSautter_
doesn’t surprise me 1 bit! His loyalty & work ethic is 2nd to none! We’ll be back together soon in full force & continuing to shape NE for the better! The voice of HS sports & recruiting in N is gonna be back soon! Love ya man
All 5 have a bright future ahead but this could be the last summer of training
@SammyG_22
&
@quinnweidemann_
as college players, 2 of the OG’s! Been training 1 since 9th grade and the other since 11th grade! Crazy how time flies.. Go be special
BIG time college women’s 🏀 game this evening in Omaha, Ne. Top 25 matchup Nebraska vs Creighton! These ladies below are special players & even better young ladies! All the best Alli, Mo, & Jaz
#Nebraska
Appreciate
@937TheTicket
@derrickpearson
having Bryce, Trey & I on the show to talk all things 🏀, 🏈 & Life this past Husker opening wknd! Love the new studio downtown Lincoln.
Spring 2023 has officially begun for all things HS boys! Great group tonight with some awesome young men. Many young men that have been training with Vhoops for 3-6 years! Can’t wait to see what this group & many others do in the coming months around the USA!
Keep living out those dreams young ladies! Mo, Hannah, Chloe, Regan & Alli go make Vhoops proud! A ton of ppl in Nebraska & around the country will be pulling for you this March. Playing with house money, go have a ball
#MarchMadness
2024 is the 1st year I can remember coaches asking the least amount of ?’s about HS players, especially incoming 9th through 11th. Recruiting world has truly changed & U need to adapt.
A few truths:
1. Being embarrassed by JUCO,NAIA,D3 & D2 offers should never be a thing!!
2.
Thank you Nebraska! What a wknd for Isaiah, his family, our coaches & I. Professional photo’s & video coming from
@Johnny_Heuer
but in the mean time- just a little taste of the ♥️ & special time July 31/Aug 1st, 2021 will hold in the minds & hearts of 225+ kids for years to come
Matt was a kind man who loved to watch his boys play 🏀. We had a mutual love for all things Steelers! Have worked with and known the Brass family for 5 years. Days like today you realize life isn’t fair & live your best life while given the time! Prayers to Stacy & the kids
Sending prayers to the Brass family.
Kenton and Aiden Brass both play basketball for Pius and lost their Dad, Matt, last night to cancer.
May eternal rest grant unto Matt, O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him.
It’s not goodbye, it’s a see you later..
Over 60+ young ladies (some) from as far as 4+ hours away came to the
@JazShelley
&
@VigliancoHoops
Camp in Lincoln,Ne. A special day & truly appreciate all the support as always
Great 90 minute workout this morning with this crew! Tons of skills & competitive drills! All about making the reps count & competing at a high level! A lot of hard working talent in this pic & special players to Vhoops!
Many things to say about
@JustinBolis
I’ll just say this… A top 10 type day. You are a special human & you are in the rafters of the Vhoops greats already for how hard you work & how much you’ve overcome. Love ya JB! YOU deserve this!
Walked in my gym as an 8th grader & now she’s become a D1 player! The hard work, tears, laughs & talks we’ve had all lead to this special day! Proud of you my dear friend!
@HannahKelle1
U are in great hands with great ppl at Illinois State
Thank you
@hornets
for making this event extra special & all the ♥️ for the 1st annual Bryce McGowens Camp! We look forward to our next 1! Thank you
@PrioritySports
for all the help as well.
Behind-the-scenes of the Bryce McGowens Camp! 🏀
@BryceMcgowens5
, his former Nebraska teammates & his family held a camp with
@VigliancoHoops
to teach basketball basics. We also hooked campers up with Hornets sunglasses, water bottles, and Bryce jerseys!
📹
@Johnny_Heuer
Thank you
@NCNSports
for allowing me to do this for a 2nd straight year! You guys have worked like crazy the last 2 wknd’s under crazy circumstances and have done a great job! Thanks again for letting me do commentary for Class A HS 🏀
#nebpreps
#basketball
In life or sports, it’s not about what you've done. It's about the process and journey of what you've accomplished, the gratification you get from it, and what you learned from it. After that, it's over and it's time for the next goal to attack!
Huge win for NDSU to get into the finals of the
@thesummitleague
championship tmrw night! My boy
@SammyG_22
goes off for 20 pts on 8-11 from the field & 5 rebs! Not bad for a freshmen on the big stage! Let’s go!
New career high for this freshmen. Chloe last night in Creighton’s win over UNO- 12 pts, 3 rebs, 3 A, 2 Stl! Awesome to see
@clodwo
Proud of U!
#vhoops
During the first few workouts with
@JazShelley
years ago, she told me her dream with 🏀 was
Get drafted 1 day to the WNBA ✅
@PhoenixMercury
&
Play for the Australian National team 1 day 🇦🇺 (TBD)
Go be great & thanks for all you do for Women’s 🏀
You got to be able to bet on yourself! No matter what anyone else says... you know you are putting in the work, been through tough times and willing to keep after it? At the end of the day? Bet on YOU!
The most precious thing in life is time and how we spend it/who we spend it with! Surround yourself with positive ppl, positive energy, tough minded ppl and ppl that constantly challenge you to better your life! Cut out the drama and fake!
Spent time last night w/ an assitant on a NBA team & his only job IN GAME is to stat 50-50 🏀’s. HC actually uses the stat for halftime adjustments & w/ post game film breakdown. Go ahead & keep thinking this stuff doesn’t matter, it actually does on some staffs NBA/College/HS
Anything that’s bad, usually turns out pretty dang good in the end… because that’s when you learn the most! Find the learning in the losing, find the good in the bad! The toughest things I’ve been through in my life have always been the best things!
Teach, Show it, Teach & start putting it together. Truly believe if U have a true understanding & skillset in the Post it can expand UR overall game bc we know guarding is at a premium & post is barely taught. I emphasize 5 KEY things. Fakes, Physical, 0 negative step, Feel, Eyes
@VigliancoHoops
was asked to be the guest speaker at Arlington Middle School in Nebraska yesterday! Talked to over 175 students & faculty about my story! The talk, along with Q&A was all about hard work, taking chances & not being afraid of failure in life! Thank you Arlington,Ne
“It’s not easy to do, but try—— try and do what you love with people you love. If you can manage that, it’s the definition of heaven on earth. I swear to God, it really is.” For those that know me well, this is how I try to live my life daily. The company you keep is EVERYTHING
When
@SammyG_22
walked in my gym his JR year of HS he had 1 offer from a good D2.. Crazy how far you’ve come young man! Thank you for trusting me in your development on & even more off the court! Just want you to be happy & confident in this journey! Proud of U
Some1 had to get the W & L last night when the ladies matched up but it’s bigger than that. Been with
@_morggaaannnnn
&
@allison_weidner
for a combined 7 years & it’s moments like this that make life’s journey super special. Thank you ladies for letting me be a part of your lives
Right around 100 players got after it today! Talented young ladies in the morning session & over 80 young men in the afternoon. College players were a huge help teaching and speaking “the life” of a college player.
@MikeSautterOWH
my guy, another great camp!
#lovewhatUdo
Isaiah keeps growing by the game! He’s staying ready & taking advantage of opportunities coming his way! He’s doing the little things to help his team win & shooting in rhythm with confidence! Long season but tons of positives early on from year 2 with
@okcthunder
At the end of the day it’s about putting in the work & making strides (positive/negative) to better yourself in the long run! A busy summer is officially here! Great group to start the day!
Keep changing lives & impacting the only way we know how… Hard work, truth & teaching the game. Thank you Nebraska for coming out on a Wednesday afternoon, during a crazy summer to show love for
@SammyG_22
& his 1st Lincoln Camp!