Welcome to the latest installment of the Bout That Life Podcast, broadcasting from the YBA Phoenix Fitness 24-7 Basketball Facility in Rocklin, California. In this episode, your hosts Coach C. Collins will delve into the current state and intricacies of AAU basketball, youth coaching, and the ever-evolving world of social media influencing. Coach C. Collins shares his gratitude for the podcast's amazing growth, with 30,000+ downloads and widespread listenership across the United States, expressing special thanks to fans from California, Texas, and Florida. He emphasizes the show's mission to support coaches, directors, and parents by providing practical advice and sharing experiences. Highlighting the episode is an engaging conversation with ZaKius aka "Zackius the Great," a multi-talented content creator. He discusses his unique journey from aspiring basketball player to celebrated YouTuber, sharing insights on creating meaningful content and the importance of having a strong support system. Zackius reflects on influences, handling fame, and the responsibilities that come with creating for a vast audience. The podcast also explores the impact of platforms like AAU on player development and the dynamic world of basketball. With so much to learn and countless stories to share, this episode is a treasure trove for young aspirants and seasoned professionals alike. ------------------------------ If you wish to support the show Podbean Patron: https://patron.podbean.com/boutthatlifeaau Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/join/Boutthatlife? Cash App: https://cash.app/$phenixfitness23 PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=XKVLCD8U3MC36 Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/CoachCCollins ------------------------------- Follow Zakius Journey Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zakiusthegreat/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@zakius.sianna TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zakiusthegreat ----------------------------- This episode we get the perspective of a home grown Sac-Town Hooper to content creator, Coach C. Collins is going to see if Zakius the great is really Bout That Life!!! -------------------------------   ------------------------------- Please Support the Show Podbean Patron: https://patron.podbean.com/boutthatlifeaau Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/join/Boutthatlife? Cash App: https://cash.app/$phenixfitness23 PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=XKVLCD8U3MC36 Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/CoachCCollins   Sponsors   Dr. Dish the best shooting machines on the market https://www.drdishbasketball.com/   Hardwood Palace Rec/Tournament Basketball facility http://www.hardwoodpalace.com/     Click Here to follow  IG: https://www.instagram.com/hoopstariam/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/christopher.collins.106 Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/Christo53408073 Feel free to check out other episodes on our Main show "Bout that Life" Training Site: https://www.phenixfitness23.com/contact-us AAU Club Information: http://www.ybadawgs.com/ Thank you for your support and time and as Rize to Prime!!!   Coach MJ(God Given Talent) IG: https://www.instagram.com/ggtbasketball/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=mark%20jeffries   Mirrorless Media Group(Johann Tate) Video production IG: https://www.instagram.com/nocapyog/