HOW I BECAME A D1 BASKETBALL PLAYER

[@exoticandre5341]

Dakota, I’m a 14 year old 9th grader and you inspire me so much. I’ve been following ur workouts and it’s helped me since your advice too. I’ve improved so much since middle school basketball. Keep grinding bro ❤

[@dukesogoated]

Fax bro i jus started hooping at ur age and dakota has helped me improve like crazy

[@dakotarivers]

You’re awesome dude, I’m so proud of you

[@benblanco7575]

@@dakotarivers nah Fr thankyou

[@Himmmothy]

@@dakotariversthanks man you just made me see that I have an opportunity to go into college basketball I got two more year left of high school thanks so much man ❤

[@Mr.DoTooMuch873]

Damn you glazing 😭😭

[@BeerbodGaming]

Dakota im a 36 year old 5’9 that had an acl injury. Stopped playing for around 10 years. Slowly working my way back to the game. And just wanna say thank you for inspiring me.

[@hoopmaster5901]

Keep going bro

[@BeerbodGaming]

@@hoopmaster5901 i will bro. Thanks

[@enzosymonmaceren257]

Lets go

[@KyleNamiteVlogs]

Keep hooping brodie

[@BraydenYang]

Keep going

[@Castro_Music]

I'm 14 years old, started hooping as a 13 year old, saw your channel, I'm following your videos and workouts and I improved like CRAZY! Thanks for the help man!

[@SprizBeats]

Same man I’m nervous for high school but gl and I hope u make the team

[@MKZ-4]

@@SprizBeatshey man you’ll be fine just remember to practice the hardest out of anyone you know and you’ll make it

[@zuko_fraggs]

Funny u see Julian Newman 😂😂😂

[@emre3010]

Im a 9th grader thats 14 and am so thankful for your inspiration. During my middle school years i never made the team and was always bummed but decided to put work over the off season. 2022 started out rough as i broke both my feet in a span of 2 months. I finally made the team this year and wanted to thank you for inspiring me to keep pushing through.

[@drescott4871]

Man needed this!!! I just tore my patellar tendon and had surgery. This video man I’ll tell you what you just gave me more confidence ! Means a lot! Keep doing what your doing big dawg!

[@icanseeyoufrl]

dakota, I’m a 6’ 3” 8th grader and ur videos inspire me. you really give me insight into what it’s like on a higher level, and ur workouts help a ton.

[@KylianMbappeRmafc]

Any tips to get taller? I’m 5’8 and in 7th grade

[@Wxvey524]

how tall were you in 7th? im 5 7 in 7th idk if im cooked

[@jakecathey7061]

@@Wxvey524definitely not cooked I was 4’8 in 7th now I’m 5’9 10th going to 11th

[@icanseeyoufrl]

@@Wxvey524 i was 5'10" but i gave up on hoop dreams now i just eat good n workout lol

[@icanseeyoufrl]

@@KylianMbappeRmafc eat

[@Nathan-ws2md]

I’m a sophomore in high school on my varsity team. i made the team after working the most i ever had at any sport in the summer but i haven’t gotten the biggest chance to show i can play so i’m basically just riding the bench. watching this is awesome and i hope you get where you want to be!

[@yg17_3]

man, im 11th grader from a small town from Russia and u motivate me to move toward by increasing my athletism and other basketball skills. I want to say you that u are moving to the right direction and you will become the best nba player ever.

[@SaveLinkAs]

You've always been a huge inspiration, keep it up bro ✌

[@dakotarivers]

Thank you bro!

[@danielfriedman2297]

Dakota, I'm a 14.5 yr who plays at a foreign country and your videos for sure help inspiring and making me believe I can do it ❤️bro thank you so much

[@riza2tuff]

I’m about to be a freshman Dakota, *5’11*, your workouts I’ve been copying since the old vlog videos. everything you’ve taught in your video has shaped me into receiving a D1 offer from unv. Of Wisconsin, unv. Of Arizona, unv. Of oreganon thank you so much for everything man❤

[@williamafoakwah5395]

I am 27 years old and still chasing my ball dreams. I came across your channel, very powerful and encouraging. I am following this journey. All the best my brother.

[@Whoisehren]

Tbh I just wanna say thank you, since last year you’ve kept me on my feet tbh, your workout changed my body when I kept consistent

[@J17-..J]

Dakota you inspired me so much back then I was 16 and I wanted to make the nba and you inspired me to keep going and now I’m starting in my high school team I’ve gotten way taller from 6’1 to 6’6 and I think it’s because of my dedication and the confidence that you gave me and I just want to say thank and I’m wondering what should I do when I graduate high school where should I go where should I start? I just want to say thank you🙏 because you gave me the confidence to keep on going❤

[@tlmatrix]

16 and 6'6 that crazy I'm 15 and 5'11 and I play JV😂

[@Yuyu_8]

Hey Dakota, I'm a 5'6 12 yr/o 7th grader and I would like to thank you so much for inspiring me, I'm a self-thought player that picked up basketball not more than a year ago, currently I'm a starter with only 4 ppg but you inspire me to do the work and train myself harder so tysm. My dream is to play D1 basketball and from there make it to the NBA.

[@denzeleghan5156]

Man you inspire me. Playing the game for the love of it. Even if it’s not NBA you’re making the most out of your journey.

[@isaacmorrison12]

Dakota you’re a huge inspiration for me. I’m a 5’10 13 year old who’s the team captain and PG for my 8th grade team. My dream is to go D1 and you’re helping me a lot. I watch all your vids. You’re a big inspiration for me man

[@kunmiojapinwa7391]

damn your a giant

[@kunmiojapinwa7391]

7th grade and 5'5 here and people think im tall

[@isaacmorrison12]

@@kunmiojapinwa7391 damn i thought i was ab average height

[@Demetribasketball]

5’10 in 8th grade is a W

[@wysp272]

@@isaacmorrison12 your pretty tall for a 13 year old

[@omie8578]

Love the video bro. You’ve really inspired me to keep grinding to get a D1 offer. I started playing basketball 2 years ago (I’m 17) and I’ve worked hard enough to compete with high level highschool prospects. I hope I can make it before highschool is over.

[@rcply9719]

so you started playing at 15 as a sophomore??? That’s what I’m doing rn it’s my first year I’m a 15 yr old sophomore but I’m 5,8 and not any good 😢

[@mikhailavanesov5912]

@@rcply9719 same height, same age bro. dont worry bout it just work twice as hard as the rest of them

[@otavioaugustofernandes5266]

Really inspiring vid, man. I've just started playing for my college this year. It's been a pretty good experience, but I wanna keep improving. Thank God I found this treasure! I'd like to see more of your advices to get more rebounds and blocks. Greetings from Brazil!

[@legoat9234]

Thanks for inspiring me I’m a 6’4 13 year old and your workouts increased my vert up to 34 inches thank you

[@dbthebeast2406]

My boy keep grinding I’m 11 bout to turn 12 and about 5’8

[@MJB-999]

@@dbthebeast2406 what!!? im 13 and 4'11 but my vert is like 25 or 26

[@dbthebeast2406]

@@MJB-999 keep working bro u will get better and taller just focus on your basketball skills and school

[@ayoooooooooo5430]

@@dbthebeast2406 ay bro you the next Tacko fall

[@MsFroskii]

Idk how to measure my vert but im 14 And 6’0 but i can touch rim

[@meloslimefr]

Thanks dakota im a point just trying to get better everyday watching your videos are starting to help me get better and be a true pg

[@ChulumancoShange]

Yow Dakota just letting you know you also got fans in South Africa 🇿🇦, what your doing is amazing work.... I've learned so much from your workouts to your basketball journey. I started playing Basketball this year February I'm a 6'2 small forward it's been tough but I get motivated by your videos and I'm disciplined 💪🏾🏀

[@Ohboy8172]

Hey Dakota I’m a 13 year old 7th grader so not that old yet but I just picked up a basketball for the first time early last year and I found u in about September and u have helped me improve so much thanks bro

[@5Star_Basketball]

Dakota is the my biggest basketball inspiration

[@Kungi112]

i started hoopin at 12, I immediately started training hard, i just turned 15 a week ago, I'm about 5'9, i think I will be around 6'2 or 6'3 because my dad is 6'2 and all the guys in my family hit late growth spurts. I have improved so much and become a much better scorer, i'm hoping to go d1 one day.

[@kodape1]

Brother just wait till u hit 16 or 17 trust me just wait u will grow just patience

[@Kungi112]

@@kodape1 thank you bro i hope so

[@nicolasgains]

Do not let height be a determinant factor for you to pursue a basketball career. You will definitely grow taller, but with the height you already have, you only need to become more skilled than the rest of the competition. Good luck

[@Kungi112]

@@nicolasgains thank you, and of course, I have been working really hard, getting up to train before school, after school, now i have summer holidays and i've been working out everyday tryna make it happen

[@nicolasgains]

@@Kungi112 That's great news to hear, If you are that commited then it's just a matter of time. Also, remember that sleep is important as it will allow you to learn skills, drills& coordinate easier. Try to be consistent with the time you go to sleep and the time you wake up(get 9 hrs of actual sleep and not just going to bed assuming you Will instantly sleep). Happy holidays

[@stephen_s3029]

Dakota, new videos comeback. I'm from Russia, I'm 17 years old, and when I found your channel, I got that you who I was wanting whole my life. Your Journey is awesome, and you are real live example. I wanna see more your videos about your lifestyle, games, tournaments, eating, trainings and all that jazz. But, I understand that you have tough day routine, but your videos is really helps to everyone, I'm sure 💯💯. Thanks a lot. Wish you have a big wins! 👌🏻✈️🏆

[@bloodfireow7380]

The GOAT is back!

[@Winnersclubpodcast1]

Great journey! Love that you shared your story👏🏾

[@digga1]

You got NBA potential fr, I've been watching your videos g. you got that 💯

[@rafaeltemo10]

Thank you so much Dakota for all the motivation. You inspire me to work harder every single day. May God bless ur soul.

[@Giorgijabakhidze7]

love your content bro u give me motivation

[@ahyannaheed6650]

Dakota I’m 12 I just started basket ball and I’m trash ive been following u and trying to get better thank u for inspiring me

[@916Roddy]

BROOOO I thought you had at least a milli subs, great content. It’s keeping me dedicated

[@LiamArriola-l5v]

love your story bro i watch your vids every single day many times and i appreciate it so much, it motivates and inspire me. nice work❤

[@judahmcburney2415]

Im 15 and im a 6'2 sg and you've inspired me sm thanks bro much love

[@srymarsh3146]

good stuff bro keep working. I wanna see you in the nba one day you'll dominate. thanks for the inspiration

[@mjbabafemi6107]

I'm a freshman in college that goes to Syracuse university and always dreamed of playing college basketball. i am going to try out my sophomore year and I can say you have really help me to not give up and thank you for that

[@miguelpaz1]

Long story short confidence is key im rooting for you man

[@icespiceoverratted]

tysm bro you inspire me so much and help me feel motivated on bad days. keep it up man

[@plasmaplaysgames5999]

Thank you so much, your story is inspiring and I feel better about myself as a basketball player now.

[@407bryyjaun]

Good shii bro love your content and motivation 🖤🔥💯

[@dakotarivers]

Thanks man!

[@juanarteaga2930]

Yo bro really nice, watching you from Norway💪🏼👍🏼 Keep grinding and God bless!

[@brendanmurphy3571]

Great videos bro, keep grinding. I really hope you make the league

[@Elitenighted21]

This video changed my whole perspective on life

[@anshfancy3281]

You don’t know how much love I got for you gang be easy

[@towfu4393]

I’m a 12th grader and had my acl torn months ago, I only have 3 months to condition myself for college and hopefully I get to be picked for the varsity team. Your videos really are an inspiration for me to grind my way to become a great player 🙌🏼

[@drsins7970]

I followed ur home workout routine and I got so much better since then.I’m 6”1 and being 14 and Irish that gives me an advantage but with the workout I got stronger so I got better in the paint and I can shoot from deeper now

[@maxwellj7536]

Thanks bro I have been studying basketball and being a greater player and am still young at 15 but am getting closer to my dreams and watching your videos helps inspire me and get myself that much better thanks for really cool videos love your effort in editing I did video edits and I can tell you work really hard on your videos and being a greater person everyday keep grinding 🏀🍳🔥

[@micro1208]

Crazy I just started hooping last year but i new that i loved it within the first month have been averaging 10/6/1 your video's helped me improved so much keep dropping bangers! hope you break that record :)

[@Deylanchge]

Im 14 years old started hoopin at 11 im 5,6 u have inspired me a lot and have me alot of motivation to makenit d1

[@maisonporter0]

Hey Dakota, so I’m a 12 yr old and I just started getting serious abt basketball, and I got cut this year for 7th grade, so that motivated me now to get better, and I got way better. I got way more athletic since tryouts, and since the beginning of the year, and Im trying to surround myself with basketball in every aspect of my life. Now Im beating people that made the team at this gym I go to for basketball and workouts,Ik that doesn’t mean anything but Im building myself up from that, I’m going to the gym everyday now for a couple weeks ever since I started getting serious to work on my athleticism, and basketball. Im trying out for my first auu team in around 10 days, and people who did that team saying that I have a great chance of making it, but that doesn’t mean anything either, and I just stumbled across your channel, and Im gonna start trying to use some things that you do. Im hoping to have a career in basketball, and trying to make myself go d1, Ik it sounds like it’s out of a comic book and everything, but you got any advice for me to help on my journey? (Also Ik you prob don’t care bout this but I’ll tell u if I did make the team.)

[@balling-cw7ek]

I'm young at only 10 years old, but your advice helps me a lot at basketball and my vert.

[@nikzaim9832]

Ive never played basketball, but i enjoy all your videos 🥰

[@skullcrusher4598]

Hey Dakota maybe cool to see some more videos which show more about your life like your other hobbies/day in the life

[@cheesy8056]

Dudes a inspiration fr

[@MohammedRUddin]

Hey Dakota bro you are crazy inspiring I’m a 14 year old 5’5 8th grade team captain PG who is trying to play D1 as well. Love your vids

[@mvplol17]

same but i'm a 5'11 9th grader

[@divanmines]

5'5 14 good luck bro xd

[@xum0007]

@@divanmines he can grow to 6 feet and that’s a suitable size for a guard… you need a lot of genuine skill tho to get by under 6’3

[@jaithakur3913]

@@xum0007 d1’s second leading scorer is only 5”11 so with hard work it’s more than possible

[@divanmines]

@@xum0007 of course, with hard work you can acheive anything in basketball

[@nicolaseskr6150]

Your an inspiration. Love your videos

[@mufasa4294]

Can't wait to see bro in an NBA jersey

[@fall9412]

I know I’m really late, but currently 14 going into 9th grade next year. But we have similar things going for us. I’m currently 6’2-6’3 and I went from C-team 3rd string to B-team 2nd string. Averaging 0 in everything to 4 pts, 10 rebounds, 15 assist, and 3 blocks. now I’m doing vertical training, while playing AAU and practicing everyday

[@WhoIsDavis]

Dakota you inspire me a lot and I dream of being a d1 and i train every week to get there and 8th grade going into high school next years hopefully i do good

[@brianimoa9623]

You've encouraged me alot bro

[@ShadeDavison-qh1dt]

“That’s not a dunk.” Got me dying! But fr you’re awesome man!

[@dakotarivers]

Thank you hahah!

[@Irhfrjeje.ejdjdjrrj]

Im an 84 year old man trying to make the nba but im only 5'2 this video really inspired me🙏🙏

[@isolation9626]

I lived in UK and I'm now 14 and I start hoppin at the age of 13 and I'm like 6 ft now and this video motivate me Thx man

[@estevanabreu876]

You have a fan from Brazil, bro

[@jayjaytagulao2415]

More of this Dakota Please.

[@iaintmissin]

Super humble, much respect

[@brianimoa9623]

Keep up the work man

[@icespiceoverratted]

I'm calling it RN your making the NBA

[@YungDariius]

I'm 15 years old and im 5'7 i might get to 5'9 or 5'10 beacuse of my dad. My hopes on getting in D1 went down after i realized i wasn't going to be tall enough. Even like that you're a big inspiration for me to do what i can even when everybody is taller than me

[@lcilpop7800]

Im 18 and 4 foot 4 inches, you are such a inspiration. I hope i make it to the nba

[@benjaminkoop2677]

Dakota, could you do a ball handling workout video? ps love your content 💙

[@chris_ogaldez8307]

Can you please do how to become a better defender in basketball

[@egeemreak3878]

yoo my boy just dropped

[@fifavc19]

Nahh dropping 30 and grabbing 20 boards a game at 5 is crazy 🔥

[@goofycalculator2850]

Welcome back

[@Pig343-p5m]

Dakota will you please make a video on finishing around the rim

[@ThatGuyLevi3]

Im 14 in 8th grade and i had 30 points this season in middle school, i averaged a 16 point double double with ur help thanks so much also my one problem is i play at a really small school how can i get eyes from colleges as a person who goes to a small school

[@Ibralifts]

Yoooooo! Love from England I am 15 trying to get to d1 Ur the most incredible KZbinr there is 🐐🐐🐐👍🏿

[@ohbell4147]

love the videos man! what is your college major if you don't mind me asking ? much love :)

[@bryanhernandez8524]

nice video man i'm full motivation

[@Giddey16]

thankyou so much im a 2ft 3' 85 year old male who has dreams of making the wnba these will help thankyou so much

[@BreezyofficialYNE]

Ngl i was taller than everyone in my early years and now, and im 13 at 6'3" and started playing basketball at 8 so i need this w vid Dakota

[@hitmonlee6062]

Let's go man. Let's go.

[@JaymevSinghThakur]

Im 87 year old granny i used to hoop 50 yeats ago but ny death bed is calling me i really hope everyone prays for me, i just want one more hoop in my life before dying. I played in the women NBA please support me.❤

[@mehran2shifty]

Music used in video? Please bro

[@Garnacho17Edits]

Dakota, I’m a 14 year old and I started practicing at 12. I want to play D1 for a college like Mizzou, Clemson, OKS, schools like that. You have given me so much confidence to keep going. I’m a 5’6-5’7 8th grader and I play PG. If you don’t mind me asking, why did you pick FGCU over schools like. Clemson, Georgia, and Kansas State

[@dp-116]

Re-watch the video. He clearly explains why he chose FGCU

[@bsbacz1887]

Dakota I jus need a strecht/mobility routine 😫

[@danielroxsander2668]

hey dakota, speak the name of the song you put in your intro and theme in the videos please!!!

[@mmbmntlty0036]

Bro, i follow you from Argentina, i love You🔥🏀♥️

[@cmart3107]

dakota you made bleacher report with your dunk!!!!!

[@annasm2]

Hi Dakota, I was wondering if you could post a video about the stretches you do before dunks or basketball I tore my muscle because I was jumping to touch the rime( dunk ) and I don’t want it to happen again so if you could please make a video or reply with some it would be great

[@Ryjos]

Hey, I’m not sure if you went over it already but you talked about learning stretches during rehab that helped you release your tighter muscles and increase your performance. Would you be able to make video and pre game and post game stretching?

[@doanldle1017]

Great job bro

[@Griff_08]

Dakota did you use any recruiting websites during your high school career

[@ezekielmatta]

Big w broooooo

[@ShadrachLive]

When bro finna commit to the draft, the lakers need you😅😅

[@yu-fuchen2261]

Yo bro ,I have been watching you for like 5 months, you are the good player and inspiring person. If you interested in playing overseas on college level in Taiwan please let me know. Play two years college then you can turn pro in here, Lmk if you want to start ur Asia journey 👍🏻

[@flizz2791]

Hey im 5’11 at 15 with a 6’2 wingspan I went to my school team try outs Sadly i couldn’t get to the team, I working my ass off so i can get to my school team in my junior year I Live in puerto rico and always Go Train like 2 times a day, I love this sport and in gonna give my all to achieve d1 level 🤞🏼🙏

[@solar767]

Hopefully imma be here for the "How i became A NBA Basketball Player" video