Interviews 

In this powerful segment from Beyond Ballin featuring Quinn Cook, he reflects on the influences that shaped his basketball journey. Cook shares how NBA greats like Kobe Bryant and LeBron James inspired him, but it was his personal relationships—especially with Nolan Smith and Chris Wright—that fueled his drive. He details the unique brotherhood formed at DeMatha Catholic High School, where he played alongside future NBA stars like Victor Oladipo and Jerian Grant. Cook also opens up about the impact of his father’s passing, the unwavering support of his community, and the invaluable lessons from legendary coach Mike Jones. This heartfelt conversation highlights resilience, mentorship, and the mindset required to reach the highest level of the game.

In this powerful episode of Beyond Ballin', host Lawrencia "Lala" Moten sits down with Justin Milstead—founder of The Lost Ones Classic, former collegiate basketball player, and DMV native—to discuss his journey from the court to community activism. Justin shares the deeply personal inspiration behind The Lost Ones Classic, a basketball event created to honor friends lost to gun violence while bringing athletes together to compete in their memory. From navigating the transition from sports to entrepreneurship to making a real impact in the community, this conversation is filled with motivation, authenticity, and game-changing wisdom. 🔹 The importance of honoring lost loved ones 🔹 Creating a basketball classic that builds community 🔹 Overcoming challenges as a young entrepreneur 🔹 The mental transition from athlete to business leader 🔹 Future plans for expanding The Lost Ones Classic Join us for this inspiring conversation and hear how Justin is using his platform to turn loss into legacy. Follow Beyond Ballin' & Lala Moten Instagram: www.instagram.com/lala.moten/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LawrenciaMoten Twitter/X: https://x.com/ayee__lala?lang=en #BeyondBallin #JustinMilstead #TheLostOnesClassic #Basketball #CommunityImpact #DMVHoops

In this special episode of Beyond Ballin', host Lawrencia Moten sits down with her father, the legendary Lawrence Moten, Syracuse’s all-time leading scorer and former NBA player. From his days as a DMV high school standout to playing in the NBA and beyond, Lawrence shares his journey, his mindset, and the sacrifices he made to become a basketball icon. They dive into: 🏀 His record-breaking career at Syracuse 🏈 Why he could have been an NFL star💭 The power of visualization and mental toughness📢 The evolution of basketball and his take on today’s NBA🎓 Life beyond basketball and his work in youth development It’s an inspiring, in-depth conversation about sports, legacy, and life after the game. Don’t miss this father-daughter conversation filled with wisdom, passion, and unforgettable stories! Follow Lawrencia Moten & Beyond Ballin’: Instagram: www.instagram.com/lala.moten/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LawrenciaMoten Twitter/X: https://x.com/ayee__lala?lang=en #BeyondBallin #LawrenceMoten #BasketballLegend #NBA #Syracuse #DMVBasketball

In this episode of Beyond Ballin, host Lawrencia Moten sits down with two-time NBA champion, NCAA champion, philanthropist, and entrepreneur Quinn Cook! 🎙️🏆 From growing up in the DMV’s legendary basketball culture to winning championships alongside Steph Curry and LeBron James, Quinn shares his journey of hard work, sacrifice, and determination. 🔥 Topics Covered: The "Mamba Mentality" he developed from Kobe Bryant Growing up in PG County’s basketball hotbed Overcoming challenges in the NBA and G-League The importance of mentorship and leadership What it truly takes to be a champion Tune in as Quinn drops game-changing wisdom, reflects on his path to success, and reveals what’s next for him. Don't miss out on this exclusive conversation with one of basketball’s most respected figures! 🏀💯 Watch Now & Subscribe! Follow Lawrencia Moten & Beyond Ballin’: Instagram: www.instagram.com/lala.moten/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LawrenciaMoten Twitter/X: https://x.com/ayee__lala?lang=en

📺 Watch Lawrencia Moten, the dynamic play-by-play announcer, in action during the CIAA Tournament! As the lead announcer for the women's tournament championship, Lawrencia made history as the youngest person to ever play-by-play commentate the games. Her passion for the game and engaging commentary style have made her a standout in the world of sports broadcasting. 🎥 This reel features highlights from games commentated by Lawrencia during the CIAA Tournament, including exciting matchups broadcasted on ESPN+ and ESPNU. From thrilling buzzer-beaters to expert analysis, Lawrencia brings the action to life with her expert commentary. 🌟 Lawrencia Moten is now open for new projects! With a proven track record of delivering top-notch play-by-play commentary, she is ready to take on new challenges and bring her unique perspective to your sports broadcasts. 🔗 Connect : 📧 Email: Lawrenciamoten@gmail.com 📱 Twitter: @lala.moten 📷Instagram: @lala.moten 📷Threads: @lala.moten 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencia-moten-/

Lawrencia Moten is a former D1 women's basketball player turned Sports News Reporter and Anchor. This reel shows her time working for a local news station where she served as a reporter, host and analyst for the team's TV partners and website, in and around the Delmarva Peninsula. This demo reel features Lawrencia's work from mid 2021 to 2022. Connect with me: Email: Lawrenciamoten@gmail.com Twitter: @Lawrenciamoten Instagram: @Lala.moten Facebook: Lawrencia Moten

LaLa (@ayee__lala) interviews College Grad, WBB Alum, Entrepreneur, Influencer, and Beautiful Baller Kayce K. (@infamouskayce)!!

LaLa (@ayee__lala) interviews WNBA Champion Alysha Clark (@alyshaclark)

LaLa (@ayee__lala) interviews Beautiful Hooper Kysre Gondrezick (@kysrerae)