FEEDBACK FROM COLLEGE COACHES

LUKE SIMONS
Assistant Coach
Ohio State Buckeyes

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PHIL MARTELLI
Former Assistant Coach
Michigan Wolverines

"The basketball 'business' is better due to the Ohio Buckets.  Willingness to hold meaningful conversations and put forth honest evaluations benefits all parties engaged in the recruiting business.  Thank you, Jake!"

BRIAN WALSH
Assistant Coach
Indiana Hoosiers

"Coach Meisler is a highly respected grassroots director with deep relationships to all levels of college basketball.  He is extremely organized, communicates effectively and year in and year out puts his players on the national stage to be seen by college coaches and earn scholarships.  His Ohio Buckets program has produced high-level prospects on every level." 

CHRIS HOLTMANN
Head Coach
Depaul Blue Demons

"Ohio Buckets is an outstanding program and organization. Myself and our staff always found them to be great to work with. It's clear they are there to help kids improve and grow as well as create great opportunities for them. Jake has always been a tremendous advocate for the kids in his program. Wishing them continued success."

ROB SUMMERS
Assistant Coach
Missouri Tigers

"Jake is known for his organization and his proficiency.  His meticulous planning and clear communication set a high standard for both players and staff, making his entire operation run seamlessly."

RYAN PEDON
Head Coach
Illinois State Redbirds

"In a short couple years, the Ohio Buckets have really emerged to become a highly respected program on the national scene.  We have been very impressed with Jake Meisler and the Buckets organization as a whole.  When I think of the Ohio Buckets, I think of a very identifiable DNA that presents itself in both their players and their teams.  They do a great job of coaching the talent they have while inspiring their players to play the right way."

CHESTER FRAZIER
Associate Head Coach
West Virginia Mountaineers

"The Ohio Buckets do a great job of pushing their guys and promoting them through real relationships built."

MAX BENT
Assistant Coach
Utah State Aggies

"There is NOBODY at the grassroots level that cares more about their people than Jake.  He and the entire Ohio Buckets program are constantly investing in their players on and off the court.  They've done an incredible job building the program into a national prominence."

ROB SENDEROFF
Head Coach
Kent State Golden Flashes

"Ohio Buckets does a great job of getting players exposure while helping guys learn to play "the right way." Jake is great at communicating with college coaches and I have a tremendous amount of respect for the work he does for grassroots basketball."

ANDRE MORGAN
Assistant Coach
Cincinnati Bearcats

"Coach Meisler and the Ohio Buckets have been helpful and supportive of the UC Men's Basketball Program from the moment we arrived in Cincinnati.  They go above and beyond for their student-athletes to help them find the right collegiate fit.  Their focus on growth and development is top notch and aligns with our values at the University of Cincinnati."

JEREMY GROWE
Assistant Coach
College of Charleston

"The Ohio Buckets is always a must-watch for college coaches during evaluation periods.  They consistently produce talent at all levels and play a style that is translatable to the college game.  Jake does a great job communicating with college coaches, giving us all information about the players in his program."

MIKE ROBERTS
Assistant Coach
UTEP Miners

"I've enjoyed working with Jake and the Buckets during my time coaching at three different schools.  It is a first-class organization and Jake has always gone above and beyond for the kids and families in the Ohio Buckets program."

TRAVIS STEELE
Head Coach
Miami (OH) Redhawks

"I love recruiting kids from the Ohio Buckets program.  As a college coach you know you are getting a young man with character, and someone who has been coached the right way.  The Ohio Buckets players tend to translate over very well to the college game."

TYLER KELLY
Assistant Coach
Niagara Purple Eagles

"Jake and the Ohio Buckets is extremely organized and professional.  He does a great job of promoting his players, and they are always extremely well coached.  Jake and the Buckets continue to develop top notch student-athletes."

CLINT SARGENT
Head Coach
Wright State Raiders

"The Ohio Buckets program is first-class.  They have the reputation amongst college coaches of having not only good players, but more importantly, high-character kids with great support systems around them."

JOSH SCHERTZ
Head Coach
St. Louis Billikens

"I have so much respect for Jake and the Ohio Buckets program.  They play for each other and compete in a first-class manner."

SEAN MOCK
Assistant Coach
Tulane Green Wave

"Jake is one of the best in the business.  He runs Ohio Buckets with class, is incredibly organize and has connections throughout the country.  But what makes Jake and the Buckets so special is the genuine relationships he builds.  He truly loves and cares about every kid he coaches."

DAVID MCKINLEY
Assistant Coach
South Carolina Gamecocks

SETH TUTTLE
Assistant Coach
Northern Iowa Panthers

"It's been a privilage getting introduced to Jake and his Buckets family.  Right off the bat you recognize what make's his program special are the people and kids he has representing it.  They truly care about doing it the right way."

JEFF BOALS
Head Coach
Ohio Bobcats

"Jake has built the Ohio Buckets AAU program into an organization at all age groups that can compete with anyone.  He cares about his players and selects young men who fit his vision of selflessness and character.  He is relationship-driven and it shows well past AAU."

TOD KOWALCZYK
Head Coach
Toledo Rockets

"The Ohio Buckets are exactly what you want in a grassroots program.  They truly are a family and take care of everyone in their program.  Jake has done things the right way and positions his players for college opportunities at all levels."

TODD SIMON
Head Coach
Bowling Green Falcons

"We have been extremely impressed by the performance, developmental focus and professionalism of the Ohio Buckets program. Coach Meisler is among the absolute best communicators and promoters of his players. We've been fortunate enough to have a Buckets alum and he's proven to be prepared for this level. We look forward to continuing to make the Ohio Buckets a priority in our recruiting."

DARREN HERTZ 
Former Assistant Coach
Dayton Flyers

"Ohio Buckets continues to run a first-class AAU program.  Their organization has done a great job of developing players and helping them reach their goals and dreams.  Like any organization, it starts at the top and Jake has been an outstanding leader for the Buckets."

CASEY ALEXANDER
Head Coach
Belmont Bruins

"Coaching to me is about finding the right people, developing them, and helping them find success.  That's the model I see when I follow Jake and the Ohio Buckets program."

DUSTIN FORD
Assistant Coach
Akron Zips

"Jake is one of the most organized coaches we have dealt with in recruiting.  The information he gets to us before the recruiting period is always beneficial.  Our staff enjoys watching the Buckets play because they always play a fun brand of basketball.  They share the ball and play together on both ends which makes for a more accurate evaluation."

DREW DENISCO
Assistant Coach
Eastern Michigan Eagles

"Since Day 1 of recruiting kids from the Ohio Buckets, you can tell that Jake and his program take care of his players.  Strong development, great exposure, proper advice and getting kids to play together with a common goal are all things that remain priorities to the Ohio Buckets.  We look forward to seeing them play every year...first class program."

JIMMY LANGHURST
Assistant Coach
Merrimack Warriors

"Jake and his team run an exceptionally organized and responsive program.  They excel in building rapport and engaging with college coaches.  Jake and his staff are honest evaluators of their athletes and are willing to vouch for the players they believe in."

MICHAEL MUSSELMAN
Assistant Coach
USC Trojans

"The Ohio Buckets program is a first-class organization.  They compete at the highest level and maximize exposure for their players in a way that few other programs do.  From coaches to support staff, they do a great job of pushing their kids to be successful on and off the floor."

JOHN ELLENWOOD
Head Coach
Ashland Eagles

"The Ohio Buckets have become a must-recruit program for us.  They not only have the talent we are looking for, but they also have the quality student-athletes that help our team's culture."

CASEY KAUFMAN
Head Coach
Ohio Dominican Panthers

"Over the past five years Ohio Buckets have legitimized itself as one of the premier AAU organizations in the region.  Jake has done an excellent job running a program that values relationships with high-character players and an organized brand of basketball."

KEVEN BRADLEY
Head Coach
Hillsdale Chargers

"We really enjoy recruiting student-athletes from the Ohio Buckets.  Jake does an outstanding job selecting very talented players to become a part of his program that are also high-character individuals from great families.  We appreciate his effort in running and organizing a first-class program and providing his athletes with a great experience."

CHARLIE ERNST
Head Coach
Findlay Oilers

"I remember 10 years ago when I first met Jake Meisler and heard about the Ohio Buckets program.  No AAU program in Ohio has grown as quickly from both a quality and reputation standpoint as his.  Ohio Buckets players are high-quality on and off the floor, so they will always be priority recruits for us in Findlay."

JARED RONAI
Head Coach
Mount Vernon Naz Cougars

"The Buckets are a first-class spring and summer program.  Jake does a tremendous job creating an environment where kids can grow while pursuing quality exposure and developing players.  As a college coach, I appreciate his persistence and honesty during the recruiting process.  The Buckets do it the right way."

KENTON AUBREY
Assistant Coach
Indiana Tech Warriors

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