WELCOME TO EVERYTHING BASKETBALL
An insightful and entertaining look into how the game continues to impact lives, industry and culture. (driven by Untouchable Creative)
(Photo credit: Brian Babineau - Boston Celtics)
Welcome to EVERYTHING BASKETBALL. As I’ve been able to continue to have incredible life and professional experiences with the game as the vehicle I decided it was time to share more than just an IG story or a photo. It’s also the start of the NBA playoffs, my favorite time of the year from the competition of the postseason battles, convos and debates that ensue and of course hoping this is the year the Celtics can hang Banner 18.
Reflecting on this surreal road I’ve traveled, I’m overwhelmed with gratitude when I think about the bonds, memories, lessons, magical moments, opportunities and privilege the game of basketball has given me. For me it’s all about karma and knowing if you put enough into something you’ll get that much more out of it, whether that be satisfaction, growth or a lesson learned. Thanks to some great teachers and role models this belief, thanks to basketball, has continued to provide me with some magical and memorable experiences that I never could have dreamt of.
As I continue to build EVERYTHING BASKETBALL I will undoubtedly be sharing stories about many of those people and experiences. Admittedly, I found myself in a creative rut as we closed 2023 and I’ve been very intentional about both enjoying the process and appreciating every win no matter the size in 2024. I found myself getting way to caught up with the stresses and the challenges that come with the day to day, despite loving what I get to do for a living. The challenge I presented to myself to meet in 2024 is to focus on the wins, the incredible road traveled and the dream I continue to live as a former basketball coach turned producer, director and creator.
Over the course of the past twelve plus years I have continued to push myself building a career in the sports & entertainment industry, following a career in coaching & education. As I continue to push the limits of my capabilities and craft, I hope to utilize this platform to share, inspire, learn and ultimately connect with other likeminded creatives and basketball die hards.
From making films with some of the greatest to ever lace them up, being part of a team who built an industry shifting content platform, working with incredible talents, learning from selfless mentors, years of learning & teaching lessons through the game and of course witnessing some unforgettable basketball live, I’ve been truly blessed… now it’s time to celebrate and share it.
ABOUT: Eric W. Newman is a producer, director & content creator, who has combined his passions for filmmaking and sports into a continuously evolving career as a storyteller across film, podcast and documentary. He is a Co-Founder and Principal at UNTOUCHABLE CREATIVE. From 2019-2023 he served as Executive Producer of Showtime Basketball, an extension of Showtime network. His work includes co-director/producer of the feature documentary, “Kevin Garnett: Anything is Possible”, EP of the digital show “KG Certified” and EP/Director of “HEADLINERS with Rachel Nichols”, all part of the larger Showtime Basketball family of content. In addition Newman served as director & producer through the first two seasons of “ALL THE SMOKE”, the ground breaking show which was awarded the 2020 sports podcast of the year by iHeartMedia. He also oversaw all production for the Iverson Classic partnership which includes a series of mini-documentaries and specialty pieces across both Showtime and CBS Sports network. Most recently Newman co-directed & executive produced “BONDED BY BALL: Inside the OBL”, a 4-part series about the inaugural season of Tracy McGrady’s Ones Basketball League in collaboration with Heart & Hustle Productions and Showtime. In 2019 Newman executive produced “THE RESURGENCE: Demarcus Cousins”, for Showtime, along with leading field production for ESPN+ Sneaker Center.