Welcome to DannyZ Hoops 🏀

What’s up everyone, and welcome to DannyZ Hoops—a space I’ve been wanting to create for a long time. This is more than just a blog; it’s a place where basketball, opportunity, and real stories connect.

DannyZ Hoops is here! 🙌 Excited to share my journey, scouting insights, and basketball stories with all of you. Let’s build! #DannyZHoops

Who I Am

I’m Danylo “Danny” Zuikov, a former pro basketball player from Ukraine who later played at La Lumiere in Indiana and Missouri S&T in college.

After years of competing, traveling, and learning the game at different levels, I’ve transitioned into scouting and player representation. My mission is simple: help athletes find the right opportunities, whether that’s in high school, college, overseas, or in pro leagues.

Why DannyZ Hoops?

For me, basketball has always been more than a game—it’s been a journey that shaped who I am and gave me lifelong relationships.

Now, through DannyZ Hoops, I want to use that experience to:

• Support players on their own paths.

• Share honest scouting insights.

• Connect athletes with opportunities worldwide.

What You’ll Find Here

This blog will cover a mix of topics, all centered around the game:

• ✅ Scouting Reports – Player breakdowns from high school to international leagues.

• ✅ League Insights – Overviews of opportunities in Europe, Asia, and beyond.

• ✅ Behind the Scenes – Stories from my time as a player and now as an agent/advisor.

• ✅ Tips for Athletes – From highlight reels to approaching coaches to mental prep.

Building Connections

The basketball world is built on relationships. As I grow in this space, I’ll be connecting with coaches, scouts, and clubs across the U.S. and overseas.

Through DannyZ Hoops, I’ll bring you into that journey—sharing updates on players I’m working with, lessons I’m learning, and moments that stand out along the way.

The Bigger Vision

At the end of the day, this isn’t just about me—it’s about creating a community where players, coaches, and fans can learn, dream bigger, and find their path.

My vision is for DannyZ Hoops to be a hub of inspiration and opportunity, a place where basketball stories and scouting insights come together to push the game forward.

Final Word

Thanks for being here at the very beginning 🙏. I’m excited to share this journey with you, and I can’t wait to see where it leads.

Stay locked in, keep grinding, and remember—basketball can take you places you never imagined.

✨ Stay Connected ✨

Follow me on Instagram @DannyZHoops for daily updates, scouting notes, and behind-the-scenes basketball content.

—Danny Z