The Brandon Dwyer Blue Coats tryout takes center stage in the latest Blue Coats Moment on Good Morning Delaware. Coach Joe Richmond caught up with the Newark native and viral basketball creator at Chase Fieldhouse to talk about stepping on the court with the Delaware Blue Coats, the NBA G League affiliate of the Philadelphia 76ers. Watch the full interview below.
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Who Is Brandon Dwyer?
If you follow basketball on social media, you have probably already seen Brandon Dwyer. The 6-foot-3 guard has built a following of more than a million fans across TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer, mostly by giving fans an honest, behind-the-scenes look at life as a college hooper.
Before the views, there were the wins. Dwyer is a Sanford School lifer who started there in kindergarten and made varsity as an eighth grader. He helped the Warriors win two DIAA state championships, in 2019 and 2021, under coach Stan Waterman. From there he played at La Salle University and then Florida Gulf Coast University, where he finished his college career as a graduate student in 2025-26.
Brandon Dwyer by the Numbers
2
DIAA State Titles
1M+
Social Followers
2
D-I Programs
6’3″
Guard From Newark
5 Inspiring Takeaways From the Interview
1. A Delaware Kid on a Pro Court
For a player who grew up in Newark, a tryout with the hometown G League team is a full-circle moment. In the interview, Dwyer tells Coach Joe what it meant to compete at Chase Fieldhouse, just a short drive from the gyms where his basketball journey started.
2. He Held His Own on the Main Court
This was not just a moment for the cameras. Dwyer and Coach Joe talk about how he held his own on the main court during the tryout, a reminder that the skills that won him two state titles are still very real.
3. Delaware Roots Run Deep
Dwyer has never been shy about where he comes from. From Sanford School to the Blue Coats floor, his story is a First State story, and he makes it clear in the segment how much Delaware shaped him as a player and a person.
4. Content Creator and Real Hooper
Dwyer and Coach Joe also dig into his basketball content and how sharing his journey online has connected him with fans around the world. His story shows that creators can be competitors too, and that putting yourself out there takes its own kind of courage.
5. Coach Joe Brings the Energy
As always, Coach Joe Richmond brings the hype. The Blue Coats ambassador of basketball has been a fan favorite in Delaware for years. If you missed his last visit, catch up on Coach Joe Richmond’s Blue Coats Moment and 5 amazing season facts.
Why the Brandon Dwyer Blue Coats Story Matters
Delaware is a small state with a big basketball heart. When a local kid gets a real shot with a professional organization, it gives young players across the First State something to aim for. The Brandon Dwyer Blue Coats tryout is proof that the path from a Delaware high school gym to a pro court is not just a dream.
It also shows how the game is changing. Dwyer built his platform by being open about every step, the ups and the downs, and his audience has followed him from Sanford to college and now to Chase Fieldhouse. For kids who watch his videos, seeing him compete in front of pro evaluators sends a simple message: keep working, keep showing up and bet on yourself.
How Do Delaware Blue Coats Tryouts Work?
Every year, the Blue Coats open their doors to local talent. Ahead of the 2026-27 season, the team scheduled open tryouts in South Jersey on Sept. 12 and in Delaware on Oct. 4, with team and 76ers coaches and staff on site as talent evaluators, according to the Delaware Blue Coats. Players register online and pay a non-refundable entry fee, which was $199 this year, The Big Lead reported. It is one of the few paths into pro basketball that is open to anyone with game.
Blue Coats Open Tryouts 101
- Who: Players chasing a spot on the roster
- Where: South Jersey (Sept. 12) and Delaware (Oct. 4) for the 2026-27 season
- Evaluators: Blue Coats and 76ers coaches and staff
- Cost: $199 non-refundable entry fee
Catch a Game at Chase Fieldhouse
The team tipped off its 2026-27 season with back-to-back home games against the Capital City Go-Go on Nov. 6 and 7, and they open the regular season at home against the Wisconsin Herd on Dec. 27 and 29, per the team schedule. Grab your seats on the official team website, and see what is new at the arena in our Fan Fest recap.
Blue Coats Home Dates to Know
Nov. 6 & 7
Tip-Off vs. Capital City Go-Go
Dec. 27 & 29
Regular-season opener vs. Wisconsin Herd
Chase Fieldhouse
401 Garasches Lane, Wilmington
What Did You Think of the Tryout?
Coach Joe wants to hear from you. What did you think of the Brandon Dwyer Blue Coats tryout? Leave a comment below or on the YouTube video and tell us how you think he did.
Brandon Dwyer Blue Coats FAQ
Who is Brandon Dwyer?
Brandon Dwyer is a 6-foot-3 guard from Newark, Delaware. He won two DIAA state titles at Sanford School, played college basketball at La Salle and Florida Gulf Coast, and is known for basketball content followed by more than a million fans.
Where do the Delaware Blue Coats play?
The Blue Coats play home games at Chase Fieldhouse, 401 Garasches Lane in Wilmington, Delaware.
Who is Coach Joe on Good Morning Delaware?
Coach Joe Richmond is the Delaware Blue Coats ambassador of basketball. He hosts the recurring Blue Coats Moment segment on DETV’s Good Morning Delaware.
Where can I watch the full interview?
You can watch the full segment at the top of this page or on the DETV YouTube channel.
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