Dean Rose, a long time assistant coach and observer of boys basketball in Frederick County, is this week’s guest on The Final Score podcast.

Rose chats with host Greg Swatek about his deep-rooted passion for basketball in this area. He shares a number of good anecdotes, including taking his wife to a high school game on what was their second date.

He also talks about his long tenure as an assistant coach, first at Urbana and then at Oakdale under coach Terry Connolly, and coaching talented players such as Zach Thomas and Collin Schlee.

Then, Rose and Greg break down the boys basketball scene in Frederick County this season. Who are the top teams? Are any capable of challenging for a state title?

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