​Evan Brock, basketball was not only a way to earn money, but also the means that molded him into a disciplined and hardworking person. He graduated from the University of Alabama and went on to develop a successful career in professional basketball. Evan Brock played for the NBA team Atlanta Hawks and, for many years, played basketball around the world, including the Dominican Republic, Argentina, South Korea, Thailand, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Indonesia, and many other countries.All the experience he gained from playing abroad allowed him to see different playing styles, coaches’ strategies, and cultures. This experience allows him to become familiar with how to develop athletes.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementHaving moved to different places, Evan learned that success is not guaranteed by talent alone.This knowledge is helpful now that Evan is retired from playing, as he assists athletes with both the business and personal aspects of playing professionally.In 2026, the six-foot-nine former small forward launches his sports management company, The Brock Group, which provides professional assistance to college and professional athletes to help them reach their full potential both on the field and personally.Evan Brock does not use a standard model and works individually with each client to develop personal goals and create a plan to achieve them.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementWhether preparing players for the future, developing a personal brand, or creating opportunities beyond the sport, Evan focuses on taking steps towards a sustainable future.“Evan has played an essential role in my career development, personal growth, and business success,” said Chad Baker Mazara, a client and professional athlete. “The Brock Group is definitely one of the best sports management businesses out there that actually care about the athletes.”Some of the services offered by The Brock Group include training, skill development, brand partnerships, business formation and investment, and contract management. According to Brock, these services were inspired by his playing experience and the absence of such things as a player.“I pride myself on genuinely providing a new standard of services for the athletes and what they need. They are more than a talent-filled contract for institutions and organizations. Once you unlock their mental strengths and hone in on that, you’ll get an athlete that is not only improving in their sport but exceeding what they thought they could ever accomplish outside of it,” Brock says.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementApart from on-field help, Evan encourages his clients to think about the post-playing period and suggests that they be financially literate, professional, and maintain strong relationships with others.Evan can also rely on his network of successful friends in the sports and business worlds.“The Brock Group isn’t just a management company. They gave me a vision and a path to excel in multiple wa