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Welcome to the JAMODI Podcast hosted by Matt Sayman. We interview coaches and leaders to find out not just what they do, but how they do what they do. Becoming the best version of ourselves is JAMODI...Just A Matter Of Doing It.

JAMODI Podcast


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    Staying Hungry | Elijah Kess

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 8:42


    Basketball is bigger than basketball.In Episode 314 of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Great Lakes Christian College Head Coach Elijah Kess to discuss building a championship culture through consistency, servant leadership, relationships, and daily standards.Growing up in Baltimore, basketball became Elijah's path toward changing the trajectory of his life. Today, he leads one of the nation's successful Christian college programs while working multiple jobs, raising a family, and refusing to lose his hunger.Topics include:• Building culture that lasts • The "North Star" philosophy • Relationships over championships • Why consistency changes lives • Coaching beyond basketball • Recruiting through honesty • Developing mentally tough players • Leadership through servant mindset • Daily habits that build winners • Faith, family, and purposeIf you're a coach, leader, teacher, parent, or athlete, this episode is full of practical leadership lessons you can apply immediately.Subscribe for weekly conversations with basketball coaches from every level.

    Episode 314: Elijah Kess | Building Championship Culture Through Consistency, Relationships & Leadership

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 57:48


    Basketball is bigger than basketball.In Episode 314 of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Great Lakes Christian College Head Coach Elijah Kess to discuss building a championship culture through consistency, servant leadership, relationships, and daily standards.Growing up in Baltimore, basketball became Elijah's path toward changing the trajectory of his life. Today, he leads one of the nation's successful Christian college programs while working multiple jobs, raising a family, and refusing to lose his hunger.Topics include:• Building culture that lasts • The "North Star" philosophy • Relationships over championships • Why consistency changes lives • Coaching beyond basketball • Recruiting through honesty • Developing mentally tough players • Leadership through servant mindset • Daily habits that build winners • Faith, family, and purposeIf you're a coach, leader, teacher, parent, or athlete, this episode is full of practical leadership lessons you can apply immediately.Subscribe for weekly conversations with basketball coaches from every level.

    Best Ways To Teach Concepts | Zach Urbanus

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 23:30


    In Episode 313 of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Zach Urbanus, founder of BTY Basketball Training and Texas Pro Academy, to discuss what separates elite player development from ordinary workouts.Zach shares practical coaching strategies used with youth, high school, college, and professional players while explaining how coaches can build better habits, stronger relationships, and more effective practices.

    Playing College Ball Today | Zach Urbanus

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2026 18:27


    In Episode 313 of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Zach Urbanus, founder of BTY Basketball Training and Texas Pro Academy, to discuss what separates elite player development from ordinary workouts.Zach shares practical coaching strategies used with youth, high school, college, and professional players while explaining how coaches can build better habits, stronger relationships, and more effective practices.

    Get To Know Your Players | Zach Urbanus

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 9:09


    In Episode 313 of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Zach Urbanus, founder of BTY Basketball Training and Texas Pro Academy, to discuss what separates elite player development from ordinary workouts.Zach shares practical coaching strategies used with youth, high school, college, and professional players while explaining how coaches can build better habits, stronger relationships, and more effective practices.

    Traits Of A Great Coach | Zach Urbanus

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 12:08


    In Episode 313 of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Zach Urbanus, founder of BTY Basketball Training and Texas Pro Academy, to discuss what separates elite player development from ordinary workouts.Zach shares practical coaching strategies used with youth, high school, college, and professional players while explaining how coaches can build better habits, stronger relationships, and more effective practices.

    EPISODE 313: ZACH URBANUS

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 72:52


    In Episode 313 of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Zach Urbanus, founder of BTY Basketball Training and Texas Pro Academy, to discuss what separates elite player development from ordinary workouts.Zach shares practical coaching strategies used with youth, high school, college, and professional players while explaining how coaches can build better habits, stronger relationships, and more effective practices.

    2 Questions To Ask Players | Scott Drew

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2026 12:36


    In Episode 312 of the JAMODI Podcast, Baylor Men's Basketball Head Coach Scott Drew returns five years after becoming the very first guest on the podcast. Coach Drew reflects on Baylor's remarkable journey while sharing timeless leadership lessons on building culture, developing people, delegating responsibility, and keeping faith at the center of everything.Topics include:

    Glass Half-full Mentality | Scott Drew

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 14:13


    In Episode 312 of the JAMODI Podcast, Baylor Men's Basketball Head Coach Scott Drew returns five years after becoming the very first guest on the podcast. Coach Drew reflects on Baylor's remarkable journey while sharing timeless leadership lessons on building culture, developing people, delegating responsibility, and keeping faith at the center of everything.Topics include:

    Developing Leadership Through Trust | Scott Drew

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2026 13:02


    In Episode 312 of the JAMODI Podcast, Baylor Men's Basketball Head Coach Scott Drew returns five years after becoming the very first guest on the podcast. Coach Drew reflects on Baylor's remarkable journey while sharing timeless leadership lessons on building culture, developing people, delegating responsibility, and keeping faith at the center of everything.Topics include:

    Always Go 1-0 | Scott Drew

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026 6:29


    In Episode 312 of the JAMODI Podcast, Baylor Men's Basketball Head Coach Scott Drew returns five years after becoming the very first guest on the podcast. Coach Drew reflects on Baylor's remarkable journey while sharing timeless leadership lessons on building culture, developing people, delegating responsibility, and keeping faith at the center of everything.Topics include:

    EPISODE 312: SCOTT DREW

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2026 52:15


    In Episode 312 of the JAMODI Podcast, Baylor Men's Basketball Head Coach Scott Drew returns five years after becoming the very first guest on the podcast. Coach Drew reflects on Baylor's remarkable journey while sharing timeless leadership lessons on building culture, developing people, delegating responsibility, and keeping faith at the center of everything.Topics include:

    Obsessed With Basketball | Scott Schumacher

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2026 16:14


    Coach Scott Schumacher has built one of the premier junior college basketball programs in the country, but his greatest passion isn't wins—it's developing people.In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Coach Schumacher shares nearly four decades of coaching wisdom, lessons learned from some of the biggest names in basketball, and the culture-building habits that have made Blinn College a perennial powerhouse.From stories about learning alongside Tom Izzo, Bill Self, Jay Wright, Jim Boeheim, and Kelvin Sampson to practical ideas every coach can implement tomorrow, this conversation is packed with actionable leadership insights.Whether you're a basketball coach, athletic director, teacher, or leader of any organization, you'll walk away with ideas you can immediately apply to your team.Topics include:

    Connect With Players | Scott Schumacher

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2026 17:05


    Coach Scott Schumacher has built one of the premier junior college basketball programs in the country, but his greatest passion isn't wins—it's developing people.In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Coach Schumacher shares nearly four decades of coaching wisdom, lessons learned from some of the biggest names in basketball, and the culture-building habits that have made Blinn College a perennial powerhouse.From stories about learning alongside Tom Izzo, Bill Self, Jay Wright, Jim Boeheim, and Kelvin Sampson to practical ideas every coach can implement tomorrow, this conversation is packed with actionable leadership insights.Whether you're a basketball coach, athletic director, teacher, or leader of any organization, you'll walk away with ideas you can immediately apply to your team.Topics include:

    Know Where To Draw The Line | Scott Schumacher

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 18:17


    Coach Scott Schumacher has built one of the premier junior college basketball programs in the country, but his greatest passion isn't wins—it's developing people.In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Coach Schumacher shares nearly four decades of coaching wisdom, lessons learned from some of the biggest names in basketball, and the culture-building habits that have made Blinn College a perennial powerhouse.From stories about learning alongside Tom Izzo, Bill Self, Jay Wright, Jim Boeheim, and Kelvin Sampson to practical ideas every coach can implement tomorrow, this conversation is packed with actionable leadership insights.Whether you're a basketball coach, athletic director, teacher, or leader of any organization, you'll walk away with ideas you can immediately apply to your team.Topics include:

    Time With USA Basketball | Scott Schumacher

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 13:30


    Coach Scott Schumacher has built one of the premier junior college basketball programs in the country, but his greatest passion isn't wins—it's developing people.In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Coach Schumacher shares nearly four decades of coaching wisdom, lessons learned from some of the biggest names in basketball, and the culture-building habits that have made Blinn College a perennial powerhouse.From stories about learning alongside Tom Izzo, Bill Self, Jay Wright, Jim Boeheim, and Kelvin Sampson to practical ideas every coach can implement tomorrow, this conversation is packed with actionable leadership insights.Whether you're a basketball coach, athletic director, teacher, or leader of any organization, you'll walk away with ideas you can immediately apply to your team.Topics include:

    EPISODE 311: SCOTT SCHUMACHER

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 84:55


    Coach Scott Schumacher has built one of the premier junior college basketball programs in the country, but his greatest passion isn't wins—it's developing people.In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Coach Schumacher shares nearly four decades of coaching wisdom, lessons learned from some of the biggest names in basketball, and the culture-building habits that have made Blinn College a perennial powerhouse.From stories about learning alongside Tom Izzo, Bill Self, Jay Wright, Jim Boeheim, and Kelvin Sampson to practical ideas every coach can implement tomorrow, this conversation is packed with actionable leadership insights.Whether you're a basketball coach, athletic director, teacher, or leader of any organization, you'll walk away with ideas you can immediately apply to your team.Topics include:

    Get From Good To Great | Kellen Sampson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 12:22


    Kellen Sampson joins the JAMODI Podcast for a deep dive into championship culture, player development, coaching philosophy, leadership, and the principles that have helped build one of the most successful programs in college basketball at the University of Houston.In this conversation, Coach Sampson shares lessons learned from growing up around the game, working alongside legendary coach Kelvin Sampson, developing elite defensive teams, simplifying coaching, building player confidence, and creating an environment where accountability and relationships thrive.From offensive rebounding and defensive identity to player development and leadership, this episode is packed with practical wisdom for coaches at every level.

    Keep It Simple | Kellen Sampson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 16:59


    Kellen Sampson joins the JAMODI Podcast for a deep dive into championship culture, player development, coaching philosophy, leadership, and the principles that have helped build one of the most successful programs in college basketball at the University of Houston.In this conversation, Coach Sampson shares lessons learned from growing up around the game, working alongside legendary coach Kelvin Sampson, developing elite defensive teams, simplifying coaching, building player confidence, and creating an environment where accountability and relationships thrive.From offensive rebounding and defensive identity to player development and leadership, this episode is packed with practical wisdom for coaches at every level.

    Ask Quality Questions | Kellen Sampson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 16:18


    Kellen Sampson joins the JAMODI Podcast for a deep dive into championship culture, player development, coaching philosophy, leadership, and the principles that have helped build one of the most successful programs in college basketball at the University of Houston.In this conversation, Coach Sampson shares lessons learned from growing up around the game, working alongside legendary coach Kelvin Sampson, developing elite defensive teams, simplifying coaching, building player confidence, and creating an environment where accountability and relationships thrive.From offensive rebounding and defensive identity to player development and leadership, this episode is packed with practical wisdom for coaches at every level.

    Earn The Right To Cry | Kellen Sampson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 13:26


    Kellen Sampson joins the JAMODI Podcast for a deep dive into championship culture, player development, coaching philosophy, leadership, and the principles that have helped build one of the most successful programs in college basketball at the University of Houston.In this conversation, Coach Sampson shares lessons learned from growing up around the game, working alongside legendary coach Kelvin Sampson, developing elite defensive teams, simplifying coaching, building player confidence, and creating an environment where accountability and relationships thrive.From offensive rebounding and defensive identity to player development and leadership, this episode is packed with practical wisdom for coaches at every level.

    EPISODE 310: KELLEN SAMPSON

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 83:03


    Kellen Sampson joins the JAMODI Podcast for a deep dive into championship culture, player development, coaching philosophy, leadership, and the principles that have helped build one of the most successful programs in college basketball at the University of Houston.In this conversation, Coach Sampson shares lessons learned from growing up around the game, working alongside legendary coach Kelvin Sampson, developing elite defensive teams, simplifying coaching, building player confidence, and creating an environment where accountability and relationships thrive.From offensive rebounding and defensive identity to player development and leadership, this episode is packed with practical wisdom for coaches at every level.

    Major In The Minors | John A. Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 18:20


    In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Coach John Smith shares powerful insights on building player-led teams, creating authentic relationships with athletes, developing culture, and coaching today's generation with accountability and purpose.Coach Smith dives into why consistency matters, how to create buy-in inside your program, and the importance of communication, trust, and connection in developing young men. From basketball systems to player development, practice planning, leadership, and team culture — this episode is packed with practical takeaways for coaches at every level.Topics include:

    Confident Players Play Fast | John A. Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 20:26


    In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Coach John Smith shares powerful insights on building player-led teams, creating authentic relationships with athletes, developing culture, and coaching today's generation with accountability and purpose.Coach Smith dives into why consistency matters, how to create buy-in inside your program, and the importance of communication, trust, and connection in developing young men. From basketball systems to player development, practice planning, leadership, and team culture — this episode is packed with practical takeaways for coaches at every level.Topics include:

    Relationships Before Championships | John A. Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 15:49


    In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Coach John Smith shares powerful insights on building player-led teams, creating authentic relationships with athletes, developing culture, and coaching today's generation with accountability and purpose.Coach Smith dives into why consistency matters, how to create buy-in inside your program, and the importance of communication, trust, and connection in developing young men. From basketball systems to player development, practice planning, leadership, and team culture — this episode is packed with practical takeaways for coaches at every level.Topics include:

    Culture Over Everything | John A. Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2026 12:56


    In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Coach John Smith shares powerful insights on building player-led teams, creating authentic relationships with athletes, developing culture, and coaching today's generation with accountability and purpose.Coach Smith dives into why consistency matters, how to create buy-in inside your program, and the importance of communication, trust, and connection in developing young men. From basketball systems to player development, practice planning, leadership, and team culture — this episode is packed with practical takeaways for coaches at every level.Topics include:

    EPISODE 309: JOHN A. SMITH

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 81:42


    In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Coach John Smith shares powerful insights on building player-led teams, creating authentic relationships with athletes, developing culture, and coaching today's generation with accountability and purpose.Coach Smith dives into why consistency matters, how to create buy-in inside your program, and the importance of communication, trust, and connection in developing young men. From basketball systems to player development, practice planning, leadership, and team culture — this episode is packed with practical takeaways for coaches at every level.Topics include:

    Execution Over Emotion | Kiara Marshall

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 19:06


    In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Coach Matt Sayman sits down with Coach Kiara Marshall to discuss her incredible journey of leading Summer Creek to a state championship in her first season as head coach.Coach Marshall dives deep into what it takes to create buy-in, adapt your system to your personnel, and develop players who can think the game rather than simply run plays. From building a winning culture to managing expectations, player ownership, recovery strategies, and offensive freedom with discipline, this episode is packed with wisdom for coaches at every level.Coach Marshall shares why great coaching means evolving, how expectations shape outcomes, and why championship teams are built through small moments and decision-making under pressure.Topics Discussed:

    When To, When Not To | Kiara Marshall

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 20:58


    In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Coach Matt Sayman sits down with Coach Kiara Marshall to discuss her incredible journey of leading Summer Creek to a state championship in her first season as head coach.Coach Marshall dives deep into what it takes to create buy-in, adapt your system to your personnel, and develop players who can think the game rather than simply run plays. From building a winning culture to managing expectations, player ownership, recovery strategies, and offensive freedom with discipline, this episode is packed with wisdom for coaches at every level.Coach Marshall shares why great coaching means evolving, how expectations shape outcomes, and why championship teams are built through small moments and decision-making under pressure.Topics Discussed:

    Always Something To Celebrate | Kiara Marshall

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 11:25


    In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Coach Matt Sayman sits down with Coach Kiara Marshall to discuss her incredible journey of leading Summer Creek to a state championship in her first season as head coach.Coach Marshall dives deep into what it takes to create buy-in, adapt your system to your personnel, and develop players who can think the game rather than simply run plays. From building a winning culture to managing expectations, player ownership, recovery strategies, and offensive freedom with discipline, this episode is packed with wisdom for coaches at every level.Coach Marshall shares why great coaching means evolving, how expectations shape outcomes, and why championship teams are built through small moments and decision-making under pressure.Topics Discussed:

    State Champs In Year One | Kiara Marshall

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 12:25


    In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Coach Matt Sayman sits down with Coach Kiara Marshall to discuss her incredible journey of leading Summer Creek to a state championship in her first season as head coach.Coach Marshall dives deep into what it takes to create buy-in, adapt your system to your personnel, and develop players who can think the game rather than simply run plays. From building a winning culture to managing expectations, player ownership, recovery strategies, and offensive freedom with discipline, this episode is packed with wisdom for coaches at every level.Coach Marshall shares why great coaching means evolving, how expectations shape outcomes, and why championship teams are built through small moments and decision-making under pressure.Topics Discussed:

    EPISODE 308: KIARA MARSHALL

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 70:36


    In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Coach Matt Sayman sits down with Coach Kiara Marshall to discuss her incredible journey of leading Summer Creek to a state championship in her first season as head coach.Coach Marshall dives deep into what it takes to create buy-in, adapt your system to your personnel, and develop players who can think the game rather than simply run plays. From building a winning culture to managing expectations, player ownership, recovery strategies, and offensive freedom with discipline, this episode is packed with wisdom for coaches at every level.Coach Marshall shares why great coaching means evolving, how expectations shape outcomes, and why championship teams are built through small moments and decision-making under pressure.Topics Discussed:

    Sitting In The Tension | Josh Mawhorr

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 20:32


    In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Coach Josh Mawhorr, newly named head men's basketball coach at College of the Ozarks and former Baylor assistant, to talk leadership, culture, player relationships, and building programs that last.Coach Mawhorr shares lessons learned from coaching alongside Scott Drew at Baylor, his transition into a head coaching role, and how intentional relationships, accountability, and culture shape successful teams.This episode is packed with practical coaching nuggets on player development, leadership, confidence-building, family balance, and creating meaningful traditions that connect generations of athletes.Topics Discussed:

    Anything But Basketball | Josh Mawhorr

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 19:09


    In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Coach Josh Mawhorr, newly named head men's basketball coach at College of the Ozarks and former Baylor assistant, to talk leadership, culture, player relationships, and building programs that last.Coach Mawhorr shares lessons learned from coaching alongside Scott Drew at Baylor, his transition into a head coaching role, and how intentional relationships, accountability, and culture shape successful teams.This episode is packed with practical coaching nuggets on player development, leadership, confidence-building, family balance, and creating meaningful traditions that connect generations of athletes.Topics Discussed:

    Demanding Not Demeaning | Josh Mawhorr

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 14:26


    In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Coach Josh Mawhorr, newly named head men's basketball coach at College of the Ozarks and former Baylor assistant, to talk leadership, culture, player relationships, and building programs that last.Coach Mawhorr shares lessons learned from coaching alongside Scott Drew at Baylor, his transition into a head coaching role, and how intentional relationships, accountability, and culture shape successful teams.This episode is packed with practical coaching nuggets on player development, leadership, confidence-building, family balance, and creating meaningful traditions that connect generations of athletes.Topics Discussed:

    Connecting With Former Players | Josh Mawhorr

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 8:28


    In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Coach Josh Mawhorr, newly named head men's basketball coach at College of the Ozarks and former Baylor assistant, to talk leadership, culture, player relationships, and building programs that last.Coach Mawhorr shares lessons learned from coaching alongside Scott Drew at Baylor, his transition into a head coaching role, and how intentional relationships, accountability, and culture shape successful teams.This episode is packed with practical coaching nuggets on player development, leadership, confidence-building, family balance, and creating meaningful traditions that connect generations of athletes.Topics Discussed:

    EPISODE 307: JOSH MAWHORR

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 70:30


    In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Coach Josh Mawhorr, newly named head men's basketball coach at College of the Ozarks and former Baylor assistant, to talk leadership, culture, player relationships, and building programs that last.Coach Mawhorr shares lessons learned from coaching alongside Scott Drew at Baylor, his transition into a head coaching role, and how intentional relationships, accountability, and culture shape successful teams.This episode is packed with practical coaching nuggets on player development, leadership, confidence-building, family balance, and creating meaningful traditions that connect generations of athletes.Topics Discussed:

    Tell Players The Truth | Cortnee White

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 17:59


    In this episode of JAMODI, Coach Matt Sayman sits down with mental performance coach and licensed therapist Cortnee White, founder of The Athlete Mind, for a powerful conversation on confidence, anxiety, leadership, culture, and what today's athletes truly need from coaches.Coach White works with athletes from youth sports all the way to Olympic-level performers and shares incredible insight into the mental side of performance — including why confidence is often misunderstood, how coaches shape athlete behavior more than they realize, and why today's athletes need something different than previous generations.They discuss:

    Potential Comes With Pressure | Cortnee White

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 14:30


    In this episode of JAMODI, Coach Matt Sayman sits down with mental performance coach and licensed therapist Cortnee White, founder of The Athlete Mind, for a powerful conversation on confidence, anxiety, leadership, culture, and what today's athletes truly need from coaches.Coach White works with athletes from youth sports all the way to Olympic-level performers and shares incredible insight into the mental side of performance — including why confidence is often misunderstood, how coaches shape athlete behavior more than they realize, and why today's athletes need something different than previous generations.They discuss:

    Really Get To Know Them | Cortnee White

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 11:17


    In this episode of JAMODI, Coach Matt Sayman sits down with mental performance coach and licensed therapist Cortnee White, founder of The Athlete Mind, for a powerful conversation on confidence, anxiety, leadership, culture, and what today's athletes truly need from coaches.Coach White works with athletes from youth sports all the way to Olympic-level performers and shares incredible insight into the mental side of performance — including why confidence is often misunderstood, how coaches shape athlete behavior more than they realize, and why today's athletes need something different than previous generations.They discuss:

    Mirror Neurons | Cortnee White

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 8:52


    In this episode of JAMODI, Coach Matt Sayman sits down with mental performance coach and licensed therapist Cortnee White, founder of The Athlete Mind, for a powerful conversation on confidence, anxiety, leadership, culture, and what today's athletes truly need from coaches.Coach White works with athletes from youth sports all the way to Olympic-level performers and shares incredible insight into the mental side of performance — including why confidence is often misunderstood, how coaches shape athlete behavior more than they realize, and why today's athletes need something different than previous generations.They discuss:

    EPISODE 306: CORTNEE WHITE

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 60:31


    In this episode of JAMODI, Coach Matt Sayman sits down with mental performance coach and licensed therapist Cortnee White, founder of The Athlete Mind, for a powerful conversation on confidence, anxiety, leadership, culture, and what today's athletes truly need from coaches.Coach White works with athletes from youth sports all the way to Olympic-level performers and shares incredible insight into the mental side of performance — including why confidence is often misunderstood, how coaches shape athlete behavior more than they realize, and why today's athletes need something different than previous generations.They discuss:

    Create Player Ownership | Ben Kinnison

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 18:43


    Coach Ben Kinnison joins the podcast for one of the most honest and basketball-rich conversations we've had in a long time. From rebuilding a program at Mansfield Legacy to creating accountability, player ownership, and a true expectation to win, this episode is loaded with practical ideas for coaches at every level.Coach Kinnison shares what it's really like taking over a program, why year one can feel so hard, and how culture shifts happen through consistency, intentional reps, and relationships.We dive into:

    Be Who They Need Us To Be | Ben Kinnison

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 13:24


    Coach Ben Kinnison joins the podcast for one of the most honest and basketball-rich conversations we've had in a long time. From rebuilding a program at Mansfield Legacy to creating accountability, player ownership, and a true expectation to win, this episode is loaded with practical ideas for coaches at every level.Coach Kinnison shares what it's really like taking over a program, why year one can feel so hard, and how culture shifts happen through consistency, intentional reps, and relationships.We dive into:

    Celebrate Small Wins | Ben Kinnison

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 18:01


    Coach Ben Kinnison joins the podcast for one of the most honest and basketball-rich conversations we've had in a long time. From rebuilding a program at Mansfield Legacy to creating accountability, player ownership, and a true expectation to win, this episode is loaded with practical ideas for coaches at every level.Coach Kinnison shares what it's really like taking over a program, why year one can feel so hard, and how culture shifts happen through consistency, intentional reps, and relationships.We dive into:

    Creating The Expectation To Win | Ben Kinnison

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 18:04


    Coach Ben Kinnison joins the podcast for one of the most honest and basketball-rich conversations we've had in a long time. From rebuilding a program at Mansfield Legacy to creating accountability, player ownership, and a true expectation to win, this episode is loaded with practical ideas for coaches at every level.Coach Kinnison shares what it's really like taking over a program, why year one can feel so hard, and how culture shifts happen through consistency, intentional reps, and relationships.We dive into:

    EPISODE 305: BEN KINNISON

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 89:17


    Coach Ben Kinnison joins the podcast for one of the most honest and basketball-rich conversations we've had in a long time. From rebuilding a program at Mansfield Legacy to creating accountability, player ownership, and a true expectation to win, this episode is loaded with practical ideas for coaches at every level.Coach Kinnison shares what it's really like taking over a program, why year one can feel so hard, and how culture shifts happen through consistency, intentional reps, and relationships.We dive into:

    Fearful vs Fearless | Josh Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 32:05


    On this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, we sit down with Coach Josh Williams of Clinton High School, one of the top girls basketball programs in Illinois. Coach Williams shares how the Lady Maroons built a championship culture centered around shooting, accountability, toughness, and winning habits.Coach Williams owns a 320-228 career varsity record with four conference championships, three conference tournament titles, multiple 20-win seasons, and two IBCA District Coach of the Year honors. His 2025-26 squad broke school records with 28 wins, 24 straight victories, 193 made threes, and over 60 points per game.In this episode, we discuss:

    Focus Less On Basketball | Josh Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 16:25


    On this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, we sit down with Coach Josh Williams of Clinton High School, one of the top girls basketball programs in Illinois. Coach Williams shares how the Lady Maroons built a championship culture centered around shooting, accountability, toughness, and winning habits.Coach Williams owns a 320-228 career varsity record with four conference championships, three conference tournament titles, multiple 20-win seasons, and two IBCA District Coach of the Year honors. His 2025-26 squad broke school records with 28 wins, 24 straight victories, 193 made threes, and over 60 points per game.In this episode, we discuss:

    Mortar Moments | Josh Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 15:18


    On this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, we sit down with Coach Josh Williams of Clinton High School, one of the top girls basketball programs in Illinois. Coach Williams shares how the Lady Maroons built a championship culture centered around shooting, accountability, toughness, and winning habits.Coach Williams owns a 320-228 career varsity record with four conference championships, three conference tournament titles, multiple 20-win seasons, and two IBCA District Coach of the Year honors. His 2025-26 squad broke school records with 28 wins, 24 straight victories, 193 made threes, and over 60 points per game.In this episode, we discuss:

    Daily Culture Themes | Josh Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 18:36


    On this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, we sit down with Coach Josh Williams of Clinton High School, one of the top girls basketball programs in Illinois. Coach Williams shares how the Lady Maroons built a championship culture centered around shooting, accountability, toughness, and winning habits.Coach Williams owns a 320-228 career varsity record with four conference championships, three conference tournament titles, multiple 20-win seasons, and two IBCA District Coach of the Year honors. His 2025-26 squad broke school records with 28 wins, 24 straight victories, 193 made threes, and over 60 points per game.In this episode, we discuss:

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