The Brantley Method

The "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series: Season 2, Episode 7: University of Missouri Assistant Coach Cornell Mann Coach Cornell Mann embodies the principles of The Brantley Method and our mission with "More Than Just A Recruiter!" He has had sustained success at every level of college basketball; Grassroots, Junior College, Division 3, Division 2, Division 1 Low-Major, Mid-Major & High Major. He has won everywhere that he has been and he's climbed the stairs to the point that he's at in his career now; his 5th season at University of Missouri . The former Colorado & University of Akron standout has utilized his on the court experience coupled with his degree in family and child development to impact and advance the lives and journeys of young men on and off the court. The game of basketball has taken Coach Mann all around the world. He has won at every step of his coaching journey (Conference Championships at 4 different schools). He's recruited, mentored & developed multiple NBA players but more importantly he's utilized his character, integrity and standard of excellence to serve as a "Life Coach" for the men he's encountered. Coach Mann is ready for the opportunity to lead his program but until that time comes he continues to advance, develop and prepare himself for that assignment. Make sure to follow him on Twitter @8MileCorn and support him and the Mizzou staff as they prepare for battle in the SEC this year! The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways. As a black man, a father of young black men and a coach/mentor to young black men it is important to show them positive examples of the possibilities and potential for their futures if they only dare to dream. I recently wrote about the perceptions, misconceptions and successes of Black Coaches in NCAA Basketball and it inspired me to take it one step further and create the "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series. #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

Who is, Arizona State Men's Basketball's newest Assistant Coach, Jermaine Kimbrough? The "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series: Season 2, Episode 6: Arizona State University Assistant Coach Jermaine Kimbrough In this powerful interview with Arizona State University Assistant Basketball Coach Jermaine Kimbrough, we discussed everything from his journey, him overcoming the adversity of being homeless and without his parents at the most pivotal stages of his development and the impact of the coaches/mentors he's encountered along the way have had on his life. This was a SPECIAL episode and I appreciate Jermaine opening up and sharing with us. I'm looking forward to seeing his continued success in Tempe, AZ and beyond! The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways. As a black man, a father of young black men and a coach/mentor to young black men it is important to show them positive examples of the possibilities and potential for their futures if they only dare to dream. I recently wrote about the perceptions, misconceptions and successes of Black Coaches in NCAA Basketball and it inspired me to take it one step further and create the "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series. #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

The "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series: Season 2, Episode 5: Western Carolina University Head Men's Basketball Coach Justin Gray Four years into Justin Gray's collegiate coaching career, he is a Division 1 Head Coach. He's broken through the glass ceiling of young black coaches being labeled as "Just A Recruiter" and It was great to be able to visit Western Carolina University and have this conversation with him. We discussed everything from his playing career to the importance of black fatherhood and everything in between. I'm looking forward to continuing to watch him shine and help others along his journey. The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways. As a black man, a father of young black men and a coach/mentor to young black men it is important to show them positive examples of the possibilities and potential for their futures if they only dare to dream. I recently wrote about the perceptions, misconceptions and successes of Black Coaches in NCAA Basketball and it inspired me to take it one step further and create the "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series. #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

The "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series Season 2, Ep. 4: UNLV Men's Basketball Assistant Coach Carlin Hartman The game of basketball took Carlin Hartman from Western New York (Grand Island) to Tulane where he was a standout player and then afforded him the opportunity to impact other's journeys! For 23 years, Coach Carlin Hartman has been a leader in the coaching industry. He has demonstrated success along his journey mentoring 8 players who would later go on to play in the NBA. During his career he's not only worked with High Major ball players, he's also worked in High Academic settings, spending 4 years at Columbia and 2 years at Rice; both as Associate Head Coach. It was great to hear Coach Hartman's emphasis on family and the pride he has for his children. He spoke about his wife being his backbone and the glue that holds everything together and how the family type relationship with the Kruger family led him to UNLV to work along side Kevin Kruger after Coach Lon Kruger's retirement. It was great to be able to have this conversation with Coach Hartman and I'm looking forward to continuing to watch him shine and help others along his journey. The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways. As a black man, a father of young black men and a coach/mentor to young black men it is important to show them positive examples of the possibilities and potential for their futures if they only dare to dream. I recently wrote about the perceptions, misconceptions and successes of Black Coaches in NCAA Basketball and it inspired me to take it one step further and create the "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series. #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

The "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series: Season 2 Ep 3: Cal State Fullerton HC Dedrique Taylor For most people involved with collegiate basketball, the covid shutdown brings about bad memories. For Coach Taylor, it may very well be the thing that saved his life! Continuing Season 2's emphasis on growth & development; I sat down with Cal State Fullerton Head Coach Dedrique Taylor. His story is inspiring and eye opening to anyone entering the business with goals of one day becoming a Division 1 Head Coach! Coach Taylor has worn every hat and sat in every seat as a collegiate coach. He has overcome hurdles and obstacles to be where he is at today and his journey is extremely motivational. It was great to be able to have this conversation with Coach Taylor and I'm looking forward to continuing to watch him shine and help others along his journey. The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways. As a black man, a father of young black men and a coach/mentor to young black men it is important to show them positive examples of the possibilities and potential for their futures if they only dare to dream. I recently wrote about the perceptions, misconceptions and successes of Black Coaches in NCAA Basketball and it inspired me to take it one step further and create the "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series. #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

"ELITE" EP. 1: Jaxon Kohler (Interview with ESPN #40 Ranked Player in The Class of 2022) We caught up with Strive For Greatness/Southern California Academy big man Jaxon Kohler in between games at EYBL in Augusta to discuss his game, development, recruitment, the impact of having Lebron James as a mentor and MORE... Jaxon is extremely talented, mature & humble and it was a pleasure to be able to have this conversation with him. I'm looking forward to continuing to watch him shine and grow as he embarks on a new journey to Southern California. You can find Jaxon on instagram & twitter @jaxonkohler #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

The "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series: Season 2, Ep. 2: Oklahoma State University Men's Basketball Assistant Coach Larry Blunt Continuing Season 2's emphasis on growth & development; I sat down with new Oklahoma State University Assistant Coach, Larry Blunt. We discussed his transition from playing college football to now coaching at one of the hottest basketball schools in the country. He has has much success in his career by focusing on the present moment and "Making wherever he is the big time!" It was great to be able to have this conversation with Coach Blunt and I'm looking forward to continuing to watch him shine and help others along his journey. #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

The "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series: Season 2, Ep. 1: Radford University Assistant Coach Shane Nichols   To kick off Season Two, I sat down with Radford University Assistant Coach, Shane Nichols. We discussed his transition from playing at a high level to his passion for player development and beyond. He shared his perspective from his journey in the industry to how important family is to him, making it a "no-brainer" to join his brother at Radford. The story of the discovery of Ja Morant is often told, but the development isn't discussed nearly as much. Coach Nichols played a huge role in the growth and maturation of the 2019-20 NBA Rookie of The Year.   It was great to be able to have this conversation with Coach Nichols and I'm looking forward to continuing to watch him shine and help others along his journey.    #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

Today, I sat down with Illinois State Rep & Former University of Illinois Football standout Kambium "Kam" Buckner as we discussed NIL (Name, Image & Likeness). We discussed the definition of NIL, what it can/will mean for Student-Athletes moving forward, why it's important to him and more! Kam Buckner's story is AMAZING. A young man from the South Side of Chicago who never saw lawyers & law-makers growing up but knew the way to effect change was through education and a career in politics. He utilized his athletic ability, and lessons learned through his growth & development on and off the field to become the man he is today. With everything going on in the world today, Kam's story and message are very much needed and I'm thankful to have the opportunity to discuss Name, Image & Likeness with him today. #GoFURTHER

The "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series: Ep. 13: Cleveland State Head Coach Dennis Gates The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways. As a black man, a father of young black men and a coach/mentor to young black men it is important to show them positive examples of the possibilities and potential for their futures if they only dare to dream. I recently wrote about the perceptions, misconceptions and successes of Black Coaches in NCAA Basketball and it inspired me to take it one step further and create the "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series.     https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/more-than-just-a-recruiter https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/more-than-just-a-recruiter-conference-championship-edition    For our thirteenth episode, I sat down with Cleveland State University Head Coach, Dennis Gates. Over the last two years, I have had the pleasure of getting to know the Horizon League Coach of the Year and he's always been extremely genuine and REAL! He is coaching for the right reasons and is all about uplifting and assisting young men through their journey's.  It was great to be able to have this conversation with Coach Gates and I know it will positively impact the lives of young black men who have a desire of being a star on and off the court! I'm looking forward to continuing to watch Coach Gates shine and help others along his journey.    #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

"THE IMPORTANCE OF RECOVERY!" Towards the end of my athletic career, I started to understand the importance of rest and recovery. I learned how vital it is to athletic success. I've read books and studied on the correlation between peak athletic performance & intentional recovery. The best athletes in the world understand that importance and are investing millions per year into their recovery! My intrigue into the recovery aspect of athletics led me to visit with Rachel Krajkowski, Founder/Creator of M3 Therapy, and observe her while she worked with an Elite Athlete! In the last 18 months she has built her business from the ground up and works on some of the best athletes in the state, including some members of the Detroit Lions! In Episode 5 of "Beyond The Ball" I learned Rachel's vision, her mission, and most importantly her "WHY?!?" For student athletes, coaches and parents that are watching, I hope you learn about the importance of sports massage and recovery! Make sure you follow Rachel on Instagram: @m3therapy_detroit #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

The "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series: Ep. 12: URI Assistant Coach Sharnee Zoll-Norman  The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways. As a black man, a father of young black men and a coach/mentor to young black men it is important to show them positive examples of the possibilities and potential for their futures if they only dare to dream. I recently wrote about the perceptions, misconceptions and successes of Black Coaches in NCAA Basketball and it inspired me to take it one step further and create the "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series.      https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/more-than-just-a-recruiter  https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/more-than-just-a-recruiter-conference-championship-edition    For our twelfth episode, I sat down with University of Rhode Island Assistant Coach, Sharnee Zoll-Norman. Over the last few months I've gotten to know Sharnee and she has the most amazing soul! She is in the business for the right reasons and is all about uplifting and assisting young women through their journey's.  Sharnee and I discussed her evolution from being the young cocky freshman with her eyes set on a seemingly impossible record to being drafted into the WNBA and MORE! We spoke about how she has looked up to Dawn Staley as a player and now a coach, the importance of representation (not only just in basketball) and how girls can still stay on top of their games and catch a coaches eye even during covid shut downs.    It was great to be able to have this conversation with Coach Zoll-Norman and I know it will positively impact the lives of young black women who have a desire of being a star in the WNBA or one day coaching the next star in the WNBA. I'm looking forward to continuing to watch Sharnee shine and help others along her journey.    #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

The "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series: Ep. 11: Dartmouth Associate HC Justin Bradley  The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways. As a black man, a father of young black men and a coach/mentor to young black men it is important to show them positive examples of the possibilities and potential for their futures if they only dare to dream. I recently wrote about the perceptions, misconceptions and successes of Black Coaches in NCAA Basketball and it inspired me to take it one step further and create the "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series.      https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/more-than-just-a-recruiter  https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/more-than-just-a-recruiter-conference-championship-edition     For our eleventh episode, I sat down with Dartmouth College Associate Head Coach, Justin Bradley.  This conversation took place in October prior to the Ivy League's decision not to play basketball this season. Even though they aren't competing on the court, Coach Bradley's message and inspiration is needed and necessary for young black men to see/hear today! We discussed the importance of representation, the opportunities an IVY League education can provide, being intentional & MORE.  It was great to be able to have this conversation with Coach Bradley and know it will positively impact the lives of young black men who have a desire of attending a high academic institution. I'm looking forward to continuing to watch Coach Bradley shine and help others along his journey.   #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

"The UTS Way!" The Home Court Advantage Ep. 3: UTS Elite (MI)   UTS Elite is much more than just a training facility and AAU program..   Normally we only see the end result of the work put in during early mornings and late nights. We only see the wins & losses that take place on the court. We don't know the blood, sweat, and tears that went into that moment. It's important to understand what goes into being a successful student athlete. The Home Court Advantage is about identifying a deeper connection with the programs that extends beyond the highlights and box scores.    In Episode 3, we had the opportunity to visit with Marcus Lancaster the owner & founder of UTS Elite.  We spoke about the growth of his program, his journey as a trainer/businessman, and the goals/objectives for the future of UTS Elite!    #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

"Mentally Wealthy!" There's a clear connection between Sports, Music & Fashion. The Wealthy Brand is a mindset turned into a lifestyle brand that has become synonymous with Sports & Music in Detroit, Michigan and BEYOND! It was great to chop it up with The Wealthy Brand owner Rashad Hosea and discuss the meaning behind the brand. He dropped a gem on me when he spoke about not being where he wanted to be financially at a certain point but he constantly reminded himself that he was “Mentally Wealthy!” In Episode 4 of "Beyond The Ball" I learned Rashad's vision, his mission, and most importantly HIS "WHY?!?" Learn more about The Wealthy Brand Here: www.thewealthybrand.com #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

"SUCCESS IN SPORTS IS 90% MENTAL!" Over my career in the Sports business I've often been intrigued by the mental aspect of athletic success. I've read books and studied on the correlation between sports & psychology and identified the direct link between the greatest coaches in history and their attentiveness to the mental/emotional well being of their athletes. One of the greatest to ever coach; Phil Jackson, has NBA Championships as a coach and 2 as a player and has focused heavily on the mental side of the game. He has coached 2 of the greatest of all time, and orchestrated 3 "Three-Peats!" My intrigue into the mental aspect of athletics led me to visit with David McCullar, Founder of Inception, "The First Mental Heath Gym" and take a tour of his amazing facility! In Episode 3 of "Beyond The Ball" I learned David's vision, his mission, and most importantly HIS "WHY?!?" Learn more about Inception Here: www.inceptionep.com #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

The "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series: Ep. 10: Oklahoma State University Head Coach Mike Boynton The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways. As a black man, a father of young black men and a coach/mentor to young black men it is important to show them positive examples of the possibilities and potential for their futures if they only dare to dream. I recently wrote about the perceptions, misconceptions and successes of Black Coaches in NCAA Basketball and it inspired me to take it one step further and create the "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series. https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/more-than-just-a-recruiter https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/more-than-just-a-recruiter-conference-championship-edition For our tenth episode, I sat down with Oklahoma State University Head Coach, Mike Boynton. We discussed mentorship, how being raised in Brooklyn has shaped his life, supporting/cheering for other black coaches while still maintaining a competitive edge and MORE. It was great to be able to have this conversation with Coach Boynton and know it will positively impact the careers of young college coaches and potential college coaches. I'm looking forward to continuing to watch Coach Boynton shine and help others along his journey. #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways.  Eric Devendorf has had an extreme amount of success in the game of basketball!  He used his journey in Basketball as a vehicle to take him from Bay City to around the globe! A McDonald's All American in High School playing at Oak Hill Academy, A star at Syracuse and a successful international career has set him up for a career post competition and he feels the responsibility to educate the next generation.   We sat down to discuss his journey, why he left Michigan in High School to attend Oak Hill, his advice to the next generation and MORE!  The future is extremely bright for Eric and I'm thankful to have the opportunity to share his story and others like it.  #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

The "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series: Ep. 9: Univ. of Rhode Island Assistant Coach Kevin Sutton   The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways. As a black man, a father of young black men and a coach/mentor to young black men it is important to show them positive examples of the possibilities and potential for their futures if they only dare to dream. I recently wrote about the perceptions, misconceptions and successes of Black Coaches in NCAA Basketball and it inspired me to take it one step further and create the "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series.      https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/more-than-just-a-recruiter  https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/more-than-just-a-recruiter-conference-championship-edition    For our ninth episode, I sat down with University of Rhode Island Assistant Coach, Kevin Sutton. We discussed mentorship, his "Living Trophies" and those who have helped him along the way.  Coach Sutton spoke about his time coaching at the Prep level and what it takes to create a winning program and MORE!   It was great to be able to have this conversation with Coach Sutton and know it will positively impact the careers of young college coaches and potential college coaches. I'm looking forward to continuing to watch Coach Sutton shine and help others along his journey.   #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways. Spike Albrecht has experienced the biggest fear of most Student Athletes; the day the air goes out of the ball, and successfully pivoted into another path! We sat down to discuss his journey as an un-recruited High School player taking a chance on himself via the Prep School route. Making the most of his opportunity at the University of Michigan and going out on his terms at Purdue! Spike has spent time on the media side of sports, in sales and is now focused/passionate about helping the next generation reach their goals! The future is extremely bright for Spike Albrecht and his "under-dog" story is a must see/hear for any student athlete who feels like they've been counter out! I'm thankful to have the opportunity to share Spike's story and others like it. #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

 "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series: Ep. 8: Univ. of Missouri Head Coach Cuonzo Martin The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways. As a black man, a father of young black men and a coach/mentor to young black men it is important to show them positive examples of the possibilities and potential for their futures if they only dare to dream. I recently wrote about the perceptions, misconceptions and successes of Black Coaches in NCAA Basketball and it inspired me to take it one step further and create the "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series.    https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/more-than-just-a-recruiter  https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/more-than-just-a-recruiter-conference-championship-edition   For our eighth episode, I sat down with Mizzou Head Coach, Cuonzo Martin. We discussed his journey from East St. Louis to around the world and back. We spoke about the power of dreams, faith and perseverance. We discussed him facing the toughest battle of his life and how surviving cancer shifted his perspective of what is important in life. Coach Martin outlined the blueprint for more representation of black men in leadership roles within college basketball, and MORE!  It was great to be able to have this conversation with Coach Martin and know it will positively impact the careers of young college coaches and potential college coaches. This was an overall amazing conversation and with everything going on in the world today, Coach Martin's story and message are very much needed and I'm thankful to have the opportunity to share it.   #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

The "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series: Ep. 7: Michigan State Associate HC Dwayne Stephens The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways. As a black man, a father of young black men and a coach/mentor to young black men it is important to show them positive examples of the possibilities and potential for their futures if they only dare to dream. I recently wrote about the perceptions, misconceptions and successes of Black Coaches in NCAA Basketball and it inspired me to take it one step further and create the "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series. https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/more-than-just-a-recruiter https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/more-than-just-a-recruiter-conference-championship-edition For our seventh episode, I sat down with Michigan State University Associate Head Coach, Dwayne "D.J." Stephens. We discussed his path as a player at Michigan State to his current position as Associate Head Coach of his Alma Matter. We discussed the importance of culture within a program, the value that mentorship from other black coaches played on his personal growth/development as a coach and his desire to one day lead his own program. It was great to be able to have this conversation with Coach Stephens and know it will positively impact the careers of young college coaches and potential college coaches. This was an overall amazing conversation and with everything going on in the world today, Coach Stephens' story and message are very much needed and I'm thankful to have the opportunity to share it. #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

"More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series: Ep. 6: Florida State Assistant Coach C.Y. Young The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways. As a black man, a father of young black men and a coach/mentor to young black men it is important to show them positive examples of the possibilities and potential for their futures if they only dare to dream. I recently wrote about the perceptions, misconceptions and successes of Black Coaches in NCAA Basketball and it inspired me to take it one step further and create the "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series. https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/more-than-just-a-recruiter https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/more-than-just-a-recruiter-conference-championship-edition For our sixth episode, I sat down with Florida State University Assistant Coach, Charlton "C.Y." Young. We discussed his path as a player from Carol City High School in Miami to being one of the greatest players Georgia Southern has ever seen. As a coach; C.Y. has had stints as an Assistant at Northeastern, Auburn, Tennessee Chattanooga, Georgia Tech and was the Head Coach at Georgia Southern. Coach Young explained how the relationship formed during his recruiting process not only shaped his decision on where he would attend college, it molded him as a coach, recruiter and as a man! It was great to be able to have this conversation with Coach Young and know it will positively impact the careers of young college coaches and potential college coaches. This was an overall amazing conversation and with everything going on in the world today, Coach Young's story and message are very much needed and I'm thankful to have the opportunity to share it. #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

"More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series: Ep. 5: St. John's University Associate Head Coach TJ Cleveland. The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways. As a black man, a father of young black men and a coach/mentor to young black men it is important to show them positive examples of the possibilities and potential for their futures if they only dare to dream. I recently wrote about the perceptions, misconceptions and successes of Black Coaches in NCAA Basketball and it inspired me to take it one step further and create the "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series. https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/mor... https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/mor... For our fifth episode, I sat down with St. John's University Associate Head Coach, TJ Cleveland. We discussed his path from playing at Arkansas under the tutelage of Nolan Richardson to being an Associate Head Coach at the Big East level. It was interesting to hear how, years later, the defensive mindset learned as a player has translated to becoming a staple of his coaching philosophy. Coach Cleveland discussed how grateful he is to have worked under the leadership of Coach Mike Anderson, the importance of culture, finding positive in the midst of all of the negativity around. He touched on how his experience in door to door sales gives him perspective as a coach. This was an overall amazing conversation and with everything going on in the world today, Coach Cleveland's story and message are very much needed and I'm thankful to have the opportunity to share it. #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

"More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series: Ep. 4: University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Head Coach Pat Baldwin The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways. As a black man, a father of young black men and a coach/mentor to young black men it is important to show them positive examples of the possibilities and potential for their futures if they only dare to dream. I recently wrote about the perceptions, misconceptions and successes of Black Coaches in NCAA Basketball and it inspired me to take it one step further and create the "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series. https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/mor... https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/mor... For our fourth episode, I sat down with University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Head Coach, Pat Baldwin. We discussed his path, journey, mentorship, and other key topics. One of the things that stood out during our conversation is the importance of representation and young black kids seeing men that look like them as Head Coaches. He spoke about seeing and looking up to John Thompson growing up and the impact that had on him. Coach Baldwin took a different path, starting in Corporate America after graduating from Northwestern but knew since High School that he wanted to be a coach. We spoke about how his time in Corporate America as a business analyst made him better prepared to coach, guide and lead young men in his role as a Collegiate Basketball Coach. Coach Baldwin discussed the challenges of Recruiting/Coaching through a pandemic. We spent time discussing Social Justice issues and how he has those thought provoking conversations with his son, who just so happens to be a 5 star recruit. This was an overall amazing conversation and with everything going on in the world today, Coach Baldwin's story and message are very much needed and I'm thankful to have the opportunity to share it. #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

"More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series: Ep. 3: University of Dayton Head Coach Anthony Grant The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways. As a black man, a father of young black men and a coach/mentor to young black men it is important to show them positive examples of the possibilities and potential for their futures if they only dare to dream. I recently wrote about the perceptions, misconceptions and successes of Black Coaches in NCAA Basketball and it inspired me to take it one step further and create the "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series. https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/more-than-just-a-recruiter https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/more-than-just-a-recruiter-conference-championship-edition For our third episode, I sat down with the Naismith Men's Coach of The Year, Sporting News National Coach of The Year, & AP Coach of The Year; University of Dayton Head Coach, Anthony Grant. We discussed his path, journey and desire to give back to his Alma Mater(s). He spoke about the power of relationships, the culture of Dayton Basketball, the importance of not only having the right people on the bus but also making sure they are in the right seats, what Dayton Basketball means to the community, educating the next generation, and more. With everything going on in the world today, Coach Grant's story and message are very much needed and I'm thankful to have the opportunity to share it. #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways. Chania Ray has experienced the biggest fear of most Student Athletes; the day the air goes out of the ball. She has gracefully transitioned from running the team as a Point Guard to running her own business. She's taken the skillset that made her one of the best players in the Big 12 and utilized it to make her a successful business woman. She has utilized her drive, determination & dedication to build a sustainable brand. She is an example of what can happen if you dare to dream big and put in the work to achieve those dreams. She is a leader on and off the court who understood how to make a decade of practice, training and competition translate to "win's" in the sport of entrepreneurship. We discussed her journey and what has made her successful on and off the court. Chania spoke to me about her love and passion for her family and the things she would change about women's basketball to give more opportunities for those who travel the same path she did. The future is extremely bright for Ms. Ray and with everything going on in the world today, her story and message are very much needed. I'm thankful to have the opportunity to share Chania's story and others like it. #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways. As a black man, a father of young black men and a coach/mentor to young black men it is important to show them positive examples of the possibilities and potential for their futures if they only dare to dream. I recently wrote about the perceptions, misconceptions and successes of Black Coaches in NCAA Basketball and it inspired me to take it one step further and create the "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series. https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/more-than-just-a-recruiter https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/more-than-just-a-recruiter-conference-championship-edition In our second episode, I sit down with University of Cincinnati Assistant Coach Jayson Gee to discuss his path, journey and ability to overcome stigmas in the industry. We discuss his marriage ministry, faith, the importance of peer mentorship for young black coaches and how he reaches back and connects with those who are embarking on a coaching journey. With everything going on in the world today, Coach Gee's story and message are very much needed and I'm thankful to have the opportunity to share it. #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways. As a black man, a father of young black men and a coach/mentor to young black men it is important to show them positive examples of the possibilities and potential for their futures if they only dare to dream. I recently wrote about the perceptions, misconceptions and successes of Black Coaches in NCAA Basketball and it inspired me to take it one step further and create the "More Than Just A Recruiter" Interview Series. https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/more-than-just-a-recruiter https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/more-than-just-a-recruiter-conference-championship-edition In our first episode, I sit down with Boston College Assistant Coach Chris Cheeks to discuss his path, journey and ability to overcome stigmas in the industry. With everything going on in the world today, Coach Cheeks' story and message are very much needed and I'm thankful to have the opportunity to share it. #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways.   Zia Cooke is a transcendent athlete. One of the most talented & popular athletes to come out of Toledo, OH regardless of gender. She has utilized her drive, determination & dedication to make her one of the best players in the country. This past season she was named to the SEC All-Freshman Team while playing for one of the best and most talented teams in the country.  Her story is important for young girls all around the country. She is an example of what can happen if you dare to dream big and put in the work to achieve those dreams.   We discussed the adjustment process of going from High School to College and competing at a high level, how being cut from Team USA showed her how much she really wanted to be great and fueled her commitment to the process!   With everything going on in the world today, Zia Cooke's story and message are very much needed and I'm thankful to have the opportunity to share it. #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways.   Romeo Travis is an example of what happens when you focus on the task at hand and make it a conscious daily effort to outwork the competition. He utilized his athletic ability, and lessons learned during his growth & development on and off the court to transcend beyond the perceived glass ceiling of his neighborhood and the things that plagued many of the young black men who come from the city of Akron and similar cities around the country.   The 2x Ohio High School Athletic Association State Champion, High School National Champion, distinguished alum of The University of Akron & International Professional Basketball player brought context to global issues and hopefully enlightened young athletes on what it takes to be successful on and off the court. We discussed the escapism that basketball and other organized youth sports provide, the ability youth athletics has to shape and mold young black lives, the sacrifice required and the price of success coupled with our responsibility to push our young black boys to BEAT ALL REQUIREMENTS!   With everything going on in the world today, Romeo Travis' story and message are very much needed and I'm thankful to have the opportunity to share it. #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways. As a black man, a father of young black men and a coach/mentor to young black men it is important to show them positive examples of the possibilities and potential for their futures if they only dare to dream. Lindsey Hunter is an example of the opportunities for success that exist within the structure of the HBCU environment. He utilized his athletic ability, and lessons learned during his growth & development on and off the court to transcend beyond the perceived glass ceiling stopping HBCU athlete's from making it successfully to the PRO's. The 2x NBA Champion brought context to global issues and hopefully enlightened young athletes on what it's like to play at the HBCU level. With everything going on in the world today, Coach Hunter's story and message are very much needed and I'm thankful to have the opportunity to share it. #FreeGame #GoFURTHER

The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways. As a black man, a father of young black men and a coach/mentor to young black men it is important to show them positive examples of the possibilities and potential for their futures if they only dare to dream. Kam Buckner's story is AMAZING. A young man from the South Side of Chicago who never saw lawyers & law-makers growing up but knew the way to effect change was through education and a career in politics. He utilized his athletic ability, and lessons learned through his growth & development on and off the field to become the man he is today. With everything going on in the world today, Kam's story and message are very much needed and I'm thankful to have the opportunity to share it. #GoFURTHER

Every year hundreds of thousands of Student Athletes miss out on an opportunity to extend their playing careers and use their athletic ability as a vehicle to earn their college education due to academic in-eligibility. In this zoom interview with Kim Michelson, the co-founder of an industry changing company focusing on Student Athlete college eligibility called Honest Game (@HonestGameNCAA www.honestgame.com), we discuss the problem at hand and the solution that her company has created. I was connected to Kim through a friend in the athletic space who knew Honest Game aligned with The Brantley Method's mission of Education, Inspiration & Motivation. Our initial phone call quickly blossomed into a partnership and Honest Game will serve an integral role in our National Preseason Showcase Series (https://www.thebrantleymethod.com/upcoming-events) this fall. All Student Athletes, Parents, Coaches & Program Directors should take a moment to watch this and gain a better understanding of the college eligibility process and the minor mistakes that can lead to major heartache for young boys and girls who dream of competing collegiately! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebrantleymethod/support

Victim or Victor of Your Circumstances? The choice is yours! For Antonio there was no choice, being a Victor was his ONLY option!   Who is Antonio Graves?  @Pitt_MBB alum, a pro basketball player, husband, father and most importantly a WINNER in life!  The foundational pillars for The Brantley Method are Inspiration, Motivation and Education; the mission is to utilize stories as a vehicle to provide those pillars to the world in unique ways. Antonio Graves has an AMAZING story & I'm excited to share that with you. His story starts as a boy in Mansfield, OH with a vision of being just as good on the basketball court as his friends. With the help of his older brother his dream transitioned, from being equal to those around him, to reaching a level that was believed inconceivable; High Major College Basketball! Follow along as Antonio recounts his journey and the struggles that came with chasing a dream that admittedly at times was unfathomable to even himself. #GoFURTHER

No stranger to Elite Youth Basketball; People in the NIKE EYBL circuit, college basketball coaches, and NBA scouts have his number locked in their phones. But for me it is important to tell the story of how Terrance “Munch” Williams became a change agent and used basketball as a conduit to enhance and improve the lives of young men through the commonality of their love of basketball. In the last decade he's built a program that has developed All-Americans, Division 1 scholarship players and NBA Draft Picks but most importantly they've cultivated a program where education & emotional growth and development has become the underlying mission at hand. Munch and I sat down in the gym that was the birthplace of PSA Cardinals and discussed topics ranging from the growth and development of the program, the motivation that drives him to continuously think one step ahead, how he's utilized basketball as a conduit to provide amazing educational opportunities to minority youth from New York City, how PSA Cardinals has not only shown him growth in the Student Athletes he serves; but also growth within himself, how “Elite Youth” is about a whole lot more than basketball, an amazing young man that symbolizes a lot of the other stories of student athletes who have matriculated through the program by the name of Tony Boateng, and more... This was an amazing interview start to finish and I walked away with something that I didn't think was possible; even more respect for Terrance “Munch” Williams and all that him and his team has created in PSA Cardinals! I hope you enjoy this interview as much as I did. #GoFURTHER

Excited to share with you The #FreeGame Interview w/Former Texas A&M Assistant Ulric Maligi @coach_maligi #GoFURTHER