Podcasts about Jerry Tarkanian

Ok, I get it, this is a weird one for the People of Packaging Podcast but it's so worth it! Tommy is a business and leadership coach with global experience leading teams and developing talent. Why wouldn't you want to learn from him? His website is www.tommysheppard.com and his LinkedIn is another way to connectHere are some show notes!In this crossover episode for the People of Packaging and Utah HS Hoops podcasts, Adam Peek sits down with veteran sports executive Tommy Sheppard to discuss servant leadership, building relational equity, and navigating a career in an NBA front office. The conversation bridges the gap between basketball operations and everyday business management by highlighting how genuine connections and treating people right remain the ultimate metrics for success.Episode Timestamps* 00:00 Introduction to the unique crossover format and welcoming listeners.* 01:17 Tommy Sheppard details his background and entry into the sports industry.* 02:00 Early career steps working in sports information at UNLV under Jerry Tarkanian.* 02:15 Joining the Denver Nuggets in 1994 and experiencing a decade of massive organizational change.* 03:41 The emotional rollercoaster of the NBA, from thrilling playoff runs to a historically difficult 11 win season.* 06:16 A humorous look at the contrast between teenage sports fandom and the reality of working alongside professional athletes.* 08:26 Honoring the life and legacy of Joe Wolf, emphasizing the profound and lasting impact of authentic friendships.* 11:32 Tommy explains his internal transition from public relations into scouting and formal basketball operations.* 12:24 The journey to the Washington Wizards, ultimately taking on the General Manager role after years of dedicated work.* 15:00 Core leadership principles, the necessity of humility, and why executives should never take themselves too seriously.* 18:00 The immense value of servant leadership and building relational equity instead of relying on purely transactional interactions.* 20:52 Final reflections on maintaining a positive attitude, protecting your work ethic, and controlling what you can control.Key Takeaways* Servant Leadership Translates Everywhere: Whether managing an NBA roster or a corporate team, prioritizing people and prioritizing relational equity consistently yields the best long term results. Tommy highlights that job titles are temporary, but the way you treat people endures forever.* Control the Controllables: Attitude, daily effort, and how you treat your colleagues are entirely within your control. Even when external circumstances fluctuate wildly, showing up with gratitude makes a tangible difference in team culture.* Authenticity Over Ego: Moving through various roles requires checking your ego at the door. Remaining grounded, remembering your roots, and acting with kindness toward everyone in the organization builds a resilient and supportive professional environment.This detailed exploration of the human side of sports provides practical lessons that apply directly to navigating any corporate landscape, proving that solid fundamentals win both on the court and in the boardroom. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit encase.substack.com

The lifeblood to almost any high school program is its youth program, so today, we break down the important elements of developing a quality youth program. We discuss structure, areas of emphasis, bringing in the right people and much more! In addtiion, we've got a great quote from Bob Starkey, and we study one of the legends of college basketball, Jerry Tarkanian, also known as "Tark The Shark". Enjoy!

Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth are joined by Scott Caulfield for a fun and thought-provoking discussion about the evolution of college basketball coaching. Looking back at some of the sport's most memorable personalities, the guys explore why coaching icons once loomed so large over the game—and why today's coaches often feel very different.The Golden Age of Coaching PersonalitiesThe conversation begins with a trip down memory lane as Bob, Mike, and Scott revisit some of the unforgettable characters who once dominated college basketball.Why coaches like Bob Knight, Jim Valvano, John Thompson, Jerry Tarkanian, Lou Carnesecca, and Rollie Massimino became household namesThe quirks, stories, and larger-than-life personalities that made coaches stars in their own rightHow many of these coaches became synonymous with their programs and even their conferencesWhich legendary coaches would make the best dinner companionsAlong the way, the guys share plenty of stories, laughs, and memories from college basketball's colorful past.Why Today's Coaches Feel DifferentThe discussion then turns to the modern game and why today's coaches often seem more corporate, measured, and interchangeable.Topics include:The "nerdification" and professionalization of coachingHow media scrutiny, social media, and 24/7 coverage have changed coaching behaviorWhy modern coaches often look more like executives than old-school basketball lifersThe impact of shorter coaching tenures and increased job movementThe group also debates whether the sport has simply changed—or whether we've lost something valuable along the way.NIL, Realignment, and the New Coaching RealityAs the conversation evolves, Bob, Mike, and Scott examine how NIL, the transfer portal, and the changing economics of college sports have fundamentally altered the coaching profession.Why college coaching may now be more difficult than NBA coachingHow roster management and fundraising have reshaped the head coach's jobWhether today's coaches are being hired primarily to win games rather than build programs and young menWhy the modern environment may discourage the kind of eccentric personalities that once thrived in the sportThe guys also discuss Dusty May's departure for the NBA and what it says about the future of college basketball coaching.Is There Room for Characters to Return?The episode closes with a fascinating discussion about whether coaching personalities could eventually make a comeback.Could larger support staffs and general managers eventually free coaches to simply coach again? Or has college basketball permanently moved into a more corporate era?It's a thoughtful conversation about leadership, culture, nostalgia, and where the sport may be headed next.Bottom line: This episode is equal parts basketball history, cultural analysis, and old-school storytelling as Bob, Mike, and Scott explore why college basketball once felt full of unforgettable characters—and whether those days are truly gone for good.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jack Fertig is an elite basketball mind. He was the Director of Basketball Operations for Jerry Tarkanian at Fresno State as well as being an assistant at a variety of universities including Tennessee, Vermont, Oregon, USC and Washington State. In the first of two segments, Jack breaks down the Final Four and dives into Duke. Namely, how they never should have lost their regional final vs UConn. The Christopher Gabriel Program ----------------------------------------------------------- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Christopher Gabriel Program' on all platforms: The Christopher Gabriel Program is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- The Christopher Gabriel Program | Website | Facebook | X | Instagram | --- Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jack Fertig is an elite basketball mind. He was the Director of Basketball Operations for Jerry Tarkanian at Fresno State as well as being an assistant at a variety of universities including Tennessee, Vermont, Oregon, USC and Washington State. In the first of two segments, Jack breaks down the Final Four and dives into Duke. Namely, how they never should have lost their regional final vs UConn. The Christopher Gabriel Program ----------------------------------------------------------- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Christopher Gabriel Program' on all platforms: The Christopher Gabriel Program is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- The Christopher Gabriel Program | Website | Facebook | X | Instagram | --- Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When the body of a Vegas power broker showed up in the back of a Rolls Royce in 1979, the new sports capital of America was born. Why the hell did superstar UNLV coach Jerry Tarkanian's guy really get whacked? Correspondent Sean Carey unearths police reports, a thrown fight against Sugar Ray Leonard... and a bag man on the skim who re-legitimized Sin City — and proves HBO's hit show wrong.(Additional reporting by Kris Belman) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Coach Mark Gottfried Show – Ep. 89 | Andy Katz Two of college basketball's most respected voices go deep. Mark Gottfried sits down with legendary journalist Andy Katz for a raw, insightful conversation on the past, present, and chaotic future of the sport we love. From covering Jerry Tarkanian at Fresno State in the '90s to becoming one of the most trusted names in college hoops media, Andy shares the real story of how he built a Hall of Fame career — without ever doing “gotcha” journalism. He explains why trust with coaches matters more than being first, why context beats clickbait, and the brutal discipline it takes to verify every breaking story with multiple sources. Then the conversation turns to the game today and it gets real. Andy and Coach G break down the Wild West of NIL and the transfer portal, why the current system is broken, and what enforceable contracts with real incentives and penalties could look like. They question whether university presidents should still be running the NCAA, debate the eligibility mess (including the Charles Bediako case), and discuss which veteran coaches are thriving… and which ones are completely fed up. Plus — Andy reveals his personal Mount Rushmore of College Basketball Coaches (and yes, it includes a surprise 5th name that will spark debate). If you want the unfiltered truth about where college basketball is headed — from a guy who's been in every locker room and press conference for 30+ years — this is the episode. Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome & Andy's early days covering Tarkanian 08:45 – How he broke into TV at ESPN 15:30 – Why he refuses “hot seat” speculation 22:10 – The art of building trust with coaches 31:20 – NIL & Transfer Portal: What needs to change NOW 44:50 – NCAA leadership: Presidents vs. Athletic minds 52:15 – Eligibility rules & the Charles Bediako situation 1:01:40 – Coaching carousel: Who's adapting, who's frustrated 1:12:20 – Andy Katz's Mount Rushmore of Coaches 1:20:05 – Final thoughts & legacy Drop a comment: Who's on YOUR Mount Rushmore? Subscribe for more unfiltered conversations with the biggest names in college basketball every week. #CollegeBasketball #AndyKatz #NIL #TransferPortal #NCAA #MarkGottfried #MountRushmore

This is the first episode of a weekly episode of This Week in Sports History. In this episode among other great basketball championship games that took place week (March 30- April 5) we are going to highlight the 1991 Final Four that took place in Indianapolis. The Final four that year was highlighted by the national Semifinal between defending champion UNLV Runnin' Rebels coached by Jerry Tarkanian and the Duke Blue Devils which was a rematch of the National Championship game the year before. Along with several college basketball title games that took place that week, we will highlight a pair of heavyweight boxing matches including one that took place over a century ago. To contact the show, please e-mail us at Historically.Speaking.Sports@gmail.com.

Bob Huggins, a member of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, the 3rd-winningest coach ever in Men's D1 College Basketball and who led two different programs (Cincinnati and West Virginia) to Final Fours, talks with Says Who Sports to share his perspectives on a variety of topics, including his thoughts on a possible return to coaching, his continued philanthropic efforts on behalf of his fellow West Virginians (especially youngsters), the powerful influence of his father and legendary coach, Charlie, including the valuable experience he gained working the renowned Eastern Ohio basketball camps started decades ago by his dad and Pennsylvania coaching legend Ed McCluskey, the factors that separate a great coach from a good coach, the impact on him of close friend and mentor Charlie Spoonhour, his longtime friendships with Jerry West, Jerry Tarkanian and John Calipari, what it was like coaching great players such as Kenyon Martin, Nick Van Exel, and Da'Sean Butler, learning from mistakes including those in the spring of '23 that led to him leaving his job as head coach at West Virginia and how he has become a better person thru that learning, his thoughts about the state of college basketball including the NCAA and (some) university presidents, his days as an assistant coach for Eldon Miller at Ohio State and conversations with Woody Hayes, his plans for Christmas, a prevailing gratitude for family and his life journey including the many gifts the game of basketball and those around it have given him, and more! 

In what was a first for this podcast, Georgia Tech head coach Bruce Heppler escaped from an elevator just in time to record. Safely back in his office, Heppler talks about the significant of the Yellow Jackets' win at the Olympia Fields/Fighting Illini Invitational last weekend, Ben Reuter's incredible journey so far in college golf, the ever-changing landscape of college golf and athletics in general and what it was like coaching 6-foot-9 Christo Lamprecht. He then shares some old stories about his start in coaching – and time before that serving as 'cheerleader supervisor' and equipment manager for the UNLV basketball team under legendary coach Jerry Tarkanian. The story about Heppler, Stacey Augmon and Co. driving around Louisville one night is a must-listen! Burko and Brentley then say goodbye to Hepp and dive right into a bevy of results, from Oklahoma winning Valero to Texas getting its first win under coach Laura Ianello at the Mason Rudolph. Oh, and if you have any tips on growing grass in Central Florida, please send to Brentley.

Part 3 with longtime college basketball assistant Jack Fertig. Here Jack discusses his long association with the one and only Jerry Tarkanian. Also - which is worse for college athletics: NIL or the Transfer Portal.  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Christopher Gabriel Program' on all platforms:    The Christopher Gabriel Program is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.  ---  The Christopher Gabriel Program   | Website | Facebook | X | Instagram |   ---  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jack Fertig is one of the nation's elite basketball minds. He was a top assistant for many years at places like Tennessee, USC, Oregon, Washington State and, notably, at Fresno State where he worked alongside Jerry Tarkanian. In the first of three parts, Jack discusses the move to the Pac-12 by Fresno State (beginning in 2026, announced on Thursday, Sept. 12th), the hiring of Vance Walberg and how this all may (or may not) shake out.  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Christopher Gabriel Program' on all platforms:    The Christopher Gabriel Program is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.  ---  The Christopher Gabriel Program   | Website | Facebook | X | Instagram |   ---  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Part 3 with longtime college basketball assistant Jack Fertig. Here Jack discusses his long association with the one and only Jerry Tarkanian. Also - which is worse for college athletics: NIL or the Transfer Portal.  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Christopher Gabriel Program' on all platforms:    The Christopher Gabriel Program is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.  ---  The Christopher Gabriel Program   | Website | Facebook | X | Instagram |   ---  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jack Fertig is one of the nation's elite basketball minds. He was a top assistant for many years at places like Tennessee, USC, Oregon, Washington State and, notably, at Fresno State where he worked alongside Jerry Tarkanian. In the first of three parts, Jack discusses the move to the Pac-12 by Fresno State (beginning in 2026, announced on Thursday, Sept. 12th), the hiring of Vance Walberg and how this all may (or may not) shake out.  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Christopher Gabriel Program' on all platforms:    The Christopher Gabriel Program is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.  ---  The Christopher Gabriel Program   | Website | Facebook | X | Instagram |   ---  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Braves hurtful to watch, Soler's pinball play in right, bad balls & strikes, Snitker ejected, Bristol Motor Speedway to host Braves & Reds, White Sox finally win, Falcons WR injury, Browns to move to the burbs in a domed stadium? Caleb Williams carries your grandma's purse, Saints owner is a Saint, Spencer Rattler riles up LSU fans, Cris "Crybaby" Carter talking tough, Longhorns RB major injury, Harbaugh slapped on wrist, Olympics cocaine, women proposing to men? Lebron makes an arse of himself, Irish real woman boxer wins, IOC is Orwellian, green wackos attack Messi, yachts, swimming the English Channel & no that's not an illegal immigrant story, Dream Team, Jerry Tarkanian, Frank Howard, Jose Cruz, Ken Dryden, rock climbing, Federer, Alan Ameche, Gene Mauch, Bobby Bowden, Iron Joe McGinnity, Les Brown, Joe DiMaggio, Casey Stengel, Pete Rose, lesbian Dodgers fans kissing, John Smoltz, Mark DeRosa, This Day in Sports History, plus quotes from Jimmy Breslin, Harry Caray, and Jay Leno! 

Chris Herren's story is one of profound struggle and eventual redemption. Addiction impacts millions of families in heartbreaking ways. I know this personally and through sitting with multiple clients who have been going through it with loved ones. This makes today's conversation about addiction and recovery on the Cracking Open podcast especially powerful. As a young basketball prodigy from Fall River, MA, Chris soared to fame with over 2000 points in high school, even gracing the cover of Sports Illustrated before graduating. However, his journey with addiction had already started to derail his life and his future as a professional athlete. Due to repeated failed drug tests, Chris was expelled from Boston College.Legendary coach Jerry Tarkanian reached out to Chris and gave him a second chance to play college basketball at Fresno State. He flourished there, leading him into the NBA, playing with the Denver Nuggets and Boston Celtics. In secret though, Chris was still battling with alcohol and drug addiction, and basketball simply couldn't compete with the lure of alcohol, cocaine, and heroin. Despite his success on the court, his personal life spiraled out of control, culminating in an overdose and near-death experience in 2008. Through what he calls his "sherpas" – guiding lights on his journey – Chris fully embraced recovery, and has been sober since August 1, 2008. He continues to share his story through various platforms, including his bestselling memoir Basketball Junkie and the Emmy-nominated ESPN Films documentary Unguarded.Chris has dedicated his life to sobriety and creating a positive impact in the world. Through his company Herren Talks, he has reached over a million students and community members, sparking crucial conversations about substance use disorder and wellness. Chris's nonprofit Herren Project, empowers schools and communities to make healthy choices and supports families through recovery. Herren Wellness, established in 2018, offers residential health and wellness programs to support substance-free living.Chris's journey and this conversation around addiction recovery will resonate deeply with many of you. Even if you have not been personally touched by addiction, understanding this topic and its impact is crucial, making this conversation particularly significant.Love,MollyLearn more about Chris Herren and his work hereFollow Chris on InstagramMolly's next 3-month Cracking Open group coaching program starts in July 2024! Learn more here.Interested in a VIP Coaching Day with Molly?Email Molly for more details!Follow Molly on Instagram and Facebook

The ghost of Jerry Tarkanian doesn't care about baseball.Featuring:Beyond the Veil [Lauren Frost]

TalkSports 11-30 HR 3: Was Jerry Tarkanian Whacked By The Mob? by Fanrun Radio

This is one of the most powerful conversations on the subject of addiction and redemption I've been honored to host in the eleven-year history of this show. Left untreated, addiction decimates everything in its path. I've lived through it. I've borne witness to its wrath in countless others. And I've walked the wreckage it inevitably reaps. But my story pales in comparison to what Chris Herren has endured—and survived to now share in service of helping others. Lauded as one of the greatest basketball players of his generation before he even graduated high school, Chris graced the cover of Sports Illustrated during his freshman year playing point guard for Boston College. Ousted courtesy of his outsized partying led him west to Fresno State, where he flourished for a flash under legendary coach Jerry Tarkanian, leading to stints in the NBA with the Denver Nuggets and Boston Celtics. It didn't last (it never does) so he took his game across the European and Asian circuits, a ticking time-bomb awaiting detonation. Basketball simply couldn't compete with alcohol, cocaine, and heroin. So it wasn't long before Chris' nightmare turned him into into roadkill—an overdose he barely survived that would, inelegantly and eventually, lead to a rebirth and redemption. What has transpired in the 14 years since Chris got sober is a remarkable, phoenix-like journey of recovery and redemption that has transformed his life from utterly craven to one of extraordinary purpose, meaning, and selfless service as a leading voice on the topic of substance use prevention. Note: This conversation traverses difficult emotional terrain. If you are struggling, please raise your hand and reach out for help. You can find information about Alcoholics Anonymous (and meetings near you) at AA.org and Narcotics Anonymous at NA.org. You can also contact SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP. If you are experiencing suicidal ideation, know you're not alone. I encourage you to call the Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1(800) 273-TALK. If you are suffering from some form of addiction, this episode is a must-listen. Even if you're not an addict, I encourage you to embrace this conversation as a means to better understand the affliction, as chances are you probably know someone in need of help. Show notes + MORE Watch on YouTube Newsletter Sign-Up Today's Sponsors: Roka: ROKA.COM/RICHROLL Faherty Brand: FahertyBrand.com/RICHROLL AG1: drinkAG1.com/RICHROLL On: On.com/richroll Peace + Plants, Rich

Harvey Hyde has had a long career in coaching through the collegiate football ranks. He started as a high school assistant coach and worked his way to the head football coach at Hawaii and UNLV. He talks not only about winning on the football field, but how football taught him to win in life! Harvey talks about the days when him and Jerry Tarkanian used to run Las Vegas and why he was let go. Harvey's Twitter: https://twitter.com/CoachHarveyHyde?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor http://harveyhyde.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mikeduppod/ Please share with a friend or two - and please don't forget to leave a review and 5 stars!

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Rich reacts to the Baltimore Ravens pre-draft press conference that got a bit heated when all the reporters wanted to ask about was Lamar Jackson. Shoe/Marketing legend Sonny Vaccaro joins Rich in-studio where he says what it's like being portrayed by Matt Damon in the new film ‘Air,' how bringing Michael Jordan into the Nike fold changed sports marketing forever, how he knew Kobe Bryant was a special competitor even when he was just a junior in high school, and discusses Jerry Tarkanian's UNLV Runnin' Rebels and Michigan's Fab 5's impact on sports culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Far Middle episode 90 is dedicated to the 1989-90 UNLV Runnin' Rebels basketball team and Coach Jerry Tarkanian, aka “Tark the Shark.” Nick describes the 1990 NCAA Tournament Champs as disruptive and innovative thanks to a combination of super-talented players, coaching, and buttressed by the Amoeba defense. Nick continues the themes of disruption and innovation throughout episode 90, beginning with former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s late 2022 comments on the Uyghur Policy Act. Nick says her speech was quite good, but her words don’t mesh with Congress’ energy and environmental policy actions over the past several years. Those actions have worsened the planet's environmental health, strengthened the oppressor's hand, weakened Western democracies, and are crushing the freedom of the individual. The words from former Speaker Pelosi were great, but unfortunately, her and Congress’ policy actions speak much louder. Nick then rewinds the clock to a May 1941 radio address by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, drawing similarities to FDR’s comments on Germany to the threat we face today from China. “It’s like a voice from the past is warning us about the dangers of the present,” says Nick. He notes he’s not FDR’s biggest fan, as you can read about in Precipice, but commends the former president’s ability to inspire. Next, Nick addresses the confluence of influences and forces that have come together to indoctrinate our next generation into believing climate change is the country and the world’s most pressing problem. The information campaigns that have led to these beliefs are the same that has led to two major mid-Atlantic natural gas pipelines being delayed/canceled by their developers—projects that would have reduced carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 400 million tons. While the U.S. strangles natural gas infrastructure investment, China welcomes it with open arms—to the tune of $2 trillion. And those trillions in state investment are attracting private investment from banks, investors, and private equity. Nick moves from China to the Eurozone, continuing to discuss dollars and illogical sense, as Eurozone government spending is now more than half of the region’s economic output. Nick concludes by noting that February 11, a few days after this episode’s release, marks the day Nelson Mandela was released in 1990 from prison after serving 27 brutal years of incarceration. Nick closes with three inspirational quotes from Mandela. And in Far Middle connection-serendipity, February 11 (2015) also marks the anniversary of Jerry Tarkanian’s passing.

The Pioneers collection is a celebration of black excellence in college basketball during Black History Month, featuring teams such as Texas Western who won the national championship in 1966 with five all-black starters, 1984 Georgetown led by coach John Thompson and star center Patrick Ewing, UNLV led by coach Jerry Tarkanian and players Larry Johnson, Stacey Augmon, and Greg Anthony who won the title in 1990, and the Fab Five, a highly-recruited class of five freshmen who changed the game on and off the court in the early 1990s.Referenced in the show - https://www.blackfives.org/Coach Thompson's Biography - https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250619341/icameasashadowPodcast on Coach Thompson - https://open.spotify.com/episode/5YyHijQybcVmVbvvSbCh1X?si=uU3RH7rmQuC1243u7upJewRich Paul Biography- https://www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Daily/Issues/2022/12/13/People-and-Pop-Culture/rich-paul-book.aspx19nine | Celebrating Hardwood History 19nine knows college basketball. Officially Licensed proud to partner with the leading universities.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. APPLE, SPOTIFY 19Nine Instagram, 19NineTwitter Email Us: 19ninePodcast@19nine.com

Jack Fertig is a veteran basketball coach who worked for Hall of Famers George Raveling and Jerry Tarkanian. Coach Fertig joins Jeff and Lason to share stories of his coaching career.

Take a trip around the world with Alexander Wolff, one of the most lyrical writers of his era. He shares some gems from chronicling basketball's international growth during his 36 years at Sports Illustrated. We're in a car with him, Dennis Rodman and Carmen Electra at 3 a.m. We tag along to remote Asia where royalty wasn't keen on man-to-man D. We hear about Jerry Tarkanian making an offer that Alex refused. Go to Tobacco Road and learn the differences between Dean Smith and Mike Krzyzewski. Alex recounts the college version of Michael Jordan, and how MJ helped spread hoops around the planet. We also talk a little football as Alex explains the backstory of his open letter to The U and its blowback from outraged Miami fans.   The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame recognized Wolff with its 2011 Curt Gowdy Media Award for lifetime contributions to the game as a print journalist. Alex joined Sports Illustrated as a researcher in September 1980 after earning a bachelor's degree in history with honors from Princeton, where he had served as a freelance writer for the Trenton Times. Wolff became a writer at SI in 1982, at age 25, and the magazine named him a senior writer in 1985.   Besides basketball, Wolff also covered the Olympics, the World Cup, the World Series, every Grand Slam tennis event, and the Tour de France before leaving Sports Illustrated and SI.com in 2016 as the longest-tenured writer on staff. He reported from China, Cuba, Russia and Iran, and often wrote about issues where and sports and society intersect.   Wolff's work has been anthologized in The Best American Sports Writing, Best Sports Stories, Sports Illustrated's Fifty Years of Great Writing, and The Princeton Anthology of Writing. In 1996, Alex collaborated with Hoop Dreams filmmakers Peter Gilbert and Steve James to make Team of Broken Dreams, which detailed the impact of the Yugoslav crisis on basketball players from the Balkans. The documentary, based on one of Wolff's Sports Illustrated articles and broadcast on NBC, was nominated for an Emmy and won the International Olympic Committee's Olympic Media Award. When he served as president of the U.S. Basketball Writers Association, Wolff helped found the USBWA's Full Court Press journalism scholarship and seminar program. He is the former owner of the now defunct Vermont Frost Heaves, which won American Basketball Association championships in 2007 and 2008.   Wolff is the author or co-author of seven books about basketball: Wolf also edited and introduced a collection of basketball writing for the Library of America in 2018 called “Basketball: Great Writing about America's Game.”   “Endpaper: A Family Story of Books, War, Escape, and Home” is Wolff's latest book, published in 2021. He explores the lives of his grandfather and father, who were both born in Germany and later became American citizens.   Check out Alex's website: https://alexanderwolff.com/   Read articles that Alex wrote for Sports Illustrated: https://alexanderwolff.com/stories-for-sports-illustrated/   Follow him on Twitter: @alexander_wolff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday edition of the show, Aaron explains why we actually learned a lot about Big Ten Media Days, including the confident Michigan Wolverines, James Franklin speaking his mind and Kevin Warren being full of-you-know what. Then he welcomes in 10-year NBA vet Rafer Alston to talk about the And1 MixTape Tour and a new documentary and wraps with "Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong." Here's a full rundown of the show: What we learned at Big Ten Media Days (3:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing Big Ten Media Days takeaways. He explains why the event proved Kevin Warren is full of it, and why he doesn't buy any expansion rumors. Also, confident Jim Harbaugh, swaggy James Franklin and why Scott Frost saying nothing, meant everything. Rafer Alston joins the show (24:00): Next up, Aaron welcomes on 10-year NBA vet Rafer Alston to the show to discuss the new Showtime documentary "Point Gods." The guys discuss growing up in New York, playing for Jerry Tarkanian, the And1 Mixtape tour and more. Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong (57:00): Finally, Aaron wraps with America's favorite segment - Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong. Among the topics include SEC football projections, LIV Golf, Jeremy Pruitt, John Calipari's recruiting and more. Today's episode is brought to you by DraftKings Sports Book - bet $5 on any UFC 277 fight and automatically win $100 in free bets thanks to DraftKings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan Wetzel takes us into the gray netherworld of sports, where some writers aren't willing to tread. We discuss how his experiences covering college basketball and AAU taught him to look beyond cliches. Hear about characters such as Sonny Vaccaro, Jerry Tarkanian and others who were easily cast into roles for a simple narrative. Dan puts us in the media room when John Chaney threatened to kill John Calipari. And the Yahoo Sports national columnist describes the tensions and emotions that existed in the court rooms when he covered the trials of Aaron Hernandez and Larry Nassar. Wetzel is the author of these books: · “Sole Influence: Basketball, Corporate Greed and the Corruption of America's Youth” with Don Yaeger of Sports Illustrated · “Glory Road” with former University of Texas-El Paso basketball coach Don Haskins · “Runnin' Rebel: Shark Tales of ‘Extra Benefits,' Frank Sinatra, and Winning It All” with former UNLV basketball coach Jerry Tarkanian. · “Resilience: Faith, Focus, Triumph” with Alonso Mourning · “Death to the BCS: The Definitive Case Against the Bowl Championship Series” with Josh Peter and Jeff Passan   And he has written several sports biographies for children as part of the Epic Athletes series : · Stephen Curry · Alex Morgan · Serena Williams · Tom Brady · LeBron James · Lionel Messi · Simone Biles · Kevin Durant · Patrick Mahomes · Zion Williamson   Follow him on Twitter (@DanWetzel) and Instagram (wetzelsports). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders chat with Yahoo Sports columnist Dan Wetzel on this episode of the Blue-White Breakdown. Wetzel, a New York Times' best-selling author, shares his thoughts on the Big Ten's best coaches, the impact of NIL, the future of Big Ten football schedules and his favorite Jerry Tarkanian stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ross Porter pays his first visit to the “Fifth Hour with Ben Maller, and Danny G Radio.” Ross spent 28 glorious seasons working alongside Vin Scully calling Los Angeles Dodgers games on radio and television. We do a deep dive into his spectacular career behind the microphones that started in Shawnee, Oklahoma at the tender age of 14. Ross has seen and done it all, he worked at NBC in LA with TV legends Tom Brokaw and Tom Snyder, covered Super Bowl I, called regional NFL games, and UNLV basketball during the Jerry Tarkanian glory days and so much more. It's a resume that landed Porter a spot in the Southern California Broadcasters Hall of Fame. Ross played an influential role in helping Ben as a neophyte on DodgerTalk early in his career.  Follow Ross on Twitter @therossporter, and check out his YouTube channel: Ross Porter Sports. Follow Danny G Radio on Twitter @DannyGradio, Follow Big Ben on Twitter @BenMaller, and listen to the original "Ben Maller Show," Monday-Friday on 450+ terrestrial Fox Sports Radio affiliates, iHeart stream, and SiriusXM Radio channel 83, 2a-6a ET, 11p-3a PT! #BenMaller #FSRWeekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ross Porter pays his first visit to the “Fifth Hour with Ben Maller, and Danny G Radio.” Ross spent 28 glorious seasons working alongside Vin Scully calling Los Angeles Dodgers games on radio and television. We do a deep dive into his spectacular career behind the microphones that started in Shawnee, Oklahoma at the tender age of 14. Ross has seen and done it all, he worked at NBC in LA with TV legends Tom Brokaw and Tom Snyder, covered Super Bowl I, called regional NFL games, and UNLV basketball during the Jerry Tarkanian glory days and so much more. It's a resume that landed Porter a spot in the Southern California Broadcasters Hall of Fame. Ross played an influential role in helping Ben as a neophyte on DodgerTalk early in his career.  Follow Ross on Twitter @therossporter, and check out his YouTube channel: Ross Porter Sports. Follow Danny G Radio on Twitter @DannyGradio, Follow Big Ben on Twitter @BenMaller, and listen to the original "Ben Maller Show," Monday-Friday on 450+ terrestrial Fox Sports Radio affiliates, iHeart stream, and SiriusXM Radio channel 83, 2a-6a ET, 11p-3a PT! #BenMaller #FSRWeekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ross Porter pays his first visit to the “Fifth Hour with Ben Maller, and Danny G Radio.” Ross spent 28 glorious seasons working alongside Vin Scully calling Los Angeles Dodgers games on radio and television. We do a deep dive into his spectacular career behind the microphones that started in Shawnee, Oklahoma at the tender age of 14. Ross has seen and done it all, he worked at NBC in LA with TV legends Tom Brokaw and Tom Snyder, covered Super Bowl I, called regional NFL games, and UNLV basketball during the Jerry Tarkanian glory days and so much more. It's a resume that landed Porter a spot in the Southern California Broadcasters Hall of Fame. Ross played an influential role in helping Ben as a neophyte on DodgerTalk early in his career.  Follow Ross on Twitter @therossporter, and check out his YouTube channel: Ross Porter Sports. Follow Danny G Radio on Twitter @DannyGradio, Follow Big Ben on Twitter @BenMaller, and listen to the original "Ben Maller Show," Monday-Friday on 450+ terrestrial Fox Sports Radio affiliates, iHeart stream, and SiriusXM Radio channel 83, 2a-6a ET, 11p-3a PT! #BenMaller #FSRWeekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Casey Hall and I take a deep dive on "Winning Time" Episode III, uniquely titled "The Best Is Yet to Come". This episode highlights the search for a new Lakers coach, with Dr. Buss adamant that Jerry Tarkanian is his guy. Other subplots include Earvin Johnson's acclimation to Los Angeles socially and Jerry West finding his way. It's our favorite episode so far, so enjoy!

Llegamos al tercer capítulo de la serie de HBO Max Lakers: Tiempo de ganar, y comentamos con ustedes los momentos mas importantes en este capítulo, como la salida de jerry West y su reacción posterior, aparece por primera vez el personaje de Pat Riley, la tortuosa relacion de Magic y Norm Nixon, el interés de Jerry Buss de hacerse de los servicios del legendario coach colegial Jerry Tarkanian para dirigir a sus Lakers, las tentaciones para Magic en Los Ángeles, y mucho mas. www.deportres.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deportres/support

Trysta looks at the latest episode of Winning Time and a crazy story she was unaware of. There are also team trying to make power moves before the playoffs, and Poppovich is actually having some fun not that he has an untouchable resume. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trysta looks at the latest episode of Winning Time and a crazy story she was unaware of. There are also team trying to make power moves before the playoffs, and Poppovich is actually having some fun not that he has an untouchable resume. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former NBA Player turned Motivational Speaker Chris Herren was gracious enough to talk with host Tim McCarthy of 20TIMinutes. Tim & Chris talk about Chris's addiction to drugs, how it ruined his playing career, his recovery which lead him to be a motivational speaker, the mission of ‘Herren Talks’, and the two also even talk little pro wrestling to wrap up the interview. This is a really fun and intriguing conversation! Be sure to watch the interview on YouTube, so you can witness their rock, paper, scissors matchup! Chris Herren was a high school basketball legend from Fall River, Massachusetts, who scored over 2,000 career points while at Durfee High School and was named to the 1994 McDonald’s All-American team. Starting his collegiate career at Boston College, Chris transferred to Fresno State after several failed drug tests, playing for legendary basketball coach Jerry Tarkanian, known for giving second chances to players. He was named to the All-WAC first team in 1996 and 1997 before announcing that he would need miss part of the 97-98 season to seek treatment for an ongoing struggle with substance use disorder. Chris realized his lifelong dream of playing in the NBA when he was drafted by the Denver Nuggets in 1999, and then was traded to his hometown team, the Boston Celtics, in 2000. After suffering a season-ending injury as a Celtic, Herren went on to play in five countries including Italy, Poland, Turkey, China, and Iran. With the unwavering support of his family and friends, Chris has been sober since August 1, 2008, and he now shares his story with the goal of making a positive difference in the lives of others. His recovery journey has been documented in the bestselling memoir, Basketball Junkie, the Emmy-nominated ESPN Films documentary, Unguarded, and in countless local, national and international stories by The New York Times, The Boston Globe and Sports Illustrated, among others. Through Herren Talks, Chris has spoken to over 1 million students and community members, sparking honest discussions about substance use disorder and wellness. In 2011, Chris grew his vision of support for others when he founded the nonprofit Herren Project. Through the organization, Chris and his team empower schools and communities to make healthy choices, while also guiding families through recovery. In 2018, Chris also founded Herren Wellness, a residential health and wellness program that helps guests lead healthy, substance-free lives. With recognition ranging from the Boston Celtics’ Hero Among Us Award to the Faces and Voices of Recovery National Voice of Recovery Award, Chris’s incredible impact on his community continues to grow. Follow Chris: YouTube Instagram Twitter Facebook Purchase 20TIMinutes Merch:Phx Print Co Collab20TIMinutes Gear Follow Tim: YouTube Instagram Twitter Facebook Download the FREE 20TIMinutes AppSupport 20TIMinutes on BuyMeACoffee.com DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for entertainment purposes only & informs all listeners of the podcast, that the views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in the each episode belong solely to the host of 20TIMinutes, Tim McCarthy, and not necessarily to the podcast hosts employer, organization, committee or other group or individual. Tim is NOT a mental health professional. Tim only speaks about his own personal struggles and what works for him. If you're in need of help mentally or physically, please contact your primary care provider, a mental health professional or in case of an emergency, dial 911.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Canzano talks to Eric Prisbell of On3.com about the NCAA Tournament bracket, who he likes as trendy upsets, and tells some stories from his early days in sports journalism covering Jerry Tarkanian and UNLV. Subscribe NOW to this podcast for more great content. And catch The Bald Faced Truth with John Canzano live every weekday at a new time, 3-6 p.m. on 750 The Game. Follow @JohnCanzanoBFT on Twitter

On this week's episode, we go over coaches as titans of college basketball from Coach K to the Izzone. We finish talking about conference tournaments.  In our Unanswerable Questions segment, we break down Billy Ball and Oklahoma's best team. Longtime CBS analyst Billy Packer, in his book, placed the Sooners among the top 15 college teams of all time. They pressed full court, created turnovers galore, shot quickly and played ferociously. The starting unit of Grace and Blaylock and Harvey Grant and Stacey King and Dave Sieger became so well-conditioned that by season's end Tubbs rarely had to substitute, and the assault was never ending. There is nothing like it in college basketball anymore. The days of Nolan Richardson's 40 minutes of Arkansas hell and Jerry Tarkanian's Runnin' Rebels and OU's BillyBall are over. The game is pedestrian, played not by refined stars but by young prospects headed for the NBA after a college drive-thru. That was a unique group of guys because we had speed, quicks and endurance,” Tubbs said. “And they loved to play like we wanted to play. It's hard to play like we played. That's why people don't play that way. It takes tremendous endurance.” And Josh gets a personal favorite off his chest discussing an all-time ACC performer Randolph Childress.   We finish up with And 1 Grail record you'd most like your progeny to have - Maravich scoring record, On a team that matches UCLA's win streak, On an undefeated team...And 119nine | Celebrating Hardwood History 19nine knows college basketball. Officially Licensed proud to partner with the leading universities.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Colin reacts to the college hoops postgame handshake altercation between Michigan HC Juwan Howard and Wisconsin's Greg Gard, why Phil Mickelson's take on the proposed Saudi golf league sounds like an Onion headline, and which team makes sense for a Tom Brady comeback. (3:00) Then, Ian O'Connor -- NY Post columnist and author of Belichick and the upcoming Coach K -- and Colin discuss the time both of them spent covering Jerry Tarkanian and UNLV (11:00), the rough early years of of Coach K at Duke (16:00), the turning point for Coach K's program (21:00), if Coach K has surpassed John Wooden on the all-time college hoops coaching list (26:00), the biggest factors in Krzyzewski's decision to retire (28:00), why so many New York pro sports teams are so bad (31:00), which bad NY franchise has the best chance to turn it around (34:00), and why Ian thinks it's only a matter of time before Tom Brady comes back to the NFL (37:00), and how Bruce Arians may have driven Brady away (39:00). Make sure you follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates and check out FanDuel for the best wagering and daily fantasy action! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Colin reacts to the college hoops postgame handshake altercation between Michigan HC Juwan Howard and Wisconsin's Greg Gard, why Phil Mickelson's take on the proposed Saudi golf league sounds like an Onion headline, and which team makes sense for a Tom Brady comeback. (3:00) Then, Ian O'Connor -- NY Post columnist and author of Belichick and the upcoming Coach K -- and Colin discuss the time both of them spent covering Jerry Tarkanian and UNLV (11:00), the rough early years of of Coach K at Duke (16:00), the turning point for Coach K's program (21:00), if Coach K has surpassed John Wooden on the all-time college hoops coaching list (26:00), the biggest factors in Krzyzewski's decision to retire (28:00), why so many New York pro sports teams are so bad (31:00), which bad NY franchise has the best chance to turn it around (34:00), and why Ian thinks it's only a matter of time before Tom Brady comes back to the NFL (37:00), and how Bruce Arians may have driven Brady away (39:00). Make sure you follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates and check out FanDuel for the best wagering and daily fantasy action! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

We are taking it back to one of our favorite eras of hoops for this one. The Super-Sub is in the house! Ricky Sobers joins us on the podcast for an episode that true basketball fans will absolutely love and appreciate. Ricky Sobers grew up in The Bronx, NY during a very special era of basketball. He was one of the greatest players from the city to ever play on the blacktop during his time and never even played a minute of High School basketball. His love for the game and guidance from  Tiny Archibald helped him continue his basketball dreams to the College of Southern Idaho and UNLV where he was coach Jerry Tarkanian's first big recruit and was the WCAC Player of the Year in 1974-75. Sobers became the 16th overall pick in the 1975 NBA Draft. He played 11 seasons in the NBA and played in the famous "Greatest Game Ever Played”.This was truly an honor. Sobers shared amazing stories about the blacktop game in NYC, Tiny Archibald, Joe Hammond, Jerry Tarkanian, UNLV, Rick Barry, Paul Westphal, Gar Heard, The Greatest Game Ever Played, raising his number 40 to the rafters and MUCH more. BIG Thanks to Ricky Sobers! We are forever grateful for the opportunity and we know you'll all love and appreciate his journey just as much as we did.Thank you Ricky Sobers!Be ready for his book titled “The Ghost of the South Bronx” Or if you would like to learn more about Crypto or his Travel Club then you can email him at his email listed at the end of the episode.You can find this episode on Apple, Spotify or any source for podcasts.Follow us on social media for news, updates and highlight reels!Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/notin.myhouse.79Instagram- @Not_in_my_house_podcastTwitter - @NOTINMYHOUSEpc

The Runnin' Rebels, coached by Jerry Tarkanian, entered the season as defending national champions and entered the 1991 NCAA tournament unbeaten, but lost in the national semifinal to eventual champions Duke when Anderson Hunt's desperation three in the final seconds bounced off the backboard and into the hands of a Duke player, Bobby Hurley, ending a 45-game winning streak that dated back to the previous season. This podcast is brought to you by Lumberlend Co, Home of the Original Bat Mug.

Welcome to the 19Nine podcast we are continuing our journey in Hardwood Heaven with our guest today Kris Stone,  Kris is - Sr. Director Global Sports Marketing - Under Armour , and works Directly with Steph Curry on all things Curry Brand, was also a grad assistant to Coach Tarkanian at Fresno State and going way back played alongside Jason Kidd in high school. +Tell us your basketball origin story.  -How did you fall in love with the game?-What was it like to play in the same HS backcourt as Jason Kidd?-You went to Fresno State to play golf, was basketball or golf your favorite sport and which one were you better at?+Fresno State+Grad Assistant Under Tark-Give us a behind the scenes look at what kind of coach Jerry Tarkanian was.-in an ESPN article it had you listed as towel preparer what did Tark say about the towes-Those Fresno State teams had some big talent and bigger personalities.  What sticks out to you the most about the Tark Fresno teams?-Do you think college basketball will ever have the legendary personalities it used to have with guys like Tark, Coach Knight, Jimmy V, Rollie Massimino, John Thompson, Al McQuire, etc or have those days come and gone?+Elite 24-Explain how you came up with the concept of the Elite 24 showcase and how it all came to be.-Any chance of a revamp and taking it back to The Rucker?+Under Armour-How did you get connected with Under Armour?-As Senior Director of Global Sports Marketing at Under Armour and the Curry Brand what does your job entail?  Or what is your favorite part of what you get to do on a daily basis?-What kind of pressure comes with being a part of a team that is responsible for marketing a once in a generation talent like Steph Curry?-Is there anything new or exciting coming up with Under Armour and/or the Curry Brand that you can share?+Hardwood Heaven-The gates to Hardwood Heaven open, Dr. Naismith meets you and escorts you in and says, “Here is everything related to basketball you've ever dreamed of.  I want you to setup a game/showcase/contest.”  What are you throwing together?  Is it Vince vs Mke in a Dunk Contest, Steph vs Bird in 3pt contest, is it the Fab 5 vs Tark's 90 or 91 team?

It's time for another timeless journey of Excellence, when our guests talk exclusively and candidly about their journeys of Excellence like never before. This is not a glorification of excellence, but a deep examination of the all-encompassing path of Excellence. Hosted by Brian Hurlburt.Our guest this week is Greg Anthony, an NCAA national champion (UNLV), 11-year NBA veteran, current NBA announcer and business person.CLAIM YOUR FREE 10 LIFE & BUSINESS LESSONS FROM SEASON 1 GUESTS E-BOOK By Host Brian Hurlburt NOW.Click and enter email - NO ObligationGreg's Takeaways"Excellence is obviously a powerful word. I think Excellence is the ability to have a high level of consistency. As human beings, we have faults and flaws, and we're not perfect, but Excellence  is when you approach the challenge of trying to be perfect and you create a level of consistency." "I think we always want to focus on Excellence being relative to your circumstance""Jerry Tarkanian instilled confidence in me""Pat Riley instilled confidence in the team""It's really important to set markers that you want to aspire to, because that creates an environment where you can go and pursue (Excellence) without fear of failure or fault, and not be worried about being judged.""I think you have to find something you genuinely care about.  You want to find something you're passionate about and that passion will create the journey for you. If you truly love something enough, that that should bring about a certain level of focus and discipline that you have to have to be good at anything."  Greg's StoryGreg's path of Excellence has been winding, from growing up without his father's influence, to being under-recruited out of high school, to  playing through a broken jaw during the 1990 UNLV national championship season, to other obstacles hurdled, but through it all, his perseverance has never been in short supply.The city of Las Vegas and the 1990 UNLV team bonded in a special way and the foundation of it all were teammates that played for, and trusted, each other. under legendary coach Jerry Tarkanian. In addition to an 11-year NBA career including on some legendary New York Knicks teams playing for another legendary coach, Pat Riley, Greg has also been my friend since third grade, when we played on the same basketball team for three years. These days, Anthony is a respected NBA television announcer and also president of Altitude International, a company that is bringing a new and innovative Excellence to sports training. He's also the father of four, including NBA rookie, Cole, of the Orlando Magic, and daughter, Ella, a top-ranked high school player.We invite you take another journey of Excellence with us. Please stay tuned and thanks for listening.

“Boy, I’m glad it’s over. I’m glad we don’t have practice this week or next week.” I’ve never seen a coach so openly defeated after a loss. There’s no stoicism here, no talk about being proud of his players, no looking forward to next year. There’s no energy left for that. Here is the great Jerry Tarkanian, a coach I’m used to seeing emanate such intensity that he has to bite on a towel during games, and boy, he’s just glad it’s over.It’s one of the final scenes from Between The Madness, the 1998 documentary following the Fresno State men’s basketball team over the entirety of their disastrous season that year. A baby faced Andy Katz is standing with Tarkanian, looking in this moment more like a friend lending an ear than a sports reporter for the Fresno Bee. The two are in the bowels of Madison Square Garden after Tarkanian’s team lost a heartbreaker in the NIT. It feels like a private moment between the two, but there’s an unseen third party holding the camera, peering at Tark’s exhausted looking face from around Katz’s shoulder. Whoever holds that camera spent the better part of their year watching from close distance as the team broke apart in headline grabbing fashion. As I watch this scene I wonder if that person is glad it’s over, too.Fresno State entered that season with a loaded roster predicted to make the Elite 8 by Sports Illustrated. Tarkanian assembled an unprecedented amount of talent for a Western Athletic Conference team with four players that would go on to play in the NBA, and more that had the potential to. Despite their talent the team never found consistency due to player suspensions for violations as trivial as smoking weed, as serious as domestic assault, and as unbelievable as threatening with a samurai sword. So much s**t hit the fan in Fresno that Mike Wallace brought his 60 Minutes crew to campus to file an expose on the program. I have to link to Wallace’s GOTCHYA segment on the program here, not because it’s good, but because it’s a chance to hear Mike Wallace muster up all his 60 Minutes gravitas to say the phrase “White (blanking) honkey b***h.”Between The Madness first aired on Fox Sports One on Thanksgiving, 1998. The film’s producers agreed not to show NCAA violations (Fresno State would later vacate wins for the following season and the two after that), but otherwise had creative control and unprecedented access to the team for the duration of their season. The resulting raw behind the scenes feel was jarring to me as a modern viewer accustomed to careful brand curation that has a firm grasp on modern sports media. Before watching this film I didn’t realize how thoroughly conditioned my expectations have become by our era of Players’ Tribune, sportswriters guaranteeing brand-friendly coverage in exchange for access, broadcasters employed by the team, and player produced documentaries.There are some similarities to The Last Dance, the docuseries that drew millions of viewers when it aired on ESPN earlier this year and now lives as a binge friendly hit on Netflix. Both make use of beyond the norm access to tell the inside story of a season, and incidentally both had cameras rolling in the same time of the same year. The differences are more interesting. While Dance uses interviews taking place in our time to look back, in Madness the viewer is trapped in the moment with no faces from the future guaranteeing a happy ending. Dance, being a product of our time, also required sign-off from it’s billionaire star subject so predictably avoids venturing far from corporate interests. Dance may make you feel like you’re finally getting the real story, but ultimately it’s the same story you’ve gotten all along, the tried and true one that has been told in two minute commercials for decades. The crew behind Madness had license to tell whatever story they felt was most worth telling, and the result feels a lot more human and interesting. While Jordan and Phil were masterminding their final triumphant season in Chicago, in Fresno there was a group of young players caught in bad situations made worse by draconian NCAA policy, while the national media shook their collective finger at them for having it too good for too long. If The Last Dance shows us the system working perfectly to reward talent and effort, Between The Madness suggests that’s more an exception than rule.I’m hyping this film up knowing you can’t watch for yourself and disagree, because some years ago Between The Madness disappeared. Internet searches bring back only a few clips and some old message board posts written by fans trying to track down a copy for themselves. It can’t be found in any great online warehouses or auctions or pirate sites. The film is unavailable, but just because something is unavailable doesn’t mean that it’s entirely gone. I first heard of Between The Madness in a bar in Austin, Texas in 2016. I was there performing in my first ever comedy festival, which was being held during South by Southwest but was not an official part of that indie rock fest turned thinkfluencer/tech/media/music/whatever/free stuff bonanza that is modern South By. The fest I flew in for was an independent venture put on by the local alt-comedy club opportunistically timed to siphon off some SXSW asses for their seats and attract sponsor dollars from players too small to buy-in to the main event. Getting suckered into paying your own way to a bad festival is a stock comedian story, and this one turned out to be mine. The day of the festival I learned my involvement consisted of one ten minute set, to be performed in the lobby of the club, in the early afternoon, standing alongside sponsor booths as they handed out free samples. I’d had rough sets before but this was the first time I’d been upstaged by organic soybean chips.The chips were not good but they were my compensation, so I finished my set and stuffed my bag full of them before heading back out into broad daylight to find a drink. Walking through the towering corporate absurdity of SXSW was a welcome distraction. I remember AMC promoting a new show about a Preacher teaming up with a vampire by constructing a massive upside down church. USA Network set up an entire carnival to promote Mr. Robot in all it’s corporate approved anti-corporate splendor. I saw handsome Canadian basketball legend Rick Fox for the second time in my life. My bleak festival debut was forced into the backseat.I was staying on the couch of my friend, the hoops writer Ananth Pandian, and I met up with Ananth and his friend Luke Bonner at a bar. Luke starting talking about Between The Madness. I had never heard of it. He told us he saw the film only once in his life, when he was heading into his freshman season at West Virginia, and called it one of the biggest learning experiences of his time in college. Sitting there in summer class, before his freshman season had even started, Madness gave Luke what he felt  was his first real look at the world he was entering as a college basketball player. Line cast and hook set, he reeled me in: He’d never been able to find the film again. He’d been trying for years, he said, and it didn’t seem to exist anymore.Learning that an obscure and noteworthy documentary existed, and that was difficult (impossible?) to find was like a designer drug created specifically for the part of me I’ll describe as Comic Book Guy from The Simpsons but for basketball. I had to find it. I would find it. Then I would judge it. When I got back to Portland I started searching online and two things kept happening: I would not find the film, and I would learn a more about that team’s notoriety that made me want the film even more.As my obsession grew and online searches failed I decided to start reaching out to anyone I could who was associated with the film over social media. I told them I was creating a podcast about my search for the film and that I’d like to talk and, oh yeah, do you happen to have a copy? That podcast never got off the ground as I imagined it but now, three years later and thanks to a pandemic putting stand-up in a choke hold, I had time to go back and re-listen to the interviews from 2017 and share them, finally.I eventually watched the film courtesy of Paul Doyle, the Director, who I tracked down using LinkedIn. By that time Paul was living a different professional life running a business that helped seniors find various services. Along the way I also talked with Terrance Roberson, a star on the team and one of the main subjects of the documentary. Terrance is the first player interviewed in the film, as a sophomore sitting alone in the locker room he tells the story of his mother dying in front of him after suffering a heart attack in church, and the tone is set. Terrance was the only member of that team to play four seasons at Fresno State and talked about his standout career there,  regrets, and current life as a mentor to basketball talent and a mental health technician in his hometown of Saginaw, Michigan.My first break, though, was talking with a member of the film’s crew named Stephen Mintz. I came across Stephen’s name on an old Fresno State message board where someone mentioned he made the film and had since become a stand-up comedian in Fresno. I found his comedian page on facebook and soon we were talking via Skype about his experience chasing around the team with a camera on his shoulder for six months. Mintz developed an attachment with the team that would strain after filming. After the season, still wanting to be close to the team, Mintz took a job as statistician and academic advisor. In the latter role he gained notoriety when he told a newspaper that he wrote papers for players in exchange for money, part of a scandal that got his name everywhere from the Fresno Bee to the New York Times and made him persona non grata to the program. He talked about all of it. Later I’d meet Mintz in person when he got me up on a stand-up show in Fresno and get to talk comedy-shop, basketball, and about his gig at the local Haunted House.Paul, Terrance, and Stephen all spoke with reverence about Tark and shared stories of their time with him. They talked about the emotional toll of that season, the mixed feelings they have, and the impact the film had on their lives nearly twenty years later. And, of course, I got their inside perspectives on the samurai sword incident for the record. I forwarded the film to Luke Bonner, now retired from basketball, who finally got to see the film that hit him so hard as a teenager. Luke thinks the film is still great, and I agree. Since there are no plans to re-release the film these interviews are as close as anyone can get to the experience. I like to imagine another basketball obsessive will come across them while conducting their own search for the film.Now with time to reflect I’ve been able to feel gratitude for how much better it was that I couldn’t simply order Between The Madness from Amazon. It’s unavailability gave me a quest and conversations with people I’ll never forget. Despite how bad that comedy festival was I’m glad I decided to use my “emergencies only” credit card to pay my own way. F**k all soybean chips forever, though. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sethallen.substack.com

The Perdomo Champaigne Noir is the cigar of choice for this week's episode of Bet Your Ash. In Ep 23 Cornelius and Magee are rejoined by Timmy Nebraska who hopefully keeps coming in throughout the NBA Playoffs. This week the guys discussed such important topics as the length of shorts in the NBA, Space Jam casting, Jerry Tarkanian and UNLV, the number of QBs selected in round 1 of the NFL draft, the number of Alabama players selected in round 1 of the NFL draft, potential trades of first round picks in the draft, John Elway's effectiveness as a GM, team building around Giannas Antentukumpo, The Celtics approach to defending The Bucks, Kyrie's play in the playoffs, The 76ers bench, 50th birthdays, the most Jordan-like player today, why Jazz are no match for the Rockets, potential Rockets v Warriors series matchup, potential Nuggets v Trail Blazers series matchup, whether or not Westbrook can ever win a championship, weird Google search terms, The Nuggets best chance in Western Conference, The Nuggets future roster, and the state of Nebraska being a hub for men's tennis players.

Dave talks Maryland hoops, the future of sports information work in a SnapChat world, and how to foster an ideas driven office culture.   Introduction: Hey everyone and welcome to the All-Star Leader Podcast, where together we learn about leadership from the best and brightest, and keep it fun by connecting it to our passion for sports! I'm your host Daniel Hare, and today we are talking with the Commissioner of the Great Northwest Athletic Conference, Dave Haglund. Dave is in his fifth year at the GNAC after serving in the same role at the Cascade Collegiate Conference, and prior to that spent a combined 27 years in media relations at the University of Maryland and Fresno State University. This is Dave Haglund. Dave thanks so much for coming on the show! Interview Questions: So I don't think we've talked about this before, but if my timing is right I was on the basketball staff at Oklahoma and you were at Maryland when we played in 2001 in Cole Fieldhouse. Maryland won in a very good, rare out-of-conference February game. What do you remember about that one?! First year Maryland went to the Final Four; Juan Dixon was scoreless in the first half, changed shoes and led Now that we have that out of the way, let's start at the beginning. You grew up in Portland; so you're back in your hometown. What was it like growing up there and what were some of your early interactions with the sports world? Grew up an Oregon State fan; Portland Timbers were big and he went to some of those playoff games; and then Trailblazers were big as well Always devoured the sports page; after high school got a sports clerk job at a local newspaper The Oregon Journal which launched his career You went to Oregon State for college; what was that experience like and how did it move you closer to the career you ultimately decided on? The ability to make connections were big, which led to more opportunities; Oregon Journal editor called the Oregon State SID and helped Dave get a job there as a student Big round table in the Oregon State SID room where Dave worked; and Ralph Miller (OSU men's basketball coach) would use that table and Dave's chair to talk to the media after games How did you wind up at Fresno State? Who had an impact on you during your time there and how? What did you learn from a leadership standpoint during your time at Fresno State that still impacts you today. Scott Johnson was assistant SID at Oregon State and got hired at Fresno State as the head SID; offered Dave a job, and he had a job from Oregon State upon graduation as well Three coaches: men's soccer coach Jose Elgorriaga helped him with his confidence; baseball coach Bob Bennett taught him hard work and standing up for your program; football coach Jim Sweeney too. You were at Fresno for a couple of years of Jerry Tarkanian. What can you share about him and his leadership style? Enjoyed working with Tark; easy to work with He was a celebrity coach, and he returned to Fresno which was his hometown after a long, stellar career As a PR person, having someone the media wanted to talk to all the time was great for the job and career There was always controversy that followed him and his program that you had to deal with What drew you to Maryland? Same question: Who had an impact on you during your time there and how? What did you learn from a leadership standpoint during your time at Fresno State that still impacts you today. Leap of faith to move to a new part of the country and a new conference, etc. Hired Ralph Friedgen and went to an Orange Bowl Back to back final fours and a national championship in 2002 As a media relations professional, what were the benefits and challenges of being in the massive media market of Washington, D.C.? Number one benefit was the exposure because of the number of media outlets that were covering you When men's basketball went to the NCAA Tournament, they would take 80 media members along with them Always in the public eye; USA Today, CNN, PBS are right there, so anything a national sports news issue arose, those outlets would want to interview Maryland athletics' staff Let's pause here and drill down on your area of expertise for a moment. Where do you think the traditional area of media relations/sports information is going in the age of SnapChat, Instagram and Facebook? Wishes he was an SID with all the new media Athletic departments and coaches can communicate directly with their fans; this is a great thing! Create your own content in different forms and deliver it, and not need the media Balance between the old and new; the old doesn't totally go away; example is the hardcopy media guides are now gone You left Maryland to take the Commissioner position at the Cascade Conference. Can you talk a little about the motivations behind that move out of major Division I athletics and also out of media relations? Who are a few of the Cascade schools so our audience has some frame of reference? Always thought the Maryland time was temporary and would want to go back home Took a risk by leaving Division I and taking on a commissioner role of an NAIA league Was a one-man band and worked out of his home Was able to bring several national championships to the Portland area 11 institutions in three states: Oregon, Washington and Idaho; supportive presidents and good ADs; Oregon Tech won the men's basketball national championship (Daniel asks about future of NAIA) – they have lost 50+ schools to NCAA Division II in recent years but this has slowed; and Dave thinks there is a place for the NAIA; they are at 240 or 250 schools right now. Then we stole you away at the GNAC in 2011; talk about taking over that role and some of the challenges you've faced. The vast footprint: Alaska, Oregon, Montana, Idaho and Alaska; plus Canada; there's a lot of travel and air travel There was only one postseason championship at the time, and he added baseball, softball and soccer Small college football in the west is very challenging; there just aren't many schools playing; GNAC has five members and plays a double round robin Next year, men's women's basketball championship will be in Alaska this year The air/long-trip leagues are financially challenging because it really is a cost of living increase to compete at the same level Something I like to ask all our guests who have worked in conference offices: how do you go about getting individual schools to put their own best interest aside for the greater good of the conference? (if at all?!) Teamwork; everyone matters ADs have an understanding of what it takes to make the conference work; they are collegial and know there are times when what's good for the group might not be good for them as an individual school, and they are okay with that. Audience question from John Owen: How do you communicate so your team feels welcome to talk to you and bring new ideas? (from email list daniel@allstarleaderpodcast.com) Keep an open door; pop into people's offices and shoot the breeze; when you're relaxed and talking about what's going on, new ideas will come that are worthy Five rapid fire questions Name one trait or characteristic you look for when you hire someone. Work ethic and desire What habit has been key to your success? Underpromise and overdeliver Most important app or productivity tool? iPhone and Dropbox Most influential leader you've personally been around? Debbie Yow (N.C. State AD) One sentence of advice for emerging leaders? Don't remain in your comfort zone too long. GNAC happenings Four final fours in 2016; three teams reached the national championship; Western Washington won the women's soccer national championship Women in Sports Career Seminar – Saturday, April 8th, Portland (3rd annual) 10-15 panelists of women working in sports industry Open to high school/college students interested in pursuing a career in sports WOU Director of Sports Performance Cori Metzgar (Episode 3 guest) has been a panelist @davehaglundgnac on Twitter; @gnacsports Thank Yous/Acknowledgements: Antioch Live/Clear Day Media Group – music More here. Jonathan Davis – production Clint Musslewhite – voice over  

We begin with hoops as we enter the NBA All-Star break. We discuss the first half of the season, trade rumors, and the All Star weeks action, including the Rising Stars (USA vs. World), 3Pt Contest and the Dunk Contest. With Dirk Nowitzki added to the West and Kyle Korver joining the East we look at the rosters and snubs. We make predictions for all the weekend's events, including the All Star Game and the MVP. Next we discuss NCAA men's Top 25 games and the loss of the legendary coach Jerry Tarkanian who won the NCAA title in 1990 with the UNLV Runnin' Rebels. We end with Off The Field news in the NFL, MLB and more. Call in to talk with us at 718-664-9098. @RaeAndTayToday www.RaeAndTayToday.com

Tune in as Vinny Hardy and Terry Brown chat about the Kentucky Wildcats two most recent victories over the Florida Gators and LSU Tigers and preview their upcoming game versus the South Carolina Gamecocks.They will also discuss the passing of two legendary coaches: Dean Smith of the North Carolina Tar Heels and Long Beach State, UNLV, San Antonio Spurs and Fresno State head coach Jerry Tarkanian. Former Kentucky Wildcats in the NBA All Star Game will be talked about as well as the Three Point Contest and Slam Dunk Contest.We are proud to have Johnny Pittman, cohost of The Mills Show, as our guest. He'll be along at 7:15!--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cats-talk-wednesday/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cats-talk-wednesday/support