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In this powerful JAMODI Podcast episode, Matt Sayman sits down with longtime high school and college coach Harold Baber for a deep, honest conversation about coaching, leadership, growth, and legacy.Coach Baber reflects on his journey from playing at The Colony High School and Oakland University to decades of coaching at the high school and collegiate levels. He shares stories about legendary mentors like Coach Thomas and Greg Campy, the evolution of his coaching style, and what experience has taught him about relationships, culture, and perspective.This episode dives into the realities of coaching beyond wins and losses — reaching the 9th–12th players, creating program continuity, building alumni connections, and balancing family life while fully committing to the profession. Coach Baber also discusses how insecurity can show up early in a coaching career, how growth changes leadership style, and why being authentic matters more than emulating others.Whether you're a young coach just starting out or a veteran reflecting on the journey, this conversation offers wisdom, humility, and practical insights you can apply immediately.Topics Covered
In this powerful JAMODI Podcast episode, Matt Sayman sits down with longtime high school and college coach Harold Baber for a deep, honest conversation about coaching, leadership, growth, and legacy.Coach Baber reflects on his journey from playing at The Colony High School and Oakland University to decades of coaching at the high school and collegiate levels. He shares stories about legendary mentors like Coach Thomas and Greg Campy, the evolution of his coaching style, and what experience has taught him about relationships, culture, and perspective.This episode dives into the realities of coaching beyond wins and losses — reaching the 9th–12th players, creating program continuity, building alumni connections, and balancing family life while fully committing to the profession. Coach Baber also discusses how insecurity can show up early in a coaching career, how growth changes leadership style, and why being authentic matters more than emulating others.Whether you're a young coach just starting out or a veteran reflecting on the journey, this conversation offers wisdom, humility, and practical insights you can apply immediately.Topics Covered
In this powerful JAMODI Podcast episode, Matt Sayman sits down with longtime high school and college coach Harold Baber for a deep, honest conversation about coaching, leadership, growth, and legacy.Coach Baber reflects on his journey from playing at The Colony High School and Oakland University to decades of coaching at the high school and collegiate levels. He shares stories about legendary mentors like Coach Thomas and Greg Campy, the evolution of his coaching style, and what experience has taught him about relationships, culture, and perspective.This episode dives into the realities of coaching beyond wins and losses — reaching the 9th–12th players, creating program continuity, building alumni connections, and balancing family life while fully committing to the profession. Coach Baber also discusses how insecurity can show up early in a coaching career, how growth changes leadership style, and why being authentic matters more than emulating others.Whether you're a young coach just starting out or a veteran reflecting on the journey, this conversation offers wisdom, humility, and practical insights you can apply immediately.Topics Covered
In this powerful JAMODI Podcast episode, Matt Sayman sits down with longtime high school and college coach Harold Baber for a deep, honest conversation about coaching, leadership, growth, and legacy.Coach Baber reflects on his journey from playing at The Colony High School and Oakland University to decades of coaching at the high school and collegiate levels. He shares stories about legendary mentors like Coach Thomas and Greg Campy, the evolution of his coaching style, and what experience has taught him about relationships, culture, and perspective.This episode dives into the realities of coaching beyond wins and losses — reaching the 9th–12th players, creating program continuity, building alumni connections, and balancing family life while fully committing to the profession. Coach Baber also discusses how insecurity can show up early in a coaching career, how growth changes leadership style, and why being authentic matters more than emulating others.Whether you're a young coach just starting out or a veteran reflecting on the journey, this conversation offers wisdom, humility, and practical insights you can apply immediately.Topics Covered
In this JAMODI Podcast episode, Coach Brandon Bourg joins Matt Sayman to dive deep into what it means to build a transformational basketball program, not just a successful one. Coach Bourg unpacks how he creates toughness, accountability, and selflessness in his players while still leading with grace, patience, and love.From battling comfort to confronting selfishness, Coach Bourg explains the daily standards, conversations, and systems that help shape young men for life beyond basketball. He shares stories about culture, faith, discipline, and learning how to slow down, listen, and truly see each player as a person first and an athlete second.Whether you're a high school coach, college coach, or youth coach, this conversation will challenge you to think about why you coach, how you lead, and what kind of legacy you want to leave in your players' lives.What we talk about in this episode: • Why comfort is the enemy of growth for athletes and coaches • How Coach Bourg defines toughness, accountability, and sacrifice in his program • Practical ways to confront selfishness and entitlement on your team • Coaching the heart before coaching the player • Using standards and expectations instead of constant yelling • Balancing hard coaching with genuine care and relationships • How faith shapes the way he leads, loves, and corrects his players • Helping players handle adversity, failure, and disappointment • The role of communication, honesty, and consistency in culture • Why developing character is more important than winning gamesKey Takeaways for Coaches
In this JAMODI Podcast episode, Coach Brandon Bourg joins Matt Sayman to dive deep into what it means to build a transformational basketball program, not just a successful one. Coach Bourg unpacks how he creates toughness, accountability, and selflessness in his players while still leading with grace, patience, and love.From battling comfort to confronting selfishness, Coach Bourg explains the daily standards, conversations, and systems that help shape young men for life beyond basketball. He shares stories about culture, faith, discipline, and learning how to slow down, listen, and truly see each player as a person first and an athlete second.Whether you're a high school coach, college coach, or youth coach, this conversation will challenge you to think about why you coach, how you lead, and what kind of legacy you want to leave in your players' lives.What we talk about in this episode: • Why comfort is the enemy of growth for athletes and coaches • How Coach Bourg defines toughness, accountability, and sacrifice in his program • Practical ways to confront selfishness and entitlement on your team • Coaching the heart before coaching the player • Using standards and expectations instead of constant yelling • Balancing hard coaching with genuine care and relationships • How faith shapes the way he leads, loves, and corrects his players • Helping players handle adversity, failure, and disappointment • The role of communication, honesty, and consistency in culture • Why developing character is more important than winning gamesKey Takeaways for Coaches
In this JAMODI Podcast episode, Coach Brandon Bourg joins Matt Sayman to dive deep into what it means to build a transformational basketball program, not just a successful one. Coach Bourg unpacks how he creates toughness, accountability, and selflessness in his players while still leading with grace, patience, and love.From battling comfort to confronting selfishness, Coach Bourg explains the daily standards, conversations, and systems that help shape young men for life beyond basketball. He shares stories about culture, faith, discipline, and learning how to slow down, listen, and truly see each player as a person first and an athlete second.Whether you're a high school coach, college coach, or youth coach, this conversation will challenge you to think about why you coach, how you lead, and what kind of legacy you want to leave in your players' lives.What we talk about in this episode: • Why comfort is the enemy of growth for athletes and coaches • How Coach Bourg defines toughness, accountability, and sacrifice in his program • Practical ways to confront selfishness and entitlement on your team • Coaching the heart before coaching the player • Using standards and expectations instead of constant yelling • Balancing hard coaching with genuine care and relationships • How faith shapes the way he leads, loves, and corrects his players • Helping players handle adversity, failure, and disappointment • The role of communication, honesty, and consistency in culture • Why developing character is more important than winning gamesKey Takeaways for Coaches
In this JAMODI Podcast episode, Coach Brandon Bourg joins Matt Sayman to dive deep into what it means to build a transformational basketball program, not just a successful one. Coach Bourg unpacks how he creates toughness, accountability, and selflessness in his players while still leading with grace, patience, and love.From battling comfort to confronting selfishness, Coach Bourg explains the daily standards, conversations, and systems that help shape young men for life beyond basketball. He shares stories about culture, faith, discipline, and learning how to slow down, listen, and truly see each player as a person first and an athlete second.Whether you're a high school coach, college coach, or youth coach, this conversation will challenge you to think about why you coach, how you lead, and what kind of legacy you want to leave in your players' lives.What we talk about in this episode: • Why comfort is the enemy of growth for athletes and coaches • How Coach Bourg defines toughness, accountability, and sacrifice in his program • Practical ways to confront selfishness and entitlement on your team • Coaching the heart before coaching the player • Using standards and expectations instead of constant yelling • Balancing hard coaching with genuine care and relationships • How faith shapes the way he leads, loves, and corrects his players • Helping players handle adversity, failure, and disappointment • The role of communication, honesty, and consistency in culture • Why developing character is more important than winning gamesKey Takeaways for Coaches
In this JAMODI Podcast episode, Coach Brandon Bourg joins Matt Sayman to dive deep into what it means to build a transformational basketball program, not just a successful one. Coach Bourg unpacks how he creates toughness, accountability, and selflessness in his players while still leading with grace, patience, and love.From battling comfort to confronting selfishness, Coach Bourg explains the daily standards, conversations, and systems that help shape young men for life beyond basketball. He shares stories about culture, faith, discipline, and learning how to slow down, listen, and truly see each player as a person first and an athlete second.Whether you're a high school coach, college coach, or youth coach, this conversation will challenge you to think about why you coach, how you lead, and what kind of legacy you want to leave in your players' lives.What we talk about in this episode: • Why comfort is the enemy of growth for athletes and coaches • How Coach Bourg defines toughness, accountability, and sacrifice in his program • Practical ways to confront selfishness and entitlement on your team • Coaching the heart before coaching the player • Using standards and expectations instead of constant yelling • Balancing hard coaching with genuine care and relationships • How faith shapes the way he leads, loves, and corrects his players • Helping players handle adversity, failure, and disappointment • The role of communication, honesty, and consistency in culture • Why developing character is more important than winning gamesKey Takeaways for Coaches
Coach Nadir Dalleh, Head Men's Basketball Coach at Howard Payne University, joins Matt Sayman on the JAMODI Podcast to talk about building a fast-paced, faith-driven program rooted in culture, community, and connection.From his return to coach at his alma mater to transforming the Yellow Jackets into one of the most exciting teams in Division III basketball, Coach Dalleh shares his passion for high-tempo hoops, player development, and leadership through relationships.He discusses his journey from high school coaching success at Brownwood to leading Howard Payne's resurgence, emphasizing how character, effort, and culture drive their success on and off the court.Discover how his team's “vibe in the 325” social media series connects players to the community, how he uses full-court pressure to fuel offense, and how faith and family keep him grounded.
Coach Nadir Dalleh, Head Men's Basketball Coach at Howard Payne University, joins Matt Sayman on the JAMODI Podcast to talk about building a fast-paced, faith-driven program rooted in culture, community, and connection.From his return to coach at his alma mater to transforming the Yellow Jackets into one of the most exciting teams in Division III basketball, Coach Dalleh shares his passion for high-tempo hoops, player development, and leadership through relationships.He discusses his journey from high school coaching success at Brownwood to leading Howard Payne's resurgence, emphasizing how character, effort, and culture drive their success on and off the court.Discover how his team's “vibe in the 325” social media series connects players to the community, how he uses full-court pressure to fuel offense, and how faith and family keep him grounded.
Coach Nadir Dalleh, Head Men's Basketball Coach at Howard Payne University, joins Matt Sayman on the JAMODI Podcast to talk about building a fast-paced, faith-driven program rooted in culture, community, and connection.From his return to coach at his alma mater to transforming the Yellow Jackets into one of the most exciting teams in Division III basketball, Coach Dalleh shares his passion for high-tempo hoops, player development, and leadership through relationships.He discusses his journey from high school coaching success at Brownwood to leading Howard Payne's resurgence, emphasizing how character, effort, and culture drive their success on and off the court.Discover how his team's “vibe in the 325” social media series connects players to the community, how he uses full-court pressure to fuel offense, and how faith and family keep him grounded.
Coach Nadir Dalleh, Head Men's Basketball Coach at Howard Payne University, joins Matt Sayman on the JAMODI Podcast to talk about building a fast-paced, faith-driven program rooted in culture, community, and connection.From his return to coach at his alma mater to transforming the Yellow Jackets into one of the most exciting teams in Division III basketball, Coach Dalleh shares his passion for high-tempo hoops, player development, and leadership through relationships.He discusses his journey from high school coaching success at Brownwood to leading Howard Payne's resurgence, emphasizing how character, effort, and culture drive their success on and off the court.Discover how his team's “vibe in the 325” social media series connects players to the community, how he uses full-court pressure to fuel offense, and how faith and family keep him grounded.
Coach Nadir Dalleh, Head Men's Basketball Coach at Howard Payne University, joins Matt Sayman on the JAMODI Podcast to talk about building a fast-paced, faith-driven program rooted in culture, community, and connection.From his return to coach at his alma mater to transforming the Yellow Jackets into one of the most exciting teams in Division III basketball, Coach Dalleh shares his passion for high-tempo hoops, player development, and leadership through relationships.He discusses his journey from high school coaching success at Brownwood to leading Howard Payne's resurgence, emphasizing how character, effort, and culture drive their success on and off the court.Discover how his team's “vibe in the 325” social media series connects players to the community, how he uses full-court pressure to fuel offense, and how faith and family keep him grounded.
In this episode, Matt Sayman sits down with Clarendon College head coach Blake Cochran to talk culture, leadership, JUCO basketball, and faith. Coach Cochran shares how he rebuilt his program through daily connection, intentional scheduling, film work, and a relational approach that balances accountability and fun. He opens up about learning from a tough season, adapting through analytics, and creating a team culture built on love, honesty, and player ownership.Main takeaways: •
In this episode, Matt Sayman sits down with Clarendon College head coach Blake Cochran to talk culture, leadership, JUCO basketball, and faith. Coach Cochran shares how he rebuilt his program through daily connection, intentional scheduling, film work, and a relational approach that balances accountability and fun. He opens up about learning from a tough season, adapting through analytics, and creating a team culture built on love, honesty, and player ownership.Main takeaways: •
In this episode, Matt Sayman sits down with Clarendon College head coach Blake Cochran to talk culture, leadership, JUCO basketball, and faith. Coach Cochran shares how he rebuilt his program through daily connection, intentional scheduling, film work, and a relational approach that balances accountability and fun. He opens up about learning from a tough season, adapting through analytics, and creating a team culture built on love, honesty, and player ownership.Main takeaways: •
In this episode, Matt Sayman sits down with Clarendon College head coach Blake Cochran to talk culture, leadership, JUCO basketball, and faith. Coach Cochran shares how he rebuilt his program through daily connection, intentional scheduling, film work, and a relational approach that balances accountability and fun. He opens up about learning from a tough season, adapting through analytics, and creating a team culture built on love, honesty, and player ownership.Main takeaways: •
In this episode, Matt Sayman sits down with Clarendon College head coach Blake Cochran to talk culture, leadership, JUCO basketball, and faith. Coach Cochran shares how he rebuilt his program through daily connection, intentional scheduling, film work, and a relational approach that balances accountability and fun. He opens up about learning from a tough season, adapting through analytics, and creating a team culture built on love, honesty, and player ownership.Main takeaways: •
This week on the JAMODI Podcast, Coach Matt Sayman sits down with longtime friend and coaching partner Matt Garnett, head girls coach at Gordon High School. Coach Garnett has an incredible journey — from being the head men's coach at Wayland Baptist and McMurry University, to leading his daughters at Trinity Christian Academy and Grapevine Faith, to now building something special at Gordon.Together, Matt and Matt go back and forth sharing the top three coaching ideas they've each borrowed over the years. From performance evaluation systems, shot selection scales, postgame highlight videos, and eliminating postgame talks, this episode is packed with wisdom for coaches at every level.We've also been directing MG Basketball Camps together for over 15 years, so this conversation is more personal and relaxed than usual. You'll get an inside look at how friendships, faith, and coaching experiences have shaped the way we lead teams and build culture.Whether you're a high school coach, college coach, or youth coach, you'll leave with practical tools, encouragement, and a reminder of why we coach in the first place.
This week on the JAMODI Podcast, Coach Matt Sayman sits down with longtime friend and coaching partner Matt Garnett, head girls coach at Gordon High School. Coach Garnett has an incredible journey — from being the head men's coach at Wayland Baptist and McMurry University, to leading his daughters at Trinity Christian Academy and Grapevine Faith, to now building something special at Gordon.Together, Matt and Matt go back and forth sharing the top three coaching ideas they've each borrowed over the years. From performance evaluation systems, shot selection scales, postgame highlight videos, and eliminating postgame talks, this episode is packed with wisdom for coaches at every level.We've also been directing MG Basketball Camps together for over 15 years, so this conversation is more personal and relaxed than usual. You'll get an inside look at how friendships, faith, and coaching experiences have shaped the way we lead teams and build culture.Whether you're a high school coach, college coach, or youth coach, you'll leave with practical tools, encouragement, and a reminder of why we coach in the first place.
This week on the JAMODI Podcast, Coach Matt Sayman sits down with longtime friend and coaching partner Matt Garnett, head girls coach at Gordon High School. Coach Garnett has an incredible journey — from being the head men's coach at Wayland Baptist and McMurry University, to leading his daughters at Trinity Christian Academy and Grapevine Faith, to now building something special at Gordon.Together, Matt and Matt go back and forth sharing the top three coaching ideas they've each borrowed over the years. From performance evaluation systems, shot selection scales, postgame highlight videos, and eliminating postgame talks, this episode is packed with wisdom for coaches at every level.We've also been directing MG Basketball Camps together for over 15 years, so this conversation is more personal and relaxed than usual. You'll get an inside look at how friendships, faith, and coaching experiences have shaped the way we lead teams and build culture.Whether you're a high school coach, college coach, or youth coach, you'll leave with practical tools, encouragement, and a reminder of why we coach in the first place.
This week on the JAMODI Podcast, Coach Matt Sayman sits down with longtime friend and coaching partner Matt Garnett, head girls coach at Gordon High School. Coach Garnett has an incredible journey — from being the head men's coach at Wayland Baptist and McMurry University, to leading his daughters at Trinity Christian Academy and Grapevine Faith, to now building something special at Gordon.Together, Matt and Matt go back and forth sharing the top three coaching ideas they've each borrowed over the years. From performance evaluation systems, shot selection scales, postgame highlight videos, and eliminating postgame talks, this episode is packed with wisdom for coaches at every level.We've also been directing MG Basketball Camps together for over 15 years, so this conversation is more personal and relaxed than usual. You'll get an inside look at how friendships, faith, and coaching experiences have shaped the way we lead teams and build culture.Whether you're a high school coach, college coach, or youth coach, you'll leave with practical tools, encouragement, and a reminder of why we coach in the first place.
This week on the JAMODI Podcast, Coach Matt Sayman sits down with longtime friend and coaching partner Matt Garnett, head girls coach at Gordon High School. Coach Garnett has an incredible journey — from being the head men's coach at Wayland Baptist and McMurry University, to leading his daughters at Trinity Christian Academy and Grapevine Faith, to now building something special at Gordon.Together, Matt and Matt go back and forth sharing the top three coaching ideas they've each borrowed over the years. From performance evaluation systems, shot selection scales, postgame highlight videos, and eliminating postgame talks, this episode is packed with wisdom for coaches at every level.We've also been directing MG Basketball Camps together for over 15 years, so this conversation is more personal and relaxed than usual. You'll get an inside look at how friendships, faith, and coaching experiences have shaped the way we lead teams and build culture.Whether you're a high school coach, college coach, or youth coach, you'll leave with practical tools, encouragement, and a reminder of why we coach in the first place.
In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Rice University Men's Basketball Associate Head Coach Chris Kreider. With over 20 years of experience in college coaching, Kreider shares powerful insights on culture, leadership, and building successful basketball programs.Coach Kreider opens up about his morning habits, the power of habit stacking, how he stays organized with systems, and the importance of balancing coaching with family life. He also dives into offensive philosophy—playing fast with pace, freedom, and spacing—and how to teach players to attack the paint early in possessions.Whether you're a high school coach, college coach, or basketball junkie, this episode is packed with actionable strategies and wisdom for leading a program and impacting players' lives.
In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Rice University Men's Basketball Associate Head Coach Chris Kreider. With over 20 years of experience in college coaching, Kreider shares powerful insights on culture, leadership, and building successful basketball programs.Coach Kreider opens up about his morning habits, the power of habit stacking, how he stays organized with systems, and the importance of balancing coaching with family life. He also dives into offensive philosophy—playing fast with pace, freedom, and spacing—and how to teach players to attack the paint early in possessions.Whether you're a high school coach, college coach, or basketball junkie, this episode is packed with actionable strategies and wisdom for leading a program and impacting players' lives.
In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Rice University Men's Basketball Associate Head Coach Chris Kreider. With over 20 years of experience in college coaching, Kreider shares powerful insights on culture, leadership, and building successful basketball programs.Coach Kreider opens up about his morning habits, the power of habit stacking, how he stays organized with systems, and the importance of balancing coaching with family life. He also dives into offensive philosophy—playing fast with pace, freedom, and spacing—and how to teach players to attack the paint early in possessions.Whether you're a high school coach, college coach, or basketball junkie, this episode is packed with actionable strategies and wisdom for leading a program and impacting players' lives.
In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Rice University Men's Basketball Associate Head Coach Chris Kreider. With over 20 years of experience in college coaching, Kreider shares powerful insights on culture, leadership, and building successful basketball programs.Coach Kreider opens up about his morning habits, the power of habit stacking, how he stays organized with systems, and the importance of balancing coaching with family life. He also dives into offensive philosophy—playing fast with pace, freedom, and spacing—and how to teach players to attack the paint early in possessions.Whether you're a high school coach, college coach, or basketball junkie, this episode is packed with actionable strategies and wisdom for leading a program and impacting players' lives.
In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Rice University Men's Basketball Associate Head Coach Chris Kreider. With over 20 years of experience in college coaching, Kreider shares powerful insights on culture, leadership, and building successful basketball programs.Coach Kreider opens up about his morning habits, the power of habit stacking, how he stays organized with systems, and the importance of balancing coaching with family life. He also dives into offensive philosophy—playing fast with pace, freedom, and spacing—and how to teach players to attack the paint early in possessions.Whether you're a high school coach, college coach, or basketball junkie, this episode is packed with actionable strategies and wisdom for leading a program and impacting players' lives.
In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Weatherford High School Head Coach Neal Welch to talk about building lasting culture, creating belief in players, and investing in relationships that go beyond the court.
In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Weatherford High School Head Coach Neal Welch to talk about building lasting culture, creating belief in players, and investing in relationships that go beyond the court.
In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Weatherford High School Head Coach Neal Welch to talk about building lasting culture, creating belief in players, and investing in relationships that go beyond the court.
In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Weatherford High School Head Coach Neal Welch to talk about building lasting culture, creating belief in players, and investing in relationships that go beyond the court.
In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Weatherford High School Head Coach Neal Welch to talk about building lasting culture, creating belief in players, and investing in relationships that go beyond the court.
Coach Brian Blackburn joins the JAMODI Podcast to share his unique coaching journey from Texas high school basketball to the collegiate ranks at Florida College. In this episode, Coach Blackburn and host Matt Sayman dive deep into:His surprising path to Florida College