Hello everyone, welcome to the Johnny Drinks Podcast! In this episode, we have a special guest, Coach Nick Marinello, John Sr.’s childhood friend, a renowned high school basketball coach with a wealth of experience and success. Coach Marinello's rise in the basketball world has been anything but conventional. He shares his coaching journey, from his early days as an athlete to becoming a respected figure in the high school basketball scene. He discusses his coaching philosophy, his approach to mentoring young athletes, and the challenges he has faced along the way. Coach Marinello's story goes beyond the basketball court. He  speaks about navigating through setbacks, failures, and unexpected turns in his life, and how those experiences shaped him into the successful coach he is today. His unorthodox path to coaching success offers a fresh perspective on the coaching profession and serves as a testament to the power of resilience, determination, and never giving up on one's dreams. Sit back, and tune in to this week’s episode of the Johnny Drinks Podcast as Coach Marinello shares his remarkable journey, valuable insights, and practical tips for aspiring coaches, basketball enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the world of high school sports. Cheers to an insightful and engaging conversation!

0:00 Meet Nick 

7:00 Growing up in Manhattan 

12:00 After Nick’s Father Passing

16:00 Laser-Beam Pitcher 

19:30 Coaching with Hudson Catholic 

27:00 The Right Guy to ask Advice 

33:00 Regrets in Life 

37:00 How to find your Passion 

40:20 Key to Being a Successful Salesperson 

41:15 Learning from Failure 

43:00 Switching Places with my Dad 

51:00 A People’s Person 

54:00 Greatest Accomplishment 

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