Jeff Gardner is the head coach of the Skyridge Falcons in Lehi, Utah. He won 2 state championships as a player and has been to the state championship game multiple times as a coach. His teams are known for their aggressive, fast-paced play and disciplined approach. He shares his thoughts on building teams, preparing the youth, and fun coaching stories including the real story behind the 2013 Brighton vs Lone Peak "stall" game.

Coach Gardner is extremely well-respected in the basketball community, and we are fortunate to visit with him.

🎙 Whether you’re a coach, player, or just love the game — this conversation is full of wisdom, stories, and Utah basketball history.

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Chapters:

0:00 Intro

0:30 Coach's Love for Basketball

2:32 Balance of Structure and Freedom

5:03 Coaching Unselfishness

6:36 Getting Players to Play Hard

8:40 Structuring Practice

10:46 Scouting Opponents

15:46 What it Takes to Win

18:04 2013 Brighton vs Lone Peak Stall Game

24:26 Coachisms

26:42 Bringing up the Youth

29:14 Preparing for Skyridge Tryouts

30:41 Multi-Sport Athletes

32:48 Conditioning Players

35:04 Advice for Parents

40:15 Father/Son - Coach/Player Relationship

43:33 Game Day Traditions

44:28 Questions from the Internet

44:38 Fastest Technical

45:00 Advice to Coaches

48:23 Biggest Trash Talker

48:36 1v1 Tournament

49:26 Technicals in Career

50:10 Relationship with Officials

51:13 Best Players he's Coached

53:01 Coach's GOAT

53:19 Back In Time Approach to High School Basketball

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