Coach Jon DeMarco joins the JAMODI Podcast to drop real, practical wisdom on what it takes to build an elite basketball program—on and off the court. From 298+ straight weeks hosting the Get Better Basketball Chat to implementing game-changing full-court pressure, Coach DeMarco shows us how true leadership starts with communication, consistency, and culture 🧠🔥

We dive deep into what separates good coaches from great ones, how to manage tough conversations with parents, why communication is the ultimate coaching skill, and how to empower athletes through shared values and relentless mindset 💪

🎯 Topics Covered:
• What makes the 2-1-2 press so effective 💥
• Why Coach DeMarco built Get Better Basketball 📱
• The secret to 298 weeks of consistency 🔁
• How to handle parent meetings with grace 🤝
• Should young players move up to varsity? 🔄
• How to build co-owned culture through core values 📘
• Turning communication into your coaching superpower 🎯
• The difference between enthusiasm and relentlessness 🔥
• Creating a system that supports development + competition 🏗️
• What it means to truly lead with growth mindset 🌱

💬 Coaching Gold from Coach DeMarco:
"Being a great communicator isn’t just about talking—it’s about listening, learning, and leading."
"Culture is lived daily, not just posted on a wall."
"Sometimes your press wins you the game before the tip-off—it’s in your opponent’s head."

🔗 Connect with Coach Jon DeMarco:
🏀 Website: coachdemarco.com
🟦 X (Twitter): @Coach_DeMarco
📺 YouTube: Get Better Basketball TV

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