Locked IN Basketball Podcast: Episode 4 – Building a Winning Program with Coach Sam Ferry of Rhode Island College

In this special episode of Locked IN Basketball, hosts Nick DeFeo and Jason Shea sit down with Sam Ferry, head coach of Rhode Island College, to talk about what it takes to build a winning basketball program. Coach Ferry shares his coaching journey, which includes stints at Vanderbilt, Monmouth, Pittsburgh, Cleveland State, and Holy Cross before landing at RIC.

Tune in to hear:

• Coach Ferry’s experience transitioning from D1 programs to leading a D3 team 🏀
• How he builds a culture centered around humility, hunger, and selflessness 🔑
• Insights on recruiting the right players for team success 🎯
• The importance of player development and fostering a high basketball IQ 🧠
• Tips for youth coaches on how to maximize limited practice time effectively ⏰

Whether you're a coach looking for advice, a player wanting to improve, or a fan of the game, this episode is packed with valuable insights that will get you thinking about basketball in a whole new way.

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