Kyle Cooper is entering his third season as Head Men’s Basketball Coach and Athletic Director at Howard College. In his first two years, the Hawks had a 37-23 record. The Hawks had NJCAA All-Americans back-to-back years and sent 10 players to play at the NCAA D1 level. Cooper has helped players to compete in the SEC, WAC, A-10, Southland, Sun Belt, Big Sky, Summit, and SWAC.

Cooper came to Howard after one year as an assistant coach at Tarleton State University. Before Tarleton, Cooper served as the Head Men’s basketball coach at Western Texas College. In his two years, the Westerners had back-to-back Region V tournament appearances, multiple wins against nationally-ranked opponents, several appearances in the NJCAA national rankings, and an overall record of 38-19.

Before his time in Snyder, Cooper spent one season as the top assistant coach at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

Cooper broke into the coaching industry in 2011 and spent his first six seasons as an assistant and associate head coach for North Iowa Area Community College where he also played and was a first-team All-Region player.

On this episode Mike and Kyle discuss the multifaceted challenges and rewards inherent in coaching at the junior college level. Throughout our discussion, Cooper emphasizes the profound educational experience that junior college coaching provides, equipping coaches with the skills to navigate various responsibilities, from recruitment to player development. He shares insights from his coaching journey, highlighting his commitment to fostering players' growth while simultaneously striving for team success. The conversation delves into the intricacies of developing a cohesive team culture, particularly when faced with a roster comprised entirely of newcomers. Ultimately, Cooper conveys his passion for coaching, illustrating how his experiences have shaped his approach to mentorship and leadership in the game of basketball.

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