Kyle Tolin is the Head Men’s Basketball Coach at The University of Texas Permian Basin. In his first four seasons at UTPB the Falcons have a 62-54 overall record and made the Lone Star Conference Tournament in 2022.

Prior to UTPB, Tolin spent the last seven seasons at the University of Arkansas - Monticello, where he reached the NCAA Tournament twice, won a pair of regular-season conference championships, and had 108 victories, completely turning around the Boll Weevil program.

Tolin took the reins of the UAM program in 2014 after helping Oklahoma Baptist reach 14 straight NAIA national tournaments during his 10 years as an assistant coach and four years as a student-athlete. The 2010 Bison team won the NAIA national championship, while the 2002 and 2012 teams finished as national runners-up. During that 14-year span, the team’s record in the national tournament was 30-12. The 2010 national championship team finished with an overall record of 34-2.

As a student-athlete at Oklahoma Baptist, Tolin scored over 1,000 points during his four-year career and was a two-time All-SAC honorable mention. He played in every game during his career, and in addition to his scoring, averaged 4.3 assists per game overall. He was named OBU’s Senior Male Athlete of the Year in 2004.

On this episode Mike & Kyle discuss the significance of instilling a winning mentality in players, an ethos that shapes their approach to practice and competition. Kyle shares the importance of cultivating positive habits and fostering a culture of hard work and accountability within the team. Throughout the conversation, we delve into the intricate balance of coaching styles, player development, and the evolving landscape of college basketball, particularly in relation to the transfer portal and NIL dynamics. Ultimately, Tolan's reflections underscore the commitment required not only to enhance individual player’s skills but also to build a cohesive and resilient team capable of achieving collective success.

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Get ready to take some notes as you listen to this episode with Kyle Tolin, Head Men’s Basketball Coach at The University of Texas Permian Basin.

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