Mind of a Coach

Mind of a Coach

By Nathan Moran and Asa DuvallSportsBasketball
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Mind of a Coach episodes

  • "When Opportunity Knocks" w/Mario Moore pt. 2- Episode 16

    On this weeks episode:

    We want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and say thank you for your support during these crazy times, we begin the second part of our conversation with Mario (4:30) the teams that win have fun (14:00)  "when opportunity knocks, most people are in the backyard looking for four leaf clovers" (17:15) the importance of execution and mental toughness (20:18) don't get too high, don't get too low and playing through pain (30:44) & much more.

    Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

    #MOAC

    1 hr 4 min
  • "When Opportunity knocks" w/ Mario Moore Part 1 - Episode 15

    On this weeks episode:  

    the fellas recap their weekend games, no Duke, Kentucky, Arizona, or Virginia in the Top 25 (5:10) why does the foul count stop at 10 on the scoreboard? (7:25) Former Vanderbilt Basketball star, Mario Moore, joins the show (9:30) Mario's time at Shorter University & his coaching philosophy  (13:48) how overseas basketball is different (22:17) what it was like to play for Kevin Stallings (27:25) & much more.  

    Be sure to tune in next week for part 2 of our conversation with Mario.  

    #MOAC

    1 hr 8 min
  • "Conviction" w/ Coach Russ Willemsen - Episode 14

    In this weeks episode:  

    It's finally game week; some James Naismith trivia (4:45) Asa is done with twitter (6:00) Coach Russ Willemsen Joins the show (8:30) how Russ kept improving as a coach during the pandemic (11:35) finding your voice (14:08) be an ALLSTAR in your role (18:45) coach Russ's journey (22:00) Three Keys to Recruiting (26:20) & more  

    #MOAC

    55 min
  • "Wisdom From Coach King" Part Two w/ Coach Dennis King - Episode 13

    In this weeks episode:  

    Asa & Nate catch up as the season is approaching, Michael Jordan got fined for wearing his own shoes (1:58) nothing makes sense to Asa (5:55) we begin the second part of our conversation with Coach Dennis King (7:44) Coach Kings relationship with College Hall of Fame Basketball coach Rick Byrd & college coaching potential (10:38) Nates favorite Coach King Moment (15:25) high school shot clock (20:05) state championship game recap & retirement (31:19) & much more  

    #MOAC

    1 hr 3 min
  • "Wisdom From Coach King" Part One w/ Coach Dennis King - Episode 12
    In this weeks episode:  
    Asa and Nathan finally get to do the podcast in person, the weekly positivity turns negative (2:17) dealing with COVID as a player (3:30) Legendary Tennessee high school basketball coach, Dennis King, joins the show (7:45) Coach King visits the Hoosier Gym (10:00) Asa's Muhammad Ali knowledge gets put to the test (13:00) Why Coach King moved to Nashville (15:10) what made Coach King fall in love with basketball (24:03) where his coaching style came from (30:50) how to get out of a shooting slump (43:52) & more
    Tune in next week to hear PART TWO of our conversation with Coach King  
    #MOAC
    1 hr 4 min
  • "Find Your Identity" w/ Coach Cole Rose - Episode 11
    In this weeks Episode:  
    Nathan has some car trouble (0:35) the challenges of this upcoming season (1:30) can you name the first 3 picks in the 1984 NBA draft?? (3:28) Daylight savings time is stupid (5:10) RIP to Rasheed Walker and Anthony Stewart (6:50) Associate Head Men's Basketball Coach at Lee University, Cole Rose, joins the show (8:40) High school coaching experience (11:45) early coaching mistakes and lessons (15:29) transition from high school to college coach (17:10) teaching players off the court (23:00) & more. 
    Coach Rose's book suggestions:
    "Outside Shot: Big Dreams, Hard Times, and One County's Quest For Basketball Greatness" By Keith O'Brien  
    "Man's Search For Meaning" By Viktr Frankl  
    #MOAC
    47 min
  • "Do Your Job" w/ Garrison Mathews - Episode 10

    In this weeks episode: We're lucky to have our good friend, former Lipscomb Bison, and current Washington Wizards G Garrison Mathews. Garrison gives us a quick update on his NBA free agency (3:00). college experience (4:00). mindset (6:40) work ethic (8:40) NBA pre-draft process (14:45) NBA coaches vs. college coaches (17:00) DO YOUR JOB (18:00) NBA 'Oh Shit' moment (21:13) & more  #MOAC

    35 min
  • "Authenticity" w/ Coach Brian 'Penny' Collins - Episode 9

    In this weeks episode: 

    We have a very special guest. But first; Nathan gives us the historical fact of the week (0:55) Asa has some weekly positivity for college basketball fans around the country (2:04) then Asa has something to get of his chest - and it turns out that Asa and Nathan might have cursed their beloved Tennessee Titans (3:59) we then introduce our special guest this week, Coach Brian "Penny" Collins from Tennessee State University (7:43) Coach penny then gives us his thoughts on this upcoming season (12:21) overcoming adversity (14:05) the struggles of a Junior College coach (17:57) ways he improved as a young coach (20:00) the importance of AUTHENTICITY (23:50) Three keys for young coaches (26:42) what Nashville means to coach Penny (30:03) lastly, penny tells us about his new organization '#embRACEus' (41:18) HOVA (44:30)  

    #MOAC

    45 min
  • "Purpose vs. Goals" w/ Coach Drew Maddux - Episode 8

    In this weeks episode:

    Coach asa starts off with the historical fact of the week (0:59)

     we then go to then go to our weekly positivity (2:18)

     And as always Asa has something he has to get off his chest (3:38)

     Nate gives us his Three Keys for the week (5:24)

     Then we introduce a very special guest, Coach Drew Maddux (13:45)

    Hope you enjoy this weeks episode.  

    Please give us some feedback.  

    #MOAC

    52 min
  • "Embrace Your Personality" w/ Coach Josh Bone - Episode 7

    This week on the Mind Of A Coach podcast:   Coach Nate starts us off with the historical fact of the week (1:52). Coach Asa begins the weekly positivity (2:54). And as always, Coach Asa has something that he has to get off his chest (5:15). and last but not least, we introduce our next guest, Coach Joshua Bone from the Tennessee State University men's basketball program (11:22).    Get inside the mind of a coach and enjoy the show    #MOAC

    1 hr 6 min

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A sophisticated conversation between coaches who are looking to develop basketball minds in every aspect of the game.