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Off the Beaten Path Hoops episodes
- OBP51: Dean Keener, from a truck stop to the Final Four
Dean Keener joins Episode 52 of Off the Beaten Path Hoops to tell his story that starts in northern Ohio and winds through Five Star Camp, Davidson, a truck stop in Indiana, a friendly office mate, a Monday night moment and the top grassroots basketball events in the country. Enjoy the conversation!
1 hr 24 min - OBP50: Norman Parker and the Georgia Stars - a lasting legacy of hoops
The founder of the Georgia Stars Basketball tells us about the humble beginnings of the program in Bartow County, the steep learning curve in recruiting and competing, and the breakthrough that happened with young William Avery at the helm. From Nike to Coach K, and from church gyms to the NBA, Norman has been through it all. Listen for great stories, lots of connections and some Peach Jam championship memories.
1 hr 10 min - OBP49: Dan Evans takes Midwest roots to North Georgia success
Here's the story of Dan Evans, a basketball coach who remembers every play from every game, got a job in the South off HoopDirt (along with connections, relationships and fate), and took the University of North Georgia Nighthawks to the Elite Eight.
1 hr 13 min - OBP48: Gonzaga's R-Jay Barsh says that if you open the gym, they will come.
We kick off Season 4 with Gonzaga assistant coach R-Jay Barsh who tells us the importance of opening the gym for anyone and everyone, including Isiah Thomas, along with how to build relationships that last. And make sure you ask him is how...
1 hr 27 min - OBP47: Tony Campbell takes the reins at Reinhardt
Coach Campbell tells us his path from player to coach, a battle with cancer and Barksdale tales.
52 min - OBP 46: NC Wesleyan's John Thompson on relationships over networking and camp connections
From mentors and role models to John Thompson mix ups and Final Four visits - it's all here in OBP46 with legendary North Carolina Wesleyan coach John Thompson.
1 hr 32 min - OBP45: South Alabama's Richie Riley talks tough interviews, difficult decisions and finding the path
From maxing out your credit cards to leading a top division one program, Coach Richie Riley is a true example of following an off the beaten path to the top of the profession. Hear about his mentors, his insights, his work as a golf caddy and who can get you out of a speeding ticket.
1 hr 3 min - Off the Beaten Path Basketball: Season 4 Tipoff Talk
Welcome to Season 4 of OBP, our off the beaten path basketball podcast for coaches living in obscurity, working in obscurity and even for those who have made it out of obscurity. In OBP44, our hosts catch up, tell stories and preview the season.
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Hoops coaches tell stories about life, careers, winding roads and connections created through the game of basketball.