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Tramel Barnes is a men’s basketball assistant coach at South Dakota State University under Head Coach Eric Henderson. This is Barnes’ second stint as an assistant with the Jackrabbits having also served under Henderson from 2019-21.
Barnes spent three seasons from 2021-2024 at the University Utah on the coaching staff led by Craig Smith. He’s served as a director of player personnel and assistant coach for the Utes. Barnes had previously worked with Smith during the 2018-19 season at Utah State where he served as director of basketball operations and player development. The NABC recognized Barnes for his efforts and named him to the 2019 Under Armour 30-Under-30 Team.
Barnes began his coaching career at Southwest Minnesota State in 2013 after a four-year collegiate career capped by two seasons with the Mustangs. He spent six seasons on the SMSU coaching staff.
On this episode Mike & Tramel discuss the challenges posed by the transfer portal and the necessity for genuine connectivity within teams. They delve into the significance of building enduring relationships with players and their families, emphasizing the qualitative aspects that extend beyond mere athletic prowess. Coach Barnes reflects on his diverse experiences across various levels of competition, underscoring the importance of adaptability in a profession characterized by continual change. This episode hits on coaching philosophy, personal growth, and the overarching influence of integrity and community in shaping successful basketball programs.
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Tramel Barnes is a men’s basketball assistant coach at South Dakota State University under Head Coach Eric Henderson. This is Barnes’ second stint as an assistant with the Jackrabbits having also served under Henderson from 2019-21.
Barnes spent three seasons from 2021-2024 at the University Utah on the coaching staff led by Craig Smith. He’s served as a director of player personnel and assistant coach for the Utes. Barnes had previously worked with Smith during the 2018-19 season at Utah State where he served as director of basketball operations and player development. The NABC recognized Barnes for his efforts and named him to the 2019 Under Armour 30-Under-30 Team.
Barnes began his coaching career at Southwest Minnesota State in 2013 after a four-year collegiate career capped by two seasons with the Mustangs. He spent six seasons on the SMSU coaching staff.
On this episode Mike & Tramel discuss the challenges posed by the transfer portal and the necessity for genuine connectivity within teams. They delve into the significance of building enduring relationships with players and their families, emphasizing the qualitative aspects that extend beyond mere athletic prowess. Coach Barnes reflects on his diverse experiences across various levels of competition, underscoring the importance of adaptability in a profession characterized by continual change. This episode hits on coaching philosophy, personal growth, and the overarching influence of integrity and community in shaping successful basketball programs.
Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @hoopheadspod for the latest updates on episodes, guests, and events from the Hoop Heads Pod.
Make sure you’re subscribed to the Hoop Heads Pod on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts and while you’re there please leave us a 5 star rating and review. Your ratings help your friends and coaching colleagues find the show. If you really love what you’re hearing recommend the Hoop Heads Pod to someone and get them to join you as a part of Hoop Heads Nation.
Be sure to have your notebook handy as you listen to this episode with Tramel Barnes, men’s basketball assistant coach at South Dakota State University.
Website - https://gojacks.com/sports/mens-basketball
Email - [email protected]
Twitter/X - @TramelBarnes
Visit our Sponsors!
Dr. Dish Basketball
When a player becomes unguardable, the game shifts, the defense breaks, the crowd roars, and your team takes control.
Great players don’t just get lucky, they stoke the fire within. They’re built in practice, accelerated with the right reps, the right motivation, and the #1 Selling Shooting Machine in America™ — Dr. Dish. Feed Your Fire. Visit drdishbasketball.com today.
The Coaching Portfolio
Your first impression is everything when applying for a new coaching job. A professional coaching portfolio is the tool that highlights your coaching achievements and philosophies and, most of all, helps separate you and your abilities from the other applicants. Special Price of just $25 for all Hoop Heads Listeners.
Wealth4Coaches
Empowering athletic coaches with financial education, strategic planning, and practical tools to build lasting wealth—on and off the court.
If you listen to and love the Hoop Heads Podcast, please consider giving us a small tip that will help in our quest to become the #1 basketball coaching podcast. https://hoop-heads.captivate.fm/support
Twitter/X
Podcast - @hoopheadspod
Mike - @hdstarthoops
Jason - @jsunkle
@hoopheadspod
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YouTube
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