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Marquette's new head basketball coach, Shaka Smart, is excited for the opportunity to compete in the Big East and lead a program with a rich basketball tradition. Why setting the culture is crucial in year one with the Golden Eagles. Early impressions of the roster. Realistic expectations. Quickly building relationships. Balancing team goals with individual goals. Billy … [Read more...] about Episode 290 — Marquette’s Shaka Smart

Arizona basketball starts a fresh chapter with their newly minted head coach, Tommy Lloyd. What are realistic expectations in year one for the first time head coach? What he learned in 20 plus years under Mark Few at Gonzaga. Discussing the team he inherits. The importance of holding high standards and not relenting on them. Future scheduling. Style of play. His international … [Read more...] about Episode 289 — Arizona’s Tommy Lloyd

It's May but we're not sleeping yet! The new coaches series rolls along with North Carolina's Hubert Davis. The former Tar Heels player and assistant takes us through the hiring process on how he became the head man at the university he deeply loves. His respect for Coach Roy Williams. Finding a rhythm and routine. Becoming the decision maker. The importance of utilizing … [Read more...] about Episode 288 — North Carolina’s Hubert Davis

The new coaches series continues with Texas' Chris Beard! Jon and coach discuss his move from Texas Tech to Texas. Is it strange to move within conference? How the process all went down. Why the move was right for him. What are the goals in year one? How to best push the Texas brand and build off of Shaka Smart's success. The balance between winning and personal success. … [Read more...] about Episode 287 — Texas’ Chris Beard