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Welcome to the JAMODI Podcast! Matt Sayman here, and I ask special leaders/coaches not just WHAT they do, but HOW they do what they do. Guests share strategies on enhancing culture, daily routines for success, building confidence, becoming the best version of themselves. Remember it's JAMODI...It’s Just A Matter Of Doing It!

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Recent Audio Episodes

Keep It Simple | Kellen Sampson
June 25, 2026

Keep It Simple | Kellen Sampson

Kellen Sampson joins the JAMODI Podcast for a deep dive into championship culture, player development, coaching philosophy, leadership, and the principles that have helped build one of the most successful programs in college basketball at the University of Houston. In this conversation, Coach Sampson shares lessons learned from growing up around the game, working alongside legendary coach Kelvin Sampson, developing elite defensive teams, simplifying coaching, building player confidence, and crea
Ask Quality Questions | Kellen Sampson
June 24, 2026

Ask Quality Questions | Kellen Sampson

Kellen Sampson joins the JAMODI Podcast for a deep dive into championship culture, player development, coaching philosophy, leadership, and the principles that have helped build one of the most successful programs in college basketball at the University of Houston. In this conversation, Coach Sampson shares lessons learned from growing up around the game, working alongside legendary coach Kelvin Sampson, developing elite defensive teams, simplifying coaching, building player confidence, and crea
Earn The Right To Cry | Kellen Sampson
June 23, 2026

Earn The Right To Cry | Kellen Sampson

Kellen Sampson joins the JAMODI Podcast for a deep dive into championship culture, player development, coaching philosophy, leadership, and the principles that have helped build one of the most successful programs in college basketball at the University of Houston. In this conversation, Coach Sampson shares lessons learned from growing up around the game, working alongside legendary coach Kelvin Sampson, developing elite defensive teams, simplifying coaching, building player confidence, and crea
EPISODE 310: KELLEN SAMPSON
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June 22, 2026

EPISODE 310: KELLEN SAMPSON

Kellen Sampson joins the JAMODI Podcast for a deep dive into championship culture, player development, coaching philosophy, leadership, and the principles that have helped build one of the most successful programs in college basketball at the University of Houston. In this conversation, Coach Sampson shares lessons learned from growing up around the game, working alongside legendary coach Kelvin Sampson, developing elite defensive teams, simplifying coaching, building player confidence, and crea
Major In The Minors | John A. Smith
June 19, 2026

Major In The Minors | John A. Smith

In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Coach John Smith shares powerful insights on building player-led teams, creating authentic relationships with athletes, developing culture, and coaching today’s generation with accountability and purpose. Coach Smith dives into why consistency matters, how to create buy-in inside your program, and the importance of communication, trust, and connection in developing young men. From basketball systems to player development, practice planning, leadership, and
Confident Players Play Fast | John A. Smith
June 18, 2026

Confident Players Play Fast | John A. Smith

In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Coach John Smith shares powerful insights on building player-led teams, creating authentic relationships with athletes, developing culture, and coaching today’s generation with accountability and purpose. Coach Smith dives into why consistency matters, how to create buy-in inside your program, and the importance of communication, trust, and connection in developing young men. From basketball systems to player development, practice planning, leadership, and

Recent Blog Posts

Summary of Episode 246 with Skip Townsend
April 23, 2025

Summary of Episode 246 with Skip Townsend

 “Do the Little Things Right”: Lessons in Leadership from Coach Skip TownsendSkip Townsend is more than just a legendary Texas high school basketball coach with over 1,000 wins and nine state championships — he's a master …
Summary of Episode 244 with Antoine Thompson
April 15, 2025

Summary of Episode 244 with Antoine Thompson

 "Handle Hard Better": Lessons in Leadership with Coach Antoine ThompsonIn a powerful episode of the JAMODI Podcast, host Matt Sayman sits down with Coach Antoine Thompson, head boys basketball coach at South Oak Cliff High School and forme…

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