EPISODE 244: ANTOINE THOMPSON

In this powerful episode of the JAMODI Podcast, we sit down with Coach Antoine Thompson, head boys basketball coach at South Oak Cliff High School and the architect behind Stony Point's incredible 38-2 season and historic state championship run. With over 100 wins and a 100% graduation rate in just three years, Coach Thompson brings unmatched passion, wisdom, and structure to his teams—and it shows. We dive deep into his coaching philosophy, the systems he’s built, and how he balances success on the court with character and leadership off it.

🔥 Episode Highlights:

“Handle hard better” — Teaching players how to face adversity head-on

Culture over everything — Building a program where habits, discipline, and love shape champions

Time management systems — Creating a college-style structure in high school

Leadership that spreads — How his team’s culture influences the entire school community

Staying hungry — What happens after a star player graduates and how the standard stays the same

Family first — Prioritizing balance with powerful insight into managing coaching and home life

💬 Big Quotes:

“You can't have championship mindsets with weak habits.”

“We have to be able to handle hard better. Yesterday was hard, we know, but you have to be able to handle this hard—and we're gonna do it together.”

“My passion is my love. My passion is my drive. My passion is my why.”

“Don’t fail at the job only you can do—at home.”

“We’re not militant—we’re just disciplined.”

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