EPISODE 292 | RYAN MURPHY
In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Ryan Murphy for a powerful conversation on culture, confidence, and building a sustainable program.
Coach Murphy breaks down what it really looks like to take over a program, survive the challenges of Year 1, and see growth take hold in Year 2. From defining standards to developing shooters and embracing adversity, this episode is loaded with real, practical coaching insight.
If you’re a coach trying to build belief, play faster, and create a culture that lasts beyond wins and losses, this episode is for you 🎯
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE 🧠🏀🏀 Why Year 1 is about foundation, not the scoreboard🏀 How to build buy-in through standards and relationships🏀 The “1–0 vs the standard” mindset🏀 Teaching players to play fast without losing discipline🏀 Using Synergy and Hudl for self-scouting and development🏀 Building shooter confidence through competition🏀 Why accountability must be positive, not just loud🏀 Defining roles clearly to keep players bought in🏀 Creating culture that survives adversity🏀 How effort and vulnerability drive consistency
KEY TOPICS 🔑• Basketball culture building• Year 1 vs Year 2 program growth• High school basketball coaching• Fast-paced offensive identity• Defensive pressure and effort• Competitive shooting drills• Player confidence development• Film study and self-scouting• Role clarity and accountability• Leadership in team sports
FEATURED COACH 🎙️Coach Ryan Murphy is a high school basketball coach known for building culture-driven programs centered on relentless effort, accountability, and pace. His “1–0 vs the standard” philosophy emphasizes daily growth over chasing outcomes and helps teams sustain success long-term.
NOTABLE CONCEPTS FROM THE EPISODE 💡• 1–0 vs the standard• Relentless effort as a non-negotiable• Player-to-player accountability• Competitive shooting environments• Draft-style practice teams• Scout team ownership• Positive reinforcement through film• Role clarity for long-term buy-in
DRILLS MENTIONED 📝• Seven Up shooting competition• Stitches (full-court competitive shooting)• Transition Recognition drill• Competitive execution scoring• Game-speed shooting constraints
WHY THIS EPISODE MATTERS ❤️Winning can hide flaws. Losing reveals lessons. Coach Murphy shares how embracing adversity, reinforcing standards, and prioritizing relationships leads to teams that believe in what they’re building.
This episode brings clarity and conviction for coaches balancing patience with urgency.
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