Audio Episodes

Aug. 19, 2025

Constant Culture Checks | Molly Miller

🏀 Arizona State Head Women’s Basketball Coach Molly Miller joins the JAMODI Podcast with Matt Sayman to share her journey, coaching philosophy, and the cultural pillars that drive her teams to success. Known for her relentless energy, strong culture-building, and a track record of winning everywhere she’s coached, Coach Miller opens up about her transition from Grand Canyon University to ASU, the power of humility and communication, and why taking charges isn’t just a play—it’s a mentality. In ...
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Aug. 18, 2025

EPISODE 266: MOLLY MILLER

🏀 Arizona State Head Women’s Basketball Coach Molly Miller joins the JAMODI Podcast with Matt Sayman to share her journey, coaching philosophy, and the cultural pillars that drive her teams to success. Known for her relentless energy, strong culture-building, and a track record of winning everywhere she’s coached, Coach Miller opens up about her transition from Grand Canyon University to ASU, the power of humility and communication, and why taking charges isn’t just a play—it’s a mentality. In ...
Aug. 15, 2025

Trust Your Assistant Coaches | Grant McMillan

In this episode of The JAMODI Podcast, Coach Grant McMillan of Navarro College shares proven strategies for building a winning basketball culture, focusing on retention over recruiting, developing strong relationships, and preparing players for the next level. Coach McMillan dives deep into: • Why retention is more important than recruiting in today’s game • How junior college coaches adapt quickly to constant roster changes • Keys to helping players transition from high school to college baske...
Aug. 14, 2025

Being Early And On Time | Grant McMillan

In this episode of The JAMODI Podcast, Coach Grant McMillan of Navarro College shares proven strategies for building a winning basketball culture, focusing on retention over recruiting, developing strong relationships, and preparing players for the next level. Coach McMillan dives deep into: • Why retention is more important than recruiting in today’s game • How junior college coaches adapt quickly to constant roster changes • Keys to helping players transition from high school to college baske...
Aug. 13, 2025

Being Ok With Conflict | Grant McMillan

In this episode of The JAMODI Podcast, Coach Grant McMillan of Navarro College shares proven strategies for building a winning basketball culture, focusing on retention over recruiting, developing strong relationships, and preparing players for the next level. Coach McMillan dives deep into: • Why retention is more important than recruiting in today’s game • How junior college coaches adapt quickly to constant roster changes • Keys to helping players transition from high school to college baske...
Aug. 12, 2025

It's About Where They Go | Grant McMillan

In this episode of The JAMODI Podcast, Coach Grant McMillan of Navarro College shares proven strategies for building a winning basketball culture, focusing on retention over recruiting, developing strong relationships, and preparing players for the next level. Coach McMillan dives deep into: • Why retention is more important than recruiting in today’s game • How junior college coaches adapt quickly to constant roster changes • Keys to helping players transition from high school to college baske...
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Aug. 11, 2025

EPISODE 265: GRANT MCMILLAN

In this episode of The JAMODI Podcast, Coach Grant McMillan of Navarro College shares proven strategies for building a winning basketball culture, focusing on retention over recruiting, developing strong relationships, and preparing players for the next level. Coach McMillan dives deep into: • Why retention is more important than recruiting in today’s game • How junior college coaches adapt quickly to constant roster changes • Keys to helping players transition from high school to college baske...
Aug. 8, 2025

Using The JAMODI Skills Rating | Brian Blackburn

Coach Brian Blackburn joins the JAMODI Podcast to share his unique coaching journey from Texas high school basketball to the collegiate ranks at Florida College. In this episode, Coach Blackburn and host Matt Sayman dive deep into: His surprising path to Florida College 📍 The grind of high school vs. college coaching 🆚 How culture is built through identity, relationships, and breath work 🌬️ Phil Forte’s legendary work ethic and shooting transformation 🏹 Managing multiple voices in players’ ...
Aug. 7, 2025

Sprinkle In The Culture | Brian Blackburn

Coach Brian Blackburn joins the JAMODI Podcast to share his unique coaching journey from Texas high school basketball to the collegiate ranks at Florida College. In this episode, Coach Blackburn and host Matt Sayman dive deep into: His surprising path to Florida College 📍 The grind of high school vs. college coaching 🆚 How culture is built through identity, relationships, and breath work 🌬️ Phil Forte’s legendary work ethic and shooting transformation 🏹 Managing multiple voices in players’ ...
Aug. 6, 2025

Basketball Is The Connection | Brian Blackburn

Coach Brian Blackburn joins the JAMODI Podcast to share his unique coaching journey from Texas high school basketball to the collegiate ranks at Florida College. In this episode, Coach Blackburn and host Matt Sayman dive deep into: His surprising path to Florida College 📍 The grind of high school vs. college coaching 🆚 How culture is built through identity, relationships, and breath work 🌬️ Phil Forte’s legendary work ethic and shooting transformation 🏹 Managing multiple voices in players’ ...
Aug. 5, 2025

Lessons From An NBA Player | Brian Blackburn

Coach Brian Blackburn joins the JAMODI Podcast to share his unique coaching journey from Texas high school basketball to the collegiate ranks at Florida College. In this episode, Coach Blackburn and host Matt Sayman dive deep into: His surprising path to Florida College 📍 The grind of high school vs. college coaching 🆚 How culture is built through identity, relationships, and breath work 🌬️ Phil Forte’s legendary work ethic and shooting transformation 🏹 Managing multiple voices in players’ ...
Aug. 4, 2025

EPISODE 264: BRIAN BLACKBURN

Coach Brian Blackburn joins the JAMODI Podcast to share his unique coaching journey from Texas high school basketball to the collegiate ranks at Florida College. In this episode, Coach Blackburn and host Matt Sayman dive deep into: His surprising path to Florida College 📍 The grind of high school vs. college coaching 🆚 How culture is built through identity, relationships, and breath work 🌬️ Phil Forte’s legendary work ethic and shooting transformation 🏹 Managing multiple voices in players’ ...
Aug. 1, 2025

Don't Coach In The Weightroom | Lucio Rodriguez

In this episode, Matt Sayman sits down with Coach Lucio Rodriguez, head boys basketball coach at Vela High School in Edinburg, Texas. Fresh off another dominant season (34-5, undefeated in district), Coach Rodriguez unpacks how he’s built one of the top programs in the state year after year. He shares insight on: 🧠 Evolving scouting reports and simplifying game plans 🏆 Leading with relationships, not pressure 🎯 Coaching with player goals in mind 🎥 Using film the right way (and why "film is ...
July 31, 2025

They're Playing For Us | Lucio Rodriguez

In this episode, Matt Sayman sits down with Coach Lucio Rodriguez, head boys basketball coach at Vela High School in Edinburg, Texas. Fresh off another dominant season (34-5, undefeated in district), Coach Rodriguez unpacks how he’s built one of the top programs in the state year after year. He shares insight on: 🧠 Evolving scouting reports and simplifying game plans 🏆 Leading with relationships, not pressure 🎯 Coaching with player goals in mind 🎥 Using film the right way (and why "film is ...
July 30, 2025

Mistakes Vs Problems | Lucio Rodriguez

In this episode, Matt Sayman sits down with Coach Lucio Rodriguez, head boys basketball coach at Vela High School in Edinburg, Texas. Fresh off another dominant season (34-5, undefeated in district), Coach Rodriguez unpacks how he’s built one of the top programs in the state year after year. He shares insight on: 🧠 Evolving scouting reports and simplifying game plans 🏆 Leading with relationships, not pressure 🎯 Coaching with player goals in mind 🎥 Using film the right way (and why "film is ...
July 29, 2025

The Scouting Report Is For Us | Lucio Rodriguez

In this episode, Matt Sayman sits down with Coach Lucio Rodriguez, head boys basketball coach at Vela High School in Edinburg, Texas. Fresh off another dominant season (34-5, undefeated in district), Coach Rodriguez unpacks how he’s built one of the top programs in the state year after year. He shares insight on: 🧠 Evolving scouting reports and simplifying game plans 🏆 Leading with relationships, not pressure 🎯 Coaching with player goals in mind 🎥 Using film the right way (and why "film is ...
July 28, 2025

EPISODE 263: LUCIO RODRIGUEZ

In this episode, Matt Sayman sits down with Coach Lucio Rodriguez, head boys basketball coach at Vela High School in Edinburg, Texas. Fresh off another dominant season (34-5, undefeated in district), Coach Rodriguez unpacks how he’s built one of the top programs in the state year after year. He shares insight on: 🧠 Evolving scouting reports and simplifying game plans 🏆 Leading with relationships, not pressure 🎯 Coaching with player goals in mind 🎥 Using film the right way (and why "film is ...
July 25, 2025

Give Ourselves Grace | Stan Leech

In this powerful episode, Coach Stan Leech—Hall of Famer, 34-year head coach, and longtime Athletic Director at Boerne ISD—shares timeless wisdom on coaching, leadership, faith, and the true story behind the word JAMODI (Just A Matter Of Doing It). You’ll hear about: The real origins of “JAMODI” and why Coach Leech still owns the license plate What not to say in a coaching interview (hint: don’t use the C-word... “culture”) How to define and actually build meaningful standards in your progra...
July 24, 2025

Build Your Pyramid | Stan Leech

In this powerful episode, Coach Stan Leech—Hall of Famer, 34-year head coach, and longtime Athletic Director at Boerne ISD—shares timeless wisdom on coaching, leadership, faith, and the true story behind the word JAMODI (Just A Matter Of Doing It). You’ll hear about: The real origins of “JAMODI” and why Coach Leech still owns the license plate What not to say in a coaching interview (hint: don’t use the C-word... “culture”) How to define and actually build meaningful standards in your progra...
July 23, 2025

Don't Use The 'Culture' Word | Stan Leech

In this powerful episode, Coach Stan Leech—Hall of Famer, 34-year head coach, and longtime Athletic Director at Boerne ISD—shares timeless wisdom on coaching, leadership, faith, and the true story behind the word JAMODI (Just A Matter Of Doing It). You’ll hear about: The real origins of “JAMODI” and why Coach Leech still owns the license plate What not to say in a coaching interview (hint: don’t use the C-word... “culture”) How to define and actually build meaningful standards in your progra...
July 22, 2025

The Origin Of JAMODI | Stan Leech

In this powerful episode, Coach Stan Leech—Hall of Famer, 34-year head coach, and longtime Athletic Director at Boerne ISD—shares timeless wisdom on coaching, leadership, faith, and the true story behind the word JAMODI (Just A Matter Of Doing It). You’ll hear about: The real origins of “JAMODI” and why Coach Leech still owns the license plate What not to say in a coaching interview (hint: don’t use the C-word... “culture”) How to define and actually build meaningful standards in your progra...
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July 21, 2025

EPISODE 262: STAN LEECH

In this powerful episode, Coach Stan Leech—Hall of Famer, 34-year head coach, and longtime Athletic Director at Boerne ISD—shares timeless wisdom on coaching, leadership, faith, and the true story behind the word JAMODI (Just A Matter Of Doing It). You’ll hear about: The real origins of “JAMODI” and why Coach Leech still owns the license plate What not to say in a coaching interview (hint: don’t use the C-word... “culture”) How to define and actually build meaningful standards in your progra...
July 18, 2025

Coaching Staff Culture | Sam Patterson

In this powerful episode of Hoops Talk, Matt Sayman sits down with Coach Sam Patterson, the new head men's basketball coach at Mary Hardin-Baylor. From humble beginnings as a student manager at Baylor in 2004 to becoming a Division III head coach, Coach Patterson’s journey is one of loyalty, resilience, and faith. Don't miss this behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to become a head coach — from navigating coaching transitions and being let go, to finding peace in God's plan and leadi...
July 17, 2025

Selfless, Dependable, Tough | Sam Patterson

In this powerful episode of Hoops Talk, Matt Sayman sits down with Coach Sam Patterson, the new head men's basketball coach at Mary Hardin-Baylor. From humble beginnings as a student manager at Baylor in 2004 to becoming a Division III head coach, Coach Patterson’s journey is one of loyalty, resilience, and faith. Don't miss this behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to become a head coach — from navigating coaching transitions and being let go, to finding peace in God's plan and leadi...