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Building A Competitive Mindset | Ryan Carrington
Oct. 28, 2025

Building A Competitive Mindset | Ryan Carrington

🎙️ Head Boys Basketball Coach at Dallas Molina High School In this powerful JAMODI Podcast episode, Coach Matt Sayman sits down with Coach Ryan Carrington to talk about leadership, culture, and the process of transforming a basketball program. Coach Carrington shares his experience moving from championship success at Kimball High School to building a new standard at Molina. 🔥 Key Topics Building team chemistry and using fall leagues to evaluate progress Lessons from Kimball’s championship cultur...
EPISODE 276: RYAN CARRINGTON
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Oct. 27, 2025

EPISODE 276: RYAN CARRINGTON

🎙️ Head Boys Basketball Coach at Dallas Molina High School In this powerful JAMODI Podcast episode, Coach Matt Sayman sits down with Coach Ryan Carrington to talk about leadership, culture, and the process of transforming a basketball program. Coach Carrington shares his experience moving from championship success at Kimball High School to building a new standard at Molina. 🔥 Key Topics Building team chemistry and using fall leagues to evaluate progress Lessons from Kimball’s championship cultur...
The Power Of Positive Reinforcement | Dominic Parker
Oct. 24, 2025

The Power Of Positive Reinforcement | Dominic Parker

In this conversation, Coach Parker shares his journey from playing at LMU and Virginia State to building his coaching philosophy through experiences at every level of college basketball. He opens up about lessons from winning and losing seasons, the importance of adaptability in today’s game, and how culture and player leadership define long-term success. We dive into: 🏆 Lessons from winning a national championship as an assistant coach 📉 How losing seasons shaped his ability to recognize “winni...
Fostering Team Chemistry | Dominic Parker
Oct. 23, 2025

Fostering Team Chemistry | Dominic Parker

In this conversation, Coach Parker shares his journey from playing at LMU and Virginia State to building his coaching philosophy through experiences at every level of college basketball. He opens up about lessons from winning and losing seasons, the importance of adaptability in today’s game, and how culture and player leadership define long-term success. We dive into: 🏆 Lessons from winning a national championship as an assistant coach 📉 How losing seasons shaped his ability to recognize “winni...
We Facilitate The Culture | Dominic Parker
Oct. 22, 2025

We Facilitate The Culture | Dominic Parker

In this conversation, Coach Parker shares his journey from playing at LMU and Virginia State to building his coaching philosophy through experiences at every level of college basketball. He opens up about lessons from winning and losing seasons, the importance of adaptability in today’s game, and how culture and player leadership define long-term success. We dive into: 🏆 Lessons from winning a national championship as an assistant coach 📉 How losing seasons shaped his ability to recognize “winni...
How You Do Anything Is How You Do Everything | Dominic Parker
Oct. 21, 2025

How You Do Anything Is How You Do Everything | Dominic Parker

In this conversation, Coach Parker shares his journey from playing at LMU and Virginia State to building his coaching philosophy through experiences at every level of college basketball. He opens up about lessons from winning and losing seasons, the importance of adaptability in today’s game, and how culture and player leadership define long-term success. We dive into: 🏆 Lessons from winning a national championship as an assistant coach 📉 How losing seasons shaped his ability to recognize “winni...
EPISODE 275: DOMINIC PARKER
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Oct. 20, 2025

EPISODE 275: DOMINIC PARKER

In this conversation, Coach Parker shares his journey from playing at LMU and Virginia State to building his coaching philosophy through experiences at every level of college basketball. He opens up about lessons from winning and losing seasons, the importance of adaptability in today’s game, and how culture and player leadership define long-term success. We dive into: 🏆 Lessons from winning a national championship as an assistant coach 📉 How losing seasons shaped his ability to recognize “winni...
The Role Of Faith In Coaching | Blake Cochran
Oct. 17, 2025

The Role Of Faith In Coaching | Blake Cochran

In this episode, Matt Sayman sits down with Clarendon College head coach Blake Cochran to talk culture, leadership, JUCO basketball, and faith. Coach Cochran shares how he rebuilt his program through daily connection, intentional scheduling, film work, and a relational approach that balances accountability and fun. He opens up about learning from a tough season, adapting through analytics, and creating a team culture built on love, honesty, and player ownership. Main takeaways: • 🤝 Building rela...
Enjoying The Coaching Journey | Blake Cochran
Oct. 16, 2025

Enjoying The Coaching Journey | Blake Cochran

In this episode, Matt Sayman sits down with Clarendon College head coach Blake Cochran to talk culture, leadership, JUCO basketball, and faith. Coach Cochran shares how he rebuilt his program through daily connection, intentional scheduling, film work, and a relational approach that balances accountability and fun. He opens up about learning from a tough season, adapting through analytics, and creating a team culture built on love, honesty, and player ownership. Main takeaways: • 🤝 Building rela...
Adapting Coaching Strategies | Blake Cochran
Oct. 15, 2025

Adapting Coaching Strategies | Blake Cochran

In this episode, Matt Sayman sits down with Clarendon College head coach Blake Cochran to talk culture, leadership, JUCO basketball, and faith. Coach Cochran shares how he rebuilt his program through daily connection, intentional scheduling, film work, and a relational approach that balances accountability and fun. He opens up about learning from a tough season, adapting through analytics, and creating a team culture built on love, honesty, and player ownership. Main takeaways: • 🤝 Building rela...
Creating Player Engagement | Blake Cochran
Oct. 14, 2025

Creating Player Engagement | Blake Cochran

In this episode, Matt Sayman sits down with Clarendon College head coach Blake Cochran to talk culture, leadership, JUCO basketball, and faith. Coach Cochran shares how he rebuilt his program through daily connection, intentional scheduling, film work, and a relational approach that balances accountability and fun. He opens up about learning from a tough season, adapting through analytics, and creating a team culture built on love, honesty, and player ownership. Main takeaways: • 🤝 Building rela...
EPISODE 274: BLAKE COCHRAN
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Oct. 13, 2025

EPISODE 274: BLAKE COCHRAN

In this episode, Matt Sayman sits down with Clarendon College head coach Blake Cochran to talk culture, leadership, JUCO basketball, and faith. Coach Cochran shares how he rebuilt his program through daily connection, intentional scheduling, film work, and a relational approach that balances accountability and fun. He opens up about learning from a tough season, adapting through analytics, and creating a team culture built on love, honesty, and player ownership. Main takeaways: • 🤝 Building rela...
Playing Hard Is A Skill | Tony Starnes
Oct. 10, 2025

Playing Hard Is A Skill | Tony Starnes

In this episode, Coach Tony Starnes brings over three decades of coaching wisdom from the high school, junior college, and NAIA levels. He shares stories from coaching in Texas, Kansas, and beyond, and talks about building relationships, creating team culture, and the lessons learned from coaching multiple generations of players. Tony also reflects on adapting over time, leading with consistency, and staying passionate about the game after 30-plus years on the sidelines. If you love conversation...
Lead By Example | Tony Starnes
Oct. 9, 2025

Lead By Example | Tony Starnes

In this episode, Coach Tony Starnes brings over three decades of coaching wisdom from the high school, junior college, and NAIA levels. He shares stories from coaching in Texas, Kansas, and beyond, and talks about building relationships, creating team culture, and the lessons learned from coaching multiple generations of players. Tony also reflects on adapting over time, leading with consistency, and staying passionate about the game after 30-plus years on the sidelines. If you love conversation...
Don't Stop Learning | Tony Starnes
Oct. 8, 2025

Don't Stop Learning | Tony Starnes

In this episode, Coach Tony Starnes brings over three decades of coaching wisdom from the high school, junior college, and NAIA levels. He shares stories from coaching in Texas, Kansas, and beyond, and talks about building relationships, creating team culture, and the lessons learned from coaching multiple generations of players. Tony also reflects on adapting over time, leading with consistency, and staying passionate about the game after 30-plus years on the sidelines. If you love conversation...
Trust Takes Time | Tony Starnes
Oct. 7, 2025

Trust Takes Time | Tony Starnes

In this episode, Coach Tony Starnes brings over three decades of coaching wisdom from the high school, junior college, and NAIA levels. He shares stories from coaching in Texas, Kansas, and beyond, and talks about building relationships, creating team culture, and the lessons learned from coaching multiple generations of players. Tony also reflects on adapting over time, leading with consistency, and staying passionate about the game after 30-plus years on the sidelines. If you love conversation...
EPISODE 273: TONY STARNES
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Oct. 6, 2025

EPISODE 273: TONY STARNES

In this episode, Coach Tony Starnes brings over three decades of coaching wisdom from the high school, junior college, and NAIA levels. He shares stories from coaching in Texas, Kansas, and beyond, and talks about building relationships, creating team culture, and the lessons learned from coaching multiple generations of players. Tony also reflects on adapting over time, leading with consistency, and staying passionate about the game after 30-plus years on the sidelines. If you love conversation...
Speed Round | Matt Garnett & Matt Sayman
Oct. 3, 2025

Speed Round | Matt Garnett & Matt Sayman

This week on the JAMODI Podcast, Coach Matt Sayman sits down with longtime friend and coaching partner Matt Garnett, head girls coach at Gordon High School. Coach Garnett has an incredible journey — from being the head men’s coach at Wayland Baptist and McMurry University, to leading his daughters at Trinity Christian Academy and Grapevine Faith, to now building something special at Gordon. Together, Matt and Matt go back and forth sharing the top three coaching ideas they’ve each borrowed over ...
#3 Best Thing Borrowed | Matt Garnett & Matt Sayman
Oct. 2, 2025

#3 Best Thing Borrowed | Matt Garnett & Matt Sayman

This week on the JAMODI Podcast, Coach Matt Sayman sits down with longtime friend and coaching partner Matt Garnett, head girls coach at Gordon High School. Coach Garnett has an incredible journey — from being the head men’s coach at Wayland Baptist and McMurry University, to leading his daughters at Trinity Christian Academy and Grapevine Faith, to now building something special at Gordon. Together, Matt and Matt go back and forth sharing the top three coaching ideas they’ve each borrowed over ...
#2 Best Thing Borrowed | Matt Garnett & Matt Sayman
Oct. 1, 2025

#2 Best Thing Borrowed | Matt Garnett & Matt Sayman

This week on the JAMODI Podcast, Coach Matt Sayman sits down with longtime friend and coaching partner Matt Garnett, head girls coach at Gordon High School. Coach Garnett has an incredible journey — from being the head men’s coach at Wayland Baptist and McMurry University, to leading his daughters at Trinity Christian Academy and Grapevine Faith, to now building something special at Gordon. Together, Matt and Matt go back and forth sharing the top three coaching ideas they’ve each borrowed over ...
#1 Best Thing Borrowed | Matt Garnett & Matt Sayman
Sept. 30, 2025

#1 Best Thing Borrowed | Matt Garnett & Matt Sayman

This week on the JAMODI Podcast, Coach Matt Sayman sits down with longtime friend and coaching partner Matt Garnett, head girls coach at Gordon High School. Coach Garnett has an incredible journey — from being the head men’s coach at Wayland Baptist and McMurry University, to leading his daughters at Trinity Christian Academy and Grapevine Faith, to now building something special at Gordon. Together, Matt and Matt go back and forth sharing the top three coaching ideas they’ve each borrowed over ...
EPISODE 272: MATT GARNETT & MATT SAYMAN
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Sept. 29, 2025

EPISODE 272: MATT GARNETT & MATT SAYMAN

This week on the JAMODI Podcast, Coach Matt Sayman sits down with longtime friend and coaching partner Matt Garnett, head girls coach at Gordon High School. Coach Garnett has an incredible journey — from being the head men’s coach at Wayland Baptist and McMurry University, to leading his daughters at Trinity Christian Academy and Grapevine Faith, to now building something special at Gordon. Together, Matt and Matt go back and forth sharing the top three coaching ideas they’ve each borrowed over ...
Are You Really Playing Fast? | Chris Kreider
Sept. 26, 2025

Are You Really Playing Fast? | Chris Kreider

In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Rice University Men’s Basketball Associate Head Coach Chris Kreider. With over 20 years of experience in college coaching, Kreider shares powerful insights on culture, leadership, and building successful basketball programs. Coach Kreider opens up about his morning habits, the power of habit stacking, how he stays organized with systems, and the importance of balancing coaching with family life. He also dives into offensive philos...
The Shift In Coaching Culture | Chris Kreider
Sept. 25, 2025

The Shift In Coaching Culture | Chris Kreider

In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Matt Sayman sits down with Rice University Men’s Basketball Associate Head Coach Chris Kreider. With over 20 years of experience in college coaching, Kreider shares powerful insights on culture, leadership, and building successful basketball programs. Coach Kreider opens up about his morning habits, the power of habit stacking, how he stays organized with systems, and the importance of balancing coaching with family life. He also dives into offensive philos...