🏀Building a successful basketball program requires sacrifices and a strong support system.
👨👩👧👦Family plays a crucial role in the coach's life and career, providing unwavering support.
🏆Grambling's success has gained national exposure and attracted talented recruits.
😤The coach embraces the underdog mentality and motivates his team to prove their critics wrong.
💡Player development and finding the right fit for the team are essential for success.
How did the coach end up at Grambling State University?
—The coach's journey to Grambling started in Milwaukee, where he played basketball before transferring to Central State University. Through mentorship and opportunities, he eventually became the head coach at Grambling.
How has national exposure impacted Grambling's basketball program?
—National exposure has led to increased recruitment and interest in the program. The coach receives calls and messages from talented players, including those in the transfer portal, wanting to join the winning program.
Who is the coach most proud of?
—The coach is most proud of his family, including his wife, children, and extended Grambling and Central State families. They have been his biggest supporters and have played a significant role in his journey.
How does the coach balance his coaching career and supporting his son's basketball aspirations?
—The coach acknowledges the sacrifices he and his family make to balance coaching and supporting his son's basketball career. He attends games whenever possible, provides guidance, and emphasizes the importance of controlling what one can control.
How does the coach handle people who doubt his team's capabilities?
—The coach is no stranger to doubters and uses their skepticism as motivation for his team. He encourages his players to be better and find a way to win, proving their critics wrong.
00:00The coach expresses gratitude for the opportunity to share his story and highlights the welcoming environment at Grambling State University.
05:00The coach discusses his background, including his upbringing in Milwaukee and his journey through different universities before landing at Grambling.
10:00The coach reflects on the impact of his family's support and the significance of being a part of the HBCU community.
15:00The coach discusses the exposure gained through the team's success and the positive impact it has had on recruitment.
20:00The coach shares his perspective on sacrifice, overcoming doubt, and embracing the underdog mentality to motivate his team.
25:00The coach talks about the importance of player development and finding the right fit for the team's success.
30:00The coach discusses the pride he feels for his family and the support he receives from his wife, children, and the Grambling and Central State communities.
35:00The coach addresses the challenges of balancing coaching and supporting his son's basketball aspirations, emphasizing the importance of being present and providing guidance.
