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A Pen And A Napkin

Martin Plum
Basketball
Basketball Coaching
Coaching
Player Development
Youth Sports
Coaching Philosophy
Team Culture
Leadership
Nebraska
High School Basketball
Snow Valley Basketball School
Coaching Strategies
Omaha
Cossack Chiropractic
NBA
NCAA
Hoops 365
Kings Of Their Court
WNBA
College Basketball

A weekly basketball coaches clinic that you can have in your pocket

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In our second consecutive Zoom roundtable, I whole-heartedly welcome back to the pod two of my dear Snow Valley Basketball School friends, Liz Kay and Nichole Dixon!! In addition to all of our inside jokes (including our newest "sponsor"), we discuss... more

The first of two June roundtable Zoom chats features Matt Thomas, the boys basketball coach at Highland (MO), Tom Stannard, the boys HC from Brownell-Talbot (NE) and Brandon Schwab, the girls HC at Algona Garrigan (IA). In this pod, we discuss buildi... more

Perhaps the greatest team ever to not win the championship at the end of their season, the 2015-16 Golden State Warriors have numerous buzzwords and phrases that bring you right back to a decade ago; 24-0, 73-9, "The Death Lineup" and "The Splash Bro... more

I'm really excited to have on Tim Strauser, the head girls basketball coach at Gothenburg (NE) High School for Episode #330! Coach Strauser's program is known for pressure defense and fast paced offense, and he gets into both topics on this podcast. ... more

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Ryan Stanley
Head women's basketball coach, Union Commonwealth University
Union Commonwealth University
Episode: A Pen And A Napkin Presented by Ruiz Auto-Episode #328 Ryan Stanley
Josh Thompson
Coach at Bishop McGinnis High School, North Carolina
Bishop McGinnis High School
Episode: A Pen And A Napkin Presented by Ruiz Auto-Episode #327 May Zoom Roundtable
Jordan Klein
Head women's basketball coach at Fort Hays Tech Northwest Junior College
Fort Hays Tech Northwest Junior College
Episode: A Pen And A Napkin Presented by Ruiz Auto-Episode #327 May Zoom Roundtable
William Jefferson Clinton
Former U.S. President (guest appearance)
Former President of the United States
Episode: The Greatest Teams Podcast-Volume XX The 1993-94 Arkansas Razorbacks
Liz Flooks
Head Women's Basketball Coach, East Stroudsburg State University
East Stroudsburg State University
Episode: A Pen And A Napkin Presented by Ruiz Auto-Episode #326 Liz Flooks
Tony Miller
Head Men's Basketball Coach at Bob Jones University
Bob Jones University
Episode: A Pen And A Napkin Presented by Ruiz Auto-Episode #325 Dr. Tony Miller
Rob Brost
Head Boys Basketball Coach, Bolingbrook High School (Illinois)
Bolingbrook High School
Episode: A Pen And A Napkin Presented by Ruiz Auto-Episode #324 Rob Brost
Ryan Psota
Head girls basketball coach, Lincoln Pius X
Lincoln Pius X
Episode: A Pen And A Napkin Presented by Ruiz Auto-Episode #323 Ryan Psota
Nathan Wall
Coach from the suburbs of David City, Nebraska
Coach Wall
Episode: The Greatest Teams Podcast-Volume XVIII The 2010 Seattle Storm

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Marty Plum
Primary host with several variations in the catalog; known for hosting and guiding coaching conversations.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 79 ratings
  • Must listen for coaches and hoop heads!!!

    Coach Marty is an endless resource for Basketball knowledge. Every coach should be looking to up their game, just like they try to improve their players. Get better every day a pen and a napkin is a sure fire way to achieve that!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KDUBZZ83
    United States9 months ago
  • Coach

    Was lucky to be coached by Coach Goltz in his first few years at Sacred Heart.. You don’t appreciate all the lessons he does teach you until your older in life! He is definitely one of great ones!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Johnboy1975_1
    United States2 years ago
  • A Pen and a Napkin

    Coach Marty does a great job! Genuine and authentic stuff, all in the name of helping and growing basketball coaches.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Project Caleb
    United States2 years ago
  • Recommended

    Coaches at any level will get something they can use right away from this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Malcolm Glennnuh
    United States4 years ago
  • Awesome Interviews

    I found the coaches interviews very valuable. I paused and took notes several times throughout the podcasts. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BFlitter
    United States4 years ago

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Great for high school coaches looking for systematic approaches and leadership ideas.
Coaches across levels will find practical takeaways they can apply immediately.
The host brings authentic, supportive coaching guidance and real-world stories.
Interviews are valuable for coaches seeking actionable tips and industry insights.

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#221
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#57
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#41
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Apple Podcasts
#232
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A Pen And A Napkin Presented by Ruiz Auto-Episode #323 Ryan Psota
Q: How have you evolved your late-game and practice structure to fit different personnel over the years?
We've shortened and simplified our sets to keep things manageable for varied rosters, emphasized small-sided drills to refine specifics, and prioritized a balance between freedom for players and disciplined execution, ensuring we don't beat ourselves with turnovers or poor shot choices.
A Pen And A Napkin Presented by Ruiz Auto-Episode #323 Ryan Psota
Q: For folks that don't know you, tell us about your basketball journey and how you ended up as the head coach at Pius X.
I grew up in Hastings and was a multi-sport athlete who fell in love with basketball through a college coaching philosophy class; after teaching and coaching football, I moved into the head coaching role at Pius X where I've stayed for many years, focusing on multi-sport development and building a strong, trusting coaching staff.
A Pen And A Napkin Presented by Ruiz Auto-Episode #322 Dawn Thornton
Q: Tell us, just tell us about you, tell us about your basketball journey.
Dawn Thornton describes a long coaching path through several programs, the importance of HBCU culture, and her progression from assistant roles to head coach, emphasizing growth, mentorship, and the value of being authentic.
A Pen And A Napkin Presented by Ruiz Auto-Episode #321 TJ Eskildsen
Q: What are the core pillars of your program and how do they translate into practice?
The episode highlights the three pillars—toughness, togetherness, and compete—and explains how they guide player development, role acceptance, and daily habits in practice, games, and culture building.
A Pen And A Napkin Presented by Ruiz Auto-Episode #321 TJ Eskildsen
Q: Tell us about your basketball journey and how you got to McPherson College.
TJ describes a long coaching path through multiple programs, the influence of his father, and finally finding a home at McPherson College where he could build a culture rooted in toughness, togetherness, and competition.

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This show delivers coaching education through long-form conversations with basketball coaches across levels, focusing on philosophy, program building, culture, and practical on-court systems. Episodes frequently explore leadership, player development, recruitment, load management, and how to translate theory into actionable drills and game plans. A standout aspect is the recurring emphasis on mentorship, legacy, and sustainable programs, often weaving in clinic-style insights, sponsor promos, and real-world anecdotes that coaches can apply directly. The format tends to blend personal journeys with actionable takeaways, making it useful for aspiring coaches, athletic directors, and program builders seeking practical frameworks and inspiratio... more

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2. Josh Thompson
3. Jordan Klein
4. William Jefferson Clinton
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6. Tony Miller
7. Rob Brost
8. Ryan Psota

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