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The Rising Coaches Podcast

Rising Coaches
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From young assistants to head coaches, Rising Coaches sits down with some of the brightest minds in basketball to talk about their rise through the profession and what they are working on now.

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On this episode of the Rising Coaches Podcast, we’re joined by Billy Donlon, Head Coach at Eastern Michigan University. Donlon held various assistant coaching titles at American, Saint Peter’s, UNC Wilmington, Wright State, Michigan, Northwestern, an... more

On this episode of the Rising Coaches Podcast, we’re back with Mike Dunlap for part two of our conversation. His career has taken him through programs like Loyola Marymount, USC, Arizona, Oregon, St. John’s, the Denver Nuggets, Milwaukee Bucks, and C... more

On this episode of the Rising Coaches Podcast, we’re joined by Mike Dunlap for part one of a two-part conversation. Dunlap’s career includes stops at Loyola Marymount, Iowa, USC, Arizona, Oregon, St. John’s, the Denver Nuggets, and Milwaukee Bucks, a... more

On this episode of the Rising Coaches Podcast, we’re joined by Patrick Corrigan, Associate Head Coach at the University of West Florida. Corrigan played at Hampden-Sydney before building his coaching career through stops at Charlotte, Ferrum, West Co... more

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Billy Donlon
Head coach at Eastern Michigan University with assistant and head coaching experience at several Division I programs
Eastern Michigan University
Episode: Episode 314: Billy Donlon, Head Coach, Eastern Michigan University
Mike Dunlap
Former NBA head coach and two-time NCAA Division II national champion head coach
Episode: Episode 313: Mike Dunlap, Former NBA Head Coach and Two-Time NCAA Division II National Champion Head Coach
Patrick Corrigan
Associate head coach at the University of West Florida and former head coach at Ferrum
University of West Florida
Episode: Episode 311: Patrick Corrigan, Associate Head Coach, University of West Florida
James Pristouris
Founder of Super League Athletic Academy and Director of Strategic Relations with EEP Law
Super League Athletic Academy
Episode: Episode 310: James Pristouris, Founder of the Super League Athletic Academy and Director of Strategic Relation with EEP Law
David Harris
Associate head coach at Northern Kentucky University who previously coached at Florida, VCU, Texas, and Navy
Northern Kentucky University
Episode: Episode 309: David Harris, Associate Head Coach, Northern Kentucky University
Cheri D. Mah
Sleep physician and performance specialist who works with athletes and sports organizations
Episode: Episode 308: Dr. Cheri D. Mah MD, MS, Sleep Physician and Performance Specialist
Hansen Wong
Manager of G League and International Scouting for the Indiana Pacers
Indiana Pacers
Episode: Episode 307: Hansen Wong, Manager of G League and International Scouting, Indiana Pacers
Kwadzo Ahelegbe
Assistant coach, New York Knicks
New York Knicks
Episode: Episode 306: Kwadzo Ahelegbe, Assistant Coach, New York Knicks
Michael Huger
Associate Head Coach, Temple University
Temple University
Episode: Episode 305: Michael Huger, Associate Head Coach, Temple University

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Doug Caputo
Co-host of Rising Coaches Podcast, focused on coaching journey and program development.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 105 ratings
  • Wisdom

    Amazing practical wisdom for a coachable mind. I like the way the explore the wholeness of the game experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1980coach
    United States3 months ago
  • Rising coaches

    Adam and Brandon do a phenomenal job running the Rising coaches! If you are a coach looking to learn and grow rising coaches is the community you want to be part of!

    Rising coaches.com

    -Shawn Mobilio-

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    5
    Coach Mobilio
    United States6 years ago
  • A Must!

    Must listen for coaches of all levels. Young coaches trying to break in or ride up for helpful insights. Coaches there to reflect on the time they were in the same boat. Definitely a must have in the podcast library!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Supa Dav
    United States7 years ago
  • Great Podcast for the Serious Hoop Junkie

    Great Podcast for the Hoop Junkie. Great guests, wealth of knowledge and so many topics go beyond the 4 lines. Highly recommend to any coach or hoop enthusiast out there.

    @pjpollock123

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pjpollock
    United States7 years ago
  • Great Resource

    Great free resource for any coach. Wide variety of guests that all have one thing in common. They love the game of basketball. Highly recommend!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Picc5Cannon
    United States7 years ago

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Show is viewed as a must-listen for serious hoop coaches and enthusiasts.
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Guests are described as relatable and high-quality with diverse coaching backgrounds.

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Episode 314: Billy Donlon, Head Coach, Eastern Michigan University
Q: Looking back on the first year, maybe if there was something that you felt like you could have done differently as a head coach that now going into this 10th year, you're thinking this is one of those things that I want to make sure to prioritize.
Donlon says he regrets scheduling a demanding practice between games after a win at Green Bay. His fear that the team might become complacent led him to abandon the usual lighter routine, and he believes he should have trusted the team's momentum.
Episode 314: Billy Donlon, Head Coach, Eastern Michigan University
Q: When did you first realize this wasn't like a family heirloom or something, the family business that you want? This is your calling.
Donlon says basketball was part of his life from childhood, shaped by his family and the many hours he spent in gyms. His father told him that Scottie Pippen and Horace Grant noticed him because he was always in the gym, teaching him that hard work pays off.
Episode 313: Mike Dunlap, Former NBA Head Coach and Two-Time NCAA Division II National Champion Head Coach
Q: If you had the opportunity to be a head coach again, what is one thing you would change in today's era?
Dunlap emphasizes working hard and efficiently, understanding what a head coach values, and taking care of controllable details rather than relying on long hours alone.
Episode 313: Mike Dunlap, Former NBA Head Coach and Two-Time NCAA Division II National Champion Head Coach
Q: When you first started coaching at Loyola Marymount, what was your mindset, and how did you try to prove yourself and keep growing?
Dunlap says he knew he had a great deal to learn, so he listened, took on practical tasks and kept a notebook to record lessons from the coaches around him.
Episode 311: Patrick Corrigan, Associate Head Coach, University of West Florida
Q: What are maybe two or three ways that you want to be a better assistant now, or maybe the knowledge that you have from being a head coach, how do you want to apply that to now help Tanner?
Corrigan says his experience helps him recognize what may not translate from practice to games, help with in-game decisions, manage program operations and address issues before they reach the head coach. He also understands the pressure and difficult decisions that come with leading a team.

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The show centers on coaching careers, leadership, and program-building in basketball, with a strong emphasis on personal growth, mentorship, and the realities of climbing the coaching ladder. Episodes typically explore career trajectories—from student managers to head coaches and front-office roles—along with practical insights on recruiting, analytics, staff dynamics, and creating culture that lasts beyond wins and losses. A notable characteristic is the blend of pragmatic coaching tactics with heartfelt, relationship-driven leadership stories, often featuring coaches who traveled international or non-traditional paths and now share actionable takeaways for aspiring guests and program leaders.

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1. Billy Donlon
2. Mike Dunlap
3. Patrick Corrigan
4. James Pristouris
5. David Harris
6. Cheri D. Mah
7. Hansen Wong
8. Kwadzo Ahelegbe

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