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The Rising Coaches Podcast

Rising Coaches
Basketball Coaching
Purdue University
Leadership
Basketball
Personal Development
Coaching
NBA
Fulcrum Tech
University Of Virginia
Motivational Speaking
Indiana Wesleyan University
Lincoln Memorial University
Basketball Coaching Philosophy
Player Development
Dr. Dish Basketball
Lifelong Learning
Recruiting
Women’s Basketball
NCAA National Championship
Skill Development

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 LaShonda Cousin, Associate Head Coach and Recruiting Coordinator at the University of North Carolina Charlotte. Coach Cousin began her career in AAU basketball before moving into the coll... more

On this episode of the Rising Coaches Podcast, we welcome back a familiar name, Alan Major, current assistant coach at the University of San Diego. After diving into his background and coaching journey in a previous episode, this conversation takes a... more

On this episode of the Rising Coaches Podcast, we’re joined by Joe Meehan, former Division I assistant coach and founder of Optima Vita Consulting, a new partner with Rising Coaches. Joe’s basketball journey takes him from playing division 3 to a car... more

On this episode of the Rising Coaches Podcast, we’re joined by Mark Gottfried, longtime Division I head coach and founder of the leadership platform Get It Done. Coach Gottfried has spent decades in the game with coaching stops as an assistant at UCL... more

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Recent Guests

LaShonda Cousin
Associate Head Coach and Recruiting Coordinator at UNC Charlotte
University of North Carolina Charlotte
Episode: 254: LaShonda Cousin, Women's Associate Head and Recruiting Coordinator, UNC Charlotte
Alan Major
Basketball coach, assistant coach at University of San Diego
University of San Diego
Episode: Episode 253: Alan and Doug, Growth and Preparation Between Coaching Opportunities
Joe Meehan
Founder of Optima Vita Consulting
Optima Vita Consulting
Episode: Episode 252: Joe Meehan, Founder of Optima Vita Consulting
Mark Gottfried
Longtime Division I head coach and founder of Get It Done
Get It Done
Episode: Episode 251: Mark Gottfried, Longtime former Division 1 Head Coach and Founder of "Get It Done"
Larry Cordaro
Assistant Coach at Troy University; former head coach at LSU Alexandria
Troy University
Episode: Episode 250: Larry Cordaro, Assistant Coach, Troy University
Brett Ledbetter
Founder of What Drives Winning; consultant, author, speaker
What Drives Winning
Episode: Episode 249: Brett Ledbetter. Consultant / Author / Speaker, What Drives Winning
Kyle Church
Assistant coach and general manager at the University of Michigan
University of Michigan
Episode: Episode 248: Kyle Church, Assistant Coach and General Manager, University of Michigan
Chris Capko
Associate Head Coach, SMU (Southern Methodist University)
SMU
Episode: Episode 247: Chris Capko, Associate Head Coach, SMU
Mike Kosich
Assistant coach and chief of staff at UC Davis
University of California, Davis
Episode: Episode 246: Mike Kosich, Assistant Coach and Chief of Staff, UC Davis

Hosts

Alan Major
Co-host of the podcast, basketball coach with rich experience in coaching and player development, emphasizing relationship-building in the sport.
Doug Caputo
Co-host and basketball coach, experienced in building coaching culture and player relationships within teams.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 99 ratings
  • 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-

    Apple Podcasts
    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 States6 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 States6 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 States6 years ago
  • More Jonah Baize needed

    An amazing story!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Getting an Edu
    United States6 years ago

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Audience members frequently recommend the podcast as a critical resource for both aspiring and established coaches.
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Episode 248: Kyle Church, Assistant Coach and General Manager, University of Michigan
Q: What's one thing a young coach should start doing immediately to stand out?
Be present and proactive: be the first in, last out, and solve problems before they reach higher levels, while supporting mentors and staying engaged across all roles.
Episode 250: Larry Cordaro, Assistant Coach, Troy University
Q: How do you maintain a strong culture when rosters rotate and players transfer?
Culture is built on hard work, consistent routines, mentorship, and a shared set of core values that guide how everyone shows up every day; it requires deliberate decisions and ongoing reinforcement.
Episode 250: Larry Cordaro, Assistant Coach, Troy University
Q: What motivated you to move from head coaching at LSUA to an assistant role at the Division I level with Troy?
I wanted a new challenge, to grow at a higher level, and to be in the Sun Belt with a strong program under Scott Cross; it was about expanding my horizons and learning from a different setting.
Episode 212: Fred Quartlebaum, Former Longtime Division 1 Assistant
Q: Coach Quartlebaum, how did the journey to your first coaching opportunity shape your career?
Rejections and persistence built resilience; networking and consistently showcasing value were crucial, and those early experiences prepared him for long-term success.
Episode 244: Amanda Butler, Assistant Coach, University of Louisville
Q: How was the transition from being a head coach to an assistant at Louisville, and what do you understand in that new role now?
She identifies as a coach first, which makes the transition natural, and emphasizes learning from Jeff Walls, focusing on adding value through understanding his needs and leveraging new responsibilities like analytics and film work.

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What is The Rising Coaches Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show features conversations with basketball coaches ranging from emerging assistants to experienced head coaches, emphasizing their personal journeys within the profession. Throughout various episodes, guests share valuable insights into coaching philosophy, team culture, player development, and the evolving nature of basketball. The discussions often touch on practical strategies for recruitment, mentorship, and building strong relationships with players, highlighting the significance of trust and accountability in successful coaching.

What sets this show apart is its focus on the personal stories and career trajectories of its guests, offering listeners not just tactical advice but also inspiration drawn from the unique paths that c... more

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Recent guests on The Rising Coaches Podcast include:

1. LaShonda Cousin
2. Alan Major
3. Joe Meehan
4. Mark Gottfried
5. Larry Cordaro
6. Brett Ledbetter
7. Kyle Church
8. Chris Capko

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