Coaching U Podcast with Coach Brendan Suhr

In this week’s episode, Brendan Suhr is joined by Josh Pastner, head coach of UNLV Runnin' Rebels, for a wide-ranging conversation on coaching, roster building, and adapting to the modern college basketball landscape. Pastner reflects on his journey from Memphis to Georgia Tech to UNLV, sharing how the game has changed—not just on the court, but through NIL, the transfer portal, and the realities of roster turnover. He offers a candid look at what it takes to build a program today, emphasizing adaptability, player development, and finding undervalued talent in an ever-changing system. The episode also dives deep into Pastner’s coaching philosophy, including how he wants his teams to play fast, compete at a high level physically, and develop elite conditioning through game-like reps and training methods. He and Coach Suhr explore defensive evolution, switching schemes, practice structure, and the importance of maximizing limited time with constantly changing rosters. All that and more on Episode 330 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball. Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1,000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🚨 Enjoy EARLY BIRD SAVINGS on Coaching U Live 2026... Register now for the lowest price we have ever offered! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE to learn more⁠⁠ 🏀 Cant Make it to Las Vegas? Work on Your Game Anytime with Coaching U+ Now is your chance to watch every speaker, every session, and learn every strategy shared by accessing our entire library of coaching clinic videos anytime, anywhere, on any device! Watch NOW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠coachingulive.com/plus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Not a member? Save 20% off your membership to Coaching U+ by using promo code PODCAST20 at checkout

This week Coach Brendan Suhr is joined by DJ Bakker, head coach of the 2025-26 G-League Champion Greensboro Swarm. In this episode Bakker shares insights into managing constant roster turnover and creating alignment between the Swarm and the Charlotte Hornets to ensure consistent development, terminology, and expectations across both levels. The conversation dives deep into offensive philosophy, including how Greensboro became one of the highest-scoring teams in G League history by prioritizing elite spacing, early-clock decision making, paint touches, and unselfish play. Bakker also details his approach to defensive principles, pick-and-roll coverage, practice structure, and the importance of over-communication and adaptability in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Regardless of what level you are coaching, this episode includes concepts on building identity, maximizing personnel, and developing players in today’s game. All that and more on Episode 329 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball. Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1,000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🚨 Enjoy EARLY BIRD SAVINGS on Coaching U Live 2026... Register now for the lowest price we have ever offered! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE to learn more⁠ 🏀 Cant Make it to Las Vegas? Work on Your Game Anytime with Coaching U+ Now is your chance to watch every speaker, every session, and learn every strategy shared by accessing our entire library of coaching clinic videos anytime, anywhere, on any device! Watch NOW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠coachingulive.com/plus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Not a member? Save 20% off your membership to Coaching U+ by using promo code PODCAST20 at checkout

In this week’s episode, Coach Brendan Suhr is joined by Noah Basketball CEO John Carter to break down the science of shooting and how data is transforming the way the perfect shot is taught and developed. Drawing on nearly a billion tracked shots, Carter explains the three critical variables that define great shooting—arc, depth, and left/right accuracy—and why most coaches have historically misunderstood them. The episode also dives into how the Noah system is being used across the NBA, college, and now high school levels to drive player development, inform decision-making, and eliminate bad habits through real-time feedback. Suhr and Carter discuss the evolution of shooting analytics, the accessibility of Noah’s backboard system, and how coaches can better develop players by focusing on what truly matters instead of simply getting up reps. This is a must-listen for any coach serious about understanding and teaching shooting the right way this offseason. All that and more on Episode 328 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball. Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1,000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential.Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🚨 Enjoy EARLY BIRD SAVINGS on Coaching U Live 2026... Register now for the lowest price we have ever offered! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE to learn more 🏀 Cant Make it to Las Vegas? Work on Your Game Anytime with Coaching U+ Now is your chance to watch every speaker, every session, and learn every strategy shared by accessing our entire library of coaching clinic videos anytime, anywhere, on any device! Watch NOW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠coachingulive.com/plus⁠⁠⁠⁠ Not a member? Save 20% off your membership to Coaching U+ by using promo code PODCAST20 at checkout

In this episode, Coach Brendan Suhr reflects on the men’s and women’s NCAA Tournaments, breaking down key takeaways from the Final Four —emphasizing how defensive pressure, execution, and style of play ultimately decide games in March. The focus then shifts to the offseason, where he challenges coaches to treat it as a “coaching laboratory”—installing systems, preparing for real-game situations, and building habits through five-on-five play, defense, and individualized player development. All that and more on episode 327 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball. Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1,000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential.Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🚨 Enjoy EARLY BIRD SAVINGS on Coaching U Live 2026... Register now for the lowest price we have ever offered! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE to learn more

In this episode, Coach Brendan Suhr is joined by longtime basketball coach and analyst Fran Fraschilla for a deep dive into the NCAA tournament and the upcoming Final Four. Fran brings his unique insight & perspective as he reflects on everything from the strength of the Big 12 to how injuries reshaped the national landscape late in the season, and how the modern game—impacted by NIL and the transfer portal—has shifted the tournament, creating fewer Cinderella runs but often delivering higher-level matchups deeper into March. The two spend time breaking down key teams and coaches still standing, including the discipline of Kelvin Sampson’s Houston program, the offensive creativity of Tommy Lloyd’s Arizona team, and the evolution of coaches like Brad Underwood, and Dusty May. Fran highlights how today’s best programs blend NBA-level concepts with international influence, emphasizing spacing, skill, decision-making, and elite execution—something the best teams consistently do in high-pressure moments. Beyond the X’s and O’s, the episode turns into a masterclass on coaching growth as Fran and Brendan discuss how elite coaches study the game. All that and more on episode 326 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball. Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1,000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential.Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📧 Want plays delivered directly to your email inbox each morning? We just launched our FREE Give & Go Newsletter - sign up today to start receiving plays each day! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE to sign up⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🏀 March Madness Savings for Coaching U+ Now’s your chance to watch every speaker, every session, and learn every strategy shared at this year’s clinics anytime, anywhere, on any device! Watch NOW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠coachingulive.com/madness⁠⁠ Not a member? Save 20% off your membership to Coaching U+ by using promo code MADNESS20 at checkout 🚨 Enjoy EARLY BIRD SAVINGS on Coaching U Live 2026... Register now for the lowest price we have ever offered! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE to learn more

In this episode, Coach Brendan Suhr is joined by the incomparable Debbie Antonelli to break down the first weekend of the men’s and women’s NCAA Tournaments. The two dive into the best games and biggest storylines from both brackets, from the dominance of the power programs on the women’s side to the depth, coaching, and competitiveness still alive in the men’s field. Along the way, Debbie shares sharp insight on teams like UConn, LSU, UCLA, South Carolina, Notre Dame, Vanderbilt, Duke, St. John’s, Purdue, Michigan, and more—while also offering bigger-picture thoughts on how the college game is evolving. All that and more on episode 325 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball. Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1,000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential.Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📧 Want plays delivered directly to your email inbox each morning? We just launched our FREE Give & Go Newsletter - sign up today to start receiving plays each day! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE to sign up⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🏀 March Madness Savings for Coaching U+ Now’s your chance to watch every speaker, every session, and learn every strategy shared at this year’s clinics anytime, anywhere, on any device! Watch NOW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠coachingulive.com/madness⁠ Not a member? Save 20% off your membership to Coaching U+ by using promo code MADNESS20 at checkout 🚨 Enjoy EARLY BIRD SAVINGS on Coaching U Live 2026... Register now for the lowest price we have ever offered! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE to learn more

This week we revisit a conversation with Furman head coach Bob Richey. Richey reflects on his journey from a low-paid young assistant at Charleston Southern to becoming one of the most respected coaches in college basketball, and shares why intentional growth—not just ambition—has shaped his path. He explains the importance of knowing who you are as a coach, finding mentors that align with your philosophy, and going deep in your study instead of chasing surface-level ideas. Richey also opens up about the systems Furman has built beyond basketball, from leadership councils and mentorship programs to etiquette dinners, financial education, and guest speakers designed to prepare players for life after the game. He and Coach Suhr discuss messaging, conviction, player development through love instead of fear, and why culture is built by consistently growing people—not just chasing wins. All that and more on episode 324 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball. Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1,000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential.Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📧 Want plays delivered directly to your email inbox each morning? We just launched our FREE Give & Go Newsletter - sign up today to start receiving plays each day! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE to sign up⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🏀 March Madness Savings for Coaching U+ Now’s your chance to watch every speaker, every session, and learn every strategy shared at this year’s clinics anytime, anywhere, on any device! Watch NOW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠coachingulive.com/madness Not a member? Save 20% off your membership to Coaching U+ by using promo code MADNESS20 at checkout 🚨 Enjoy EARLY BIRD SAVINGS on Coaching U Live 2026... Register now for the lowest price we have ever offered! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE to learn more

This week Coach Brendan Suhr sits down with Ryan Bernardi, head coach of Prolific Prep, to dig into what it really takes to coach elite talent—and build a program that develops players and people. Bernardi shares how relationships and accountability are the foundation for coaching great players, why humility and owning mistakes earns trust with today’s athletes, and how his staff designs practices to maximize focus, decision-making, and energy (including a heavy dose of live 5-on-5). They also talk about Prolific’s unique “AP basketball” model, the move to Fort Lauderdale, and what it looks like to run a high-performance program with a deep, stable staff—plus Bernardi’s firsthand perspective on coaching top prospects like AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson and helping them handle growth, pressure, and preparation. All that and more on episode 323 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball. More about today's guest: Ryan Bernardi is the Head Coach and Director of Basketball at Prolific Prep, where he has built one of the premier prep programs in the country. With a career winning percentage over 85%, Bernardi has led nationally ranked teams, won multiple Grind Session championships, and coached seven McDonald’s All-Americans, numerous five-star prospects, and current NBA players. He has orchestrated high-profile NIL partnerships with Nike and Adidas for top-ranked prospects AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson, while also overseeing Prolific Prep’s relocation to Fort Lauderdale and the development of a state-of-the-art $3 million training facility. Bernardi has already established himself as one of the nation's top prep coaches and is a forward-thinking leader in the evolving landscape of high school and NIL-era basketball who has a bright future in the coaching profession. Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1,000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential.Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📧 Want plays delivered directly to your email inbox each morning? We just launched our FREE Give & Go Newsletter - sign up today to start receiving plays each day! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE to sign up⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🏀 Work on Your Game this Offseason with Coaching U+ Now’s your chance to watch every speaker, every session, and learn every strategy shared at this year’s clinics anytime, anywhere, on any device! Watch NOW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠coachingulive.com/plus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Not a member? Save 20% off your membership to Coaching U+ by using promo code PODCAST20 at checkout 🚨 Enjoy EARLY BIRD SAVINGS on Coaching U Live 2026... Register now for the lowest price we have ever offered! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE to learn more

This week Coach Brendan Suhr continues the conversation with David Thorpe—widely regarded as the “Godfather of Player Development”—and the two dive even deeper into what it actually takes to help players grow and succeed at every level. Thorpe breaks down the daily habits that separate real developers from drill collectors, why ball handling is non-negotiable for every position, and the simple truths young players must embrace to earn trust. He also shares his blueprint for what an NBA player development staff should look like, why so many programs miss the mark, and how great coaches keep players grounded—especially when they’re struggling. The conversation closes with powerful insight on the assistant coach role. This episode is truly a masterclass in building players—and building a staff that actually develops them. All that and more on episode 322 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball. Learn more about David's PTC Virtual program Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1,000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential.Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📧 Want plays delivered directly to your email inbox each morning? We just launched our FREE Give & Go Newsletter - sign up today to start receiving plays each day! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE to sign up⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🏀 Work on Your Game with Coaching U+ Now’s your chance to watch every speaker, every session, and learn every strategy shared at this year’s clinics anytime, anywhere, on any device! Watch NOW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠coachingulive.com/plus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Not a member? Save 20% off your membership to Coaching U+ by using promo code PODCAST20 at checkout 🚨 We're also trying out something new for Coaching U Live 2026... and you can register now for the lowest price we have ever offered! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE to learn more

This week Coach Brendan Suhr is joined by the godfather of player development, David Thorpe for part 1 of a special 2 part conversation. So sit back and enjoy episode 321 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball. Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1,000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential.Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📧 Want plays delivered directly to your email inbox each morning? We just launched our FREE Give & Go Newsletter - sign up today to start receiving plays each day! ⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE to sign up⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🏀 Work on Your Game as a Coach at Anytime on Coaching U+ Now’s your chance to watch every speaker, every session, and learn every strategy shared at this year’s clinics anytime, anywhere, on any device! Watch NOW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠coachingulive.com/plus⁠⁠⁠⁠ Not a member? Save 20% off your membership to Coaching U+ by using promo code PODCAST20 at checkout 🚨 We're also trying out something new for Coaching U Live 2026... and you can register now for the lowest price we have ever offered! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE to learn more

In this week’s episode Coach Brendan Suhr emphasizes the importance of focusing on a single guiding principle for the year, inspired by John Gordon's concept of 'One Word.' He also provides practical coaching tips for managing teams during league play, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a neutral mindset after wins and losses, the significance of body language, the importance of player development throughout the season, as well as a list of nine essential traits for outstanding coaching. All that and more on episode 320 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball. Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1,000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential.Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📧 Want plays delivered directly to your email inbox each morning? We just launched our FREE Give & Go Newsletter - sign up today to start receiving plays each day! ⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE to sign up⁠⁠⁠ 🏀 Work on Your Game as a Coach at Anytime on Coaching U+ Now’s your chance to watch every speaker, every session, and learn every strategy shared at this year’s clinics anytime, anywhere, on any device! Watch NOW: ⁠⁠⁠coachingulive.com/plus⁠⁠⁠ Not a member? Save 20% off your membership to Coaching U+ by using promo code PODCAST20 at checkout 🚨 We're also trying out something new for Coaching U Live 2026... and you can register now for the lowest price we have ever offered! ⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE to learn more

In this episode we're taking a look back at one of our top episodes from 2025 to tip off 2026. Hear an excerpt from Coach Brendan Suhr's conversation with NBA skills coach & bestselling author Drew Hanlen. We hope you enjoy episode 319 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball. Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1,000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential.Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want plays delivered directly to your email inbox each morning? We just launched our FREE Give & Go Newsletter - sign up today to start receiving plays each day! ⁠⁠CLICK HERE to sign up⁠⁠ 🚨 We're also trying out something new for Coaching U Live 2026... and you can register now for the lowest price we have ever offered! ⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE to learn more

In this episode, Coach Brendan Suhr is joined by Scott Whitaker of Impact for Living. Scott has lived a very impactful life himself as he has served as an attorney, professor, performance coach, and a pastor while inspiring people in all walks of life. In this conversation he shares a special message for coaches and leaders on how to maximize your purpose, potential, passion, and platform. All that and more on episode 318 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball. Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1,000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential.Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SAVE 50& OFF Your Annual Subscription to Coaching U+ Access our entire library of over 500+ coaching clinic videos for our lowest price ever of only $49 per year... ⁠CLICK HERE to Sign Up⁠ Want plays delivered directly to your email inbox each morning? We just launched our FREE Give & Go Newsletter - sign up today to start receiving plays each day! ⁠CLICK HERE to sign up⁠ 🚨 We're also trying out something new for Coaching U Live 2026... and you can register now for the lowest price we have ever offered! ⁠⁠CLICK HERE to learn more

In this episode, Coach Brendan Suhr is joined by Dr. Dayna Charbonneau, Director of Wellness for the Toronto Raptors for a timely conversation on the “people part” of coaching—mental performance, mental health, and the daily habits that help athletes perform with consistency. Charbonneau shares her path from clinical psychology to becoming a full-time performance professional, and explains how she and the raptors take a Holistic approach to her work with the team and creating an environment where players feel supported and empowered. She and Coach Suhr dig into practical coaching challenges that apply at every level—how to handle mistakes in real time, how to deliver consistent postgame messaging after wins and losses, and why process-over-outcome only works when coaches truly model it. They also discuss loneliness and connection in today’s sports world, working with Gen Z athletes, setting boundaries around outside noise, and the value of simply noticing, checking in, and listening. This is a valuable episode for coaches who want to lead better, communicate better, and help players thrive on and off the court. All that and more on episode 317 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1,000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential.Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ GIVEAWAYS! Coaching U's Annual 12 Days of Christmas Video Giveaway We are in our final days of our annual promotion where we are giving away some of our favorite videos from the 2025 clinic season... CLICK HERE to Sign Up Want plays delivered directly to your email inbox each morning? We just launched our FREE Give & Go Newsletter - sign up today to start receiving plays each day! CLICK HERE to sign up 🚨 We're also trying out something new for Coaching U Live 2026... and you can register now for the lowest price we have ever offered! ⁠CLICK HERE to learn more

In this episode, Coach Brendan Suhr is joined by NBA player development coach Phil Beckner—longtime performance coach to Damian Lillard and co-creator of the Formula Zero camp—for a conversation on how great players are actually developed. Beckner took no shortcuts along his path from Buckeye High School as a PE teacher/JV coach, to an unpaid role at Weber State, to now being one of the top player development coaches in the world. He shares what he’s learned studying elite programs and teams, why relationships and trust outlast titles, and how humility and standards—not hype—unlock growth. Beckner also breaks down how he customizes development for veterans versus rookies, what real alignment in player development looks like, and the habits behind players he’s worked with—stories from Lillard to Anfernee Simons, Mikal Bridges, and NBA champion Giannis’s Antetokounmpo.  All that and more on episode 316 of the Coaching U Podcast. Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1,000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential.Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Special Offers! 🏀 The Full Video Sets from the recent OHSBCA Clinic, BCAT Clinic, Larry Shyatt's Annual Coaching Clinic & Coaching U Live 2025 are Now Available on Coaching U+ Now’s your chance to watch every speaker, every session, and learn every strategy shared at this year’s clinics anytime, anywhere, on any device! Watch NOW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠coachingulive.com/plus⁠⁠⁠⁠ Not a member? Save 20% off your membership to Coaching U+ by using promo code PODCAST20 at checkout 🚨 We're trying out something new for Coaching U Live 2026... and you can register now for the lowest price we have ever offered! CLICK HERE to learn more Podcast production services by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wayfare Recording Company⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this week’s episode Coach Brendan Suhr remembers some of basketball's legendary figures that we have sadly lost in recent weeks, current NBA storylines, surprise teams in the league, and observations from the first few weeks of the college basketball season. All that and more on episode 315 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball. Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1,000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential.Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Special Offers! 🏀 Save 25% off your membership to Coaching U+ by using promo code BLACKFRIDAY at checkout Now’s your chance to watch every speaker, every session, and learn every strategy shared at this year’s clinics anytime, anywhere, on any device! Register NOW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://coachingulive.com/blackfriday

In this week’s episode Coach Brendan Suhr is joined by Juli Fulks, head coach of the Marshall women’s basketball team. A Ph.D. in leadership and 2023 NCAA Division III National Champion at Transylvania University, Fulks led her teams to a 91–2 record and a 64-game winning streak before taking over at Marshall—one of the most impressive coaching runs in college basketball. The two discuss her transition to Division I, the modern challenges of roster management and NIL, and how her scientific mindset shapes her approach to coaching. Fulks breaks down the principles behind her elite zone defense, the value of simplicity in teaching, and why she builds culture through service, trust, and adaptability. She also shares insights from her research in neuroscience and leadership—explaining how communication, clarity, and curiosity help teams reach peak performance. All that and more on episode 314 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball. Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1,000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential.Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Special Offers! 🏀 The Full Video Sets from the recent OHSBCA Clinic, BCAT Clinic, Larry Shyatt's Annual Coaching Clinic & Coaching U Live 2025 are Now Available on Coaching U+ Now’s your chance to watch every speaker, every session, and learn every strategy shared at this year’s clinics anytime, anywhere, on any device! Watch NOW: ⁠⁠⁠coachingulive.com/plus⁠⁠⁠ Not a member? Save 20% off your membership to Coaching U+ by using promo code PODCAST20 at checkout Podcast production services by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Wayfare Recording Company⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this episode, Coach Brendan Suhr sits down with Alan Stein Jr. to talk coaching, performance, and his new book, Next Play. The two trace the origins of the “next play” mindset and discuss how Alan turned it into a practical approach for moving on from mistakes, simplifying success, and leading with authenticity—on the court and beyond. Alan also previews what’s inside the book: 34 strategies and 35 hands-on exercises, a simple framework for letting go and moving forward fast, and tools to elevate team and individual performance, productivity, accountability, and culture. The book applies across business, sports, and life. All that and more on episode 313 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball. Next Play is now available wherever books or sold. Learn more or order your copy by CLICKING HERE Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1,000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential.Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Special Offers! 🏀 The Full Video Sets from the recent OHSBCA Clinic, BCAT Clinic, Larry Shyatt's Annual Coaching Clinic & Coaching U Live 2025 are Now Available on Coaching U+ Now’s your chance to watch every speaker, every session, and learn every strategy shared at this year’s clinics anytime, anywhere, on any device! Watch NOW: ⁠⁠coachingulive.com/plus⁠⁠ Not a member? Save 20% off your membership to Coaching U+ by using promo code PODCAST20 at checkout Podcast production services by ⁠⁠⁠Wayfare Recording Company⁠⁠⁠.

In this episode, Coach Brendan Suhr welcomes Los Angeles Sparks assistant coach Mike Neighbors for a wide-ranging conversation on all things coaching. The two discuss Neighbors’ coaching journey, from his early days in high school and college basketball to his transition into the WNBA after a successful run as a head coach at Arkansas and Washington. Neighbors reflects on the lessons learned along the way, the importance of building relationships, and how authenticity and adaptability have shaped his coaching style. They also talk about the differences between the college and professional levels, the evolving landscape of the women’s game, and the growing opportunities in the WNBA. Throughout the conversation, Neighbors shares his trademark humor and insight, offering perspective on leadership, innovation, and staying true to who you are as a coach. All that and more on episode 312 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1,000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential.Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Special Offers! 🏀 The Full Video Sets from the recent OHSBCA Clinic, BCAT Clinic, Larry Shyatt's Annual Coaching Clinic & Coaching U Live 2025 are Now Available on Coaching U+ Now’s your chance to watch every speaker, every session, and learn every strategy shared at this year’s clinics anytime, anywhere, on any device! Watch NOW: ⁠coachingulive.com/plus⁠ Not a member? Save 20% off your membership to Coaching U+ by using promo code PODCAST20 at checkout Podcast production services by ⁠⁠Wayfare Recording Company⁠⁠.

In this week’s episode we're giving you an inside look at one of our partner's clinics and listening to a clip from a presentation at the recent OHSBCA Fall Coaching Clinic from Ryan Pedon, head coach of Illinois State. Speaking to a room full of high school coaches, Pedon lays out the keys to a great season—and a blueprint for the culture and core beliefs he is implementing with his Illinois State program. Pedon also shares several lessons he has learned from studying other coaches and explains how he is applying them to his daily approach and recruiting... All that and more on episode 311 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1,000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential.Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Special Offers! 🏀 The Full Video Sets from the recent OHSBCA Clinic, BCAT Clinic, Larry Shyatt's Annual Coaching Clinic & Coaching U Live 2025 are Now Available on Coaching U+ Now’s your chance to watch every speaker, every session, and learn every strategy shared at this year’s clinics anytime, anywhere, on any device! Watch NOW: ⁠coachingulive.com/plus⁠ Not a member? Save 20% off your membership to Coaching U+ by using promo code PODCAST20 at checkout