In this episode, Jesse sits down with Terry J. Awls, the new assistant coach for the Glass City Wranglers, Toledo’s professional basketball team. Coach Awls brings a wealth of experience, from leading championship-winning AAU teams with the Hopson Elite program to guiding junior high squads to multiple league titles. He shares insights into his coaching journey, the transition to the professional ranks, and his vision for the Wranglers’ upcoming season. We also dive into his time as Ohio’s state director for US Amateur Basketball and his unique background in culinary arts. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about leadership, youth development, and what it takes to build a winning culture on and off the court!

In this episode of Play by Play, host Jesse Coleman welcomes Lionel Armstead, the Head Coach of the Clay Eagles, who transformed the program into a competitive force. Lionel dives into the strategies and challenges of rebuilding a team and how his coaching philosophy has brought success to Clay High School. He also talks about his work as a basketball trainer, helping student-athletes across the city develop their skills through his LAB Impact Training program. Lionel reflects on his own playing days, from his standout high school career to his time at West Virginia University, and how those experiences shaped his approach as a coach and mentor.

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In this episode of Play by Play, presented by Win or Lose Sports, host Jesse Coleman sits down with Chris Pope, his old basketball rival turned coach. Jesse and Chris reminisce about their intense battles on the court from their youth, particularly recalling games at local parks like “the Hump” on Hill Street. They discuss Chris’s transformation from a casual player to a dedicated competitor known for his strength and defensive prowess. Chris also shares how his passion for basketball grew alongside his love for music, eventually leading him into coaching. Tune in to hear more about Chris’s journey from the playground to the sideline, and how those early days of intense street ball shaped his approach to the game today.

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