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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In this episode of “Play by Play with Jesse Coleman,” we welcome special guest Mike Menchaca, a former high school standout for the Bowsher Rebels in Toledo, Ohio, and now an AAU coach in Columbus, Ohio. Together, we discuss the impact of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals in high school and college sports, along with the rise of transfer portals. Tune in to hear insights on how these changes are affecting the game, the players, and the future of the sport.