Today's episode features Chad Jilek, head girls basketball coach at Johnston High School. In today's episode, we discuss Coach Jilek's journey and his teams during his recent state championship success at Johnston Below are some links for the IBCA: IBCA Website: https://ia.nhsbca.org/ IBCA Membership Registration: https://ia.nhsbca.org/membership
Aug 25, 2025•40 min
Nate and Jeff share their thoughts on some topics that might be on your mind as we enter the fall sports season. Check out the new IBCA website mentioned in the episode. www.iowabca.com
Aug 18, 2025•38 min
This week on the podcast coach Bob Fontana recently retire from Ankeny Centennial joins us for part 2 of his defensive philosophy. Coach has a wealth of knowledge to go along with his success over his 34+ years of coaching.
Aug 11, 2025•38 min
This week on the podcast coach Bob Fontana recently retire from Ankeny Centennial joins us to deep dive into his defensive philosophy. Coach has a wealth of knowledge to go along with his success over his 34+ years of coaching.
Aug 04, 2025•35 min
Today's episode features Derek Keizer, head boys basketball coach at Western Christian High School. In today's episode, we discuss Coach Keizer's journey and his teams during his recent state championship success at Western Christian. Below are some links for the IBCA: IBCA Website: https://ia.nhsbca.org/ IBCA Membership Registration: https://ia.nhsbca.org/membership...
Jul 28, 2025•36 min
Coach Windhorst and I continue our deep dive into all things ball screen offense. In part two we talk specific details of the roll man in addition to concepts to manipulate the defense. Check out the IBCA website www.ia.nhsbca.org for all things that our coaches association has to offer.
Jul 21, 2025•32 min
Coach Windhorst and I deep dive into all things ball screen offense. In part one we talk about flow offense, calls for screens, ball screen angles, and handoffs. We discuss terminology like Twirls and Twists, Butt and Flat screens. Check out the IBCA website www.ia.nhsbca.org for all things our coaches association has to offer.
Jul 14, 2025•36 min
Today's episode features Loren De Jong, head boys basketball coach at Siouxland Christian school. In today's episode, we discuss Coach De Jong's journey and his teams during his time at MOC Floyd Valley. Below are some links for the IBCA: IBCA Website: https://ia.nhsbca.org/ IBCA Membership Registration: https://ia.nhsbca.org/membership
Jul 07, 2025•49 min
Please enjoy our conversation with ICCC head coach, Mason Denholm. Mason has a wide range of experiences as he began his coaching career right out of college at Grand View University. Yes, we do talk defense on this podcast. In our conversation with Mason we spend the majority of the time talking no middle defense. For all things IBCA check out our website ia.nhsbca.org Information about our coach mentoring program is located under the mentoring tab. Please consider joining our community of coac...
Jun 30, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Please enjoy part 2 of our conversation with SDSU assistant coach, Cole Christian. In part 2 of our conversation with Cole we focus on set based and conceptual basketball, continuing to play when dead, and the fab 4 quick hitters. For all things IBCA check out our website ia.nhsbca.org Information about our coach mentoring program is located under the mentoring tab. Please consider joining our community of coaches willing to talk and share the game. We have something for all coaches....
Jun 23, 2025•28 min
Please enjoy part 1 of our conversation with SDSU assistant coach, Cole Christian. Cole has a wide range of experiences as he began his coaching career as a manager at ISU during the Fred Hoiberg to Steve Prohm transition. In our two part conversation with Cole we focus on his experiences in a number of roles. Shot selection and working with the head coach are the main focus of this episode. For all things IBCA check out our website ia.nhsbca.org Information about our coach mentoring program is ...
Jun 16, 2025•35 min
Please enjoy part 2 of our conversation with Iowa State assistant coach, Nate Schmidt. Nate has a wide range of experiences as he began his coaching career while in college. Coach has worked at every level from high school to professional basketball. We finish up our conversation this week with a wide range of topics. Thanks for tuning in. Please share any episode you feel useful with your coaching circle. For all things IBCA check out our website ia.nhsbca.org Information about our coach mentor...
Jun 09, 2025•23 min
Please enjoy part 1 of our conversation with Iowa State assistant coach, Nate Schmidt. Nate has a wide range of experiences as he began his coaching career while in college. Coach has worked at every level from high school to professional basketball. In our two part conversation with Nate we focus on his insights on the offensive side of the ball. Good offense and player development are the main focus of this episode. For all things IBCA check out our website ia.nhsbca.org Information about our ...
Jun 02, 2025•29 min
Please enjoy part 2 of our conversation with the head coach at DMACC, Blake Sandquist. Blake shares how they create culture in the offseason along with sharing thoughts on the recruitment of high school players. We also take a shot at a new quick hitter segment producing great thoughts on a number of topics.
May 26, 2025•29 min
Please enjoy part 1 of our conversation with the head coach at Des Moines Area Community College, Blake Sandquist. DMACC is located in Boone, Iowa. Blake has achieved great success at the national level throughout his career. His thoughts on running a program and working with players are helpful regardless of level.
May 19, 2025•30 min
In part 2 of our conversation Brandon talks us through his defensive philosophies. We end with coach sharing what it was like to coach Audi Crooks and she continues to impact their community and the greater game of women's basketball.
Feb 17, 2025•22 min
In part 1 of our conversation with Coach Schwab he shares his thoughts on the details of his in game coaching. With two state titles recently and a once in a career chance to coach Audi Crooks coach has some great ideas and insight to the game.
Jan 30, 2025•43 min
In Part 2 of our next episode of The Coaches Office Ballard boys head coach Jeff Schertz, South O'Brien head boys coach Kiley Yates, and Dowling Catholic head girls coach Kristen Meyer discuss pregame warmups and special situations. IBCA Website: https://ia.nhsbca.org/ Music: Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot
Dec 09, 2024•47 min
In Part 1 of our next episode of The Coaches Office Ballard boys head coach Jeff Schertz, South O'Brien head boys coach Kiley Yates, Montezuma head boys coach Derrick Dengler, and Dowling Catholic head girls coach Kristen Meyer discuss culture phrases, when to punt and move to something different, and simplifying the game. IBCA Website: https://ia.nhsbca.org/ Music: Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot...
Nov 25, 2024•42 min
In today's episode, Derrick Dengler (Montezuma) and Jeff Schertz (Ballard) continue their conversations about how we/he thinks about playing fast in transition. This is part 2 of a two part conversation. IBCA Website: https://ia.nhsbca.org/ Music: Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot
Oct 28, 2024•23 min
In today's episode, Derrick Dengler (Montezuma) is the interviewee for the first time. Jeff Schertz (Ballard) talks with Derrick about how he thinks about playing fast in transition. This is part 1 of a two part conversation. IBCA Website: https://ia.nhsbca.org/ Music: Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot
Oct 21, 2024•38 min
In today's episode, Derrick Dengler (Montezuma) interviews Derek Schulte (Pella), Jef Schertz (Ballard), Todd Kuntz (Cedar Rapids Praire) and Nate Sanderson (Mt. Vernon), about what they would do differently on defense if they were starting in their first year as a head coach again. IBCA Website: https://ia.nhsbca.org/ Music: Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot...
Oct 14, 2024•32 min
In today's episode, Derrick Dengler (Montezuma) interviews Derek Schulte (Pella), Jef Schertz (Ballard), Todd Kuntz (Cedar Rapids Praire) and Nate Sanderson (Mt. Vernon), about what they would do differently on offense if they were starting in their first year as a head coach again. IBCA Website: https://ia.nhsbca.org/ Music: Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot...
Oct 07, 2024•32 min
In today's episode, Derrick Dengler (Montezuma) interviews Derek Schulte (Pella), Jef Schertz (Ballard), Todd Kuntz (Cedar Rapids Prairie) and Nate Sanderson (Mt. Vernon), about what they would do differently if they were starting in their first year as a head coach again. IBCA Website: https://ia.nhsbca.org/ Music: Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot
Sep 30, 2024•40 min
This week's podcast sits down with Kristen Meyer the head women's coach at Dowling Catholic high school. In a great conversation coach shares the major impact a small handwritten note can have. We discuss building your defensive philosophy, and what is was like to coach Caitlyn Clark in high school. To join the IBCA use this link for the membership page. https://ia.nhsbca.org/membership To join our members only clinic use this link and scroll to the bottom. https://ia.nhsbca.org/events/fall-clin...
Sep 23, 2024•55 min
In today's episode, Derrick Dengler (Montezuma) interviews Ras Vanderloo (Sioux City East/Team USA) about his experiences coaching with Team USA's youth program. IBCA Website: https://ia.nhsbca.org/ Music: Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot
Sep 16, 2024•43 min
This week's podcast sits down with William Twigg of the London Lions. In a great conversation coach enlightens us on the inner-workings of the London Lions. We discuss principles of play, CLA teaching pedagogy, and what is being done overseas to develop skilled basketball players. To join the IBCA use this link for the membership page. https://ia.nhsbca.org/membership To join our members only clinic use this link and scroll to the bottom. https://ia.nhsbca.org/events/fall-clinic-2024/registratio...
Sep 09, 2024•57 min
Tyler Coston of Savi Coaching joins Nate Sanderson to discuss coaching youth basketball. 3 Principles for Coaching Youth A Simple Structure for Youth Practices The Importance of Principles of Play The Shooting Basics: Power, Speed, & "Gets" Team Concepts for Offense, Defense, and Press Break 2024 IBCA Clinic Registration is OPEN! Visit TinyURL.com/IBCAClinic2024 to learn more.
Sep 02, 2024•59 min
Nate Sanderson (Mount Vernon girls coach) hosts part 1 of 3 episodes on youth basketball. Jeff Schertz (Ballard high boys coach) and Derek Roberts (Mount Vernon boys coach) join in the discussion. We hope you enjoy the conversation. For all things IBCA check out the website www.ia.nhsbca.org The IBCA fall clinic is set for October 19th at the RecPlex in West DesMoines. Registration will be available soon on the website.
Aug 26, 2024•1 hr 1 min
In today's episode, IBCA Communication Director Randy Brown discusses career development, challenges of moving from an assistant to head coach, confidence and some of the best practices to grow as a coach. IBCA Website: https://ia.nhsbca.org/ Music: Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot
Aug 19, 2024•1 hr 6 min