Well after a very long hiatus Ice Cold Facts is back. In this episode I just wanted to do a check in and let you all know I am still alive. I touch briefly on personal things, touch on the NBA season and the state of women's basketball. I am excited about being consistent this year with the podcast.
In this episode, I check back in with Dominic Martin who's now an Assistant Coach at Missouri Baptist University. He talks about the difference from coaching high school and college. He also sheds light on his upcoming coaches clinic set for April 2023.
Update regarding the direction of the podcast.
In this episode Dominic Martin comes on and flips the script. He interviews me about my love for the game and how I got started. We then talk about my transition from playing to now running my own youth basketball organization
Vashon High School and Saint Louis University basketball legend Dwayne Polk joins the show to talk about his high school career at Vashon High School. Polk is considered one of the greatest point guards to ever come from Missouri. Dwayne is a 3 time state champion in Missouri. He went on to play at SLU as a four year starter. He’s played and been coach by legends throughout his career. Definitely a dope interview worthy of checking out.
Saint Louis University Women’s Basketball assistant coach Jordann Reese joins the show to talk about her high school career at Cardinal Ritter College Prep. She is considered the greatest women’s player to come from that high school scoring over 2,000 points for her career and is the only women’s to have her jersey retired at CRCP. Jordann went on to have an outstanding collegiate career at Drake University as a 4 year starter. We also talk to Jordann about the recruiting process for student ath...
Brian Collins is the head coach at Tennessee State University. He sits down with us to talk about growing up as the son of a highly accomplished basketball coach. We also talk about the day to day of a Division 1 player. Coach Collins also talks to us about some of the social injustices and why HBCU schools should be attractive.
Terry Evans is a Cardinal Ritter Prep Basketball Legend. Known to some as "T-Rock". He's considered to be one of the schools top 10 players. Terry is one of the most athletic, high flying wing players you will ever see. Terry made his mark in the basketball world after a player had an unfortunate event at the Nike Elite 100 Camp. Throughout high school, several knee injuries hobbled him season after season. A four year player at University of Wisconsin-Green, Terry went on to play professionally...
Terry Evans is a Cardinal Ritter Prep Basketball Legend. Known to some as "T-Rock". He's considered to be one of the schools top 10 players. Terry is one of the most athletic, high flying wing players you will ever see. Terry made his mark in the basketball world after a player had an unfortunate event at the Nike Elite 100 Camp. Throughout high school, several knee injuries hobbled him season after season. A four year player at University of Wisconsin-Green, Terry went on to play professionally...
I bring Dominic Martin back onto the show to give us an update on what he’s been up to. We talk how he’s coping with the COVID-19 pandemic and also St. Louis RiverSharks(new semi pro basketball team). We also talk his top 5 coaching influences and top 5 Cardinal Ritter Prep Basketball players.
From player, to trainer, to coach, Brandon Gilmore gives a glimpse of his life. Better known to some as "Head," he has built a name for himself in the St. Louis community as being one of the top coaches and trainers. He is currently in his 3rd year at Hazelwood Central High School but was a long time assistant prior. Brandon shares light on some of his all time St. Louis legends and also gives his coaching influences. We also talk about Bradley Beal and Jayson Tatum, coaching for Brad Beal Elite...
From North St. Louis, Dominic Martin discusses his youth upbringing and what made him fall in love with basketball. He recalls his time spent in youth basketball and navigating through high school as an undersized point guard. Martin explains why he became so driven to start coaching and his influencers on shaping his coaching style.
In this episode, I update listeners on what to expect for 2020. We have a great list of committed guest and working on adding additional people. Looking forward to getting content out to you all.
In this episode, we catch up with my old teammate and friend Grant Agbo. We discuss high school memories, his journey to becoming a coach and talk about NCAA hoops.
Brief description on the objective of the podcast and things to come.
