In this episode, I talk with Baltimore Orioles Head Coach, Brandon Hyde, who was on a great 1991 Montgomery High School basketball team.

First, we talk about his father's basketball influence, his CYO squad, playing for Coach Tiedeman, and pick up games at Brook Hill Elementary.

Then, Hyde and I discuss playing basketball at Montgomery including a JV pick up game that led to a coach's challenge, a dominant junior year team, thoughts on Coach Fitchie, and a big game- in the Oakland Colesium.

Finally, Coach Hyde give advice to young athletes, new coaches, and shares a camp story.

In this episode, I sit down with iconic Sonoma County coach, Tom Bonfigli, who is the #6 California winningest high school men's basketball coach with 869 wins.

First, we talk about his time playing quarterback and point guard at Cardinal Newman High School for legendary coaches Ed Lloyd and John Fitzgerald.

Then, Bonfigli analyses his approach to coaching, his longtime assistant coach-his brother Jerry, and the Top of the Bay Classic Basketball Tournament.

Finally, Coach Bonfigli gives insights to his scouting, Rose City Tournament history, thoughts on former players, and the great 1989 Cardinal Newman squad.

In this episode, I sit down with legendary Sonoma County coach, Mike Erickson, who led the Piner High School men's basketball program for over three decades.

First, we talk about growing up in Humboldt County and being the son of a high school coach who also was the assistant at Humboldt State University.

Then, Erickson tells the story of how he landed the men's varisty coaching position at Piner High School.

Finally, we talk about a team practice drill, his approach to coaching, his first North Bay League championship, and advice for young coaches.