Hoops coaches tell stories about life, careers, winding roads and connections created through the game of basketball.
Off the Beaten Path Hoops
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Podcast Overview
Hoops coaches tell stories about life, careers, winding roads and connections created through the game of basketball.
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5/2/2023
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December 16, 2025
OBP54: UNLV's Josh Pastner on coaching dreams, Lute, Cal and staying ahead of the posse
<p>Josh Pastner, the all-time leading rebounder at Arizona, shares his stories and lessons from a coaching journey shaped by legendary mentors and high-pressure jobs. He reflects on learning under Lute Olson ("one of the greatest clinicians and practice coaches in sports history"), what it was like stepping in at Memphis at just 31 years old after John Calipari’s historic run, and the intensity of leading a program where basketball defines the city. Pastner also talks Georgia Tech, including winning an ACC Championship and the iconic face shield that became part of One Shining Moment. From coaching philosophy to adaptability and leadership, this episode offers insight into the experiences that shaped Pastner and led him to UNLV.</p>
October 17, 2025
OBP53: Donnie Tyndall talks Love of the Game, Show Cause and Beef O'Brady's
<p>Insightful. Honest. Unfiltered. In this episode, we sit down with Donnie Tyndall to trace his remarkable coaching path, from his early days at St. Catherine’s in Kentucky to joining LSU and forming a lasting connection with Kermit Davis. Coach Tyndall shares stories from his unforgettable run at Morehead State, the challenges he faced during NCAA issues at Tennessee and Southern Miss, and the lessons learned from a 10-year show cause penalty that changed his life and career. We also dive into his comeback through his work in the NBA G League.</p>
September 26, 2025
OBP52: Brian James talks Michael Jordan, NU in NCAAs and the heart of Taylorville
<p>Few people can say they’ve lived nearly half a century in the game of basketball. Coach Brian James has. With 49 years of coaching experience, James has seen the sport from every angle — from small-town roots in Taylorville, Illinois, to the biggest stages in the NBA and college basketball.In this episode, BJ takes us inside some of the defining moments of his journey: what it was like to go from high school to the NBA, to work alongside Doug Collins, to coach and manage the competitive fire of Michael Jordan, and to help Chris Collins lead Northwestern to its first-ever NCAA Tournament appearances. James also reflects on the enduring role basketball plays in Taylorville and the life lessons the game continues to teach.Whether you’re a lifelong hoops fan or just curious about the stories behind the sidelines, this conversation offers a rare window into the relationships, challenges, and triumphs that define a true coaching career.</p>
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