Brian Katz, College Basketball Coach and Author

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This podcast episode features Coach Brian Katz, discussing his illustrious coaching career and life post-retirement. Katz delves into his early days in coaching, the meaningful connections made, and his transition to retirement activities, including writing a book and pursuing golf. He shares his coaching philosophy, emphasizing character development and the overlooked value of coaching in modern sports. Katz also introduces his book, 'The Road More Traveled,' highlighting transformative sports stories. Additionally, information on how to connect with Coach Katz is provided, directing listeners to his website, coachbriankatz.com, and upcoming social media accounts for further engagement. The episode is a tribute to Katz's contributions to sports and mentorship, underscoring the lasting impact of a coach's journey on and off the field. @coachbriankatz Buy his book here (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CX46L2NB/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.zFlHSuS5dlnWpCyUexqfD4pcVHKnHdnZ6IGv-yCVZS1RIMpBcLEDZBZA0Kc1HddV.k6j3Otp5epjOABjXyIsStLFxx4hiH6Ktp52aVguQ10I&dib_tag=se&keywords=brian+katz&qid=1709651011&rnid=283155&s=books&sr=1-1)
00:00 Introduction and Coach Brian Katz's Background
01:05 Brian Katz's Post-Retirement Activities and Book Writing Journey
01:53 The Importance of Relationships in Coaching 02:31 The Challenges and Rewards of Retirement
04:28 Introducing 'The Road More Traveled' and its Impact
04:39 The Power of Sustained Relationships in Coaching
06:47 The Evolution of Coaching and its Current Challenges
10:54 The Importance of Honesty and Directness in Coaching
14:09 Exploring the Stories in 'The Road More Traveled'
34:39 The Importance of Classroom Positioning
35:18 The Impact of Sam Kirby's Transformation
35:53 The Power of Parental Influence in Sports
36:42 The Role of Support in Player Development
38:05 The Defining Moment of Chris Walker
40:00 The Journey of Travis Jackson
40:03 The Leadership Lessons from McKinney
41:13 The Story of AJ and Travis
48:11 The Unforgettable Story of Jesse Satterfield
51:49 The Legacy of the Three Dinosaurs
52:47 The Transformation of Kevin Bland
58:08 The Final Reflections

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