THE COACH 2 COACH PODCAST: Recent Episodes
COACH GEORGE RICE, III
On THE COACH 2 COACH PODCAST we go coach to coach from coast to coast discussing learnership, leadership, character and fulfillment. All of our guests are coaches from various fields of human endeavor, not just sports. We dive deep into each coach's journey as well as their philosophy of coaching and leadership while we have some fun with some old school and new school trivia about art, music and whatever comes to mind.
Sitting down with Coach Kyle Adams is the consummate leadership and history lesson. From West Philadelphia born and raised, we dived so deeply into coaching, basketball, hip-hop, HBCU Pride, history and fatherhood that I had the grandiose task of editing this podcast down to an hour. We talk about the Xs and Os and the ebbs and flows of THE GAME. However, what you all get the opportunity to hear is a coach that's true to the craft of developing the people from head to heart to hands which makes each person a triple threat in all field of human endeavors when trained, coached, empowered and supported properly.
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My good friend and sister, Dr. Venessa Perry stopped by on a break from an AWARD TOUR which is her life in real time to weigh in on all things coaching, consulting and adulting. The view from her proverbial window is actually the best seat in the BIG APPLE because of her passion for serving, listening, learning, leaning, leading and shifting the atmosphere in spaces where she is charismatically fluent in the language of equity, advocacy, problem solving and team building.
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Coach Monique S. Boykins a beloved daughter of the City of Brotherly Love. She is dedicated to modeling the principles of a scholar athlete and the consummate professional renaissance woman. As a high school and college standout hooper "Coach Moe", as she affectionately known, believes in insulating her student athletes with love, leadership, discipline and consistency.
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Relationship Development Specialist Glen P. Brooks, Jr. is the co-host of the weekly YOUTUBE Show Breakfast With The Brooks and CEO and Founder of MAPS, based in Hampton Roads, Virginia. He joins us to discuss his journey from Baltimore, MD (Cherry Hill to be exact), to the U.S. Military to radio, the ministry and now to his journey as an entrepreneur. As a relationship and professional development coach, he believes and shares that "WE ALL NEED SOME HELP" when it comes to love, life and leadership.
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Landon Banks, Head Women's Basketball Coach at Southwestern Adventist University joins us as we talk about the love for the history of the game, the ministry of coaching, his rocky road through academic ineligibility to his elevation and evolution from an assistant coach to head honcho. We also touch briefly on the advantage that international basketball players have over US basketball players.
COACHING RESUME'
May 2019- Present Southwestern Adventist University
Head Women’s Basketball Coach
June-August 2019-TCU
Jaime Dixon TCU Basketball Camp Coach and Counselor
June-2019-SMU
SMU Basketball Camp Coach and Counselor
July 2017-NBA
Coach/Clinician for Junior NBA clinic.
2015-2019-Centennial High School
Varsity Asst. Boys Basketball Coach at Centennial High School (Peoria, AZ)
2015-2018-Grand Canyon University
Coach and camp counselor at Dan Majerle’s Grand Canyon University Basketball Camp
2012-2015
Basketball Developmental Coach and Trainer.
2011-2012-Southwestern Adventist University
Women’s Basketball Head Coach.
2011-Key Interview
Finalist for the University of Delaware Men’s Basketball Assistant Coach position.
2006-2009-Takoma Academy
Takoma Academy (Takoma Park, MD) Boys Varsity Asst. Coach.
1998-1999-Southwestern Adventist University
Member of the Southwestern Adv. University (Keene, TX) Men’s Basketball Team.
(NAIA)
1995-1996-Morgan Wootten Metro Area Basketball Camp
Coach and camp instructor at the Metro Area (MD) Basketball Camp
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Come and meet my coach Kendall Ficklin who literally is transforming the lives of countless people across the globe as he helps people build, grow and scale their lives and businesses. He is the CEO and Founder of GRINDATION, a living and learning global community. Kendall's coaching philosophy, style and systems are leading people to the next level from the inside out.
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The 1st lady on the our podcast had to be none other than Coach Kristeena Alexander. Since our days as colleagues at The George Washington University in our nation's capitol, she has been a shining example of what a true point guard is commissioned and expected to do on any team in her role as a coach. To say that Coach Kristeena Alexander controls the tempo of her life and those who are a part of it, is a complete understatement. Lock in as we listen intently to her philosophy of learning, teaching, evolving and leading. There's no doubt in my mind that you will find all is calm, all is bright when she's running the point before, during and after the recruiting process.
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BERNARD BERGAN
Since Bernard Bergan and I have been brothers through the GMEN Community, he has literally been the consummate sounding board. In this episode we dive into the world of executive coaching through the eyes and ears of THE ACCOUNTABILITY GURU of the Pacific Northwest. We touch on theory and practice and get down to the bare bones of what Bernard "sucks at" while refining the process in order to operate in excellence from season to season. Before, during and after serving honorably in the United States Army, Bernard has proven time and time again that the level up is indeed a team sport. Connecting with Bernard will have you listening intently with your pencil out taking notes. Let's take journey into the mind of the ultimate spotter, soldier, servant, son, brother, husband, uncle and coach.
BIO
Bernard Bergan lives on the intersection of Ambition and Accountability. Throughout his life it’s that intersection that has birthed his commitment to Loving and Leading in every environment he chooses to serve in.
As a Results Coach Bernard and his team focus on unlocking human potential by aligning skill sets, mind sets, and environments. Bernard is committed to having you Unleash and Untether so that you can live Unstoppable.
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Had I not ever met Ed Huckaby, Jr., dare I say that I may not have stepped into and remained in the coaching profession. To say he's my mentor completely minimizes and borderline negates the brotherhood we share. We wax deep on fatherhood, parenthood, mentorship, character and the evolution of the game and the profession and the ever present need for faith and social justice in it's purest form no matter the season. His stats during his 33 year coaching career can be found below.
2018–2019 Assistant Basketball Coach — Hampton University (Hampton, VA) 2019 CIT Semi-Finals 21 -14 2016–2018 Assistant Basketball Coach — University of Maryland Eastern Shore (Princess Anne, MD) 2015–2016 Educator / Head Basketball Coach — Woodside High School (Newport News, VA) 20-6 2016 VHSL State Semi-Finalist, Eastern Region Champs, Conference 2 Champions 2009–2015 Head Post Grad Basketball Coach / Director — Fishburne Military School (VA) 163-24 2009-2015 – Six Consecutive Top 10 national rankings 2013 - 2014 - #1 National Ranking Seventy Two (72) Division I Signees (Led the Nation) ESPN Recruiting / Evaluator Contributor 2006–2009 Bethel High School, Hampton, VA Associate Men’s Basketball Coach (Bethel HS) 2007-2008 Penisula District Champions, Eastern Region Champions, VHSL AAA State Runner-ups 31-2 2008-2009 Peninsula District Champions 26-4 2003-2006 Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach (Recruiting Coordinator) Wright State University, Dayton, Ohio 2006 HORIZON LEAGUE 3RD Place 2005 HORIZON LEAGUE 3rd Place 2003 – 2004 Pre season NIT tournament 2nd Rd, tied for 3rd place finish Horizon League, Top 40 recruiting class * Recruited Dashuan Wood 2007 HL P.O.Y., Todd Brown All-Horizon League Rated #7 Mid Major Assistant Coach in Division I Basketball 1998-2003 Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach — Hampton University, Hampton, VA 2002 – 2003 MEAC Runner-ups ( 2001 – 2002 MEAC Champions NCAA 1st Round. #1 MEAC Recruiting Class 2000 – 2001 MEAC Champions NCAA 2nd Round 1999 – 2000 MEAC 2nd Place (Led the nation in Division I win increase) #1 MEAC Recruiting Class 1995-1998 Associate Men’s Basketball Coach — Owens Community CC, Toledo, Ohio 1997 – 1998 OCC Champions #4 National Ranking 1996 – 1997 OCC Champions Region XII Champions # 1 National ranking 1995 – 1996 OCC Champions Region XII Champions NJCAA II Final 4 # 1 National ranking 1988-1995 Associate Men’s Basketball Coach — Toledo Scott High School, Ohio 1988 – 1989 Toledo City League / District Runner-ups 1989 – 1990 Toledo City League Champions Region Champs, Ohio DIV I State Champions USA #8 1990 – 1991 Toledo City League Champions / Sectional Champions 1991 – 1992 Toledo City League Champions / Sectional Champions 1993 – 1994 USA # 8 (ER) Sectional Champions 1994 – 1995 USA #10 Sectional Champions 1983-1987 United State Air Force
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The MIDWEST IS IN THE BUILDING this week as we chop it up with Coach Darnell Rios who literally shed some major light in some places most student athletes and even professionals aren't willing to do. Don't take my word for it, turn up the volume and pull out your pencil, pen and paper.
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The Glass City's Gentle Giant, Coach Darrell Dorn, joins us this week and takes us down his path of evolution from coach to counselor to curator of scholarship, citizenship, leadership, civility and accountability.
BIOGRAPHY
Darrell Dorn was a two-year letterman at the former DeVilBiss High School. As a senior, he averaged 18.0 points and 10.0 rebounds per game to earn second team All-City and All District Honors. Dorn went on to begin his collegiate career at Jordan College a Junior College in Flint, Michigan. As a freshman, he helped his team to a 27-10 record while averaging 14.0 points and 9.0 rebounds per game. In his sophomore season, he was named team captain and helped lead his team to a record of 19-14. Averaging 16.0 points and 7.0 rebounds per game, he earned various all conference and all region accolades. He finished his junior college career becoming the 3rd all-time leading scorer and 4th all-time leading rebounder. He also finished as Jordan’s all-time leader in field goal percentage (69%).
Dorn earned an athletic scholarship to Lemoyne- Owen College in Memphis, Tennessee, where he played for legendary coach Jerry C. Johnson. During his junior year he was able to lead his team to a record of 19-10 season and a semifinal appearance in the SIAC Conference Semifinals. Dorn in his senior season was able to lead his team to a 21-9 record and the SIAC Conference Championship Game where they lost to Alabama A&M. Dorn finished his Lemoyne-Owen College career averaging 10.0 points and 6.0 rebounds per game. Dorn earned his bachelor’s degree in Social Work in 1995.
Dorn began his coaching career in 1995 at Toledo’s Woodward High School, serving as the freshmen and junior varsity boys’ coach until 2001. In 2002, Dorn accepted his first varsity coaching position when he was named Varsity Girls Basketball Coach. That year Dorn was able to compile a record of 11-9 despite just having six players on his roster. Dorn made history the next following year when he took over the Woodward’s varsity boys’ program, becoming the first black head coach in the program’s history.
After two seasons, Dorn chose to return to the girls’ rank and accepted the position of Varsity Girls Coach at Toledo’s Scott High. He led the Lady Bulldogs to a record of 15-6, a share of the City League Championship and a runner-up finish in the league playoffs. For his efforts, Dorn was named Coach of the Year in Toledo City League in 2006. He also had the privilege of seeing all nine of his seniors accept athletic and academic scholarships to various college and universities. After a successful high school season, Dorn was hired at Tallahassee Community College in Florida. In one year, Dorn was able to help TCC reach the semifinals in the Panhandle Conference Tournament. Dorn was promoted to Associate Head Coach at the end of the season. Dorn was then hired as Assistant Women’s Coach at Kentucky State University. After a very short coaching stint Dorn returned to Toledo and was rehired at Woodward as the Girls coach once again. Coach was named Coach of the year again in 2014. Dorn has been blessed to see nine of his former assistants become head coaches.
Dorn is a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Incorporated and is also Prince Hall Mason. Dorn also is a member of P.A.W.S. Shooting Club. Dorn is currently the Varsity Girls Basketball Coach and Assistant Athletic Director at Toledo Bowsher High School. Dorn also works as a Program manager for RFS Behavioral Health and he has worked in the mental health field for over 18 years. Dorn is married to Althea Dorn and they have son Darrell Dorn Jr and a daughter Mikayla Dorn.
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Coach Mark Watson, Jr. has the perfect mixture of the quiet strength of a superhero and the wisdom of a master swordsman. As a former 3-sport athlete, he brings so much more than his knowledge and passion for the game to the huddle. He has a presence that commands respect and an ear, empathy and understanding that helps him merge the generation gap between student athletes and their coaches.
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For twenty-four seasons, Ben E. Williams provided leadership, guidance, and inspiration to his players both on and off the basketball court as the head coach of Scott High School’s Varsity Boys Basketball Team. The product of humble beginnings in Madison County, Mississippi, Williams fought through personal adversity to become a standout four-letterman at Woodward High School. His efforts earned him an athletic scholarship to Bowling Green State University [BGSU] where he played under legendary coach Harold Anderson and earned both a Bachelor and Master’s Degree.
His Scott Bulldogs were ranked in the Ohio API/UPI Top Ten eleven times; moreover, his teams won eleven city league, nine district, and five regional titles. In 1990, the USA Today High School Basketball Poll ranked Williams’ varsity team eighth in the nation. Posting a phenomenal 27-1 record, the 1990 Scott High School Bulldogs won the Ohio Division I State Boys Basketball Championship. Soon after, Toledo Public Schools renamed the Scott High Fieldhouse, Ben E. Williams Fieldhouse, in honor of Coach Williams. While his basketball achievements mean a great deal to him, Williams has repeatedly affirmed his extreme satisfaction in the fact that ninety percent of his basketball players attended college.
Williams has been the recipient of numerous awards. He has been inducted into the Woodward H.S. Hall of Fame, Scott H.S. Hall of Fame, and the Toledo City Athletic League Hall of Fame as a coach and along with his 1990 State Championship Team. One of his most notable honors came in 2000 when Williams became the first African-American Coach inducted into the Ohio High School Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame. In 2015, Ben Williams was greatly honored to be named as a “Legend” by The African-American Legacy Project of Northwest Ohio.
Since his retirement from teaching and coaching in 1998, Williams continued to serve Toledo youth through the establishment of his non-profit organization Ben E. Williams Youth Services Inc. until retiring yet again in 2020. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Williams has been married to his wife Aerielle for fifty-nine years. He credits his professional success in part to the love, support, and stability provided by his wife and their wonderful children and grandchildren.
Coach Ben E. Williams
Notable Achievements
“After consistently playing a highly competitive game schedule and being subjected to extraordinary challenges, our teams displayed the highest level of personal discipline. Their sustained commitment to hard work in both our practices and regular games speaks volumes about their character as young men. Therefore, they deserve the highest level of praise for the many historic accomplishments they achieved together in the face of adversity.”
— Coach Ben E. Williams • Overall record of 429 wins and 120 losses for a 78.1 winning percentage against very tough Division I opponents • Over 24 seasons had a winning record against all City League opponents • Ranked 2nd,6th, 7th,11th, 12th, and 18th among the Top 20 City League Season Records by winning percentage between 1941 and 2002 • Earned a spot in 15 City League Championship Games in 24 seasons • Won 11 City League Championships: 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1980, 1982, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1990, and 1992 • On February 25, 1984, Scott Varsity won the City Championship versus St. Francis before a standing-room-only crowd of 9,058 people—the largest regular-season crowd in Ohio high school basketball history • Won 9 district and 5 regional titles; competed in 5 final four Division I State Championship Tournaments: 1976, 1978, 1982, 1984, and 1990 • Won the 1990 Ohio Division I State Boys Basketball Championship; finished the season 27-1 and ranked 8th nationally by USA Today Poll • Eleven (11) teams ranked in the Ohio API/UPI Top Ten • Eleven (11) All-State Players, 4 High School All-Americans, 1 Ohio High School Player of the Year, 1 College All-American,
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Welcome to the COACH 2 COACH PODCAST where we go COAST 2 COAST talking about learnership, leadership, success, character and fulfillment with coaches from various fields of endeavor. Why are my guests only coaches? Because beside every success story, there is a coach who is there advising, inspiring, directing and modeling a certain way to achieve mastery in whatever discipline one seeks to embark upon. Sit back, take a listen, maybe even take some notes. More importantly share your thoughts with us no matter if your thoughts are good bad or indifferent. Thanks in advance for your support. We look forward to providing with content that will shape your leadership journey.
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