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Legendary UCLA basketball coach John Wooden is known for his record-breaking run of NCAA championships and for working with some of the best players in the sport. His principles for success have been used by not only coaches and athletes, but also business leaders, entrepreneurs, and others. But his reach stretches even farther than most people know - into the hearts and lives of the people who learned the game of basketball on one of Coach Wooden's forgotten teams. For nearly 20 years, John Wooden ran scores of summer youth basketball camps in California and other states.

In John Wooden: The Inspiring Life and Leadership Lessons of One of Basketball's Greatest Coaches, you will learn the inspirational story of arguably the greatest coach of the 20th century, John Wooden. Few coaches carry the same esteem as Wooden, known for not only being a highly effective coach, but also a mentor and friend to his players. Wooden consistently led by example by inspiring his players to build strong habits both on and off the court.

A list of legends is significant not only for who makes the list, but who gets left off of it. If there are no obvious omissions, then the list of candidates was probably less than legendary in the first place. Not so in the case of the Syracuse University Orangemen. Calling roll on Syracuse’s all-time basketball greats can take up the greater part of a day. The school produced its first All-American, Lewis Castle, in 1912. More recently, Carmelo Anthony, one of the best freshmen to ever play college basketball, led the 2003 Orangemen to the school’s first NCAA championship.

In John Stockton: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Greatest Point Guards, you will learn the inspirational story of one of basketball's greatest point guards of all time, John Stockton. Stockton ran the point for the Utah Jazz through the majority of the '80s and '90s. He holds the NBA record for the most assists and steals of all time. Playing for the majority of his career alongside Karl Malone, Stockton had a highly illustrious career. By the time he retired, he was a 10-time All-Star and had led the league in assists nine times.

Let Red Auerbach and John Feinstein take you on a thrilling journey through the storied history of the Boston Celtics in 'Into The Green: The Story of Boston Celtics.' From the Celtics' founding in 1946 by Walter Brown to their emergence as basketball titans with 17 NBA championships, this book unveils the timeless tales and unforgettable moments that have etched the team into the annals of sports legend.

Hosted by Corey with the Story, St. John’s Red Storm Basketball News Today delivers daily coverage of the St. John’s Red Storm basketball program with fast, focused updates on game results, player performances, injuries, recruiting, and key storylines. From Big East competition to postseason opportunities, the show keeps fans informed on everything happening in Queens. Each short episode highlights what matters most—including standout performances, season trends, and postseason implications—produced by AI for speed, consistency, and clarity. Part of The Daily News Now network, St. John...

Stephen Curry was intent in showing the world that he was not just "lucky" - he wanted to show that he deserved to be playing in the Finals. He deserved to be the MVP. He deserved to win a championship. He deserved to be recognized as one of the greatest players to ever play the game.

First ballot Hall of Fame Pitcher and extraordinary golfer and broadcaster, John Smoltz hosts the Pro Podcast LIVE from The PRO Rivals Open—known simply as The PRO— a competitive golf tournament created to give current and former professional athletes a new arena to compete, connect, and carry their legacy forward through the game of golf. What began as a single invitational has evolved into a growing tour defined by its competitive spirit, exclusivity, and shared respect for the game.

John Feinstein - The Friends I've Made provides a compelling view of sports and life from the incomparable perspective and recall of multiple New York Times best-selling author John Feinstein and five individuals who John has covered, followed and now considers friends: David Feherty, Tom Izzo, Steve Kerr, Mary Carillo, and Mike Krzyzewski.

Join John Nabors as he discusses everything that the people in the great, state of Arkansas are talking about each day! Razorback sports, pop culture, food, entertainment, and more!

Three lifelong friends and Boston sports fans, these hosts grew up living and breathing everything New England - Sunday pats games, late night sox heartbreaks, a lot of banner seasons, and endless debates that never really end. Their podcast is built on decades of friendship, hot takes, real talk, and an unapologetic love for Boston sports. No filters, no bandwagon energy - just honest opinions from fans who have been there through the highs, the lows, and everything in between.

Says Who Sports cuts through the media noise and manufactured controversy to deliver for fans authentic, smart, and candid analysis of college and professional sports. The podcast is hosted by John Dauphin, who has interviewed and written about numerous sports legends including Bob Knight, Bobby Bowden, Roy Williams, and Roger Clemens. Dauphin believes sports media has become a mess, a rush by reporters to the digital finish line in a desperate search for clicks, with little regard for truth or context. Join John and his co-host, Phil Dauphin, a former professional baseball player who had a ...

This book examines the history of poor decision making by NBA general managers. It analyzes the NBA Draft over the last 20 years with some interesting findings and takeaways for improving the player evaluation process. The Rock Star GM label was meant for a guy like Daryl Morey, and the book examines his transacting style as a general manager for the Houston Rockets. It delves deeply into his draft record, trades and free agent signings to evaluate him as a general manager from a methodology and strategy standpoint.

Small town. Undersized. Not enough talent. John Willkom heard it all as a young basketball player growing up in rural Wisconsin. Despite the odds, John dedicated his life to the game, an arduous journey that challenged the very core of even the most disciplined. As John's hard work lands him amongst basketball's elite, it is the workouts, the people, and the behind-the-scenes interactions that not only change his skill set but how he lives his life. Both heartfelt and funny, Walk-On Warrior takes you into the mind of an athlete from John's perspective.

John Feinstein on his first attempt at writing a fiction novel. In the interview the plot of the book, Last Shot: A Final Four Mystery, is discussed as well as college athletics in general.

From the gridiron to the hardwood and beyond, it's all things Kentucky sports, all year round. Hosted by Lexington Herald-Leader columnist John Clay.

John Calipari: A Basketball Coaching Legend Early Life and Education John Vincent Calipari, born on February 10, 1959, in Moon Township, Pennsylvania, grew up with a passion for basketball. He attended Moon Area High School, where he played point guard for the school's basketball team. After graduating in 1977, Calipari enrolled at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, where he played for the Seahawks from 1979 to 1980. He then transferred to Clarion University of Pennsylvania, where he played point guard from 1981 to 1982 before graduating with a bachelor's degree in marketing. ...

John Dodds and Dom Winters from marquettehoops.com, discuss all things Marquette Basketball. #mubb

Where the A list come to discuss the NBA with host John Weatherspoon

Let Me Tell You a Story: A Lifetime in the Game is a book that John Feinstein co-wrote with legendary basketball coach Red Auerbach. In the book, they cover Red's life in detail as well as his coaching career highlights.