The Culture Code Basketball Podcast

Eldon Marshall and Justice Morrison
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Exploring basketball culture, coaching insights, and broader sports/life lessons. Hope to give all listeners (coaches, players, parents) information they can use to enhance their basketball experience.

Episodes

  1. FEB 6

    S1E9 - Motivation, Player Struggles, and Balancing life with coaching

    Coach Morrison and Coach Marshall answer questions from a fellow coach about staying motivated, handling player struggles, and balancing life with coaching. They discuss why developing young people matters more than wins, how to build trust with players, and the importance of team standards and accountability. A candid conversation about the daily challenges and rewards of coaching high school basketball.

    42 min

  2. JAN 15

    S1E8 - Special Guest - Marc Strain-Marshall

    In this episode of the Culture Code Basketball podcast, Marc Strain Marshall shares her journey from a high school basketball player to being a coach's wife and mother of basketball-playing sons. Marc reflects on her early passion for basketball, her high school experiences, and the evolution of youth sports. She provides a heartfelt perspective on the challenges and rewards of being a coach's wife and supporting her children in sports. The discussion also explores her role as a volleyball official, addressing the importance of integrity and the impact of officiating on the game. Marc emphasizes the need for encouraging persistence, recognizing the efforts of young athletes, and fostering a love for the game.

    1h 23m

  3. 12/11/2025

    S1E7 - Special Guest - Ryker Kreutzfeldt - Mitchell Kernels head boys basketball coach

    In this episode we have special guest Ryker Kreutzfeldt, the Mitchell Kernels head boys basketball coach, to explore his journey and philosophy. Ryker shares his experiences building successful teams, the importance of culture in a program, and the lessons learned from both wins and losses. We discuss Ryker’s path from player to coach, building a winning culture and team identity, overcoming adversity and adapting to change, the role of mentorship and leadership in basketball, favorite moments and memorable games, and advice for young athletes and aspiring coaches.

    32 min

  4. 11/28/2025

    S1E6-Practice Planning and Parent Meeting

    In this episode of the Culture Code Basketball podcast Coach Marshall and Coach Morrison discusses the essential aspects of practice planning. This episode covers the importance of having a detailed practice plan and maintaining a high tempo throughout practice, emphasizing speed, communication, and quick decision-making. The importance of creating a learning environment that encourages making and correcting mistakes is highlighted. Additionally, the episode discusses the necessity of a parent meeting at the start of the season to establish open communication, setting team goals, and managing expectations regarding player development and playing time.

    23 min

  5. 11/13/2025

    S1E5 - Special Guest - Jared Bouman - From Assistant to Head Coach: Insights from Coach Bouman on Building a Successful Basketball Program

    In this episode of the Culture Code Basketball Podcast, we dive deep into the journey of Coach Jared Bouman, who transitioned from a long-time assistant boys basketball coach to a State champion head girls basketball coach. With nearly two decades of experience, Coach Bouman shares invaluable insights that can guide aspiring coaches on their own paths.

    32 min

  6. 10/30/2025

    S1E4 - Preseason Development

    Putting the foundation you've set into action! We discuss preseason development in the short time after football. Open gym and weight training/conditioning and ideas around making the most of the time you have.

    28 min

  7. 10/16/2025

    S1E3 - Setting The Foundation (Part II)

    In this episode we dive deeper into how our Team Mission meeting helps set goals, define our standards, and build the habits that drive success. Whether you're a coach, player, or parent, this episode will help you think about what your program stands for - and how to bring that to life every day.

    33 min

  8. 10/02/2025

    S1E2 - Special Guest - Matt Rama - Mahpiya Luta head girls basketball coach

    Special Guest: Matt Rama - We welcome Matt Rama, Mahpiya Luta head girls basketball coach, to the Culture Code Basketball Podcast. He shares how his coaching philosophy has shaped his team’s culture, the importance of Lakota language and spirituality in shaping individual identity, the role of strong coach–player relationships in sustaining success, and the lessons learned from the challenges of coaching. He also reflects on why his definition of success is defined not by championships, but by the journey itself. Under Coach Rama's leadership Mahpiya Luta made its fourth State ‘A’ Tournament appearance in five seasons in 2025, finishing as runner-up, and secured a fourth straight Lakota Nation Invitational championship in 2024.

    32 min

  9. 09/18/2025

    S1E1 - Setting The Foundation

    S1E1 – Setting the Foundation - We dive into the principles and practices that have shaped our team culture over the past 22 years, and how those foundations continue to guide our program today.

    31 min
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Exploring basketball culture, coaching insights, and broader sports/life lessons. Hope to give all listeners (coaches, players, parents) information they can use to enhance their basketball experience.

Information

  • Creator
    Eldon Marshall and Justice Morrison
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Eldon Marshall and Justice Morrison
  • Show Website
    The Culture Code Basketball Podcast