Gamechangers: A WBCA Podcast

Women's Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA)
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Gamechangers: A WBCA Podcast – Created by the WBCA Assistant Coaches Committee, this podcast is dedicated to the groundbreaking shifts in women's basketball. Each episode highlights a gamechanger—coaches, visionaries, and leaders who have made a lasting impact on the game. Hosted by the coaches of the WBCA, Gamechangers dives deep into the stories behind the transformative moments shaping the sport. Whether you’re a coach, player, or fan, this podcast provides insights and inspiration from the people driving change in women’s basketball. New episodes drop every other Monday, featuring conversations with coaches, industry leaders, and innovators across all levels of the game. Join host Brian Rosario, Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach at Long Beach State Athletics, as we explore the strategies, stories, and insights that fuel success, on and off the court.

  1. Assistant Coach hiring practices; Perspective Shift from Long time assistant to Head Coach

    3월 24일

    Assistant Coach hiring practices; Perspective Shift from Long time assistant to Head Coach

    In this episode, San José State Head Coach Jonas Chatterton shares real insight on hiring practices for both assistant and head coach roles, including what stands out in interviews and how to identify the right opportunity for your career. He also gets candid about the pressure of moving “one seat over,” what his first 100 days as a head coach looked like, and how his perspective has shifted when evaluating assistant coaches. If you're navigating your next step or building your staff, this episode delivers practical takeaways from both sides of the table.

    34분
  2. Building a Powerhouse Program and Recruiting HS athletes

    2월 23일

    Building a Powerhouse Program and Recruiting HS athletes

    What does it take to build a powerhouse high school program — and sustain it year after year? On this episode, Sue Phillips, Head Coach at Archbishop Mitty High School, shares the blueprint behind developing elite talent and preparing players for the next level. She offers candid insights into what college recruiters should understand — and improve — when evaluating high school athletes, plus how to truly prepare players for collegiate success. Coach Phillips also pulls back the curtain on USA Basketball exposure and what she’s learned coaching on the international stage. A must-listen for coaches invested in long-term program building and player development.

    35분
  3. Fulfillment in being Career Assistant Coach

    2월 10일

    Fulfillment in being Career Assistant Coach

    In this episode, we’re joined by Sunny Smallwood, Associate Head Coach at Montana State University, for a candid conversation about the fulfillment and longevity of a career as an assistant coach. With more than three decades on the sidelines, Coach Smallwood shares why the assistant role is both valid and vital, how to effectively support a head coach, and how to adapt as responsibilities evolve over time. She also offers thoughtful insight on communicating across generations of players and staff, adding value within established programs, and finding purpose and motivation throughout every stage of a coaching career.

    40분
  4. Adjusting on the fly in Women's Basketball

    1월 27일

    Adjusting on the fly in Women's Basketball

    In this episode, Oklahoma State assistant coach Mandi Carver shares what it takes to adjust on the fly in women’s basketball, reflecting on her transition from the mid-major level to a Power 4 program after spending years in one place. She discusses the evolving challenges of coaching highly visible, highly compensated athletes, navigating team culture in the social media era, and breaks down on-court insights around elite rebounding and building a fast, high-octane offense.

    39분
  5. Program Building

    1월 14일

    Program Building

    On this episode, Host Anthony Turner is joined by Anthony Bozzella, Head Coach at Seton Hall University, for a deep dive into what it takes to build and sustain a successful women’s basketball program. Coach Bozzella shares his approach to program building from the ground up, including roster construction in the transfer portal and NIL/Rev Share era. The conversation also explores the importance of academic accountability, mentoring the next generation of coaches, balancing family and work-life demands, and identifying some of the biggest challenges facing women’s basketball as the sport continues to grow.

    41분
  6. Assistant Coach to Head Coach Back to Assistant Coach; What I learned

    1월 6일

    Assistant Coach to Head Coach Back to Assistant Coach; What I learned

    In this episode, we’re joined by Jenny Huth, assistant coach at Cal-Berkeley, as she reflects on her journey through the coaching ladder from assistant coach to head coach and back to the assistant role. Coach Huth shares key lessons learned from each perspective, discusses the evolving challenges facing assistant coaches today, and offers insight into how the recruiting landscape has changed since her days as a standout high school player.

    36분
  7. WNBA and College Coaches Collaboration; Continued growth of the Sport

    2025. 12. 16.

    WNBA and College Coaches Collaboration; Continued growth of the Sport

    In this episode, Mike Neighbors, former Head Coach at the University of Arkansas and current Assistant Coach with the LA Sparks, shares his perspective on how college coaches and the WNBA can work together to continue growing the game. From player development to clinics, chalk talks, and knowledge sharing, the conversation highlights why alignment across levels matters for the future of women’s basketball.

    41분
  8. Episode 6 - Sustainable Success: Continuing Winning Culture While Adding Your Stamp

    2025. 05. 15.

    Episode 6 - Sustainable Success: Continuing Winning Culture While Adding Your Stamp

    How do you take the reins of a championship-winning program and make it your own—without losing the culture that built it? In this episode, we’re joined by Drury University Head Coach Kaci Bailey to explore what it takes to sustain success during a coaching transition. She shares how she evaluates talent that fits her style, how she’s adjusting to the evolving recruiting landscape, and why developing young coaches is key to long-term program growth. Whether you're taking over a powerhouse or building something new, this conversation offers insight on balancing legacy and leadership.

    48분
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Gamechangers: A WBCA Podcast – Created by the WBCA Assistant Coaches Committee, this podcast is dedicated to the groundbreaking shifts in women's basketball. Each episode highlights a gamechanger—coaches, visionaries, and leaders who have made a lasting impact on the game. Hosted by the coaches of the WBCA, Gamechangers dives deep into the stories behind the transformative moments shaping the sport. Whether you’re a coach, player, or fan, this podcast provides insights and inspiration from the people driving change in women’s basketball. New episodes drop every other Monday, featuring conversations with coaches, industry leaders, and innovators across all levels of the game. Join host Brian Rosario, Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach at Long Beach State Athletics, as we explore the strategies, stories, and insights that fuel success, on and off the court.

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    Women's Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA)
  • 방송 연도
    2019년 - 2026년
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