A Coach's Perspective

This week, we caught up with the Larsen family of Strafford, Missouri! Coach Dustin Larsen discusses coaching his daughters Elsie (Colorado State-bound) and Kinley in girls basketball, while mom Stacey weighs in from her perspective.

This week, we explore the Bass Pro Tournament of Champions—more than just three days of basketball games, it's a tradition in the Ozarks. Tournament Coordinator Jason Michel takes us through the process and reflects on this beloved sports tradition.

This week, we discuss the impact of the shot clock at the high school level with Missouri officials and a retired coach. Thank you to SWMO coordinator of officials Kelly Holt, retired coach Keri Nichols, and veteran high school and college official Cathy Shoup for sharing their perspectives.

This week, find out more about the culture of Coach John Schaefer's successful Logan-Rogersville (MO) high school boys basketball team. Hear from Indiana University commit Chase Branham, Northwest Missouri State commit Marcus Moore, and rising star Titus Moore on teamwork, scouting, pre-performance routines, and what it takes to be a championship team. Guests: John Schaefer, Chase Branham, Titus...

This week, we previewed the Bill Rowe Queen City Showcase with scheduler Brad Hayes and the legend himself, Bill Rowe. For more information, visit QueenCityShowcase.org or listen at Podcasts of Previous Shows on the website acoachsperspective.com or listen and subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or Helium Radio.Guests: Brad Hayes, Bill Rowe

This week, I spoke with the legendary and versatile Jim Powers about the upcoming Norm Stewart Classic at Mizzou Arena. We also hosted Missouri coaches Cori Elms, Brittany Matlock, Don Edwards, and Chris Nimmo and discussed "out of the hat" coaching topics like: How do you handle playing time? Describe the ultimate player. What is the role of assistant coaches? We also explored statistics and...

Thank you to my Chiefs Superfan Panel tonight for their insights and loyal perspective to the red and yellow: Jeff Burnett, Steve Newman, and Cole Pruitt. The Kansas City Chiefs are more than a team - they're the heartbeat of a city. From Len Dawson to Patrick Mahomes, from heartbreak to dynasty, Chiefs Kingdom has endured it all with unwavering loyalty. On Sundays at Arrowhead, 76,000 fans...

In this episode, my guest, Justin Gerald, is gearing up for high school basketball season. Coaching high school basketball offers a front-row seat to watching young people discover their potential on and off the court. There's an unmatched energy in a packed gym on game night, where every possession feels monumental and the community rallies behind their team. The real joy comes in building...

In this episode, Springfield-Greene County Parkboard Public Information Administrator Jenny Edwards discusses the Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot and the thousands that participate in this annual tradition. Gold medalist archer and Springfield-Greene County Parkboard Head Archery Coach, Amy Francka, also joins us to discuss the sport of archery, its growing popularity, and her international...

Episode #404: In this episode, Warren Rose and Marty Marsh talk with us about the benefits of nature in our lives and their mission through the Missouri Department of Conservation to bring nature education into the classrooms and classrooms into nature. We also talked about outdoor activities, bears, mountain lions, snakes, and getting outdoors more to enjoy our beautiful planet! Guest: Warren...