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Movie House Sport PsychologySuicide Kings (1997) and sport psychology with Dr. Steve Wachs"Everything your pal Brett said is true. Except he left out one detail. Those dogs... that was not steak they were eating." Today, I talk to educator, coach, and podcaster, Dr. Steve Wachs! We discussed the 1997 cult classic Suicide Kings starring the singular Christopher Walken as (former?) mob boss Carlo Bartolucci AKA Charlie Barret. The movie also has an all star cast of "90's guys" (e.g. Denis Leary, Jay Mohr & Johnny Galecki) that give us plenty to talk about. We discussed the mobster fantasy, codes of honor, affluence and privilege, the importance of Ira, and how to help...2024-02-051h 09
@LACourtReportCatching up with JSerra head coach Keith WilkinsonA postseason conversation with the head coach of Orange County powerhouse JSerra Catholic High School2022-03-1117 min
@LACourtReportMatt Okada: from one Bay Area to anotherCatching up with Dominican University associate head coach Matt Okada2021-08-2320 min
@LACourtReportJustin Hutson: Valley ToughA conversation with Fresno State head coach Justin Hutson2021-06-2323 min
@LACourtReportBuilding and Development with Jackson WoodTaking to Hillcrest HS head coach Jackson Wood about program building at a public school in Riverside County.2021-05-3145 min
@LACourtReportSaugus Strong with Alfredo ManzanoTalking about some really important life lessons with Saugus High School coach Alfredo Manzano2021-05-1722 min
@LACourtReportTurning things around quickly: catching up with Coach CavenessSt. Anthony HS head coach Allen Caveness shares his experience turning around the Saints program.2021-05-0326 min
@LACourtReportThe uniqueness of Holy Martyrs BasketballTalking to Holy Martyrs head coach Koko Kaprielian about his program’s unparalleled atmosphere.2021-04-2628 min
@LACourtReportGood Trouble with Lou RichieTalking to Bay Area legend Lou Richie about activism and social justice.2021-04-1224 min
@LACourtReportScott Garson: The Final Four ExperienceCatching up with Santa Clara assistant Scott Garson about his three trips to the Final Four with UCLA in 2006, 2007, and 2008.2021-04-0537 min
@LACourtReportNick Halic: Establishing a programTalking about the emergence of Birmingham HS as a force in the City Section.2021-03-2229 min
@LACourtReportMulti-tasking with Jamal Hartwell: coach, trainer, and dad.Talking City Section Basketball with Fairfax asst Jamal Hartwell2021-03-1519 min
@LACourtReportTalking Toughness with Joe WyattChecking in with El Camino Real head coach Joe Wyatt about cultivating a competitive atmosphere2021-03-0829 min
@LACourtReportGoing from the hunter to the hunted: catching up with Lloyd WebsterA conversation with King/Drew head coach Lloyd Webster2021-03-0129 min
@LACourtReportShelton Diggs and the importance of flexibility in your philosophyCatching up with Long Beach Poly head coach Shelton Diggs about how to adjust your schemes based on your team’s strengths2021-02-2220 min
@LACourtReportTalking guard development with Cal State Stanislaus head coach Paul TrevorTalking to a veteran coach about developing guards for the rigors of college basketball.2021-02-1530 min
@LACourtReportLeadership 101 with Colin PfaffTalking about player leadership with Windward head coach Colin Pfaff2021-02-0840 min
@LACourtReportSt. Francis High School coaching staff: a model in staff cohesionCatching up with Coach Wolfson and his assistant coaches about effective group dynamics2021-02-0144 min
@LACourtReportJon Palarz: Developing your assistant coachesTalking to Calabasas head coach Jon Palarz about getting the most out of your assistant coaches.2021-01-1832 min
@LACourtReportAn Administrator’s Perspective: Tim CollinsA former collegiate coach, now a Senior Associate Athletics Director at Fresno State tells us what it’s like in an administrator’s chair.2021-01-1138 min
@LACourtReportA man for others: Jamal AdamsTalking to Loyola HS head coach Jamal Adams on his holistic approach to coaching2020-12-3128 min
@LACourtReportCoaching with Faith and Purpose: Chad BickleyA conversation with Santa Fe Christian head coach Chad Bickley2020-12-3129 min
@LACourtReportThe Torrey Pines Way with Nick DiazTalking with Torrey Pines assistant coach about the Torrey Pines way of doing things, including the Holiday Classic.2020-12-2748 min
@LACourtReportLior Schwartzberg: Being an Extension of Your InstitutionA conversation with Valley Torah HS head coach Lior Schwartzberg about the uniqueness of his coaching situation.2020-12-2537 min
@LACourtReportKevin Nosek: The art and science of being a great assistant coachA conversation with UC Davis associate head coach Kevin Nosek about the lessons he’s learned about being an effective assistant coach.2020-12-2330 min
@LACourtReportTalking basketball with Bucknell head coach Nathan DavisConnecting with a highly accomplished head coach about March Madness, the Patriot League, and academic excellence2020-12-2027 min
@LACourtReportJarvis Turner: When Great Players Become Great CoachesTalking to Beverly Hills High School head coach Jarvis Turner about the journey that led him to be the successful leader of the Normans.2020-12-1646 min
@LACourtReportA conversation about the LA area scene with Connor MorrisetteTalking with one of the most visible reporters in LA about notable players and programs.2020-12-1131 min
@LACourtReport“The Way We Do Things Here”: Talking Culture with Mike WolfA conversation about establishing the culture of your program with Southern California native and Westview High School (Oregon) head coach Mike Wolf.2020-12-0937 min
@LACourtReportTalking Basketball and Positive Psychology with Shalhevet HS head coach Ryan ColemanTalking to Shalhevet HS head coach Ryan Coleman about classroom and on-court lessons in Positive Psychology and other things.2020-12-0639 min
@LACourtReportCatching up with the Cavers: AJ Burgin and Bazz FontenotTalking about program building with San Diego HS standout player AJ Burgin and Cavers coach Bazz Fontenot2020-12-0447 min
@LACourtReportReggie Morris Jr speaking about the Importance of Accountability and other lessons.Fairfax High School head coach says that there’s no secret sauce, but he’s found a way to be successful everywhere he’s been.2020-12-0136 min
@LACourtReportMatt Elkin talks about making the jump from high school coaching to college coaching.Catching up with newly hired Yale Director of Basketball Operations about the transition from high school to college.2020-11-2849 min
@LACourtReportThe Coaches Workshop: Goal Setting and Program Evaluation with Eric BridgelandTalking to University of Redlands head coach Eric Bridgeland about receiving feedback from players and using it for program transformation.2020-11-2632 min
@LACourtReportCatching up with Vince Oliver about community, culture, and the importance of relationship building.Pivoting from growing up in a Christian and Catholic school environment to being the head coach at a prominent Orthodox Jewish school in Los Angeles.2020-11-2444 min
@LACourtReportKeeping it Real: Checking in with Clint ParksTalking to master trainer Clint Parks about skill development, Kawhi Leonard, and the value of candor.2020-11-1930 min
@LACourtReportThe Coaches Workshop: The Grinnell SystemAn in-depth conversation with Grinnell College assistant coach Aaron Levin about one of the most potent offensive systems in college basketball history. A system unlike any you’ve ever seen.2020-11-1659 min
@LACourtReportThe Coaches Workshop: John LamannaA conversation with Whitman College head coach John Lamanna about practice planning and implementing the Princeton Offense.2020-11-1234 min
@LACourtReportThe Coaches Workshop: Ray LokarTalking about goal setting and team cohesion with veteran coach Ray Lokar. Coach Lokar is sharing with us the lessons he’s learned in his 40+ years of coaching.2020-11-0950 min
@LACourtReportTalking Riverside County HS Basketball with Pep FernandezTalking about Riverside County (and a little bit of San Bernardino County) high school hoops with the host of the Inland Sports Show, Pep Fernandez.2020-11-0432 min
@LACourtReportThirty Years Later: Reliving LMU’s 1989-90 seasonCatching up with a few players and one assistant coach from one of the most memorable college teams ever.2020-10-3159 min
@LACourtReportChampionship Parenting with Kevin and Pam AndersonCatching up with two of the most visible parents on the Southern California HS Basketball scene.2020-10-2651 min@LACourtReportChampionship Parenting with Coley and Michelle KymanTwo former athletes talking about raising great people, great players, and great teammates.2020-10-1945 min
@LACourtReportA Sports Psychology primer with Stanford Assistant Coach Jesse PruittTalking PAC-12 hoops and the utility of Sports Psychology in a Power Five Conference program.2020-10-1532 min
@LACourtReportCoaches Roundtable Discussion with Don Showalter of USA BasketballAudio recording of a Zoom Coaches Roundtable session with Don Showalter, Director of Coach Development of the USA Basketball Youth Division2020-10-131h 16
@LACourtReportCatching up with UC Irvine Associate Head Coach Ryan BadrtaleiTalking about Anteater hoops, Kobe Bryant’s work ethic, and navigating through challenges with appreciation and humility.2020-10-1238 min
@LACourtReportA Touch of Wooden’s Wisdom: catching up with Andre McCarterA weekday chat with former UCLA Bruin and NBA player Andre McCarter about the Wizard of Westwood, Bill Walton, and his invention: Touch Glove.2020-10-0747 min
@LACourtReportRoll Call with UCLA Associate Head Coach Darren SavinoChecking in with UCLA Associate Head Coach Darren Savino about Bruin players from Southern California.2020-10-0529 min
@LACourtReportDream Seasons Cut Short: A Tale of Two Coaches Named Chris AckerA conversation with St. Francis HS asst coach Chris Acker and San Diego State asst coach Chris Acker. Both played integral roles in memorable seasons shut down early due to the pandemic. Please pardon a few audio delays.2020-10-0321 min@LACourtReportRandom Basketball BanterRandom weeknight basketball banter talking about the NBA Finals, Texas and California community college basketball during what is normally the time for the NBA preseason.2020-09-3025 min
@LACourtReportTalk with Idaho State Head Coach Ryan LooneyFrom Eastern Oregon to Seattle Pacific to Point Loma Nazarene to Idaho State; Coach Looney has been successful at every stop.2020-09-2517 min@LACourtReport@LACourtReport (Trailer)2020-09-1800 min