EP 35 "From Small School to Big Stage" - with Coach Kerry Glover

In this episode, Coach Kerry Glover shares his journey from coaching at Columbia High School to York High, discussing the challenges and rewards of transitioning between small and large school environments. He emphasizes the importance of building a strong culture, connecting with players, and managing expectations from the community. Coach Glover reflects on the differences in competition, the significance of leadership, and the impact of community support on a basketball program. He also offers valuable advice for young coaches looking to make similar transitions in their careers.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Coach Kerry Glover
01:45 Transitioning from Columbia to York High
04:48 Building a Culture in a Bigger Program
07:41 Establishing Buy-In from Players and Parents
10:20 Adjusting to Competition at a Higher Level
15:01 Managing Community and Media Pressure
17:12 Structuring Practices and Game Rotations
21:23 Growth as a Leader and Strategist
23:07 Aligning Coaching Across All Levels
25:29 Lessons in Leadership
26:56 Community Connections: Small vs. Big Schools
30:14 Building Pride in School Traditions
33:04 The Impact of Coaching on Young Lives
41:07 Advice for Aspiring Coaches

Connect with Coach Glover and his team on:

X (Twitter) @Kerryg_lover or @PennBoys or @yorkballers

IG @coachkerry_g or @yorkhighbasketball or @yorkballers