# rising coaches (podcasts) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover rising coaches. Page: Feed: --- ## [Episode 292: Doug and Alan, Recruiting Over Rankings: A Dive Into Recruiting Philosophies](https://the-rising-coaches-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/episode-292-doug-and-alan-recruiting-over-rankings-a-dive-into-recruiting-philosophies) _2026-08-20 · The Rising Coaches Podcast_ On this episode of the Rising Coaches Podcast, Doug and Alan dive into one of the most important topics in today's game: Recruiting Over Rankings. Answering questions submitted by our listeners and Rising Coaches members, we discuss how recruiting philosophies have evolved, how to uncover whether a recruit is truly the right fit for your program, why recruiting should be a full-staff effort… [Listen](https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/32094755-30c1-4011-9d1b-17aa378c3d83.mp3) ## [Episode 891: LaPhonso Ellis, Former NBA Veteran, Current NBA Analyst, Part 2](https://the-rising-coaches-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/episode-891-laphonso-ellis-former-nba-veteran-current-nba-analyst-part-2) _2026-08-17 · The Rising Coaches Podcast_ On this episode of the Rising Coaches Podcast, we’re back with part two of our conversation with LaPhonso Ellis, former NBA veteran, current basketball analyst, and head coach of Team Heartfire in The Basketball Tournament (TBT). In this second half, Ellis shifts into what he’s learned from both coaching and evaluating the game at the highest level. In this episode we discuss his perspective on… [Listen](https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1ddbf97c-f665-4f36-96ac-52d05d01febc.mp3) ## [Episode 290: LaPhonso Ellis, Former NBA Veteran, Current NBA Analyst, Part 1](https://the-rising-coaches-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/episode-290-laphonso-ellis-former-nba-veteran-current-nba-analyst-part-1) _2026-08-13 · The Rising Coaches Podcast_ On this episode of the Rising Coaches Podcast, we’re joined by LaPhonso Ellis, former NBA veteran, current basketball analyst, and head coach of Team Heartfire in The Basketball Tournament (TBT). In this first part of a two-part conversation, Ellis reflects on his journey through the game and the coaches who helped shape his understanding of leadership and winning at every level. In this episode… [Listen](https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/be260768-0d88-4fac-80a8-d2cbc687d24c.mp3) ## [Episode 289: Jimmy Elgas, Head Coach, Henderson State University](https://the-rising-coaches-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/episode-289-jimmy-elgas-head-coach-henderson-state-university) _2026-08-10 · The Rising Coaches Podcast_ On this episode of the Rising Coaches Podcast, we’re joined by Jimmy Elgas, Head Coach at Henderson State University. Coach Elgas has built a wealth of experience through assistant coaching stops at Illinois State, Lincoln College, Southwest Texas, Kansas State, Utah, and Evansville before earning the opportunity to lead the Henderson State program. His journey has given him a unique perspective… [Listen](https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f8f3983f-246e-4225-b58e-909187b8530c.mp3) ## [Episode 288: Bo Gray, Assistant Coach, Tarleton State University](https://the-rising-coaches-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/episode-288-bo-gray-assistant-coach-tarleton-state-university) _2026-08-06 · The Rising Coaches Podcast_ On this episode of the Rising Coaches Podcast, we’re joined by Bo Gray, Assistant Coach at Tarleton State University. Gray’s coaching journey began at Youngstown State, where he worked his way from manager to head manager before continuing his rise through roles at Illinois State and now Tarleton State. His path is a great example of how consistency and adding value can open doors in the… [Listen](https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5302a95e-fa69-41ea-a37b-f4b1874fe0af.mp3) ## [Episode 287: Jay Kuntz, General Manager, University of Pittsburgh](https://the-rising-coaches-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/episode-287-jay-kuntz-general-manager-university-of-pittsburgh) _2026-08-03 · The Rising Coaches Podcast_ On this episode of the Rising Coaches Podcast, we’re joined by Jay Kuntz, General Manager at the University of Pittsburgh. Kuntz has built his career from the ground up, beginning as a student manager at West Virginia before rising through roles as a graduate assistant, assistant to the head coach, and Director of Player Personnel and Recruiting. He now serves as the GM at Pitt, helping navigate… [Listen](https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7fd95990-b437-4c34-ab0f-26c70a763c7e.mp3) ## [Episode 286: Austin Kidd, Former Coach, Synergy Sports](https://the-rising-coaches-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/episode-286-austin-kidd-former-coach-synergy-sports) _2026-07-30 · The Rising Coaches Podcast_ On this episode of the Rising Coaches Podcast, we’re joined by Austin Kidd, former college assistant coach and current Account Executive with Synergy Sports. Kidd built his coaching career with stops at Transylvania, Kentucky, Florida Gulf Coast, and The Citadel, gaining experience at multiple levels of the game before making the transition out of coaching. Today, he continues to impact the… [Listen](https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8d08228e-f878-4213-b727-fa50aed8973b.mp3) ## [Episode 285: Deividas Dulkys, Assistant Coach, Brooklyn Nets](https://the-rising-coaches-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/episode-285-deividas-dulkys-assistant-coach-brooklyn-nets) _2026-07-27 · The Rising Coaches Podcast_ On this episode of the Rising Coaches Podcast, we’re joined by Deividas Dulkys, Assistant Coach with the Brooklyn Nets. Dulkys played collegiately at Florida State before building a lengthy professional career across Lithuania, Poland, Turkey, Italy, and Spain, giving him a unique perspective on the game from both the American and European sides of basketball. After his playing career, he… [Listen](https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4a5f945f-d505-4a36-9956-00688b23e41d.mp3) ## [Episode 284: Preston Murphy, Assistant Coach, Unviersity of Alabama](https://the-rising-coaches-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/episode-284-preston-murphy-assistant-coach-unviersity-of-alabama) _2026-07-23 · The Rising Coaches Podcast_ On this episode of the Rising Coaches Podcast, we’re joined by Preston Murphy, Assistant Coach at the University of Alabama. Coach Murphy’s journey began as a player at Rhode Island before playing professionally in Belgium and Holland, and then transitioning into coaching at the high school level as the head coach at Woonsocket High School. He has since built an extensive Division I résumé with… [Listen](https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/64a9f718-b398-4d39-9b32-5970f847bca3.mp3) ## [Episode 283: Brandon Bailey, Assistant Coach, Depaul University](https://the-rising-coaches-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/episode-283-brandon-bailey-assistant-coach-depaul-university) _2026-07-20 · The Rising Coaches Podcast_ On this episode of the Rising Coaches Podcast, we’re joined by Brandon Bailey, Assistant Coach at DePaul University. Coach Bailey has built an impressive career with coaching stops at DePaul, the Boston Celtics organization, Ohio State, and now back at DePaul, while also serving as the head coach of the Maine Red Claws in the NBA G League. His experience across both the professional and college… [Listen](https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ac65c07e-d5a4-4c53-88d1-edb1b8f87135.mp3) ## [Hire AI-Powered Professionals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/j7yA7qd5XP3l) _2026-07-20 · **Sponsored**_ Browse public gigs, message candidates, and run video interviews — free to start. ## [Episode 282: Lance Burbank, Owner of Universal Retirement](https://the-rising-coaches-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/episode-282-lance-burbank-owner-of-universal-retirement) _2026-07-16 · The Rising Coaches Podcast_ On this episode of the Rising Coaches Podcast, we’re joined by Lance Burbank, Owner of Universal Retirement and a valued partner of Rising Coaches. Lance has spent his career helping individuals and families build strong financial foundations, and he has become a trusted resource for families and coaches looking to navigate the unique financial challenges that come with the profession. In this… [Listen](https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b719a8c9-c62e-4678-9f8d-cff25e0dd0c5.mp3)