Ep. 5 Pete Papahronis - Bk-2-Bk Champs (Boys & Girls) | You Can't Coach Girls | ROK Podcast

In the ROK Podcast Interview, Oklahoma high school basketball coaching legend Pete Papahronis shares his remarkable journey from a competitive young athlete to a celebrated player and coach. Growing up with a passion for sports, Pete attended Putnam City High School, where his talent on the basketball court earned him all-state awards.

Pete's college career took him to East Central University in Ada, where he faced off against formidable opponents, including future NBA superstar Dennis Rodman. His collegiate experience honed his skills and prepared him for the next level of competition.

Pete then pursued a professional basketball career, competing in Europe and securing Greek championships. Greece, his native land where his folks are from, was a significant part of his journey. His time overseas not only showcased his playing prowess but also deepened his understanding of the game.

Transitioning to coaching, Pete led both boys' and girls' high school basketball teams to success. Notably, he achieved back-to-back championships with each, demonstrating his versatility and coaching acumen. Despite his achievements, Pete faced skepticism about his ability to coach girls' basketball, being told three times that his aggressive coaching style wouldn't translate. However, he proved the doubters wrong, guiding his teams to victory and cementing his legacy in Oklahoma high school basketball.

Chapters

• 0:00 Intro
• 1:11 What's Going On?
• 1:27 Pete Sounds Better
• 2:03 Regrouping From State
• 4:10 Young Pete
• 7:05 Transition to College
• 9:00 Accepting My Role
• 10:30 Junk Yard Dogs
• 12:40 Played Against Some Dudes
• 16:45 No Dreams of NBA
• 18:20 Guarding Dennis Rodman
• 19:45 Pregame Ritual
• 20:40 Memorable Moments
• 22:00 Entertainment at ECU
• 24:18 The Transfer Portal
• 26:30 Name, Image and Likeness
• 30:50 Going Greek
• 39:00 Getting into Coaching
• 56:15 Parents Just Don't Understand
• 1:10:20 Back To The Future
• 1:13:31 Momentum Shift