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Step beyond the buzzer with this captivating podcast series featuring NCAA Division I men’s basketball head coaches and special guests. Each episode offers an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at leadership, teamwork, family, and the values that shape the game’s most respected figures.
Since the 2010–2011 season, every guest has showcased their craft on the iconic floor of Cameron Indoor Stadium. Now, they open up like never before—sharing personal stories, hard-earned wisdom, and the passion that drives them on and off the court.
Whether you’re a die-hard basketball fan, a student of leadership, or someone who loves compelling human stories, this series delivers an intimate, courtside seat to the minds and hearts of the game’s sideline legends.
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Ep. 13, Thad Matta - The Things We Learn When We Pay Attention
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From the small gyms of Hoopeston, Illinois to the bright lights of college basketball’s biggest stages, this week’s guest takes us on a journey that’s as personal as it is powerful. Thad Matta opens up about the roots of his love for the game, the mentors and family members who shaped it, and the lessons he carried from his playing days at Butler University into a remarkable coaching career.
Coach reflects on the health challenges that reshaped his perspective, the evolution of his leadership style, and what “The Butler Way” truly means in today’s world. From locker rooms and life lessons to faith, family, and the fire that still fuels him, this conversation reveals the heart behind the coach — and why his return to Butler was about far more than basketball.