Episode 639 - Coach Neighbors Top 3s: Rules for Culture, Leadership, Coaching, & More
03 February 2026

Episode 639 - Coach Neighbors Top 3s: Rules for Culture, Leadership, Coaching, & More

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This week we’re back again with Coach Mike Neighbors, and this time going through his lists of Top 3’s sparking conversation on culture, leadership, game coaching, and a little life outside of basketball.

There's life lessons and practical insights to challenge us as coaches to think differently, grow our experiences, and be better both on and off the court for ourselves and our players.

Show Notes:

    Why create listsDefining culture and how to build itIn-game coaching tipsFavorite team shooting drillsLeadership lessons, delayed gratification, and adding valueReading, learning, and finding information that shapes better decisionsLife outside basketball, including hobbies and finding balancePersonal favorites in movies, TV shows, books, food, and travelReflections on coaching longevity, mentorship, and saving basketball

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