In this episode, I talk with former professional basketball player, Josh Akognon.

First, we hear about his parents background and moving to Petaluma, his older brother's influence, and a neighbor who invited Josh to his first basketball camp.

Then, Akognon talks about his basketball development while at Casa Grande High School, the night he scored 54 points, his college recruiting process, and playing at Washington State University and California State University, Fullerton.

Finally, Akgnon discusses when he signed with the Dallas Mavericks, playing on the Nigerian Olympic team, writing two books about his journey, and advice for young athletes, parents, and coaches.

In this episode, I talk with the Mendocino College Head Basketball Coach, Billy Offill.

First, we learn about growing up in West County, Monte Rio Elementary open gyms, and his father and older brother's influence, on the game.

Then, Offill talks about summers at the Lavin Basketball Camps, battles in the Sonoma County League, El Molino High School coaches, and his senior year North Coast Section run.

Finally, Offill discusses his college playing experience, becoming a college head coach at 25 years old, surprise guests at the Mendocino College gym, and advice for young athletes, parents, and new coaches.

In this episode, I talk with Coach John Florance who played on the 1993-94 Sonoma Valley High School North Coast Section championship basketball team.

First, Florance tells us how he switched from soccer to basketball at a young age, developing as an athlete in Southern California, and his older brother's infludence on his competitiveness.

Then, we hear about his family relocating to Sonoma during his junior year, playing basketball for Sonoma Valley High School coach, Phil Rosemurgy, and the culture of the championship team.

Finally, Florance discusses his senior year basketball experience, Sonoma County League battles between Healdsburg High School, and the Sonoma Valley Dragons' post season run to the North Coast Section championship.