In this episode, I talk with Healdsurg High School basketball legend and current American River College Head Coach, Mark Giorgi.

First, we talk about his parents influence on his competitive toughness, the keys to being a good scorer, and how to impact the game when shots are not going in.

Then, Giorgi and I discuss some of the local guys he looked up to, competeted against, and playing in the Redwood Empire Invitational Tournament as well as the Sonoma County Classic.

Finally, Coach Giorgi talks about the business of Division 1 basketball, gives advice to young athletes, parents, and coaches.

In this episode, I talk with YSN 365- Youth Sports Network founder and boadcaster, Dave Cox.

First, we talk about his Rincon Valley Junior High hoops memories, playing sports at Cardinal Newman High School, and playing baseball for Coach Pat LaFortune.

Then, Cox and I discuss how he became involved in high school sports broadcasting, the first Sonoma County games he covered, and the unique challeges to live television production.

Finally, we review some of his color commentators- over the years, the Get Up Club, and he shares advice after 2,000 games.

In this episode, I talk with Baltimore Orioles Manager, Brandon Hyde, who was on a great 1991 Montgomery High School basketball team.

First, we talk about his father's basketball influence, his CYO squad, playing for Coach Tiedeman, and pick up games at Brook Hill Elementary.

Then, Hyde and I discuss playing basketball at Montgomery including a JV pick up game that led to a coach's challenge, a dominant junior year team, thoughts on Coach Fitchie, and a big game- in the Oakland Coliseum.

Finally, Coach Hyde gives advice to young athletes, new coaches, and shares a camp story.

In this episode, I sit down with iconic Sonoma County coach, Tom Bonfigli, who is the #6 California winningest high school men's basketball coach with 869 wins.

First, we talk about his time playing quarterback and point guard at Cardinal Newman High School for legendary coaches Ed Lloyd and John Fitzgerald.

Then, Bonfigli analyses his approach to coaching, his longtime assistant coach-his brother Jerry, and the Top of the Bay Classic Basketball Tournament.

Finally, Coach Bonfigli gives insights to his scouting, Rose City Tournament history, thoughts on former players, and the great 1989 Cardinal Newman squad.

In this episode, I sit down with legendary Sonoma County coach, Mike Erickson, who led the Piner High School men's basketball program for over three decades.

First, we talk about growing up in Humboldt County and being the son of a high school coach who also was the assistant at Humboldt State University.

Then, Erickson tells the story of how he landed the men's varisty coaching position at Piner High School.

Finally, we talk about a team practice drill, his approach to coaching, his first North Bay League championship, and advice for young coaches.

In this interview, I sit down with Sonoma County basketball legend and Santa Rosa Junior College coach, Craig McMillan.

First, we talk about how his father, John McMillan, and his college basketball background and how he found the job at Cloverdale High School.

Then, McMillan and I discuss Cloverdale basketball history, youth development, open gym for high schoolers, and some amazing Eagles teams.

Finally, we cover getting recruited by University of Arizona, check in about SRJC Men's Bear Cubs basketball, and Coach McMillan gives some advice to youth development.

In this interview, I sit down with one of the best basketball stories in Sonoma County, Bennett Davison.

First, we talk about the night before the NCAA championship game and how all of my ideas were wrong- thanks Steve Urkel!

Then, Bennett and I discuss his journey from soccer athlete to basketball standout at Analy High School. He shares insights from his senior year and how he would visit local colleges with his parents trying to find a scholarship opportunity.

Finally, we discuss when his recruitment skyrocketed, his visit to University of Arizona, and playing for legendary coach, Lute Olson

Part 3 of 3 with Sonoma County basketball standout athlete and coach, Tom Fitchie.

In this episode, we talk about his Sonoma State University Hall of Fame teams, being an assistant coaching at Santa Rosa Junior College, and coaching at Montgomery High for 31 year.

Then, we discuss the process to developing good teams, watching his son coach, the state of basketball in Sonoma County.