Speak On It shares the voices and journeys of coaches and leaders who have built their careers through mentorship, adversity, and growth. From high school to Division I to the pros, every episode highlights the habits, relationships, and leadership traits that create impact on and off the floor. Hosted by Akil Reese, this show gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at what real leadership looks like in today’s game.

Episode List

Behind the Scenes of Excellence: Building a Championship Culture at San Diego State

Dec 5th, 2025 5:57 AM

Explore the leadership, organizational, and relational impact of a Director of Operations within a collegiate basketball program. Highlight how strategic planning, culture-building, logistical excellence, and player experience management contribute to the overall success of a program both on and off the court.

Pathways, Player Development, and High-Level Leadership with Nick Hamilton

Dec 5th, 2025 5:21 AM

This episode highlights how leadership evolves at the highest levels of basketball, from college to the G League to grassroots. Nick Hamilton brings a rare, all-levels perspective — coaching at USC, helping develop elite prospects with G League Ignite, and now shaping West Coast youth basketball as the West Coast Director of Made Hoops.

Mentors in the Making - Servant Leadership in High School and Division II Coaching

Dec 5th, 2025 4:03 AM

Cameron High and Robert Fuller join the show to break down real leadership—mentorship, culture, and investing in your players on a deeper level. Two emerging coaches with the same passion: serving athletes the right way.

Building Culture and Consistency with Coach Meador

Dec 5th, 2025 3:08 AM

This episode focuses on the journey of a coach from stating as a manger to becoming a head coach. Leadership style, communication, and program-building evolve along the way. Coach Cev’s experiences at multiple levels (Boise State, East Oregon, Monterey Bay, and now Chico State) provide great insight into what it takes to lead a college basketball program.

Leadership & Coaching with Chris Martin

Dec 5th, 2025 2:19 AM

To explore leadership, mentorship, and player development through the lens of college coaching. Chris will share real experiences, lessons learned, and how leadership evolves across different coaching levels (JUCO, Division I, assistant roles, etc.)

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