Chris Haynes is a respected NBA reporter known for his in-depth coverage, player relationships, and insight into the league. Born on September 1, 1979, in Fresno, Haynes built his career from the ground up, beginning as a freelance writer before becoming one of the most trusted voices in sports journalism.

Throughout his career, Haynes has worked with major sports media outlets including Yahoo Sports, Bleacher Report, and TNT Sports, where he has served as an NBA Insider, columnist, and sideline reporter. Known for breaking major NBA stories and providing strong player-focused reporting, Haynes has earned recognition across the basketball world for his credibility and professionalism.

His journey from working security jobs to becoming one of the top NBA reporters in the industry reflects his dedication, persistence, and passion for the game.

In this inspiring episode of 94 Ft with Coach JT, we sit down with Omari Nesby, Sacramento native, Burbank alumni, and the first NAIA First Team All-American in Rocky Mountain College history. Omari opens up about growing up in a basketball family (his dad is Burbank legend Ben Griffin), the grind of JUCO ball at College of the Sequoias, the adversity of being overlooked, and what it felt like to finally sign his first professional contract overseas. In this episode, we break down: Growing up with Ben Griffin as his dad (and the backyard battles with his brothers) The freshman year missed game-winner that fueled his work ethic JUCO ball: "Everybody's as good as me" & the 6am practices Getting no D1 looks after JUCO (one NAIA school gave him a chance) Becoming Rocky Mountain College's first NAIA First Team All-American Signing his first pro contract overseas (leaving September 2nd) His ESPN Top 10 buzzer-beater & 31-4 season Timestamps: 0:00 – The 94 Ft Vibe 2:52 – Growing Up in a Sports Family (Ben Griffin, Dad & Burbank Legend) 3:53 – Brothers: Isaiah, King & Jordan Griffin (The Family DNA) 7:49 – Watching NBA Film (Studying the Game) 9:08 – The Days He Didn't Feel Like Working Out (Pops Made Him Go) 11:35 – Burbank Was Stacked (Tyreek Gil, Lavell Bailey, Kyrie) 13:32 – The Missed Game-Winner That Changed Everything (Crying in the Bathroom) 17:05 – No D1 Offers (JUCO Was the Only Route) 22:08 – Rocky Mountain College: No Visit, Just Thug It Out (The Cold) 28:40 – Signing His First Pro Contract (Overseas, September 2nd) 31:52 – Personal Triple Threat: Confidence, Winner, Positivity ............................................................................................................ Thank you for supporting “94FeetWithCoachJtTM”! Stay connected with me on social media 👇 📲 FOLLOW US: ✅ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/94feetwithcoachjt ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/94feetwithcoachjt/ ✅ Twitter: https://x.com/94FeetWithjt

🎙️ 94 Feet with Coach JT — Ariah Butts Welcome to 94 Feet with Coach JT! 🏀🔥 Today, we’ve got a special guest who represents what it means to be a young athlete with talent, versatility, and something to prove. I’m excited to sit down with Ariah Butts, a 2025 All-State and All-Conference athlete from Kenwood High School, Class of 2027. Ariah is a multi-position athlete who brings her game on both sides of the field as a running back, wide receiver, and defensive back. But this conversation is about more than the stats and the accolades. We’re talking about the work behind the recognition, the sacrifices young athletes make, balancing school and sports, staying focused, and what it takes to continue chasing your goals. What does it really take to become the athlete everyone sees on game day? Let’s find out. This is 94 Feet with Coach JT — real stories, real athletes, and real conversations. Let’s get into it! 🏀🎙️🔥

Big things happening in Sacramento basketball!

On this episode, we sit down with Aaron Kallhoff, the new head women’s basketball coach at Sacramento State. Coming over from Brigham Young University with more than 20 years of coaching experience, Coach Kallhoff talks recruiting, building culture, leadership, and the vision for Hornets women’s basketball moving forward.

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Today, we’re stepping outside the basketball court and having a conversation about something that impacts all of us — mental health, creativity, purpose, and the stories behind the people doing the work. I’m excited to sit down with Jamie Batiste, creator and voice behind Thursday Therapies, a platform that gives creatives, artists, rappers, poets, activists, and community voices a space to tell their stories. Today, we’re talking about the person behind the creativity, the importance of having real conversations about mental health, and why sometimes you have to be willing to share your story to help somebody else. This is 94 Feet with Coach JT — and we're about to have another real conversation. Let's get into it!

🎙️ This episode we tap in with Mason Marsh and Arthur Grady Jr. from Cosumnes River College to talk about the grind of JUCO basketball, staying ready for opportunities, and the work it takes to compete at a high level. 🏀💯 Marsh breaks down his dominant season in the Big 8 Conference, averaging 17.3 points per game while controlling the boards and protecting the rim, while Grady shares his journey of perseverance, development, and continuing to grow his game every day. Tap in as we talk work ethic, mindset, sacrifice, and the journey behind the game! 🎙️🔥 #94FeetWithCoachJT #JucoBasketball #Big8 #StayApplyingPressure

🎙️ 94 Feet with Coach JT IS BACK! 🏀🔥 Coach JT is back with a brand-new solo episode, dropping some real gems for athletes and parents as the high school and college sports seasons get underway. From navigating the journey as an athlete to understanding what parents need to know, Coach JT shares insight, experiences, and lessons learned from years around the game. This is the first drop in a while, but we’re back and ready to keep bringing you real conversations, basketball knowledge, and stories from inside the game. 🔥 Athletes — tune in. Parents — tune in. Coaches — tune in. Make sure you like, subscribe, share, and follow 94 Feet with Coach JT across all platforms. 🏀 94feetwithcoachjt.com #94FeetWithCoachJT #CoachJT #Basketball #HighSchoolBasketball #CollegeBasketball #AthleteDevelopment #SportsParents #BasketballParents #PlayerDevelopment #SportsPodcast #BasketballPodcast #SacramentoBasketball #StudentAthlete #Coaching #BasketballCulture

He went from scoring 2 points as a freshman to playing in the Big East. Now he's coaching section champions and changing lives. In this inspiring episode of 94 Ft with Coach JT, we sit down with Coach McKenzie, a Brooklyn-born, Providence College alum, and now section-winning head coach at Natomas High School. Coach McKenzie opens up about his journey from the projects of Spanish Town, Jamaica to the Big East, the mentors who shaped him, and why coaching is about so much more than basketball. 🔥 In this episode, we break down: Winning his first section title after three years of heartbreak Scoring only 2 points as a freshman (and how that fueled him) Working out with Chris Mullin (form shooting for an hour) Watching LeBron play in high school (scored only 2 points) Choosing Providence over Ivy League schools (best of both worlds) The 1.8ppg freshman to 11.5ppg sophomore jump in the Big East Expanding learning, coaching & balancing family Timestamps: 0:00 – The 94 Ft Vibe 2:01 – Winning the Section Title (After 3 Years of Heartbreak) 5:39 – Born & Raised in Brooklyn (Jamaican Parents from Spanish Town) 6:49 – Waking Up at 3-4am to Train (90-Minute Train Ride to School) 8:03 – Watching LeBron James in High School (Sat on the Bench the Whole Game) 11:00 – Working Out With Chris Mullin (1 Hour of Form Shooting) 13:51 – Scored 2 Points His Entire Freshman Year 17:30 – Two Duffel Bags Full of College Letters (Mom Focused on Ivy League) 19:40 – Biggest Adjustment: Ball Handling & The In-Between Game 23:53 – First Pro Contract: England (Culture Shock) 33:30 – Personal Triple Threat: Leadership, Family & Positivity ............................................................................................................ Thank you for supporting “94FeetWithCoachJtTM”! Stay connected with me on social media 👇 📲 FOLLOW US: ✅ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/94feetwithcoachjt ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/94feetwithcoachjt/ ✅ Twitter: https://x.com/94FeetWithjt ....................................................................................................... 📺 WATCH NEXT — Don’t Miss These! 🎬️ 94 Feet With Coach JT – Event Highlights 🔥🏀🥊 https://youtu.be/YyZOmltNaGE?si=kLi8nLvieMqIWbPV 🎬️ 94 Feet With Coach JT – Event Highlights 🔥🏀🥊 https://youtu.be/LkIXYj7ZTmo?si=0v1DET5tNPIChqiI 🎬️ 94 Feet With Coach JT – Event Highlights 🔥🏀🥊 https://youtu.be/5RjEZu6PCKY?si=FOpLgLNzJV5Sg4fT ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 📧 For Business Inquiries 📧 Coachj916@gmail.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: This video is for educational and motivational purposes only. Views expressed are based on personal experiences. We do not promote any illegal activities. ⚠️ #coachmckenzie #natomashighschool #from2pointsasafreshman #big eastbasketball #providencecollege #brooklyntobigeast #spanishtownjamaica #workingoutwithchrismullin #watchinglebroninhighschool #sectionchampion #basketballcoach #changinglivessports #duffelbagfullofletters #playinginengland #cultureshock #leadershipfamilypositivity #94ftpodcast #coachjt #basketballjourney #formshooting #basketballmentorship #bigeastfreshman #fromtheprojects #jamaicanparents #morningtraining