Steve and Ethan welcome Lindsay Miller, newly appointed head coach at Needham High School. Lindsay discusses her background as a player from Westwood High School with multiple records, her playing days at Harvard, and her coaching experiences at Harvard and Rivers. She delves into her work as a certified mental performance consultant, focusing on how she helps athletes, coaches, and teams maximize performance and manage anxiety. Lindsay shares insights on the importance of positive self-talk, mindfulness practices, and the impact of community in sports. The conversation also covers her thoughts on intentional fouling and flopping in basketball. The episode concludes with a fun segment discussing rules with producer David Yas.

Topics

00:27 Introducing Lindsay Miller: New Head Coach at Needham

01:38 Mental Performance Consulting Explained

04:16 Common Stressors Among Young Athletes

05:41 The Impact of Social Media on Athletes

08:19 Differences in Mental Health Between Male and Female Athletes

13:11 Mindfulness and Mental Exercises for Athletes

20:24 Lindsay Miller's Return to Coaching at Needham

24:56 Lindsay Miller's Unique Career Path

26:22 Lessons from Harvard Coach Kathy Delaney Smith

27:54 The Legacy of Kathy Delaney-Smith

30:43 Harvard's Tournament Run and Coaching Rivalries

32:11 Memorable Players and Toughest Matchups

34:12 Full Court Press: Basketball Rules and Strategies

46:36 Concluding Thoughts and Farewell

Ethan Fuller and Steve Hewitt sit down with John Carroll, the sporting director for basketball at Masters Academy International (MAI). The conversation delves into Carroll's role in creating a top-tier sports academy poised to be the 'IMG Academy of the North,' which is set to launch in fall 2026. They explore the vision for MAI, discuss its potential impact on the New England basketball landscape, and compare it with existing academies like IMG. Carroll shares insights into his dual roles at Newman School and MAI, and the challenges and opportunities they present. The episode also touches on Carroll's scouting experience with the WNBA's LA Sparks and his thoughts on fostering athletic excellence.

Topics

00:29 Introducing John Carroll and Masters Academy International

01:31 The Vision and Development of Masters Academy

02:32 Challenges and Opportunities in New England Basketball

04:59 The Impact of Masters Academy on Local Talent

15:28 Current Progress and Future Plans for MAI

17:41 Basketball Program Structure and Recruitment

29:33 Balancing Roles at Newman and Masters Academy

32:48 Reflecting on Career Transitions

33:12 Embracing New Opportunities

33:44 Exciting Roles and Experiences

34:54 Newman Basketball Team Insights

35:25 Building a Winning Culture

39:27 Challenges and Changes in Prep School Sports

41:30 Future of Prep School Athletics

45:48 Full Court Press: Basketball Icons and Moments

57:44 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans

Ethan sits down with Clinton Lassiter, the all-time winningest coach in Massachusetts high school basketball history. With co-host Steve Hewitt absent, Fuller explores Lassiter's unique approach to coaching, balancing competitive excellence with genuine care for his players, many of whom face significant personal challenges. Lassiter, who serves as the vice principal and head coach at Cathedral High School, shares his commitment to maintaining a winning culture, navigating obstacles, and providing low-cost opportunities for inner-city youth through his AAU program, the Boston Showstoppers. The discussion also touches on the growth of women's basketball, the importance of role models, and the intrinsic relationship between sports and life skills.

Topics

00:29 Meet Clinton Lassiter

00:51 Coach Lassiter's Fashion and Coaching Philosophy

02:40 Balancing Coaching and Personal Life

03:39 Building a Winning Culture

09:35 Challenges and Rewards of Coaching Inner City Girls

22:32 Overcoming Stereotypes and Representing Boston

30:56 The Importance of Low-Cost Opportunities in Basketball

33:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts