The second part of our special National High School Invitational series brings you more on-the-ground conversations recorded in Cary, North Carolina. This premier event once again showcased elite talent and exceptional coaching from across the country.

This week, we continue our series with five more outstanding high school coaches who led their teams at NHSI 2025:

• Andy Wise – Corona High School (CA)
• Benji Medure – Huntington Beach High School (CA)
• Joe Weber – Christopher Columbus High School (FL)
• Matt Rovantini – Poly Prep (NY)
• Rod Whitesell – Holly Springs High School (NC)

These coaches reflect on the NHSI experience, discuss program-building strategies, and talk about preparing their players for top-level competition while representing their school and community on the national stage.

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