Coach Lacey Campbell
Sonoma County Basketball Podcast
In this episode, I talk with Santa Rosa Junior College Women's Basketball Head Coach, Lacey Campbell. First, we hear how Campbell played sports with her older brothers growing up, being from a small community, her first time in an organized game, and imitiating Michael Jordan moves. Then, Campbell talks about some set backs while playing at Point Arena High School, her father as a coach, the transition to playing at Sonoma State University, and some highlights from her time with the Seawolves. Finally, Campbell discusses becoming the SRJC women's basketball head coach at 22 years old, her...
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Coach Donny Guerinoni
Sonoma County Basketball Podcast
In this episode, I talk with former Analy High School shooting guard, Donny Guerinoni. First, we hear about how Guerinoni was inspired by a Pine Crest Elementary staff member, playing in the fifth quarter for Brookhaven Middle School, and a Michael Jordan VHS his father gave him as a child. Then, Guerinoni talks about his basketball development at Analy High School, how to work on the fundamentals of a conistent jump shot, a humble experience at Snow Valley Basketball School, and standout games, his senior year, in Sonoma County. Finally, Guerinoni discusses playing basketball at West Valley...
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Josh Akognon
Sonoma County Basketball Podcast
In this episode, I talk with former professional basketball player, Josh Akognon. First, we hear about his parents' background and moving to Petaluma, his older brother's influence, and a neighbor who invited Josh to his first basketball camp. Then, Akognon talks about his basketball development while at Casa Grande High School, the night he scored 54 points, his college recruiting process, and playing at Washington State University and California State University, Fullerton. Finally, Akognon discusses when he signed with the Dallas Mavericks, playing on the Nigerian Olympic team, writing two...
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Coach Billy Offill
Sonoma County Basketball Podcast
In this episode, I talk with the Mendocino College Head Basketball Coach, Billy Offill. First, we learn about growing up in West County, Monte Rio Elementary open gyms, and his father and older brother's influence, on the game. Then, Offill talks about summers at the Lavin Basketball Camps, battles in the Sonoma County League, El Molino High School coaches, and his senior year North Coast Section run. Finally, Offill discusses his college playing experience, becoming a college head coach at 25 years old, surprise guests at the Mendocino College gym, and advice for young athletes, parents, and...
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John Florance and the Sonoma Valley High Dragons 1993-94 NCS Championship
Sonoma County Basketball Podcast
In this episode, I talk with Coach John Florance who played on the 1993-94 Sonoma Valley High School North Coast Section championship basketball team. First, Florance tells us how he switched from soccer to basketball at a young age, developing as an athlete in Southern California, and his older brother's infludence on his competitiveness. Then, we hear about his family relocating to Sonoma during his junior year, playing basketball for Sonoma Valley High School coach, Phil Rosemurgy, and the culture of the championship team. Finally, Florance discusses his senior year basketball experience,...
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Coach Tom Mitchell
Sonoma County Basketball Podcast
In this episode, I talk with author, business coach, and former Golden State Warriors' sports psychologist, Tom Mitchell. First, we discuss his older brothers' influence with his obsession for the game of basketball- at a young age, playing high school and college basketball on the East Coast, and how he moved to Sonoma County. Then, Mitchell and I chat about how he became the head coach at Santa Rosa Junior College, we review some of his former student-athletes, and how he became buddies with Chris Mullen. Finally, Mitchell tells us how he got into sports psychology, an event he hosted with...
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Coach Mark Giorgi
Sonoma County Basketball Podcast
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 parent's 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 Basketball 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,...
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Dave Cox
Sonoma County Basketball Podcast
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.
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Manager Brandon Hyde
Sonoma County Basketball Podcast
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.
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Coach Tom Bonfigli
Sonoma County Basketball Podcast
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...
info_outlineIn this episode, I talk with former professional basketball player, Josh Akognon.
First, we hear about his parents' background and moving to Petaluma, his older brother's influence, and a neighbor who invited Josh to his first basketball camp.
Then, Akognon talks about his basketball development while at Casa Grande High School, the night he scored 54 points, his college recruiting process, and playing at Washington State University and California State University, Fullerton.
Finally, Akognon discusses when he signed with the Dallas Mavericks, playing on the Nigerian Olympic team, writing two books about his journey, and advice for young athletes, parents, and coaches.