Jeff Clark - Indiana Wesleyan University Men's Basketball Associate Head Coach - Episode 1009
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Jeff Clark is the Men’s Basketball Associate Head Coach at NAIA Indiana Wesleyan University. In his 17 seasons the Wildcats have posted a record of 481-116 which includes 3 NAIA National Championships under Head Coach Greg Tonagel. Indiana Wesleyan has also made 4 NAIA Semifinal Appearances and 10 NAIA Quarterfinal Appearances. Clark serves as the Serves as both the Offensive Coordinator and Recruiting Coordinator and is known as a great coach of people who knows how to lead young men to be the best they can be on and off the court. On this episode Mike & Jeff discuss the transformative power of a coaching philosophy centered around the principles of "I am third" and "fearless." Jeff emphasizes the importance of creating an environment where players prioritize teamwork and selflessness, which ultimately leads to success both on and off the court. Throughout the conversation, Clark shares insights into his own journey from a frustrated player to a passionate coach, highlighting how personal experiences shaped his current approach. The episode also delves into the challenges posed by the modern landscape of college basketball, including the rise of the transfer portal and NIL, and how these factors can threaten team cohesion and culture. Clark’s commitment to fostering deep relationships and a culture of growth within his program shines through, offering valuable lessons for coaches at all levels. Follow us on social media @hoopheadspod on Twitter and Instagram and be sure to check out the Hoop Heads Podcast Network for more great basketball content. Get ready to take some notes as you listen to this episode with Jeff Clark, Men’s Basketball Associate Head Coach at NAIA Indiana Wesleyan University. Website – https://iwuwildcats.com/sports/mens-basketball Email – [email protected] Twitter/X – @IWUHoops Visit our Sponsors! Dr. Dish Basketball Our friends at Dr. Dish Basketball are doing things a little differently this month with $3,000 Off the Dr. Dish Rebel+, $3,000 Off the Dr. Dish All-Stat+, AND $3,000 Off the Dr. Dish CT+ during their first ever Semi-Annual Sales Event. Shop now and have your team more ready for the upcoming season than ever before. Fast Model Sports FastModel Sports has the most compelling and intuitive basketball software out there! In addition to a great product, they also provide basketball coaching content and resources through their blog and playbank, which features over 8,000 free plays and drills from their online coaching community. For access to these plays and more information, visit fastmodelsports.com or follow them on Twitter @FastModel. Use Promo code HHP15 to save 15% GameChanger Introducing GameChanger, a free app that provides you with data to make strategic coaching decisions and to deliver memorable moments to your team and its fans. Engage your players, empower your coaching decisions, and give parents the thrill of watching every play unfold in real time this season. Download GameChanger now on iOS or Android. GameChanger equips your team with the tools they need to succeed. Download it today and make this season one for the...
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