Season 2, Episode 2 | Coach Tre Collins – Building Culture at Meridian High

In this episode of the Discipleship Hoops Podcast, we sit down with Coach Tre Collins, Head Girls Basketball Coach at Meridian High School.

After taking over the program and stepping into high expectations, Coach Collins shares what it really takes to build culture, develop young women, and lead with consistency in one of Mississippi’s toughest basketball environments.

We talk about:

- Establishing standards inside the locker room
- Developing confidence and accountability in players
- Navigating parent pressure and outside noise
- The state of Mississippi girls basketball
- Leading with faith and values in today’s sports culture

This is a real conversation about leadership, responsibility, and raising the standard in youth sports.

If you’re a coach, parent, or athlete — this one will challenge and encourage you.

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Season 2 – Episode 1 | Solo Kickoff: Let’s Talk Youth Sports Culture Season 2 is here — and we’re starting with a real conversation.

In this solo episode, I dive into three topics that every coach, parent, and athlete needs to hear:

The Culture of Youth Sports: Are we building character… or just chasing trophies?

Family Fanatics Behind the Benches: When does support turn into pressure? And how do we protect our kids from the noise?

Does AAU Alone Lead to College Scholarships? The hard truth about exposure, development, and what really separates athletes at the next level.

This episode sets the tone for Season 2, honest conversations about leadership, accountability, and raising the standard in youth sports. If you care about the future of the game, this one is for you.

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Let’s build leaders through the game!

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Guest: Thelissa Norwood – Sports Program Coordinator, City of Richland, MS

In our season finale, we sit down with a powerhouse in Mississippi youth sports — Thelissa Norwood, Sports Program Coordinator for the City of Richland. With a deep love for community and a passion for developing young athletes, Thelissa has been a driving force behind youth basketball, mentorship, and leadership in central Mississippi.

From organizing impactful leagues to championing her daughter — a standout player and future star — Thelissa’s story is full of heart, hustle, and hope.

In this episode:

The role of community in shaping athletes

Her journey as a leader in youth sports

How she balances being a mother and mentor

Vision for Richland athletics and Mississippi basketball

Encouragement for parents, coaches, and players

You’ll walk away inspired by her story and the legacy she’s building for the next generation.

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Guest: Yusef Fitzgerald – Athletic Director, The Piney Woods School

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Coach Yusef Fitzgerald, a respected leader, mentor, and visionary athletic director at one of the most historic schools in America—The Piney Woods School. From his journey through Mississippi basketball to shaping character and excellence on and off the court, Coach Fitzgerald talks legacy, leadership, and the heart behind building athletes who lead with purpose.

Topics Covered:

The mission and legacy of Piney Woods

What makes coaching in Mississippi unique

Faith, mentorship, and long-term impact

Player development and student-athlete success

Advice for coaches and young leaders

Tune in to hear Coach Fitzgerald’s wisdom, passion, and how he's making a difference through sport and discipleship.

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In this powerful episode of the Discipleship Hoops Podcast, we sit down with Coach Chris Parker, head boys basketball coach at Terry High School and proud Terry native. Coach Parker shares his deep passion for developing young men both on and off the court, returning home to lead the next generation of athletes where his own journey began.

From playing days in the 601 to building a culture of discipline and faith at Terry High

Insight on coaching identity, team building, and character-driven leadership

The state of Mississippi basketball and how coaches can shape community

Coach Parker opens up about the challenges, the growth, and the vision that drives him as he leads a new era at Terry. Whether you're a player, coach, or parent—this episode will inspire and challenge you to think about what really matters in youth sports.

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