Coach Alvarado has a chance to catch up with his friend Rick Cabrera, the Head Men's Basketball Coach at Northwestern State University. They speak about Rick's journey, what defines a successful coaching career, FAMILY, his father being a LEGEND in the Dominican Republic, and much much more!!!

On Episode 53, Coach Alvarado had a conversation with Drew Maddux on leadership, his journey, as well as his trick shots!!! Be sure to check it out on Youtube as well!!!

On this episode we dive into the unique perspective of a father who coached his sons in high school, as well as the perspectives of his two sons who are now both coaches.

Episode 51 is out NOW!!! I had such a fun time talking with Coach Gabe Lazo and Coach Raul Placeres!!! These guys are ELITE COLLEGE COACHES!!! Raul Placeres: Head Coach Maryville College Gabe Lazo: Assistant at the University of Tennessee Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, & SoundCloud!!! LIKE | SHARE | SUBSCRIBE #CCMA

The LEGENDARY Frank Martin from the University of Massachusetts joins Coach Alvarado on Episode 50 of Coaching Connections. Coach Martin talks about influential coaches he has had in his life and career, discussions on leadership, and so much more. Be sure to like, share and subscribe to the channel. Audio version also available on Apple Podcasts.

Coach Collazo shares his journey to become a head high school basketball coach. He had a successful first season as a head coach, but upon news that the school would be closing at the end of the school year, Coach Collazo does a great job of keeping his team locked in on their goals, as well as prepare for his future. So what is next for Coach Collazo? Find out on Episode 49

A Championship conversation between two State Championship coaches!!!

Coaching Connections with Marcus Alvarado Episode 47: Lucas Ramirez & Omar Sanchez (LABC EDITION) Coach’s Office: Ernest Lopez & John Hirst On this episode we spent time in Phoenix for Final Four weekend. We had a blast at the NABC Convention and had the opportunity to connect with my friends from the LABC at the annual Final 4 Luncheon. I got to interview my guy Lucas Ramirez from Phoenix as well as my guy Omar Sanchez from California. Both great coaches but even better people. On The Coach’s Office segment, Coach Ernest Lopez interviewed Coach John Hirst, who has his own Final Four tradition of his own. He dropped so many coaching gems, you do not want to miss it!!! LIKE - SHARE - SUBSCRIBE THANK YOU!!!

On this episode of CCWMA, I brought back the very first guest I ever had on the show, except this time, with NO MORE INTERNET VIDEO CALLS to do the interview. We had the opportunity to speak to Coach Clark in his element and see what he is passionate about outside of the gym walls. On The Coach’s Office segment of the show, I had Coach Ernest Lopez, the head girls basketball coach at McCollum High School, stop by. We discussed the powerful influence college women’s basketball is having on the game, the Spurs, and of course, WEMBY!!! I am so glad to be back!!! Be sure to LIKE, SHARE, AND SUBSCRIBE!!!

On the very first Episode of Season 2, I had the distinct pleasure to speak to Coach Chuck Martin, Assist Coach at South Carolina!!! Chuck has had an amazing journey though the profession. We discussed everything from coaching though the pandemic to working with legendary coaches like Frank Martin and John Calipari. I am extremely grateful for his time and powerful insight!!!

ALAN STEIN JR!!!! Alan is a professional keynote speaker and the author of the amazing book “Raise You Game: High-Performance Secrets from the Best of the Best.” On Episode 42 I had a chance to sit and speak with Alan. We discussed an array of topics such as leading through the global pandemic, traits of successful people, the importance of taking care of yourself and leading a healthy lifestyle, why the GREAT ONES put on so much emphasis on the basics, and much much more!!! I am grateful for Alan’s time and the immense amount of knowledge he dropped on this episode. Enjoy!!!

On Episode 41, I had a chance to sit and speak with Coach Mike Balado, Head Men’s Basketball Coach at Arkansas State University. We had an amazing conversation speaking about his childhood, family, his journey, working through this new normal, working under a hall of fame coach like Rick Pitino, his love for wrestling, and much much more!!! You absolutely do not want to miss this episode. Also, do yourself a favor and youtube Mike Balado and Memphis Wrestling and it will not disappoint!!!

On Episode 40 I had a chance to sit and talk to Coach Cavin Leonard of John Jay High School in San Antonio, Texas and Coach Lucas Ramirez of Saguaro High School in Scottsdale, Arizona.

On episode 39 I had a chance to sit and talk to two outstanding men in the profession. Coach McHone and Coach Molina have been in the profession for several years and are definitely well respected veterans in the game. Coach McHone is the head boys coach at Boerne High School and Coach Molina is the head boys coach at Harlingen South. Both coaches have a strong pedigree when it comes to coaching basketball. Coach McHone’s father coached at the high major division I level at places like Florida State, as well as spending many years coaching with the San Antonio Spurs. Coach Molina’s father has over 500 wins in Texas High School basketball and is in the Texas Coaching Hall of Fame. We had a great conversation that you do not want to miss. A lot of gems in this episode for younger coaches. Be sure to watch and SHARE!!!

On Episode 38, I had a chance to sit and speak with Andre Owens, Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach at Sam Houston State University. Coach Owens spent some time as a head coach, played collegiately at The University of Texas at San Antonio, played professionally in Germany and Turkey, and has had a journey full of valuable life lesson which he passes along to his athletes. He also names his top 3 basketball movies of all time, his all time starting five, and his starting 5 comprised of current NBA players. Enjoy!!!

Coaching Connections - Episode 37 - Tommy Strine by Marcus Alvarado

Coaching Connections: Episode 36 - Antonio Daniels On Episode 36 I had a chance to sit with a 13-year NBA veteran, former #4 draft pick in the NBA Draft, NBA Champion, and now Color Analyst for the New Orleans Pelicans for Fox Sports, Mr. Antonio Daniels. Our conversation covered his childhood, major influences in his life which included his mother and brother. We also discussed coaches that have had powerful influences in his life, his favorite basketball memories, what it means to utilize his platform to speak on important social issues, what makes great coaches great, and much much more! This is an episode you do not want to miss. Enjoy!!!

Coaching Connections: Episode 35 - Mercedes Jorge I had the chance to sit and speak with Coach Mercedes Jorge! She is the Director of Basketball Operations for Presbyterian College. We had a great conversation and she gave a lot of valuable insight for young coaches trying to get into the college ranks. We spoke about her childhood, playing career, coaching journey thus far, impactful moments in her career, and why the Spurs are her favorite NBA team!!! Enjoy!!!

Coaching Connections - Episode 34 - Robert Bell & Joseph Fabian by Marcus Alvarado

Coaching Connections: Episode 33 - Mike Lopez On episode 33 I had a chance to catch up with Mike Lopez, Head Coach/Athletic Director at Sunnybrook in San Antonio, Texas. Coach Lopez also is the host of the Creative Coaching Podcast, and recently just released his Player’s First Podcast, both of which are found on Apple Podcasts. We discussed his shows, his coaching journey, childhood, some impactful moments in his career, and some important childhood memories related to family and the game of basketball. I hope you enjoy!!!