Episode Summary:

In this powerful episode, Ashley Roberts sits down with Jeremie Hart, Assistant Coach and Recruiting Coordinator at SMU, to talk all things player development, adversity, and recruiting.

Jeremie shares how his own setbacks shaped his career — and what parents need to understand about their role in the process.From overcoming personal challenges to finding his purpose through coaching, Jeremie breaks down the difference between training and true development, how faith and hard work go hand-in-hand, and why resilience is missing in today’s athletes.

Whether you're a parent, coach, or athlete — this episode is packed with lessons that go far beyond basketball.

Key Takeaways:

- Adversity is part of development: Don’t protect your athlete from every challenge.

- Coaches are watching parents too: Your sideline behavior matters more than you think.

- Player development is more than drills: It’s about mindset, consistency, and patience.

- Coaching should be purpose-driven: Integrity, value, and long-term growth always win.Stay in your lane: Everyone’s path is different — and that’s okay.