Chris Jones has been coaching for decades, with most of his time at the college level with the University of Utah, Utah State, and Westminster.
He also coached professionally in England and now coaches the Highland Rams high school team in Salt Lake City.
Highland made it to the state championship this last season and Coach Jones shares his experience and knowledge about the game of basketball, coaching, and the lessons that come from this beautiful game.
Coach Jones shares the hard truths and proud victories from a decades-long career that’s impacted generations of athletes.
🎙 Whether you’re a coach, player, or just love the game — this conversation is full of wisdom, stories, and Utah basketball history.
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:52 Passion to Teach
2:34 Accountability vs Relationships
6:48 Playing the "Right Way"
10:20 Coaching College vs High School
15:51 College Recruiting Process
17:00 Getting on Recruiters' Radar
20:22 Realities of Playing in College
24:15 Highlights of Last Season
30:15 Winning Mentality
33:43 Tell The Truth
40:50 What is Coach Learning Now
46:35 Moving to Coach High School
51:29 Excitement for This Year
54:45 Close Games or Blow Outs
56:43 Coaching Influences
59:27 Rick Majerus Story
1:05:56 Rylan Jones Story
1:20:57 How to Play More
1:22:51 Time Machine Advice
1:23:49 Highland Program Legacy
1:27:23 Thanks all around
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