Steve and Ethan sit down with Kenya Jones, head coach of the Brooks School's basketball team, fresh off their Class B Championship win. The conversation delves into the thrilling journey to the championship, including Alex Wilkins's game-winning shot, the team's emotional rollercoaster season, and the contributions of key players. Additionally, they discuss the strong community support at Brooks School and the future of the team. The episode wraps up with a fun segment of 'Full Court Press' where the hosts and Kenya Jones share their favorite highlights in basketball history, including memorable dunks, buzzer-beaters, and steals.
Topics
00:27 Introducing Special Guest: Coach Kenya Jones
01:18 Reflecting on the Championship Win
02:39 Overcoming Adversity Throughout the Season
04:28 The Emotional Journey and Key Moments
10:49 The Impact of Alex Wilkins
22:49 The Team Effort Behind the Victory
25:55 Community Support and School Spirit
27:22 Phenomenal Kids and Supportive Community
28:00 Challenging Road Games and Team Resilience
29:31 Planning for Next Season
30:48 Reflecting on Key Players and Team Dynamics
32:35 Full Court Press: Fun Q&A Segment
33:40 Memorable Dunks and Dunkers
38:33 Iconic Buzzer Beaters
42:55 Greatest Steals in Basketball History
47:00 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts
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