Ep. 78: Coach Harvey Kitani on Culture, Accountability & Building Winners

In Episode 78 of South Bay Sports Radio, host Nick Ingram sits down with Rolling Hills Prep head basketball coach Harvey Kitani 🏀 for an in-depth conversation on coaching, leadership, and legacy.Coach Kitani reflects on his early passion for basketball, growing up in parks and playing multiple sports, and how those experiences shaped his competitive mindset. He discusses his time at Fairfax High School, where coaching in the City Section helped prepare him for pressure, expectations, and high-stakes moments.Now leading Rolling Hills Prep on the San Pedro campus, Kitani shares what went into his decision to take the head coaching role — including the influence of his children’s education — and the importance of building culture over time. He emphasizes accountability, communication, selflessness, and mental preparation as non-negotiables, while explaining how his coaching philosophy has evolved throughout his career.Beyond wins and championships, Kitani’s focus remains on developing players as people. His goal is for athletes to leave his program understanding teamwork, responsibility, and pride in doing things the right way.📍 Tune in now on Spotify, YouTube, and all major podcast platforms.#SouthBaySportsRadio #Episode78 #HarveyKitani #HighSchoolBasketball #CIFBasketball #CitySection #SouthernSection #PlayerDevelopment #CoachingCulture #SanPedro #RollingHillsPrep #BasketballLife #Leadership #Accountability 🏀🎙️