Episode #158: John Baines

This week I’m joined by John Baines, head men’s basketball coach at Elmhurst University, one of the premier Division III basketball programs in the country. During his time leading the Bluejays, Coach Baines has built a nationally respected program in the CCIW, leading Elmhurst to multiple NCAA Tournament appearances, conference championships, and a run to the 2022 NCAA Division III National Championship game after a historic Final Four season. But what stands out most about Coach Baines is not just the winning. It’s the way he builds people. In this conversation we discuss: • Developing toughness and resilience in players • Building leadership inside a team • Practice design and daily standards • Managing emotional momentum during games • Teaching accountability and responsibility • Why telling players the truth matters This episode is packed with insight for coaches, athletic directors, and leaders who care about building strong cultures and developing young people through sport. To learn more about Coach Baines and his career at Elmhurst, visit: https://elmhurstbluejays.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/coaches/john-baines/1092 For blogs, books, recruiting resources, and speaking opportunities visit: coachmattrogers.com And make sure to come back Monday for Part II of this conversation, where Coach Baines and I tackle the world of college basketball recruiting. Send us Fan Mail Significant Recruiting: The Playbook for Prospective College Athletes Don't rely on mere chance. Be significant with your future. The easy 12-step book to owning your college recruitment. Get your copy here at Amazon.com Also, check out the companion workbooks The Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball Recruit's Journals at coachmattrogers.com or amazon.com. Support the show 📰 Join my Recruiting and Coaching Community and get my FREE Weekly Newsletter at coachmattrogers.com 📆 Need help with your children's college recruiting needs? Schedule your FREE Discovery Call to discuss working together: Schedule FREE Recruiting Session 🎤 Does your school or organization need help with Recruiting Realities and College Athletics Education? Schedule your FREE Discovery Call to discuss bringing Coach Matt to speak: Schedule FREE Speaker Discovery Call 📚 Do you want to handle your college recruiting on your own but would like a plan to follow? Click HERE to get your copy of the Significant Recruiting Playbook and your Sport Specific Recruit's Journal for baseball, basketball, soccer, softball and volleyball. 📺 Do you wish their was an inexpensive, simple step-by-step recruiting class series you could follow? Click HERE to get full access to the Significant Recruiting Launchpad.