EPISODE 283: CAMERON HILL

In this episode of the JAMODI Podcast, Trinity University Women’s Basketball head coach Cameron Hill joins the show for a deep, honest conversation about building winning teams, developing confident players, and staying true to your values as a coach.Coach Hill shares practical insights from his 14 seasons at Trinity, including how he approaches recruiting at the Division III level, why retention and fit matter more than hype, and how culture truly lives in the locker room. The conversation dives into player development beyond minutes, why practice matters more than games, and how coaches can help players rediscover confidence when things aren’t going well.You’ll also hear detailed breakdowns of a 12-second shot clock transition drill, thoughts on playing fast with purpose, adapting systems to personnel year-to-year, and why October 15th still matters in college basketball. This episode is packed with wisdom for high school, college, and youth coaches looking to lead with clarity, humility, and consistency.Whether you’re navigating recruiting, managing parent conversations, or trying to create an environment where players overachieve, this episode delivers real, usable coaching perspective 🏀Topics Covered🏀 Creating a strong culture that lasts beyond one season🏀 Recruiting for fit, retention, and the full college experience🏀 Why development should never be confused with playing time🏀 Building confidence through honesty, choice, and clarity🏀 The value of practice minutes over game minutes🏀 Teaching players to stay poised under shot-clock pressure🏀 Adapting offensive and defensive systems to personnel🏀 Leadership, responsibility, and serving players as a head coach🏀 Balancing coaching, family, and long-term fulfillmentAbout the GuestCameron Hill is the head women’s basketball coach at Trinity University, entering his 14th season leading the Tigers. A Trinity alumnus, Coach Hill has built one of the most consistent programs in Division III by focusing on culture, adaptability, and the total student-athlete experience. His teams are known for playing fast, defending with purpose, and developing players both on and off the court.🎧|🎥  JAMODI PODCAST💪🏻 Powered by:  Ballogy | Shoot 360 DFW | Sideline Interactive