Zack Thomsen - Frostburg State University Men's Basketball Head Coach - Episode 1121

Zack Thomsen is entering his third season as the Head Men’s Basketball Coach at DII Frostburg State University. Thomsen increased the Bobcats’ win total by 9 in his second year. Thomsen came to Frostburg having been the head coach at the State University of New York at Delhi for seven seasons. During his tenure, he compiled 123 total wins, including reaching at least 20 victories in each of the past three seasons. While at Delhi, Thomsen was named conference coach of the year three times and helped oversee the school's transition from USCAA and NAIA to full-fledged NCAA Division III members. Prior to SUNY Delhi, Thomsen spent time in the region as an assistant at Shepherd University, Le Moyne College and Onondaga Community College. Thomsen played his college basketball at West Virginia Institute of Technology where he was a team captain and earned Mid-South Academic All-Conference recognition.On this episode Mike & Zack discuss the critical importance of winning the possession battle, which encompasses securing more offensive rebounds than the opponent and minimizing turnovers. Thomsen also emphasizes the necessity of cultivating a competitive spirit within the team and fostering an environment conducive to player development. Throughout our discussion, we delve into Thomsen's coaching philosophy, specifically his strategic approach to practice design, which prioritizes live play and competitive drills to enhance skill acquisition. Additionally, Tomsen reflects on his journey in coaching, from his formative experiences as a player to his current role, underscoring the significance of recruiting players who embody the desired mentality and character of his program. Ultimately, this episode provides valuable insights into the multifaceted nature of coaching at the collegiate level and the ongoing pursuit of excellence within the realm of basketball.Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @hoopheadspod for the latest updates on episodes, guests, and events from the Hoop Heads Pod.Make sure you’re subscribed to the Hoop Heads Pod on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts and while you’re there please leave us a 5 star rating and review. Your ratings help your friends and coaching colleagues find the show. If you really love what you’re hearing recommend the Hoop Heads Pod to someone and get them to join you as a part of Hoop Heads Nation.You’ll want to have a notebook handy as you listen to this episode with Zack Thomsen, Head Men’s Basketball Coach at Frostburg State University. Website – https://frostburgsports.com/sports/mens-basketballEmail – [email protected] - https://www.instagram.com/coachzthomsen/Visit our Sponsors!Give With HoopsGive With Hoops is a groundbreaking initiative that fuses basketball analytics with modern sponsorship. Built for teams who see data as opportunity, from AAU programs to college powerhouses. By tying on-court performance directly to community and sponsor engagement, Give With Hoops help programs raise more while deepening support from those who believe in the game.D3 Direct Recruiting PlaybookHoop Heads Listeners currently get 25% off!Your step-by-step guide to getting recruited as a college athlete at the NCAA Division 3 level. This course is designed by former D3 Athletes to take you from zero interest from college coaches to securing your first offer and putting you on the path to committing.The Coaching PortfolioYour first impression is everything when applying for a new coaching job. A professional coaching portfolio is the tool that highlights your coaching achievements and philosophies and, most of all, helps separate you and your abilities from the other applicants. Special Price of just $25 for all Hoop Heads Listeners.Wealth4CoachesEmpowering athletic coaches with financial education, strategic planning, and practical tools to build lasting wealth—on and off the court.If you listen to and love the Hoop Heads Podcast, please consider giving us a small tip that will help in our quest to become the #1 basketball coaching podcast. https://hoop-heads.captivate.fm/supportTwitter/X Podcast - @hoopheadspodMike - @hdstarthoopsJason - @jsunkleInstagram@hoopheadspodFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/hoopheadspod/YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDoVTtvpgwwOVL4QVswqMLQ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.