The Discipleship Hoops Podcast

Season 2, Episode 10 of the Discipleship Hoops Podcast features Coach Boomer Roberts, head men’s basketball coach at Belhaven University, in a powerful Season 2 finale conversation centered around leadership, culture, discipline, and purpose.In this episode, Coach Roberts shares his perspective on what it truly takes to build a successful basketball program in today’s culture, not just through talent, but through accountability, structure, development, and leadership that extends far beyond the court.This is more than “coach speak.”It’s a real conversation about building men, building culture, and building programs the right way.We discuss:- Building culture at the college level- What today’s athletes are missing- Recruiting beyond talent and highlights- Leadership, accountability, and discipline- Developing men before developing players- The importance of purpose and passion in coaching- How basketball can shape character and lifeCoach Roberts brings honesty, wisdom, and experience from years of coaching and program building, making this a valuable conversation for athletes, parents, coaches, and leaders alike.Thank you to everyone who supported Season 2 of the Discipleship Hoops Podcast.Subscribe, share, and help us continue building leaders through the game.For sponsorship opportunities and partnerships, visit our website.Discipleship Hoops PodcastSupport the show

Season 2, Episode 9 of the Discipleship Hoops Podcast is a solo episode centered around a powerful principle:“Honor the Game and the Game Will Honor You.”In this episode, I dive into what it truly means to respect basketball the right way — through discipline, preparation, consistency, sacrifice, and mindset.This conversation goes beyond wins, highlights, and exposure. It’s about understanding how the game can shape your character, open doors, build relationships, and impact your life both on and off the court when you approach it the right way.We discuss:Why discipline still matters in today’s basketball culture The importance of preparation and daily habits How the game exposes weak mindsets and poor habits What it means to truly respect the process How basketball can create opportunities far beyond the court Why today’s athletes are chasing attention instead of development The life lessons basketball teaches when honored correctlyThis episode is for athletes, parents, coaches, and anyone who understands that basketball is bigger than just the game itself.If you honor the game the right way, the game has a way of giving back.Subscribe, share, and help us continue building leaders through the game.For sponsorship opportunities and partnerships, visit our website.Discipleship Hoops PodcastHebrews 12:11Support the show

Season 2, Episode 8 of the Discipleship Hoops Podcast features a special family conversation with Neal Broome and his twin sons, Max and Miles.This episode is about more than basketball.From Neal’s journey playing at Southern Miss to now raising and developing two young athletes with discipline, structure, and accountability, this conversation dives deep into fatherhood, leadership, sacrifice, and what it truly means to build young men the right way.In this episode, we discuss:Balancing fatherhood and player development Raising athletes in today’s youth sports culture Discipline, accountability, and habits at home What separates athletes who grow from those who stay the same The importance of structure, sacrifice, and consistency Building confidence and character beyond basketballThis is a powerful conversation for parents, coaches, and athletes who care about long-term development both on and off the court.If you believe in building leaders through the game, this episode is for you.Subscribe, share, and help us continue impacting the next generation through basketball, leadership, and discipleship.For sponsorship opportunities and partnerships, visit our website.Discipleship Hoops PodcastSupport the show

Season 2, Episode 7 of the Discipleship Hoops Podcast is a solo episode focused on one of the biggest issues in today’s youth sports culture:“The Truth About Why Most Athletes Never Make It.”In this episode, we take an honest look at the current state of youth basketball, AAU culture, player development, discipline, mindset, and the habits that separate athletes who succeed from those who fall short.This conversation is not about tearing athletes down — it’s about bringing awareness to what truly matters if players want to reach the next level.We discuss:Why exposure without development does not work The lack of consistency hurting today’s athletes Why mindset and discipline matter more than talent The difference between playing games and actual skill development What parents are getting wrong in youth sports What truly separates athletes who make itThis episode is for athletes, parents, coaches, and anyone serious about long-term development and leadership through sports.Subscribe, share, and help us continue building leaders through the game.For sponsorship opportunities and partnerships, visit our website.Discipleship Hoops PodcastSupport the show

Season 2, Episode 6 of the Discipleship Hoops Podcast features Coach LaDarrien Evans, Head Basketball Coach at St. Joseph Catholic School Greenville.In this episode, we sit down with a coach who has come full circle — from once being a player in the program to now leading it. Coach Evans shares his journey, the lessons he’s carried with him, and what it means to take ownership of something you were once a part of.We discuss:- Building culture from within the program- The transition from player to coach and leader- Holding players accountable and raising the standard- Developing young athletes on and off the court- The responsibility of leading the next generationThis is a conversation about growth, leadership, and doing things the right way.If you’re a coach, parent, or athlete who cares about development and building something that lasts, this episode is for you.Subscribe, share, and help us continue building leaders through the game.For sponsorship opportunities and partnerships, visit our website.Discipleship Hoops PodcastSupport the show

Season 2, Episode 5 of the Discipleship Hoops Podcast features Coach Andrew Mitchell.In this episode, we sit down for a real conversation about leadership, development, and what it takes to build a program the right way in today’s game. Coach Mitchell shares his perspective on coaching with purpose, holding players accountable, and developing young athletes beyond just basketball.We discuss:- Building a strong culture within a program- Leadership and accountability in today’s athletes- Developing players on and off the court- The mindset required to grow and compete at a high level- What it takes to build something that lastsThis episode is for coaches, parents, and athletes who care about discipline, growth, and doing things the right way.If you’re serious about development and leadership, this conversation will challenge you.Subscribe, share, and help us continue building leaders through the game.For sponsorship opportunities and partnerships, visit our website.Discipleship Hoops PodcastSupport the show

Season 2, Episode 4 of the Discipleship Hoops Podcast features Coach Gerald Cornelius, Head Basketball Coach for Victors Homeschool Sports.This episode is different!Coach Cornelius is a full-time working man, a father coaching his own sons, and a leader building a program the right way in the homeschool basketball space. This conversation is about commitment, sacrifice, and showing up consistently, even when it’s not convenient.In this episode, we talk about:- Balancing work, family, and coaching- Leading and coaching your own children- Building structure and discipline in a non-traditional system- What it really means to develop young men through the game- Doing the work when nobody is watchingThis is a conversation for coaches, parents, and anyone trying to lead their family and community the right way. If you believe in discipline, accountability, and building something that lasts, this episode will speak to you.Subscribe, share, and help us continue building leaders through the game.For sponsorship opportunities and partnerships, visit our website.www.jimmiellucas.comDiscipleship Hoops PodcastSupport the show

Season 2, Episode 3 of the Discipleship Hoops Podcast features Coach Chris Goodman, Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach at Hartfield Academy. After coaching at Jackson Prep and East Rankin Academy, Coach Goodman stepped into the head coaching role at Hartfield following legendary coach Bill Ball after two years being his assistant. In this episode, he shares what it takes to lead a program with a strong tradition while building your own identity as a coach. We discuss: - Building and sustaining a winning culture - Developing young men on and off the court - Leading through pressure and expectations - Following a legacy while creating your own standard If you are a coach, parent, or athlete who cares about leadership, culture, and development, this episode is for you. Subscribe, share, and help us continue building leaders through the game. For sponsorship opportunities and partnerships, visit our website. Discipleship Hoops PodcastSupport the show

Season 2, Episode 2 | Coach Tre Collins – Building Culture at Meridian HighIn this episode of the Discipleship Hoops Podcast, we sit down with Coach Tre Collins, Head Girls Basketball Coach at Meridian High School.After taking over the program and stepping into high expectations, Coach Collins shares what it really takes to build culture, develop young women, and lead with consistency in one of Mississippi’s toughest basketball environments.We talk about:- Establishing standards inside the locker room- Developing confidence and accountability in players- Navigating parent pressure and outside noise- The state of Mississippi girls basketball- Leading with faith and values in today’s sports cultureThis is a real conversation about leadership, responsibility, and raising the standard in youth sports.If you’re a coach, parent, or athlete — this one will challenge and encourage you.Like, Subscribe, Share with someone who needs it.Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Visit www.jimmiellucas.com to learn more and partner with the mission.#DiscipleshipHoopsPodcast #CoachTreCollins #MeridianBasketball #GirlsHoops #MississippiBasketball #YouthSportsCulture #LeadershipThroughSportsSupport the show