The Bryan Turner Basketball Podcast

A Coach’s Perspective with Randy Byrd. In this episode, we sit down with Randy Byrd, a post player Coach who has taught kids how to play basketball for years. We discuss his upbringing and his college and pro career, as well as life after basketball. Tune in to hear his insights on what it takes to be a successful basketball coach and how he helps young players develop their skills on the Bryan Tu...

In this podcast episode, we explore the transformative power of the 5 Minute Journal. With just five minutes a day, this journal can help you unlock your best self and transform your life. We'll take a deep dive into the journal's unique prompts and exercises, and show you how to use them to cultivate gratitude, mindfulness, and positivity. Whether you're looking to boost your produ...

Ja Morant is Out of Control. The Grizzlies star was caught on video waving a gun at a nightclub. He has been suspended indefinitely and his coach said he has made "poor choices" This is unacceptable behavior for an NBA player and a role model for young fans. In this Episode we discuss how he should be ashamed of himself and his actions. Do you agree? Let us discuss.  Follow on: Bryan Tur...

Do you want to know how AI software can help you as an athlete or a student? Do you want to learn about the pros and cons of using AI software for sports and education? If so, this podcast episode is for you! In this episode, I will talk about the benefits of using AI software for athletes and students, such as improving performance, providing coaching and insights, assisting in physical training,...

In this episode of the Bryan Turner Basketball Podcast, we provide basketball strategies and tips on getting back on the grind and achieving success. Sometimes life gets in the way of a lot of things. Having someone help you through this process can be key. Learn achievable goals, break down task, prioritize activities and more in this brand new episode. Follow on:  Bryan Turner - @Coach. Bryan. T...

As a Coach I'm often asked, why is it important to stick together in 2023? And the answer is simple. You can get so much more accomplished if you you just stick it out. A tighter bond is hard to break when you stick together. I am working with my basketball team in 2022 to used this approach more than ever. It takes faith, hope, belief and understanding to stick together. Checkout my video so...

When thinking of Ambassadors of Basketball in St. Louis, a key name that stands out above so many is Legend Anthony Bonner. Anthony Bonner’s successful professional basketball career was molded right here in St. Louis. A St. Louis native, Bonner prepped at Vashon High School. The USA Today All-America honoree helped the Wolverines to a pair of Missouri Class 4A state championships. He averaged 14....

Giving roses can sometimes mean honoring someone. In this episodes, I wanted to give roses to the youth. In particular a young man by the name of Rahjon Williams. Rahjon is a 13 year old kid out of Chicago IL playing travel baseball but has an old soul with his approach to playing youth sports.  When you think of Chicago the first thing that may come to mind is a basketball town. After speaking wi...

Working out and being able to maintain a healthy lifestyles has always separated top players from average players. Inspired by Michael Jordan's athletic tranier Tim Grover, Michael Sutherland is one of the top basketball trainers around. He helps all athletes but has a great wealth of knowledge when it comes to basketball. A D1 guard from Southeast Missouri State, Sutherland stop by the podca...

Congratulations to the Podcast we've reached Episode 50 with my college coach Tim Gray the long time men's basketball coach and athletic director at Mineral Area.  After leading the Cardinals to five MCCAC Championships and one Region 16 title, he retired from coaching in 2004 with a head coaching record of 421-196. Gray served as athletic director at Mineral Area College from 2004-2011....

Proactive vs Reactive is a great way to explain my feelings after watching the new Netflix documentary the Redeem Team on Kobe Bryant. Both Shaq and Kobe still inspiring this Generation. Kobe Bryant from the doc Redeem Team and Shaq on the podcast Drink Champs.   Using unprecedented Olympic footage and behind-the-scenes material, The Redeem Team tells the story of the US Olympic Men's Basketb...

Coaches, I was inspired to make this short episode because someone shared a clip of the a football coach talking about securing a legacy where it counts the most and around the people that truly care about you. So many times we get caught up chasing career titles and sports championships and not really taking the time to reflect on other people that you may impact during that chase.  Continue to w...

BRITTNEY GRINER is an american basketball player for the WNBA and she was convicted and sentence 9 years on August 4th in Russia courts. This situation is so sad but we all can used this as a teachable moment for our young athletes. Brittney Griner is a superstar that is getting treated unfair in the eyes of a lot of people.  Listen to the newest podcast as Coach Turner breaks down her situation....

Eating healthy like the rock for a day means taking your diet serious as the young person you are. Too many top athletes and adults today do not have a clue about how important healthy eating choices help performances.  Try eating healthy like Dwayne the "Rock" Johnson for a day and see if you will improve your performance like the him. In this video I touch on some of the things you can...

NBA Finals Recap with Special Guest Nelly and PA. Game 2 was a blowout and we want to discuss the Warriors' Game 2 Finals win over Celtics. The Warriors defense was the story of the game. Draymond was a man amongst boys and more. Use code COACHTURNER for $20 off your first SeatGeek order: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/team... Follow on: Lanell "Nelly Nell" Turner (Facebook) CEO o...

Why is Jayson Tatum the GOAT? Lets ask some fans that saw the Boston Celtics Forward grow up in the University City Neighborhood of St. Louis MO.  In this episode we talk with U-City Alumni Lanell "Nelly Nell" Turner & Podcast Hosts Chris "PA" Williams on why Jayson Tatum is on his way to being the GOAT of the NBA. These guys saw him in grade school, high school and college...

A Champions DNA is not based off talent alone. Coach Ryan Johnson of Cardinal Ritter a testament to that. As a player at CBC he has tasted success and now he is doing the same as one of the top high school coaches in the country.  He was able to harness and coach that mental toughness and determination in his teams to help them win back to back Missouri State Championships in 2020 and 2021.  In th...

Renaissance mancave mindset has no limits. Fred "Smoooth" is a renaissance man that brings so many talents together. Over the years, his love of sports inspired him to developed 3 successful internet sports talk shows and inspire so many more. This episode, we discuss all his differenct talents, mindset, and inspiration to continue to bring people together to discuss sports and life. Tak...

Are coaches teaching manhood moments to our students- atheltes? Some of our youth have no idea of what is expected of them as young men. Where are we taking our social queues from: the people who we look up to?  In this episode, I wanted to share the message that Fathers are Needed in the lives of young people.  Manhood moments are those moments when a man gives you advice, his expertise or a chea...

Name,  image, likeness deals can now turn college success in sports into cash in athletes pockets with the new NCAA rule. The NCAA has never before allowed student athletes a chance to make money off their name, image or likeness. Those deals are called NIL for short, and it seems that college sports are in a new age.    Listen to this new episode as Coach Turner breaks down the pros and cons with...

The 2022 Basketball Transfer Portal is kicking into full gear and while we still wait on the bulk of the high majors to put their names into the portal, some parents and players think this applies to high school and youth basketball in the summer of 2022.  Checkout the lastest episode with Nike Elite Coach Brandon Gilmore. Coach Gilmore has spent the last 14 years coaching some of the top players...

A day in the life of a D1 basketball player in 2022 is not easy. Basketball players only have time to study & practice basketball before they have to get up early and do it all over again. Listen while I talk with St. Louis University basketball star Yuri Collins as he talks about his life's on and off the court preparation at the D1 level.   Follow:  Yuri Collins  @Unknownycofficial (Ins...

Crazy basketball parents are ruining youth sports in 2022. The days are gone when parents sit quietly and come to games just out of mere enjoyment and support of their kids. The youth are not only listening to everything these parents say, but they watch every move that gets made.  Now days we see so many crazy parents in youth basketball.  In this episode we sit and talk to Sumner High School Leg...

Chip Smith is an artist, photographer, businessman and owner of Cross Grand Studios. Cross Grand is a creative agency offering photography, videography, event planning services and sport recruitment packages. In this bonus episode, we talk March Madness, life and digital media. Chip has so much to offer when it comes to social media for business and athletes and he tells us how he can help push th...

March Madness is one of the biggest, most exciting and fun events in all of sports. The NCAA Division I men’s basketball tournament is a single-elimination tournament of 68 teams that compete in seven rounds for the national championship.   This is the March Madness episode with my college teammate Stetson Hairston on the call-in. He is very well know in the tournament because he is one of the mos...