Chris Jones has been coaching for decades, with most of his time at the college level with the University of Utah, Utah State, and Westminster. He also coached professionally in England and now coaches the Highland Rams high school team in Salt Lake City. Highland made it to the state championship this last season and Coach Jones shares his experience and knowledge about the game of basketball, coaching, and the lessons that come from this beautiful game. Coach Jones shares the hard truths and proud victories from a decades-long career that’s impacted generations of athletes.🎙 Whether you’re a coach, player, or just love the game — this conversation is full of wisdom, stories, and Utah basketball history.Be sure to check follow the Highland Rams Instagram page:https://www.instagram.com/highlandramsbasketball/Please consider following us on social:https://www.youtube.com/@MakingTheTeamPodcast?sub_confirmation=1https://www.instagram.com/making_the_team/https://www.tiktok.com/@making.the.teamChapters:0:00 Intro0:52 Passion to Teach2:34 Accountability vs Relationships6:48 Playing the "Right Way"10:20 Coaching College vs High School15:51 College Recruiting Process17:00 Getting on Recruiters' Radar20:22 Realities of Playing in College24:15 Highlights of Last Season30:15 Winning Mentality33:43 Tell The Truth40:50 What is Coach Learning Now46:35 Moving to Coach High School51:29 Excitement for This Year54:45 Close Games or Blow Outs56:43 Coaching Influences59:27 Rick Majerus Story1:05:56 Rylan Jones Story1:20:57 How to Play More1:22:51 Time Machine Advice1:23:49 Highland Program Legacy1:27:23 Thanks all around#basketball #chrisjones

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