In this classic replay, Slappin' Glass sits down with Grant McCasland, head coach of Texas Tech, to dive into the heart of what makes programs win. From his early days as a 26-year-old junior college coach to leading Texas Tech in the Big 12, McCasland shares invaluable lessons on culture, belief, and building teams that compete at the highest level.
We explore:
- The foundations of winning cultures and why “people over everything” drives his programs.
- The pillars of Believe, Give, and Compete—and how they translate into daily habits.
- The role of elite individual defenders in transforming teams.
- Insights into no-middle defense, teaching sacrifice, and tracking culture in practice.
- Start, Sub, or Sit: McCasland’s candid takes on defense, timeouts, and game flow.
- His best career investment: involving his family in every step of the coaching journey.
McCasland’s authenticity, grit, and clarity on what truly matters shine through in this conversation—offering both coaches and leaders timeless lessons on culture, toughness, and connection
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