Slappin' Glass Podcast Grant McCasland on "People Over Everything", Elite Defenders, and Early-Game Timeouts {Texas Tech}
Sep 12, 2025
Grant McCasland, head coach of Texas Tech, shares his winning coaching philosophy rooted in building a strong culture. He discusses the importance of prioritizing people, belief, and grit in fostering teamwork. McCasland explains the transformative role of elite defenders and no-middle defensive strategies. He candidly offers insights on timeout strategies and the significance of involving family in his coaching journey, reflecting on how authenticity and connection lead to success in sports.
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People First Wins
- Winning starts with the people you recruit and how they fit together as a group.
- Prioritize belief and grit when assembling a team because roles and talent change over time.
Midland Turning Point
- As a 26-year-old head coach at Midland JC, Grant changed from proving himself to preparing to win a national title.
- That mindset shift led to deeper intent and ultimately a national championship two years later.
Make Practice Competitive
- Make every drill in practice competitive and keep score to build accountability and sacrifice.
- Force communication and praise great plays in real time to accelerate selflessness and team cohesion.