Grit and Growth

In Part Two, Geoff Glasspell expands on purpose-driven coaching—how competition builds character, why significance matters more than success, and how trust and integrity shape lasting impact. This episode is a reminder that the best coaching creates transformation—not just wins.

In Part One with Geoff Glasspell—coach, educator, and founder of Masterpiece Basketball—we unpack “purpose-driven coaching”: commitment + integrity → excellence, and why he chases significance over success. Geoff shares his “look-in-the-mirror” pivot, how a simple word-of-the-day shapes practices, and the leadership habits that help kids thrive on and off the court.

In Part Two with Jamie Gilbert, a penalty shootout and a locker room in heartbreak become lessons in courage, trust, and growth.Don’t miss this conversation as he unpacks his “compete, don’t compare” philosophy and how situation crafting helps young athletes truly learn and lead.

In Part One of Two, Jamie Gilbert—coach, educator, and Burn Your Goals co-author—explores what it really means to compete without comparison and how true greatness begins with service. Join us for a grounded, heart-first conversation about purpose, growth, and becoming who you’re meant to be.

“From a farm in Saskatchewan to the CHL spotlight, new Head Coach of the WHL Calgary Hitmen, Dustin Friesen has built his journey on hard work and consistency. He opens up about culture, standards, and developing players who value the team over the stat line. Honest, practical, and relentlessly focused, Dustin shares what drives him to coach every day.”

In Part Two, Mano Watsa goes deeper into the principles that make coaching truly transformational. He reveals how PGC empowers athletes by meeting them where they are, raising their own standards, and moving beyond fear-based tactics to a culture of encouragement and growth. This conversation will inspire you to rethink how you coach, parent, or lead—and remind you that real change begins with choice..

In Part One of our conversation with Mano Watsa, President and Owner of Point Guard College, he shares powerful wisdom on leadership, humility, and the power of choosing who you want to become. From launching backyard camps at 15 to now reaching more than 20,000 athletes each year, Mano’s journey shows how vision and character can shape lives. You’ll come away energized with a fresh perspective on sport, coaching, and life itself.

Jordan Bokser is back, and in Part Two he pulls back the curtain on the supplement world. He digs into hidden industry tricks like “pixie dusting” and proprietary blends, and explains how the right formulations can actually move the needle. From young athletes chasing their dreams to pros at the top of their game, Bokser shows why quality, dosage, and especially sleep can change everything.

In Part One with Jordan Bokser, he opens up about his path from wannabe pro fighter to building brands in holistic health. Also why fear, abandonment, and resilience all play into the pursuit of wellness. If you’ve ever wondered how physical and emotional health collide, this one will push you to rethink what “healthy” really means.

In Part Two of our conversation with Jill Lane, we get practical. From fueling student athletes to helping pros extend their careers, Jill shares real stories and simple foundations anyone can apply. We also dig into the overlooked challenges of female athletes and why modeling good habits matters for every parent and coach.