Coaching Confessions, Episode 13 – Denver Keawe Tong

About this episode

Keawe Tong shares his journey from high school athlete to college standout and coach.

Keawe grew up on the island of Oahu, Hawaii and went to University Laboratory School, a small private school where he excelled in basketball and football. Hear about his journey from high school to college at George Fox University where he was a stand-out in football, and his transition into coaching later in his athletic career. Listen to the ups and downs of his college career and his advice to anyone that wants to get into college coaching. Email: coachingconfessions@proton.me Follow us on Instagram: coaching_confessions

People in this episode

Guest: Keawe Tong

Topics covered

• basketball
• football
• coaching
• college sports

Keywords

• Oahu
• University Laboratory School
• George Fox University
• college coaching advice

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Coaching Confessions

Places: Oahu, Hawaii

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