Kip Ioane - Founder of Teams of Men & Boys' Basketball Head Coach at South Salem (OR) High School - Episode 1259

Kip Ioane - Founder of Teams of Men & Boys' Basketball Head Coach at South Salem (OR) High School - Episode 1259

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May 31, 2026 · 1h 24m · Episode 1259

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Kip Ioane discusses the impact of the Teams of Men program on high school basketball coaching and player development.

Kip Ioane just completed his second season as the Head Boys’ Basketball Coach at South Salem (OR) High School where he has led the Saxons to a 34-19 record . Ioane previously served as the head coach of the men’s basketball team at Willamette University in Salem, Oregon for 14 seasons and as an assistant for 8 seasons. Ioane also attended Willamette as a student-athlete and played for the Bearcats from 1997-98 through 2000-01. He was a two-year captain who earned a total of four letters while playing at Willamette. Ioane's Teams Of Men Character Development program has garnered national recognition for its work in developing a healthy version of manhood with teams, coaches, and players around the country. On this episode Mike and Kip discuss the transformative impact of the "Teams of Men" program on high school basketball coaching and player development. We explore how the integration of emotional fluency, vulnerability, and authentic relationships fosters a culture of trust among players, which, in turn, enhances their performance on the court. Kip shares the importance of creating a supportive environment where young men can engage in meaningful conversations about personal…

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