Ep 149 Do Your Players Know You Care Enough to Tell Them the Truth?

Ep 149 Do Your Players Know You Care Enough to Tell Them the Truth?

June 18, 2026 · 9 min

About this episode

Coach Collins discusses the importance of caring enough to tell the truth in coaching for player growth.

https://teachhoops.com/ What does real care look like in coaching? In this episode, Coach Collins talks about why leadership is not about making players comfortable. It is about caring enough to tell the truth when growth is on the line. This episode breaks down the difference between comfort and leadership, why truth without care feels harsh, and why care without truth is weak. Coach Collins also talks about the hard conversations that help players grow, the danger of fake offseason work, and why coaches must live the accountability they ask for from their teams. If you want to build a stronger culture, lead with more honesty, and help your players grow on and off the court, this episode is for you. The truth, delivered with care, is one of the greatest gifts a coach can give. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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