Monty Patel is the Head Boys’ Basketball Head Coach at eSTEM High School in Arkansas. Monty also serves as the Head Coach for Team Arkansas TBT and is the Director of the AAU Club Off 2 U. He was previously an assistant coach at Jacksonville, North Little Rock, and Marion High Schools. He won a state championship at Jacksonville in 2020 as an assistant. Monty has helped more than 30 of his players play college basketball at various levels.
On this episode Mike and Monty discuss the impact of relationships—among players, coaches, and parents—on building a successful basketball program. From building trust with players and parents to networking with college coaches, Monty reveals how genuine connections have been key to his success. Patel reflects on his recent successes, including leading his team to a significant victory in the state tournament, while also addressing the challenges faced along the way, particularly the necessity of maintaining accountability and open communication. He candidly recounts his personal health struggles, which underscore the importance of prioritizing well-being amidst the demands of coaching. Our conversation highlights the overarching theme that basketball extends beyond mere competition; it is a vehicle for fostering growth, resilience, and community. Tune in to discover how relationships can elevate a coaching career and impact players' lives beyond the court.
Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @hoopheadspod for the latest updates on episodes, guests, and events from the Hoop Heads Pod.
Make sure you’re subscribed to the Hoop Heads Pod on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts and while you’re there please leave us a 5 star rating and review. Your ratings help your friends and coaching colleagues find the show. If you really love what you’re hearing recommend the Hoop Heads Pod to someone and get them to join you as a part of Hoop Heads Nation.
Jot down some notes as you listen to this episode with Monty Patel, Boys’ Basketball Head Coach at eStem High School in the state of Arkansas.
Website - https://www.estemschools.org/documents/athletics/basketball/high-school/14756
Email - coachpatel928@gmail.com
Twitter - @MontyPatel
Visit our Sponsors!
Give With Hoops
Give With Hoops is a groundbreaking initiative that fuses basketball analytics with modern sponsorship. Built for teams who see data as opportunity, from AAU programs to college powerhouses. By tying on-court performance directly to community and sponsor engagement, Give With Hoops help programs raise more while deepening support from those who believe in the game.
D3 Direct Recruiting Playbook
Your step-by-step guide to getting recruited as a college athlete at the NCAA Division 3 level. This course is designed by former D3 Athletes to take you from zero interest from college coaches to securing your first offer and putting you on the path to committing.
The Coaching Portfolio
Your first impression is everything when applying for a new coaching job. A professional coaching portfolio is the tool that highlights your coaching achievements and philosophies and, most of all, helps separate you and your abilities from the other applicants. Special Price of just $25 for all Hoop Heads Listeners.
Wealth4Coaches
Empowering athletic coaches with financial education, strategic planning, and practical tools to build lasting wealth—on and off the court.
If you listen to and love the Hoop Heads Podcast, please consider giving us a small tip that will help in our quest to become the #1 basketball coaching podcast. https://hoop-heads.captivate.fm/support
Twitter/X
Podcast - @hoopheadspod
Mike - @hdstarthoops
Jason - @jsunkle
Instagram
@hoopheadspod
Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/hoopheadspod/
YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDoVTtvpgwwOVL4QVswqMLQ
