From a shoulder injury that nearly ended his sports career to building one of the most respected youth coaching businesses in Colorado, Coach Marcus Mason’s journey is one of grit, growth, and grace under pressure. In this episode, Dr. Christopher Huff reconnects with his childhood teammate to talk through the winding path that led Coach Mason from a hospital bed to founding "Nothing But Net"—a coaching platform that’s shaped over 170 college athletes and trained NBA stars like Derrick White.

Coach Mason shares candid stories about his own struggles with self-worth, the early challenges of launching a business on credit cards, and the life lessons learned from coaching legends like Kermit Davis Jr. They break down the essentials for raising successful athletes in today’s ever-changing sports world—and why consistency, humility, and education still reign supreme.

You’ll hear what separates elite athletes from the rest, how to coach mindset alongside skills, and why trusting the process matters more than instant success. And yes—LeBron James might’ve cut him in line for ice cream in Paris.

Marcus Mason is a veteran basketball coach, mentor, and performance architect whose fingerprints are all over today’s college and professional basketball landscape. He’s the founder of Nothing But Net Elite Basketball Coaching in Colorado and has trained more than 20 pro players, including NBA star Derrick White, whom he’s coached since 7th grade.

He’s run camps for legends like Chauncey Billups, Tamika Catchings, and Chris Paul, and helped launch the careers of over 170 student-athletes at the collegiate level. Before all that, he was a Division I coach at the University of Denver — organizing film sessions, running recruiting trails, and developing academic support systems that helped his players thrive off the court, too.

Marcus’s approach is holistic — equal parts discipline, heart, and vision. His work is a case study in what long-term development looks like when you coach the person, not just the player.

📱 Instagram: @NBNCoach

🌐 Website: nbncoaching.com

• nbncoaching.com – Marcus Mason’s official coaching site

• Stay consistent. One workout a week, every week, beats spurts of overtraining. Success is built in the mundane.
• Be coachable. Teach your kids to listen, adapt, and take feedback seriously—it’s a skill that translates far beyond sports.
• Delay specialization. Let kids play multiple sports and enjoy the process. Passion develops over time—not by force.

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Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any decisions about your health or medical treatment.