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We’ve got another birthday to announce…welcome to the world Ethan Scott Thompson‼️ We love you baby boy 👶🏻🎁🎈🎉
Ben Thompson
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Ben Thompson
@CoachBPThompson
Christ Follower | Hubs to Tiffany | Daddy to Joshua, Ava, & Ethan | Phil. 4:13 | Head Men’s Basketball Coach @autrojansmbb #TrojanArmy @autrojans #ChargeOn ⚡️⚔️
Anderson, SC
Joined April 2009
- The transfer portal now has over 2,500 names in it. That doesn't include HS, Prep, JUCO, & International. There are less opportunities to play college🏀this year. If you have an opportunity, be appreciative. There are thousands of kids that would love to be in your👟, literally!
- If it takes more than 3-4 dribbles to make a play, then it's probably the wrong play. Move the ball and get your teammates involved! 🏀
- Some red flags as we approach the 2nd live period in April to avoid... 🚩Walking back after a good or bad play 🚩Dipping your head after a missed shot 🚩Throwing your hands up in disgust, for any reason 🚩Arguing w/officials 🚩Not being engaged on the bench 🚩Pouting of any kind
- So many times the question isn’t is a kid “talented” or “skilled” enough. Those things matter, but I want to know is he… Character enough Coachable enough Body language enough Academic enough Humble enough Work ethic enough Leader enough There’s more to “ability” than just 🏀
- PSA's: I just took a kid off of our recruiting list because of his social media account. You are building your brand NOW! Most programs do not want to be represented by the things some of you post on social media; it doesn't matter what level it is! #ThinkBeforeYouPost
- To all of the prayer warriors out there, please keep our little man in your thoughts and prayers early tomorrow morning. He has a surgery/procedure that we would appreciate your prayers on. Thanks so much! 🙏🏼
- We have some special news to announce. A couple of weeks ago, Tiffany & I found out that our little family is growing by two little feet. We can’t be more excited or praise Jesus enough for this incredible blessing. #OneProudDad #Blessed #BabyThompson
00:00 - I urge parents/coaches/trainers to watch ALL levels of college🏀in person & w/an objective👀. Some "D2" programs/conferences are better than some "D1" programs/conferences. Same is true for D3/NAIA as well; take time to educate yourself on how good ALL levels of college🏀are‼️
- Earlier this week, we lost a recruit to a D1 school. While disappointed, I was impressed w/how he handled it. Not only did he tell me before posting, he actually made a 📞 call. Classy move by a classy young man. Refreshing to deal with those who “get it”. Wishing him the best!
- LIFE UPDATE: I have accepted a position @HighPointU & will be moving soon. HPU is The Premier Life Skills University in the country & is an amazing place that puts God, Family, & Country as it’s focus. It has also been named the #1 best run college/university in the nation…
- To AAU Coaches and parents, having accurate rosters (i.e. names, numbers, actual height, and current contact information) really help your kids in the recruitment process. Small details really can make a difference!
- March Madness takes on a whole new meaning this year! God is so good! Welcome to the world Ava Louise! #GirlDadToo
