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Tom Parks

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Tom Parks

@CoachTomParks

CEO/Founder of EvalU (@evaluhoops)

Holmes Beach, FL

Joined August 2014

Tom Parks
@CoachTomParks
Jan 10, 2020
Witnessed a college head coach setting up concession stand and ticket table before game. Resume: 21 years as Head Coach Over 400 wins Hall of Fame inductee 8X Conference Coach is the Year 8 Conference Championships Young coaches - if you want this, be prepared to grind.
Tom Parks
@CoachTomParks
Oct 20, 2020
Being “JUCO” is not a negative thing. Being “JUCO” means you are a grinder. It means you overcame adversity. It means you learned from your mistakes. It means you improved your stock over a short time. Being “JUCO” is a compliment. Have pride in being “JUCO.”
Tom Parks
@CoachTomParks
Aug 26, 2020
We all want to watch the NBA, but I’d much rather stop watching black men get murdered.
Tom Parks
@CoachTomParks
Jun 20, 2025
Replying to @AndrewDBailey
Agree. Not wearing his own jersey and not wearing some designer fit, but instead representing people who went to battle with him nightly throughout his 17 year career with the Pacers!
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Tom Parks
@CoachTomParks
Feb 9, 2020
Dear Kobe, Since January 26th, 2020, win or lose, I’ve been hugging my family a little tighter, reading a few more bedtime stories, dancing silly with the kids, laughing extra, even if it’s a bad joke, and I’ve been much more present. Thank you for making me better. Tom Parks
Tom Parks
@CoachTomParks
May 6, 2019
Typically, junior college student-athletes can’t wait to move on. However, when they look back on their college career, juco days were their most enjoyable. Be committed to the present and where you are NOW!
Tom Parks
@CoachTomParks
Feb 4, 2025
You’ll pay thousands for AAU and sign up for a recruiting service, but you won’t do ballhandling drills in your driveway? That math isn’t adding up to me.
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Tom Parks
@CoachTomParks
Dec 9, 2020
Things I get excited about when watching a recruit: 1. Going hard in warmups 2. On-target, crisp passes 3. Cheering for teammates 4. Positive body language 5. Pride on defense 6. Charges 7. Diving on the floor 8. Listening skills 9. Passion for the game 10. Sprinting floor
Tom Parks
@CoachTomParks
May 19, 2020
People who go JUCO root for each other. The relationships are different. There is a huge community of support between coaches and players across the country. It’s a beautiful thing.
Tom Parks
@CoachTomParks
Apr 2, 2021
Dear basketball player, Stop practicing a side step three off the dribble when you can’t make a catch and shoot three. Sincerely, 99.5% of Basketball Coaches
Tom Parks
@CoachTomParks
Feb 16, 2025
This one makes me emotional. I couldn’t be more happy for someone. Few take time to get to know and understand Abdul. They don’t understand the pain and the story behind the struggle. They don’t see the improvement he makes everyday as a person, leader, and player. Abdul is one
Joe Tipton
@JoeTipton
Feb 16, 2025
BREAKING: One of the top JUCO players in the country, Abdul Bashir, has committed to Auburn, he tells @on3. The 6-foot-7 sophomore combo guard is averaging 28 points per game this season. Story: on3.com/news/auburn-la…
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Tom Parks
@CoachTomParks
Dec 22, 2020
Recruiting Pet-peeves 1. Poor body language 2. Little effort on defense/rebounds 3. Leaks out 4. Lack of bench energy 5. Doesn’t make “one more” pass 6. Attitude towards officials 7. Can’t take coaching 8. Zero effort in warmups 9. Too cool for hustle plays 10. Points > wins
Tom Parks
@CoachTomParks
Nov 22, 2020
Everyone wants a film crew or a photographer. Everyone wants a social media worthy photo or highlight. I want guys who want an empty gym and a basketball. I want guys who love it unconditionally. I want guys who would give up anything to play the game. I want guys who will work
Tom Parks
@CoachTomParks
Dec 7, 2021
Shoutout to all the coaches in the world making less than $10K annually, but work overtime to fuel their passion and help people in the sport they love.