NEW EPISODE!

(EP#94)

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“Peppe”:

Giuseppe “Peppe” Poeta is a former Italian national-team point guard who played for clubs including Virtus Bologna, Baskonia, Trento, Torino and Cremona. After retiring in 2022, he became an assistant coach at Olimpia Milano, then led Brescia to the 2025 Italian League Finals before returning to Milan. Since November 2025, Poeta has served as Olimpia Milano’s head coach, succeeding Ettore Messina.

Today, “Peppe” reflected on his playing career and how those experiences shaped his approach to coaching. We discussed practice habits, leadership, handling difficult losses and the lessons he has learned throughout his coaching journey. He also shared how he manages his staff and whether his identity has evolved since transitioning from player to coach. and much more!

Topics:
00:00 Intro 
00:30 Summer talk
03:10 Positive aura
05:14 Reflecting on his path
07:50 Mentoring young players
11:10 Negativity vs Positivity
15:30 Rational decision-making
20:00 Practice habits & approach
25:30 Leadership & Learning
31:30 ProBallers.com
33:30 Changing identity to coaching
42:00 There is no truth in basketball
49:00 Tolerance in basketball, 4 pillars
58:10 View on scouting reports
1:04:26 Coaching Staff Politics
1:08:00 ATOs

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