Ever wonder how a small, rural school district consistently churns out championship-caliber teams year after year? Join us as we chat with Skyline Girls Basketball Head Coach Kevin Cheek, a legendary figure with an astounding 677-149 record, 14 Final Four appearances, and six state championships over 27 years. Coach Cheek pulls back the curtain on the "Skyline Way," revealing the foundational pillars of consistency, dedicated coaching, and a system that develops players from an early age, all set against the backdrop of Southwest Missouri's fiercely competitive basketball scene.

Discover how his current young team, after losing six seniors and moving up a class, embraced the challenge, with key players like Jenna Hunt and Shelby Red leading the charge. Coach Cheek shares insights into cultivating a winning work ethic rooted in their community and how even "not fun" practices lead to exhilarating results. More than just wins, this episode explores the deep community investment and personal loyalty that defines Skyline's enduring legacy, and what keeps a seasoned coach like Kevin Cheek still passionately invested in the game.

Ever wonder how a small, rural school district consistently churns out championship-caliber teams year after year? Join us as we chat with Skyline Girls Basketball Head Coach Kevin Cheek, a legendary figure with an astounding 677-149 record, 14 Final Four appearances, and six state championships over 27 years. Coach Cheek pulls back the curtain on the "Skyline Way," revealing the foundational pillars of consistency, dedicated coaching, and a system that develops players from an early age, all set against the backdrop of Southwest Missouri's fiercely competitive basketball scene.
Discover how his current young team, after losing six seniors and moving up a class, embraced the challenge, with key players like Jenna Hunt and Shelby Red leading the charge. Coach Cheek shares insights into cultivating a winning work ethic rooted in their community and how even "not fun" practices lead to exhilarating results. More than just wins, this episode explores the deep community investment and personal loyalty that defines Skyline's enduring legacy, and what keeps a seasoned coach like Kevin Cheek still passionately invested in the game.

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Welcome to the official 102.1 The Won — your all-access pass to local sports, expert picks, live betting odds, and real-time updates for the Springfield, MO area.

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Stay in the Game with 102.1 The Won &ndash; Springfield&rsquo;s Sports Hub
Welcome to the official 102.1 The Won &mdash; your all-access pass to local sports, expert picks, live betting odds, and real-time updates for the Springfield, MO area.
-Local Coverage, Local Voice &mdash; In-depth coverage of Springfield-area teams and sports stories you care about. -Live Sports Odds &amp; Boards &mdash; View real-time odds for NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and more. -Pro Picks &amp; Betting Insights &mdash; Daily expert picks and analysis to help you level up your game. -On-Air Shows &amp; Podcasts &mdash; Stream live shows like VSiN Primetime, Keys to the Kingdom, and more. -Alerts &amp; News &mdash; Get notified on big games, breaking scores.