Scott Puryear, Ned Reynolds, and Art Hains sit down with Drew Richards for a wide-ranging conversation that goes far beyond wins and losses. From the unique roots and identity of UNC Pembroke to the realities of carving out a coaching career the hard way, this episode pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to build something sustainable at the Division II level. The discussion touches on shifting dynamics in college basketball, the pressure points facing smaller programs, and the kind of behind-the-scenes lessons you don’t see on a stat sheet. A thoughtful look at culture, commitment, and the long road of the game.

Scott Puryear, Ned Reynolds, and Art Hains sit down with Drew Richards for a wide-ranging conversation that goes far beyond wins and losses. From the unique roots and identity of UNC Pembroke to the realities of carving out a coaching career the hard way, this episode pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to build something sustainable at the Division II level. The discussion touches on shifting dynamics in college basketball, the pressure points facing smaller programs, and the kind of behind-the-scenes lessons you don&rsquo;t see on a stat sheet. A thoughtful look at culture, commitment, and the long road of the game.

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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.