Episode notes
Coach Tomekia Reed joins Kicks N Convos for an inspiring conversation about basketball, resilience, culture, leadership, faith, fashion, and the journey that took her from Jackson, Mississippi, to leading at the Division I level. Coach Reed sits down with Coach Dion to talk about growing up as the baby girl in a competitive household, playing basketball barefoot on a dirt court with her brothers, winning three state championships in high school, and becoming known as “Baby Rodman” for her rebounding, energy, and toughness. She also shares the real story behind her coaching journey—from starting at South Georgia Technical College, grinding through the community-college ranks, and building a championship culture at Jackson State to taking the next step at Charlotte. Coach Reed explains why standards matter, why staff loyalty is everything, and how she built programs that refuse to be overlooked. Coach Reed’s message is clear: know your role, be tough, keep going through adversity, and never let anyone define the ceiling on what you can accomplish. A special thank you to our episode sponsor, Max Fitness, powered by Garner Fit. Thank you for supporting Kicks N Convos and helping us continue to bring meaningful conversations, sports culture, leadership, and stories that inspire the next generation. Make sure to like this video, subscribe to the channel, and share it with a coach, athlete, parent, or person who needs a reminder to keep pushing through. #KicksNConvos #CoachTomekiaReed #WomensBasketball #Charlotte49ers #JacksonState #BasketballCulture #WomenInSports #CoachLife #SneakerCulture #Jordan11 #MaxFitness #GarnerFit #FaithAndResilience #Leadership #HBCUBasketball