Episode 102: Donnie Campbell
Do you know the real story behind Ted Lasso?
Meet Donnie Campbell: the longtime Kansas high school basketball coach known not just for his winning record, but for the way he builds relationships, instills confidence, and teaches life's lessons through the game.
Years ago, Donnie coached a young Jason Sudeikis, who would later model his Emmy Award winning character, Ted Lasso, after Coach Campbell’s style of leadership and relentless optimism.
From the locker room to the small screen, Coach Campbell’s influence has reached far beyond the hardwood. We talk about his coaching mentorship and what it’s like to see your philosophy come to life as a global phenomenon.
