From State Titles to Saving Lives: Larry McKenzie’s Real Story No One Told You

Описание: This is one of the most inspiring, powerful conversations we’ve ever had on The Sa’ad Guled Show.

In this episode, Sa’ad sits down with Coach Larry McKenzie — Minnesota basketball legend, Bush Fellow, NCAA Living Legend, Hall of Fame coach, community leader, and one of the most respected youth mentors in the state.

For over a decade, Coach McKenzie has dedicated his life to changing the trajectory of young men, especially Black youth facing impossible odds. With a background serving organizations like Hospitality House, House of Youth Directions, Pillsbury United Communities, and co-founding the Above the Ream Youth Sports Foundation, Coach McKenzie brings unmatched insight into leadership, mentorship, youth development, and breaking generational cycles.

This episode dives deep into what it REALLY takes to guide young men, build trust, create discipline, and help kids beat the statistics stacked against them.

If you care about leadership, youth empowerment, community impact, coaching culture, or the future of our kids, this is a must-watch.

🔥 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE

How Larry McKenzie turned “at-risk” youth into college graduates

Why mentorship fails — and how REAL trust gets built

The mindset that transforms kids’ lives

Leadership lessons from a Hall of Fame coach

The real challenges facing youth today

How sports can save lives

What it takes to break cycles and uplift communities

⭐ ABOUT COACH LARRY McKENZIE

6x State Championship Coach

Minnesota Basketball Hall of Fame (First African-American coach inducted)

NCAA Living Legend

Bush Fellow

Co-founder, Above the Ream Youth Sports Foundation

Community leader + mentor to thousands

🎙 ABOUT THE SHOW

The Sa’ad Guled Show brings you real conversations with leaders, builders, and change-makers redefining what’s possible.



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