On this episode of Spilled Ink, I reconnect with DJ Doc The Lion, a Seattle-based DJ and high school basketball coach whose roots run deep in both music and Midwest hoops culture. We reflect on our first meeting at Sean Kemp’s 50th birthday bash and bond over a shared allegiance to the Indiana Pacers – all while living in Seattle (Sonics fans, there’s still room to join the bandwagon before the Finals start against OKC tonight).
Doc shares what it’s like coaching in the cutthroat Metro League, where every season means facing off against future NBA stars. He opens up about the joy of building team cohesion from scratch, the challenge of shaping young talent in a hyper-competitive environment, and how Seattle’s basketball energy mirrors the hardwood heart of Indiana. Plus, a nostalgic story about watching a rookie named Michael Jordan face off against his beloved Pacers in 1984.
Whether you're a hoops junkie, a music head, or just love a great story, this episode delivers. Tap in!
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