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New Era at Coker: Coach Nick Pasqua on Culture, Character & The Changing World of College Sports

New Coker University Men’s Basketball Head Coach Nick Pasqua joins Robert and Reeves on Double R FloTown to talk about his wild coaching journey—from rebuilding the worst D-II program in the country to leading championship teams, mentoring young athletes, and moving his family to Hartsville, SC for a new start. 0:00 – Intro: Meet Coach Nick Pasqua, Coker’s New Head Basketball Coach 7:00 – How He Turned a Two-Win Season into a 20-Win Championship Run • The rebuild at Southern Wesleyan and the strategy behind the turnaround • How the transfer portal helped reshape the roster and culture 18:00 – What the Transfer Portal and NIL Mean for Division II Athletes • How roster mobility has changed recruiting • The early impact of NIL deals and what’s next for small-college players 17:00 – Why Local Community Support Matters for Small-College Programs • Hartsville’s role in building Coker’s success • How local fans and businesses can elevate the program and the Pee Dee region 22:00 – How Faith, Family, and Character Shape His Coaching Philosophy • The “Two A’s and Two S’s” approach: Academic, Athletic, Social, Spiritual • Building men of integrity beyond basketball 38:00 – Closing: Season outlook, optimism, and Hartsville pride Whether you’re a basketball fan, parent, or community supporter, this episode dives deep into the heart of college sports and the people building them from the ground up. 📍 Recorded in Florence, South Carolina 🎧 Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube 💬 Subscribe for more local stories that celebrate the Pee Dee Region and beyond!