06/13/2026
One of the highlights of our STS Event 3 Training Camp was having Coach Landon spend time with our athletes.
Coach Landon is the Head Coach at Saint Martin’s University and is coming off one of the best seasons in program history, including a trip to the NCAA Tournament. Before Saint Martin’s, he spent several years leading the program at South Puget Sound Community College, a place that has become an important part of the Small Town Select journey.
Coach Landon joined our group to share his experiences and have an honest conversation with our athletes about the path ahead.
One message that resonated was his perspective on “exposure.” Too many young athletes spend their time chasing attention instead of focusing on the things that actually move them forward. The daily habits. The consistency. The relationships. The character you build when nobody is watching.
He encouraged our athletes to enjoy the journey, fall in love with the process, and make the most of every opportunity they have with their teammates.
Coach Landon also shared stories from his own experiences as both a player and coach, reflecting on the road trips, friendships, challenges, and memories that have stayed with him long after the final buzzer.
It was a powerful reminder that while basketball can create opportunities, the relationships, experiences, and lessons learned along the way are often what leave the biggest impact.
Our athletes left with plenty to think about, and we’re grateful Coach Landon took the time to invest in our group.
Thank you, Coach.
