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Basketball madness is upon us and many high school teams from Native communities are vying for state championships. High school basketball is one of the main events for Native athletes and fans. The competition brings out some serious talent from players and an entertaining Friday night for enthusiastic crowds. We’ll talk with some coaches about their seasons and how basketball plays a vital role in their communities.
Guests:
Tanisha Bitsoi (Navajo) – head coach for the Tohatchi, New Mexico Lady Cougars
Vanen Pitts (Salish Kootenai Tribe) – head Arlee, Montana Warriors boys basketball coach
Oitancan Zephier (Yankton Sioux) – assistant boys high school basketball coach at Little Wound School on the Pine Ridge Reservation
Larry Callison (Cherokee) – head girls basketball coach for the Sequoyah, Oklahoma Lady Indians
Charles Pulliam – sports broadcaster in Alaska
Break Music: Hornet Pride (World) (song) Tinesha Begaye (artist) Rhythm of Love (album)
