Full Circle Leadership Lesson with John Combs- Championship Vision Podcast Episode 400

Our guest today has experienced South Carolina basketball from nearly every perspective.

John Combs began his journey as a student manager at Irmo High School under legendary coach Tim Whipple. He later served as a student manager, graduate assistant, and special assistant at the University of South Carolina under Eddie Fogler.

Coach Combs went on to become a successful high school basketball coach. During his 11 seasons at Ridge View, he led the Blazers to 10 playoff appearances, two region championships, and the first state championship appearance in school history.

He later served as the athletic director at Spring Valley High School and now serves as an Assistant Commissioner with the South Carolina High School League.

John has also served on the South Carolina Basketball Coaches Association executive board since 2006 and currently serves as its Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer.

This is a story about mentorship, service, relationships, leadership, and growing from a student manager into a statewide leader.

Coach John Combs, welcome to the Championship Vision Podcast.