“My job is to somehow make them curious enough and to persuade them by hook or crook to get more aware of themselves and where they came from and what they are into and what is already there and to bring it out. This is what compels me to compel them, and I will do it by whatever means necessary.”

- NINA SIMONE

“Being mentally tough puts you ahead of half of the competition.”

— TYRUS THOMAS

  • Howard Gaskins Jr.

    McNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY, Fr

    “When I arrived on campus for my first college workout, I was the most in-shape player, and I felt fully prepared for every challenge. My preparation was based on my trusting Coach Tyrus, and the process.”

  • Jacob Wilson

    UNIVERSITY of LOUISIANA-MONROE, Jr

  • Seviuhn Turner

    XAVIER UNIVERSITY-LOUISIANA, Jr

    “From 5 am workouts to hour-long conversations filled with wisdom, Coach Tyrus has pushed me to new levels on the court while preparing me for life beyond basketball.”

  • Quentin Henry

    WEST TEXAS COLLEGE, So

    “Coach Tyrus taught me resilience, faith, and perseverance, showing me that success isn’t just about talent, but hard work and determination in the face of adversity.”

  • Malek Robinson

    LIBERTY MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL, Sr

Coaching From A Place of Expereince; Never the Ego…

  • 1st Round of NCAA (2006)

  • NCAA Elite 8 (2006)

  • 4th Overall Selection (2006)

  • Chicago Bulls (2006-2010)

  • Charlotte Bobcats (2010-2013)

  • Iowa Energy - NBA G-League (2015)

  • Memphis Grizzlies (2015)

  • Eisberen Bremerhaven - Germany (2015-2016)

About Coach Tyrus

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UNPACK IT ALL

Tyrus Thomas, certified life coach and mental wellness advocate, created Unpack It All to help others heal and grow. These guided journals offer a safe space for self-reflection—helping teens build confidence and emotional resilience, while guiding adults through deep self-discovery and healing. Perfect for individuals, youth groups, and professionals, these tools turn reflection into action.

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Pardon My Soliloquies…

A First-Person Blog Reflecting on Hoops, Growth, and Life…

- Written by Tyrus Thomas