It is important to recognize and understand some of the reasons your athletes may be experiencing stress. Mr. Young explains in detail, with examples, the following causes of stress: time demands, athletic performance, injury and […]
Six Steps in Mastering Tough Conversations
Provided by: Raise Your Game Effective coaches and leaders stand firm in telling their people what they need to hear, not necessarily what they want to hear. Trust and truth go hand in hand and […]
12-Second Pressure Drill with Travis Steele – Xavier Univ.
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate this 12-second pressure drill. Form three lines with the offensive player guarded tightly by a defender (ok to foul). It is not only about being strong with the […]
5 Post Moves with Saddi Washington – Michigan State Univ.
Every move starts and looks the same. Watch as Coach explains and demonstrates 5 post moves for the Bigs. Take what the defender gives you and always have a counter move ready. Saddi Washington was […]
Side Pick and Pop with Mike Procopio
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate the Side Pick and Pop with shot and drive actions. Start with the pick and the Big moves to 2-point shooting range for a couple of reps. The […]
Levels of Commitment with Jeff Janssen – Janssen Sports Leadership Center
Is your program comprised of people who see the work they put in as an investment or a sacrifice? Watch as Jeff Janssen discusses seven levels of commitment that exist within every program and how […]
A Culture of Belief
Provided by: Raise your Game When I interviewed Chris Collins, head coach at Northwestern and son of the legendary NBA coach and broadcaster Doug Collins, he spoke openly about how belief comes after a tipping […]
Pairs with Joe Golding – Abilene Christian Univ.
Do you have a point guard that struggles to make shots? Watch as Coach Joe Golding discusses an offensive set called ‘Pairs’ that gives you multiple options for 2 and 3 point shots.
Partner Passing Drill with Dave Richman – North Dakota State Univ.
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate this passing and catching drill. This is a timed drill that is broken down into three parts: chest passes, bounce passes, and overhead passes. When catching the ball […]
How We Lifted Up Our Team This Week
And how you can give your team what they need, when they need it most… Hope you’re staying healthy and sane in this crazy environment! Wanted to share something pretty cool with you today. So, […]
Transition: Trail Ball Screen with Andy Bronkema – Ferris State Univ.
Watch as Coach Andy Bronkema demonstrates a set play that utilizes a trail ball screen to create a scoring opportunity for your offense. This trail ball screen is part of a transition progression with 5 […]
One More Shooting Drill with John Calipari – Univ. of Kentucky
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate the One More Shooting Drill. This drill is a shooting drill but also emphasizes on how to pass the ball. The players must yell out “one more, one […]
Scripting Competitive Practice Drills with Players with Grant McCasland – Texas Tech Univ.
How much of your practice is competitive? Watch as Coach Grant McCasland explains how he scripts his practice drills to be competitive and what his focus is for each position group.
2-Man Ball Screen – Twist with Ryan Odom – Univ. Of Maryland Baltimore County
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate this 2-man ball screen – twist drill. The screener runs to set the screen with his outside hand up trying to influence the defense especially if they are […]
Mindfulness for Sport: Capture the Most Important Moment, the Present Moment
By: Danny Ourian Provided by: www.hoopsminded.com What is the most important play in any game? We often say “the next play.” Miss a lay-up, fumble the football, get out on a pop fly ball. As […]
Custom Communication
Provided by: Raise Your Game We don’t know what we’re saying until we know how someone hears it. Communication is also about feedback – making sure there is a two-way exchange of ideas, perceptions, and […]
Defensive Philosophy: Shot Chart with Dana Ford – Missouri State Univ.
Do you have a priority list for your defense? Watch as Coach Dana Ford discusses the defensive philosophy for Missouri State that can be explained through their shot chart: 5. Layup 4. Open Shot by […]
Pack Line Shell Drill with Darian DeVries – Drake Univ.
Watch as Coach explains that everyone does some type of shell drill and they place emphasis on what they feel is important for their defense. On every pass the defense uses a stick hand that […]
Custom Communication
Provided by: Raise Your Game We don’t know what we’re saying until we know how someone hears it. Communication is also about feedback – making sure there is a two-way exchange of ideas, perceptions, and […]
Shooting and Conditioning Drill with Saddi Washington – Michigan State Univ.
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate this shooting and conditioning drill. The drill requires a shooter and a rebounder. The shooter must shoot until a there is shot made then switch to the next […]
3-Line Closeout Drill with Nathan Davis – Univ. of New Hampshire
Watch as Coach Nathan Davis explains, and players demonstrate this 3-line closeout drill. The defensive player will close out the wing players and force baseline. The defender will close out the player in the middle […]
Ideal Qualities of a Support Staff with Adam Cohen – Stanford Univ.
Do you know your strengths and weaknesses as a coach? Watch as Coach Adam Cohen discusses the ideal qualities of a support staff and the importance of finding coaches with strengths different from your own.
Reilly Defensive Skill Work Drill with Darian DeVries – Drake Univ.
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate the Reilly Defending the Post Drill. The defender can use their forearm while the offensive player’s back is to the basket. The offensive player takes two power dribbles […]
Box 4 with Joe Golding – Abilene Christian Univ.
Watch as Coach Joe Golding discusses this offensive set called Box 4 that will give you three different options for your three best players on the floor.
End of Clock Play with Ryan Odom – Univ. of Maryland, Baltimore County
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate this end of clock play from the Horns Set. The ball handler will pick what screen he wants and then attack the basket. The screener away dives to […]
Personality Testing with Oliver Winterbone – Oklahoma City Thunder
Watch as Oliver Winterbone discusses utilizing personality tests to better understand your athletes and which characteristics he is looking for in a prospective player.
2 Dribbles Max with Saddi Washington – Michigan State Univ.
Watch as Coach Saddi Washington discusses his number one rule to help post players from holding onto the ball too long. Saddi Washington was previously at Univ. of Michigan.
Character – Facing the Tests
Provided by: Raise Your Game Facing the Tests Character is about acting on your values. You might think you have character but believe that in the business world it has to be tucked away, that […]
How a Basic Shooting Philosophy Generates State Championships with Matt Garrett – Chapel Hill HS (TX)
Watch as Coach Matt Garrett discusses the importance of spending time on the fundamentals and how a basic offensive philosophy can generate state championships.
2-On-2 Reaction Defense with G.P. Gromacki – Amherst College
Watch as Coach discusses, and players demonstrate this reaction defense drill that focuses on defensive fundamentals and developing your players’ basketball IQ.