By: John Klessinger Originally Published in: A Coach’s Manual Provided by: Championship Productions “Confidence is a very fragile thing, and it certainly is something that has to start with your mental approach and your ability […]
Motion Offense: #3 Back Cut with Mark Kellogg – Stephen F. Austin State Univ.
Make sure to set your screens near the free throw line to ensure that the three-point shooters are near the line. The wing will drive to the basket and get even with the screener and […]
Compliment Your Staff in Front of the Players with Andre Cook – St. Edward’s Univ.
Watch as Coach Andre Cook discusses the importance of showing appreciation to every member on your staff regardless of the size of their involvement. Coach Cook also discusses why you should credit your staff in […]
Post Defense: Monster with Dana Ford – Missouri State Univ.
Watch as Coach Dana Ford discusses, and players demonstrate how to defend a dominant post player with a double team.
Two-Ball Finishing Drill with Saddi Washington – Univ. of Michigan
Watch as Coach explains, and the Bigs demonstrate this two-ball finishing drill. The goal is to get 20 makes in 20 seconds. Although this drill involves the Bigs, it can be used for the entire […]
Are You Humble Enough to Admit You Were Wrong? with Dr. Greg Dale – Duke Univ.
Watch as Dr. Dale asks the question, “Are you humble enough to admit you are wrong?” Most coaches would answer yes to this question, but many have a hard time with it. Why? Undermining creditably […]
Optimism
By: Alan Stein, Jr. Originally Published in: Raise Your Game Confidence comes from an understanding of your own agency, your own influence, and your own ability to make things happen. Bob Rotella is a sports […]
Mental Toughness with Pete Jacobson – WinSmarter
Watch as Coach defines mental toughness as the ability to perform at or near full potential regardless of circumstances. A symptom of lack of mental toughness is an athlete choking in competition as many young […]
3 Ps for Building a Practice Plan with Krista Gerlich – Texas Tech Univ.
Watch as Coach Krista Gerlich discusses the 3 Ps for building a practice plan: 1. Purpose 2. Plan to be Prepared 3. Persistent Passion for Perfection
End-of-Game Sideline Out-of-Bounds 3-Pointer with Brian Morehouse – Hope College
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate this sideline out-of-bounds play for a 3-pointer. Sell the skip pass to the weak side, then come back around with the double screen to get your best shooter […]
Low Post Passing Drill with Ric Wesley, Retired – Grand Valley State Univ.
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate this low post passing drill. The drill starts with the ‘angle pass’ which is a semi-lofted pass from the wing to the big. The big wants to own […]
What Gets Rewarded, Gets Repeated with Heath Eslinger – A Better Way Athletics
Watch as Coach explains that “what gets rewarded, gets repeated”. If celebration is only based on playing time and performance, you are missing an opportunity to help your players get better. Look for what your […]
Life – Love It…You’re Gonna Leave It
By: Coach Mickey Marley Originally Published in: Game Ready – 52 Takeaways for Winning You know something I used to be really guilty of doing? I was guilty of taking life for granted. I used […]
Teaching Leadership: This Is What Most Coaches Do with Joseph Hoedel – Character Development & Leadership
Watch as Joseph Hoedel explains the different methods and approaches that coaches use to teach leadership to their athletes. He will discuss in detail eight approaches but realizes there are many more. The objective is […]
Pack Line Defense: Measurable Statistics with Jacey Brooks – SUNY Cortland
Watch as Coach Jacey Brooks discusses the main measurable statistics that the pack line defense focuses on improving.
Defensive Musts with Stan Van Gundy (Retired)
Watch as Coach Stan Van Gundy discusses five core defensive concepts that are necessary for building a well-rounded defense.
Half-Court Offense: Quick with Kevin Willard – Seton Hall Univ.
Watch as Coach and players demonstrate this half-court offense “Quick” that he runs the first four minutes of the game. This is a read and react offense that he runs after a made basket in […]
Managing Your Stress Level with Andre Cook – St. Edwards Univ.
Watch as Coach discusses managing your stress level and how it can impact your mental and physical health. He shares his personal example of being diagnosed with stress-related diabetes at age 26. All aspects of […]
Tips on Athletes NOT Talking to Fans During Competition
By: Micheal L. Jones Ed.D., DD, RMHC – Pasco-Hernando State College Twitter: @TJCF_Basketball When did talking to the fans become part of the game? This can be a distraction for athletes during competition. What are […]
Teach Every Athlete Every Skill with Ras Vanderloo – USA Basketball
Work on ball handling skills every practice. Coach explains that coaches need to teach kids to work on all phases of the game no matter the age level. Basketball today is a positionless game and […]
Catch the Cutter Drill: Calling for Help with Kim Barnes Arico – Univ. of Michigan
Watch as Coach Kim Barnes Arico discusses, and players demonstrate this fast-paced defensive drill that will help your team communicate and keep track of the cutter.
3-on-3 Baseline Closeout Drill with Grant McCasland – Univ. of North Texas
Watch as Coach Grant McCasland discusses a 3-on-3 baseline closeout drill that you can adjust depending on your team’s development needs. Coach McCasland also explains the benefits of running this drill continuously without any stops.
Point 5 Drill for Attacking Switching Defenses with Stan Heath – Eastern Michigan Univ.
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate the Point 5 Drill for attacking switching defenses. Switching is designed to slow down an offense and coach wants to play through switching and create indecision at the […]
Fear Is Powerful, but It Is Better to Build and Not Break with Kate Leavell – The Jon Gordon Companies
Kate Leavell explains that fear is a powerful tool that works as a short-term motivational tool but requires more and more overtime to be effective. Eventually fear does not work, as the recipient tunes it […]
Understanding Parents
By: John Klessinger Originally Published in: A Coach’s Manual Provided by: Championship Productions “Keep the discussion with your athlete and parents alive, but never forget that you are the coach, and you have your own […]
Watching Video with Players with Grant McCasland – Univ. of North Texas
Watch as Coach Grant McCasland discusses the benefits of sitting down with your athletes 1-on-1 to watch a full game, not just the time the player is in the game. Coach McCasland also explains the […]
Be Honest and Straightforward with Andre Cook – St. Edward’s Univ.
The truth is the truth and how you handle it is on you. Be honest and straightforward with your players and work for solutions to any issues.
Defense: Stop 2s and 1s with Dana Ford – Missouri State Univ.
Watch as Coach Dana Ford discusses an overarching rule within his defensive philosophy and one thing he does with his team before every game to set expectations.
Defensive Footwork Warmup Drills with Cornell Mann – Univ. of Missouri
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate these defensive footwork warmup drills. Always emphasize stance and have the players communicate with each other. The series starts with lane slides, then the players move to the […]
Allowing My Coaches to Coach with David Peavy – Duncanville HS (TX)
Watch as Coach explains how he takes a lot of pride in preparing his assistants to become head coaches. The most important factor is that he allows the coaches to coach which gives them a […]