Download the 15-Minute Shooting Test PDF Here Watch as Coach Missy Traversi explains that her program has a 3-point shooting test that every player must pass. This is a pre-season test, with each shooter having […]
Developing Athletes at Practice
By: Adam Sarancik Author of: Coaching Champions for Life “The best athletes have the most potential to be the best players.” Prior to, and possibly including 8th grade, I think all players benefit from playing […]
Post Play: Power Back Drill with Katie Abrahamson-Henderson – Univ. of Georgia
Watch as Coach Katie Abrahamson-Henderson explains, and players demonstrate this power back drill. Many times, a player gets an offensive rebound and they put it back up but without any balance. The drill focuses on […]
5-Out Cutting Drill: 3-on-2 + 1 Cutters with Kyle Lintelman – McKinney Boyd High School (TX)
Watch as Coach Kyle Lintelman discusses cutting and the guideline his players use to determine when to cut based on where people drive and by reading the opponent’s defense. These guidelines are taught in a […]
Coaches’ Legal Duties
By: Rainer Martens & Robin S. Vealey Originally Published in: Successful Coaching Provided by: Human Kinetics Over the past 50 years, through thousands of lawsuits, the U.S. courts have defined and continued to define your […]
Transition: Cincinnati 1-On-1 Drill with Nate Oats – University of Alabama
Watch as Coach Nate Oats explains, and players demonstrate this Cincinnati 1-on-1 transition drill. The offense should have the advantage so that they become comfortable playing aggressively. Players should develop the mindset of being aggressive […]
Chair Dribbling Drill with Christina Camacho – Antonian College Preparatory High School (TX)
Watch as Coach Christina Camacho explains, and players demonstrate this chair dribbling drill. This is a change of direction drill with the players attacking the chairs in one direction, using the right hand and returning […]
Guard Mikans with Bart Brooks – Belmont Univ.
Watch as Coach Bart Brooks explains, and players demonstrate these ‘Mikans.’ The drill starts with a dribble move, finishing with regular layups. The 2nd option is called ‘Goofies’ where the driver finishes with the right […]
Partner Passing Drill with Bryan Smothers – Wayne State Univ.
Watch as Coach Bryan Smothers explains, and players demonstrate these partner passing warmups. The drill starts with a volley using one hand and progresses to a “one bounce/one dribble, snap”. Variations include using one ball […]
You Have Served and Served Well
By: Adam Sarancik Author of: Coaching Champions for Life There are very few certainties in life. In coaching, one of those certainties is that no matter the season, no matter the league, no matter the […]
Practice Intensity with Kim Barnes Arico – Univ. of Michigan
Watch as Coach Kim Barnes Arico explains how her team wants to be the hardest working team in America and how to achieve this. The managers and staff keep practice points everyday which are based […]
Contesting Shots and Boxouts with Wes Miller – Univ. of Cincinnati
Watch as Coach Wes Miller explains, and with players demonstrates contesting shots and boxouts. Their rule on contesting a shot is to hit the ground and come back in to find the ball to help […]
Don’t Take Yourself Too Seriously with Andre Cook – St. Edwards Univ.
Watch as Coach Andre Cook recommends not to take yourself too seriously but take what you do seriously. He thinks sometimes you need to laugh at yourself, and be able to enjoy the kids. Enjoy […]
The Lessons of Socks and Shoes
By: Alan Stein, Jr. Originally Published in: Raise Your Game Controlling the controllables also comes down to basic preparation: being ready when and where others are not. John Wooden won ten National Championships with the […]
5-on-0 Motion Drill with Mike White – Univ. of Georgia
Watch as Coach Mike White explains, and players demonstrate this 5-on-0 motion drill. The drill works on staggers, screens, and basket cuts. The players must check the defensive position while keeping good spacing and sprinting […]
Model, Teach, Test, Reward with Stephen Mackey – 2Words Character Development
Watch as Stephen Mackey discusses how leadership is critical in the teaching progression of athletes. He explains “Model, Teach, Test, Reward” as a method of teaching that produces results. How you, as a coach, works […]
Circle Shooting Drill with Kevin McMillan – Univ. of Tennessee at Martin
Watch as Coach Kevin McMillan explains, and players demonstrate the Circle Shooting Drill. This is a four-minute drill with the goal of making 142 buckets. Start the drill with layups moving to the block and […]
The Five Most Powerful Words in Coaching
By: Adam Sarancik Author of: Coaching Champions for Life Coaches tap into infinite resources to teach their players the fundamentals and mechanics of their sport, and yet, they often fail to tap into the most […]
Relationships Are Key with Tom Izzo – Michigan State Univ.
Watch as Coach Tom Izzo explains that developing relationships is key at any level. Relationships take time and require a coach to figure out what a player does, what they want and what they are […]
Player Development with Liam Simmons – Colorado Christian Univ.
Watch as Coach Liam Simmons explains that great programs are balanced in being competitively spirited on the court as well as having high-functioning athletes off the court. He believes that talent never trumps character and […]
Great Cuts Drill with Mike Brey – Atlanta Hawks
Watch as Coach Mike Brey explains, and players demonstrate the Great Cuts Drill. This is a 5-on-0 half-court drill with the goal of making 7 cuts and finishing with a layup. Coach aligns the players, […]
Working With Sports Psychology Consultants
By: Dan Gould & Cliff Mallett Originally Published in: Sport Coaches Handbook Provided by: Human Kinetics Research shows that with directed effort, coaches can learn the importance of teaching mental and life skills and change […]
Passing Drills with Ronnie Hamilton – Univ. of Louisville
Watch as Coach Ronnie Hamilton explains, and players demonstrate these passing drills. The players must be able to pass the ball with either hand and execute the pass under pressure. Coach will show clips of […]
3-Pass Shooting Drill with Nancy Fahey – (Retired) Univ. of Illinois
Watch as Coach Nancy Fahey explains and players demonstrate this 3-pass shooting drill. This is a penetration and passing drill; all the players involved will take a shot.
Individual vs. Team with Tommy Amaker – Harvard Univ.
Watch as Coach Tommy Amaker discusses the importance in today’s game of stressing the team over the individual. He talks about selfish players and shares a saying in his program that ‘good teams have good […]
System Shooting Warmup with Andy Bronkema – Ferris State Univ.
Watch as Coach Andy Bronkema explains, and players demonstrate this system shooting warmup drill. The drill starts with fast break shooting with rip drives, jab steps, catch and shoot, then shot fakes. The players move […]
2-Side Cutting Drill: 3-on-2 or 3-on-3 with Kyle Lintelman – McKinney Boyd High School (TX)
Watch as Coach Kyle Lintelman explains and shows practice video of this 2-side cutting and driving drill. This is a great, effective drill for teams with a 5-out offense with no post player, teaching players […]
Coaching Yourself: Managing Your Emotions
By: Rainer Martens & Robin S. Vealey Originally Published in: Successful Coaching Just like athletes, coaches must manage their emotions to perform effectively. Your personal example of managing your anxiety is a powerful model for […]
Transition Offense with Neiman Ford – Duncanville High School (TX)
Disclaimer: Technical difficulties at the event venue could possibly impact the production quality of the video but does not hinder the quality of the information. Watch as Coach Neiman Ford discusses transition offense. Coach explains […]
4 Out 1 In Motion with Chris Mudge – Sam Houston State Univ.
Disclaimer: Technical difficulties at the event venue could possibly impact the production quality of the video but does not hinder the quality of the information. Watch as Coach Chris Mudge discusses 4 out 1 in […]