By: Joseph M. Hoedel, Ph.D. Provided by: Character Development & Leadership “My hunger is not for success, it is for excellence. Because when you attain excellence, success just naturally follows.” For the first time in […]
Mental Toughness with Sue Guevara (Retired)
Watch as Coach Sue Guevara discusses mental toughness with her squad after a practice session. She emphasizes how players need to push themselves when uncomfortable and also need to work on changing the situation when […]
Mastering Offensive and Defensive Fundamentals
By: Tony Bennett – University of Virginia Originally Published in: Time Out Magazine Provided by: National Association of Basketball Coaches At the University of Virginia we are committed to mastering the fundamentals of the game. […]
Rebounding: Toss and Turn Drill with Jerry Krause
Watch as Coach Jerry Krause explains and players demonstrate this toss and turn rebounding drill. This drill can be used twice a week for a five-minute period. The rebounder must angle reach for the ball […]
Defense: Switch All Screens with Paul Kelly – (Retired) De La Salle High School (LA)
Watch as Coach Paul Kelly explains that opponents try to exploit mismatches and, by switching all screens, it will disrupt their offense. Coach believes that this is the most effective method based on limited practice […]
Outside Foot Layup Drill
By: Ryan Goodson Originally Published in: Basketball Essentials Provided by: Human Kinetics When I watch youth basketball practices, I am confused when coaches use only the inside-foot layup. There are many situations in the game […]
Overcoming Adversity On and Off the Court with Avery Johnson – Univ. of Alabama
Watch as Coach Avery Johnson speaks about overcoming adversity on and off the court. He encourages coaches to talk to their players about competitive spirit, being coachable, practice habits, and being a good teammate.
Post Player Chair Drills with JR Blount – Iowa State Univ.
Watch as Coach JR Blount explains and post players demonstrate these chair progression drills with emphasis on ripping the ball below your knees with momentum and exploding on the finish.
Understanding Motivation and the Learning Process
By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics Effective coaches devote considerable time to identifying and creating training activities for their athletes. But even the most creative and engaging […]
The 20-Minute Basketball Strength Workout
Most basketball players spend plenty of time on the court during the summer. With schedules that include travel tournaments, pick-up games and other skills training, it can be hard to get to the weight room.
But strength training is essential…
Beilein’s Drill with Keith Dambrot – Duquesne University
Watch as Coach Keith Dambrot explains and players demonstrate Beilein’s pre-practice drill.
Building a Culture of Self-Confidence with Stephani Gray – Lakeridge HS (TX)
Watch as Coach Stephani Gray discusses the importance of building self-confidence in her players. No matter what the home environment is, she wants her players to feel that they have a safe environment within the […]
How to Create a Killer Crossover Without a Basketball
Perhaps no move in basketball is more devastating than the crossover. Players like Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and Derrick Rose consistently embarrass defenders with this one simple move. To build their crossover skills, most players focus on…
Finishing: Pro Hop with Joe Wootten – Bishop O’Connell HS (VA)
“Keep the ball high and your feet wide!”, says Coach Joe Wootten of Bishop O’Connell HS (VA) as he teaches two variations of the pro hop finishing move.
Half-Court Offense: 1-4 High Sets with Felisha Legette-Jack – University of Buffalo
In this session, University of Buffalo Head Women’s basketball coach Felisha Legette-Jack demonstrates several 1-4 high half court offensive sets that have worked for her program. Coach Legette-Jack also spends time discussing her philosophy on […]
Pack Line Defensive Drill Work with Jacey Brooks – Univ. at Buffalo
In this session, SUNY Cortland Head Coach Jacey Brooks shares why it is important for teams to have a defensive philosophy and why her teams run the pack line defense. In addition to showing several […]
7 Point Defensive Drill with Vic Schaefer – MS ST. Univ.
Watch as Coach Vic Schaefer explains and players demonstrate this individual one on one drill with emphasis on the seven key points of defensive fundamentals.
3 on 3 No Dribble Drill – Mike Procopio
Watch as Coach Mike Procopio explains and players demonstrate this 3 on 3 no dribble development drill. Players must use ball movement, cutting, and screens to get a shot.
What is Your Team Known for? You Can’t Be Great at all Things.
By: Andy Bronkema – Ferris State Univ. Originally Published in: Time Out Magazine Provided by: National Association of Basketball Coaches One thing we choose to spend our time on at Ferris State is rebounding. We […]
Catch and Shoot Drill with Danielle Viglione – Sacramento Skills Academy
Watch as Coach Danielle Viglione explains and players demonstrate this catch and shoot drill with emphasis on movement, footwork, pullups, and catch and shoot.
Half Court Sets: Motion with Josh Gamblin
Watch as Coach Josh Gamblin explains and players demonstrate this motion set that generates ball movement and fake action when the offense is stagnant.
Inbounds: Box, Cross 2
By: Lee Rose Originally Published in: Winning Basketball Fundamentals Provided by: Human Kinetics Sometimes the simplest plays are the most effective ones. The box set can be highly successful and easily disguised. Players need to […]
Elizabethtown College – Flex Offense
Over the years the Flex offense has fluctuated in popularity among both high school and college coaches. We at Elizabethtown College have run the flex with a great deal of success for the past twenty-one years. As a head high school coach for…
Two-Ball Dribble and Shoot Drill with Kate Paye – Stanford Univ.
Watch as Coach Kate Paye explains and players demonstrate this two-ball dribble and shoot drill. This drill works on passing with both hands and catch and shoot jump shots.
Core and Balance Drills with Jason Papalio
Watch as Jason Papalio explains and players demonstrate a balance drill using a Waff balance pad that works on core stability as well as ankle strength and mobility.
Coaching With an Appropriate Leadership Style
Coaching With an Appropriate Leadership Style By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics Leadership is generally defined as a process of influence. A coach’s leadership style, then, comprises […]
The Point Guard Off-Season Workout Plan
Basketball point guards are some of the best athletes in all sports. They possess incredible speed, quickness and jumping ability, yet they have the physical strength to battle with bigger and strong defenders. To improve at this position, you…
Defensive 50 Drill with Steve Schmidt – Mott CC
Watch as Coach Steve Schmidt explains and players demonstrate this half court form and technique defensive drill.
The Best Two-Ball Dribbling Drills
Dribbling with two basketballs at a time is a useful way to improve your handle and expose potential weaknesses in your off-hand. Two-ball dribbling drills…
Defending Stagger Screens – Tim Jankovich – SMU
Watch as Coach Tim Jankovich explains and players demonstrate the techniques used for defending stagger screens.