Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate this drive shooting drill. The player must give a good shot fake and drive to their right using one dribble to shoot a layup. Repeat the process driving […]
Kick-Step Closeout Drill in the Pack Line Defense with Jacey Brooks – Univ. at Buffalo
Watch as Coach Jacey Brooks explains that she teaches a 3-step kick-step closeout drill, especially on ball movement to the baseline. Players demonstrate this movement in a shell drill.
Get Back Transition Drill with Ryan Cottingham – Spring Arbor Univ.
Need a new advantage/disadvantage drill? Watch as Coach Ryan Cottingham demonstrates this get back drill that focuses on developing transition play.
Post Footwork Series with Kadi Creel – DeSoto HS (TX)
Watch as Coach emphasizes how they teach guard skills on the block as well as the perimeter. She explains, and players demonstrate a series of post moves from the block. Make sure you work these […]
The Importance of Mindset
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 – West Virginia 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.
Horns: Diagonal to a Down Screen with Jason Martens
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate this ‘diagonal into a down screen’ play and the three different entries they use. All three options for this play start in a horns set as the offense […]
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 […]
Shuffle Lane Ball Handling with Kadi Creel – DeSoto HS (TX)
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate this shuffle lane ball handling drill. The drill starts with the ball inside a plastic grocery bag in the right hand of the players. The bag makes the […]
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 – Univ. at Buffalo
Watch as Coach Jacey Brooks discusses the main measurable statistics that the pack line defense focuses on improving.
Defensive Musts with Stan Van Gundy
Watch as Coach Stan Van Gundy discusses five core defensive concepts that are necessary for building a well-rounded defense.
3 Lines to Box Drill with Marisa Moseley – Univ. of Wisconsin
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate the 3 Lines to Box Drill. The drill starts at half court with a 3-man weave that involves passing, catching, rebounding, and the big shot. On the 3rd […]
Managing Your Stress Level with Andre Cook – St. Edward’s 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 position-less game and […]
3-on-3 Baseline Closeout Drill with Grant McCasland – Texas Tech Univ.
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.
Red Light/Green Light Shooting Drill with Kelly Graves – Univ. of Oregon
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate this 5-minute timed red light/green light shooting drill. There is one shooter with a rebounder and a passer. There are 7 shooting spots around the arc and the […]
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 – Texas Tech Univ.
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.