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The 3 Types of Bigs-- "The Space Eater"

Preface:This is the second entry is my "The 3 Types of Bigs" blog series. Once again these are written from a player development POV. Comments/Feedback welcome...The next type of Big I would like to talk about is what I call “The Space Eater.” This is your individual who takes up space in the interior and gives muscle to your team. They’re usually good on the boards and good position defenders in the post. They can push people around and set good screens for shooters or play well in the pick…See More
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The 3 Types of Bigs-- "The Space Eater"

Preface:This is the second entry is my "The 3 Types of Bigs" blog series. Once again these are written from a player development POV. Comments/Feedback welcome...The next type of Big I would like to talk about is what I call “The Space Eater.” This is your individual who takes up space in the interior and gives muscle to your team. They’re usually good on the boards and good position defenders in the post. They can push people around and set good screens for shooters or play well in the pick…See More
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The 3 Types of Bigs--"The Protector"

Preface: This is my first blog on the first type of the 3 "Specialist Bigs", this is written from a player development POV so I'm sure others will have different takes on what I suggest...Open Discussion welcomeThe 3 Types of Bigs: #1 ‘The Protector” As I spoke of in my last entry, I believe that the “Bigs” of today have evolved into specialists. When I use the term ‘specialist”, the definition is that the player is extremely skilled in one particular area, so much so that they can dominate or…See More
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The 3 Types of Bigs--"The Protector"

Preface: This is my first blog on the first type of the 3 "Specialist Bigs", this is written from a player development POV so I'm sure others will have different takes on what I suggest...Open Discussion welcomeThe 3 Types of Bigs: #1 ‘The Protector” As I spoke of in my last entry, I believe that the “Bigs” of today have evolved into specialists. When I use the term ‘specialist”, the definition is that the player is extremely skilled in one particular area, so much so that they can dominate or…See More
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Scott Hamby commented on Scott Hamby's blog post De-Evolution of the Back-to-the-Basket Big
"I am glad you agree with me, Don...I feel honored..I thought the King Rice reference was pretty clever Coach Brown, I can't disagree with you in that things go in cycle..But with scoring at all-time lows, coaches may  have to re-focus on…"
Monday
Randy Brown commented on Scott Hamby's blog post De-Evolution of the Back-to-the-Basket Big
"It will return in a few years...all things go in cycles. Unfortunately coaches have stopped teaching players to post, seal, and command the ball due to the game changing...we bought into the perimeter game---but it's on the way back in my…"
May 17
Don Emigholz commented on Scott Hamby's blog post De-Evolution of the Back-to-the-Basket Big
"First and for most I love this type of talk.   For once I agree whole heartedly with you, but of course I would like to add my two cents and it may not be worth that... I blame the demise of the big man play on Dr. J. Yes, Doctor Jay- Julius…"
May 16
Scott Hamby's blog post was featured

De-Evolution of the Back-to-the-Basket Big

The De-Evolution of the Back-to-the-Basket BigIf you’ve watched, coached, played or refereed any basketball in the last decade, the basketball purist has seen a steady decline of back-to-the-basket big play like Chamberlain, Abdul-Jabbar, Moses, or yes, even the overly pugnacious Bill Walton (I can still only take his commentary in small doses). With the game moving at an even faster pace and the institutional popularity of the three-point shot, the inside post game has become less prevalent.…See More
May 15
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Scott Hamby posted a blog post

De-Evolution of the Back-to-the-Basket Big

The De-Evolution of the Back-to-the-Basket BigIf you’ve watched, coached, played or refereed any basketball in the last decade, the basketball purist has seen a steady decline of back-to-the-basket big play like Chamberlain, Abdul-Jabbar, Moses, or yes, even the overly pugnacious Bill Walton (I can still only take his commentary in small doses). With the game moving at an even faster pace and the institutional popularity of the three-point shot, the inside post game has become less prevalent.…See More
May 15
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Brian Williams left a comment for Scott Hamby
"Stationed at Brooka AFB, Kadena AB 2X, Ft Meade 2X, Osan AB , Kelly AFB, AFNORTH in The Netherlands. Best assignment - The Netherlands."
May 1
Brian Williams commented on Scott Hamby's blog post When should change a player's shot?
"If a player is struggling with their shooting, I can't imagine allowing them to struggle.  If you have video tape you have to study it to see if there is something they are doing differently in his technique.  If so, we have to…"
Apr 30
Brian Williams left a comment for Scott Hamby
"Retired in 1998 from the Air Force (202X0B/209/1N6/1N0).  I played intramurals and base level basketball while in the Air Force.  Played with and against some really great players.  I would imagine you had the same experience. …"
Apr 30
Jean-Luc Songa Butera commented on Scott Hamby's blog post When should change a player's shot?
"All the things you've noticed about a player's shot must be put in writing and adressed IN THE OFF SEASON! There you can have your plan of attack depending on the player you will be working with. As a coach you cannot afford to burden…"
Apr 13
Scott Hamby commented on Scott Hamby's blog post When should change a player's shot?
"Coach Randall, I won't disagree with you that the majority of work with a player's shot should be done in the offseason. However, if a player is really struggling in-season, I think you can make minor tweaks. Extra shooting as we could all…"
Apr 12
Coach Randall commented on Scott Hamby's blog post When should change a player's shot?
"Offseason. Never during season....."
Apr 11
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When should change a player's shot?

Another topic that I believe is a hot topic in player development is when or if you should change a player’s shot? There are some coaches out there who think that as long as it’s’ going in, don’t change anything. While that may be true, I think you have to take a hard look at the consistency of the shot and how often the player can repeat his or her current technique enough to have consistent success because as we all know, successful shooting is fleeting like a leaf in a strong wind, it comes…See More
Apr 10
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Hometown:
Taylorsville, NC
Gender Coached
Boys
Playing Experience
High School, JUCO
School
Alexander Central High School, Caldwell Junior College
Education
Bachelor's degree in Aviation Safety, currently working on Masters in Sports leadership from Duquesne University
Short Bio
17-yr AF vet whose passion is basketball. have coached/played AF intramurals after joining AF after a few years of college. Also member of Neuse River Officials Association. Want to be a coach at high school/college level or a scout when I retire from AF.
Work History
USAF

Did some sports writing in college

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The 3 Types of Bigs-- "The Space Eater"

Preface:This is the second entry is my "The 3 Types of Bigs" blog series. Once again these are written from a player development POV. Comments/Feedback welcome...

The next type of Big I would like to talk about is what I call “The Space Eater.” This is your individual who takes up space in the interior and gives muscle to your team. They’re usually good on the boards and good position defenders in the post. They can push people around and set good screens for shooters or play well in…

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Posted on May 25, 2013 at 11:30am

The 3 Types of Bigs--"The Protector"

Preface: This is my first blog on the first type of the 3 "Specialist Bigs", this is written from a player development POV so I'm sure others will have different takes on what I suggest...Open Discussion welcome

The 3 Types of Bigs: #1 ‘The Protector”

As I spoke of in my last entry, I believe that the “Bigs” of today have evolved into specialists. When I use the term ‘specialist”, the definition is that the player is extremely skilled in one particular area, so much so…

Continue

Posted on May 20, 2013 at 8:44pm

De-Evolution of the Back-to-the-Basket Big

The De-Evolution of the Back-to-the-Basket Big

If you’ve watched, coached, played or refereed any basketball in the last decade, the basketball purist has seen a steady decline of back-to-the-basket big play like Chamberlain, Abdul-Jabbar, Moses, or yes, even the overly pugnacious Bill Walton (I can still only take his commentary in small doses). With the game moving at an even faster pace and the institutional popularity of the three-point shot, the inside post game has become less…

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Posted on May 14, 2013 at 11:25pm — 3 Comments

Steph Curry & Klay Thompson use of elevator screens

Found this video on how the GS warriors use a modified version of the flex to set-up their superb shooters

http://ballislife.com/golden-state-warriors-use-elevator-screens-to-get-steph-curry-and-klay-thompson-wide-open-shots/

 

 

Posted on April 9, 2013 at 9:25am

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At 8:42am on May 1, 2013, Brian Williams said…
Stationed at Brooka AFB, Kadena AB 2X, Ft Meade 2X, Osan AB
, Kelly AFB, AFNORTH in The Netherlands. Best assignment - The Netherlands.
At 7:37am on April 30, 2013, Brian Williams said…

Retired in 1998 from the Air Force (202X0B/209/1N6/1N0).  I played intramurals and base level basketball while in the Air Force.  Played with and against some really great players.  I would imagine you had the same experience.  How's that Masters program working for you?

 
 
 

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