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One of the most difficult duties of a coach is leading his team by example to bounce back after a loss-especially an underachieving performance or a bad loss of any kind. Yet, over the years I’m not sure I’ve ever seen or heard a coach address this topic except for vague references to a 24-Hour…
Most coaches probably went into the profession because they love the game and they love building relationships with players, whatever age that may be. However, more and more coaches are having to deal a lot with another group of people: parents. While it can be difficult and stressful, building a relationship with your players’ parents…
Great list to share or print off for your team. Every player can run as hard as possible back on defense. Do things that please your coach. This tactic usually helps to get playing time. Choose advisors outside your program sparingly and carefully. Want to be selfish on offense? Get every offensive rebound and beat…
By now the story of Steph Curry has been well documented and even mythified. Whether the 6-0, 160 lb., 3 Star recruit had one, three or 7 offers out of HS is no longer relevant. His father Dell’s alma mater, Virginia Tech, reportedly only offered him a walk-on spot and I can guarantee they would…
Have a professional screen your athletes and improve imbalances. Asymmetries or lack of symmetry from opposing sides of the body or muscle groups is a precursor to injury. Specifically look for tight ankles through Dorsi-Flexion and Valgus Knees. A Valgus knee is when the knees track inward (knocked knees). 2. Improve mobility at the ankle…
It’s no secret that cuts, curls, replacements and flares have been lost arts in basketball. Dribble-drive and screen/roll oriented offenses came into vogue and players were forced to comply with coaches’ systems and drive gaps, spot up for triple attempts, set ball screens or use ball screens (even when the individual players might not be…