Basketball Content for Intellectual Coaches, Smart Players, Informed Parents and Students of the Game.
Now that there are a few signs that we have begun a return to some degree of normalcy, it seems the right time for players, their families and coaches to plot a semblance of an action plan if not already done. Some thoughts: I drove past an outdoor 3 on Read More
Regular readers of Hoop Coach, will recognize the concept of “playing basketball” as it applies to what players need to do when a play or set gets the offense a half-step or step advantage or worse yet, breaks down totally and the defense has the edge. Players who expect the Read More
Many coaches use the game of basketball as a metaphor for the game of life, preparing their athletes for life after basketball. After much thought – I put together my list of 5 life lessons that basketball teaches. Coaches – please comment and add to this list – it would Read More
Basketball Strength and Conditioning, above the Rim with Camp Sanderson is a basketball specific training book written by Jon Sanderson. Jon is a former Ohio State basketball player and is currently the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for Michigan Basketball. The book includes an overview of philosophy, Strength/Power development, Read More
February can be a particularly cruel month for basketball coaches. There may even be thoughts of, “When is this season going to end?” While discussing the season – coaches may lament “We are young.” Or “We just don’t have the leadership.” Or “Kids have changed!” One helpful reminder is: It’s Read More
In several articles over the years, we’ve touched on some topics that often slip through the proverbial cracks when it comes to planning practice time. Today, we’ll feature seven of them: EURO-FOUL– Accidentally, intentionally fouling players to prevent run-outs off of turnovers. The Europeans didn’t necessarily invent the tactic Read More