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November 22, 2023
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Strategy/Philosophy

BasketballHQ.com

Developing A Personal Basketball Coaching Philosophy

The importance of program and self-identity in coaching is highlighted, emphasizing the need for coaches to incorporate Persistence, Empathy, Authenticity, and Knowledge (P.E.A.K.) into their individual coaching styles. Read »


PGCBasketball.com

Effective Practice Planning

This comprehensive practice plan guide, complete with a blank template and instructional video, aims to equip coaches with the tools to not only conduct successful practices but also enhance player preparation. Read »


BetterBasketball.com

Inside-Out Offensive Philosophy

The author advocates an "Inside-Out" basketball strategy, emphasizing consistent lane threats in the Read & React offense and advising post players to diversify their moves for increased scoring opportunities. Read »

Offense Drills/Plays

CoachesClipboard.net

Motion Offense Drills

This article teaches motion offense to guards and post players, emphasizing adaptability to different offensive schemes and the significance of competitive 4-on-4 or 5-on-5 play to reinforce concepts. Read »


HoopsU.com

Zone Offense Techniques & Drills

Discover zone offense techniques, drills, and principles to enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and dominance of your zone offense. Read »


HoopTactics.net

Baseline Out of Bounds - Box Alignment

Baseline out-of-bounds plays in basketball are crucial for creating strategic scoring opportunities and efficiently inbound the ball, contributing to a team's overall success. Read »

Defense Drills/Plays

TeachHoops.com

3 Great Defensive Drills To Improve Help and Rotation

In basketball, creating defensive disadvantages is the goal, and the overload scramble drill effectively teaches the necessary scramble mentality for players in rotations and transition matchups. Read »


BenchBoss.ai

5 Defense Drills Every Coach Should Know

offensive emphasis often overshadows the importance of defense. However, this argument asserts that defense is now more crucial than ever, requiring coaches to focus on specific drills for solid team defense. Read »


CoachAD.com

18 Characteristics of a Good Defensive Team

Teams proficient in defensive strategies and exerting pressure on rival offenses share these 18 common characteristics. Read »

Miscellaneouss

CoachMattDennis.com

Win More Basketball Games Doing This One Thing

Discovering the most effective way to win basketball games isn't about chasing the latest trends or mimicking championship strategies. Read »