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November 29, 2023
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Strategy/Philosophy

CoachesClipboard.net

Developing a Basketball Coaching Philosophy

Crafting a coaching philosophy involves authenticity, effective teaching, organization, continuous learning and prioritizing player development and enjoyment beyond win-loss outcomes. Read »


DimeAthletics.com

Exploring 5 Distinct Coaching Philosophies

Essential for basketball coaches is crafting a player-friendly coaching philosophy that aligns with their personality and teaching method, a key factor in achieving personal and team success. Read »


CoachBasketball.net

Embracing Ted Lasso’s Coaching Philosophy

Ted Lasso's acclaimed TV series, centered on an American football coach in English soccer, not only captivates with its narrative but also offers valuable coaching insights applicable to basketball. Read »

Offense Drills/Plays

CoachLynchBasketball.com

Skill Development Practice Concepts

Emphasizing fundamental skills like ball-handling, finishing, shooting, and decision-making transcends specific offensive systems, forming the core essentials for success. Read »


CoachAD.com

Diverse Warmup Ball Handling Drills

Having some variety in our warmup segment leads to better concentration. In our ball handling drill, we encourage the players to keep their heads up and look at the basket at the other end of the floor. Read »


HoopMentality.com

How To Beat a 2–3 Zone Defense

Are you wondering how to beat a 2-3 zone defense? As basketball coaches, we often face the challenge of finding effective strategies to overcome this defensive scheme. Read »

Defense Drills/Plays

BreakthroughBasketball.com

The 7 BEST Basketball Defense Drills

These drills are from defensive expert Jim Huber. At the high school level, he’s trained NBA players such as Michael Porter Jr, Willie Cauley-Stein, Alec Burks, and Semi Ojeleye. Read »


BasketballForCoaches.com

5 Defensive Drills to Lock Down Any Opponent

To develop a great defensive team, players must learn correct defensive technique and understand where they should be on the court depending on who they're guarding and the position of the basketball. Read »


Online-Basketball-Drills.com

Teaching the 1-3-1 Zone Defense

I start the teaching process in the classroom, illustrating on the whiteboard the setup and player numbering for our 1-3-1 defense, which is then replicated on the court during practical sessions. Read »

Miscellaneouss

BasketballHQ.com

Preparation for Special Game Situations

Just a few possessions often determine the outcome of a basketball game. Those outcomes can add up in regards to wins and losses and determine how successful you view your season as a whole. Read »