Four Player Rebounding Drill – “Crashing the Board”
In today's video blog post, we are spotlighting a very aggressive rebounding drill that will tell coaches which players have the heart and desire to play. This rebounding drill teaches
Coaching & Practice Plan Spotlight: State Championship Coach Anthony Jones
A good practice plan is key to creating confident athletes and a winning season for your team. Today's practice plan spotlight featuring state championship head coach Anthony Jones talks about
UCLA Shooting Drill
In today's video blog post, we are talking about an awesome shooting drill for working on quick shot accuracy and footwork - the UCLA shooting drill. Key Pointers It's important that we
2 Awesomely Fun Basketball Drills for Kids!
In today's blog post, I am sharing more fun basketball drills for kids!“ These fun basketball drills are based on traditional children's games like "Red Light, Green Light" and "Simon
The Cut and Dribble Drill Series
The Cut and Dribble Drill Series In today's video blog post, we are talking about basketball dribbling and a great dribble drill series called the “Cut and Dribble” series. You will
Improving on the Defensive End – Basketball Defense & Blocking Out
In today's blog post, I have chosen a topic that I have a great deal of passion and hopefully a modest amount of success in, that being basketball defense, blocking
Basketball Shooting Drill – The “Quick Six” Drill
Quick Six Drill This is a great basketball shooting drill that can be used for warmups before your practice or games. “ It's called the “Quick Six” drill, and this basketball shooting
Coaching & Practice Plan Spotlight: State Championship Coach John Cherne III
Coaching Philosophy: Basketball is a game that incorporates athletic ability and academics. In order to be successful as a team, we will rely on a fundamental style of basketball. Each student/athlete
Basketball Dribbling Drill: The “Wolf” or Chase Drill
In today's video blog post, we are talking about the Chase Drill or "Wolf" dribbling drill. Chase Drill or "Wolf" Dribbling Drill This dribbling drill is great because it offensively works on
Fun Basketball Drills for Kids: Silly Speed Relays & 3-Legged Basketball
In today's blog post, we are talking about some fun basketball drills for kids, that will help improve their speed and teamwork skills, all while having a great time. These
Turning The Ballhandler
In today's video blog post, we are talking about one of my favorite basketball defense tips - teaching your players to turn the ballhandler and stop penetration. The exact footwork
Basketball Offense: How to Run a Killer Spread Triangle
In today's blog post, we are talking about basketball offense, and how to run a killer spread triangle play. “ This is a spread triangle that I developed specifically for my
Defensive Drill: 1 on 1 Kick The Can
Today we're looking at a great defensive drill to help with your ability to stay in front of the offensive player. Don't shy away from contact! 1 on 1 Kick The
Coaching & Practice Plan Spotlight: 3-Time State Championship Coach Markus Okeson
Coaching Philosophy: Make our athletes TEAM basketball players within a successful program. Function as a family with a goal of becoming better people. Strive to have each and every player within the program
Top 5 Half Court Basketball Defense Secrets
In today's video blog, we are sharing some great Half Court Basketball Defense Secrets! From getting your basketball defense set and keeping pressure on the ball, to stopping penetration and
Crazy Conditioning Relays for Building Arm Strength!
Crazy Conditioning Relays for Kids! Kids seldom start playing basketball with the arm strength they need to play the game later on in life. While youth basketball coaches should not necessarily
Benefits of a Motion Offense
A Motion Offense is a flexible system where you read the defense and read your teammates, and then play off of what you see happening around you. Motion Offense is
Game Speed Shooting Drill
Mental toughness is a key to winning. In order to reach your goals in your successful journey, you must possess mental toughness. You can always perform at the highest level,