In some instances, switching within a possession is necessary regardless of halfcourt philosophy. Yet, it is increasingly popular amongst the coaching community to switch everything due to the growing trend of positionless basketball on offense. There are pros and cons to any strategy, but when deciding if switching man-to-man will be effective my recommendation would be to start by observing the team's profile and disposition.
Final 5 Minutes: Spurs vs. Suns
Another late-game breakdown to cover coaching with a lead and a deficit. All about getting stops versus hitting shots, and all the coaching in between to increase the odds of winning depending on which side of the scoreboard your on given the time and situation.
Last 90 Seconds Of WNBA Finals
The Las Vegas Aces won their second consecutive WNBA title, fending off the New York Liberty's late comeback. Jumped in the film room to look at the last 90 seconds to discuss late game strategy, time-outs, and does it even matter.
From Positionless Offense To Positionless Defense: Should Teams Play More Zone Defense?
Today's offensive players can effectively shoot from 30 feet, or potentially put 5 different people in a screening situation to hunt a high-percentage matchup. There are not enough poorly called charges in a game to make up for the offensive advantage in today's game. So what are coaches to do?
The Trig Approach: Zone “Flo” Offense & Form Shooting
The book section discussed provides insight into the strategy behind zone defense in basketball, detailing Coach Dodd's "Flo" zone offensive concepts and the "Box Theory." It also lists five useful zone actions and the concept of 'Trig Approach'- a free-flowing offense blending different play techniques. The importance of developing effective shooters and the author's guidelines for shooting mechanics are also highlighted.
Basketball Playbook: Built On Series & Sequencing
There is no hiding anymore from a scouting perspective. One way to keep the defense guessing during a string of possessions comes from masking what appears to be the same action only subsequently tweaked, either to bait the defense or due to a defensive vulnerability. This post breaks down 2 different offensive series in a system and how to effectively sequence those actions together.
The Trig Approach: “Collinear” Offense Vs. Man-To-Man Defense
After detailing Principles & Designs in our 1st discussion on The Trig Approach it's time to flow into the "Collinear" halfcourt offense versus traditional man-to-man defense.
Is Your Network, Not Working?
Networking is about timing. Being at the right place, at the right time to connect with someone. Then taking additional time to cultivate said relationships by asking reflective questions, exhibiting acts of support, or consistently being available. Eventually, a time will come when opportunity intersects with mutual acquaintances and the foot in the door is twice as wide because of your net-working.
The Trig Approach: Principles & Design
Don't worry, this book doesn't require a graphic calculator. What The Trig Approach does include are details of an offensive system designed around commonly used 3-man actions without positional constraints. Every offense has it's own language; learn about 3>5, stress & stretch or a crack vs. hook in this week's Book Club.
Are We Witnessing The Decline Of A True Point Guard?
Combo Guards, Point Forwards, and Stretch Bigs - "Oh my." So, does the point guard even exist anymore? The answer is yes, and I'd argue that their value has never been higher. Coming from a former floor general, I'm biased but I'll try to break down why from a coaching perspective.
Coach's Climb 