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.
The Entrepreneur Mind: Motivation
This final chapter on "Motivation" finishes up our #BookClub on The Entrepreneur Mind by Kevin D. Johnson. Coaches aren't entrepreneurs by definition, but there's a lot of shared experiences. Both paths will challenge sustainable motivation, and everyone is different in what drives daily productive that ultimately leads to lifelong pride in profession.
My Top Ten Coaching Concepts & Coaches To Follow For Each Strategy
It's one thing to accumulate quick-hitters to add to the playbook; it's another to have systematic core concepts to win games. Let's break down a list of coaching concepts that during my tenure have shown to generate competitive advantages. Attached to each concept are videos highlighting some of the best coaches to follow to learn more about each strategy.
The Entrepreneur Mind: Marketing, Sales, & Leadership
The customer is queen or king, or in other words - players are the priority! From garnering interest to shaping a value proposition for student-athletes to buy-in to program initiatives; every coach is selling an opportunity to invest in future success.
First College Head Coaching Interview Experience
If you are reading into this correctly, I didn't get the gig but it is a step in the right direction. As they say, losses are learning experience so let's break down what went right and what went wrong to prepare for the next opportunity.
Coach's Climb 