Should you tell players their roles in preseason or let roles sort out in games? Both sides of the timing debate and a practical plan for high school coaches.
Should You Tell Players Their Roles in Preseason? Read More »
Should coaches pick team captains, let players vote, or skip captains entirely? The pros and cons of each, plus the hybrid approach I trust for young teams.
Should Coaches Pick Team Captains or Let Players Vote? Read More »
Should you use running as punishment in basketball? A fair look at both sides, plus better ways to build accountability without making kids hate conditioning.
Should You Use Running as Punishment in Basketball? Read More »
Is the mile run still worth it for basketball? Both sides of the timed conditioning test debate, plus a better test that fits how the game is actually played.
Is the Mile Run Still Worth It for Basketball? Read More »
How long should a freshman or JV practice be? Here is how to choose between 90 minutes and 2.5 hours, and how to build a shorter practice that gets more done.
How Long Should a Freshman or JV Practice Be? Read More »
Day one of practice: install your offense, or start with culture and conditioning? Both sides of the debate and a first practice plan you can actually run.
Day One of Practice: Install Offense or Build Culture First? Read More »
Fewer kids coming out for basketball? Practical ways to get more players in the gym before tryouts, from open gyms and recruiting to keeping the kids you have.
Fewer Kids Coming Out for Basketball? How to Get More Players in the Gym Read More »
Posted list, email or face to face? How players learn they were cut matters. Compare each method and pick the one that fits your numbers, staff and schedule.
Posted List, Email or Face to Face: How Should Players Learn They Were Cut? Read More »
Fall sport athletes who miss basketball tryouts: guaranteed spot or earn it like everyone else? A fair policy that protects your roster and your team culture.
Fall Sport Athletes Who Miss Tryouts: Guaranteed Spot or Earn It? Read More »
Should you cut at the freshman level or keep everyone who shows up? Both sides of the debate, the real tradeoffs, and a plan your program can actually run.
Should You Cut at the Freshman Level? Read More »
