How to Teach Players to Overcome Fear of Failure
You see it all the time:
A player hesitates on an open shot.
They avoid taking a risk on defense.
They hang their head after a mistake.
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Top 10 Drills for Youth Basketball Teams
When coaching youth basketball, the goal isn’t just to win games—it’s to build habits, teach fundamentals, and help young players fall in love with the game.
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Effective Zone Offense Strategies for Every Level
It doesn’t matter if you’re coaching 5th graders or varsity athletes—when a team sits back in a zone, your offense can either stall or start slicing it up. The difference? Preparation, patience, and the right strategies.
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10 Essential Warm-Up Drills for Basketball Teams
A great practice doesn’t start with the whistle. It starts with the warm-up.
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Time Management Tips for Basketball Coaches
You’re watching film at midnight, texting parents in between meetings, updating practice plans during lunch, and somehow still trying to balance your own life outside the gym.
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The Role of Visualization in Player Success
As coaches, we spend countless hours on skill development—reps at the free-throw line, film study, defensive slides, and offensive execution. But there’s a secret weapon many coaches overlook: visualization.
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Teaching Players How to Draw Charges
Drawing a charge is one of the most selfless—and underrated—plays in basketball. It doesn’t show up on many highlight reels, but it’s a momentum-shifting play that energizes the bench, frustrates opponents, and builds your team’s defensive identity. Teaching players how to draw charges the right way requires proper technique, courage, timing, and basketball IQ.
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Top Basketball Clinics Every Coach Should Attend in 2025
As a coach, one of the most powerful ways to elevate your program is by continuing to learn. That’s why basketball clinics should be part of every serious coach’s yearly calendar. They’re where strategy meets culture, where X’s and O’s get refined, and where coaches from every level come together to grow.
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How to Bounce Back After Tough Losses
Every coach faces tough losses—those moments when the scoreboard doesn’t reflect the hard work, dedication, and passion your team puts into every game.
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Keys to a Successful Fast Break Offense
Few plays in basketball energize players and fans like a fast break. A well-executed fast break offense can overwhelm opponents, rack up points quickly, and shift momentum in your team’s favor.
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