Many coaches can easily observe the relationships between coaches and senior players through the media. Even if an individual has never coached in this environment, a simple scroll through any sports news website or quick look at the sports section of a paper will reveal numerous examples of the difficulties faced by those in these positions.
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A Zone Defence can be a wonderful thing when it is working. However, it can be just as effective in proving easy scoring opportunities for a team’s opposition if not executed well. Execution is one thing and knowing when use the zone defence efficiently is another. There are some fundamental reasons why a zone defence might not be working and with a little attention to detail these once significant problems can be overcome with ease.
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A player’s Shooting Technique will need to be refined for as long as they intend to be involved with the sport of basketball. For some players this process will be more of a challenge then it is for others. The challenge however will remain even for very proficient shooters as they continue to find and define that advantage in long-range or consistent shooting.
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Coach Riches Posted in Coaching Philosophy, General Basketball Coaching, General Coaching, Planning No Comments ↓ At the heart of grass root’s programs is Youth Development. Youth development involves the focus of resources on the progression of individuals and the fulfilment of their potential. It is true that not every player will have the desire to play at the highest levels of the sport because of the commitment and sacrifice required.
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Coach Riches Posted in Coaching Philosophy, General Basketball Coaching, Offensive Philosophy, Team Offence No Comments ↓ Managing a Team Offense can be a very challenging aspect of basketball coaching. Finding the right key to unlock an opposition’s defence is one of the more pressing issues every coach faces when they take the floor. When speaking with coaches one of the motivating factors which is often discussed in regards to play or offensive system selection is “will this beat everything”?
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