As a basketball coach, you know that introducing new concepts or changing habits can be challenging, especially with young players. Some players may resist changing their habits or playing style, even if it’s for the betterment of the team. In this blog post, we’ll explore some practical tips to help you motivate your players to […]
They say teamwork makes the dream work—but what happens when you and your assistant coach hit the floor during practice?? I was very lucky to work with and observe many coaches during my time at Club Estudiantes, and I was able to learn the ins and outs of coaching staff dynamics at a high level […]
If you’ve ever coached young basketball players, you’ve probably noticed that they tend to group together and chase the ball. This behaviour can make it difficult for your team to move the ball effectively and score points. One solution to this problem is to introduce spacing to your players. Here are some tips on how […]
Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. As a youth basketball coach, it is essential to have empathy for your players. Empathy allows you to understand your players’ needs and motivations, and to create an environment that fosters growth and development. Here are some key reasons why empathy is important […]
Planning a successful youth basketball season requires careful consideration and preparation. From setting team goals to developing practice schedules and strategies, there are many factors that can impact the success of your team. In this blog post, I will share some tips and strategies for planning a successful youth basketball season that I learned during […]
Basketball is a fast-paced and exciting sport that requires skill, strategy, and teamwork. A creative youth basketball coach can make a significant impact on young players, helping them to develop their skills, build their confidence, and instill a lifelong love of the game. At Club Estudiantes, my mind was blown by the creativity of the […]
Planning a basketball season at Club Estudiantes required careful consideration of both macro and micro cycles. This was an alien concept to me so I took a huge interest upon arriving in Madrid, getting my hands on as many season plans as possible. The macro cycle is the overall structure of the season, including the […]
Teaching spacing is an essential component of youth basketball as it can have a significant impact on a player’s ability to score, pass, and ultimately, win games. At Club Estudiantes where I spent two season I saw that the coaches taught spacing almost daily one way or another. I will explain the importance of teaching […]
At Club Estudiantes, the club prioritised teaching youth players about spacing in basketball. Here are some ways they approached teaching spacing to young players: Emphasising the importance of spacing: Coaches explained to players that proper spacing is crucial to creating scoring opportunities and making the offense work effectively. They may demonstrate how crowded areas […]
Teaching the Euro Step using a games approach is an effective method for developing players’ skills in a dynamic, realistic and engaging way. A games approach has been the bread and butter approach for teaching basketball for decades in Spain. The games approach involves creating game-like scenarios that replicate the specific skills and movements […]