Practice is a place for problem solving.
— Chris Oliver (@BBallImmersion) March 18, 2024
Overly explicit instruction can stifle critical thinking skills. By giving players too much direction, we take away the opportunity for them to analyze situations and make their own decisions, which is crucial for competitive situations. pic.twitter.com/CKcTULPD2A
I love practice. That's not enough. Practice must help players solve game problems.
Individual Growth
- Skill
- Strategy
- Physical development
- Psychological growth (Resilience)
Four Factors:
- Shooting (EFG%) - game-like shooting conditions
- Turnover reduction - versus pressure, advantage-disadvantage
- Rebounding
- Attacking the basket - 1-on-1, off the catch, off-the-dribble, PnR
- Spacing
- Player movement
- Ball movement
- The Scoring Moment
"Our goal is to get 3 stops in a row seven times in a game. If you get this, 90% of the time you will win the game." – Dwayne Casey
— Coach the Coaches (@WinningCoaches) March 28, 2024
Lagniappe 2. Talk wins.
“You can always hear a good team.
— Hoop Herald (@TheHoopHerald) March 29, 2024
The bad teams… you never hear. They don’t ever talk.”
(Via @DanCasey 🎥)
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Lagniappe 3. Gratitude.
Shaka Smart talking about adversity and gratitude.
— Buckets Basketball (@BucketsBBALL1) March 29, 2024
Listen to his authenticity.
Great leaders care.
“I love these guys. I don’t want the season to end.”
“Been through a lot of adversity this year. Getting this guy back right on time was perfect.”
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Lagniappe 4. "We show up with full intensity."
Competing isn't just about showing up; it's about leveling up.
— The Winning Difference (@thewinningdiff1) March 28, 2024
It's a skill that demands your best effort, every single day.
The greatest opponent that you'll ever face is the potential you have yet to reach.
Outwork, outlast, and outperform every single day. pic.twitter.com/VieAXETPfQ