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Monday, November 11, 2024

Basketball - Eating My Own Cooking (Developmental Material)

I sent this starter set to my son the other day for my eight year-old granddaughter Caitlin (her mother's maiden name is Clark, I kid you not).  

Obviously, starting out the drills should be close to the basket. Basketball is a game of separation and finishing.

Street cred? My graduates in D1
Cecilia Kay - frosh at American, 12.5 ppg, 9.5 rpg (2 games) 
Samantha Dewey - junior at Richmond, 15 points yesterday 


2. Compendium
Attack mentality. Choose from a 'menu' of improvements. Invest the time to review multiple videos. You don't need to develop every one. 
3. Box drills  (absolutely great drills) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zwmyJF0s6gA&t=1s
4. Athleticism drills  (sport rewards explosive athletes)  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=szJXg72tyZ8&t=437s


Brad Stevens was asked, "What's the one thing that you look for when hiring a coach or drafting a new player?" His answer was just two words. Brad may now be the GM of the Boston Celtics, but his answer hasn't changed in over 15 years since coaching at Butler. He said, "Competitive Character" He defines Competitive Character as the approach to consistently perform well, regardless of the circumstances. It's combining character with the drive and will to do your best. Brad said, "I believe strongly in competitive character. People that will prepare well, people that care about their team, and when the lights are on - can focus on their task and do their job well, regardless of circumstances." • It means doing the work. • It means choosing to be resilient. • It means having a growth-mindset. • It means being a person of integrity.

Yes. It's too much. But it's a start. 

Lagniappe. Excellent thoughts on man defense. 

Lagniappe 2. Muffet McGraw argues for the character building values of sport.