The Art of Teaching Basketball

"Coaching lasts for a single day. Teaching lasts forever."
--- Pete Newell, Hall Of Fame Coach

In recent years, winning has become the primary focus in sports. This is even true on the colligate and high school levels where the emphasis should be on education and learning. Coaches and programs are being evaluated by the number of games won rather than their program model and teaching abilities.

Unfortunately, along with this increased importance being placed on winning, there has been a significant slippage in coaches’ teaching skills and abilities. Constant full court games and tournaments, especially on the lower levels, have replaced teaching and skill development. However, winning is short term. The real success in coaching comes with teaching and assisting players to become the best they are capable of becoming “on” and “off” the court.

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Basketball Basics

  Coaching Guidelines

Video: Walk the Talk (4 min)

  Player Safety

Printable Emergency Contact Information Form

  Medical Emergency Preparation

  Common Basketball Injuries

  Injury Prevention

 

  Time Management

  Thoughts to Consider

  Motivation & Learning

  Motor Skill Learning

Video: One Degree of Extra Effort (4 Min)

  Benefits of Conditioning

 

  How to Read Basketball Play Diagrams

Printable Court Diagrams (USA, NBA & FIBA Formats)

Principles for a Sound Offense

Various Types of Offenses

Various Types of Defenses

Try-Outs, Player Evaluation & Squad Selection

Printable Player Evaluation Form