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In this episode of Coach Unplugged, the hosts discuss innovative approaches to practice planning and the potential pitfalls of traditional methods. They start by announcing exciting giveaways, including a free coaches clinic and shooting machines for participating organizations.
The core discussion centers on the structure of basketball practices. The hosts question whether conventional methods, which have been passed down through generations, are still effective in today's fast-paced, instant-gratification world. They observe that many coaches face challenges managing player engagement and effort during practices.
One host shares his experience with an 8th-grade team, where a shift from team-focused drills to skill development significantly improved performance. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on fundamental skills like dribbling, shooting, and passing, rather than complex team strategies. They also discuss the benefits of incorporating constraints and variations in drills to keep practices dynamic and engaging.
The hosts highlight the value of making practices competitive and fun by involving players in the process. They share examples of how they modify drills based on players' input, making them more challenging and engaging. For instance, adding a layup requirement after knocking out a player's ball in a drill, or allowing players to buy back into a game by making a specific shot.
The conversation touches on the importance of making practices game-like and ensuring they are filled with mistakes and learning opportunities. The hosts argue that practices should be "ugly," reflecting the chaotic nature of real games.
They conclude by encouraging coaches to rethink and innovate their practice planning to better suit modern players' needs and to keep them engaged and motivated. Future episodes will continue to explore this topic in more depth.
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Youth Basketball Coaches Podcast
Apple link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coaching-youth-hoops/id1619185302

Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/show/0g8yYhAfztndxT1FZ4OI3A
Funnel Down Defense Podcast
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basketball training equipment,
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The Basketball Podcast,
How to Coach Basketball,
Funnel Down Defense
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GameChanger Website
Dr Dish Website
CoachingYouthHoops.com
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Coach Collins Coaching Store
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Youth Basketball Coaches Podcast
Apple link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coaching-youth-hoops/id1619185302

Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/show/0g8yYhAfztndxT1FZ4OI3A
Funnel Down Defense Podcast
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fun basketball games,
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basketball shooting machine,
basketball shot,
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The Basketball Podcast,
How to Coach Basketball,
Funnel Down Defense
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WintheSeason.com
GameChanger Website
Dr Dish Website
CoachingYouthHoops.com
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Coach Collins Coaching Store
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[Teachhoops.com](https://teachhoops.com/)
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Youth Basketball Coaches Podcast
Apple link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coaching-youth-hoops/id1619185302

Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/show/0g8yYhAfztndxT1FZ4OI3A
Funnel Down Defense Podcast
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basketball shot,
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The Basketball Podcast,
How to Coach Basketball,
Funnel Down Defense
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In this episode of Coach Unplugged, host Steve Collins dives deep into the art of practice planning, sharing invaluable insights and practical strategies for basketball coaches. Joined by a fellow coach, they explore how their approach to practice planning has evolved over the years, balancing structure and flexibility to create effective and engaging practice sessions. The episode covers various aspects of practice planning, from the initial setup and pre-practice routines to the importance of focus and adaptability during practice. Listeners will gain a comprehensive understanding of how to optimize their practice plans to enhance team performance and development.
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Coach Collins Coaching Store
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Youth Basketball Coaches Podcast
Apple link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coaching-youth-hoops/id1619185302

Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/show/0g8yYhAfztndxT1FZ4OI3A
Funnel Down Defense Podcast
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The Basketball Podcast,
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Funnel Down Defense
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In this episode of Coach Unplugged, the hosts discuss the importance of strength and conditioning in basketball. They emphasize that basketball is a contact sport, requiring physical fitness and sharing personal injury anecdotes to illustrate this. The episode highlights the need for off-season and in-season training, advocating a pyramid approach that starts with general conditioning and becomes more sport-specific. Strength training is crucial, especially for female athletes prone to knee injuries, with a focus on bodyweight exercises and resistance training. Yoga and mindfulness are recommended for flexibility and mental focus. They stress integrating conditioning into practice drills and customizing workouts to players' needs. The hosts conclude that regular strength and conditioning are vital for injury prevention and performance, focusing on lower body strength for jumping and sprinting and upper body strength for shooting and passing, and suggest tapering training as the season progresses.
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Youth Basketball Coaches Podcast
Apple link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coaching-youth-hoops/id1619185302

Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/show/0g8yYhAfztndxT1FZ4OI3A
Funnel Down Defense Podcast
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Check out our other podcast [High School Hoops
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Coach Unplugged
Basketball drills,
basketball coach,
basketball workouts,
basketball dribbling drills, 
ball handling drills,
passing drills,
shooting drills,
basketball training equipment,
basketball conditioning,
fun basketball games,
basketball jerseys,
basketball shooting machine,
basketball shot,
basketball ball,
basketball training,
basketball camps,
youth basketball,
youth basketball leagues,
basketball recruiting,
basketball coaching jobs,
basketball tryouts,
basketball coach,
youth basketball drills,
The Basketball Podcast,
How to Coach Basketball,
Funnel Down Defense
FDD
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