The Basketball Teacher Podcast

Mike Hernandez
  • 3.5 (67)
  • BASKETBALL
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

This podcast is a conversation between coaches ranging from youth through the university level. In it we discuss the best practices to ensure success on and off the court.

  1. 6D AGO

    Episode 286: Making Quick Reads and Decisions With Coach Lenny Krebs

    Need to speed up your player's internal clock and speed at which they make decisions? We have some great ideas in this episode with Coach Krebs who shares just that. Coach shares the ways he gets his team ready to make quick decisions and how it fits into his overall offensive scheme. We discuss philosophy, how to improve basketball IQ and how to use practices to get players playing with a faster pace. Use this episode and get your team crisper and more decisive on the court!

    1h 17m

  2. NOV 3

    Episode 285: Causing Havoc on Defense With Coach Eric Gaff

    We dive into the topic of causing havoc in this episode with Coach Gaff. Coach shares his defensive philosophy, why it works for him and how he gets his guys up for playing defense. We talk about the drills and skills he works on to get the most out of his team. Coach also shares his tips on defensive buy-in, how to stay disciplined and refining the press. We also talk about aspects of player development and much more. If you live and breathe defense you'll be sure to get some great ideas out of this conversation!

    1h 6m

  3. OCT 27

    Episode 284: Getting Players College Ready With Coach Allan Brown

    Many players want to play in college but how can a coach make sure their players are ready for the next level? This is what we discuss with Coach Brown as he talks about the work he does with his players both on the court and off of it. Coach shares some of the offensive and defensive principles that matter most to him, how he gets players ready for any system as well as training basketball IQ. Additionally, Coach shares his insights on recruitment and how players can build their profile. Get players college ready with this episode!

    1h 15m

  4. OCT 20

    Episode 283: Starting Over and Building a New Program With Coach David Carpentier

    We are so happy to welcome back Coach Carpentier (Carp) as a guest on the show. Coach has taken over a new program since we last talked to him and he comes on to share his journey of starting over and building a new program. Coach shares what he has learned on his previous journeys that he is applying to this one, the systems that will stay the same and how he plans on hitting the ground running to have success. We also discuss X's and O's along with his success criteria. Enjoy catching up with Coach Carp in this great episode!

    1h 10m

  5. OCT 13

    Episode 282: Running the Princeton Offense With Coach Jason Baker

    Are you familiar with the Princeton Offense? Learn more about it and its implementation with Coach Jason Baker. Coach shares how he gets his players to buy into this offense, the way he installs it and how he creates shot opportunities out of it. We discuss installing the different series involved in it, how he practices it and how he gauges success out of the offense. We also discuss decision making and working on non-negotiable skills like screening and cutting. Learn more about this tried and tested offense here!

    1h 1m

  6. OCT 6

    Episode 281: Value Based Practices With Coach Shane Bryant

    What are your program's values? How do you demonstrate them on the court? We asked this very question to Coach Shane Bryant and received his insights. He shares how he instills his values in all aspects of his program with advice on finding your values, having them reflected in your practices and player accountability. We also discuss how to modify and adjust your practices while still holding true to those values. Learn more on how to blend great culture and great practices with this impact conversation!

    1h 8m

  7. SEP 29

    Episode 280: Taking Away Your Opponent's Best Option With Coach Steve Allen

    We discuss strategy and game planning in this episode with Coach Steve Allen. Coach shares how he plans and takes away his opponent's best option. Coach shares his defensive scheme, how he goes about scouting and the way he practices to take away what a team wants to do on offense. We also discuss defensive principles and how to stat and track if the game plan was a success. If you love defense and strategy then this is the episode for you!

    1h 19m

  8. SEP 22

    Episode 279: Building a Program From Scratch With Coach David Stein

    In this episode we have Coach David Stein on to discuss how he took over and built a program from the ground up. Coach shares his story on what Whittier Tech was upon arrival, how he went about creating a strong culture and, then, his process of putting in X’s and O’s. Coach shares his philosophies and insights on program building, how to build practices and other challenges he had to overcome along the way. Additionally, we discuss skill development and advice for coaches on how to make the most impactful decisions when taking over a program. Be inspired and invigorated with these great stories and insights!

    1h 14m
See All (307)

3.5
out of 5
67 Ratings

About

This podcast is a conversation between coaches ranging from youth through the university level. In it we discuss the best practices to ensure success on and off the court.

Information

You Might Also Like