“You can’t fill a cup that is already full; likewise, you can’t pour from an empty cup either” The two main problems that I often encounter in relation to youth practices, especially, at the under 12 level are: Kids don’t seem to be engaged and attentive to the coaches; andThe skills being practiced seldom transfer... Continue Reading →
This week we are breaking down our motion offense and building it up with some basic skills breakdown. Before launching into the X's and O's, it is worth mentioning that the "skills" we are referring to are the perceptions involved in executing the technical details. Whilst the technical details and micro skills are important, we... Continue Reading →
This week in practice, we started introducing post concepts to our younger players. Here's how we broke it down and then built it up into a scripted game. Our initial set-up was relatively simple and with three players to a basket, we could get more repetitions. Perimeter player passes into the post and post player... Continue Reading →
"There was once a young man, who loved observing nature. He would hide in gardens and the woods, watching and admiring the beauty of it. One day, he found a cocoon of a butterfly. He observed and watched it over a couple of days curious to see what would happen. Eventually after a couple of... Continue Reading →
Rondo 3v1 - One of our teaching points when it comes to passing is that we want to pass through the windows. This game allows us to replicate those situations within the play, in addition to helping players recognise and create passing windows. Once the players get the hang of it, there are several ways... Continue Reading →
Somehow against all odds, in the year 2021, there is still an unhealthy amount of reliance on blocked and constant practice within the practice environment. Research has continuously provided evidence that randomised, variable practice is more beneficial for the learning process than constant or blocked practice. Learning may have various definitions depending on who you... Continue Reading →
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