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UConn And Purdue Are Using This Offense - You Should Too! [THREAD] Let’s look at how both UConn and Purdue use zoom action. "Reply" below if you'd like more Zoom Offense Breakdown Drills and Bonus Plays! UConn Forwards Out Zoom

UConn And Purdue Are Using This Offense - You Should Too! [THREAD] Let’s look at how both UConn and Purdue use zoom action. "Reply" below if you'd like more Zoom Offense Breakdown Drills and Bonus Plays! UConn Forwards Out Zoom

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How Kon Knueppel scores 18.5 PPG with only 2 dribbles per catch One thing that stands out about Kon Knueppel’s game is how quickly he plays without rushing. He doesn’t need the ball to stick. He doesn’t need 10 dribbles. And he doesn’t need a flashy combo move every possession. Kon averaged less than 2 dribbles per touch and possessed the ball only about 7% of the time he was on the floor… Yet he still averaged 18.5 PPG and earned 1st Team All-Rookie honors. That should get everybody’s attention. Because it proves you do not have to dominate the ball to impact the game. You just have to be ready, make quick decisions, and flow into the next action. That’s what makes players like Kon so effective. Shoot off the catch. Attack in straight lines. Land on two feet and finish. If nothing is there… pass, relocate, and keep moving. That’s also one of the things we like about Coach Bob Patton’s Modern Game Shooting workouts. Players aren’t just standing still getting shots up. They’re constantly moving through game-like sequences where they have to prepare, attack, pass, relocate, reset their feet, and flow into the next action without pausing. A lot of modern scoring is about connecting actions together quickly and efficiently. See the complete Modern Game Shooting System here: 📷 The promo ends TONIGHT.

How Kon Knueppel scores 18.5 PPG with only 2 dribbles per catch One thing that stands out about Kon Knueppel’s game is how quickly he plays without rushing. He doesn’t need the ball to stick. He doesn’t need 10 dribbles. And he doesn’t need a flashy combo move every possession. Kon averaged less than 2 dribbles per touch and possessed the ball only about 7% of the time he was on the floor… Yet he still averaged 18.5 PPG and earned 1st Team All-Rookie honors. That should get everybody’s attention. Because it proves you do not have to dominate the ball to impact the game. You just have to be ready, make quick decisions, and flow into the next action. That’s what makes players like Kon so effective. Shoot off the catch. Attack in straight lines. Land on two feet and finish. If nothing is there… pass, relocate, and keep moving. That’s also one of the things we like about Coach Bob Patton’s Modern Game Shooting workouts. Players aren’t just standing still getting shots up. They’re constantly moving through game-like sequences where they have to prepare, attack, pass, relocate, reset their feet, and flow into the next action without pausing. A lot of modern scoring is about connecting actions together quickly and efficiently. See the complete Modern Game Shooting System here: 📷 The promo ends TONIGHT.

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82,728 views • 19 days ago

The HS Transition Offense Powering the Pacers Want more layups and open 3s without adding 20 new sets? Every coach says they want to play fast. . . but few do it well. The best shots in basketball are in transition. No matter what level you’re talking about, teams always score more in transition. Need proof? At the NBA level, teams score about .94 points per possession in the half court. In transition, they score 1.24 points per possession! This video breaks down Coach Rob Brost’s “Get Comfortable Playing at an Uncomfortable Pace” system—then shows how the 2024–25 Indiana Pacers applied the same rules on their improbable Finals run. You’ll see the teaching points, then game clips that make it real.

The HS Transition Offense Powering the Pacers Want more layups and open 3s without adding 20 new sets? Every coach says they want to play fast. . . but few do it well. The best shots in basketball are in transition. No matter what level you’re talking about, teams always score more in transition. Need proof? At the NBA level, teams score about .94 points per possession in the half court. In transition, they score 1.24 points per possession! This video breaks down Coach Rob Brost’s “Get Comfortable Playing at an Uncomfortable Pace” system—then shows how the 2024–25 Indiana Pacers applied the same rules on their improbable Finals run. You’ll see the teaching points, then game clips that make it real.

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221,012 views • 8 months ago

How to Force 20+ Turnovers a Game — The Pressure Defense Formula How did a high school coach’s defensive system help build a college basketball powerhouse? In this video, you’ll see how Nova Southeastern Men’s Basketball used the principles of Coach Mike Hilmer’s Relentless Pressure System — a high school system from Iowa — to dominate Division II basketball and win 2 of the last 3 national championships.Mike Hilmer Relentless Pressure will not only revolutionize your defense. It will also level up your offense. Nova Southeastern has averaged 100 PPG over the past few seasons. Coach Hilmer’s North Linn teams went from averaging under 50 PPG to over 80 PPG after installing the system! Coach Hilmer’s system, originally designed for high school teams, has proven unstoppable at the college level. You’ll learn 7 core tactics Nova uses to force turnovers, wear opponents down, and turn defense into instant offense — including: -Blindside Traps -Backtaps -Second Traps -Run-and-Jump Pressure -Pressing Off Misses -Trapping the Clearout -Denying Inbounds with the “Green Press” These are the same principles that helped Coach Hilmer win 3 Iowa State Championships and transformed Nova into a relentless, chaos-creating defensive machine.

How to Force 20+ Turnovers a Game — The Pressure Defense Formula How did a high school coach’s defensive system help build a college basketball powerhouse? In this video, you’ll see how Nova Southeastern Men’s Basketball used the principles of Coach Mike Hilmer’s Relentless Pressure System — a high school system from Iowa — to dominate Division II basketball and win 2 of the last 3 national championships.Mike Hilmer Relentless Pressure will not only revolutionize your defense. It will also level up your offense. Nova Southeastern has averaged 100 PPG over the past few seasons. Coach Hilmer’s North Linn teams went from averaging under 50 PPG to over 80 PPG after installing the system! Coach Hilmer’s system, originally designed for high school teams, has proven unstoppable at the college level. You’ll learn 7 core tactics Nova uses to force turnovers, wear opponents down, and turn defense into instant offense — including: -Blindside Traps -Backtaps -Second Traps -Run-and-Jump Pressure -Pressing Off Misses -Trapping the Clearout -Denying Inbounds with the “Green Press” These are the same principles that helped Coach Hilmer win 3 Iowa State Championships and transformed Nova into a relentless, chaos-creating defensive machine.

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145,904 views • 7 months ago

Need a Layup vs the 1-3-1? Run This If you coach long enough, you’ll run into the 1-3-1 zone that completely stalls your offense. Passes get tipped, the ball doesn’t break the arc, and suddenly your players are playing hesitantly instead of attacking. That’s why it helps to have one quick-hitting play you can call at any point in the game — something simple to teach, easy for players to remember, and designed to produce what every coach wants against a zone: an immediate layup look. Here’s a go-to quick hitter from The Complete Zone Offense Blueprint with Ryan Schultz, you can install fast and use the next time a 1-3-1 tries to speed you up. Ryan Schultz

Need a Layup vs the 1-3-1? Run This If you coach long enough, you’ll run into the 1-3-1 zone that completely stalls your offense. Passes get tipped, the ball doesn’t break the arc, and suddenly your players are playing hesitantly instead of attacking. That’s why it helps to have one quick-hitting play you can call at any point in the game — something simple to teach, easy for players to remember, and designed to produce what every coach wants against a zone: an immediate layup look. Here’s a go-to quick hitter from The Complete Zone Offense Blueprint with Ryan Schultz, you can install fast and use the next time a 1-3-1 tries to speed you up. Ryan Schultz

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65,449 views • 3 months ago

5 Plays To Punish A 2-3 Zone When Rick Pitino was at Louisville, he played a lot of zone. I remember watching an interview with him and he was asked about his new defensive philosophy. He had always been known as a coach who liked to press and play aggressive man to man defense. Something from his answer stuck with me. He said a major reason that he was playing zone was because it made his game prep easier. When coaching man defense, there are countless actions and offenses opponents can run. Against zone, there are a few actions you see over and over again. I think there’s some truth to that. There are only so many zone offenses. If you rely solely on your zone offense, you might end up taking the shots your opponent wants you to take. And that’s why it’s important that you have some plays you can go to that will get you a great shot against a zone. Check out our video “5 Plays To Punish A 2-3 Zone” to make sure you’ve got a bucket in your back pocket when you need one most!

5 Plays To Punish A 2-3 Zone When Rick Pitino was at Louisville, he played a lot of zone. I remember watching an interview with him and he was asked about his new defensive philosophy. He had always been known as a coach who liked to press and play aggressive man to man defense. Something from his answer stuck with me. He said a major reason that he was playing zone was because it made his game prep easier. When coaching man defense, there are countless actions and offenses opponents can run. Against zone, there are a few actions you see over and over again. I think there’s some truth to that. There are only so many zone offenses. If you rely solely on your zone offense, you might end up taking the shots your opponent wants you to take. And that’s why it’s important that you have some plays you can go to that will get you a great shot against a zone. Check out our video “5 Plays To Punish A 2-3 Zone” to make sure you’ve got a bucket in your back pocket when you need one most!

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46,669 views • 4 months ago

Zoom Offense Actions - Why Use the Zoom! - 3 Zoom Reads - 2 Zoom Variations - 3 Counters to Defensive Adjustments - 4 Sets Using Zoom Action - 2 Zoom Out of Bounds Plays "Reply" below if you'd like the FREE PDF of Zoom Offense Breakdown Drills! The Zoom action creates large gaps for the dribble drive and creates indecision for the defense, which are keys to a successful offense. The Zoom Action has become very popular in the NBA and college levels, but it's easy to teach and use at even the Youth level. Basketball Teams such as Northern Iowa and Loyola Chicago run motion offense centered around this specific action. Here’s the outline: 0:00 - Intro and Overview 0:39 - What is a Zoom Action? 1:08 - Why is the Zoom Action So Effective 1:39 - Zoom Read 1: Attack the Basket 2:23 - Zoom Read 2: 3-Point Shot 2:39 - Zoom Read 3: Hand-Off & Roll 3:04 - Zoom Counter: Kickback to the Wing 3:36 - 2 ZOOM VARIATIONS 3:50 - Middle Zoom 4:19 - Staggered Zoom 4:53 - 3 COUNTERS TO DEFENSIVE ADJUSTMENTS 5:06 - Back Cut on Switches & Defensive Pressure 5:39 - Screener Becomes Dribble Handoff 5:55 - Screener Basket Cuts 6:47 - 4 SETS USING ZOOM ACTION 7:07 - Horns Zoom Action 8:19 - Back Screen/Fake Ball Screen Zoom Action 9:06 - Using the Zoom in Transition 9:51 - The Loyola Chicago Zoom 11:50 - 2 ZOOM OUT-OF-BOUNDS PLAYS Zoom Baseline Out-of-Bounds (Blobs) Plays 12:34 - Zoom Sideline Out-of-Bounds (Slobs) Plays

Zoom Offense Actions - Why Use the Zoom! - 3 Zoom Reads - 2 Zoom Variations - 3 Counters to Defensive Adjustments - 4 Sets Using Zoom Action - 2 Zoom Out of Bounds Plays "Reply" below if you'd like the FREE PDF of Zoom Offense Breakdown Drills! The Zoom action creates large gaps for the dribble drive and creates indecision for the defense, which are keys to a successful offense. The Zoom Action has become very popular in the NBA and college levels, but it's easy to teach and use at even the Youth level. Basketball Teams such as Northern Iowa and Loyola Chicago run motion offense centered around this specific action. Here’s the outline: 0:00 - Intro and Overview 0:39 - What is a Zoom Action? 1:08 - Why is the Zoom Action So Effective 1:39 - Zoom Read 1: Attack the Basket 2:23 - Zoom Read 2: 3-Point Shot 2:39 - Zoom Read 3: Hand-Off & Roll 3:04 - Zoom Counter: Kickback to the Wing 3:36 - 2 ZOOM VARIATIONS 3:50 - Middle Zoom 4:19 - Staggered Zoom 4:53 - 3 COUNTERS TO DEFENSIVE ADJUSTMENTS 5:06 - Back Cut on Switches & Defensive Pressure 5:39 - Screener Becomes Dribble Handoff 5:55 - Screener Basket Cuts 6:47 - 4 SETS USING ZOOM ACTION 7:07 - Horns Zoom Action 8:19 - Back Screen/Fake Ball Screen Zoom Action 9:06 - Using the Zoom in Transition 9:51 - The Loyola Chicago Zoom 11:50 - 2 ZOOM OUT-OF-BOUNDS PLAYS Zoom Baseline Out-of-Bounds (Blobs) Plays 12:34 - Zoom Sideline Out-of-Bounds (Slobs) Plays

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153,591 views • 2 years ago

13 Ball Handling Drills That Could Transform Your Game Even if your athleticism is limited (relatively speaking), this can help you constantly beat much quicker players off the dribble. All of these workouts you can do by yourself OR with a defender.

13 Ball Handling Drills That Could Transform Your Game Even if your athleticism is limited (relatively speaking), this can help you constantly beat much quicker players off the dribble. All of these workouts you can do by yourself OR with a defender.

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102,562 views • 1 year ago

Teach attack mentality with this Fastbreak Transition Drill! It helps develop players who attack and maintain an advantage before the defense can get matched up. Coach Bob Krizancic (767 career wins) shows how to run the same drill from different angles so you can layer it effectively. This drill comes from the NEW 7-Second Quick Strike Offense product: 2v2 drill to exploit any defense!

Teach attack mentality with this Fastbreak Transition Drill! It helps develop players who attack and maintain an advantage before the defense can get matched up. Coach Bob Krizancic (767 career wins) shows how to run the same drill from different angles so you can layer it effectively. This drill comes from the NEW 7-Second Quick Strike Offense product: 2v2 drill to exploit any defense!

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16,466 views • 1 month ago

Zoom Offense Actions - Why Use the Zoom! - 3 Zoom Reads - 2 Zoom Variations - 3 Counters to Defensive Adjustments - 4 Sets Using Zoom Action - 2 Zoom Out of Bounds Plays "Reply" below if you'd like the Zoom Offense Breakdown Drills! The Zoom action creates large gaps for the dribble drive and creates indecision for the defense, which are keys to a successful offense. The Zoom Action has become very popular in the NBA and college levels, but it's easy to teach and use at even the Youth level. Basketball Teams such as Northern Iowa and Loyola Chicago run motion offense centered around this specific action. Here’s the outline: 0:00 - Intro and Overview 0:39 - What is a Zoom Action? 1:08 - Why is the Zoom Action So Effective 1:39 - Zoom Read 1: Attack the Basket 2:23 - Zoom Read 2: 3-Point Shot 2:39 - Zoom Read 3: Hand-Off & Roll 3:04 - Zoom Counter: Kickback to the Wing 3:36 - 2 ZOOM VARIATIONS 3:50 - Middle Zoom 4:19 - Staggered Zoom 4:53 - 3 COUNTERS TO DEFENSIVE ADJUSTMENTS 5:06 - Back Cut on Switches & Defensive Pressure 5:39 - Screener Becomes Dribble Handoff 5:55 - Screener Basket Cuts 6:47 - 4 SETS USING ZOOM ACTION 7:07 - Horns Zoom Action 8:19 - Back Screen/Fake Ball Screen Zoom Action 9:06 - Using the Zoom in Transition 9:51 - The Loyola Chicago Zoom 11:50 - 2 ZOOM OUT-OF-BOUNDS PLAYS Zoom Baseline Out-of-Bounds (Blobs) Plays 12:34 - Zoom Sideline Out-of-Bounds (Slobs) Plays

Zoom Offense Actions - Why Use the Zoom! - 3 Zoom Reads - 2 Zoom Variations - 3 Counters to Defensive Adjustments - 4 Sets Using Zoom Action - 2 Zoom Out of Bounds Plays "Reply" below if you'd like the Zoom Offense Breakdown Drills! The Zoom action creates large gaps for the dribble drive and creates indecision for the defense, which are keys to a successful offense. The Zoom Action has become very popular in the NBA and college levels, but it's easy to teach and use at even the Youth level. Basketball Teams such as Northern Iowa and Loyola Chicago run motion offense centered around this specific action. Here’s the outline: 0:00 - Intro and Overview 0:39 - What is a Zoom Action? 1:08 - Why is the Zoom Action So Effective 1:39 - Zoom Read 1: Attack the Basket 2:23 - Zoom Read 2: 3-Point Shot 2:39 - Zoom Read 3: Hand-Off & Roll 3:04 - Zoom Counter: Kickback to the Wing 3:36 - 2 ZOOM VARIATIONS 3:50 - Middle Zoom 4:19 - Staggered Zoom 4:53 - 3 COUNTERS TO DEFENSIVE ADJUSTMENTS 5:06 - Back Cut on Switches & Defensive Pressure 5:39 - Screener Becomes Dribble Handoff 5:55 - Screener Basket Cuts 6:47 - 4 SETS USING ZOOM ACTION 7:07 - Horns Zoom Action 8:19 - Back Screen/Fake Ball Screen Zoom Action 9:06 - Using the Zoom in Transition 9:51 - The Loyola Chicago Zoom 11:50 - 2 ZOOM OUT-OF-BOUNDS PLAYS Zoom Baseline Out-of-Bounds (Blobs) Plays 12:34 - Zoom Sideline Out-of-Bounds (Slobs) Plays

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132,246 views • 2 years ago

3 Unstoppable Baseline Out Of Bounds Options Here is a unique Baseline Out Of Bounds play from The Danny Miles Coaching System. When implementing this set, adjust your personnel into positions that fit their skill set. - You can use this against man-to-man defense, and it has been successful. - When running it against a zone, the THIRD option usually is open

3 Unstoppable Baseline Out Of Bounds Options Here is a unique Baseline Out Of Bounds play from The Danny Miles Coaching System. When implementing this set, adjust your personnel into positions that fit their skill set. - You can use this against man-to-man defense, and it has been successful. - When running it against a zone, the THIRD option usually is open

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88,268 views • 1 year ago

3 Press Break Strategies That Flip the Script and Punish Full-Court Pressure They say pressure can bust pipes or make diamonds. It’s not different on the basketball court. -Mediocre teams panic when they get pressed. They lose their composure, leading to turnovers and bad shots. -Good teams are able to “handle” pressure. -The best teams are able to “beat” pressure. They see being pressed as an opportunity - an opportunity to attack and score. This video will help you become one of those teams! Whether you coach youth, high school, or college players, chances are you're going to see full-court pressure. When that moment comes, will your team panic… or attack? If you're looking to stop giving up live-ball turnovers and start scoring layups on the press, check out this video. 3 Game-Tested Press Breaks That Make The Press Pay! 1. Press Break #1: The “Bubble” Press Break From The Coaching System With Danny Miles 2. Press Break #2: 2-Up From The Youth Coaching System With Jim Huber 3. Press Break #3: Sideline Attack and the Power of the 45° Drive From Get Comfortable Playing At An Uncomfortable Pace With Rob Brost

3 Press Break Strategies That Flip the Script and Punish Full-Court Pressure They say pressure can bust pipes or make diamonds. It’s not different on the basketball court. -Mediocre teams panic when they get pressed. They lose their composure, leading to turnovers and bad shots. -Good teams are able to “handle” pressure. -The best teams are able to “beat” pressure. They see being pressed as an opportunity - an opportunity to attack and score. This video will help you become one of those teams! Whether you coach youth, high school, or college players, chances are you're going to see full-court pressure. When that moment comes, will your team panic… or attack? If you're looking to stop giving up live-ball turnovers and start scoring layups on the press, check out this video. 3 Game-Tested Press Breaks That Make The Press Pay! 1. Press Break #1: The “Bubble” Press Break From The Coaching System With Danny Miles 2. Press Break #2: 2-Up From The Youth Coaching System With Jim Huber 3. Press Break #3: Sideline Attack and the Power of the 45° Drive From Get Comfortable Playing At An Uncomfortable Pace With Rob Brost

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51,838 views • 10 months ago

The Ultimate Sideline Trap Drill to Wreak Havoc on Defense and Cause More Turnovers The sideline is the desired place to trap in Coach Hilmer's press. As you'll see in today's content, 4 v 4 box sideline is a great drill to work on the rotations of that trap. That way, come gametime, your team will be able to take advantage of the offense's mistakes and win the turnover battle. Reply below if you’d like a FREE PDF with 7 Relentless Pressure Drills!

The Ultimate Sideline Trap Drill to Wreak Havoc on Defense and Cause More Turnovers The sideline is the desired place to trap in Coach Hilmer's press. As you'll see in today's content, 4 v 4 box sideline is a great drill to work on the rotations of that trap. That way, come gametime, your team will be able to take advantage of the offense's mistakes and win the turnover battle. Reply below if you’d like a FREE PDF with 7 Relentless Pressure Drills!

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96,867 views • 2 years ago

5 Out Offense Video: NBA Concepts From Championship Teams REPLY below for a free PDF with the 5 Out Offensive Concepts. In this video, you'll learn how to invigorate your offense by incorporating these 5 Out Offense concepts. These simple to advanced concepts were used by recent NBA champions, including the Denver Nuggets and the Golden State Warriors. Former Guam National Team Coach, Brent Tipton, compiled these clips. He has used them with teams ranging from youth to professional levels. No matter the age you're coaching, these concepts can help your players generate efficient offense! By implementing these offensive concepts, your team will create easy scoring opportunities as you flow from transition into the half court. No matter how the defense guards you, these 5-out offense concepts provide a solution that results in quality shots.

5 Out Offense Video: NBA Concepts From Championship Teams REPLY below for a free PDF with the 5 Out Offensive Concepts. In this video, you'll learn how to invigorate your offense by incorporating these 5 Out Offense concepts. These simple to advanced concepts were used by recent NBA champions, including the Denver Nuggets and the Golden State Warriors. Former Guam National Team Coach, Brent Tipton, compiled these clips. He has used them with teams ranging from youth to professional levels. No matter the age you're coaching, these concepts can help your players generate efficient offense! By implementing these offensive concepts, your team will create easy scoring opportunities as you flow from transition into the half court. No matter how the defense guards you, these 5-out offense concepts provide a solution that results in quality shots.

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45,173 views • 11 months ago

The 1 Drill To Meet All Your Rebounding Needs Some coaches don't believe in doing rebounding drills. They believe they can emphasize rebounding in everything they do without isolating it. I love that in theory. Unfortunately, it hasn't worked that well for me in reality. Coaches like Tom Izzo and Kelvin Sampson seem to agree. Michigan State and Houston are known for being 2 of the best rebounding teams in the country. I don't think it's a coincidence that they prioritize practicing rebounding. If you want your team to be elite on the boards, you must drill it in practice. Here's a versatile and game-like drill from 3v3 Drills For Offense & Defense with Coach Nick LoGalbo that will help your team dominate the glass. Setup: -Position 3 players around the perimeter -3 defensive players are in the paint Instructions: 1. The coach begins by throwing the ball to an offensive player. 2. All of the defenders close out. 3. The player who receives the pass shoots immediately. 4. The defenders must box out and grab the rebound. 5. Play is live until the ball is scored. The rebounding team does not have to take the ball out. Thus, if the defense does a good job boxing out and gathers the rebound close to the rim, they can immediately shoot. This continues until a basket is scored. 6. Each basket is worth 1 point. Play to 5.

The 1 Drill To Meet All Your Rebounding Needs Some coaches don't believe in doing rebounding drills. They believe they can emphasize rebounding in everything they do without isolating it. I love that in theory. Unfortunately, it hasn't worked that well for me in reality. Coaches like Tom Izzo and Kelvin Sampson seem to agree. Michigan State and Houston are known for being 2 of the best rebounding teams in the country. I don't think it's a coincidence that they prioritize practicing rebounding. If you want your team to be elite on the boards, you must drill it in practice. Here's a versatile and game-like drill from 3v3 Drills For Offense & Defense with Coach Nick LoGalbo that will help your team dominate the glass. Setup: -Position 3 players around the perimeter -3 defensive players are in the paint Instructions: 1. The coach begins by throwing the ball to an offensive player. 2. All of the defenders close out. 3. The player who receives the pass shoots immediately. 4. The defenders must box out and grab the rebound. 5. Play is live until the ball is scored. The rebounding team does not have to take the ball out. Thus, if the defense does a good job boxing out and gathers the rebound close to the rim, they can immediately shoot. This continues until a basket is scored. 6. Each basket is worth 1 point. Play to 5.

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64,539 views • 1 year ago

The 2-3 Zone That Forces Turnovers Most coaches think a 2-3 zone is passive — something you use to protect the paint. But what if your zone defense could attack instead of react? In this video, we’ll show you how Coach Mike Tartara’s Lockdown 2-3 Zone Defense transforms the traditional zone into a turnover-creating machine, using the same principles that Merrimack College used to become one of the best defensive programs in Division I basketball. The stats don’t lie: -Since going to the 2-3 zone 5 years ago, Coach Tartara’s program has consistently set school records for steals. -Merrimack annually ranks as one of the top turnover-forcing teams in Men’s D1 college basketball. Coach Tartara’s Cuyahoga Heights teams averaged 250+ steals per season after switching to this system — proof that you can win more games while playing zone defense that pressures opponents instead of sitting back. Then, watch Merrimack College execute the same rotations at the D1 level — showing how these high school principles produce elite-level results.

The 2-3 Zone That Forces Turnovers Most coaches think a 2-3 zone is passive — something you use to protect the paint. But what if your zone defense could attack instead of react? In this video, we’ll show you how Coach Mike Tartara’s Lockdown 2-3 Zone Defense transforms the traditional zone into a turnover-creating machine, using the same principles that Merrimack College used to become one of the best defensive programs in Division I basketball. The stats don’t lie: -Since going to the 2-3 zone 5 years ago, Coach Tartara’s program has consistently set school records for steals. -Merrimack annually ranks as one of the top turnover-forcing teams in Men’s D1 college basketball. Coach Tartara’s Cuyahoga Heights teams averaged 250+ steals per season after switching to this system — proof that you can win more games while playing zone defense that pressures opponents instead of sitting back. Then, watch Merrimack College execute the same rotations at the D1 level — showing how these high school principles produce elite-level results.

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27,157 views • 6 months ago

Use THIS Practice Drill To Master Ball Screen Defense In this drill from How To Run Championship Practices, Coach Schultz focuses on the 3 primary coverages his team uses: -Drop coverage -Flat hedge -Trap You might want to include other coverages. That's fine! The drill can easily be adapted to include whatever coverages work best for your team. What's great is your team gets multiple reps working on different coverages. If you do use the trap, use that on the final rep of the drill. This allows the drill to flow more smoothly.Ryan Schultz

Use THIS Practice Drill To Master Ball Screen Defense In this drill from How To Run Championship Practices, Coach Schultz focuses on the 3 primary coverages his team uses: -Drop coverage -Flat hedge -Trap You might want to include other coverages. That's fine! The drill can easily be adapted to include whatever coverages work best for your team. What's great is your team gets multiple reps working on different coverages. If you do use the trap, use that on the final rep of the drill. This allows the drill to flow more smoothly.Ryan Schultz

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23,658 views • 5 months ago

Stride Stop 101: The Secret Move That Transforms Your Paint Game During Jay Wright’s tenure, Villanova was known for their ability to play off 2 feet in the paint. It was a separator for them. But what exactly does play off 2 feet mean? It could mean a number of different things. When it comes to playing off 2, one of your best options is the stride stop. Unfortunately, it’s one of the more challenging footworks to teach. While jump stops come naturally to most players, stride stops can be difficult to learn. Many players get frustrated and never master this move. As a result, they limit themselves when they get to the paint. Make sure that’s not the case for you and your players! What Exactly Is a Stride Stop? Unlock This Key Finishing Move What is a stride stop? Like a jump stop, a stride stop is a 2 foot stop. Unlike a jump stop, your feet don’t hit at the same time. Instead, your outside foot hits first. The stride stop is useful in a couple driving situations: -When a help defender comes across to take a charge. -When the on ball defender is physically on the inside shoulder. Coach Matt Lewis teaches the stride stop as a key element of The Flow Motion Offense.

Stride Stop 101: The Secret Move That Transforms Your Paint Game During Jay Wright’s tenure, Villanova was known for their ability to play off 2 feet in the paint. It was a separator for them. But what exactly does play off 2 feet mean? It could mean a number of different things. When it comes to playing off 2, one of your best options is the stride stop. Unfortunately, it’s one of the more challenging footworks to teach. While jump stops come naturally to most players, stride stops can be difficult to learn. Many players get frustrated and never master this move. As a result, they limit themselves when they get to the paint. Make sure that’s not the case for you and your players! What Exactly Is a Stride Stop? Unlock This Key Finishing Move What is a stride stop? Like a jump stop, a stride stop is a 2 foot stop. Unlike a jump stop, your feet don’t hit at the same time. Instead, your outside foot hits first. The stride stop is useful in a couple driving situations: -When a help defender comes across to take a charge. -When the on ball defender is physically on the inside shoulder. Coach Matt Lewis teaches the stride stop as a key element of The Flow Motion Offense.

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45,629 views • 1 year ago

Bust The 2-3 Zone With These 3 Go - To Plays These plays come from Coach Schultz's Complete Zone Offense Blueprint, which gives you plays and tactics to attack every type of zone! Add them to your playbook, and you’ll have your opponent pulling out of the zone before you know it!

Bust The 2-3 Zone With These 3 Go - To Plays These plays come from Coach Schultz's Complete Zone Offense Blueprint, which gives you plays and tactics to attack every type of zone! Add them to your playbook, and you’ll have your opponent pulling out of the zone before you know it!

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