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Basketball Coach Unplugged (A Basketball Coaching Podcast)

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This Podcast will discuss basketball coaching with Coach Steve Collins. Coach Collins will do this with interviews and on topic discussions. (Discussion will revolve around basketball topics such as: Offense, Defense, Motivation, Team Building, Youth Basketball, High School Basketball, college basketball and much more...) We will publish weekly shows at 6:00 am..... Please check out our site if you like our podcast. www.teachhoops.com.

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Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Ep 2794 Can You Actually Teach Mental Toughness Through Your Basketball Drills? ( Part 1) 29.12.2025

Visit https://teachhoops.com/ for basketball practice plans and drill progressions specifically designed to build mental toughness, competitive habits, and resilience in your players throughout the season. In this episode, we challenge the common misconception that mental toughness is something players either have or don't have, and instead show you how to systematically develop it through intenti...

Ep 2793 What Are the Non-Negotiable Keys to Building an Effective Offense? 28.12.2025

Visit https://teachhoops.com/ for ready-to-use practice plans, drill libraries, and offensive system breakdowns that will help you install and refine your team's offensive approach. In this episode, we break down the fundamental principles that separate efficient, high-percentage offenses from chaotic, low-success attacks. Whether you're running motion, flex, Princeton, or a simple pick-and-roll s...

Ep 2792 How Do You Balance Injury Management and Academic Progress for Student-Athletes? 27.12.2025

Visit https://teachhoops.com/ for basketball coaching resources, practice plans, and tools designed to help you manage every aspect of your program, from X's and O's to student-athlete development. In this episode, we tackle two of the most challenging responsibilities that fall on high school basketball coaches: navigating player injuries and monitoring academic eligibility. These aren't just adm...

Ep 2791 What Should You Actually Expect from Your Assistant Coaches? 26.12.2025

Visit https://teachhoops.com/ for comprehensive basketball coaching resources, practice plans, and AI-powered tools to help you build winning programs. In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most critical yet often overlooked aspects of building a successful basketball program: defining clear roles and expectations for your assistant coaching staff. Whether you're a head coach struggling to...

Ep 2790 Have You Taken a Moment to Remember Why You Coach? 25.12.2025

It is Christmas Day, and if you are tuning in, it proves one thing: you care deeply about your program. In this special reflective episode, we hit the pause button on the X's and O's, the scouting reports, and the endless grind of the season. We discuss the importance of stepping back to reflect not on the scoreboard, but on the deeper "why" behind the long hours and the sacrifices. We shift the f...

Ep 2789 Are You Ready for the Final Minute Chaos? 24.12.2025

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Ep 2788 Should You Send Everyone to the Glass or Prioritize Transition Defense? 23.12.2025

Teachhoops.com⁠ In this episode, we tackle the strategic debate that divides many coaching staffs: the balance between crashing the offensive glass and getting back on defense. We analyze the risk-reward ratio of offensive rebounding in high school basketball, discussing why the NBA "get back" analytics don't always apply to the varsity level where shooting percentages are lower and second-chance...

Ep 2787 Is Work-Life Balance Even Possible for a High School Coach? 22.12.2025

https://teachhoops.com/ The "three-legged stool" of a high school coach's life—career, coaching, and family—is notoriously wobbly. In this episode, we address the silent struggle that drives many great coaches out of the profession: the overwhelming guilt of trying to be everything to everyone. We discuss the reality of the "invisible hours"—the film study at the dinner table, the mental absence e...

Ep 2786 Is Your Team Ready for the "Win or Go Home" Pressure? 21.12.2025

https://teachhoops.com/ Tournament time is a different beast than the regular season. The "marathon" mentality of development shifts immediately to the "sprint" mentality of survival. In this episode, we discuss the critical adjustments a coach must make when the stakes are raised and every possession matters. We explore the delicate balance of keeping players’ legs fresh while maintaining their c...

Ep 2785 Teachhoops.com Member Call 20.12.2025

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Ep 2784 Is Excessive Dribbling Killing Your Team's Flow? 19.12.2025

https://teachhoops.com/ There is no quicker way to kill an offense than a player who pounds the air out of the ball while four teammates stand and watch. In this episode, we tackle the epidemic of over-dribbling that plagues high school and youth basketball, often fueled by "mixtape culture" and a misunderstanding of what actually creates offense. We discuss why the "ball stopper" destroys team rh...

Ep 2783 Does Your Practice Plan Kill Your Team's Momentum? 18.12.2025

https://teachhoops.com/ Momentum in practice is incredibly fragile; one poorly timed lecture or a slow transition between drills can suck the oxygen right out of the gym. In this episode, we look at practice planning not just as a checklist of drills, but as a study in flow and energy management. We discuss the "art" of sequencing your time on the court, ensuring that you aren't asking for high-me...

Ep 2782 Are We Turning Our Players into Robots by Over-Coaching? 17.12.2025

https://teachhoops.com/ In an era of constant feedback, specialized trainers, and relentless sideline instruction, we have to ask a difficult question: Is more actually better? In this episode, we tackle the epidemic of "over-coaching" and the tendency for coaches to "joystick" their players from the sideline. We discuss the difference between teaching foundational concepts and micromanaging every...

Ep 2781 Are Your Out-of-Bounds Plays Helping You Win Games? 16.12.2025

Teachhoops.com⁠ In today’s episode, we dig into one of the most underrated parts of basketball strategy: out-of-bounds plays. Most coaches treat them like filler. The best coaches treat them like gold. O.B. actions can steal you possessions, break scoring droughts, and flip momentum in tight moments. We’ll talk about why every team needs a simple O.B. package, how to teach reads instead of memoriz...

Ep 2780 Is Creativity Disappearing in Today’s Players? 15.12.2025

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Ep 2799 How Do You Improve Faster Than Your Opponents? ( Part 2) 14.12.2025

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Ep 2798 How Do You Improve Faster Than Your Opponents? ( Part 1) 13.12.2025

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Ep 2797 How Do You Define Roles Within Your Basketball Team? 12.12.2025

Teachhoops.com⁠ ⁠WintheSeason.com⁠ ⁠Dr Dish Website⁠ ⁠CoachingYouthHoops.com⁠ ⁠https://forms.gle/kQ8zyxgfqwUA3ChU7⁠ In today’s episode, we dive into the critical aspect of defining team roles. Whether you're coaching at the youth or high school level, clear role definition is essential for creating a successful program. In this episode, I’ll cover: Why having defined roles builds trust and efficie...

Ep 2796 Can we build grit on defense while teaching kids to fail forward? ( Part 2) 11.12.2025

Teachhoops.com⁠⁠⁠ Is defense in youth basketball really just about teaching kids how to slide their feet? Most coaches swear by the basics, but too often miss the bigger picture. In this episode, Bill Flitter welcomes powerhouse coach and CEO Hannah Howard, who breaks down how communication—not just hustle drills—builds winning defensive teams. Have you focused on the right habits with your squad?...

Ep 2795 Can we build grit on defense while teaching kids to fail forward? 10.12.2025

Teachhoops.com⁠⁠ Is defense in youth basketball really just about teaching kids how to slide their feet? Most coaches swear by the basics, but too often miss the bigger picture. In this episode, Bill Flitter welcomes powerhouse coach and CEO Hannah Howard, who breaks down how communication—not just hustle drills—builds winning defensive teams. Have you focused on the right habits with your squad?...

Ep 2794 Can you Teach Free Throw Shooting 09.12.2025

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Ep 2793 Teachhoops.com Member Call 08.12.2025

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Ep 2792 Are You DOING Roles and Rotations? 07.12.2025

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Ep 2791 How Do You Coach When You Don't Have the Horses? 06.12.2025

https://teachhoops.com/ Every coach eventually faces a season—or a specific opponent—where they are simply outmatched in raw athleticism and skill. In this episode, we dive deep into the reality of the "talent gap" and how to stop using it as an excuse and start using it as a strategic constraint. We discuss the psychological shift required to convince your team that they can compete, moving away...

Ep 2790 Team Leaders Accountability Statements 05.12.2025

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