Coaching Youth Hoops (Youth Basketball Coach)

https://coachingyouthhoops.com/waitlist https://coachingyouthhoops.com/clinic Welcome back to another episode of Coaching Youth Hoops, where your hosts, Bill Flitter and Steve Collins, dive deep into the world of coaching young basketball enthusiasts. As spring arrives, Bill and Steve share their excitement and a bit of what's happening in their lives outside the court. They discuss Coaching Youth...

https://coachingyouthhoops.com/waitlist https://coachingyouthhoops.com/clinic Welcome back to another episode of "Coaching Youth Hoops," where your hosts, Steve Collins and Bill Flitter, are set to challenge conventional wisdom and dig deep into the topic of basketball practice. Have we been approaching practices all wrong? In the fast-paced, ever-changing world of youth coaching, what worked in t...

https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ https://teachhoops.com/ Welcome back to Coaching Youth Hoops! I'm your host, Bill Flitter, and today, we're continuing our interview with Wayne Goldsmith. Wayne, a legend in the coaching world with over three decades of experience, is here to share his revolutionary approach to coaching - one that's reshaped how we guide our young athletes. In an industry often boun...

https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ https://teachhoops.com/ Welcome back to Coaching Youth Hoops! I'm your host, Bill Flitter, and today, we've got an insightful episode featuring the renowned Wayne Goldsmith. Wayne, a legend in the coaching world with over three decades of experience, is here to share his revolutionary approach to coaching - one that's reshaped how we guide our young athletes. In an...

In this episode of Coaching Youth Hoops, hosts Steve Collins and Bill Flitter dive into the fascinating topic of the psychology of coaching, particularly the use of rhymes and mnemonics to help youth basketball players learn and remember important skills. Sharing personal experiences and insights, they discuss the impact of psychology on coaching, the effectiveness of using rhymes to teach players...

In this episode of Coaching Youth Hoops, hosts Steve Collins and Bill Flitter discuss an interesting phenomenon: the difference between good practice players and how they perform in actual games. They share their experiences with players who excel in practice but struggle to replicate that success in games. The hosts delve into the mental aspect of this issue and share their strategies for helping...

In this episode of Coaching Youth Hoops, Steve Collins and Bill Flitter dive into the hot topic of playing time for youth basketball teams. They explore the nuances of when to transition from equal playing time to a merit-based system, considering age, league rules, program objectives, and game-specific situations. With insightful perspectives and personal anecdotes, the hosts offer guidance on se...

https://teachhoops.com/ In this episode of Coaching Youth Hoops, hosts Steve Collins and Bill Flitter dive into the world of coaching etiquette. From sharing personal experiences to discussing the challenges of coaching young players, the hosts explore the complexities of navigating sportsmanship and respect in basketball. They touch on scenarios where coaches face difficult decisions, such as dea...

Welcome to Coaching Youth Hoops, where we cover all aspects of coaching youth basketball. In this episode, hosts Steve Collins and Bill Flitter catch up and discuss when it's appropriate for young players to start shooting 3-pointers, the importance of form and strength, and the psychological barriers associated with the 3-point line. They provide valuable advice for coaches and parents on develop...

https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ Welcome back to Coaching Youth Hoops! In this episode, Steve Collins and Bill Flitter discuss postseason awards for youth basketball teams. They share their thoughts on MVP awards, most improved player recognition, and the importance of creating non-ability-related awards to celebrate all players. The hosts also delve into the impact of recognizing players beyond tr...

https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ In this episode of Coaching Youth Hoops, Steve and Bill discuss the importance of teaching key skills and values to basketball players. They share their thoughts on the essential aspects of coaching, including mental toughness, teamwork, sportsmanship, and communication. Join us as we delve into the fundamental elements of coaching and the challenges that come with...

https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ In this episode of Coaching Youth Hoops, hosts Steve Collins and Bill Flitter dive into the topic of league rules and the challenges coaches face with their enforcement. They discuss the frustration of dealing with coaches who bend the rules for a competitive edge and provide insights on handling rule violations during and after games. Drawing from their own experie...

https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ On this episode of Coaching Youth Hoops, hosts Steve Collins and Bill Flitter delve into the world of press breaks in basketball. They share their insights and experiences on handling the press with only one solid ball handler and offer tips and advice for coaches facing this challenge. Bill Flitter even offers a highly effective press break from his coaching arsena...

Get 7 Steps https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ Welcome to Coaching Youth Hoops, where we discuss all things related to coaching and teaching young basketball players. In this episode, hosts Steve Collins and Bill Flitter dive into the concept of explaining basketball plays and how to teach them to young athletes effectively. They share their experiences, insights, and a 7-step process backed by scien...

GameChanger offers real-time scorekeeping and live streaming — for free. Put your team on the winning track and make strategic game-time decisions with in-game and season-long stats at your fingertips.  https://gc.com/CoachingYouthHoops In this episode of Coaching Youth Hoops, hosts Steve Collins and Bill Flitter delve into the common issue of players getting caught underneath the basket while reb...

GameChanger offers real-time scorekeeping and live streaming — for free. Put your team on the winning track and make strategic game-time decisions with in-game and season-long stats at your fingertips.  https://gc.com/CoachingYouthHoops Welcome to another episode of Coaching Youth Hoops with your host, Coach Bill Flitter. In this episode, Coach Bill discusses the right time to teach right-hand and...

GameChanger offers real-time scorekeeping and live streaming — for free. Put your team on the winning track and make strategic game-time decisions with in-game and season-long stats at your fingertips.  https://gc.com/CoachingYouthHoops In this episode of Coaching Youth Hoops, hosts Steve Collins and Bill Flitter discuss the important topic of wrapping up the youth basketball season. They delve in...

GameChanger offers real-time scorekeeping and live streaming — for free. Put your team on the winning track and make strategic game-time decisions with in-game and season-long stats at your fingertips.  https://gc.com/CoachingYouthHoops Welcome to Coaching Youth Hoops! In this episode, hosts Steve Collins and Bill Flitter dive into a common challenge youth basketball players face - picking up the...

GameChanger offers real-time scorekeeping and live streaming — for free. Put your team on the winning track and make strategic game-time decisions with in-game and season-long stats at your fingertips.  https://gc.com/CoachingYouthHoops On this episode of Coaching Youth Hoops, host Bill Flitter discusses the important considerations when choosing an AAU team for young basketball players. With year...

GameChanger offers real-time scorekeeping and live streaming — for free. Put your team on the winning track and make strategic game-time decisions with in-game and season-long stats at your fingertips.  https://gc.com/CoachingYouthHoops Welcome to another episode of Coaching Youth Hoops with your host, Coach Bill Flitter. In this episode, Coach Bill discusses the right time to teach right-hand and...

In this episode of Coaching Youth Hoops, host Bill Flitter delves into the fundamental question of "Why do we run plays?" He reflects on the importance of teaching young players spatial awareness, communication, positioning and movement, hustle, and court awareness. Bill emphasizes the significance of developing a well-rounded understanding of the game beyond just scoring and dribbling. Tune in to...

GameChanger offers real-time scorekeeping and live streaming — for free. Put your team on the winning track and make strategic game-time decisions with in-game and season-long stats at your fingertips.  https://gc.com/CoachingYouthHoops Welcome back to another episode of Coaching Youth Hoops! Coach Bill Flitter delves into a common issue that many youth basketball coaches face: losing your cool wi...

https://gc.com/CoachingYouthHoops Welcome to Coaching Youth Hoops, where we delve into the ins and outs of coaching youth basketball. In this episode, our hosts, Steve Collins and Bill Flitter, tackle the controversial topic of ranking youth players in basketball, particularly in the 3rd through 8th grades. They discuss these rankings' potential harms and benefits, highlighting the impact on playe...

https://gc.com/CoachingYouthHoops In this episode of Coaching Youth Hoops, hosts Steve Collins and Bill Flitter delve into the topic of structured versus free-flowing teams. They discuss the balance between providing structure and allowing creativity in youth basketball coaching. They explore the impact of over-coaching on kids' development and emphasize the importance of tailoring coaching strate...

https://gc.com/CoachingYouthHoops In this episode of Coaching Youth Hoops, hosts Steve Collins and Bill Flitter dive into the topic of maximizing your time in the gym by having the same offense for both zone and man defense. They discuss the benefits of simplifying plays to reduce confusion for young players and share insights on creating efficient and effective strategies for both defense types....