Coaching Youth Hoops (Youth Basketball Coach)

https://gc.com/CoachingYouthHoops Welcome to the "Coaching Youth Hoops" podcast, where basketball coaches Steve Collins and Bill Flitter dive into the world of coaching youth basketball. In this episode, "Dribbling on the catch," Steve and Bill discuss the common problem of young players immediately dribbling the ball upon catching it and how to address this issue. They tackle the reasons behind t...

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https://gc.com/CoachingYouthHoops In this episode of Coaching Youth Hoops, hosts Steve Collins and Bill Flitter dive into the topic of the 5 out offense. They discuss the challenges of implementing and running this offense at the youth level, particularly addressing the issue of the weak side not moving enough and the middle being easily packed by the defense. They share their experiences and stra...

https://gc.com/CoachingYouthHoops On this episode of Coaching Youth Hoops, Steve Collins and Bill Flitter delve into the challenging concept of spacing in youth basketball. As they reflect on their own coaching experiences and hurdles faced during practices, they share their insights on breaking down this complex fundamental into smaller, digestible pieces for young players to grasp. From the impo...

Welcome to "Coaching Youth Hoops," where we dive into all things youth basketball coaching. In this episode, hosts Steve Collins and Bill Flitter discuss the topic of confidence on the court. From handling mistakes in a game to the importance of understanding the "why" behind drills, they explore how to build confidence in young players. They also share insights into mistake responses, the use of...

https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ Welcome to "Coaching Youth Hoops" with host Bill Flitter! In this episode, Coach Sam Waniewski joins the show to discuss the crucial aspects of creating a team's identity. Waniewski shares insights on the significance of player feedback, aligning with the coach's focus, and establishing a team's core principles for optimal performance. He emphasizes the need for ski...

Welcome to Coaching Youth Hoops! In this episode, Steve Collins and Bill Flitter share their experiences and creative strategies for incorporating free throws into practice, emphasizing the importance of pressure situations and the potential for improvement through repetition. Whether incorporating free throws into transition drills, organizing a free throw ladder competition, or adding a fun twis...

Teachhoops.com WintheSeason.com GameChanger Website Welcome to "Coaching Youth Hoops" with your host, Bill Flitter. In this episode, Bill is joined by the President of Game Changer, a DICK'S Sporting Goods Company, Sameer Ahuja. They delve into the impact of AI and technology in youth sports, particularly through the Game Changer app. Sameer and Bill discuss the app's role in connecting families,...

Welcome to Coaching Youth Hoops, where we delve into the nitty-gritty of basketball rules and officiating. In this episode, our special guest, basketball referee Mark Priscaro, joins our host Bill Flitter to discuss the intricacies of fouls, defense, and player interactions on the court. Mark shares his extensive knowledge gained from over a decade of officiating and coaching experience, shedding...

Welcome to Coaching Youth Hoops, where we delve into the nitty-gritty of basketball rules and officiating. In this episode, our special guest, basketball referee Mark Priscaro, joins our host Bill Flitter to discuss the intricacies of fouls, defense, and player interactions on the court. Mark shares his extensive knowledge gained from over a decade of officiating and coaching experience, shedding...

In this episode of "Coaching Youth Hoops," we dive into the world of coaching strategies with special guest Coach Charles, a dedicated 5th-grade girls' club team coach from Iowa. Coach Charles shares his challenges in choosing the right offense for his team and seeks expert advice from host Bill Flitter. They explore creative coaching techniques, including the "Blitz Attack" offense, the use of ga...

In this episode of "Coaching Youth Hoops," we dive into the world of coaching strategies with special guest Coach Charles, a dedicated 5th-grade girls' club team coach from Iowa. Coach Charles shares his challenges in choosing the right offense for his team and seeks expert advice from host Bill Flitter. They explore creative coaching techniques, including the "Blitz Attack" offense, the use of ga...

Welcome to Coaching Youth Hoops with your host, Bill Flitter. In this episode, we delve into the concept of the Peak-End rule and how it affects youth basketball practices. Bill discusses the impact of how practices conclude on the players' overall perception of the session. He shares insights into the cognitive bias that influences how people remember past experiences, emphasizing the importance...

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www.basketballcoachesclinic.com www.coachingyouthhoopsmasterclass.com https://teachhoops.com/ basketballplaycreator.com In today's episode, Coach Patrick Conlon joins us for an insightful discussion on creating a competitive environment while focusing on life skills and teamwork, rather than just wins and losses. We dive into Coach Flitter's approach to empowering a leadership and Coach Conlon's s...

www.basketballcoachesclinic.com www.coachingyouthhoopsmasterclass.com https://teachhoops.com/ basketballplaycreator.com In today's episode, Coach Patrick Conlon joins us for an insightful discussion on creating a competitive environment while focusing on life skills and teamwork, rather than just wins and losses. We dive into Coach Flitter's approach to empowering a leadership and Coach Conlon's s...

  BasketballBlackFriday.com https://coachingyouthhoops.com/black-friday/ Welcome to another episode of Coaching Youth Hoops with Steve Collins and Bill Flitter. Today's episode discusses the importance of conditioning in basketball practices. They share their thoughts on incorporating conditioning drills while keeping them engaging and fun for young players. Steve and Bill also touch on the benefi...

Zoom Action Article Blitz / Zoom Offense Are you a youth basketball coach looking for an effective offense for your team? Look no further! In this episode of Coaching Youth Hoops, we discussed 11 reasons why Zoom Action resonates with youth teams. Host Bill Flitter shared insights into the simplicity and versatility of Zoom action, which doesn't require elite ball handlers, increases scoring oppor...

 BasketballBlackFriday.com https://coachingyouthhoops.com/black-friday/ Are you struggling with a ball hog on your youth basketball team? In this episode of Coaching Youth Hoops, Steve Collins and Bill Flitter discuss strategies for dealing with this common challenge. They highlight the importance of communication and teamwork, encouraging the ball hog to develop other skills while emphasizing the...

 BasketballBlackFriday.com https://coachingyouthhoops.com/black-friday/ In this Thanksgiving-themed episode of Coaching Youth Hoops, hosts Steve Collins and Bill Flitter discuss their holiday plans and express their gratitude to the listeners for their support and feedback throughout the year. Steve plans to enjoy a lot of food and take a nap, while Bill shares his tradition of playing flag footba...

 BasketballBlackFriday.com https://coachingyouthhoops.com/black-friday/ On "Coaching Youth Hoops," Steve Collins and Bill Flitter discuss the three key things you should do at every practice. First, prioritize skill development for your young athletes. Next, incorporate small-sided games to enhance their understanding of the game. And lastly, don't forget to make it fun! But that's not all, they...

HoopsTeambuilding.com Basketballblackfriday.com Welcome to another episode of Coaching Youth Hoops! In this episode, our hosts, Steve Collins and Bill Flitter, dive into an interesting topic that came from the Coaching Youth Hoops Facebook group. They discuss the one basketball skill that should be taught at the elementary level. While Bill believes that shooting is the key to building confidence...

HoopsTeambuilding.com Basketballblackfriday.com Welcome back to another episode of Coaching Youth Hoops! In this episode, Steve Collins and Bill Flitter dive into the topic of consequences for youth basketball players. They discuss the different levels of consequences and when they are appropriate, from issues like misbehaving in practice to larger goals not being met in games. Steve and Bill shar...

HoopsTeambuilding.com Basketballblackfriday.com Welcome to Coaching Youth Hoops with Steve Collins and Bill Flitter. In this episode titled "When to Introduce Dribble Handoffs in Youth Basketball," Steve and Bill discuss whether or not dribble handoffs should be taught at the 5th-grade level or any level of youth basketball. They share their insights on the importance of foundational skills like f...

HoopsTeambuilding.com Basketballblackfriday.com Welcome back to Coaching Youth Hoops! In today's episode, we dive into a controversial topic that has sparked a heated discussion on Twitter. The question at hand is whether "pass and cut" is the worst thing you can do in basketball. Coach Bill brings up a video by a European coach who argues against this fundamental concept. With differing opinions...