Coach's Edge

On this episode Coach Cramer talks about one of his favorite topics, shooting and shot selection. We break down the questions to ask yourself and your players regarding the shots they take in a game. Can we get back in transition? Can we offensive rebound? Is it expected? Is it appropriate given time, score and situation? Is it a shot we practice often? and much more such as shooting drill types a...

In this episode Coach Cramer shares some of his favorite Finishing Moves around the rim as well as some protection plans players can use when they get in trouble attacking the basket. Check the links below to connect with us! Website: www.coachsedge.coach Email: contact@cramerbasketball.com Camps: www. Cramerbasketball.com Online Training: https://cramerbasketball.mypthub.net/3/p/133059 Twitter.co...

In this episode Steve shares the audio from one of his Coach's Edge presentations on late game philosophy. Here are a few of the things he talks about: General Late Game Philosophy Press Breaks Pressure Defenses Half Court Traps Plays/BLOBS If you have questions be sure to reach out to us and if you could leave a positive rating and review that would be awesome! Check the links below to connect wi...

In this episode Steve shares feedback from a recent Style of Play Survey. Hopefully this can give you some ideas of how coaches are playing this season. Check the links below to connect with us! Website: www.coachsedge.coach Email: contact@cramerbasketball.com Camps: www. Cramerbasketball.com Online Training: https://cramerbasketball.mypthub.net/3/p/133059 Twitter.com/coachsedge1 Twitter.com/steve...

On this episode NBA Champion and former assistant for the Boston Celtics Kevin Eastman joins the show. Kevin was an assistant for the Boston Celtics, LA Clippers. Kevin has over 40 years of coaching experience at the college and NBA levels and his book Why the Best are the Best is one of my favorite books. He is a top level thought leader and speaks to a wide range of groups both in the business a...

On this episode NBA Champion and former assistant for the Boston Celtics Kevin Eastman joins the show. Kevin was an assistant for the Boston Celtics, LA Clippers. Kevin has over 40 years of coaching experience at the college and NBA levels and his book Why the Best are the Best is one of my favorite books. He is a top level thought leader and speaks to a wide range of groups both in the business a...

In this episode Steve and Jadon talk about how we can improve communication with our team, particularly the players coming off the bench. Steve and Jadon both shares stories and examples from their playing and coaching careers on how communication was used or could have been used better. Coach Cramer's three keys for better communication Clear Concise Consistent Fourth and most important key: CARE...

In this episode Coach Cramer talks about some of the drills, reads and tips when handling the ball against pressure. Three protect stance reads Three face up pressure reads 12 second drill Attacking gaps against zone pressure! Check the links below to connect with us! Website: www.coachsedge.coach Email: contact@cramerbasketball.com Camps: www. Cramerbasketball.com Online Training: https://cramerb...

In this episode Coach Cramer shares some thoughts on how we as individuals can be better and make those around us better. So much about life is frame of mind. Secondly, Coach Cramer shares 5 tips for conference play this season. 1. Shorten Rotations 2. Play through Your Best Players 3. Add Wrinkles and Tweaks 4. End of Game Lineups and Situations 5. The importance of the Scouting Report 6. Bonus T...

In this episode Coach Cramer talks about the different types of instruction they provide through the Coach's Edge and Cramer Basketball. Different instruction types can be very beneficial for players, parents and coaches, not only from a learning and application standpoint, but from the time and money many players invest in their child. As players, parents and coaches, it's important to ask WHY ar...

In this episode breaking down Youth Basketball Programming Coach Troshak and Cramer break down: Scheduling/Programming Presence/Attitude Building Skills Balancing Fun and Development Importance of Keeping things Moving Making Kids feel Included Coaching Checklist  3 v 3, 5 v 5 and much more... Check the links below to connect with us! Website: www.coachsedge.coach Email: contact@cramerbasketb...

In this Bonus episode Coach Troshak and Coach Cramer share what their experiences are as youth basketball directors. We touch on organization and skill development in this short teaser episode. Be sure to check back on Friday for our complete episode on Youth Basketball Programming. Check the links below to connect with us! Website: www.coachsedge.coach Email: contact@cramerbasketball.com Camps: w...

In this episode Ryan Kardok of Parrish Community High School, FL joins the Coach's Edge Pod. He talks about some of the lessons learned as a former college player and coach and how he applies it to being a varsity basketball coach.  Practice Plan Package: https://mailchi.mp/bafde8c0120a/practice-planningg Coach Kardok Coaching Experience: twitter.com/coachrkardok Parrish High School (2020-Pre...

In this episode Todd Cramer shares his experiences as a Junior High Coach. This was part of a recent Coach's Edge Members Only Meeting. Listen to the first half of our meeting as Todd shares some of his key points of emphasis and advice to Junior High Coaches as well as advice to varsity coaches and how they can communicate with their junior high staff. Todd brings over 20 years of coaching experi...

Chip Clark, college and HS official and member of the Board of Directors for his local Basketball Officials Association joins the show to share main points of emphasis for officials heading into the 21-22 season. We touch on: Player Control Fouls Timeouts Screening Unsporting Conduct Traveling: Spin, step back, euro step. Follow Chip on Twitter: twitter.com/officialchipc Check the links below to c...

Coach White is an assistant men's coach at Aquinas College. He has prior coaching experience at Kalamazoo College, Albion College, Glen Oaks Community College and the University of Wisconsin Stout. Coach White prides himself on Defense and overall team defensive concepts. He also is a huge advocate for small college basketball and the lessons and connections that can benefit athletes well beyond t...

Coach White is an assistant men's coach at Aquinas College. He has prior coaching experience at Kalamazoo College, Albion College, Glen Oaks Community College and the University of Wisconsin Stout. Coach White prides himself on Defense and overall team defensive concepts. He also is a huge advocate for small college basketball and the lessons and connections that can benefit athletes well beyond t...

In this episode Coach Troshak and Cramer share some of the books they have read recently that have positively impacted them and their coaching. Interested in our Zone Offense Course: Order HERE   1-3-1 Zone Offense Package Here are a few books that they touch on in this episode. Burn Your Goals Shift Your Mind How to Win Friends and Influence People Why the Best are the Best W1nning Atomic Ha...

In this episode Coach Anthony Troshak and Steve Cramer share a couple of their favorite recent reads. This episode highlights the complete episode for this Friday in which both coaches share 5 books each that have impacted their coaching and life recently. Zone Offense Package: Click Here Toughness: Jay Bilas Lock Down Defense: Michael Jagacki Check the links below to connect with us! Website: www...

Sports Performance Coach Lee Taft, “The Speed Guy”, is highly respected as one of the top athletic movement specialists in the world. He trains athletes and coaches from the youth level to the NBA. He also has experience as a varsity basketball coach for both boys and girls. He has used his experience as a basketball coach and sports performance coach to pinpoint the movements of basketball into r...

Sports Performance Coach Lee Taft, “The Speed Guy”, is highly respected as one of the top athletic movement specialists in the world.  He trains athletes and coaches from the youth level to the NBA. He also has experience as a varsity basketball coach for both boys and girls. He has used his experience as a basketball coach and sports performance coach to pinpoint the movements of basketball...

In this episode Coach Matt Neil breaks down some of the DRILLS, SKILLS, and TECHNIQUES for your players to be effective around the rim! You can learn more about Coach Neil below. Coach Matt Neil was a long time assistant and then Head Coach at Hope College. While there, he was responsible for the development of several all conference and All American post players. He was a tireless recruiter, stud...

Check out our coaches membership at: coachsedge.coach In this bonus episode Coach AJ Burton Associate Head Coach at Southern Maine CC breaks down his: offensive principles main actions transition personnel skill set personnel personnel common denominators Our Coach's Edge Membership is $64.99/3 months and you can cancel at anytime. Check the links below to connect with us! Website: www.coachsedge....

THE COACH'S EDGE IS LIVE! Launch ends Oct. 31st. 2021 for the 2021-2022 basketball season. In this solo episode Steve shares how he breaks down player development and practice plans using the Teaching, Training, Competing blocks and also shares the vital questions we as coaches should be asking ourselves when we design a workout or practice plan. If you enjoyed this episode please leave a positive...

In this episode Coach Troshak breaks down how he looks at practice planning. Layers Progressions Loading Daily Vitamins-Everyday Drills and Skills 4 Square Practice Plans and much more... Check the links below to connect with us! Website: www.coachsedge.coach Email: contact@cramerbasketball.com Camps: www. Cramerbasketball.com Online Training: https://cramerbasketball.mypthub.net/3/p/133059 Twitte...