Coach's Edge

In this episode Coach Troshak of Brown City High School shares how he breaks down shot selection to his team.  Coach Troshak does a great job of explaining the "why" of shot selection with his team and the types of shots that they strive to take.  He provides a simple and easy way for coaches looking for a detailed way to breakdown shot selection with their team.   If you have a way...

In this episode Coach Cramer shares a Shooting Point System for tracking whether or not your team is taking good shots each game. This episode serves as an appetizer to our episode on Monday regarding Shot Selection with Varsity Boys Basketball Coach Anthony Troshak. We continue to take a deep dive into the "Silent Killer" that is shot selection. We hope that you enjoy this episode and if you foun...

Coach Morehouse became the Head Women's Basketball Coach at Hope College in 1996-97. He quickly turned the program into one of the best in the country.  Morehouse reached the 600 win mark faster than any men's or women's coach in Division 1, 2 or 3 history. Hope won the national title in the 05-06 season. Coach Morehouse has multiple national coach of the year awards by the WBCA, DIII News an...

We hope you enjoy this BONUS episode on why players miss game shots. Be sure to check out our upcoming episode regarding shot selection with Coach Troshak and be sure to share this with a fellow coach who may find it beneficial. If there is anything that we can do for you please let us. Have a great day! Check the links below to connect with us! Website: Cramerbasketball.com Online Training: Membe...

In this episode Spencer shares his journey as a college and professional player as well as his thoughts on player development. Spencer Jennings is from Midland, Michigan where he attended Dow High School and earned first team all Saginaw Valley League Honors as a junior and senior.  After High School, Spencer attended Hope College for a semester, transferred to Albion College for a semester,...

In this episode Coach Cramer gives 5 tips on what players can do to use the off-ball screen efficiently and effectively. We'd love to hear your feedback on what has worked for you as a coach in teaching your players how to use off ball screens.  Connect with us below! Website: Cramerbasketball.com Online Training: Member.cramerbasketball.com Twitter.com/coachsedge1 Twitter.com/CoachTroshak Twitter...

In this episode Vitto Brown, former Wisconsin Badger shares his thoughts on overcoming adversity and adapting to new challenges. Vitto played in the Final Four, the National Championship game and continued that success in the NBA G-League. He played 3 season in the NBA G-League, last season being his best as he averaged over 15pts and 6 rbs per game.  He shares his experience on overcoming ad...

This episode is all about free throw shooting. Coach Cramer shares 5 helpful tips to keep in mind when working with your program as well as his Four H's of Free Throw shooting to help your players knock down shots in the game.  We would love to hear from you, what pieces of instruction have you used with your players to improve their free throw shooting. If you would like to get your hands on...

Topics: Defending a high level post player Effective Leadership  (PART 2) 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, student of the game, motivator and was focused on winning games and developing people. As a player, Coach Nei...

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, student of the game, motivator and was focused on winning games and developing people. As a player, Coach Neil was a three time all league performer and MIAA MVP his senior year. As a...

Coach Cramer is a former professional player that has been full time in player and program development since 2014. Cramer founded the Coach's Edge and the Coach's Edge Podcast.  Coach Cramer leads camps, clinics, and online training to help your team reach their potential.  Learn about his business model, his coaching philosophies and his heart to help all players grow their skill level. A big tha...

Coach Cramer shares FIVE Low Risk-High Reward moves for the game of basketball. We'd love to hear what some of your favorite Low-Risk, High-Reward moves are on our twitter page, twitter.com/coachsedge1  You can also use the hashtag: #gettheedge Let's get better! Check the links below to connect with us! Website: Cramerbasketball.com Online Training: Member.cramerbasketball.com Twitter.com/coa...

In this episode Coach Cramer and Coach Troshak of Brown City High School talk about the pro's and con's of getting the shot clock at the high school level. They talk about the impact that it can have in the flow of the game, the style and how it could help and hurt certain programs. We'd love to hear from you, and if you are for or against having the shot clock. If you are for the shot clock we wo...

Whit Holcomb-Faye has a variety of coaching and playing experiences. He was a Hall of Fame player at Radford University, one of the leading scorers in D1 college basketball and had a very successful career playing overseas. He was recently named the head coach for Moravian Prep in Hudson, NC and has been an AAU Coach for Team Winston, Big Shots as well as an assistant boys coach with his brot...

In this episode Coach Cramer breaks down 4 steps that coaches can use to progress players and develop new skills for game play.  This involves both block and randomized training progressions using the How, Why, What and When to improve players understanding of game play and game skill. It's also a fun way for players to enjoy the process of development and an easy way for them to be able to t...

Part 2 of our 2 part interview with Southern Indiana Assistant Men's Coach John Spruance on the Pack-Line Defense. Coach Spruance was recently named one of the 50 most impactful assistant coaches in the NCAA Division 2 and has great experience implementing the Pack-Line defense. In episode one we cover: Defensive Rebounding Gap Defense Positioning Footwork and Hand placement on closeouts Small gro...

Part 1 of our 2 part interview with Southern Indiana Assistant Men's Coach John Spruance on the Pack-Line Defense. Coach Spruance was recently named one of the 50 most impactful assistant coaches in the NCAA Division 2 and has great experience implementing the Pack-Line defense. In episode one we cover: What and Why of the Pack Pack Line Misconceptions Rules of the Pack Difference between being in...

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Coach Chuck Arnold is a high school boys basketball coach in Patow, Texas who holds certifications in FIBA, USA Basketball and holds the highest possible coaching certification for FIBA 3x3.  He shares how God has played a roll in him becoming a basketball coach and finding his purpose in life. Coach Arnold coaches on of the top high school teams in the state of Texas. He travels around the w...

Dave Lester's coaching career speaks for itself. Kingston basketball has won over 70% of their games and numerous championships on the boys and girls side over Lester's coaching career.  His teams are known for having a high basketball IQ, being unselfish and playing great defense; which he speaks about in this episode. Hear how he and the team dealt with having their historic 21-1 season cut...

In this episode we cover: Key components to a strong Strength & Conditioning Program Best lifts for Basketball Players Best dynamic exercises for Basketball Players What is most neglected by player during the off-season? Proper Nutrition: what not to eat! Should you shoot after lifting weights? Crossfit for basketball? The importance of rest while lifting Drew Lehman, from Toledo, OH attended...

In this episode Coach Troshak asks Coach Cramer about his 3 Out 2 In Motion Offense. This offense easily transitions into a 4 out 1 in as well. Cramer talks about the reads, options the type of team this works well for and just as importantly the small sided drills help suit this offense. No normal intro and outro music for this episode, audio editing will be back soon. Thanks for listening and if...

Coach Cramer gets the opportunity to work with thousands of athletes each year. The most common request from players and coaches alike is how they can become better at breaking down the defense and getting to the rim. This has been a game changer for the players and teams he has worked with. Here are a few of the talking points from this episode as he and Coach Troshak break down how to utilize th...

In this episode of the Coach's Edge, Drew Lehman talks about what makes a great off-season strength and conditioning program. Drew's experience as both a former high level player and current coach give him a unique perspective on the "do's and don'ts" of strength training.  In this episode he touches on his favorite lifts, motivating athletes in the off-season, developing a plan, and nutritio...

Pre-Practice can serve as the transition both physically and mentally for players to switch their mindset from school to basketball. In this episode Coach Cramer and Coach Troshak break down how teams and players can get the most out of their time before practice, even if they don't have access to a gym and a hoop.  Teams that use this time to their advantage will dramatically increase their...