Samuel Farrar

Underdog Hoops

Sports EN ↓ 251 episodes

This podcast is for basketball coaches of all levels.

Author

Samuel Farrar

Category

Sports

Podcast website

www.underdoghoops.com

Latest episode

Jul 5, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 146 Hedging a Ball Screen 04.08.2024

In this episode of the Underdog Hoops Podcast, we dive deep into the essential defensive technique of hedging ball screens. Join Coach Farrar as he breaks down the fundamentals of hedging, explaining its crucial role in disrupting the ball handler’s rhythm and preventing easy scoring opportunities. Learn about the different types of hedges—hard hedge, soft hedge, and show hedge—and discover when a...

Episode 145 Team Bonding Opportunities 07.07.2024

Learn about team bonding opportunities, and how you can use them to build team chemistry in camaraderie with your basketball team to help take them to the next level Welcome to Underdog Hoops! Our channel is your go-to destination for basketball development and coaching, offering you that underdog edge to elevate your game, whether you're a player or a coach. Unlock the full potential of your...

Episode 144 Summer Basketball 16.06.2024
Episode 146 Setting Roles and Responsibilities for Team Managers 09.06.2024

Welcome to Underdog Hoops! Our channel is your go-to destination for basketball development and coaching, offering you that underdog edge to elevate your game, whether you're a player or a coach. Unlock the full potential of your basketball journey with Underdog Hoops University. Gain access to all my coaching materials for just $4.99 a month. Visit www.underdoghoops.com/product/university to...

Episode 145 What I see as a sign of respect vs. disrespect 02.06.2024

Learn about respect and disrespect and how they can be used to teach respect and practice. Athletes and coaches change all the time. It is important to understand what the athletes see as a sign and what the coaches see as a sign of respect and open communication. Welcome to Underdog Hoops! Our channel is your go-to destination for basketball development and coaching, offering you that underdog ed...

Episode 144 Roles and Responsibilities of a Basketball Coach 26.05.2024

Learn my roles and responsibilities for me as a head coach and my two assistance this year and how I plan on implementing them in practice and games to get the most out of my assistant coaches. Welcome to Underdog Hoops! Our channel is your go-to destination for basketball development and coaching, offering you that underdog edge to elevate your game, whether you're a player or a coach. Unlock...

Episode 143 How I Plan to Prepare for Summer 05.05.2024

Welcome to Underdog Hoops! Our channel is your go-to destination for basketball development and coaching, offering you that underdog edge to elevate your game, whether you're a player or a coach. Unlock the full potential of your basketball journey with Underdog Hoops University. Gain access to all my coaching materials for just $4.99 a month. Visit www.underdoghoops.com/product/university to...

Episode 142 From Doubt to Dominance: Building Confidence in Basketball 28.04.2024

Welcome to Underdog Hoops! Our channel is your go-to destination for basketball development and coaching, offering you that underdog edge to elevate your game, whether you're a player or a coach. Unlock the full potential of your basketball journey with Underdog Hoops University. Gain access to all my coaching materials for just $4.99 a month. Visit www.underdoghoops.com/product/university to...

Episode 141 Inside the Athlete's Head: Overcoming Mental Blocks 21.04.2024

Welcome to Underdog Hoops! Our channel is your go-to destination for basketball development and coaching, offering you that underdog edge to elevate your game, whether you're a player or a coach. Unlock the full potential of your basketball journey with Underdog Hoops University. Gain access to all my coaching materials for just $4.99 a month. Visit www.underdoghoops.com/product/university to...

Episode 140 The Champion's Mindset: Strategies for Peak Performance 14.04.2024

Welcome to Underdog Hoops! Our channel is your go-to destination for basketball development and coaching, offering you that underdog edge to elevate your game, whether you're a player or a coach. Unlock the full potential of your basketball journey with Underdog Hoops University. Gain access to all my coaching materials for just $4.99 a month. Visit www.underdoghoops.com/product/university to...

Episode 139 Mind Games: Unlocking Mental Toughness on the Court 08.04.2024

Welcome to Underdog Hoops! Our channel is your go-to destination for basketball development and coaching, offering you that underdog edge to elevate your game, whether you're a player or a coach. Unlock the full potential of your basketball journey with Underdog Hoops University. Gain access to all my coaching materials for just $4.99 a month. Visit www.underdoghoops.com/product/university to...

Episode 138 why are you should be filming games with SeasonCast? 01.10.2023

This episode will unpack SeasonCast Welcome to Underdog Hoops! Our channel explores basketball development and coaching, providing you with an underdog edge as a basketball player or coach. Join us every Wednesday at 8 am PST for new videos and our podcast every Sunday at 8 am PST. Podcast: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/vdH5gjF8Cyb Sign up for our newsletter and receive a free playbook to h...

Episode 137 Understanding and Utilizing Game Clock 24.09.2023

In this episode, we will talk about clock management, and how you can best, manage the clock and help your team to their next victory. Welcome to Underdog Hoops! Our channel explores basketball development and coaching, providing you with an underdog edge as a basketball player or coach. Join us every Wednesday at 8 am PST for new videos and our podcast every Sunday at 8 am PST. Podcast: https://s...

Episode 136 Rewind with Coach Chase Cole 17.09.2023

Welcome to Underdog Hoops! Our channel explores basketball development and coaching, providing you with an underdog edge as a basketball player or coach. Join us every Wednesday at 8 am PST for new videos and our podcast every Sunday at 8 am PST. Podcast: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/vdH5gjF8Cyb Sign up for our newsletter and receive a free playbook to help you take your game to the next l...

Episode 135 Rewind with Coach Garrett 10.09.2023

Welcome to Underdog Hoops! Our channel explores basketball development and coaching, providing you with an underdog edge as a basketball player or coach. Join us every Wednesday at 8 am PST for new videos and our podcast every Sunday at 8 am PST. Podcast: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/vdH5gjF8Cyb Sign up for our newsletter and receive a free playbook to help you take your game to the next l...

Episode 134 A Coaches Guide to Basketball Tryouts 03.09.2023

Tryouts are just around the corner come get prepared with us.

Episode 133 The Winning Game Plan: Mastering Practice Planning for Basketball Coaches 27.08.2023

Whether you're a seasoned coach or just starting your journey, "The Winning Game Plan" offers valuable insights, practical tips, and expert interviews that will take your coaching prowess to the next level. From setting clear objectives to structuring dynamic practice routines, from providing impactful feedback to adapting on the fly, each episode equips you with the tools you need t...

Episode 132 Basketball coaching and scouting strategies 20.08.2023

Welcome to Underdog Hoops! Our channel explores basketball development and coaching, providing you with an underdog edge as a basketball player or coach. Join us every Wednesday at 8 am PST for new videos and our podcast every Sunday at 8 am PST. Podcast: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/... Sign up for our newsletter and receive a free playbook to help you take your game to the next level! An...

Episode 131 Goal Setting with Feedback in Basketball 13.08.2023

Feedback is important. It is so important as coaches to have the ability to share feedback with your athletes and encourage them to keep setting higher goals. This podcast we will discuss how you can basket the back inside goals for your team.

Episode 130 Rewind Interview with Dan Wiatre 06.08.2023

In this episode we rewind to our interview with Dan Wiatre a high school basketball coach.

Episode 129 Defense Wins Ball Games 30.07.2023

Welcome to Underdog Hoops! Our channel explores basketball development and coaching, providing you with an underdog edge as a basketball player or coach. Join us every Wednesday at 8 am PST for new videos and our podcast every Sunday at 8 am PST. Podcast: ⁠www.underdoghoops.com/podcast⁠ Sign up for our newsletter and receive a free playbook to help you take your game to the next level! And remembe...

Episode 128 Building Blocks for Basketball Fundamentalsism 23.07.2023

Welcome to Underdog Hoops! Our channel explores basketball development and coaching, providing you with an underdog edge as a basketball player or coach. Join us every Wednesday at 8 am PST for new videos and our podcast every Sunday at 8 am PST. Podcast: www.underdoghoops.com/podcast Sign up for our newsletter and receive a free playbook to help you take your game to the next level! And remember...

Episode 127 Creating Team Culture 16.07.2023

In this episode of Underdog Hoops, we delve into the crucial topic of team culture in the realm of basketball. Team culture plays a pivotal role in shaping the dynamics, communication, and overall atmosphere within a basketball team. Join us as we explore the key elements that contribute to a positive team culture and discuss practical strategies for coaches, players, and team members to foster un...

Episode 126 Summer, Conditioning, Skill Development, Team Bonding, Dead Period 09.07.2023

In this episode, we will go over topics Off-season conditioning individual skill development game, IQ and basketball knowledge Team building and collaboration mental conditioning and rest Best Play Creator The Hoops Geek Play Creator https://app.thehoopsgeek.com/?ref=underdoghoops Welcome to Underdog Hoops! Our channel explores basketball development and coaching, providing you with an underdog ed...

Episode 125 Preparing for Summer Basketball 03.04.2023

In this episode, we'll be discussing a basketball coach's plan for summer league. Summer league can be an important time for players and coaches to develop skills and build team chemistry. In this podcast, we'll explore the key elements of a successful summer league plan, including setting goals, building team chemistry, conditioning and skill development, game strategy and tactics, an...

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