
This playbook is a curated collection of ideas, philosophies, and guidelines. Not just specific plays, but rather for sharing strategic insights and approaches.
Pistol Action is a youth coach’s secret weapon: simple, effective, and easy to teach. Boost spacing, timing, and basketball IQ with this 3-man game.
The elevator screen is a beautifully disguised set that has made its way from elite NBA offenses into systems at every level. Here’s how it works and why it’s so effective.
The Spain Pick and Roll is more than just a set, it’s a strategic action that collapses defenses and creates mismatches. Here's how it works and how to read coverages like a pro.
The Gortat screen is a subtle but powerful off-ball tactic where bigs seal their own defender to free up driving lanes. Learn how to teach it legally and effectively to youth and high school players.
Break down 8 effective baseline out-of-bounds plays designed to create quick looks, confuse defenses, and flow seamlessly into motion offense.
Creighton’s textbook ball screen blitz shut down Ohio’s pick-and-roll. Here’s how it works, why it’s effective, and how to teach it at youth and high school levels.
The Triangle-and-Two is a hybrid defense designed to disrupt teams with two top scorers. Learn how to run it with key teaching points and common mistakes to avoid.
Learn how to use the Box-and-One defense at the youth level to shut down dominant scorers. This hybrid zone system is simple to teach and surprisingly disruptive.
A coach-ready guide to the 1-2-1-1 diamond zone press, complete with rotations, trapping angles, and defensive responsibilities. Ideal for high school and youth basketball.
Want a defense that creates chaos and scoring chances? Learn how the 1-3-1 zone defense pressures the ball, traps the corners, and forces turnovers that lead to fast breaks.
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This simple yet detailed shooting drill trains players to drive, pass, relocate, and shoot under pressure. A must-use for youth and high school coaches.