Build a Mindset That Wins in The Game.
Built Different
Trained to handle pressure.
Game Within the Game
Win the moment.
Unbreakable Focus
No distractions. No doubts.
Earned Calm
Confidence is control.
Learn the Game Within the Game
In a world of social media, highlight reels, and instant gratification, real connection has never been harder—or more important. Plays and drills matter, but mindset wins games. I built this course to help coaches lead with purpose, communicate with authenticity, and build teams that stay strong when it matters most.
01Basketball keeps evolving — new spacing, new tech, new ideas. That’s why our Basketball Playbook isn’t a static course but a living guide. Plays, drills, and mental frameworks will keep growing with the game — not outdated PDFs, but real lessons built from progress on the court
02The mental game keeps changing — shaped by social media, highlight culture, and parents who sometimes coach from the sidelines. Today’s players face more noise than ever, and connecting with them takes more than drills or discipline. We need to evolve with the pressures, distractions, and realities of the modern world.
03From Fundamentals to Flow. It’s not just about teaching skills — it’s about creating rhythm. Fundamentals build the foundation, but flow is where the game comes alive. This section dives into how to move from structured teaching to instinctive play — helping players trust their training, read the floor, and make the game look effortless.
04It’s a System and a Resource. You can follow the full progression from mindset to execution or just grab what you need. The Basketball Playbook is built as a growing hub of tools designed to make you better: one rep, one speech, one player at a time.
I’m not claiming to have all the answers. I’m just someone who loves this game enough to keep studying it and sharing what actually works. If you’re here to get sharper, calmer, and more confident in how you play or coach, you’re in the right place.
The Mental Side of Coaching Basketball
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Handling Pressure & Game Management
Every game brings chaos. Learn to slow it down, stay clear under stress, and make decisions that keep you and your team in control.
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Communication & Presence
The best teams talk with purpose. Whether you’re leading from the sideline or the court, how you communicate shapes how others follow.
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Dealing With Mistakes
Missed shots, bad calls, wrong reads, they’re part of the game. What matters is how fast you bounce back, refocus, and move to the next play.
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Confidence & Identity
Confidence is built through preparation, belief, and knowing exactly who you are when the game tests you.
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Managing Emotions & People
Sports are emotional. Learn to control your energy, read others, and bring calm when the moment feels heavy.
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Long-Term Mindset & Growth
True competitors play the long game. Keep improving, keep learning, and build habits that outlast wins, losses, and seasons.
BBall Playbook
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"Elevator" Screens: How to Surprise Defenses
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.
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Spain Pick and Roll Modern Twist Explained
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.
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How to Use the Gortat Screen
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.
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How to Blitz Ball Screen Like Creighton
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.
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Use the Pre-Switch to Defend Ball Screens
This guide teaches the pre-switch, a smart, proactive switch technique to avoid defensive mismatches in pick-and-roll situations. Ideal for youth and high school coaches.
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How to Teach the Peel Switch in Help Defense
This article teaches the peel switch, a smart, efficient help defense rotation for youth and high school teams. Keep drives in check without leaving shooters open.
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Butler Disadvantage Drill: Build Decision Making
The Butler Disadvantage Drill simulates real-game pressure to teach players how to recover, communicate, and execute during live transition situations.
This playbook is a curated collection of ideas, philosophies, and guidelines. Not just specific plays, but rather for sharing strategic insights and approaches.