Coaching Basketball Podcast

Coach Matt Vincenzi (@Coach_Vincenzi) / X) discusses his coaching journey and his philosophy behind the 1-1-3 zone defense. He emphasizes the importance of building relationships with players and being a positive influence in their lives. The 1-1-3 zone defense is designed to adjust based on the opponent and focuses on ball pressure, creating turnovers, and modifying defensive strategies for specific players. Coach Vincenzi highlights the need for communication and proper rotations in order for the defense to be successful. He also discusses the weaknesses of the defense, such as teams with five good shooters and offensive rebounding, and how to mitigate those weaknesses. The conversation focused on the implementation and strategies of a zone defense in basketball. The coach discussed the importance of communication and positioning in the defense, as well as the need for disciplined closeouts and trapping. He also mentioned the challenges of teaching the defense and making adjustments based on the team's personnel. The coach shared examples of how the defense can frustrate opponents and create turnovers. He also mentioned his plans to tweak the defense and incorporate a one-two-two full-court press. Overall, the conversation highlighted the importance of leadership, experience, and adaptability in playing and coaching a zone defense.Previous Episode - Creating An Offensive SystemCoaching Basketball Podcast Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeTakeaways* Building relationships with players and being a positive influence is a key aspect of coaching.* The 1-1-3 zone defense is designed to adjust based on the opponent and focuses on ball pressure, creating turnovers, and modifying defensive strategies for specific players.* Communication and proper rotations are crucial for the success of the defense.* Teams with five good shooters and offensive rebounding can pose challenges for the defense.* Rebounding and having guards who can rebound are important for mitigating the weaknesses of the defense. Communication and positioning are crucial in a zone defense.* Disciplined closeouts and trapping can be effective strategies.* Teaching and implementing a zone defense can be challenging, especially with inexperienced players.* Adjustments and tweaks to the defense may be necessary based on the team's personnel.* Leadership, experience, and adaptability are key factors in playing and coaching a zone defense.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background02:57 Coaching Philosophy and Why We Coach04:56 Overall Philosophy and System09:04 Breakdown of the 1-1-3 Zone Defense17:03 Strengths and Weaknesses of the 1-1-3 Zone Defense26:35 Communication and Closeouts30:49 Transition Defense37:53 Bounce Defense and Trapping44:47 Installing and Adjusting the Zone Defense49:44 Exploring New Strategies and AdjustmentsPembroke Defense Video EditDownload this file here.Pembroke Defense Notes from Coach VincenziDownload This PDF Here📝 Playbooks:2023-24 Boston Celtics NBA Champions Playbook | 2024 Uconn National Champions Playbook | 2024 NCAA Tournament Playbook | NCAA Tournament Bundle (2018-2023) 🏀 Resources:Basketball Playbooks | Coaching Clinics | Coaching Membership | Newsletter👉🏻 Follow:Twitter | YouTube | InstagramEnjoy!Coach Pyper This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit halfcourthoops.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we discuss the process of creating an offensive system in basketball. We emphasize the importance of understanding your team's current personnel and balancing it with the system you want to run. I share examples of how my offensive identity shifted based on the strengths of his players each season. I also explore different aspects of an offensive system, such as playing fast or slow, transition offense, half-court offense, and offensive rebounding philosophy. I conclude by highlighting the significance of skill development in aligning with the offensive system.Previous Episode - Preseason PlanningCoaching Basketball Podcast Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeClinic Breakdown - Building An Offensive PlaybookTakeaways* Understand your team's current personnel and balance it with the offensive system you want to run.* Your offensive identity may shift each season based on the strengths of your players.* Consider whether to play fast or slow and how it impacts transition offense.* Choose between a rim runner or a five-out offense in transition.* Decide between motion offense or set plays in the half-court.* Determine your offensive rebounding philosophy and the number of players crashing the glass.* Be willing to change and tweak your offensive system as needed.* Align your skill development with the non-negotiables of your offensive system.Chapters00:00 Introduction04:04 Playing Fast or Slow: The Tempo Decision08:14 Half-Court Offense: Motion vs. Set Plays11:03 Offensive Rebounding Philosophy: Sending Players to the Glass16:29 Adaptability: Tweaking the System to Fit Your Team21:19 Conclusion📝 Playbooks:2023-24 Boston Celtics NBA Champions Playbook | 2024 Uconn National Champions Playbook | 2024 NCAA Tournament Playbook | NCAA Tournament Bundle (2018-2023) 🏀 Resources:Basketball Playbooks | Coaching Clinics | Coaching Membership | Newsletter👉🏻 Follow:Twitter | YouTube | InstagramEnjoy!Coach Pyper This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit halfcourthoops.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, Coach Gibson Pyper discusses his pre-season planning for basketball coaching. He emphasizes the importance of assessing the amount of time available for practice and tailoring the schedule accordingly. He also focuses on reinforcing team culture and core values during the pre-season. Coach Pyper shares his ideas for incorporating skill development, shooting drills, and conditioning tests into the pre-season plan. He also explains how he modifies existing drills to make them full-court and incorporates decision-making into shooting drills. Coach Pyper concludes by discussing the importance of creating go-to moves for players and making good decisions on the court.Previous Episode - Building A CultureCoaching Basketball Podcast Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeTakeaways* Assess the amount of time available for pre-season practice and plan the schedule accordingly* Reinforce team culture and core values during the pre-season* Incorporate skill development, shooting drills, and conditioning tests into the pre-season plan* Modify existing drills to make them full-court and incorporate decision-making* Create go-to moves for players and emphasize making good decisions on the courtChapters00:00 Introduction00:49 Assessing Time and Planning the Schedule02:27 Reinforcing Team Culture and Core Values05:53 Prioritizing Conditioning09:40 Simulating Game Situations: Shooting Drills21:26 Skill Development: Dribbling, Passing, and Creating Space31:17 Promoting Decision-Making and Quick Reactions36:27 Effective Communication and Game PlanningConditioning Tests-6:00 minute mile-13 Minute 2 Mile-20 Minute 3 MileSprint timing (down & back)1 - 8 seconds2 - 16 seconds3 - 24 seconds4 - 35 seconds5 - 45 Seconds6 - 55 Seconds7 - 1:05 8 - 1:209 - 1:3510 - 1:45Sniper Shots (2 Minute Test) - Sprint end to end with shotsCorners - 12 shots total (make 9)Wings - 14 shots total (make 10)Slots - 16 shots total (make 12)Top of key - 18 shots total (make 13)NBA Wide SeriesSkill DevelopmentCore skillsSample workout plan:📝 Playbooks:2023-24 Boston Celtics NBA Champions Playbook | 2024 Uconn National Champions Playbook | 2024 NCAA Tournament Playbook | NCAA Tournament Bundle (2018-2023) 🏀 Resources:Basketball Playbooks | Coaching Clinics | Coaching Membership | Newsletter👉🏻 Follow:Twitter | YouTube | InstagramEnjoy!Coach Pyper This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit halfcourthoops.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we discuss the importance of building a strong culture in a basketball program. I share my personal experience of taking over as head coach and establishing a culture at Heritage High School and turning around a team the year before that went 4-20 to 14-12 and making the playoffs again. There is a clear need to define and communicate the desired culture and I am working more and more on the role of actions built on core values that play a large part in shaping culture. I will recommend several books on building a culture and shares specific strategies I implemented, such as high fives, picking up teammates, intentional communication, and effort-based goals. I go over my strategy for preseason, in-season, and offseason activities that focus on building a cohesive and successful team. I will also reflect on some mistakes I made in the past and the lessons I learned from them and what I am looking to adjust for this upcoming season.Previous Episode - Becoming A Head CoachCoaching Basketball Podcast Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeKey takeaways:* Building a strong culture is essential for a successful basketball program.* Defining and communicating the desired culture is crucial.* Actions and behaviors shape the culture more than words or preaching.* Implementing specific strategies like high fives, picking up teammates, intentional communication, and effort-based goals can reinforce the desired culture.* Continuous learning and improvement are important for both coaches and players. Establishing and reinforcing team culture is crucial for success in basketball.* Preseason activities should focus on reestablishing the team culture and setting expectations.* In-season activities should include regular check-ins with players, culture days, and culture moments in film sessions.* Offseason activities should involve consistent check-ins, attending games, and setting goals for individual skill development.* Mistakes to avoid include neglecting culture-building activities, not preparing bench players for their roles, and keeping players who do not fit the team culture.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background01:54 Defining and Establishing the Desired Culture05:40 Strategies for Reinforcing the Desired Culture09:55 Continuous Learning and Improvement in Building a Culture31:05 Building a Strong Team Culture33:56 In-Season: Regular Check-Ins and Culture Days52:37 Mistakes and Lessons LearnedBooks & ResourcesExtreme OwnershipJocko Willink Bundle - Best Leadership BooksCulture SystemAtomic HabitsCoaches Guide To TeachingStart With WhyThe Culture CodePractice PerfectMoleskine NotebookNote - all books above are Amazon affiliate links. The Husky WayCulture FolderPre-Season-Establish Culture Standards-Introduce The Husky Way-Conditioning Tests-Sniper TestsBeginning Of Season-Captains Council (Culture System)-Ask players 3-4 things they like & respect/expect out of a team captain-Vote blindly on 3 players who exemplify these characteristics-3 captains in charge of the council (4 if you think someone needs to be on there)-Meet With Players WeeklyThroughout Season-Meet With Players Weekly-Alternate Coaches Meeting With Players-Culture Days-Culture Moments (Film)-Culture DrillsEnd of Season-Culture Recap-End of season exit meetings-What was bad or negative experiences -What was good or positive experiences-What was your favorite part of practice-What was your least favorite part of practiceOffseason-Consistent Check Ins-Attending AAU games-Give space & time off (July/August)-Iron Husky & Snipers📝 Playbooks:2023-24 Boston Celtics NBA Champions Playbook | 2024 Uconn National Champions Playbook | 2024 NCAA Tournament Playbook | NCAA Tournament Bundle (2018-2023) 🏀 Resources:Basketball Playbooks | Coaching Clinics | Coaching Membership | Newsletter👉🏻 Follow:Twitter | YouTube | InstagramEnjoy!Coach Pyper This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit halfcourthoops.substack.com/subscribe

Chapters00:00 Introduction02:19 The Importance of Preparation09:19 Networking in Coaching11:08 Developing Your Coaching Style14:24 Building a Strong Team Culture18:35 Creating Effective Offensive and Defensive Systems21:51 Preparing for Coaching Interviews25:37 Preparing for the Interview Process and Utilizing a Coaching Portfolio27:31 The Importance of the First 30, 60, and 90 Days as a Head Coach28:28 Building a Strong Culture34:01 Utilizing Assistant Coaches45:41 Creating a Successful Youth ProgramKey Takeaways* Networking with experienced coaches is crucial for growth and learning as a coach.* Developing a personal coaching style that aligns with your personality is important for building a successful team.* Building a team culture starts with the head coach and requires maintaining high standards and leading by example.* Creating offensive and defensive systems that fit your team's strengths and style of play is essential.* Preparing for coaching interviews by researching common questions and creating a coaching portfolio can help showcase your qualifications and vision. Having a coaching portfolio is a valuable resource for showcasing your experience and philosophy to potential employers.* The first 30, 60, and 90 days as a head coach are crucial for setting the tone and establishing a strong foundation.* Building a strong culture is essential for success and should be prioritized over skill development in the early stages.* Utilizing assistant coaches effectively involves delegating tasks like scouting and building relationships with players.* In youth programs, focus on teaching the basics, emphasizing communication and effort, and making the game fun for the players.Coaching Portfoliohttps://www.coachingportfolio.comGibson Pyper Coaching PortfolioSteve Kerr Database Story“Kerr began collecting plays too, pausing games on the flat-screen at his San Diego home whenever he saw an action he liked – a backdoor lob off an inbounds or a particularly potent flare screen. Then he’d shoot an email to Kelly Peters, a friend and coach at nearby Torrey Pines High (and now a Warriors advance scout). Peters pulled the footage and compiled it using iMovie. Week by week, Kerr’s file – named ATOs, for ‘After Timeouts” – grew.By the spring of 2014, the video library had swelled to over 50 plays and the Word file had morphed into a detailed Power Point presentation.”https://www.businessinsider.com/steve-kerr-built-coaching-philosophies-for-warriors-2016-4https://www.si.com/nba/2015/02/19/golden-state-warriors-steve-kerr-stephen-curry-klay-thompson-joe-lacob📝 Playbooks:2023-24 Boston Celtics NBA Champions Playbook | 2024 Uconn National Champions Playbook | 2024 NCAA Tournament Playbook | NCAA Tournament Bundle (2018-2023) 🏀 Resources:Basketball Playbooks | Coaching Clinics | Coaching Membership | Newsletter👉🏻 Follow:Twitter | YouTube | InstagramEnjoy!Coach Pyper This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit halfcourthoops.substack.com/subscribe