Attached is my analysis of Villanova’s BLOB. Villanova had the most efficient BLOB this year in Division 1 (Synergy Sports Technology). Obviously this is partially because they have really good basketball players. The other piece that I believe helped them be really successful with their BLOB this year was their sophistication through simplicity. Villanova used simple actions such as weak side exchanges, dribble handoffs, and … Continue reading Villanova BLOB Analysis
The “3 To The Ball” (Meeting of 3) defensive concept applies to off ball screen (pindown) defense in a man to man setting. In this “3 To The Ball” concept, the player that is lock and trail (chasing) the player that is coming off the screen counts as one, the screener’s defender who is showing on the flight of the ball (Very Important) counts as … Continue reading 3 To The Ball Defensive Concept
Over the past few months, I have compiled a list of resources that I typically use for growth (articles, podcasts, teaching videos). These resources have been instrumental for me and my growth as a coach, and hopefully they will be just as beneficial for you. As always enjoy. Here is a list of my favorite resources: The Basketball Dictionary – This is a blog on Medium … Continue reading My Favorite Resources
I apologize that I haven’t posted on here in a few months, I made it my mission to be completely immersed in what is Gardner-Webb University Basketball. Although our season has come to an end with a heartbreaking defeat to Winthrop University in the Big South Tournament, we are eagerly attacking improvement this off-season and advantageously getting a jump on next season. With that said, … Continue reading Best Books I’ve Read So Far In 2018
Attached is the SLOB Of The Day. It has a few different options, and there are variations that you can add to it to make it your own. Enjoy. Continue reading SLOB Of The Day
Attached is the BLOB Of The Day, which is a flex set that is out of a 1-4 look. You can adjust your players however you would like. In a traditional sense, typically your smaller players are better passers, and your bigger players are better finishing around the rim. I hope this can be beneficial to you. Enjoy. Continue reading BLOB Of The Day
Attached is a BLOB that was stolen from Brad Stevens with the Celtics. It is executed from a 1-4 Low set. It can be really good for a guard that is a great athlete or decision maker in pick and roll situations. Continue reading BLOB Of The Day
Attached is a great article I read about the Warriors staffers playing annual pick-up games against the San Quentin Prisoners (Warriors). I thought this was an awesome story, and an article I really enjoyed. It makes me happy that the Warriors do this, and something I would like to do one day. “You’re just empathetic,” Myers said, trying to explain his feelings. “You don’t judge … Continue reading The Game of Warriors
Attached are some Pick and Roll Variations that I created in Fastdraw. Feel free to ask questions or for clarification. Enjoy. Continue reading P&R Variations
Attached is an article written about Buzz Williams’ use of analytics. There are some great takeaways about culture, recruiting, strategy, and a few other things if you aren’t an analytics person. Enjoy. “What we saw from past footage on Blossomgame is that if you put a smaller guard on him, it takes him out of his comfort zone and it makes him want to go … Continue reading Buzzketball
