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July 22, 2024
8 MIN READ
The Problem with Read and React Offense
July 22, 2024
8 MIN READ
The concept of the ‘read and react offense’ is used by many coaches, but is it really developing effective offensive principles of play? This blog suggests how its main limitation exists in how the offense is based...
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graythomas
July 15, 2024
6 MIN READ
Are Line and Box Drills Effective in Youth Basketball?
July 15, 2024
6 MIN READ
While line and box drills continue to remain popular in youth basketball, why are they not as effective as many coaches think? Despite many basketball camps making use of such activities, the line and box drills have...
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graythomas
July 8, 2024
5 MIN READ
How To Use Guided Defense in Player Development
July 8, 2024
5 MIN READ
Learn how to create effective player development workouts by using a concept known as 'guided defense'. This works as a great alternative to on-air drills without the presence of a defender. Guided defense can be used in...
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graythomas
July 1, 2024
5 MIN READ
How To Use Jungle Shooting
July 1, 2024
5 MIN READ
Tired of using traditional basketball shooting drills that don't transfer to the game? Jungle Shooting is one of our most popular small-sided games used by many coaches around the world. In this blog, you'll learn how to...
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graythomas
June 24, 2024
5 MIN READ
Feedback as an Informational Constraint
June 24, 2024
5 MIN READ
This blog reveals how feedback within the CLA can be used in a more open and explorative manner, helping guide players towards discovering effective solutions. The blog provides practical tips for how to deliver feedback in practices...
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graythomas
June 17, 2024
4 MIN READ
Don’t Run the Play!
June 17, 2024
4 MIN READ
Why is it a problem using basketball offenses that promote running patterns and highly rigid actions? The aim of any set is to create an advantage, which means players should not be running sets through to the...
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graythomas
June 10, 2024
4 MIN READ
Differential Learning in Shooting
June 10, 2024
4 MIN READ
This blog explores Differential Learning (DL), as a method to develop adaptive shooters. Unlike traditional drills, DL introduces variability and "noise" to encourage players to discover their unique, effective shooting solutions. Read more to see how DL...
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graythomas
June 3, 2024
7 MIN READ
Deception in Basketball Through an Ecological Lens
June 3, 2024
7 MIN READ
Learn how offering misleading affordances, like no-look passes, can disrupt opponents and enhance gameplay. This blog explores practical coaching tips to foster deceptive behaviors, encouraging creativity and adaptability in both individual players and team strategies. Dive in...
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graythomas
May 16, 2024
9 MIN READ
How Effective is the NBA Combine in Evaluating Talent?
May 16, 2024
9 MIN READ
The NBA Combine's usage of reductionist athletic tests may overlook a true examination of the skilful behaviors that underpin effective basketball performance. Is it possible that the current NBA combine testing methods bias, rather than inform, front...
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May 1, 2024
5 MIN READ
Why Pass and Cut Motion Offense is Harming Youth Basketball
May 1, 2024
5 MIN READ
In this blog, Transforming unpacks why pass and cut motion offense needs to be challenged as 'the best way' for developing young players. The alternative - coaching through principles of play - is outlined to help coaches...
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