This week we take on four quick topics in our “4 Quarters” episode. TJ, Sam, and Lisa discuss how coaches may approach each topic and what could shift late in the season. – Is there ever a good reason to quit? How do the best teams get late season wins? Can transition offense win you a championship? And eating… you’ll have to listen to find out.
Episode 383 – Breaking the Color Line – The Untold Story of Willie Cooper
In honor of Black History Month, we invited special guest, Ken Friedman on the podcast to share the untold story of how Willie Cooper broke the color line at the University of North Carolina in 1964. Ken worked behind the scenes under legendary coaches Frank McGuire and Dean Smith, and in this episode he sets the record straight of the person Willie Cooper was and how he made history in the Tar Heel program.
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Episode 382 – Should You Play Man or Zone Defense?
Choosing your defensive system and strategy is critical to your success. In this episode, TJ and Sam discuss the importance of understanding why you would choose a man or zone defense as your primary system and the factors that guide a coach’s decision.
In part one, they cover player development implications and appropriate age and stage considerations. Most of the episode is spent in part two, as they talk about how coaches in competitive environments should be thinking and strategizing.
Episode 381 – Identifying Player Roles with Tyler Coston
Identifying and clarifying player roles is critical. In this episode, TJ and Sam are joined by Tyler Coston, Director of Player Development and PGC+ for PGC Basketball to discuss where coaches may be missing opportunities in this area. Hear ideas and strategies for creating an objective system so you can bring more clarity and inspiration to your program.
Episode 380 – Is Your Best Player a Poor Leader?
TJ and Sam dive into the critical topic of player leadership. They provide tips for mentoring your players into leadership roles that are best for them and the team. Equip yourself and your players with the right expectations so you can answer the question, does your best player have to be your best leader?
Episode 379 – Debbie Antonelli
ESPN Analyst, Debbie Antonelli joins us on the Hardwood Hustle to talk about the coaching “IT” factor, keys to being great at situational basketball, and what loses games. Debbie shares her basketball insights from over 33 years of experience giving coaches a checklist of ideas and strategies to take back to their teams.
Debbie was selected by her former coach, Kay Yow, as a life-time member of the Kay Yow Cancer Fund Board of Directors. If you’d like to learn more about the Kay Yow Cancer Fund or host a Play4Kay game, go to KayYow.com.
If you’d like to contribute to or promote Debbie’s Nothing But Net free throw fundraiser for the Special Olympics go to 24HoursNBN.com to find out more.
Episode 378 – Navigating a COVID Season
Leading and navigating through a season of unknown is challenging. In this episode, TJ and Sam discuss practice tips and approaches for coaches to make the most of this season. With so much out of our control, we need our leadership to have a positive impact on our players and program. Tune in to this episode and hear how you can help your players take advantage of every opportunity.
Episode 377 – Doug Lemov, The Coach’s Guide to Teaching
Best-selling author, Doug Lemov has recently released his book for coaches, The Coach’s Guide to Teaching. In this episode TJ, Sam and Lisa interview Doug and dive into some of his best tips on how to give feedback, use terminology, and teach decision-making. If you’re interested in becoming a master teacher or want to know more about Doug’s latest book, this episode is for you.
For videos of coaching examples that go along with the book and topics introduced in the podcast: https://www.coachsguidetoteaching.com/#videos
Doug also has a great blog with excerpts from his book, check out this one on culture: https://teachlikeachampion.com/blog/an-excerpt-from-the-coachs-guide-to-teaching-chapter-5-building-culture/
If you’re interested in buying The Coach’s Guide to Teaching in bulk for a program, department or league, reach out to Gale Morrison (gmorrison@johncatt.com) for discounts and pricing. The book is available on the publisher’s website, https://us.johncattbookshop.com/collections/frontpage/products/the-coach-s-guide-to-teaching
Episode 376 – Old Friends – New Lessons
TJ welcomes Sam as the new co-host in their first official episode together. As former teammates in college, the two of them have a long history and in this episode they both share basketball and life lessons they’ve learned along the way to help you reflect on your own coaching journey.
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