Program Strategy

Basketball Strategy

I believe in a player-focused approach that drives success both on and off the court. My program thrives on preparation, with high-intensity practices and organized film sessions designed to build skills, basketball IQ, and team chemistry. On game day, coaches will execute a strategy that leverages our strengths and exploits opponent weaknesses and being flexible. From scouting reports to warm-ups, everything the program does is detail oriented. As a coach, I strive to lead with confidence, clarity, and passion, empowering players to compete at the highest level while holding them accountable to the team’s standards. I cultivate a culture of grit, discipline, and trust, where players are challenged to grow, dominate, and become leaders in every aspect of their daily lives.

Practice Planning

Warm Up Drills
- State passing
- Partner dribbling
- Agilities
- UCLA layups
- Perfection
- 3v2, 2v1
- Uconn
Defensive Drills
- Star closeouts
- D slides
- POB defense
- Shell d with direction
- Live D
- Rotation rebounding
- Post Guard D
- Dynamite D, press D, Zone D, Man D
Offensive Drills
- Motion shooting
- 2x transition
- 3 possessions to score
- Various shooting drills,
- Post Guard, set plays, Press O, Zone O, Man O, Blobs
Situational drills - Down 1 min, 30 sec, 10 sec, 2 min scimmages
Sport Performance Training - weight lifting sessions, speed and agility, progress tracking
Individual Workouts - basketball training sessions weekly with a coach
Health and Wellness Education - sleep, nutrition, fuel, water

Game Day Coaching Expectations

Use good communication
Respect towards each other and the players
Provide constructive criticism
Maintain an emotional balance and collective manner
Portray calm and confident demeanor
Utilize an analytical mindset from an objective point of view during heightened and intense moments

Scouting & Film

Personnel - Tendencies
Offense & Defense
Plays - other teams
Goals of each game
Individual / Team film sessions
Film on ourselves
Scouting Report - Coaches prep scouting reports and stat sheets, watch games

Game Day Operations

Speeches
- Pregame message at 12 minutes from coaches and/or players
In game decision & analysis note taking
- What is working and what is not?
- What is the defense giving us, what are we not taking away?
Gym Arrival - 1.5 hours before
Pre game Meal - 3 hrs before
Equipment - players pack necessary equipment, jerseys, shoes, braces, water bottles, etc

Sample Scouting Report

Recruiting Strategy

Recruiting for my program is like baking the perfect cake; it is about choosing the right ingredients, mixing them well, and giving them the time they need to rise to their full potential. Just as a cake starts with quality ingredients, I focus on talent, work ethic, and character, scouting players who fit our team culture and values. I then mix these together by building relationships with players, coaches, and families. There must an effort to ensure they understand their role and how they will contribute to the team. The next step is where transformation happens. Just as a cake needs time to bake and rise, players need development, coaching, and an environment where they can grow. I provide the tools to improve their skills, build leadership, and embrace their strengths. Finally, the icing on the cake is the strong support system I create around them, from teammates to coaches to the overall program culture. Together, we create something special that not only looks good on paper but culminates in the most rewarding way when it’s time to compete on the court.

Demographic

Relentless - Hardworking
Athletic - Skilled individual
High Character - Kind, honest, responsible
Learner - Student of the game, asks questions
Winner - Regional, international
Fearless - Will step out of comfort zone
Leader - Takes initiative by word and action
Properly evaluate athletes
Travel to local and national tournaments
Rate athletes on scale from 1-5 in the following categories
- Athleticism
- Dog Mentality
- IQ
- Teammate
- Coachability
- Resilience
- Body Language

Phases

Phase 1 / Interest, build relationship

Phase 2 / Staff introduction

Phase 3 / Information about interests

Phase 4 / Visit

Phase 5 / Committal

Coaching Staff & Collaboration

Coaching staff collaboration is at the center of creating a successful and thriving team. A unified coaching staff creates positive player development, combines strategies, and accomplishes team goals. By bringing together coaches with different perspectives, the program can create a healthy environment where players are valued as a student, athlete, and individual. Collaboration and mentorship allows for continuous learning, new ideas, and a holistic approach and perspective, which all contribute to the prosperity of the program and athletes. When coaches work together and communicate well, the team's potential significantly improves.

Assistant Coach Roles

Expectations/Character