Quantifying Stability in Basketball—The Science Behind Optimal Stance Widths
In basketball, stance width is often discussed as a matter of preference or comfort. But in reality, the ideal positioning of a player’s feet can
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In basketball, stance width is often discussed as a matter of preference or comfort. But in reality, the ideal positioning of a player’s feet can
Basketball shooting has evolved significantly in recent years, with new technologies and devices providing coaches and players with metrics that were once difficult to measure.
The Constraints-Led Approach (CLA) has gained significant traction in recent years as a powerful framework for developing athletes’ movement skills. Rooted in ecological dynamics, CLA
Differential Learning (DL) has gained attention in recent years as an effective framework for skill acquisition in dynamic sports like basketball. Rather than promoting the
In modern basketball, coaching staffs are expanding as teams seek specialized knowledge and tools to help players reach their potential. While adding more full-time coaches
This blog started with a conversation I had with an NBA assistant coach who was curious about why I add variability to my free throw
Basketball shooting development can be compared to both poker and blackjack, where foundational principles and strategies help shift the odds slightly in favor of the
The difference between good and exceptional often comes down to one crucial factor: research. While many coaches rely on their personal experiences and opinions to
When coaching basketball shooting, the types of cues we use can significantly affect a player’s ability to learn and refine their skills. Cues are essentially
In basketball, mastering the art of shooting involves more than just aiming and firing; it requires understanding and optimizing every component of the shot process.
In the world of basketball, shooting stands as a pillar of athletic prowess, capable of transforming players into true game-changers. Despite its pivotal role, many
In the world of sports, precision and technique are paramount. Whether it’s making a free throw on the basketball court, driving a golf ball down
Welcome to the sandbox—a simple yet expansive space where the skills of basketball shooting are both discovered and refined. In this blog, the sandbox is
In this blog post, I delve into the research conducted by Fabian W. Otte, Sarah-Kate Millar, and Stefanie Klatt, exploring their “Periodization of Skill Training”
Every shooter has a unique body, set of habits, limitations, and specific needs. The challenge for coaches and players alike is identifying which aspects of
In a previous blog (read it here), we introduced the idea of the “sandbox” as a metaphor for the wide range of possible shooting techniques
To understand shooting mechanics, particularly how the ball is released from the hand, we must understand the illusion and the reality of ball spin. The
The Challenge Point Principle is a cornerstone of effective skill acquisition, helping coaches design practices that accelerate learning and transfer to game situations. Originally developed
In the intricate world of basketball, understanding and mastering ‘Release Quality’ is pivotal for enhancing a player’s shooting effectiveness and consistency. This important ShotMetric has
Coaching effectiveness is not solely based on one’s playing history; it fundamentally relies on a sound understanding of skill acquisition principles more than the coaches