Exploring the Sandbox: Rethinking Skill in Basketball Shooting
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
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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”
There are an infinite number of different ways to shoot it, and even shoot the ball well, but if you look you start to see
I have a shooting theory. It is a series of ideas and concepts that I have developed over my many years working with different coaches,
There are two fundamental truths about footwork: 1) People love to debate footwork. Hop or 1-2 step? Permanent pivot foot, or inside foot pivot? And
Every player is different and has different needs. They can’t be coached the same way. PLUS, every age group will have different limitations, needs, and
Getting a player to change a habit is hard. Getting them to apply the habit in a game setting so that they can actually see
https://youtu.be/6_YOFhrPdPI How you grip the basketball is critical to a consistent release. There are so many details that go into holding the ball and using
https://youtu.be/C87v6KewPvM Every shooter has a different body, different habits, different limitations and different needs. It can be hard to figure out what YOU need to
https://youtu.be/7lyh8XOhe7o “Coach, I can’t get (part of your shot) to do (thing you want it to do)!!! Help!” I get that question all the time
Every young player wants to add range. They see players like Steph Curry and Dame Lillard making shots from the logo and the crowd going
There are a few different systems that teams will use to track shooting data. They measure all kinds of data points, including where the ball
Most people don’t think of it this way, but the floor is really the only tool that we have to use as a shooter. We
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
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