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High School Hoops (Coaching High School Basketball)

High School Hoops (Coaching High School Basketball)

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 A Discussion all about being and coaching Basketball at the High School Level Scrimmage, Preparation, Practice Planning, Parents, Getting your Players to Play Hard, MUCH MORE.... Published on Wednesday morningsCoach Market LLC © 2016 Basketball Education
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  • Ep 391 Is Your Team Peaking at the Right Time… or Running on Empty?

    Ep 391 Is Your Team Peaking at the Right Time… or Running on Empty?
    Feb 18 2026
    www.teachhoops.com Tournament season exposes everything — your habits, your toughness, your details, and your decision-making under pressure. In this episode, we talk about how to get your team peaking at the right time by simplifying what you do, tightening your focus, and building confidence through reps that actually transfer to win-or-go-home games. This is about sharpening the blade, not adding more weight to it. We break down the “tournament winners” checklist: rebounding like it’s personal, sprinting back in transition, valuing every possession, and making free throws when legs are tired. You’ll learn how to structure practices with short, high-intensity segments and pressure situations — without overtraining. We also cover the best way to scout so players walk into the game with clarity, not confusion. Finally, we hit the mental side — because tournament games are emotional. Bad calls. Momentum swings. Tight rims. Loud crowds. We’ll talk about creating a next-play mindset, having a simple Plan B, and using timeouts and halftime to calm the chaos. Your team doesn’t need perfect. They need poised. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    10 mins
  • Ep 390 How Can You Ensure a Seamless and Meaningful Senior / Parent Night for Families?

    Ep 390 How Can You Ensure a Seamless and Meaningful Senior / Parent Night for Families?
    Feb 11 2026
    https://teachhoops.com/ Senior Night is a high-stakes emotional event that requires the same level of strategic preparation as a conference championship game. For parents, this night represents the culmination of years of early-morning carpools, travel tournaments, and emotional investment in their child's athletic journey. As a coach, your goal is to manage the logistics so flawlessly that the families can focus entirely on the celebration. Start by distributing a clear timeline and "Day-of" protocol at least two weeks in advance. This should include exactly where parents need to meet, the order of the ceremony, and instructions for photos. By removing the guesswork, you reduce "event anxiety" and ensure the focus remains on honoring the seniors' dedication to the program. Effective Senior Night management also involves balancing the emotional ceremony with the competitive demands of the game. It is a common "Senior Night Trap" for the team to come out flat or overly emotional after a long pre-game presentation. To combat this, keep the on-court ceremony concise and impactful. Use "Senior Profiles"—short, pre-written bios read over the PA system—that highlight the player’s favorite memories and future plans. This provides a personal touch without dragging out the timeline. Coaches should also have a clear plan for the starting lineup; while it is traditional to start all seniors, communicate this with your underclassmen early in the week to maintain team chemistry and ensure everyone is locked into the game plan once the ball is tipped. Finally, Senior Night is the ultimate opportunity to strengthen your long-term relationship with the parents and the community. A small, thoughtful gesture—like a handwritten note to the parents thanking them for their support or a framed photo of the player—goes further than any expensive gift. This is the moment to reinforce your program’s "Culture of Gratitude." After the game, regardless of the outcome, take a moment to personally thank the senior families for their "tenure" in your program. By treating Senior Night as a professional, heart-centered production, you turn a simple game into a lifelong memory, proving that your program values the people just as much as the points on the scoreboard. Basketball senior night, parent relations in sports, coaching leadership, team culture, basketball program management, senior night ideas, high school basketball, youth basketball, athletic director tips, coaching philosophy, senior night ceremony, basketball traditions, player recognition, parent communication, sports psychology, game-day logistics, basketball success, coaching mentorship, senior night gifts, team chemistry, coach unplugged, teach hoops, athletic leadership, community engagement, basketball memories, pre-game protocols. SEO Keywords Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    12 mins
  • Ep 389 What Standards Define Your Practice Culture?

    Ep 389 What Standards Define Your Practice Culture?
    Feb 4 2026
    https://teachhoops.com/ Practice expectations are the "unwritten rules" that dictate the ceiling of your program's success. As a coach, you must realize that you are not just teaching basketball; you are teaching a standard of excellence. This begins the moment a player walks into the gym. Whether it’s the "shoes on, phones away" rule ten minutes before the whistle or the requirement that every player sprints to the center circle for a huddle, these rituals establish that practice time is sacred. In the mid-season grind of January, it’s easy for these standards to slip. However, elite programs understand that "how you do anything is how you do everything." If you allow a player to cut a corner on a sideline sprint, you are inadvertently teaching them to cut a corner on a defensive rotation in a one-point game. The second pillar of practice expectations is vocal engagement and communication. A quiet gym is a losing gym. You must set the expectation that players are "talking to the ball" and calling out screens on every single repetition. This isn't just about noise; it’s about "Basketball IQ" and shared accountability. When your veterans are the loudest players on the floor, it creates a culture where the younger athletes have no choice but to follow suit. Use "The Three-Second Rule"—if a coach has to wait more than three seconds for a player to respond or get to their spot, the energy is too low. By keeping the pace high and the communication constant, you create a "flow state" where the focus shifts from individual fatigue to collective execution. Finally, expectations must be rooted in measurable effort. Instead of simply asking your players to "play hard," define what "hard" looks like: every loose ball is a dive, every shot is boxed out, and every transition is a full-field sprint. Use a "Culture Scorecard" during practice to reward these "zero-talent" traits. When players know that their effort is being tracked as closely as their shooting percentage, their focus naturally sharpens. By the time you reach the postseason, these expectations should be so deeply ingrained that the players are holding each other accountable. This transition from "coach-led" to "player-led" standards is the hallmark of a championship-caliber team that is ready to win when the pressure is at its highest. Basketball practice, practice expectations, coaching standards, team culture, basketball leadership, player accountability, basketball drills, high school basketball, youth basketball, coaching philosophy, basketball IQ, defensive communication, effort traits, basketball conditioning, coach development, mid-season grind, basketball strategy, basketball success, athletic leadership, team discipline, coach unplugged, teach hoops, basketball mentorship, game preparation, championship culture, player development. SEO Keywords Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    21 mins
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