Chapter 1: Introduction: Organization and planning
This lesson will discuss getting started in coaching basketball. A coach must a well organized in all areas of the game, not just on the court teaching.
This lesson will discuss all levels of coaching, from youth to college. As the level of players increases so to does the planning and strategy, yet the basics are always followed.
Follow each objective and complete the lesson at the end.
Lesson objectives:
- Set up a practice plan for a day, week and master plan
- Arrange a schedule (if necessary)
- Set team goals and objectives for the season, day, self
- Arrange equipment, uniforms, travel.
- Parents meeting, required meetings and other responsibilities
- Assistant coaches, managers, stats, video, and other support staff
- Develop a Coaching Philosophy
Points to Ponder:
What are the key elements you want to cover in each practice?
What fundamentals are stressed in the practice?
Are you prepared for the game? Travel, refs, balls, uniforms etc.
What are the goals of the team? Goals of the league(Youth)?
Have you covered the little things, OB plays, press break, timeout strategy?