Category: Coaching
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The Coaches Guide to the 2 – 3 Zone Defense
This is a coaching guide to help coaches understand and teach the 2 3 zone defense to their basketball teams. The 2 – 3 zone is the most popular zone defense used in basketball. This zone is designed to protect the paint area and prevent easy penetration and scoring opportunities near the basket. This defense…
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The 1-2-1-1 Press Setup (Everything you need to know about setting up the 1-2-1-1 press):
Coaches can install the 1-2-1-1 press as a full court press, 3/4 press or even at the half court. The 1-2-1-1 press is considered a zone press so there are specific coverage areas and rules for each player. In this article, I am going to provide some helpful information to understand how the 1-2-1-1 press…
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Unlocking the Impact of AAU Basketball on Skill Development and Growth
AAU Basketball does have the potential to make you better because it gives you the structure and experience playing on a team that is competing on a regular basis. For aspiring young basketball players, the pursuit of excellence in the sport often involves participation in various competitive platforms, including the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) basketball…
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Understanding the Financial Realities of AAU: Does AAU Cost Money?
Yes, AAU does cost money because there are various expenses associated with participating in AAU basketball tournaments. Parent’s can expect to pay anywhere from zero dollars to $250 per month and up for their player to participate on an AAU team. These costs are similar to participation in any travel or club basketball program. AAU…