This plan is for coaches who work with youth participating in the game at the Advanced or Performance Levels of the USA Basketball Player Development Curriculum. Typically, these players have ample experience playing on school and club teams at high levels and fall between the ages of 12-18+. These courses impart teaching techniques and youth development principles fundamental for coaches of all levels. In this plan, coaches will gain a better understanding of important life skills taught through basketball, from confidence to relationship building to accountability and sportsmanship. Key characteristics of an Advanced and Performance Level player are expanded upon along with coaching tips for these levels including holding players accountable to the things they can control in the game and how to coach a player to their full, individual potential. Additionally, the learning plan will help coaches frame their philosophy on how to teach shooting before breaking down key actions to developing effective shooting form. Coaches will learn drills to teach and improve on shooting technique and the follow-through motion, as well as varying footwork options to catch and shoot. Moreover, coaches will learn how the foundation for leadership centers around the effective coach-player relationships built, which are accomplished through holistic player development mentally, emotionally, socially and physically, how to build trust and respect with players, the importance of having sincere conversations and positive ways to build genuine relationships. Coaches will learn to define culture through the four C's - choices, communication, comfort zone and competition. This course will also explain how to develop a positive culture by understanding players, building trust and utilizing positive reinforcement. Practical tips on how to spread the positive culture built are also shared, as well as how culture ties into being a leader as the coach of a team. The plan highlights short-sided drills and competition, explaining the philosophy, benefits and practical incorporation of 2x2 and 3x3 into team practices for any level. Players benefit from short-sided play with increased repetitions, more decision-making opportunities and by practicing every skill and every position. Lastly, this course is designed for coaches working with more advanced level players and focuses on the key defensive principles to perform effectively as a team. On-ball defensive principles of the defensive stance, close outs and obligations when guarding from varying positions are addressed as well as common defensive scenarios such as strategies for guarding the ball screen.

Courses

• Leadership Skills for Coaches Course

• High Percentage Shooting Skills Course

• Advanced Shooting Fundamentals Course

• Advanced & Performance Level Coaching Course

• Framework for Youth Development Course

• Creating Your Program Culture Course

• Teaching Through 2x2 and 3x3 Course

• Building an Advanced Defense Course