Great teams need great leaders — and that starts with the coach. Explore this tag for advice on building leadership skills in yourself and your players, developing team captains, creating a culture of accountability, and inspiring young athletes to lead by example. Perfect for coaches aiming to shape not just players, but future leaders.
Coaching youth basketball is one of the most rewarding experiences you can have, but it also comes with a balancing act. It’s not easy building a youth basketball practice plan that delivers both fun and structure, skill development, and repetition. Here’s how to design a youth basketball practice plan that build fundamentals and keep players […]
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Teamwork is one of the most valuable lessons kids can learn from basketball. But real teamwork goes beyond simply passing the ball or running plays together. It’s about communication, trust, and learning how to lift each other up both on and off the court. When coaches and parents take time to teach teamwork intentionally, kids
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Shooting a basketball is one of the most exciting skills for young players to learn—but it can also be one of the hardest to master. How do you teach kids how to shoot a basketball without hurting their confidence? Many kids develop shooting habits early that are tough to correct. The challenge for parents and
Every August, the baseball world turns its eyes to Williamsport, Pennsylvania, where the Little League World Series transforms young athletes into global stars—if only for a few days. The games are competitive, the stakes feel sky-high, and the spotlight is intense. Some of the most unforgettable LLWS moments have come not from the batter’s box
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John Wooden, the legendary UCLA coach who won 10 NCAA titles, wasn’t just focused on winning—he was obsessed with character, fundamentals, and team development. His famous “Pyramid of Success” offers lessons that youth basketball coaches can adapt to build better teams, both on and off the court. Let’s explore how Wooden’s timeless wisdom can shape
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