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Coaching Youth Hoops (Youth Basketball Coach)

Coaching Youth Hoops (Youth Basketball Coach)

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Check us out at www.coachingingyouthhoops.com Are you a new or experienced youth basketball coach looking to cut through the noise and have someone just tell you what works? It’s easy to waste time and money learning how to coach Kindergarten through 8th-grade basketball on your own. Join seasoned youth basketball coaches Bill and Steve as they give you the blueprint you need to succeed on and off the court. In each episode, you'll discover easy-to-implement tips and techniques that you can apply to your next practice. Will Launch Weekly on Tuesday Mornings
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  • Ep 264 How to Make Smart In-Game Coaching Moves

    Ep 264 How to Make Smart In-Game Coaching Moves
    Sep 4 2025
    Turn Game Film Into A Game Plan with AI =>> ⁠https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ai⁠Done for you practice plans - diagrams, videos, explanations =>> ⁠https://coachingyouthhoops.com/⁠ Are you making the right calls during the heat of the game—or just winging it? Many youth coaches think teaching fundamentals is enough, but in-game decisions are where games are truly won (or lost). Veteran coaches Bill Flitter and Steve Collins, with decades of sidelines savvy, are here to bust that myth and help you master the chess game of coaching. How do you react when your team loses momentum? Listen in and discover: The art of changing pace to control the game. When (and why) to switch defenses on the fly. Using substitutions and timeouts as secret weapons. There’s even more wisdom coming your way in this episode. Let's change the game together! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5-star review. Turn Game Film Into A Game Plan with AI =>> https://coachingyouthhoops.com/aiDone for you practice plans - diagrams, videos, explanations =>> https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    21 m
  • Ep 263 Winning from the Sideline: Mastering the Art of Substitution

    Ep 263 Winning from the Sideline: Mastering the Art of Substitution
    Sep 2 2025
    Are you substituting players—or just rolling the dice and hoping for the best? Many coaches think subbing is a simple numbers game, but Coach Steve Collins and Coach Bill Flitter (with nearly 40 years of combined wisdom) reveal the art and strategy behind every change. How confident are you in your sub patterns? Listen in for: Making subs work for player development and team wins. Mastering the chess match of in-game adjustments. Top tips for handling fatigue, foul trouble, and “hot hand” moments. Even more smart strategies await. Let's change the game together! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5-star review. Turn Game Film Into A Game Plan with AI =>> https://coachingyouthhoops.com/aiDone for you practice plans - diagrams, videos, explanations =>> https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ As we stand on the threshold of a new season here in Wisconsin, one of the most powerful tools in our arsenal is the art of substitution. Far more than just a way to manage fatigue, a coach's approach to "navigating subs" is a constant, visible message to the entire team about their value, their role, and the importance of practice. A well-defined substitution strategy, mapped out now in the pre-season, builds a culture where players understand their purpose, whether as a starter, a defensive specialist, an energy-provider off the bench, or a specific matchup solution. Communicating these roles clearly before the season's first tip-off prevents frustration and fosters a "team-first" mentality, transforming the bench from a place of waiting into a ready arsenal of strategic weapons. In the heat of a game, this strategic foundation allows for tactical brilliance. Effective subbing becomes a fluid dance between a pre-planned rotation and the intuitive feel for the game's rhythm. It's about recognizing when a key player needs a 90-second breather to be effective in the final minutes, when to insert a shooter to break a zone, or when to counter an opponent's run by changing the tempo with fresh legs. Great coaches use substitutions proactively, not just reactively, and they master the crucial communication that keeps the entire bench engaged and prepared. Mastering this skill—knowing when to trust your gut and when to stick to the plan—not only maximizes your team's potential in a close game but also cultivates a deep, versatile, and unified program for the entire season. Keywords: substitution strategy, basketball coaching, managing playing time, player rotations, bench management, game management, coaching philosophy, player development, team chemistry, defining player roles, in-game coaching, high school basketball, WIAA basketball, building a deep bench, keeping players engaged Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    21 m
  • Ep 262 The Unwritten Playbook: A Guide to Coaching Etiquette

    Ep 262 The Unwritten Playbook: A Guide to Coaching Etiquette
    Aug 27 2025
    https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ Is sideline yelling really making you a better coach—or just a louder one? Too many think passion means volume, but that can teach kids all the wrong lessons. In this episode, Coach Bill Flitter and Steve Collins—both seasoned leaders on and off the court—break down true coaching etiquette. How’s your sideline behavior impacting your team? Discover how to: Model calm under pressure. Handle confrontations with class. Set the right example for players and parents. More coaching gems ahead. Let's change the game together! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5-star review. Done for you practice plans - diagrams, videos, explanations =>> https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ Turn Game Film Into A Game Plan with AI =>> https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ai As the calendar flips to August here in Wisconsin, the intensity of the upcoming season begins to feel real. Before we dive headfirst into practice plans and scouting reports, it's the perfect time to commit to the principles of coaching etiquette—the unwritten playbook that defines our character and our program's reputation. This code of conduct begins with how we carry ourselves with opponents and officials. It's the firm pre-game handshake with a rival coach, the respectful "sir" or "ma'am" when addressing an official, and the class to handle both a tough loss and a big win with dignity. Demonstrating this professionalism, especially when calls don't go our way, sets the ultimate example of sportsmanship for our players and signals to the entire community that we value integrity as much as victory. This commitment to etiquette extends inward to our daily interactions with players and their parents. It involves establishing clear communication protocols with parents at the start of the season, ensuring that conversations are professional and scheduled, not emotional and post-game. With our athletes, it means delivering constructive criticism with respect, maintaining a professional boundary, and holding every player to the same high standard of conduct. A coach who masters this unwritten playbook—who controls their sideline demeanor, chooses their words carefully, and represents their school with class—builds a foundation of trust and respect that outlasts any single season. The X's and O's may win the game, but it's our etiquette that builds a legacy. Keywords: coaching etiquette, sportsmanship, coach professionalism, WIAA coaching standards, communicating with officials, sideline demeanor, coach-parent communication, building a respected program, high school coaching, coaching ethics, opponent relations, role model coach, pre-season preparation, coaching best practices, sideline integrity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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