This playbook is a curated collection of ideas, philosophies, and guidelines. Not just specific plays, but rather for sharing strategic insights and approaches.

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"Elevator" Screens: How to Surprise Defenses

The elevator screen is a beautifully disguised set that has made its way from elite NBA offenses into systems at every level. Here’s how it works and why it’s so effective.

Spain Pick and Roll Modern Twist Explained

The Spain Pick and Roll is more than just a set, it’s a strategic action that collapses defenses and creates mismatches. Here's how it works and how to read coverages like a pro.

How to Use the Gortat Screen in Youth and High School Basketball

The Gortat screen is a subtle but powerful off-ball tactic where bigs seal their own defender to free up driving lanes. Learn how to teach it legally and effectively to youth and high school players.

Zone Play "Baylor": Use Inside Screens to Shred Any Zone Defense

The Baylor zone play disrupts traditional zone coverages with well-timed inside screens and smart spacing. Perfect for youth basketball drills and high school basketball coaching playbooks.

Mastering NBA Pistol Action: Versatile Early Offense Set

Pistol Action is a youth coach’s secret weapon: simple, effective, and easy to teach. Boost spacing, timing, and basketball IQ with this 3-man game.

8 Elite BLOB Plays Every Coach Should Know

Break down 8 effective baseline out-of-bounds plays designed to create quick looks, confuse defenses, and flow seamlessly into motion offense.

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How to Blitz Ball Screens Like Creighton

Creighton’s textbook ball screen blitz shut down Ohio’s pick-and-roll. Here’s how it works, why it’s effective, and how to teach it at youth and high school levels.

Use the Pre-Switch to Defend Ball Screens

This guide teaches the pre-switch, a smart, proactive switch technique to avoid defensive mismatches in pick-and-roll situations. Ideal for youth and high school coaches.

How to Teach the Peel Switch in Help Defense

This article teaches the peel switch, a smart, efficient help defense rotation for youth and high school teams. Keep drives in check without leaving shooters open.

How to Teach the Box-and-One Defense in Youth Basketball

Learn how to use the Box-and-One defense at the youth level to shut down dominant scorers. This hybrid zone system is simple to teach and surprisingly disruptive.

How to Run the Triangle-and-Two Defense

The Triangle-and-Two is a hybrid defense designed to disrupt teams with two top scorers. Learn how to run it with key teaching points and common mistakes to avoid.

How to Run the 1-2-1-1 Diamond Zone Press for Youth Teams

A coach-ready guide to the 1-2-1-1 diamond zone press, complete with rotations, trapping angles, and defensive responsibilities. Ideal for high school and youth basketball.

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