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.
How to Beat a 2-3 Zone Defense With Ball Movement
Want to beat a 2-3 zone defense without relying on set plays? This breakdown shows how ball movement, spacing, and high-IQ reads can expose the zone every time.
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.
5 High-IQ Point Guard Concepts Every Coach Should Teach
Elite point guards do more than score. This breakdown shows coaches how to teach 5 high-IQ skills—like pace, reads, and game awareness—that separate good from great.
Recognizing When to Slip a Screen
A perfectly timed screen slip can be more dangerous than any pick-and-roll. In this article, we break down how to teach your players to recognize slip opportunities—and punish defenses trying to be aggressive.
Attacking a 1-3-1 Zone: Diagonal Passes and Short Corners
The 1-3-1 zone defense is tough—but not unbreakable. Learn how to use diagonal passes, short corner seals, and smart ball movement to stretch and beat this aggressive zone.
How to Beat a Pack Line Defense: Spacing, Patience, and Offensive Counters
The Pack Line defense can shut down unprepared teams—but with spacing, patience, and timing, your offense can break it down. Here's how.
How to Teach Players to Move Without the Ball
Mastering off-ball movement is essential for any player looking to elevate their game. This guide breaks down fundamental basketball cuts—from V-cuts to Laker cuts—and shows you how to teach timing, change of speed, and angles to get players open.