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
"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.

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Spain Pick and Roll Modern Twist Explained
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.

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

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

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Mastering NBA Pistol Action: Versatile Early Offense Set
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.

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8 Elite BLOB Plays Every Coach Should Know
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
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.

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Use the Pre-Switch to Defend Ball Screens
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.

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How to Teach the Peel Switch in Help Defense
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.

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

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How to Run the Triangle-and-Two Defense
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.

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