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Zone defense Rhea Mhae Villena 6/3/25 Zone defense Rhea Mhae Villena 6/3/25

4-1 Zone Defense: Teaching an Aggressive Backline Anchor System

This article breaks down the 4-1 zone defense, teaching youth and high school coaches how to protect the rim, cover corners, and deny the high post with strong communication and active hands.

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Defensive Concepts Rhea Mhae Villena 5/28/25 Defensive Concepts Rhea Mhae Villena 5/28/25

Elite Team Defense Communication: Lessons from Draymond, the Spurs, and Duke

This article shows how to teach vocal leadership on defense using examples from Draymond Green, the Spurs, and more. Learn drills, coaching cues, and communication phrases that make a difference for youth and high school teams.

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