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The Mental Side of Coaching Basketball
Handling Pressure & Game Management
Communication & Presence
Dealing With Mistakes
Confidence & Identity
Managing Emotions & People
⁠Long-Term Mindset & Growth
The Basketball Playbook
Basketball Offense
Basketball Defense
Basketball Rules
Basketball Drills
Basketball Skills and Technique
Basketball Practice Plans
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Handling Pressure & Game Management
Communication & Presence
Dealing With Mistakes
Confidence & Identity
Managing Emotions & People
⁠Long-Term Mindset & Growth
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Basketball Defense
Basketball Rules
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  • Building Trust with Assistants
  • Calling Plays With Confidence
  • Choosing Encouragement Over Criticism
  • Clear and Concise Language Under Stress
  • Managing Overtime Nerves
  • Positive Body Language on the Sideline
  • Staying Calm in Huddles
  • Substitutions Without Hesitation
  • Talking to Refs Without Losing Focus
  • Timeout Strategy Under Stress
Confidence & Identity Rhea Mhae Villena 10/16/25 Confidence & Identity Rhea Mhae Villena 10/16/25

Ego vs. Evolution: Embrace Growth Without Ego

Real growth takes humility. Confident coaches don’t fear change—they refine it, letting evolution strengthen their philosophy instead of replace it.

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Coaching Compass: Knowing What Never Changes

Adjustments help teams evolve, but core values keep them steady. Clear non-negotiables give players direction when pressure and change arrive.

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Confidence & Identity Rhea Mhae Villena 10/16/25 Confidence & Identity Rhea Mhae Villena 10/16/25

Principles Over Panic: How to Adjust Without Overreacting

Pressure tests a coach’s composure. The best adjustments come from clarity, not panic, staying true to your principles when the game tightens.

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