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BBall Playbook
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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  • Calling Plays With Confidence
  • Choosing Encouragement Over Criticism
  • Clear and Concise Language Under Stress
  • Cooling Tempers in Heated Moments
  • Handling Self-doubt as a Coach
  • Not Letting Frustration Show To Players
  • Old School Coaching in Modern Era
  • Protecting Yourself From Burnout
  • Talking to Refs Without Losing Focus
  • Timeout Strategy Under Stress
Managing Emotions & People Rhea Mhae Villena 10/21/25 Managing Emotions & People Rhea Mhae Villena 10/21/25

Responding Instead of Reacting

A short pause can change the direction of a moment. Slowing down before speaking builds calm, clarity, and credibility.

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Practicing Composure Under Pressure

Composure can be trained. When players practice recovering from frustration, emotional control becomes part of the team’s identity.

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Managing Emotions & People Rhea Mhae Villena 10/21/25 Managing Emotions & People Rhea Mhae Villena 10/21/25

De-escalation by Example

In tense moments, your tone and posture teach louder than your words. Calm presence resets emotion faster than any speech.

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When Emotion Spikes, Logic Fades

When frustration peaks, logic fades. Sometimes the best coaching move isn’t more talking, it’s giving space for calm to return.

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