Slappin' Glass Podcast Don Showalter on Efficient Practices, Press Defenses, and Competitive Spirit { Team USA }
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Apr 16, 2021 Legendary coach Don Showalter shares insights on efficient basketball practices, press defenses, and coaching strategies. He discusses the importance of competitiveness in player development, contrasting coaching styles, and the diverse responsibilities of a high school head coach. The podcast delves into structuring effective practice sessions, skill development, and the longevity of coaching basketball.
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Make Daily Skill Work Nonnegotiable
- Keep skill development every day throughout the season; Showalter used 40 minutes per 2-hour practice from day one to day 70.
- Combine habits with competitive 3-on-3 play to transfer skills into game situations.
Name Drills And Teach In Short Soundbites
- Create flow by naming drills and keeping them consistent so players know expectations without long explanations.
- Teach in short soundbites (1–2 sentences) because attention spans are very short.
Reset A Poor Practice With Standards And Leaders
- If practice is failing, take responsibility, stop and reset standards, and use leaders to regain focus rather than yelling.
- You can walk off the court or switch to a short shooting drill to change energy and expectations.