

Coaching Youth Hoops (Youth Basketball Coach)
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Check us out at www.coachingingyouthhoops.com Are you a new or experienced youth basketball coach looking to cut through the noise and have someone just tell you what works? It’s easy to waste time and money learning how to coach Kindergarten through 8th-grade basketball on your own. Join seasoned youth basketball coaches Bill and Steve as they give you the blueprint you need to succeed on and off the court. In each episode, you'll discover easy-to-implement tips and techniques that you can apply to your next practice. Will Launch Weekly on Tuesday Mornings
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Jan 22, 2026 • 33min
Ep 303 Does sports tech overshadow coaching intuition for kids? ( Part 2)
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Is more tech always better for your youth basketball team?
Many think the latest gadgets guarantee fewer injuries and better performance, but is that really the slam dunk solution? In this episode, Bill Flitter sits down with sports tech pro Julien Blin, who’s helped top NBA, NFL, and college teams navigate the world of performance data.
Are you using technology to help or just overwhelm your athletes?
Tune in to discover:
How to use tech wisely, even on a budget.
What data actually matters (and what’s just noise).
The secret sauce pros use: strong team culture.
Plus, more game-changing insights await.
Let’s change the game together! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5-star review.
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👷🏼Build a season-long practice plan in 60 seconds: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/basketball-practice-plan/
✅Download FREE Season Planning Checklist: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/season-checklist/
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Jan 20, 2026 • 30min
Ep 302 Does sports tech overshadow coaching intuition for kids? ( Part 1)
https://teachhoops.com/
Is more tech always better for your youth basketball team?
Many think the latest gadgets guarantee fewer injuries and better performance, but is that really the slam dunk solution? In this episode, Bill Flitter sits down with sports tech pro Julien Blin, who’s helped top NBA, NFL, and college teams navigate the world of performance data.
Are you using technology to help or just overwhelm your athletes?
Tune in to discover:
How to use tech wisely, even on a budget.
What data actually matters (and what’s just noise).
The secret sauce pros use: strong team culture.
Plus, more game-changing insights await.
Let’s change the game together! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5-star review.
💲Unlock More Revenue at your Tournament. Reward the Stands.https://sidelinesavings.com/
👷🏼Build a season-long practice plan in 60 seconds: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/basketball-practice-plan/
✅Download FREE Season Planning Checklist: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/season-checklist/
📈 AI Game Analytics for Youth Teams: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ai
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Jan 15, 2026 • 19min
Ep 301 What offense should your youth basketball team run?
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👷🏼Build a season-long practice plan in 60 seconds: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/basketball-practice-plan/
✅Download FREE Season Planning Checklist: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/season-checklist/
📈 AI Game Analytics for Youth Teams: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ai
Is defense really the best offense? Or is that just coach-speak we've all accepted? In this episode, Steve Collins and Bill Flitter, record-holding champs and seasoned youth hoops mentors, set the record straight and teach you how to actually pick the right offense for your team.
Are you picking an offense because “it’s always been done this way”?
You’ll discover:
Why spacing, not just plays, wins at the youth level.
How to design rules kids can remember and actually run.
How defense can supercharge your scoring.
Plus, get more game-changing tips every episode.
Let’s change the game together! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5-star review.
💲Unlock More Revenue at your Tournament. Reward the Stands.https://sidelinesavings.com/
👷🏼Build a season-long practice plan in 60 seconds: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/basketball-practice-plan/
✅Download FREE Season Planning Checklist: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/season-checklist/
📈 AI Game Analytics for Youth Teams: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ai
Keywords
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Jan 13, 2026 • 24min
Ep 300 Top 10 Lessons Learned from 300 Episodes of the podcast
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Are you repeating the same coaching mistakes, or are you learning as you go?
Many coaches think experience alone makes them better, but what if wisdom only comes from real reflection? Steve Collins and Bill Flitter, after 300 episodes, share the 10 biggest lessons they’ve learned so you don’t have to reinvent the wheel.
How much have YOU grown as a coach this year?
In this episode, discover:
Why winning can blind you to your flaws
How parent partnerships fuel success
The secret sauce of player development
And that’s just the beginning. There’s plenty more to help you level up!
Let’s change the game together! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5-star review.
💲Unlock More Revenue at your Tournament. Reward the Stands.https://sidelinesavings.com/
👷🏼Build a season-long practice plan in 60 seconds: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/basketball-practice-plan/
✅Download FREE Season Planning Checklist: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/season-checklist/
📈 AI Game Analytics for Youth Teams: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ai
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Jan 8, 2026 • 28min
Ep 299 What signals should coaches watch for athlete burnout? ( Part 2)
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Are you prepared for your athletes’ next injury or just hoping it won’t happen?
Most coaches assume injuries only happen to “other teams,” but youth sports injuries are rising fast. In this episode, Bill Flitter invites expert Dr. Kelly Morgan, ER physician and sports medicine pro at Elite 7 Sports Medicine, to tackle this challenge head-on.
Are you truly ready to protect and support your players?
Discover how to:
Prevent common injuries with smart training.
Use active rest and load management effectively.
Keep athletes engaged, mentally and physically, even when sidelined.
Even more game-changing tips are coming your way.
Let’s change the game together! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5-star review.
Find Dr Kelly Morgan at https://www.e7sportsmedicine.com/
💲Unlock More Revenue at your Tournament. Reward the Stands.https://sidelinesavings.com/
👷🏼Build a season-long practice plan in 60 seconds: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/basketball-practice-plan/
✅Download FREE Season Planning Checklist: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/season-checklist/
📈 AI Game Analytics for Youth Teams: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ai Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 6, 2026 • 28min
Ep 298 What signals should coaches watch for athlete burnout? ( Part 1)
https://teachhoops.com/
Are you prepared for your athletes’ next injury or just hoping it won’t happen?
Most coaches assume injuries only happen to “other teams,” but youth sports injuries are rising fast. In this episode, Bill Flitter invites expert Dr. Kelly Morgan, ER physician and sports medicine pro at Elite 7 Sports Medicine, to tackle this challenge head-on.
Are you truly ready to protect and support your players?
Discover how to:
Prevent common injuries with smart training.
Use active rest and load management effectively.
Keep athletes engaged, mentally and physically, even when sidelined.
Even more game-changing tips are coming your way.
Let’s change the game together! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5-star review.
Find Dr Kelly Morgan at https://www.e7sportsmedicine.com/
💲Unlock More Revenue at your Tournament. Reward the Stands.https://sidelinesavings.com/
👷🏼Build a season-long practice plan in 60 seconds: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/basketball-practice-plan/
✅Download FREE Season Planning Checklist: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/season-checklist/
📈 AI Game Analytics for Youth Teams: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ai Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 1, 2026 • 22min
Ep 297 How do you pick between 2-2-1 and 1-2-2 trap defense?
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Do you really know which trap defense fits your youth basketball team best?
Most coaches think one press fits all, but picking a trap is more art than formula. In this episode, veteran coaches Steve Collins and Bill Flitter break down the real secrets behind choosing the right trap—even when your roster looks like a box of assorted donuts.
Does your current press match your players?
Discover:
When to go man vs. zone to maximize pressure
How to pick the right trap for YOUR team’s energy and smarts
Using personnel strengths to frustrate every opponent
Stick around for more cutting-edge strategies.
Let's change the game together! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5-star review.
💲Unlock More Revenue at your Tournament. Reward the Stands.https://sidelinesavings.com/
👷🏼Build a season-long practice plan in 60 seconds: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/basketball-practice-plan/
✅Download FREE Season Planning Checklist: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/season-checklist/
📈 AI Game Analytics for Youth Teams: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ai Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 30, 2025 • 42min
Ep 296 How much should coaches charge for basketball programs?
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Think youth sports isn’t big business? Think again. Are you charging too much…or not enough?
Many coaches assume youth basketball is all about drills, but few consider how pricing and community needs impact participation. In this episode, Bill Flitter and data expert Mal Mizen bust myths about spend, accessibility, and what really keeps kids in the game.
Are you tuned in to your players’ real barriers?
Discover:
How pricing can make or break your program’s growth
Ways to understand your community’s spending habits
Tips to keep basketball accessible for every kid
Even more practical data insights await!
To access the research mentioned in the podcast, go here: https://open.substack.com/pub/youthsportshq/p/youth-sports-tam-and-spending-report
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Dec 25, 2025 • 15min
Ep 295 What lasting impact does coaching really have?
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What do you really get from coaching basketball—besides the box score?
A lot of coaches think it’s all about wins and losses. But Coach Steve Collins and Bill Flitter, with decades on the hardwood, show that the true value runs deeper. Spoiler: It’s not just about the W's!
Ask yourself: Is your coaching fulfilling, or just stressful?
Listen in for:
The life lessons kids (and coaches) truly remember.
Why relationships matter more than results.
How to rediscover your “why” and never burn out. Want more soul-filling stories? Stay tuned!
Let’s change the game together! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5-star review.
💲Unlock More Revenue at your Tournament. Reward the Stands.https://sidelinesavings.com/
👷🏼Build a season-long practice plan in 60 seconds: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/basketball-practice-plan/
✅Download FREE Season Planning Checklist: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/season-checklist/
📈 AI Game Analytics for Youth Teams: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ai Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 23, 2025 • 17min
Ep 294 Is the three-man weave still beneficial?
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Is the classic three-man weave actually making your players better—or just burning practice time?
Many coaches trust tradition to build teamwork, but Steve Collins and Bill Flitter, basketball vets with decades of experience, challenge this old-school drill head-on and ask: is the 3-man weave still relevant?
Are your drills truly game-like, or just comfortable routines?
You'll learn:
Why the 3/5-man weave might be overrated
Easy ways to add real-game value to practice
Smarter drills to maximize limited gym time
More gems are inside this episode!
Let's change the game together! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5-star review.
💲Unlock More Revenue at your Tournament. Reward the Stands.https://sidelinesavings.com/
👷🏼Build a season-long practice plan in 60 seconds: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/basketball-practice-plan/
✅Download FREE Season Planning Checklist: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/season-checklist/
📈 AI Game Analytics for Youth Teams: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ai Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


