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Kim Barnes Arico, head women's basketball coach at the University of Michigan, describes one of her conditioning drills at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan. http://youtu.be/ipU6W7LpZI4 Note: Athletes run as solos (half-court, back, full-court, back, half-court, back, free throw line, back) or pairs (each runs half-court, back, full-court, ba... continue »


http://youtu.be/3RpFukoYDVg Rich Czeslawski of Pure Sweat Basketball and Crystal Lake High School (Illinois) discusses the “grind” of coaching and why it’s important to unplug and get away from time to time.... continue »


http://youtu.be/a-5g24esRfA Rich Czeslawski of Pure Sweat Basketball and Crystal Lake High School (Illinois) discusses why referring to coaching as “the grind” sets a negative tone and discourages others from wanting to coach for the right reasons.... continue »


http://youtu.be/mvwYCna4_gQ Rich Czeslawski of Pure Sweat Basketball and Crystal Lake High School (Illinois) talks about how the overwhelmingly majority of coaches, including club coaches, are in it for the right reasons.... continue »


http://youtu.be/j-GGYqDY-_0 Rich Czeslawski of Pure Sweat Basketball and Crystal Lake High School (Illinois) discusses building lasting relationships with others through coaching.... continue »


http://youtu.be/KQefmsepnKI Rich Czeslawski of Pure Sweat Basketball and Crystal Lake High School (Illinois) talks about how he and his family sit down once a week plan family events to assure they spend time together.... continue »


http://youtu.be/5kvuGyVgoX8 Cheryl Reeve, head coach of the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx, talks about assistant coaches and what they need to do to prepare for a head coaching job.... continue »


http://youtu.be/Fu9UdeF-6F4 Cheryl Reeve, head coach of the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx, gives insight into a typical practice for her team.... continue »


http://youtu.be/1NCXzOTyUL0 Cheryl Reeve, head coach of the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx, talks about the skills that are important for her post players.... continue »


http://youtu.be/EEtutX-kqOY Mike Neighbors, head women's basketball coach at the University of Washington, discusses "teaching a winning mentality" to help players and coaches bounce back after a rough season.... continue »


http://youtu.be/pT3lW9T7fW8 Mike Neighbors, head women's basketball coach at the University of Washington, talks about how he teaches players to limit turnovers in games.... continue »


http://youtu.be/veDxi88Ulw0 Mike Neighbors, head women's basketball coach at the University of Washington, talks about what high school coaches can do to help their athletes prepare for the college level.... continue »


http://youtu.be/dISVqT7mqrQ Cheryl Reeve, head coach of the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx, discusses what it takes to become a great coach.... continue »


http://youtu.be/tX9Qzfv8Ctg Cheryl Reeve, head coach of the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx, reveals what she values most in her offense: guard play.... continue »


http://youtu.be/yFusc7IOQgw Mike Neighbors, head women's basketball coach at the University of Washington, offers advice to first-year coaches who want to start off strong with their programs.... continue »


http://youtu.be/clWOq2KUYM8 Mike Neighbors, head women's basketball coach at the University of Washington, explains why it's important for coaches to practice how they play.... continue »


http://youtu.be/-91RZHvSSQY Cheryl Reeve, head coach of the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx, talks about the growth in girls basketball and how more athletes are showing interest.... continue »


http://youtu.be/hRb8KP6tMpM Mike Neighbors, head women's basketball coach at the University of Washington, discusses what's important when serving as an assistant coach.... continue »


http://youtu.be/LYZvzMd-7DQ Cheryl Reeve, head coach of the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx, talks about how coaches can move up the career ladder and meet their goals.... continue »


http://youtu.be/jV6EFR-dBLk Kim Barnes Arico, head women's basketball coach at the University of Michigan, shows the audience how she practices transition offense at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan. Note: Have your 4s and 5s start under the basket.Your guards are broken up into two groups on either side of the floor. The guards lined up on ... continue »


http://youtu.be/cEdCH65I5VY Kim Barnes Arico, head women's basketball coach at the University of Michigan, describes one of her shooting/rebounding drills at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan. Note: The goal is to score 25 points in 2 minutes. 3s are worth 2 points and all other shots are worth 1. If the ball hits the ground or a put-back is ... continue »


http://youtu.be/t8ozQ2gO3-k Kim Barnes Arico, head women's basketball coach at the University of Michigan, shows off her Rebounding Toughness Drill at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan. Note: This is a 2-on-2 drill. Split your players into two teams and put 4 minutes on the clock. Each group goes for 45 seconds at a time. The ball is dead if... continue »


http://youtu.be/7y06BFqXKgI Kim Barnes Arico, head women's basketball coach at the University of Michigan, breaks down her Rebounding and Finishing Drill at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan.... continue »


http://youtu.be/unS05I7tQMs Kim Barnes Arico, head women's basketball coach at the University of Michigan, displays her Defensive Pressure Drill during a session at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan.... continue »


http://youtu.be/2USwQI9zN0I Oakland University men's basketball coach Greg Kampe teaches his no rule rebounding drill at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan. The team that scores on a rebound goes to the back of the line at the top of the key. After desired time of play, the losing teams run. There are no fouls and no out of bounds.... continue »


http://youtu.be/3d9jI5XWtjs Oakland University men's basketball coach Greg Kampe demonstrates one of his progression drills that builds to 5-on-5 at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan.... continue »


http://youtu.be/AzTVxuZwQ-c Oakland University men's basketball coach Greg Kampe demonstrates a drill that helps improve defense at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan.... continue »


http://youtu.be/cnrkOvBrKME Oakland University men's basketball coach Greg Kampe describes one of his favorite warm-up drills at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan.... continue »


http://youtu.be/W9jNwOppVUg Oakland University men's basketball coach Greg Kampe breaks down an excellent shooting drill at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan.... continue »


http://youtu.be/yf1opudZAAA Oakland University men's basketball coach Greg Kampe runs a full-court drill at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan.... continue »


http://youtu.be/Q1OElmiQUGA Oakland University men's basketball coach Greg Kampe showcases his staple Closeout Drill at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan. Coaches can run any play out of this closeout drill.... continue »


http://youtu.be/XqpZKvBQ4TM Dwayne Stephens, associate head men's basketball coach at Michigan State University, asks coaches what they demand of their players and how it pays off.... continue »


http://youtu.be/kq1Utlgk9NM Dwayne Stephens, associate head men's basketball coach at Michigan State University, discusses why talking about championships is key to making it all possible.... continue »


http://youtu.be/a14JArNfmAg Dwayne Stephens, associate head men's basketball coach at Michigan State University, discusses the reasons coaches need to work on their communication skills.... continue »


http://youtu.be/l566XtDckqY Dwayne Stephens, associate head men's basketball coach at Michigan State University, talks about how the Spartans coaching staff deals with the perils of social media.... continue »


http://youtu.be/pG69rLj1kfk Dwayne Stephens, associate head men's basketball coach at Michigan State University, breaks down why trust and relationships are the most important aspects of your basketball program.... continue »


http://youtu.be/2oUs7ZB542M Dwayne Stephens, associate head men's basketball coach at Michigan State University, talks about the challenges of handling distractions within your program.... continue »


http://youtu.be/6vm-COrHiWg Dwayne Stephens, associate head men's basketball coach at Michigan State University, talks about how Tom Izzo creates an atmosphere of "our team" versus "my team."... continue »


http://youtu.be/zXsmm-VhX5s Dwayne Stephens, associate head men's basketball coach at Michigan State University, talks about the value of getting parents and families involved in the program.... continue »


http://youtu.be/RfRzbry4moM Chris Mack, head men's basketball coach at Xavier University, describes a few of the qualities that make up the ideal point guard.... continue »


http://youtu.be/GTT38nncAdI Chris Mack, head men's basketball coach at Xavier University, describes "running the circuit," a drill that he uses to open his practices.... continue »


http://youtu.be/AJE7dBIa7P8 Scott Heady, head boys basketball coach at Carmel High School (Indiana), talks about how he keeps his players motivated as they continue to succeed at a high level.... continue »


http://youtu.be/ZhPfi6g7FN0 Brian Morehouse, head women's basketball coach at Hope College (Holland, Michigan), describes his team motto of "win everything," and how players need to be their best all the time, on and off the court.... continue »


http://youtu.be/W6Ob2CYXTAc Brian Morehouse, head women's basketball coach at Hope College (Holland, Michigan), reviews strategies for beating the 1-3-1 trap.... continue »


http://youtu.be/5t0fitrfQ28 Brian Morehouse, head women's basketball coach at Hope College (Holland, Michigan), discusses how the relationship between a player and coach helps your program on the court.... continue »


http://youtu.be/H3hoqTD34mI Brian Morehouse, head women's basketball coach at Hope College (Holland, Michigan), discusses what characteristics a player must possess to be a point guard.... continue »


http://youtu.be/CZBAF_HuvGs Brian Morehouse, head women's basketball coach at Hope College (Holland, Michigan), talks about points of emphasis and determining what aspects of the game are "non-negotiables" in your program.... continue »


http://youtu.be/OHy0A48Lts0 Brian Morehouse, head women's basketball coach at Hope College (Holland, Michigan), talks about the importance of meeting with team leaders to establish mutual goals.... continue »


http://youtu.be/YDCy1M6UkjA Lindsay Gottlieb, head women's basketball coach at the University of California, discusses the bond between a coach and his or her student-athletes.... continue »


http://youtu.be/JfB2_-2ziTo Lindsay Gottlieb, head women's basketball coach at the University of California, discusses setting core values and blending various personality types on one team.... continue »


http://youtu.be/yH6O4IwhYh8 Lindsay Gottlieb, head women's basketball coach at the University of California, discusses why coaches should take the time to learn about their student-athletes' lives off the court.... continue »


http://youtu.be/GkKIF4HMom4 Lindsay Gottlieb, head women's basketball coach at the University of California, talks about the dangers in publicly criticizing student-athletes.... continue »


http://youtu.be/k3azDjV8eok Lindsay Gottlieb, head women's basketball coach at the University of California, discusses why verbal feedback is so important to young student-athletes.... continue »


http://youtu.be/Ms-q6KYJFbs 2013 Aspiring Coach Award winner Ty Stacey talks about never letting the doubts of others inhibit your goals.... continue »


http://youtu.be/aRLj8ee0EaM 2013 Aspiring Coach Award winner Ty Stacey talks about his coaching influences.... continue »


http://youtu.be/pTcNe1klBaE Ty Stacey, men's basketball team manager and recipient of WInning Hoop's 2013 Aspiring Coach Award, talks about his duties as team manager.... continue »


http://youtu.be/uwOpW116HZ8 Ty Stacey, men's basketball team manager and recipient of WInning Hoop's 2013 Aspiring Coach Award, discusses the championship season of Cardinal Stritch University.... continue »


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Oklahoma City's Scott Brooks huddled up his team in the waning moments of Game 5 of the NBA Finals to deliver this powerful message to his team.... continue »


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Purdue men's basketball coach Matt Painter discusses his approach to recruiting:... continue »


http://youtu.be/vaBY_HRGox8 Oregon City's Kurt Guelsdorf gets his team mentally prepared for their upcoming opponent, including Xs and Os, as well as important insights into their previous game play.... continue »


http://youtu.be/rxYBSamJIos Oregon City's Kurt Guelsdorf talks about the importance of working together and battling through the elements. That, he says, makes him most proud of his team.... continue »


http://youtu.be/P_nw9oTsnNk Oregon City's Kurt Guelsdorf gets his team back on track during halftime, adjusting defense and making suggestions for the offense.... continue »


http://youtu.be/cyOVxfW6_-g Oregon City's Kurt Guelsdorf doesn't substitute his players during games - he leaves that responsibility to his top assistant. This allows him to focus entirely on game flow, mismatches and on-court strategy.... continue »


http://youtu.be/J0jf5lErnMo Tips for staying motivated when facing an opponent who may not be on the same talent level as your squad.... continue »


http://youtu.be/x0TAGAiRxew Don't let a season-ending injury ends a player's off-the-court season. Kurt Guelsdorf keeps his injured players actively involved with the squad so they continue to have a positive experience in the Oregon City program.... continue »


http://youtu.be/TorvaSwLZbc Players in the Oregon City system do a fantastic job making the extra pass. Hear how coach Kurt Guelsdorf encourages this practice and how his players are the ones who deserve the credit.... continue »


http://youtu.be/ypBpG_faM28 Oregon City plays a highly active, disruptive, intense full-court defense. When the team builds a large lead, head coach Kurt Guelsdorf has to decide when to pull back the pressure. Find out at what point he drops back into a half-court defense.... continue »


http://youtu.be/jE7_3-b_JpM Your practice plan changes on a daily basis. Find out what Oregon City's Kurt Guelsdorf runs through during practice the day prior to a game.... continue »


http://youtu.be/oQsMjSN0Uec When you make a deep tournament run, your team typically is playing in larger gyms and arenas. Oregon City's Kurt Guelsdorf make sure his squad gets some practice time in a different gym in the days leading up to a state tournament game.... continue »


http://youtu.be/vB7fotGX90k Iowa State Men's Basketball head coach, Fred Hoiberg, dishes out advice to young coaches and offers his key to a successful season. The Winning Hoops team tracked down "The Mayor" at the 2011 Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Association Conference where he was a presenter on Oct. 6, 2011, in Madison, Wis.... continue »


http://youtu.be/CaHRa7sFhU0 Winning Hoops talks with women's varsity basketball coach, Larry Czer, Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota. He shows us his Late Game Inbound Plays.... continue »


http://youtu.be/EGHvT_P9RSk Winning Hoops talks with boys varsity basketball coach, Ricky Roper, Gahr High School, Cerritos, CA. He shows us his trick play called "Two Hands" a.k.a. "What are you doing play."... continue »


http://youtu.be/d21-Tdb2lrQ Winning Hoops talks with Lindey Fennelly of Point Guard College (PGC) at the WBCA National Convention. Lindsey talks about the importance of player development and the critical period of summer.... continue »


http://youtu.be/djB3lx-lNZg University of Washington men's basketball coach Lorenzo Romar discusses when he sprinkles in a zone defense with his typical man-to-man.... continue »


http://youtu.be/Vvbu3-tw5EY More than a game... continue »