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Find out how a basketball team can work together to shut down the opponent's star player! Learn how to coach defense in youth-league basketball in this free series of basketball coaching videos from an experienced coach.
There are 15 videos in this series:
In youth basketball, a good defense is a crucial part of winning championships. Coach a team to become better defensive players using the coaching tips in this free video lesson on youth basketball from an experienced coach.
In youth basketball, good defensive players should analyze the skills of the players on offense. Strategize to make a team better on defense using the coaching tips in this free video lesson on youth basketball from an experienced coach.
In youth basketball, good defensive players should adjust to the skills of the players on offense. Help a team to become better defensive players using the coaching tips in this free video lesson on youth basketball from an experienced coach.
In youth basketball, a good defensive player should maintain good balance at all times. Show a team how to become better defensive players using the coaching tips in this free video lesson on youth basketball from an experienced coach.
In youth basketball, a good player on defense should maintain a good defensive stance at all times. Demonstrate how basketball players can become better defensive players using the coaching tips in this free video lesson on youth basketball from an experienced coach.
In youth basketball, a good defensive player should move their feet to stay in front of the player on offense. Keep youth basketball players in good defensive position using the coaching tips in this free video lesson on youth basketball from an experienced coach.
In youth basketball, a good player on defense should try to block passing lanes. Play better pass defense in basketball using the coaching tips in this free video lesson on youth basketball from an experienced coach.
In youth basketball, a good player on defense should try to help out teammates on the weak side of the court. Know what to do on defense in basketball by following the coaching tips in this free video lesson on youth basketball from an experienced coach.
In youth basketball, a good defensive player knows how to stop a fast break. Stop a fast break in youth basketball using the coaching tips in this free video lesson on youth basketball from an experienced coach.
In youth basketball, a good defensive player knows how to stop a drive down the middle of the lane. Encourage defensive players to stop a drive using the coaching tips in this free video lesson on youth basketball from an experienced coach.
In youth basketball, a good trap on defense can force a turnover. Get the basketball back using the coaching tips in this free video lesson on youth basketball from an experienced coach.
In youth basketball, a good defense will prevent easy baskets for the post player on offense. Deny a youth basketball post player the chance to get the ball using the coaching tips in this free video lesson on youth basketball from an experienced coach.
In youth basketball, coaches play in front of a post player to prevent them from getting the ball. Keep the basketball away from a post player using the coaching tips in this free video lesson on youth basketball from an experienced coach.
In youth basketball, a good defensive player should try to get around a screen to prevent easy shots. Defend against screens in youth basketball by using the coaching tips in this free video lesson on youth basketball from an experienced coach.
In youth basketball, a good defensive player should maintain a low stance and be ready to move in any direction. Become a better basketball player on defense using the coaching tips in this free video lesson on youth basketball from an experienced coach.
Basketball, b-ball, hoops. These are all names for one of the most popular games in America: basketball. Whether it’s professional play in the NBA, college games, the local high school team, or a friendly round of one-on-one round, basketball is exciting and fast-paced, pitting player against player and skill against skill. Having strong fundamentals like dribbling, passing, and shooting are the keys to the success of any aspiring player or team. Though flashy dunks, trick shots and off the wall dribbling antics are fun to watch and have their place, they often create a “superstar” mentality that ultimately hurts the team if not put in check. What makes basketball great is the combination of individual talent and team strategy, producing a match that’s sure to keep spectators on edge. In these free video basketball lessons, an experienced coach demonstrates how to play defense, including use of proper defensive stance and tips for defending the post position. Learn how to front a post player to deny them the ball. Find out how to trap a dribbler and get a turnover. But most of all, discover how to improve the overall defensive skills of a team in pursuit of a championship!
Sean Hobson Sean Hobson's passion is teaching youngsters the fundamentals of basketball. Hobson's coaching career began in basketball-crazed Indiana where he helped coach the state’s third ranked girls team. Moving to a large middle school near Nashville, Hobson now coaches the boy’s varsity team and gives private lessons to kids of all ages to develop their basketball skills. He also has extensive basketball broadcasting experience, calling television play-by-play for local powerhouse high school teams, and previously covering the NBA’s Seattle Sonics for KJR Sports Radio.dkdk
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