How We Can Help Your Become a Better Coach

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Chris Hungerford

HoopsKing.com CEO

 

To be a successful coach you need to have good players and you need to learn how to best use your players. I'm going to highlight the products that I feel can help most coaches accomplish the most you can with your teams.

The first thing I would suggest for a basketball coach is to continually increase your knowledge of the game and see all the different teaching methods, drills, etc.  By renting DVDs through the mail, you can see the greatest coaches and the newest innovators without breaking your budget.  You can rent DVDs for around 1/3 of what it would cost you to buy them. Watch them a few times and take what you need into your teams practices.  No matter what field you work in, people get stale in their job and coaches are no different.  Don't become stagnant, stale, and think you already know it all.  You don't! No one knows it all.  The best coaches are always talking to other coaches, studying, and learning.

Our P.R.O. Bands are a favorite of coaches.  They can be used for resistance while dribbling, rebounding, stretching, strength training, and more. We offer an "On the Court Weightroom" package so that you can get all the bands you need at a great discount.  Instead of scheduling additional weight room time, you can take care of the weight training right on the court with our bands.  Athletes really like working with the bands and likely will make your sessions even more fun and productive.

Since we've introduced the Defender Extender basketball training pads we've seen a lot of orders coming in from colleges.  College coaches know the importance of being able to play at that "Next Level" as many players come in having been one of the bigger players in their area and now they are not.  The Defender Extender pads will help you prepare your players for longer, taller, and more athletic players.  Practicing with these pads will make playing against someone of their own size much easier.  Watch our Defender Extender videos to see all the ways they can really help your players improve and then point these areas out to your players.

Our LockDown Defender bands have been very popular with coaches as well. They make defense fun! Players can now set a goal to get quicker and faster by changing up the bands. Players will also learn to get lower because if they aren't stretching the bands they are not low enough.  You will easily know when someone is standing up or taking it easy on defense.  The LockDown bands can be worn around the ankles or thighs so you can also use them in other drills that require medial (up and down the court) movement.

I think all the above products are very worthwhile for any coach or school to invest in.  While you are at it, treat yourself to a new custom coaching board with your school colors and logo.

Let me know if you have any questions at anytime as we are here to help you succeed.

Chris Hungerford

 

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The Big Cone - Pop Up Sports Defender Cone $39.99
HoopsKing TrainingA Cone Players Can’t Just Step Over At 3.5 ft tall and 20 in wide, the Big Cone mimics a real defender — so players learn to actually get past size with jabs, crossovers and changes of direction. Pops up in seconds, works for every sport. Add the Big Cone — $39.99 ★ 36 reviews3.5′ tall defenderPops up instantlyFree shipping on 8+ Why It MattersLittle Cones Train Little Moves Players just step over short cones — so they practice moves that would never beat a real defender. The Big Cone stands like an actual defender, forcing real jabs, crossovers and changes of direction that transfer straight to the game. What It DoesBuilt to Make You Better 3.5′ tall × 20″ wide — real-defender size Forces game-real moves, not step-overs Basketball, soccer, football, lacrosse & more Pops up in seconds Folds flat to store and travel Buy 8 or more — free shipping (lower 48) Up CloseA Closer Look The DetailsSpecs Size 3.5′ tall × 20″ wide Setup Pops up instantly, folds flat Sports Multi-sport Good QuestionsFAQ What sports is it for?Basketball, soccer, football, lacrosse and more — anywhere players need to learn to beat a defender.Is it easy to store?Yes — it pops up in seconds and folds flat for storage and travel.Do I get free shipping?Buy 8 or more Big Cones and shipping is free in the lower 48 states. Customer ReviewsWhat Athletes Are Saying Real feedback from players and coaches who use it. Make Practice Look Like the Game Give players a defender they actually have to beat. Add the Big Cone today. Add the Big Cone — $39.99
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Defender Extender Basketball Training Pads from HoopsKing Use the Defender Extender basketball training pads to teach players to shoot over a taller defender in basketball.
Defender Extender™ Basketball Training Pads $79.99 $89.99
HoopsKing TrainingLearn to Score Over Taller, Longer Defenders Defender Extender pads simulate the length of bigger, more athletic defenders — so your players learn to create space, lift their shot, and finish over size. Then real games feel easy. Add the Pads — $79.99 Train vs. lengthUsed by trainers3 how-to videosFast shipping Why It MattersSize Is the Wall Most Players Hit at the Next Level Players who dominate against their own age get to the next level and meet length they’ve never trained against — and their shot gets blocked or rushed. Defender Extender lets them practice against simulated taller defenders now, so they know exactly how much space and arc it takes to score over size. What It DoesBuilt to Make You Better Simulate taller, longer, more athletic defenders Learn the space you need to get your shot off Raise your floater and finish over the block Practice jabs, fakes & straight-line drives Shoot over your coach or trainer with ease Prepare players for the level above them See It In ActionWatch It Work Score Against Taller Players Improve Your Shot With the Pads Defender Extender Overview Up CloseA Closer Look The DetailsSpecs Use Shooting & finishing vs. length Best for Players & trainers Sport Basketball Good QuestionsFAQ How are the pads used?A coach or partner holds/extends the pads to simulate a taller defender while the player works on finishing, floaters, and shooting over length.What positions benefit?All of them — guards learning to finish over help and bigs learning to score through contact and length.How fast does it ship?Most orders ship quickly with tracking emailed to you. Make Length a Non-Factor Train against size now so it never surprises your players in a game. Add the Defender Extender pads today. Add the Pads — $79.99
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P.R.O. Bands Basketball Resistance Training Bands for Strength, Speed & Vertical Jump Training from $19.99
Basketball Resistance Training Build Stronger, Quicker, More Explosive Basketball Movement P.R.O. Bands give players a simple way to add resistance to workouts, on-court movement, strength drills, flexibility work, and basketball-specific athletic training without needing a full weight room. 41-inch loop bands 4 resistance levels Use at home, court, gym, or practice Great for players, parents, trainers, and teams Choose Your Band Size Find the Right Resistance Starting at $19.99 See the Training Uses One Band. More Ways to Make Ordinary Reps Harder. Use P.R.O. Bands for resisted first-step work, bodyweight strength training, squats, jumps, stretching, and on-court athletic development drills. Add resistance to first-step and drive work Use for squats and lower-body strength Train players to stay lower and attack harder Add resistance to explosive jump work Use for push-ups, shoulders, and upper-body reps Skill Matters. But Athleticism Changes How the Game Feels. A player can have solid skills and still struggle when the game gets faster, more physical, and more crowded. Stronger legs, better balance, more body control, and a quicker first step can make every skill feel easier to use. Parents Notice When Their Player Looks a Step Slow Maybe your player works hard, but still gets bumped off cuts, loses position on rebounds, or struggles to explode past a defender. P.R.O. Bands help make simple training more demanding so the body has to work with more intent. Players Need Reps That Feel Different Ordinary workouts can become too easy. Add resistance, and basic movements suddenly require more focus, stronger posture, better balance, and more effort through the entire rep. Coaches Need Tools That Do Not Waste Practice Time P.R.O. Bands are easy to bring out for stations, warmups, strength blocks, flexibility work, and athletic development without building an entire practice around one piece of equipment. Why Players Train With Resistance Make Strength, Quickness, and Explosive Movement Part of the Routine These bands are built for basketball players who need more than casual reps. They help turn short workouts into focused, resisted training blocks. 01 Resisted First-Step Work Add resistance to drive moves and change-of-direction work so players have to stay lower, lean into the move, and push harder through the floor. 02 Lower-Body Strength Training Use P.R.O. Bands for squats, lunges, resisted jumps, and bodyweight strength sessions when a full weight room is not available. 03 Upper-Body and Core Work Add resistance to push-ups, shoulder presses, thrusters, rows, and movement patterns that help players build stronger, more controlled bodies. 04 Flexible Training Anywhere Keep bands in a gym bag, backpack, garage, training facility, or practice basket so serious reps are never limited to one location. Choose Your Resistance Pick the Band That Matches the Player and the Drill Each P.R.O. Band is 41 inches long and comes in a different resistance level. Choose lighter resistance for younger athletes, upper-body work, and stretching. Choose heavier resistance for stronger athletes and lower-body explosiveness training. Small Black 10–30 lbs. resistance Best starting option for elementary to junior high athletes, lighter upper-body work, push-ups, shoulder presses, and stretching. Medium Purple 30–50 lbs. resistance Great for junior high, high school, and many female college players. Useful for explosive dribble work and all-around strength training. Large Green 65–85 lbs. resistance Best for stronger high school players and up. Ideal for lower-body strength, squats, and resisted athletic movement. X-Large Blue 100–150 lbs. resistance Built for big, strong athletes using heavier resistance for explosive training, leg strength, and demanding lower-body work. Band Size Resistance Recommended For Current Price Black 41" x 3/4" 10–30 lbs. Elementary to junior high, light upper-body work, stretching $19.99 Purple 41" x 1 1/4" 30–50 lbs. Junior high to high school, all-around training $24.99 Green 41" x 2 1/4" 65–85 lbs. High school and up, stronger lower-body work $29.99 Blue 41" x 1 3/4" 100–150 lbs. College-level and very strong athletes $34.99 Select Your Resistance Basketball-Specific Training Ideas Use It for the Athletic Movements Players Actually Need P.R.O. Bands can fit into short home workouts, team stations, trainer sessions, warmups, and strength blocks without overcomplicating the workout. Explosive Drive Work Use around-the-waist resistance to help players practice attacking lower, pushing harder, and staying balanced through the first step. Squats and Lunges Add band tension to lower-body strength work so players can train legs, hips, posture, and control without needing machines. Strength Circuits Build simple circuits with push-ups, presses, rows, thrusters, and core work to keep players training with structure and purpose. Who It Helps Built for Players Who Need Better Reps Between Games Parents cannot control the rotation. Coaches cannot personally develop every athlete every day. But better tools can help players train with more purpose when nobody is forcing them to. For Parents Helping Their Player Get More Serious P.R.O. Bands are easy to keep at home, in the garage, in a gym bag, or near the driveway. They give your player a simple way to train strength, quickness, mobility, and body control without needing a trainer every session. Great for players who need to get stronger without waiting for the weight room. Useful for short workouts before practice, after school, or on off days. Helps parents support training without needing to design a complicated program. For Coaches, Trainers, Camps, and Team Workouts Coaches can use P.R.O. Bands for warmups, resisted movement, strength stations, flexibility work, and athletic development blocks that fit into existing practices. Add resistance stations to practice without adding bulky equipment. Use different resistance levels for youth, middle school, high school, and older athletes. Keep training organized for camps, clinics, and small-group workouts. Why This Beats Random Workouts Give Players a Tool That Makes Training Feel More Serious The goal is not just doing more exercises. The goal is doing better reps with enough resistance to force focus, posture, balance, and effort. Ordinary Unstructured Workouts Players often go through movements without enough challenge. Workouts can become repetitive, casual, and easy to skip. Home training can feel disconnected from basketball movement. Strength work may be limited if there is no weight room access. P.R.O. Bands Training Adds resistance to basketball movement, strength work, and flexibility sessions. Gives players a simple tool they can use almost anywhere. Creates more focused reps in short workouts and team stations. Offers multiple resistance levels so players can progress over time. Product Details Simple, Portable, and Easy to Add to Basketball Training Choose the resistance level that fits the athlete, the exercise, and the training goal. Use lighter bands for younger athletes, upper-body exercises, and flexibility work. Use heavier bands for stronger players and lower-body power training. 41" Loop Band Length Each band is 41 inches long and built for resistance training, strength work, flexibility, and athletic development exercises. 4 Resistance Options Choose Small, Medium, Large, or X-Large depending on age, strength level, and how the band will be used. 🏀 Basketball Uses Use for resisted drives, squats, jumps, warmups, mobility, stretching, push-ups, shoulder work, and training stations. Bag Train Almost Anywhere Keep one in a gym bag, team equipment room, car, home gym, or backpack so players can train without bulky equipment. Questions Before You Buy Choosing the Right Basketball Resistance Band Use these answers to decide which P.R.O. Band makes the most sense for your player, team, or training setup. Which P.R.O. Band should a youth player start with? The Small Black band is usually the best starting point for elementary to junior high athletes, lighter strength work, push-ups, shoulder presses, and stretching. Which band is best for high school basketball players? Many high school players can use the Medium Purple band for all-around training. Stronger athletes may prefer the Large Green band for lower-body strength and resisted movement. Can these bands help with vertical jump training? They can be used as part of a vertical jump training routine for squats, resisted jumps, lunges, and lower-body strength work. Results depend on consistency, effort, technique, and the full training plan. Can players use P.R.O. Bands at home? Yes. Players can use them at home, in a garage, driveway, gym, or on the court for short workouts, strength circuits, stretching, and basketball-specific resistance drills. Are these useful for coaches and teams? Yes. Coaches can use them for warmups, strength stations, athletic development blocks, resisted drive work, flexibility sessions, and team training circuits. Do players need weights to use them? No. P.R.O. Bands can be used with bodyweight exercises. Stronger athletes may also use bands with certain weight-room movements when supervised and trained properly. Can one player use more than one resistance level? Yes. A player may use a lighter band for upper-body work or stretching and a heavier band for squats, lower-body strength, or resisted movement. What makes these basketball training bands different from random gym bands? P.R.O. Bands are positioned for basketball training uses like resisted drives, explosive movement, jump work, strength circuits, and on-court athletic development. Help Your Player Train Like Athleticism Actually Matters The players who separate usually do more than shoot around. They build strength, body control, quickness, and confidence through better reps. Add P.R.O. Bands to your training setup and make ordinary workouts feel more serious. Choose Your Band Size Compare Resistance Levels
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Lockdown Defender Bands | Lateral Resistance Bands for Athletes $39.99
HoopsKing TrainingFaster, Quicker Defense — Built Into Your Normal Workouts Lockdown lateral resistance bands add quickness-building resistance to the drills you already do. Wear them on thighs or ankles, move freely, and build the lateral speed that locks down ball-handlers. Add the Lockdown Bands — $39.99 ★ 1 reviewThighs or anklesWear during workoutsFast shipping Why It MattersLateral Quickness Wins the Defensive Matchup Getting beat off the dribble is usually a quickness problem — and few players have time for separate speed-and-agility sessions. Lockdown bands add lateral resistance to the workouts you’re already doing, building the first-step quickness that keeps you in front of your man. What It DoesBuilt to Make You Better Lateral resistance during normal workouts Wear on thighs or ankles Builds speed & quickness Full freedom of movement Better on-court conditioning Works for any sport See It In ActionWatch It Work Resistance Bands for Quicker Defense Up CloseA Closer Look The DetailsSpecs Wear Thighs or ankles Use Your normal workouts Sport Any Good QuestionsFAQ Do the bands get in the way?No — worn on the thighs you can do any basketball move, even dribbling between your legs, with full freedom.Who are they for?Any athlete who wants to get quicker and play better defense without adding separate workouts.How fast does it ship?Most orders ship quickly with tracking emailed to you. Customer ReviewsWhat Athletes Are Saying Real feedback from players and coaches who use it. Become the Defender Nobody Drives On Build lateral quickness into the workouts you already do. Add the Lockdown Bands today. Add the Lockdown Bands — $39.99