Johnny Jones: Transition Drills and Early Offense Fast-paced basketball has become extremely popular not only for fans to watch, but for players as well. In order to play fast, teams must practice fast. In this video, Texas Southern head coach Johnny Jones shares with you a package of drills designed to get players to play fast. The drills develop the individual skills, conditioning, and the mindset needed to play an up-tempo style of basketball. It’s a style of play that helped Jones to five straight 20-win seasons and two Sun Belt championships while he was at North Texas from 2007-2011. Teaching Players to Get the Ball Up the Court Coach Jones uses two drills – 80 Layups in Two Minutes and the 3-Man Weave Wide – to teach players to push the ball up the floor for easy scoring opportunities. Players learn how to space the floor properly in a fast break situation and how to stay alert and reactive while playing fast. Offensive and Defensive Breakdown Drills Playing fast means doing so at both ends of the court. Coach Jones uses on-court demonstration to show you five drills that will increase your players conditioning levels as well as teach an attacking, fast-paced style of play. Drills include: Zig-Zag Drill: Players work on creating pressure on the basketball while working on ball handling against pressure. Triangle Trap Drill: Players learn to pass while under pressure to get easy scoring opportunities. Defensive players learn to trap, read a trap, and create a turnover. 3-on-2, 2-on-1 Drill: Teaches players to learn to score in an advantage situation. Defenders learn to get back in transition and stop easy scores. The Primary and Secondary Break Coach Jones’ Touch and Go Drill teaches players how to run the five lanes in the fast break. Watch as he teaches players to look for the ball in transition. Jones then shows you how to run an effective secondary break when the primary break is no longer an option. You will see his pressure release offense which is designed to score quickly before a defense can get set up. Coach Jones demonstrates the secondary break in a 5-on-0 setting first and then transitions to 5-on-5. He shows you various options of the secondary break against a live defense. These options include: A weak-side stagger screen A weak-side pin down screen A high post flash Post X-cuts ending with a side pick and roll Everything you need to effectively install an up-tempo style of play is offered in this outstanding video by Coach Jones.

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Weight Room Safety Code: Technique and Safety Protocols for Success Only one college basketball program in America has a female strength and conditioning coach – Kansas. Andrea Hudy, the Assistant Athletic Director for Sport Performance, has been labeled the “secret weapon” behind the Jayhawks recent success. In this weight room safety video, you will see how Coach Hudy organizes the weight room so that it is used in a safe and efficient manner and how she develops a culture of success. Following clear guidelines and expectations, players will use the weight room to maximize their potential and achieve their highest goals. Coach Hudy starts by developing the weight room environment. It all starts with a practice mentality. Coach Hudy demands that players treat every weight room session the same way they approach a basketball practice. She also sets standards that she holds her athletes to at each training session. Weight Room Safety Starts with Culture One of the more important aspects of developing a weight room culture is following rules. Abiding by these rules helps to minimize injuries and keep players safe. Coach Hudy shows you how she acquaints each athlete with the weight room making sure that they are acquainted with the entire facility before beginning training. In the video, Coach Hudy and a number of athletes walk you through the weight room and show you all the key areas and procedures. They will show you how to maintain safety while going through a training session. Coach Hudy and the student-athletes then begin demonstrating many of the lifts they use in their program. You’ll learn the difference between Olympic lifts and other weight room activity. Olympic lifts are the foundation to explosive athletic movement. Completing these lifts correctly will help athletes become more explosive, faster, and more powerful. Each lift is explained in detail and Coach Hudy also gets into the importance of the spotter. A well-trained spotter helps to reduce the chance of injury and is of great importance in any weight room. Partners need to rely on each other just as they do in practices and in games. Any coach that is taking over an athletic program must understand the importance of the weight room for training their athletes. This 30-minute video is great look inside one of the most effective training programs in Division I basketball. Coach Hudy will show you how to run and safe and effective strength and conditioning program at any level. Rent this Weight Room Safety Code DVD today.

 Early Transition Offense In the early 1990s, no college team got more fast and easy points than the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels. In this video, Dave Rice, a former UNLV player and head coach, breaks down the fast break and early transition offense that came from legendary UNLV head coach Jerry Tarkanian. Rice played on the 1990 Runnin’ Rebels team that won a national championship using transition and early offense to score points by the bunches. Breakdown of Transition Offense Before Coach Rice takes you on the floor he explains the how and why behind the UNLV fast break. He breaks down why the ball is pushed up the floor and he shows you how to attack the weakest areas of transition defense (post players that jog back on defense). Coach Rice then takes you on the floor to guide you through shooting and transition drills that are used every day as part of the teaching progression. In each shooting drill, the emphasis is on getting game-like shots. Coach Rice shows you how to modify the drill to fit your own transition offense. You will also see how to add actions like back door cuts, post play action, and how to fill on the perimeter. Drills for Attacking the Defense in Transition Offense Next up is the Nugget Drill which is used to train players to push the ball up the floor and attack the defense. The purpose is to get the best possible shot in the open court. Players learn to attack defenders head-on in 2-on-1, 3-on-2, 4-on-3, and 5-on-4 situations in the full-court. The heart of the presentation is when Coach Rice shows you his basic transition offense set and how that leads into any of his half-court offenses. They are all easy to learn and implement. They include: Basic Package: Use a rip screen to get shooters open and a baseline screen to allow entry into the post Reverse: Set up your best shooters for good looks from behind the 3-point arc while other cuts create easy scoring opportunities Flash: Posts get in on the action early and initiate the flow of the offense from the high post Each progression provides an opportunity for each player on the floor. Coach Rice emphasizes that each player must sprint to fill their spot in transition and make every cut count because it could be a scoring opportunity. Coach Rice’s presentation is an excellent guide if you are looking to get your team to play faster. Rent this Transition Offense DVD today. 

Warm-Up and Shooting Drills from Around the World Nike scout and International Basketball Consultant Terry Layton takes you around the world to show you warm ups, shooting strategies, full-court drills, and explosive training techniques used with international athletes. Coach Layton has over 300 career wins at the high school, junior college, and college levels in the U.S. and 300-plus wins at the international level as well. In this video, he takes you through everything from dynamic warmup drills to half-court shooting drills used by some of the best shooters in the world. Coach Layton’s drills are sure to improve your players’ athleticism and skill. Warmup Drills Coach Layton runs you through his warmup drills. He believes in every player handling the ball as it makes practice more fun and adds to the skills players can learn. He calls it “the magic of the ball.” Warmup drills can be done with or without a ball and he will show you how you can improve basketball skills as well as communication between players. Reaction drills help players to develop the ability to think quickly while on their feet. You’ll see how to increase the complexity and degree of difficulty of ball-handling drills to challenge players in skill development. Layton also covers the rhythm of play and how changing speeds makes players harder to defend. Coach Layton demonstrates the All in One drill that improves a player’s ability to get game shots. He takes you through the drill step by step with each skill building on the previous one. You will also see how to maximize just two baskets and develop layup skills, post player shots, perimeter shots, dribble penetration and relocation, and passing skills. Shooting Drills Going deep into his experience, Coach Layton shares 15 of the best shooting drills he has seen from around the world. Each drills uses just two baskets, so you learn how to maximize gym space and time while giving your team an efficient workout. Drills are broken down into phases that simulate game situations. The drills also provide conditioning and train other skills while improving shooting ability. Layton also shares four competitive shooting games that are fun and engaging. They also push players to get out of their comfort zones and develop their shot. Near the end, Coach Layton demonstrates Dice Free Throws where post players practice block out techniques and free throw shooters are put in pressure situations. Coaches at every level can benefit from Coach Layton’s expertise. This is a great training video for warmups and for developing skills.

Basketball is all about gaining advantages. Sometimes, you have to do something differently to differentiate yourself from the competition. The Dribblepro Basketball does exactly that. Learn from a professional trainer, Henry Bibby, and player, Lisa Leslie, as they show you how you can improve your ball handling skills in a matter of days with the Dribblepro Basketball. About the Dribblepro Basketball The Dribblepro Basketball is the first ever "reaction basketball." It is designed to test and improve a players reaction time, hand-eye coordination and fundamentals. The ball itself is regulation size with four nodules scientifically placed at intentional locations on the ball. These nodules cause the ball to bounce 15-20 egress away from the player. The Dribblepro is incredible unique in the ability to work on multiple skills at once. Dribblepro Ball Handling Drills However, just having a Dribblepro ball is not enough. You need instruction and a drill base to improve. Coach Bibby takes you through a series of basic ball handling and dribbling moves to teach you how to properly use the ball and how it can help you improve. He shows a series of basic moves on the go such as the crossover, in and out, behind the back, and between the legs. The emphasis of these drills is having the proper base and hand placement. The hand-eye coordination improvement is obvious but developing the other fundamentals with these drills will also help you blow by your defender. Coach Bibby takes it up a notch by showing more advanced two-ball dribbling along with adding in a defender and teammates. If you can truly master these drills then the ball will become an extension of your hand. Learn from a Pro The Dribblepro is fully endorsed by four-time Olympic gold medalist Lisa Leslie. Leslie goes into full detail into how the Dribblepro can improve your ball handling, shooting, and rebounding. It is rare to find a product that can drastically improve three foundation skills but Leslie demonstrates and explains how the Dribblepro uniquely accomplishes this goal. This section offers a unique opportunity to learn from one of the best players to ever play. The Dribblepro is quite simply an advantage maker. You will have a competitive, and mental, edge on your opponents knowing the type of training you have gone through. Going back to a normal basketball, after using the Dribblepro, will feel so much easier that you wont have to focus on handling the ball but instead focus on reading the defense and making plays for your team. Take your training and game to the next level by renting this innovative DVD today.

Mike Rice: Warm Up Drills for Practice You have to keep your players uncomfortable in practice if you want them to improve on a daily basis. Former Rutgers and Robert Morris head coach Mike Rice uses a number of drills that not only teach fundamentals, but they also force players to learn continually. The drills create a certain mentality and demand great effort. The end result is winning basketball. Rice took Robert Morris to two NCAA tournaments which helped him earn the job at Rutgers. Part of his success was due to his players being able to create chaos in games and turn up the heat on opponents. In this video, Coach Rice shows you his favorite drills to keep your players focused throughout practice and on game day. Coach Rice’s drills focus on fundamentals of the game such as: Passing and Screening Transition and Finishing Defense Close outs Rebounding You will see drills like the Daily Dozen and Rightie and Lefties. Both are finishing drills that teach players to attack the basket without fearing contact. The 4-on-3 Passing Drill teaches poise while under pressure. Coach Rice’s screening drills teach players how to set a variety of screens and get open coming off of them. You get 14 different drills in this presentation. All 14 put players in positions that are generally uncomfortable. The idea is to force players to learn how to deal with any situation that may arise in the course of a game. Players learn poise and toughness. If you are looking for drills that will motivate your players and force them to be tough, Coach Rice’s video is for you. His drills will create excitement and competition in your practices that will show on game day.

Mike Dunlap: Transition Offense – The First 6 Seconds Mike Dunlap is a coaching veteran that has been around the block. He won two NCAA Division II national titles at Metro State, served as a Division I assistant at schools like Arizona and Oregon, and spent time as the head coach of the Charlotte Bobcats in the NBA. One of Dunlap’s core beliefs is that the first six seconds of the shot clock can determine the outcome of your offensive possession. In this video, Coach Dunlap shows you how to make those six seconds count. First, Coach Dunlap shares some thoughts on how to motivate players to attack the basket in transition. Going onto the court, Dunlap goes into great detail on the Three R’s of effective transition basketball. Run out Read React You will see how to get the ball out of the net and push it up the floor as fast as possible. Doing so puts enormous pressure on a defense and helps to control the aggressive of an opposing defense. Coach Dunlap’s explanations and techniques are extremely easy to understand and follow. Next, Coach Dunlap gets into concepts such as spacing. When running in transition, it is imperative that players use proper spacing and accelerate through the dead corners on the wings. This is also the point where Dunlap points out the importance of positive reinforcement. Coaches can build stronger, smarter, and more confident players using positive reinforcement. Since playing an up-tempo style of offense requires a well-conditioned team, Coach Dunlap shares some ideas on how to prepare your players. You will see a three-lane running drill that helps players get a feel for running the floor hard. The Blitz Drill helps to train players to maximize their scoring opportunities by reacting quickly but not hurriedly to defensive pressure. Both drills are done at a high tempo and serve as conditioning exercises as well. This video is a gem that will help coaches communicate better with their players, instill a higher level of confidence, and teach players how to move more aggressively up the floor on offense.

70 drills that will increase your team's explosiveness. Encourage your players to leap higher, landing safely and preventing injury. A vertical jump that is explosive has an additional benefit: a more explosive initial step Joe Stolzer is Manhattan College Strength and Conditioning Coach, Five-Star Basketball Instructor, and has spent over 20 years with NHL, NBA and MLB athletes. He also hosts many vertical jump camps throughout the US. Every basketball player wants to increase his or her vertical leap. You can now! Joe Stolzer offers a visual guide to help you and your players increase their explosiveness. Coach Stolzer will identify and address any weak points in the body that could increase vertical jump. Stolzer identifies the three major areas that affect vertical jump. Ankles and Feet - Vertical jumping begins at ground contact. Increase strength, flexibility, and health in your feet and ankles. Hips The hips are responsible for 80% body power. Athletes can train unilaterally to build twice as much power than those who only train with their legs. Core ÐLearn core exercises that increase your power, jump time, balance and hang time. Stolzer offers detailed instructions on proper jumping and landing mechanics. These techniques will help you land with less injury and maximize your vertical jump. Stolzer also includes more than 20 Blast Off Drills to bring it all together. These drills combine psychological and scientific principles to increase your power jump. The Blast Off drills will add variety to your workouts, and help to prevent muscle plateaus so that your athletes can keep improving. Stolzer's eight aquatic drills are included as well as his "speed training disguised" drills. This program is for athletes who weigh less than 225 lbs. and are post-adolescent. This training tool is a great way to work with athletes and increase their speed. Your team will be more athletic and less likely to sustain injuries. 80 minutes. 2010.

Your defense will enable your team to compete with more skilled opponents Through "effort grading", players can be held accountable For a simple, effective and efficient match-up zone defense, assign players specific responsibilities. Your team can compete against bigger and more skilled teams. Jeff Bzdelik creates his match-up zone starting from scratch. This includes everything from defensive stance to defensive rebounding. To shape his match-up zone defense, Coach Bzdelik uses basic man-to person principles and responsibilities. Bzdelik starts with a proper stance and reveals several techniques to neutralize faster opponents. He also demonstrates a cushion technique that improves positioning, a catch the move technique to stop dribble penetration and explains how banana cuts can contain quick ball handling. Bzdelik explains four rules for his match-up zone. These include guarding the ball and contesting shots. Contesting passes and contesting shots. He also demonstrates how to use the talking, touching, and switching technique on the ball screens. He demonstrates how to use the match up zone to defend corner cut, pick and roll and shuffle cut. Bzdelik also shares his favorite method for defending great post players with his aggressive trap defense. Bzdelik also outlines three principles to eliminate easy baskets in defensive transfer. Also includes "effort Grading" which is a method of breaking down defensive possessions and increasing player accountability. Match-up zone defense gives your team the tools to defeat any opponent this season! 76 minutes. 2009.

Your players will be more secure and agile. Demanding defensive drills can help build team resilience You can get great shots by using versatile early offense Geno Ford instills toughness in every game, drill, and practice he leads. Ford practices daily with two-ball drills and ladder work. Full court dribbling is also part of his daily routine. Ford's 1-on-1 and 2-on-2 competitions require toughness and ball security. These drills simulate game-like situations, with pressure, traps, and decisions. Ford's multipurpose shooting drill will help build conditioning and increase shooting range and accuracy. Ford's secondary offensive system is featured in the second half of this DVD. This offense relies heavily on screening. Your team can use the back, brush, and on-ball screens to distort defense and consistently get high quality shots. This offense has a hidden weapon: aggressive pursuit of missed shots in the offensive glass. This will result in easy baskets. Ford offers suggestions for skills development, toughness, and easy baskets. These three traits will help you score more easily and limit your turnovers. 56 minutes. 2009.

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Coach Crean begins the presentation by presenting offensive strategies against Box and one defense. In a 5-on-5 situation, two special plays, #1 Strong and Post, will be demonstrated on the floor. Both sets make the most of the opportunities when the zone has been properly attacked. Raider is a special play against the 3 Out 2 IN defense. You can win games at the buzzer if you play with only 1 or 2 seconds left. Crean shows you a box OB game with many options and 2- and 3-point options. The stack OB play is a 1-4 flat alignment with a hard crossscreen and seal by screener. The Triangle plays can be used in the side OB position to make a lay up or open 3-pointer. A series of plays is strategically executed in the half court to score at crucial times late in the game. These plays include handoffs (both 2- and 3-point), multiple screens, multiple pick-and-rolls, penetration, and several other types of screens. These plays can be defended by five defenders, which clarifies the strategies. This video contains many tips, plays, and ideas to help you win late-clock success. 63 minutes. 2007.

Coach Crean breaks down the box set series into its components. Different actions can be run out of the same box set, which can cause confusion for the defense. The first box set puts two perimeter players at their elbows, and then flows into a triangle with a ball side. Defense faces many problems due to the flare screen and "split" post feed action. These plays are designed to reverse the ball and force one defense to defend two of the offensive players on the weaker side. Box #2 is a late 3-pointer that places a shooter on a block to the left. Box 3 is a misdirection play using ball screens. The perimeter spacing allows for cross-screen action and screen the screener action. Box #4 is ideal for a lay-up coming out of a timeout. Refusing to use the ball screen can result in penetration, dish possibilities, or a lay-up. The flare screen in Box #5 creates a hard back screen for the post player, sending him to open block area for position. A double screen is available for your post player to make a jump shot. The last box play creates an isolation to a guard, double screen for a shooter, and an over-the top chest cut. 63 minutes. 2007.