This week I'm going to be posting one entry each day regarding the 2012 NABC Final Four Convention. These notes are compiled from 5 different clinics I attended during the convention and will include my own thoughts and ideas in italics. I'm happy to discuss any of these ideas with anyone who needs more clarification - just leave your e-mail in the comments section!
First up is Coach Dwayne Stephens from Michigan State University. Coach Stephens has been listed as one of the top Division I assistants in the country and talked about some of the ideas they build their program around.
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First up is Coach Dwayne Stephens from Michigan State University. Coach Stephens has been listed as one of the top Division I assistants in the country and talked about some of the ideas they build their program around.
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· “Our guys live on the Shootaway”
· There’s a reason the word “distraction” has such a negative connotation when it comes to athletes.
o You have to have talent that gets along and is on the same page.
· The best way to assure you know what’s going on with your team is to spend time withyour team.
o Show them you care about them as people.
§ Stop into dorms to say hi, play video games, etc.
§ “Know the girlfriend. Know the boys. Know the hangouts.”
· Make an effort to talk to the girlfriend and the boys.
o Guys will be who they hang out with
· “Point guard should know who will be open to throw ahead to within the first two steps.”
o “Two or less dribbles if you’re going to throw ahead.”
· “If point guards don’t run, nobody else will.”
· Most important thing after a bucket is the outlet.
o “On time, on target.”
· When screening, get “skinny” where you want the defense to go – they’ll take the path of least resistance.
· When bigs leave the block, they create easy opportunities for a dig.
o This applies to pushing guys off the block when you’re on defense as well.
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