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Introduces the skills of dribbling, passing, and shooting; discusses positions and strategies; and offers advice for warmups, conditioning, and practice
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Use Youth Basketball as your guide to teaching the game, drilling the skills, and building kids' confidence. McCarthy helps you coach responsibilities of the center, forwards and guards; shooting technique, and the value of a fake; the seven key aspects of good dribbling; crisp passing and confident receiving; offensive concepts and plays, for high-percentage shots; and defensive tactics for getting the ball back.If you're new to coaching, you'll welcome Youth Basketball's whistle-to-buzzer coverage. If you've got a few seasons under your belt, look here for new approaches to preparing your team. Try McCarthy's proven practice plan. Learn about conditioning, diet, and what to do in case of injury. Use the checklists and help your players develop specific skills.
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