The Basketball Teacher Podcast

Episode 99: Playing With A Small Rotation With Coach Bruce Marchand

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We talk to Coach Bruce Marchand about how he successfully coaches a team with a small rotation. We discuss how he manages minutes, gets the most out o...

Episode 98: Effectively Coaching Without a Basketball Background With Coach Pat Potter

17 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Friend of the show and Coach Pat Potter joins us to discuss his experience as a basketball coach despite not coming from a basketball background. We d...

Episode 97: Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone With Coach Jeremy Dresslaer

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Coach Dresslaer talks about how he got out of his coaching comfort zone to help his team succeed. We talk about the changes he made, ...

Episode 96: Getting an Underachieving Team on Track With Coach Ricky-Joshua Joghee

03 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Coach Ricky-Joshua Joghee joins us to discuss how he worked to turn a team around and get it back on track. We discuss what needed to be fixed, the pr...

Episode 95: Maintaining In-Season Condtioning/Strength With Coach Chris Henderson

27 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Coach Chris Henderson joins us to discuss how he keeps his team in shape during the season. We discuss what he does to keep his team healthy and focus...

Episode 94: Year to Year Player Development With Coach Austin Junker

20 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Junker joins us to discuss how he develops players year to year. We disucss how he builds his program, works on their individual...

Episode 93: Coaching A Successful Freshman Team With Coach Michael Veenhuis

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Veenhuis talks about his experience coaching a Freshman team. We discuss what it means to be a successful Freshman coach and his...

Episode 92: Hybrid Swing-Offense With Coach Brian Centella

06 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we get into offensive execution with Coach Brian Centella discussing his Hybrid Swing-Offense. We get into the movement, the actions a...

Episode 91: Getting Your Team To Play As A Unit With Jodi Marver

29 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Marver joins us to talk to talk about her journey in getting her team to play together. We discuss Coach Marver's process from t...

Episode 90: Dribble Drive With Coach Josh Suslak

22 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Coach Josh Suslak joins us to discuss the exciting dribble drive offense, Coach talks about how he gets solid on and off ball movement, how he teaches...

Episode 89: Communicating Effectively With Players With Coach Dan Bachicha

15 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Bachicha talks about how he communicates effectively with his team. We discuss practices, pressure situations and words/phrases ...

Episode 88: Maintaining Offensive Spacing With Coach Luke Meredith

08 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Luke Meredith discusses how he teaches offensive spacing. We discuss the role offensive spacing plays in his offense, the way he...

Q&A Episode 3 With Coach Gliebe and Coach Hernandez

01 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're back with another Q&A episode taking listener questions on topics ranging from mental composure to tough conversations with players. Enjoy!

Episode 87: A Discussion About The Shotclock With Coach Steve Eshleman

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a great discussion all about the shotclock. Coach Eshleman discusses his experience with and without the shotclock and how it has affe...

Episode 86: Playing Fast On Both Ends With Coach Jason Taylor

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Jason Taylor talks playing fast on both ends of the  court. We discuss what he runs to get his team up and down as well as stay...

Episode 85: Succeding in a Program With Little/No Reputation With Coach Corey McElveen

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

 Coach Corey McElveen joins us to discuss his journey of inheriting a program that had little reputation. We discuss how he built the program up ...

Episode 84: Low Post Defense With Coach Kyle Bent

04 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Coach Kyle Bent joins us in this latest episode to discuss low post defense. We discuss the principles he teachers his players as well as whole team c...

Episode 83: Developing Late Learners With Coach Tyler Bardo

27 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Coach Bardo joins us to talk about developing players coming to the game late. We discuss  players who may be late with their physical growth as well...

Episode 82: Late Game Execution With Coach Ryan Varga

20 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Ryan Varga joins us to talk about how he coaches games down the stretch. We discuss what he does when he's up and when he's down...

Episode 81: The College Recruitment Process WIth Coach Mike Fulford

13 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Mike Fulford talks about recruiting players. We discuss what he looks for when recruiting a player, what he notices at showcases...

Episode 80: The Winning Difference With Founder/Coach Rob Rose

06 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk to one of the founders of The Winning Difference: Rob Rose. We discuss what TWD is and how it came to be. We also discuss how ...

Episode 79: Maintaining Consistent Success With Coach Matt Pitts

30 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk with Coach Matt Pitts about how his program has maintained consistent success. We talk about the keys to his program staying c...

Episode 78: Effective Offense Without A Ball Handler With Coach Raul Placeres

23 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We talk to Coach Raul Placeres about his experience creating a strong offense without a strong ball handler. We discuss ways to work around this limit...

Episode 77: All About D-3 Basketball With Coach Scott Sorenson

16 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Coach Scott Sorenson joins us to talk about D-3 basketball. We discuss what it means to play an coach in a D-3 school as well as &nbs...

Episode 76: Weak/Help Side Defense With Coach Trever Hardin

09 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We get into defensive principles in our latest episode with Coach Hardin. We discuss the importance of weak side defense for his team, how he teaches ...

Episode 75: Rebuilding After Losing Key Players With Coach Sammy Rivera

02 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Sammy Rivera talks about rebuilding his team after losing key players. We discuss how his new players are going to step up., how...

Episode 74: Age Appropriate Skill Development With Coach Kelsey Stasyszyn

26 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Kelsey Stasyszyn talks about being a skills trainer and how to develop players at an age appropriate pace. We discuss how she wo...

Episode 73: Team Building and Bonding Activites With Coach Ahman El-Osta

19 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach El-Osta joins us to discuss ways he brings his team together in the off season and regular season. We discuss the importance of ...

A First Year Coach's Journey (Part 2 of 2) With Coach Billy Joe Nicks

12 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we follow up with Coach Billy Joe Nicks from Episode 15. We discuss how his first season went, what he learned, and his goals for year...

Episode 71: Ball-Screen Continuity Offense With Coach David Sanders

05 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach David Sanders joins the program to discuss his ball-screen continuity offense. We discuss the look he gets out of this offense, ...

One Year Anniversary Show

28 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We look back on the past year of The Basketball Teacher Podcast with clips from every interview!

Episode 70: Positive Parent Interactions with Coach Shawn Vanzant

21 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode coach and former professional player Shawn Vanzant joins the show to discuss how to positively work with parents. We discuss his progr...

Episode 69: Press Breakers with Coach Ryan Rush

14 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Ryan Rush joins us to discuss press breakers. We discuss the keys to breaking any press as well as what he specifically lieks to...

Episode 68: Getting Good Players to be Great With Coach Garrett Hickey

07 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we disucss how to take good players to that next level with Coach Garrett Hickey. We discuss the difference between good and great pla...

Episode 67: Developing Shooters With Coach Ben Dawson

31 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Ben Dawson joins us to talk about developing shooters. We discuss what makes a shooter special as well as techniques to use in y...

Episode 66: 2-3 Zone Defense With Coach Connor Williams

24 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk to coach Connor Williams about the classic 2-3 zone defense. We discuss why he uses it along with program philosophy and refle...

Episode 65: Maximizing Player Effort With Coach Scott Bowlin

17 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're joined by veteran coach Scott Bowlin in this episode to discuss maximum player effort. We discuss his program non-negotiables, the way he runs p...

Episode 64: Offseason and Summer Work With Coach Trent Harrison

10 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Coach Trent Harrison joins us in this episode to talk about his program's offseason and summer workout routine. We discuss how Coach Harrison spends h...

Q&A Episode 2 With Coach Hernandez and Coach Gliebe

03 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Coach Hernandez and Coach Gliebe are back taking YOUR questions in our 2nd Q&A. We discuss topics ranging from shooting form, being a basketball "...

Episode 63: Improving Free Throw Shooting With Coach Derrick DeWitt

26 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Derrck DeWitt talks about improving free throw shooting. We discuss drills and practice ideas for coaches to use in their progra...

Episode 62: Using Read and React With Coach David Henry

19 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Coach Henry joins us on this episode to discuss the popular Read and React system. We discuss why he has stuck with the system, improving player decis...

Episode 61: Changing Your Offense With Trevor Mason

12 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Trevor Mason talks about changing your offensive system. We discuss what led to the change and the challenges that come along th...

Episode 60: Whole Team and Staff Investment With Coach Erik Johnson

05 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Coach Erik Johnson joins us to discuss his philosophy of being invested over interested. We discuss how he engages his players to give their all and b...

Q&A Episode 1 With Coach Hernandez and Coach Gliebe

02 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the audio from our YouTube Q&A where Coach Hernandez and Coach Gliebe took listener questions! Be on the lookout for future episodes where we'...

Episode 59: Pressure Man to Man Defense With Coach Mark Schumaker

29 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Mark Schumaker discusses implementing a pressure man to man defense. We discuss the difference between good pressure versus bein...

Episode 58: Positionless Basketball With Coach Levi Wenrich

22 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Levi Wenrich discusses positionless basketball and the success he and his program have had. We discuss teaching players to be sm...

Episode 57: 1-2-2 Defense With Coach John Kruse

15 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Coach John Kruse joins us to talk about his implementatio nfo the 1-2-2 defense. We get into the X's and O's and how to teach the individual and team ...

Episode 56: Competitive Drills With Coach Adam Palczewski

08 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss competitive drills coaches can use in practice in this episode with Coach Adam Palczewski. We discuss the philosophy behind competitive dri...

Episode 55: 2-1-2 Full Court Zone Trap With Coach Jason Tucker

01 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Jason Tucker joins us to talk about his use of the 2-1-2 Full Court Zone Trap. We discuss the reasoning behind this defense as w...

Episode 54: Matchup Zone Defense With Coach Josef Sigrist

22 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Coach Josef Sigrist joins us this episode to discuss implementing the matchup zone defense. We discuss why he prefers this defense and the advantages ...

Episode 53: Preparing for the State Tournament With Coach Kara Bacile

15 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Kara Bacile shares her knowledge of being a state champion winning coach. We discuss how to best mentally and physically prepare...

Episode 52: Planning To Play Against A Great Player With Coach Erik Buehler

08 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We speak to Coach Erik Buehler about preparing to play against a team with a great player. We discuss how to minimize that player's performance and ho...

Episode 51: Breaking Down Film After a Win With Coach Matt Hower

01 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We talk to Coach Matt Hower in this episode about how to effectively break down film coming off of a victory. We discuss his process of combing throug...

Episode 50: Breaking Down Film After A Loss With Coach Philip McCaslin

25 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode focuses on breaking down film, specifically after a loss. Coach Philip McCaslin talks about what he looks at when he breaks down film and...

Episode 49: Using Your Whole Team With Coach Jon Palicki

18 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk to Coach Jon Palicki about going deep into the bench and using many players throughout the course of a game. We discuss his co...

Episode 48: Coaching with Limited Resources With Coach Keys

11 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Keys (Keyon Smothers) shares his experience working at a school with limited resourced. Coach Keys currently coaches at Longwood...

Episode 47: Coaching an Undersized Team with Coach Brian Carver

04 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Brian Carver discusses what it's like to coach an undersized team. We discuss how to use your strengths to negate the advantage ...

Episode 46: Reflecting on 2020 with Coach Sammy Doucette

28 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Coach Sammy Docuette talks about the past year and how it has changed her as a coach. We discuss the growth that's taken place this year and how this ...

Episode 45: In-Game Adjustments With Coach Joe Lucas

21 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We look at the art of in-game adjustments in this episode with Coach Joe Lucas. We discuss the balance between sticking to a gamplan vs. making adjust...

Episode 44: Coaching Tough Players With Coach Carlos Evans

14 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Evans talks about coaching tough players and how to best serve them. We discuss what it means to be a tough player and give tips...

Episode 43: In-Season Practice Planning With Coach Kyle Diemer

07 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss practice in our latest episode. Coach Kyle Diemer and I discuss what goes into making a good practice in the middle of the season. We discu...

Episode 42: The Grinnell System with Coach Aaron Levin

30 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to coach and former player at Grinnell College Coach Aaron Levin. We discuss "The System" and how it works. We discuss how high...

Episode 41: The Art of Passing With Coach Jordan Castaneda

23 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Jordan Castaneda talks about passing the basketball and how to improve passing in your program. We discuss the role of passing i...

Episode 40: Grinding Teams Down and Slowing The Game Down With Coach Andrew Wenz

16 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Wenz talks about how he slows the game down and works to grind his opponents down. We talk about ways on the offensive and defen...

Episode 39: Accountability and The Little Things with Coach Christina Raiti

09 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Coach Christina Raiti talks about how she holds players accountable even with the little things. We discuss what she holds her players...

Episode 38: Being an AAU Director with Coach/Director Jacobi Couch

02 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode director/coach Jacobi Couch talks about running an AAU program. We discuss what his philosophy is behind his program and gives advice ...

Episode 37: Giving Players the Best High School Experience With Coach Bryan Jerkins

30 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to Coach Bryan Jerkins about giving players the best high school experience. We talk about how important it is for students to ...

Episode 36: Rebuilding a Program into a Contender with Coach Jeff Wilson

26 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I speak with Coach Jeff Wilson about the process of turning his school in a contender. We talk about the program he inherited and the ...

Episode 35: The Importance of Multi-Sport Athletes with Coach Morgan Hayes

23 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to Coach Morgan Hayes about the importance of multi-sport athletes. We discuss her experience working with multi-sport athletes...

Episode 34: Developing Leaders with Coach Shelby Gliebe

19 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss leadership and developing leaders with Coach Shelby Gliebe. We talk about her playing experience, what leadership means to ...

Episode 33: Work-Life Balance With Coach Greg Slade

16 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to Coach Greg Slade about work-life balance as a coach. Coach Slade is a coach, father and husband who has worked hard to achie...

Episode 32: High-Low Action with Coach Mark Miller

12 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to Coach Mark Miller about running high-low actions. We talk about how he uses them in his offense and the skills his players n...

Episode 31: Tryouts (Another Perspective) WIth Coach Danny Gallagher

09 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to Coach Danny Gallagher who offers another perspective in conducting tryouts. We talk about his year long evaluation process a...

Episode 30: Running Effective Tryouts With Coach Brad Stamps

05 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to Coach Brad Stamps about running tryouts. We discuss what he looks for and the process him and his staff go through when cond...

Episode 29: Lessons Learned From Experience with Coach Rick Landera

02 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to veteran coach Rick Landera about the lessons he has learned over his years of coaching. We discuss how his philosophies have...

Episode 28: The Latino Coaching Experience with Coach Lucas Ramirez

28 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to Coach Lucas Ramirez about what it means to be a Latino coach and what it means to work in predominatly Latino areas. This in...

Episode 27: A Player's Perspective with Player/Trainer Taylor Claggett

25 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to trainer and aspiring pro player Taylor Claggett. We discuss the lessons she learned from her coaches and the unique ways her...

Episode 26: Implementing Post Play with Coach Cassidy Kannemeyer

21 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to Coach Cassidy Kannemeyer about implementing post play. We discuss the role of a post player in his offense and how coaches c...

Episode 25: Coaching U18 Nationals with Player/Coach Lisa van den Adel

18 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to Dutch player and coach Lisa van den Adel about her work coaching U18 Nationals in The Netherlands. We talk about the type of...

Episode 24: Building a Strong Youth Program with Coach Erick Blasing

14 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to Coach Erick Blasing about building a strong youth program. We talk about how to make exciting, interesting and still informa...

Episode 23: Rehabilitation and Injury Prevention With Sports Physical Therapist Abby Gordon

11 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to Abby Gordon, a sports physical therapist at Seattle Children's Hospital and for the WNBA's Seattle Storm. We discuss common ...

Episode 22: All About Junior College With Coach Tony Thomason

07 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk to Coach Tony Thomason about coaching Junior College. We talk about the "typical" JuCo player and also about when JuCo is the ...

Episode 21: Basketball Fitness and Training with Player/Trainer Danielle Pray

04 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to player and trainer Danielle Pray about basketball-related fitness, exercize and conditioning. We discuss her workouts and th...

Episode 20: Building Your Half Court Defense With Coach Anthony Olszewski

31 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to Coach Anthony Olszewski on how he builds his half court defense. We talk about the individual skills players need to have, t...

Episode 19: Being a Basketball Skills Trainer With Coach Arndray Gay

28 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this epsiode I talk to skills trainer and coach Arndray Gay about the work he does teaching basketball skills. We discuss how his skill training pr...

Episode 18: Effective Man to Man Defense with Coach Billy Donovan

24 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to Coach Billy Donovan about implementing man to man defense. We discuss how he teaches it and how he reinforces those concepts...

Episode 17: Covering High School Basketball with Prep Sports Reporter Daniel Spevak

21 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I interview high school sports reporter Daniel Spevak. We talk about his perspective in covering high school basketball, his interacti...

Episode 16: Being an Effective Assistant Coach with Coach David Edwards

17 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I interview coach David Edwards about being an assistant coach. We talk about what makes a coach an effective assistant, how head coac...

Episode 15: A First Year Coach's Journey (Part 1) With Coach Billy Joe Nicks

14 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview I begin my multi-part interview series with first year coach Billy Joe Nicks. We talk about his hopes for his new program and his go...

Mental Health Series Part 5: Helping Teens Love Themselves With Teen Therapist Mallory Grimste

12 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In Part 5 of our Mental Health Series I talk to LCSW/Teen Therapist Mallory Grimste about how we, as coaches, can help our players love, trust and bel...

Episode 14: Getting Your Team To Play Fast/Efficent With Coach Randy Edens

10 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to Coach Randy Edens about how he gets his girls team up and down the court. His goal is to score at least 60 points per game a...

Episode 13: Getting Your Team Out in Transition With Coach Jake Kupersmith

07 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to Coach Jake Kupersmith about how he gets his team out in transition. Coach shares a lot of stories from his experience at Kan...

Mental Health Series Part 4: Trends and School-Related Topics with School Counselor Matt Kesner

05 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Teen Mental Health series I talk to School Counselor Matt Kesner about what he sees in teenage lives through his work. We share...

Episode 12: A Referee's Perspective: An Interview with Coach and Referee Cade Murray

03 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to coach and referee Cade Murray about the role of a referee and what he sees when he is officiating games. We also talk about ...

Episode 11: UK Basketball and Growing the US-UK Partnership with Coach Clive Castillo

31 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to University of Westminster coach Clive Castillo about his experience coaching in the UK. We talk about the makeup of a UK bas...

Mental Health Series Part 3: Anxiety, Trauma and Coping Skills With LCSW Aileen Kelleher

29 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In Part 3 of our Mental Health Series I talk to therapist and social worker Aileen Kelleher about our athletes who many experience trauma, anxiety and...

Episode 10: Implementing and Teaching a Press Defense with Coach Clay Davis

27 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to Coach Clay Davis about implementing an effective press defense. We talk about the individual skills needed and how to build ...

Episode 9: Growing The Individual Through Basketball

24 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to coach Max Anderson in New Zealand. We talk about basketball in New Zealand and how he promotes growing great people through ...

Mental Health Series Part 2: Helping Teen Athletes With Sports Psychologist Dr. Megan Cannon

22 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this eisode of the Teen Mental Health series I talk to sports psychologist Dr. Megan Cannon on improving teen athletes and helping them overcome ad...

Episode 8: Coaching at a Small School Environment with Coach Erik Kudronowicz

20 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to Coach Erik Kudronowicz on how he has been able to find success at his school in Scales Mound, IL  with a total school p...