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Ever wondered if less might actually lead to more success on the youth basketball court?

Many believe that piling on strategies results in better performance, but that might not be the case. In this episode, hosts Coach Steve Collins and Coach Bill Flitter discuss the power of simplification to unlock player potential.

Are you focusing on the right areas?

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Ever questioned if your post-season evaluations are driving real improvement?

Many youth sports organizers think traditional evaluations are enough, yet they might be missing a growth opportunity. In this episode, Coaches Bill Flitter and Steve Collins, seasoned experts, redefine post-season evaluations to fuel player and team advancement.

Are your assessments making a difference?

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Break evaluations into actionable skill sets. Engage both players and parents in the improvement process. Transform feedback into tangible tools for development. Anticipate even more game-changing tips ahead.

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Ever wondered if uneven foul calls could impact the way you coach your team?

Many believe that the foul counts should be event. This is a misconception. Hosts Steve Collins and Bill Flitter, seasoned coaches, tackle the issue of lopsided fouls and how to navigate them with your team.

Could your approach to adjusting strategy be holding you back?

In this episode, discover:

How to communicate effectively with officials. Adapting your team's strategy to uneven foul calls. Why understanding the game flow is crucial for success. Plus, more on adapting in real-time.

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In this episode of Coaching Youth Hoops, Coach Collins and Coach Flitter tackle one of the biggest challenges in youth basketball—how to properly select and structure AAU teams. From deciding whether to have an A and B team to the best way to name teams without stirring up controversy, they share practical strategies for making team formation a smooth process.

They also dive into:

🏀 The ideal team size and balancing player availability.

📋 The importance of independent evaluators and maintaining a paper trail.

🔄 Why standardizing offenses and defenses across teams makes player movement easier.

💡 How to navigate tournament selection and avoid mismatches.

Plus, they highlight the Game Changer app for stats and live video, and the Coaching Youth Hoops Practice Planner, a powerful tool for creating customized season-long practice plans in seconds.

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If you’re running tryouts, forming teams, or managing a youth basketball program, this episode is packed with insights to help you do it right. Tune in now! 🚀

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🎙️ Coaching Youth Hoops Podcast: Naming Teams & Running Effective Tryouts

In this episode, we tackle two big topics for youth basketball programs—team naming conventions and tryout evaluations. Should you label teams as "Elite" or "Gold"? How do you fairly evaluate players and build the right teams? We break it all down!

🔹 Topics Covered:

✅ Why team names matter and how to avoid parent conflicts

✅ Should you have an A & B team? Pros and cons

✅ How to structure tryouts for fair evaluations

✅ Best drills and matchups to assess players

✅ Using independent evaluators for unbiased decisions

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Avoid the common pitfalls of team selection & set your players up for success! 🎧 #YouthBasketball #CoachingTips

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With AAU season around the corner, how do you pick the right team for your child? In this episode, we break down the key factors every parent and coach should consider when selecting a program.

🔹 Topics Covered:

✅ Understanding your child’s interest & skill level

✅ Development vs. competition—finding the right balance

✅ The impact of team culture & coaching philosophy

✅ Avoiding the "hype" and making the best long-term decision

✅ Red flags to watch for when joining a team

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www.coachingyouthhoops.com/healthMake an informed decision this AAU season! 🎧 #YouthBasketball #CoachingTips

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This week, we’re diving into one of the most common youth basketball challenges—off-ball movement. Too often, players stand still, watching the action unfold. We’ll break down how to teach off-ball movement, key drills, and ways to simplify decision-making for young players.

🔹 Topics Covered:

✅ Why players struggle with off-ball movement

✅ Simple rules to keep players engaged

✅ Small-sided games to reinforce movement

✅ How to layer teaching for better development

✅ Practical drills for different age groups

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Welcome to Coaching Youth Hoops, where we cover all aspects of coaching youth basketball. In this episode, hosts Steve Collins and Bill Flitter catch up and discuss when it's appropriate for young players to start shooting 3-pointers, the importance of form and strength, and the psychological barriers associated with the 3-point line. They provide valuable advice for coaches and parents on developing players' shooting skills and emphasize the importance of focusing on form rather than short-term game success. Tune in to gain valuable tips and insights on coaching youth basketball.

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Ever wondered how early is too early to build your young athlete's personal brand?

Many parents and coaches think starting early is key, but rushing it can backfire. In this episode, Coach Bill Flitter and recurring guest Shay Balish—an expert in sports psychology and founder of Curve Health—debunk misconceptions and share insights on fostering a young athlete's motivation and autonomy.

Are you helping or hindering your athlete’s growth?

Tune in to learn:

More valuable insights are on the way.

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Ever wondered how to truly prevent injuries in youth basketball?

Many think injury prevention is only for pro athletes, but that's a misconception. In this episode, Coach Bill Flitter and expert Shay Balish from Curv Health, with years of research in sports psychology and injury prevention, tackle this myth head-on.

Are you doing enough to keep your young athletes safe?

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More valuable insights are on the way.

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