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Later in the episode, the hosts celebrate their 250th episode, thanking their listeners for their continued support. They reflect on the journey of the podcast since its inception in April 2022 and mention some of their most popular episodes, including those on the "blitz offense" and discipline. As a thank you to their audience, they announce a special 25% discount on their practice plans available at coachingyouthhoops.com through June 2025 using the promo code "podcast250." They also tease upcoming developments and new offerings for their coaching resources.

In this episode of the Coaching Youth Hoops podcast, hosts Steve Collins and Bill Flitter tackle the common challenge of coaching multi-sport athletes in youth basketball. They emphasize the significant benefits of playing multiple sports for young athletes, including reduced injury rates (especially for female athletes) and improved mental well-being, advocating that coaches encourage this participation. The hosts discuss the practical implications for coaches, such as players missing practices due to conflicting schedules with other sports or non-athletic activities. They advise restructuring practice plans to focus on repetition of core concepts rather than rapid progression, ensuring that players who miss a session don't fall too far behind. Communication with parents about managing conflicts and setting realistic expectations regarding playing time for those who miss practice is also highlighted. The conversation touches on player burnout and the importance of breaks.

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