In this episode, Tyler and Mark dive deep into one of basketball’s most crucial skills: shooting. They break down common myths, share the science and art behind great form, and discuss the power of external cues that can transform how players approach their shot.

• 🚫 Shooting myths debunked – Separating fact from fiction
• 🎯 The art & science – Why shooting is more than just mechanics
• 🗣️ External cues – How simple language can unlock better results
• 🏀 Coaching takeaways – Teaching shooting with clarity and confidence

In this episode, Clare and Tyler break down how to flip the script on traditional basketball practices. Instead of running the same repetitive drills, learn how to create game-like situations that actually prepare your players for real competition. They’ll also dive into how shifting your practice approach builds decision-making, energy, and player engagement on the court.

🎮 Make your drills game-like

⚡ Keep practices proactive, not repetitive

🧠 Build smarter players through game situations

🏀 Maximize development while keeping players engaged

Mark and Tyler share fresh insights from teaching at recent events, unpacking what they’ve learned about making practices more engaging, competitive, and effective. They explore why game-based learning often beats endless drills, and how to spot—and eliminate—common coaching mistakes that hold players back.

🔥 Why games create better learning environments than traditional drills

🛑 Coaching mistakes you might not realize you’re making

🔄 How to adapt what you see at events into your own practices

💡 Building practices that teach, challenge, and inspire

In this second part of the ROSE Series deep dive, Mark and Tyler focus on the often-dismissed details that actually determine whether your offense works or falls flat. From overlooked cues to micro habits, they break down the hidden parts of the process that separate good teams from great ones.

🌐 Access the full ROSE Series breakdown here: savicoach.com/roseseries

👀 Learn the small habits that coaches tend to skip—but players need

🔁 Build layers that reinforce clarity and repetition

🛠️ Address the “in-between” moments that shape real understanding

In part one of this two-part episode, Mark and Tyler dive deep into the ROSE Series—a system built to develop player understanding, not just run plays. They unpack how to teach it, the common mistakes coaches make, and how habits like journaling can elevate your coaching mindset.

Access the full ROSE Series course at savicoach.com/roseseries

🌹 Understand what the ROSE Series really is

🚫 Avoid common coaching pitfalls during install

📓 Use journaling to sharpen your teaching

🧠 Focus on developing thinkers, not just play-runners

In part two of this SAVI Method series, Mark and Tyler turn the spotlight on each other—asking fast, hard-hitting questions that reveal their deepest coaching lessons. They open up about their strengths, setbacks, wins, and what truly shapes their identity as coaches. This is a powerful, honest conversation that will challenge you to reflect on your own journey.

⚡ Rapid-fire reflections – Big questions, honest answers

🏆 Lessons from wins & losses – How adversity shaped their growth

🧠 Coach identity – Who are you when it matters most?

🔍 Personal and practical – Insight you can apply to your own path

In part one of this two-part episode, Mark and Tyler unpack the foundation of The SAVI Method—what it is, how it works, and why it challenges traditional coaching models. They dive into the core philosophies behind SAVI and how it’s helping coaches build smarter systems, stronger teams, and more intentional leadership. 💡🔥

🔍 What is The SAVI Method? – A fresh, focused approach to coaching

📚 Challenging the norm – Why traditional models aren’t enough

🏀 System + freedom – Balancing structure with player ownership

🧠 Coaching with clarity – Helping coaches lead with purpose and precision

In part two of this conversation, Coach Joe Crispin returns to dive deeper into what it truly means to be a SAVI coach. Mark and Joe explore the mindset behind great coaching, the questions every coach should be asking themselves, and how to approach the game as an artist—on the court and on the sidelines. This one is all about purpose, creativity, and evolving as a leader. 💡🔥

🧠 Coaching with intention – The questions that shape how you lead

🎨 The coach as artist – Blending structure with creativity

🏀 The SAVI mindset – What sets great coaches apart

🚀 From player to coach – How to carry your style into your leadership

In part one of this two-part conversation, Mark and Tyler sits down with Joe Crispin—former pro player and current offensive coordinator at Penn State—to explore his journey from playing to coaching. They unpack the idea of “finding the Waldo” with sticky language, the evolution of style vs. structure, and the constant tension between what’s best for the team vs. what’s best for the player. A powerful listen for any coach navigating the balance between freedom and system. 💡🔥

🧩 Finding the Waldo – Using sticky language to teach smarter offense

🏀 Player vs. system – Balancing individual freedom with team structure

🔥 Ahead of his time – Joe’s journey as a player who broke the mold

🎯 Coaching evolution – Lessons from playing, head coaching, and now leading a Big Ten offense

In this episode, Mark is joined by strength coach Matt Bruce to talk about how to structure effective workouts for athletes at every level—high school, college, and beyond. They dive into the importance of intentional programming, proper delegation, and how strength work translates directly to performance on the court. A must-listen for coaches who want to train smarter, not just harder. 🔥

📋 Level-specific workouts – What high school and college players really need 🧠 Training with purpose – Designing workouts that actually impact gameplay 🤝 Delegating with trust – How to involve strength staff in your player development 🚀 Maximizing efficiency – Build stronger players without wasting reps