This list was developed by Kevin Eastman and sent out by Steve Smiley.
You can also see another 5 minute video from Coach Eastman by clicking on this link: Keys to Quality Skill Development.
As practices at all levels begin in earnest in October and November, it’s always good to make sure that each group involved brings to each practice what’s most needed for each practice to be the best it can be. Let’s take a look at some things that both coaches and players need to bring each day:
THE COACH
- must bring great energy and enthusiasm (and not just the first week, but every day)
- must bring the preparation needed to make sure that what he’s working on is what’s most needed for that day
- must bring a keen eye to spot the mistakes that will keep the team from improving that day
- must organize the practice so that he gets maximum work in the allotted time
- must know his system so well that he actually has the answers before the players ask the questions
THE PLAYER
- must bring great energy and enthusiasm
- must walk onto the floor “clutter free” — all outside distractions must be cleared up or at least put to the side for that time period
- must always seek to “get from” practice not just “get through” practice
- must bring great focus, as the first month is always filled with teaching and learning
- must have a “get in great shape” mindset for both physical conditioning as well as mental focus (being able to stay focused even through fatigue)
This is a short list of what all players and coaches must bring to make sure they’re holding up their end of the “practice bargain” and the “improvement bargain.”
One final thought — both groups must jump on every opportunity to help someone else get better, learn faster, go longer. That’s a sign of a great team!
12 More Ideas to Improve Your Practices
Click here to read the first 12 Ideas from my basketball practice e-book
“130 Great Ideas to Get a Lot More Accomplished in Practice”
You can also see another 5 minute video from Coach Eastman by clicking on this link: Keys to Quality Skill Development.
