Dr. Dish Basketball Blog / Basketball Coaching (5)

Everyone knows the saying “success doesn’t happen overnight.” And when it comes to coaching, it couldn’t be more true. Having a winning record, or creating a winning legacy does not …

Almost every coach, no matter the level of play, knows how much a team’s “culture” or atmosphere can impact their players on and off the court. Unfortunately, too many coaches …

Establishing expectations and goals for your team right at the beginning of the season sets the tone for every practice and game moving forward. Check out this post for tips …

"Separation season" is a term used in basketball training to refer to the summer months, which are considered a critical period for players to work on improving their skills. It …

We need to get better! We need to work harder! We need to learn more! These three statements are often made by coaches during the season and also heading into …

This past weekend, Montverde Academy won their second straight national championship. The Eagles fought to comeback from a double-digit deficit at halftime and beat Long Island Lutheran 60-54. Montverde Academy …

As the season comes to an end it's very important to take every experience on and off the court into consideration. One of the best ways to grow and learn …

Depending on how your team is doing at this point in the season you may want to consider shortening or lengthening your bench rotation. This is a delicate subject and …

For most basketball coaches January tends to be the halfway point in the season and this means evaluating where your team stands in comparison to pre-season expectations. For some, this …

Every basketball season, coaches set goals for their team. Whether it's to win a state championship, conference title, or win against a rival, teams are striving to accomplish them. In …