A primary concern of mine as a coach on the collegiate level is for each player to excel in the classroom and leave with a marketable degree at the end of her college experience. A sincere and conscientious student will be a sincere and conscientious basketball player. Each player will be a student first and an athlete second. No exceptions allowed!
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A well organized and planned practice that challenges players to react to various drill situations will result in mental quickness, a skill that will carry into game situations. I create a practice atmosphere that requires my players to think and concentrate on all aspects of the game of basketball. This focused “mind set” will carry-over into game situations.
Teaching defense is a challenging and rewarding adventure. As a coach, I want my players to take individual and team PRIDE in the team defense. Playing aggressive defense as a unit will foster team chemistry, pride and unity. These accomplishments are vitally important to the overall success of a good program.
On offense, I find the up-tempo game more enjoyable to watch and coach. I instill confidence in my players to fast break at every opportunity. The key to the fast tempo game is recruiting players who have the athletic ability to perform. I attempt to recruit the kind of athlete who can play this style of game. I am aware, however, that the offense needs to be adjusted to the abilities of the players. My teams have the flexibility to succeed when slow-down play is