Every point guard dreams of becoming the next Tony Parker, Chris Paul and Steph Curry. However, It takes a great deal of skill and savviness to play this position at a high level. Coach Tim Springer has got you covered! With has the drills covering everything from lay-ups to the pick and roll, you will be making strides to filling those shoes in no time.
Buying a new car is great, however getting upgraded tires, a new navigation, better sound system and sunroof make all the difference right?
You might say the same about a point guard. Having an average point guard will help you win some games, make some players better and even be consistent on a game to game basis. However we want the newer, more exciting and reliable players who have all the attributes.
Having a great point guard is essential in today's game. A point guard who can read the defense, distribute the ball effectively with a notable basketball IQ is like a brand new car that you can't wait to use. Just like upgrading your car, you can do the same with your point guard.
There are many ways to develop an average player into a widely recognized force. Incorporating advanced drills can and will enhance a players ability to produce for the team at a high capacity. For a guard position in the league to last, they have to show they can perform above average and consistently in a certain area, while remaining productive in another. They always possess flash, poise, purpose, the stage is never too big or small for them, they never stop striving for greatness, they compete, never get discouraged, they are great playmakers, and they are constantly enhancing their skill set.
Having a reliable guard who can score, dish and serve the ball is bound to take you into the playoffs. At both ends of the floor, they are energetic, dynamic and unselfish in their approach and ultimately have a big impact on any game.
Baylor Head Coach Scott Drew and Assistant Coach Mark Morefield created a master course focusing on advanced guard development training. In this course, they breakdown specific skill building workouts that helped them set the cornerstone of Baylor Basketball. They cover everything from ball screen actions, single and double shots, single and double circuits, transition 3’s plus many more!
Coach Tim Springer is one of the country’s preeminent player development coaches. He has gained a reputation in the highest level of basketball as being the go-to guy for taking potential stars and turning them into the type of post players that intimidate opponents and win championships.
If you have undeveloped talent on the post, this book by Coach Springer may just be the key into turning your post player into the dominating force that you can build a team around.
The full post player development regiment utilized by Coach Springer to develop several Division 1 NCAA All-Americans and players in the NBA, WNBA, and internationally
The book provides the drills, workouts, and theories necessary to turn your post players into the foundation of your team
We’ve entered the golden age of point guards who can do it all. Score, dish and serve.
I know many come to mind. Players like Curry, Westbrook, Irving, Lillard and Paul to name a few have taken the league by storm. And there's no surprise that every offense goes through the facilitator. Developing Guards is vital to a teams success, they orchestrate the offense as well as facilitate.
Among all the positions on a basketball court, the point guard has the most specialized duties. The point guard must understand the game plan. It is paramount that they create scoring chances for themselves and others, and that they keep their own tempo.
Life is hard for point guards in today's basketball, it's not enough to be a steady, reliable, play it safe distributor. It's an ever changing role that one must adapt to quickly in order to be effective. Failure to do so can result in poor performances, teams coming up short, not making the playoffs, or worse, getting benched or even dropped from the team.
A developing point guard must become proficient in twelve main attributes in order to be successful. First and foremost, a desire to win, the sheer will to win. The ability to focus on others, direct the game plan. Ball handling skills are essential when developing a guard. They must value each and every possession and take care of the ball. The ability to make teammates better by facilitating. A clear understanding of the situation and being able to direct the fast break are just some of the attributes to an elite player.
Baylor Head Coach Scott Drew and Assistant Coach Mark Morefield created a master course focusing on guard development training. In this course, they breakdown specific skill building workouts that helped them set the cornerstone of Baylor Basketball. They cover everything from warm up shooting, commando ball handling, 5 spot shooting to the jab step. Plus many more!
All coaches can benefit from the unique drills and philosophies shown on this NBA Skill Development Playbook. Footwork is a big key for player development as Coach Peterman shares post secrets from the NBA. Also, Coach Peterman analyzes the idea of competitiveness, commitment and cutting discipline. A distinction is made between an individual workout and skill development. The NBA Skill Development Playbook shows the NBA’s knowledge on skill development. Weak hand development, playing through contact and contesting shots are discussed. The NBA Skill Development Playbook also has quality shooting workout feature from several NBA teams to develop shooters. This outstanding NBA Skill Development Playbook prepares coaches to hit the floor and maximize their time and their player’s potential. Every coach, regardless of level, must see this thought-provoking presentation on skill development.
It has 102 pages of NBA skill development that concerns pick and roll, guard drills, post play drills, shooting development, NBA man defense tips, as well as full court and half court defensive techniques.