Bob Hurley, Sr. - Ball Handling for Positionless Basketball
by New Jersey Basketball Coaches Association (NJBCA)
Description
The sport now is positionless. Centers right now have almost been rendered useless. Every high school kid ultimately will be a face the basketball player. Every player must work on the same skills every day. Then a few minutes each day, your biggest kid on back-to-the-basket skills, guarding in the post, etc. As coach Hurley points out, our sport is overcoached and under-taught. When we do drills, it's not the drill that you do, it's how you teach the drill and what you emphasize.
In the course, Coach Hurley demonstrates the drills needed to be an effective face-the-basket player. Book this course and improve all of your players' skills.
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The Coach
Coach Bob Hurley, Sr. is a legendary figure in the world of basketball, known for his remarkable coaching career and his profound impact on the lives of countless young athletes. Born on July 31, 1947, in Jersey City, New Jersey, he grew up in a basketball-loving family and developed a deep passion for the sport from a young age.
Hurley's coaching journey began in the early 1970s when he took over as the head coach of St. Anthony High School's basketball team in Jersey City. Over the next several decades, he transformed St. Anthony's into a basketball powerhouse. Under his leadership, the team achieved unparalleled success, winning numerous state championships and earning a reputation for disciplined, fundamental basketball.
Coach Hurley's coaching style was characterized by his unwavering commitment to his players' development, both on and off the court. He instilled in them not only the skills necessary to excel in basketball but also the values of hard work, discipline, and teamwork. Many of his former players went on to have successful college and professional basketball careers, with some even reaching the NBA.
One of his most notable accomplishments came in 2008 when St. Anthony's won its 26th state championship, solidifying Hurley's status as one of the most successful high school basketball coaches in history. Throughout his career, he received numerous awards and honors, including induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2010.
Beyond his coaching achievements, Coach Hurley was celebrated for his dedication to the community and his ability to shape the lives of his players positively. He often worked with underprivileged youth, using basketball as a tool to teach life skills and provide opportunities for a better future.
Coach Bob Hurley, Sr. retired from coaching in 2017, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in the world of basketball. His impact extended far beyond the basketball court, as he continued to inspire generations of athletes to strive for excellence, both as players and as individuals. His enduring influence on the sport and the lives of those he touched make him a true icon in the world of basketball coaching.
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