How to Run and Defend The Pick & Roll by Steve Masiello

Description

Steve Masiello presents one of the popular trends in the game, the pick & roll. This dangerous action is looked at from both the offensive and defensive perspective. The pick & roll is the best offensive weapon in today’s game. It is also the most difficult to defend. Steve Masiello examines screening angles and how to defend each screen & roll.

Highlights:

4 Ways to Defend the Pick and Roll

-Blitz and Get over

-Downing

-Switching

-Trapping

4 ways to Defend the Pick and Roll Defense

-Beating the Blitz and Get Over

-Beating Trapping

-Beating Switching

Lessons

Defense

1 Blitz and Get Over 4:18 2 Downing 4:51 3 Switching 4:41 4 Trapping 2:45

Offense

5 Beating the Blitz & Get Over 3:10 6 Beating Downing 3:39 7 Beating Switching 4:10 8 Beating Trapping 3:04

The Coach

Scott Peterman

Men's Basketball Hoop Scoop

Coach Steve Masiello is the current head coach of the Manhattan College men's basketball team. A former player at the University of Kentucky, Masiello won two national championships as a player and later transitioned into coaching, where he served under legendary coach Rick Pitino for six years.

Coaching Experience:

Head Coach, Manhattan College (Current)
Assistant Coach, University of Louisville (Under Rick Pitino, 2005–2011)
Head Coach, University of South Florida (2001–2005)

Playing Career:

University of Kentucky
- Won two national championships (1996, 1998)

Career Highlights:

Coached Manhattan College to several successful seasons
Known for developing strong defensive teams and building a competitive program at Manhattan
Gained valuable experience under Rick Pitino, which has shaped his coaching style and approach