Skills Are The Divider
I follow a really good page on Facebook called Herb on Hoops where a lot of coaches come together to discuss the strategy, to share ideas, and to discuss the ‘issues of the day.’ Recently, there was a post regarding AAU basketball, and as many ‘old school’ coaches do when this topic arises, many complained that the kids are playing too many games in the summer and not spending enough time developing their skill. One coach had some really good thoughts on the necessity of combining the drills, vision, and development of a skill trainer while teaching the IQ necessary to have success in this team game. Some of the thoughts outlined in his posts are: - Sacrificing Growth and Development For Wins Now By Focusing On Schemes and Sets Rather Than Building Skill - Winning Leads To Validation, Not Necessarily To Player Development or Level Of Coaching - Players Need the Development Of Training To Become Their Best - The Best Trainers Help Grow Players Overall Game...