The Coaching Lab

hIn today's episode, I talk with Kevin White and we discuss things he's done this summer to build his new program and how he is developing players' habits, mindset, and coaching staff before the season starts. Get ready to take notes as he drops a ton of knowledge in this episode. If you're a coach that would love to lead your team and program to new heights but your not sure how to do this, I invite you to check the Championship Program Builders Group at coachmattdennis.com. I'll be teaching coaches how to be intentional leaders who design their basketball program for success so players and coaches thrive and you win more games. Connect with me at: twitter.com/coachmattdennis coachmattdennis.com

In today's episode, I sit down and talk with FunRaisen CEO Anthony Gerson. He is a busy dad, business owner, and coach who has coached both school sports and travel sports. He breaks down the disconnect he saw between teams and the people they were asking to support them and how FunRaisen offers a unique approach that allows coaches to easily raise funds, connect with their supporters, and build team chemistry. For more information about FunRaisen, you can go to www.funraisen.com. Anthony and his team can be contacted at [email protected] or [email protected]. If you're a new coach that is looking to build your team or program I encourage you to connect with me inside the Coaching Lab at www.coachmattdennis.com

In today's episode, we will look at how to motivate players. I'll offer some thoughts on different approaches that I've found to work in my program. If nothing else, I know you'll get the wheels spinning in your mind to find out what will work with your program. If you're looking for resources on creating a better team or leading your program I encourage you to check out The Coaching Lab at coachmattdennis.com.

In today's episode, we will look at some of the do's and don'ts of open gym. At times we are a bit handcuffed by state association rules and then other times we can have some input. When we are able to have some input we want to be sure our players are getting the absolute most they can every time they step on the floor for open gym.  If you're looking for resources on creating a better team or leading your program I encourage you to check out The Coaching Lab at coachmattdennis.com.

In this episode, I take a quick look at three areas that make your camp go but aren't talked about very often.  1. Online Sign-Ups 2. Liability Waivers and Liability Insurance 3. Staffing (Hiring/Volunteers) Each area is important and shouldn't be overlooked but I know they aren't as fun as drills and games.😉 If you're looking at putting on your own camp but aren't sure where to start I encourage you to check out my Starting and Running A Basketball Camp From A-Z Course. I give you everything, and I mean everything, that goes into a successful camp.

In this episode, I share two formulas I've found to be very helpful when it comes to running a successful camp.  1. Fun = Competition or Competition = Fun 2. The Rule of 10 Each formula leads to more engagement and focus from the campers. They don't want to listen to a bunch of talking, they want to be active. To learn more about each formula take a listen to this quick win episode. If you're looking at starting your own camp or you want to improve the camp you already have at your school you may like my Starting and Running A Basketball Camp From A-Z course.

In today's episode, I'll be sharing why I changed my camp structure so I'm now the Camp Director instead of the Camp Coach. In both cases, I am running the camp still, but as the Camp Director, I can scale the camp to have more campers while helping my basketball program grow and stay relevant in the community. Whether you have a camp or you're thinking about running a camp I encourage you to check out Starting and Running A Basketball Camp From A-Z Course. You'll get everything you need to grow a successful, profitable basketball camp.

In today's podcast, I'll share 3 strategies you can use to increase your basketball camp attendance. I'll specifically look at ways to use email, schools, and social media to get the word out about camp so registration will come rolling in. If you have a camp already or you're thinking about starting one you'll definitely want to check my Starting and Running A Basketball Camp From A-Z Course. 

Players build shooting habits and these habits will make them a good/consistent shooter or bad/inconsistent shooter. In today's episode, I'll share four ideas to help your players build the right habits to become a good shooter.  - Legs Loaded - Position 3 to 4 Shooting - Directional Passes - Foot Movement For more great coaching content I encourage you to check coachmattdennis.com.

In episode 23, I talk a little about something I recently saw on social media and break down the four reasons it's a good idea to shoot on-air and four reasons it's not a good idea. As with most things, there is a time and place for both.  For more great coaching content check out coachmattdennis.com.