The USA Basketball Coaching Guide For All Levels: Coaching Philosophy & Player D

<p>USA Basketball, the national governing body for basketball in the United States, has composed the ultimate playbook for coaches from the youth to elite levels. <em>The USA Basketball Coaching Guide for All Levels</em> is a resource for all who participate in the game, providing a robust and progressive teaching and playing standard for all ability levels.</p><p></p><p>For basketball novices or veterans of the game alike, the information presented in the curriculum will help guide young people through their basketball journey with the ultimate goal of promoting basketball for life.</p><p></p><p>Essential coaching topics are shared which help the coach and players to develop off the court. These topics include life skills training, teaching techniques, building a team culture, coaching philosophy guidelines, and practice planning.</p><p></p><p>The core of the book includes 300 pages of the USA Basketball skills and drills curriculum, organized by player ability level: Introductory, Foundational, Advanced, and Performance. Within each level, drills are laid out in a progressive manner that align under the 8 primary skill categories: ball handling & dribbling, footwork & body control, pass & receiving, rebounding, screening, shooting, team defense, and team offense.</p><p></p><p><em>The USA Basketball Coaching Guide for All Levels </em>is essential literature for any coach looking to elevate their craft while positively and properly impacting the lives of their players.</p><b