Inside the Rim Newsletter :: 24-July-2013

Published: Wed, 07/24/13

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The Motivation...
"Sometimes our best is simply not enough. We have to do what is required."
~Winston Churchill
We are excited to partner with CaptainU, the leading basketball recruiting platform that can help connect you with thousands of coaches. If you are interested in playing in college or are just exploring that possibility, set up a free profile and get the exposure you need.  In addition to college recruiting, they can also help find the best camps, create a highlight video and get your games filmed.  Check them out at www.CaptainU.com
Inside The U...
Baseline Upscreen Cross Screen Play

Baseline Upscreen Cross Screen Play

This is a simple but quite effective baseline out of bounds play you can run against a man-to-man defense. By utilizing a couple of simple screens, you create 2 possible shot opportunities - a corner/short corner jump shot or a layup.
Box Entry into Flex Offense

Box Entry Play into the Flex Offense

This article comes to us courtesy of our friends at Breakthrough Basketball

Here's how you can initiate the flex offense from the box set.  It is a simple play that will get you started with the flex - and can also open up the floor for the players to an easy shot.
Why Statistics

Why Statistics and What to Do With Them

Coaches may wonder, why track statistics for every basketball game?  It takes time and resources, and in the end you are left only with numbers on a page, not points on the board.  The response comes down to two factors: knowledge and accountability.
Inside the Hoops U. Store...
What's new, what's hot, and what's on sale!
Spalding TF-1000 Classic Basketball

New & Back by Popular Demand!

Spalding TF-1000 Classic Basketball

One of our best selling basketball's is now back by popular demand!

The Spalding TF-1000 Classic Basketball takes the best selling design of the previous TF-1000 model and incorporates the newly engineered exclusive ZK cover material. Spalding's ZK cover material has been infused with the next generation moisture management technology to ensure that the ball feels the same at the beginning of the game as it does at the end. The Spalding TF-1000 Classic Basketball is built with Spalding's ZK microfiber composite cover for a soft touch and dry tack feel which maintains it's performance game after game.

$54.95

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Basketball Coaches Academy

Hot!!

Hoops U. Basketball Coaches Academy
DVD or Video Download

Our live clinic from April -- the Hoops U. Basketball Coaches Academy is available on a 2-DVD set and instant video download. This DVD/download contains almost 6 1/2 hours of basketball coaching instruction, motivation, philosophy, tactics, and much more! You will gain knowledge and insight from our great lineup of 6 highly successful basketball coaches:
  • Dick Bennett
  • Jack Bennett
  • Randy Brown
  • Jim Boone
  • Tim Grosz
  • Larry McKenzie

2-DVD Set:            $97.00
Full Download:     $77.00

You can also purchase each coach individually for $18 -- a great option if you only want to watch a couple of sessions!

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Hoops U. Weekly / Monthly School Year Planner

On Sale!!

Hoops U. Basketball Weekly / Monthly School Year Planner


On Sale through July 31, 2013!

Our  Weekly/Monthly School Year Planner is a must-have for any basketball coach or player! This 8.5" x 11" spiral-bound book is durable, portable, and offers ample writing space. You can also have it customized to your team/program!

Available for the coach and player!

$15.95 $12.95 [Hoops U. version]
$18.95 $15.95 [Custom version]

Both versions include free shipping!

Buy Now!

Do you have a product you are selling? Let us help you get it in the hands of more customers!
 
Learn more at the Hoops U. Basketball Vendors page.
Coach Randy Brown is hosting a free 30 minute webinar on How to Become a College Coach this Thursday, July 25th at 8:00pm CST.

Coach RB will be sharing his tips on networking, goal-setting, how to find and interview for jobs, how to build your own brand, and so much more.

Click here to learn more and to sign up now!
Inside Hoops U. Insider...
Hoops U. Insider
If you are not yet a member of Hoops U. Insider, here are the latest additions you are missing out on...

Special Offer to new subscribers -- register now and receive a free basketball coaching video download (your choice of videos). Paid yearly subscribers will also receive a free custom Basketball Notebook.

Click here for more information.

Ballscreen Dribble Drive Kick Out Play
This basketball play is designed to get a quick shot attempt. It might be most useful in end-of-game situations where a quick 3-pointer is wanted but a 2-pointer is okay as well.

High-Low Triangle and 2 Attack Play
This play is effective against a team that employs a triangle-and-2 junk defense. It uses a high-low action that allows for either a three-point shot attempt or a pass into the lane. This simple quick hitter can also be used against a 'normal' zone defense with some effectiveness as well.

2 Zone Offense Inside Out Shooting Drills
2 shooting drills that focus on shots you will get against a zone defense, specifically when executing the inside out pass opposite. To help players learn the benefits of the 'pass opposite' when playing against a zone defense.

Loyola 1-4 Basketball Play
By: Jeff Osterman
Out of the 1-4 high set, 'Loyola' has a lot of good action that can create shots off of a basket cut or there are options to create open 3-pointers.

Backscreen Quick Flash Post-Up Play
This quick-hitting basketball play is designed to get a quick low post scoring opportunity. Simple enough to run at all levels, this quick post-up set can be an easy way to take advantage of a possible mismatch.

Crash the Glass Offensive Rebounding Drill
Help develop the mindset and ability of 'crashing the glass' to go after offensive rebounds. Variations may also dimensions of finishing and competing against a teammate.

Kansas State Dribble Handoff Play
By: Jeff Osterman
This quick hitter utilizes a dribble handoff to create space and gives the ball handler multiple opportunities to score or pass to an open teammate.

Screen the Zone Last Second Play
Use this quick hitter to create a late-game or last-second scoring chance against a 2-3 zone defense.

Outside The U...
Basketball coaching news and information from our friends and from outside the walls of Hoops U....