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The 5 Minute Basketball Coaching Podcast

The 5 Minute Basketball Coaching Podcast

By: Steve Collins (Teachhoops.com)
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 The 5 Minute Basketball Coaching Podcast will share, tips, drills and much more Published Mon-Friday at 7:00 am© 2020 Basketball
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  • Ep 1297 Coach Collins Basketball Thoughts (Part 1): Are You Winning the Decision Game?

    Ep 1297 Coach Collins Basketball Thoughts (Part 1): Are You Winning the Decision Game?
    Jan 30 2026
    Teachhoops.com⁠ ⁠WintheSeason.com⁠ ⁠CoachingYouthHoops.com⁠ ⁠https://forms.gle/kQ8zyxgfqwUA3ChU7⁠ ⁠Coach Collins Coaching Store⁠ Check out. [Teachhoops.com](⁠https://teachhoops.com/⁠) 14 day Free Trial Youth Basketball Coaches Podcast Apple link: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coaching-youth-hoops/id1619185302⁠ Spotify link: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0g8yYhAfztndxT1FZ4OI3A⁠ ⁠Funnel Down Defense Podcast⁠ ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/funnel-down-defense/id1593734011⁠ Want More ⁠Funnel Down Defense⁠ ⁠https://coachcollins.podia.com/funnel-down-defense⁠ [Facebook Group . Basketball Coaches](⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/basketballcoaches/)⁠ [Facebook Group . Basketball Drills](⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/321590381624013/)⁠ Want to Get a Question Answered? [ Leave a Question here](⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/Teachhoops⁠) Check out our other podcast [High School Hoops ](⁠https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/high-school-hoops-coaching-high-school-basketball/id1441192866⁠) Check out our Sponsors [HERE](https://drdishbasketball.com/) Mention Coach Unplugged and get 350 dollars off your next purchase basketball resources free basketball resources Coach Unplugged Basketball drills, basketball coach, basketball workouts, basketball dribbling drills, ball handling drills, passing drills, shooting drills, basketball training equipment, basketball conditioning, fun basketball games, basketball jerseys, basketball shooting machine, basketball shot, basketball ball, basketball training, basketball camps, youth basketball, youth basketball leagues, basketball recruiting, basketball coaching jobs, basketball tryouts, basketball coach, youth basketball drills, The Basketball Podcast, How to Coach Basketball, Funnel Down Defense FDD In Part 1 of Coach Collins’ Basketball Thoughts, we start with the foundation: basketball is a DECISION game before it’s a skill game. Most teams don’t lose because they don’t know plays — they lose because they make bad choices under pressure: rushed shots, late passes, and forcing the first look instead of the best look. Coach Collins breaks down the exact “decision moments” that show up every night: shot selection, spacing discipline, playing off two feet, and valuing the ball like it’s gold. You’ll hear how to teach players to slow their mind down without slowing their feet — so your team can execute when the game gets tight. This episode also gives you simple ways to train better decisions in practice: constraints, small-sided games, quick grading systems, and language that keeps players confident while still being accountable. If you want your offense to stop relying on hero plays and start relying on smart basketball — Part 1 is your starting point. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    8 mins
  • Ep 1296 Do Your Players Trust Your Offense… or Just Run It?

    Ep 1296 Do Your Players Trust Your Offense… or Just Run It?
    Jan 29 2026
    Teachhoops.com⁠ A lot of teams “know” the offense… but they don’t trust it. And when the game gets tight, trust is everything. In this episode, we talk about why players abandon the plan late—hero shots, rushed possessions, quick triggers—and how that’s usually a trust problem, not a talent problem. You’ll learn the difference between running plays and believing in the system. We break down what builds trust: clarity of roles, reps under pressure, simple reads, and players understanding the “why” behind actions like spacing, screening, and patience. If your guys freeze, force, or freelance in big moments, this gives you a roadmap. We also share practical ways to build offensive trust fast: daily “proof reps,” end-of-practice game situations, a simple language system for decision-making, and how to coach mistakes without killing confidence. The goal is simple—when it’s loud, when it’s late, when it’s hard… your team stays connected and the offense shows up. ⁠WintheSeason.com⁠ ⁠CoachingYouthHoops.com⁠ ⁠https://forms.gle/kQ8zyxgfqwUA3ChU7⁠ ⁠Coach Collins Coaching Store⁠ Check out. [Teachhoops.com](⁠https://teachhoops.com/⁠) 14 day Free Trial Youth Basketball Coaches Podcast Apple link: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coaching-youth-hoops/id1619185302⁠ Spotify link: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0g8yYhAfztndxT1FZ4OI3A⁠ ⁠Funnel Down Defense Podcast⁠ ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/funnel-down-defense/id1593734011⁠ Want More ⁠Funnel Down Defense⁠ ⁠https://coachcollins.podia.com/funnel-down-defense⁠ [Facebook Group . Basketball Coaches](⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/basketballcoaches/)⁠ [Facebook Group . Basketball Drills](⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/321590381624013/)⁠ Want to Get a Question Answered? [ Leave a Question here](⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/Teachhoops⁠) Check out our other podcast [High School Hoops ](⁠https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/high-school-hoops-coaching-high-school-basketball/id1441192866⁠) Check out our Sponsors [HERE](https://drdishbasketball.com/) Mention Coach Unplugged and get 350 dollars off your next purchase basketball resources free basketball resources Coach Unplugged Basketball drills, basketball coach, basketball workouts, basketball dribbling drills, ball handling drills, passing drills, shooting drills, basketball training equipment, basketball conditioning, fun basketball games, basketball jerseys, basketball shooting machine, basketball shot, basketball ball, basketball training, basketball camps, youth basketball, youth basketball leagues, basketball recruiting, basketball coaching jobs, basketball tryouts, basketball coach, youth basketball drills, The Basketball Podcast, How to Coach Basketball, Funnel Down Defense FDD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    7 mins
  • Ep 1295 Are You an Energy Giver… or an Energy Taker in Your Program?

    Ep 1295 Are You an Energy Giver… or an Energy Taker in Your Program?
    Jan 28 2026
    Teachhoops.com⁠ ⁠WintheSeason.com⁠ Every team has talent. Every team has a plan. But the hidden difference-maker is ENERGY. And it starts with the adults. In this episode, we break down a simple question that can change your season fast: When you walk into the gym, do you raise the energy… or drain it? You’ll learn the clear signs of an energy giver (language, body posture, tone, standards, responses to mistakes) and the sneaky habits of an energy taker (sarcasm, constant criticism, “here we go again” vibes, and coaching from frustration). The best part? This isn’t about being “rah-rah.” It’s about being steady, clear, and intentional—especially when your team is struggling. We also talk about how to build an “energy system” in your program: quick pre-practice resets, a next-play response, and how to set the expectation that every player is responsible for the emotional temperature of the gym. If you want your team to play freer, tougher, and more connected—this is the episode. ⁠CoachingYouthHoops.com⁠ ⁠https://forms.gle/kQ8zyxgfqwUA3ChU7⁠ ⁠Coach Collins Coaching Store⁠ Check out. [Teachhoops.com](⁠https://teachhoops.com/⁠) 14 day Free Trial Youth Basketball Coaches Podcast Apple link: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coaching-youth-hoops/id1619185302⁠ Spotify link: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0g8yYhAfztndxT1FZ4OI3A⁠ ⁠Funnel Down Defense Podcast⁠ ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/funnel-down-defense/id1593734011⁠ Want More ⁠Funnel Down Defense⁠ ⁠https://coachcollins.podia.com/funnel-down-defense⁠ [Facebook Group . Basketball Coaches](⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/basketballcoaches/)⁠ [Facebook Group . Basketball Drills](⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/321590381624013/)⁠ Want to Get a Question Answered? [ Leave a Question here](⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/Teachhoops⁠) Check out our other podcast [High School Hoops ](⁠https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/high-school-hoops-coaching-high-school-basketball/id1441192866⁠) Check out our Sponsors [HERE](https://drdishbasketball.com/) Mention Coach Unplugged and get 350 dollars off your next purchase basketball resources free basketball resources Coach Unplugged Basketball drills, basketball coach, basketball workouts, basketball dribbling drills, ball handling drills, passing drills, shooting drills, basketball training equipment, basketball conditioning, fun basketball games, basketball jerseys, basketball shooting machine, basketball shot, basketball ball, basketball training, basketball camps, youth basketball, youth basketball leagues, basketball recruiting, basketball coaching jobs, basketball tryouts, basketball coach, youth basketball drills, The Basketball Podcast, How to Coach Basketball, Funnel Down Defense FDD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    7 mins
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