The USA Basketball Coaching Guide For All Levels: Coaching Philosophy & Player Development Curriculum...

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USA Basketball

The USA Basketball Coaching Guide For All Levels

Coaching Philosophy & Player Development Curriculum from the National Governing Body of Basketball...

USA Basketball

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Booklogix
17 March 2025

Educational strategies & policy; Sports training & coaching; Basketball

USA Basketball, the national governing body for basketball in the United States, has composed the ultimate playbook from the youth to elite levels. The USA Basketball Coaching Guide for All Levels is a resource for all who participate in the game, providing a robust and progressive teaching and playing standard for all ability levels.

For basketball novices or veterans of the game alike, the information presented in the curriculum will help coaches guide young people through their basketball journey with the ultimate goal of promoting basketball for life.

The core chapters of the book outline USA Basketball recommended skills and drills, each 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 eight primary skill categories: ball handling & dribbling, footwork & body control, pass & receiving, rebounding, screening, shooting, team defense, and team offense.

Additional chapters focus on coach and player development off the court. These include life skills training, teaching techniques, building a team culture, coaching philosophy guidelines, and practice planning.

The USA Basketball Coaching Guide for All Levels is essential for any coach looking to elevate their craft while positively impacting the lives of their players.

By: USA Basketball
Imprint: Booklogix
Dimensions: Height: 279mm, Width: 216mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 794g
ISBN: 9781665301961
ISBN 10: 1665301961
Pages: 342
Publication Date: 17 March 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

USA Basketball, which celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2024, is the national governing body for the sport of basketball in the United States. As the recognized governing body by the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) and the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC), USA Basketball is responsible for the selection and training of USA teams that compete in FIBA-sponsored basketball competitions and select national events and for the development of youth basketball initiatives.The USA Basketball Youth & Sport Development Division is tasked with the development of youth basketball initiatives that address player development, coach education, and safety, while promoting, growing, and elevating the game.