Practice Preparation
Why is it so tough for players to maintain a certain level of
consistency? There are two primary areas that contribute to inconsistent play.
1. Poor Preparation
2. Pressure to
succeed-
Stress
Keys to Consistency
Proper
Preparation + Confident and Focused Mindset = CONSISTENCY
1. Keep it simple.
2. Repetition brings confidence.
3. Remind players of past successes.
4. Encourage players to focus on doing what they have practiced.
If
coaches prepare players mentally and physically (skills and plays) through
repetition, remind them on the things that have worked, stress will be reduced
and success will increase.
Sample Practice Plan
|
Time |
Activity |
|
5:00
– 5:10 |
1.
Ball handling 2.
Line Drills – jump stop, dribble jump stop, crossover, etc |
|
5:10
– 5:15 |
Passing
Drill 1. Partner passing |
|
5:15
– 5:25 |
Layins
with Jumpstop – shoot from the block – Right and Left side |
|
5:25
– 5:30 |
WATERBREAK
– shoot free throws while waiting |
|
5:30
– 5:40 |
Defense 1.
Stance and React/ Slide width of key 2.
1 on 1 (W-drill) 3.
Shell (4 or 5 man) |
|
5:40
– 5:50 |
Offense 1. Half court 5 on 0 |
|
5:50
– 5:55 |
Scrimmage
|
|
5:55
–6:00 |
Conditioning
or place periodically throughout practice ( Run the length of floor and back,
etc.) |
|
6:00
– 6:10 |
Team
Huddle & Treats |