Ep 2788 Should You Send Everyone to the Glass or Prioritize Transition Defense?

Basketball Coach Unplugged (A Basketball Coaching Podcast)

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Education, Sports, Basketball, How To

4.9 • 555 Ratings

🗓️ 23 December 2025

⏱️ 16 minutes

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Teachhoops.com⁠ In this episode, we tackle the strategic debate that divides many coaching staffs: the balance between crashing the offensive glass and getting back on defense. We analyze the risk-reward ratio of offensive rebounding in high school basketball, discussing why the NBA "get back" analytics don't always apply to the varsity level where shooting percentages are lower and second-chance points are often the difference-maker. We explore different philosophies, such as sending three to the glass while two protect, and how to designate roles so your players aren't caught in "no man's land." We move from philosophy to technique, breaking down how to actually teach rebounding as a skill rather than just an effort play. We discuss the importance of "weak side" positioning, reading the flight of the ball, and using swim moves or spins to escape box-outs. We also share specific drills that simulate game-like chaos, forcing players to pursue the ball relentlessly while maintaining the discipline to locate it at its highest point. If you are tired of watching shots go up and seeing your team stand still, this segment offers the technical fixes you need. Finally, we open up the "TeachHoops Mailbag" to answer some of the most pressing questions coming from our community of coaches. We cover a range of topics submitted by members, including how to handle mid-season parent meetings, quick hitters for zone offenses, and managing player rotations during tight games. This segment is all about real-world problem solving, offering direct, actionable advice on the hurdles you are facing right now. Whether you are a veteran or a first-year head coach, these answers will help you navigate the day-to-day grind of the season. ⁠WintheSeason.com⁠ ⁠GameChanger Website⁠ ⁠Dr Dish Website⁠ ⁠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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