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NBA Ball-Handling Drills
NBA ball-handling drill collection focused on control, change-of-direction dribbles, and repetition for young players.
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NBA Ball-Handling Drills — U8 Beginners
U8-friendly ball-handling session ideas focused on stationary dribbles, moving control, and simple partner challenges that build confidence with minimal equipment.
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Basketball Positions & Responsibilities
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Tools U8 external link
Court Time Calculator
A simple rotation calculator for junior coaches that balances court time across 7–9 players over two 20-minute halves while keeping five players on the floor.
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Defence U12 external link
NBA Defensive Positioning for U12
A guide to teaching defensive stance and footwork for under-12 players. Covers help defence, on-ball defence, and communication on court.
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NBA Dribble Drive Offence Overview — U14
Introduction to the dribble-drive motion offence for U14 and above. Covers spacing, reads, and progressive drills to build the system.
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Drills U8 external link
NBA Footwork Fundamentals — All Ages
Footwork session plan covering pivoting, jump stops, jab steps, and balance work that can be used as a warm-up or a dedicated skills block.
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Defence U14 external link
NBA Full Court Press Defence — U14
Step-by-step breakdown of the full-court press, including trap positions, rotations, and how to coach players to execute under pressure.
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Offence U10 youtube link
Basketball Australia Half-Court Offence Introduction — U10
Simple half-court offensive concepts for U10 teams. Covers spacing, passing priorities, and how to create open looks without complex systems.
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Drills U8 youtube link
Basketball Australia Introduction to Basketball Movement — U8
Fun, game-based activities to introduce movement patterns and court awareness to the youngest players. Keeps sessions energetic and skill-focused.
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Drills U8 external link
NBA Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA Curriculum: Learn The Fundamentals
NBA curriculum overview that outlines foundational junior basketball skills, teaching progressions, and practice structure.
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Defence U8 youtube link
Basketball Australia Man-to-Man Defence Teaching Cues
Basketball Australia video covering man-to-man defence teaching cues and player positioning.
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Drills U10 youtube link
Basketball Australia Passing Drills for U10
Age-appropriate passing drills designed to develop chest pass, bounce pass, and overhead pass technique in U10 players.
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Drills U16+ youtube link
NBA Player Development Framework — U16+
Basketball Victoria's recommended player development pathway for teenage athletes. Covers physical, technical, tactical, and mental development pillars.
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Defence U8 external link
NBA Positive Coaching Alliance
NBA coaching article with practical sideline language, encouragement cues, and ways to keep training sessions constructive.
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Plays U16+ external link
NBA Press Break Game Plan — U16+
Half-court and press-break teaching notes with sideline inbound options, outlet spacing, and decision rules for handling backcourt pressure.
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Plays U14 youtube link
NBA Set Play Playbook — End of Quarter
End-of-quarter and end-of-game set plays with inbound diagrams, timing cues, and coaching notes for U14 and older teams.
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NBA Shooting Progression Drills — U14
A U14 shooting progression that moves from form shooting close to the basket into catch-and-shoot and off-the-dribble work to reinforce consistent mechanics.
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Offence U8 youtube link
NBA Simple 5-Out Flow Offence (Jr NBA)
NBA video showing a simple 5-out offence, with spacing principles, driving lanes, and pass-and-cut movement.
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NBA Transition Offence Principles — U16+
How to coach fast-break and secondary transition offence. Includes lane-filling, outlet pass timing, and decision-making drills.
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Defence U8 youtube link
Basketball Australia Visit YouTube for More
Basketball Australia video covering defensive stance, help-side positioning, and key man-to-man teaching cues.
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Offence U8 youtube link
Basketball Australia Watch now
Basketball Australia video that introduces off-ball movement, spacing lanes, and basic offensive decision-making for junior teams.
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Defence U8 youtube link
WNBA Zone Defence Basics for Junior Coaches
WNBA video breaking down 2-3 zone defence basics, including lane responsibilities, rotations, and coaching points.
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NBA Zone Defence Fundamentals — U16+
Introduction to 2-3 and 1-3-1 zone defences. Includes diagrams, rotation rules, and drills to develop zone awareness in older players.
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Basketball Australia At-Home Ball-Handling Program — U12
A 4-week at-home dribbling program to improve ball control. No court required — just a ball and some space. Suitable for beginners and intermediates.
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Basketball Positions & Responsibilities
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Group U8 external link
NBA Basketball Rules for Parents
A friendly guide explaining basketball rules for parents and families who are new to the sport. Helps spectators understand the game and support their young players.
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Basketball Australia Common Fouls Explained — U14
A visual guide to the most common fouls in junior basketball: personal, flagrant, and technical. Includes what referees look for and how to avoid them.
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Solo U16+ external link
NBA Confidence Building for Teen Athletes
Strategies to build and maintain confidence across a basketball season. Includes goal-setting frameworks, routine design, and managing pressure.
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Solo U12 external link
NBA Dealing with Mistakes on Court
How to bounce back from errors during a game. A mindset guide for young athletes covering resilience, self-compassion, and short memory strategies.
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Drill U10 external link
NBA Dribbling Skills for U10
Simple dribbling exercises designed for U10 players to practice at home or in the backyard. Builds coordination and ball control with progressive challenges.
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Group U8 youtube link
NBA Getting Started with Basketball — U8
A beginner-friendly introduction to basketball basics for the youngest players. Covers dribbling, passing, and shooting fundamentals in a fun, approachable format.
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Solo U16+ external link
NBA Hydration for Basketball Players
Why hydration matters and how much to drink before, during, and after games and training. Includes tips for hot weather and long tournament days.
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Solo U14 external link
NBA Mental Skills: Staying Focused Under Pressure
Practical techniques for maintaining focus during games and training. Covers breathing exercises, positive self-talk, and visualisation for junior players.
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Solo U8 external link
NBA Nutrition Guide for Young Athletes
A practical guide on eating well for young basketball players. Covers pre-game meals, hydration, recovery nutrition, and snack ideas for training days.
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Group U8 external link
NBA Official Basketball Rules — Junior Summary
A simplified breakdown of the key rules of basketball for junior players and their parents. Great reference before your first game or for parents new to the sport.
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Solo U14 external link
NBA Pre-Game Meal Planner — U14
A one-week meal planner designed for teen athletes preparing for competition. Includes breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack options to fuel performance.
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Group U8 external link
Facebook Rebounding Example
A Facebook reel highlighting rebounding effort, positioning and finishing possessions for players of all ages.
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Group U14 youtube link
NBA Setting Goals for Your Basketball Season
A structured goal-setting workbook for junior players. Includes short-term and long-term goal templates, self-reflection prompts, and review checkpoints.
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Drill U14 youtube link
Basketball Australia Shooting Form Video Tutorial
Step-by-step video breakdown of proper shooting mechanics. Covers BEEF (Balance, Eyes, Elbow, Follow-through) with slow-motion examples and common mistakes.
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Group U16+ youtube link
NBA Speed and Agility Conditioning — U16+
Off-court conditioning drills to improve speed, agility, and vertical jump. Designed for senior junior players looking to gain a physical edge.
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Manager Resources
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PlayHQ - How to Score a Game
Step-by-step tutorial video for entering game scores in PlayHQ during a match.
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Team Manager Guide
Comprehensive guide for team managers covering all key responsibilities and processes.
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Team Manager Quick Guide
Quick reference guide for team managers with essential information and contacts.
Guides
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Child Safety Officer
Guide outlining the responsibilities of the club's child safety officer.
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Coach
Guide for team coaches covering key responsibilities, expectations, and support information.
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Coach - Quick Guide & Coach Kit Care
Quick guide for coaches with a cheat sheet and coach kit care information.
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Coach Coordinator
Guide for coordinating the club's coaching program and support activities.
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Social Media Coordinator
Role guide and responsibilities for managing club social media channels.
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Sponsorship Coordinator
Guide for coordinating and managing club sponsorships and partnerships.
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Team Manager
Comprehensive guide for team managers covering all key responsibilities and processes.
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Team Manager - Quick Guide
Quick reference guide for team managers with essential information and contacts.
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Vice President
Role guide outlining responsibilities and requirements for the Vice President position.
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