Beginner training plan
Your first lessonWhat parents will SEE:
• A lot of missed shots and awkward movement
• Kids looking down while dribbling
• Confusion with footwork (especially layups)
What parents should EXPECT:
• It will look messy — that’s normal
• Progress is about comfort, not performance
• Their child may feel unsure or shy at first
Lesson 11+What parents will SEE:
• Real basketball being played
• Passing, movement, and spacing
• Decision-making (good and bad)
• Competitive energy
What parents should EXPECT:
• Faster drills
• Mistakes in decision-making (that’s learning)
• Their player having “got it” moments
Lesson 4-10What parents will SEE:
• More structured drills
• Improved coordination and effort
• Some defensive understanding
What parents should EXPECT:
• Coaches correcting players more
• Increased intensity and competitiveness
• Visible improvement, but still mistakes under pressure
Lesson 2-3What parents will SEE:
• Better control dribbling (still inconsistent)
• Kids attempting moves (even if they mess up)
• Some made shots close to the basket
What parents should EXPECT:
• Inconsistency — good reps and bad reps mixed
• Kids experimenting and making mistakes
• Confidence starting to grow
Youth players
Working with kidsI don’t teach every kid the same way. I adjust based on their skill level, confidence, and how they learn. The goal is to meet them where they are and help them improve at the right pace.
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