E.L.C. – Early, Loud, & Continuous on Defense
Ask any basketball coach in the world what they think is one of the most important factors to having a GREAT defensive team, and I would bet they will mention “Communication” somewhere in their explanation. While knowing your rotations, knowing personnel, and playing solid fundamental defense are truly key components; Communication is vital in order […]
Coaching Tips from an NBA Legend
Long-time NBA coach Del Harris has shared some great tips concerning several different aspects surrounding the game of basketball. Check them out below and let us know what you think. On offense, make them have to play all of us. This means to have ball and player movement–reduce the ball-stopping that too much 1-on-1 or post-up basketball requires. […]
Hardwood Hustle Podcast: Better Legacy: Phil Jackson or Gregg Popovich?
In this episode of the Hardwood Hustle Basketball Podcast, Alan Stein (Stronger Team) and Adam Bradley (Ball Hogs Radio) debate the legacies of Phil Jackson and Gregg Popovich. Who was ‘better’? Who is more impressive? Can you just count rings or is it a deeper conversation? Listen Now
March 7 – March Madness Inspiration
Inspirational Stories by Alan Stein (@AlanStein) If you love the game of basketball… you love the month of March. Ain’t nothin’ like March Madness! From buzzer beaters to Cinderella stories, March is the most inspiring month for true hoops junkies. Here is a legendary story I want to share: Do you know what Michigan State […]
Hardwood Hustle Podcast: Chillin’ with ESPN’s Jay Williams (Part 2)
In this episode (Part 2 of 2) of the Hardwood Hustle Basketball Podcast, Alan Stein (Stronger Team) and Adam Bradley (Ball Hogs Radio) continued their discussion in Bristol, CT with ESPN basketball analyst and former NBA player (Chicago Bulls) Jason Williams (@RealJayWIlliams). They broke Jay off with questions like: What current NBA player reminds you the most of […]
Hardwood Hustle Podcast: Chillin’ with ESPN’s Jay Williams (Part 2)
In this episode (Part 1 of 2) of the Hardwood Hustle Basketball Podcast, Alan Stein (Stronger Team) and Adam Bradley (Ball Hogs Radio) headed to Bristol, CT to sit down with ESPN basketball analyst and former NBA player (Chicago Bulls) Jason Williams (@RealJayWilliams) to talk life and talk hoops. They dove deep into questions like: How did you […]