Texas Tech source and observer tells me that Drew Steffe has clearly demonstrated he is the best shooter and passer on Tech roster and that they will be hard-pressed not to give him a chance this year.
@ExclusiveHoops
@CoachRodTaylor
You heard it here first.
@ChadDriscoll_
Head Pro was standing on the first tee one Saturday morning watching the first group of the day tee off.
First guy hits about a 90 yard slice that went 130 yards
Pro says “Loft”
Next guy steps up and Hooks his shot 40 yards out of bounds
Pro says “Loft”
Last guy
@franfraschilla
I think you’re going to hear multiple point shaving scandals within the next year. Between NIL and legalized gambling available in a majority of states it is just a ticking time bomb.
Plano East's ability beat pressure and space the floor is what makes them great. 7 players that can handle the ball up the floor or half court at any moment. Very rare that a player tries to do it alone or force it. Complete trust in each other. Do you think coaching
This moment right here meant the world to me. To give this state medal to
@HarrisDar_
. He was integral in helping us turn this program around since his fresh yr when we didn’t win a district game. He is the heart and soul of this team and an even better person. I’ll miss you kid
What we just saw from
@onlydaniel
vs. Drive Nation proved he is a real D1 dude and just getting started. Determined from the opening jump, he simply dominated and put on a display of moves that just changed his recruiting trajectory.
@TheTB5Reports
@LSEbball
@ExclusiveHoops
This is what true investment in an athletic program, and a school looks like.
@CoachAjami
Is an example of what athletic administration looks like at its finest.
BIG SHOUTOUT to Sr Isaiah Johnson (IG: Zayyshotit) and Jr Ryan French (IG: frenchyproductionsss) for all they did while we were in Philly…capturing all the great moments!! Appreciate you fellas!!!
#PanthersInPhilly
Ask this guy to run a mile and he will run two.
@HarrisDar_
. Poised for a large senior season, his presence alone makes every team better. Led the plex in rebounds last year, this year he will play his more natural position. Get ready fam!
@CoachRodTaylor
@ExclusiveHoops
@putt4dough24
The problem with a majority of clubs are the 19 committees they have.
You can’t try to be to everything to everybody and be top-tier.
* eliminate outside events
* limit menu to several signature items
* be elite at a few things - instead of half ass at many.
@CoachKurzawski
If parents want to coach, they should have to coach a team without their own kid first. Would find out how much they enjoy the challenge of coaching.
Missed free throws/layups, bad closeouts, lack of rebounding, and turnovers are all a part of the game. No player does these things intentionally and some nights all these things happen simultaneously.
How many possessions did you execute these things which require no skill at
The Plano East Panthers advanced to 9-0 record on the season. The Panthers had the privilege of competing in the Thanksgiving Hoopfest. They were matched up against a talented and experienced Springdale Arkansas team. The Panthers showed that they can win with defense as well.
Probably stating the obvious here, but depth is a huge advantage in the playoffs.
@PlanoEastHoops
is a fine example of this. See an awful lot of winning teams with very questionable fourth and fifth starters on the floor that can only go 2 players deep max. Eventually the
A couple of traits that most great teams possess
1. Anyone can be the leading scorer on any given night.
2. Scoring balance.
@PlanoEastHoops
checks both boxes.
The Panthers had 6 players in double figures. DJ Hall had 18, Jordan Mizell 13, Narit Chotikavanic and Isaiah Brewington had 12, Rachard Angton and Jon Tran both had 10 points.
So far
@PlanoEastHoops
hasn't had a tough time slowing down the Princeton style offense of Waxahachie and is leading 39-16 at the under 3 minute mark of the 2nd quarter.
@ExclusiveHoops
@LSEbball
@coachmwsmith
I see up to 4 and sometimes a volunteer or two at the end of the bench. If they have some areas of responsibility there might be some value. The best programs allow their assistants to give input. When assistants just sit their without any say all game, what is the purpose?
‘24
@HarrisDar_
is very underrated!
6’3 True facilitating PG w/high basketball IQ
See plays happening before they occur.
Controls the pace, and is surgical in transition creating for others or getting downhill for easy baskets.
@ParishPantherBB
@justinlovvorn
It’s like standing on the first tee. If you understand your ability/tendencies and the layout of the hole you have a chance to make an aggressive play with the target in mind.
Basketball is no different, when the process and goals are clear, players can play with a true
Next fall some kids will be held accountable for the very first time in their careers by a coach. Those that can acclimate will have a chance. Those that don't will most likely fold their tents. Some kids have had it their way for years without anyone teaching them or
@CoachBechler
@thecoachtube
Good one. And yes, coaches have the ability to see kids on a daily basis and make calls to play those they trust the most. But I’ve heard enough college coaches in the stands comment some coaches have no clue what they’re doing. I’ll put it this way. When you see a good coach
As I have said recently, there are so many ways that Plano East can beat you. A different guy could lead every night. Don’t sleep on
@EthanMoss41
. He will light you up.
@LSEbball
@CoachRodTaylor
Any conversation involving the Longhorn's success must include
@max5chambers
. Maxwell is a natural facilitator with next-level poise that will be an invaluable piece in the state title run.
Kudos as well to
@copatbball
for utilizing his talent to the best of their ability.
What was once his weakness is now a BIG STRENGTH
@MarlonLintonJr2
can flat shoot it. Ball looks great coming out of his hand. Can still get to rim and distribute
@GASOLyndon
@GASOMass
Great visiting with
@LaQuanButlerJr
this morning. Truly humbling story of how his journey led him to where he is today. An example of fortitude second to none.
“Don’t give up. Don’t ever give up” - Jimmy Valvano
@CSmithBball
People say there are no tryouts in AAU. The first two tournaments are the tryouts. And the coaches figure out who they want and who they don’t.
Analytics don't tell you the following:
1. the score of the game
2. how much time is left
3. matchups - advantages and disadvantages
4. importance of game - does team need win
Nothing will beat you faster than bad shot selection.
@stuck_n_a_bunk
Unpopular opinion…..
You couldn’t pay me to go play there. Too many great golf courses that you pass on the way to get there and now it appeals to guys that can’t break 120 as a bucket list item.
Greatest game on earth but I think we are beginning to see the culmination of the effects of cones, crossovers, step-backs, euro steps, contested 3's, mix tapes, analytics, and the transfer portal.
This is the NBA. Premier professional basketball. THE LEAGUE! Where everyone in the world wants to be if you have aspirations of playing at the top level.
The Portland Trailblazers lost by 62.
Have a nice day.
UIL State Tournament
2023 - Teams that shot fewer 3's won 5 of the 6 championship games
2024 - Teams that shot fewer 3's won 4 of the 6 championship games
Small sample size and the numbers don't tell you who had the lead, time remaining, foul trouble, etc. but sight unseen -
Heard a college freshman say he was going to transfer because his coach wasn't playing him. Left out the part that he was shooting 7% from 3 since December 1st on over 40 attempts.