Basketball Mental Aspects / Intangibles

By Dr. James Gels, from the Coach’s Clipboard Basketball Playbook

The articles linked below deal with mental aspects of basketball and other similar general topics. There is much more to basketball than X's & O's, plays, drills, etc. Having a good mental approach and being mentally tough are vitally important. Several expert authors have contributed to the articles listed below.

Contents Coach's Clipboard Originals From Anthony Lanzillo From Thomas Emma From PGC Basketball From Ari Fisher From Dr. Dish Basketball

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Coach's Clipboard Originals

• Quotes - Motivational and Humorous
• The exceptional player...
• The "role" player...
• How to make the team...
• Things to think about...
• Attitude, the "Right Stuff"
• Playing AAU or Club Basketball
• Guide for Serious Basketball Players
• Keys to Becoming a Great Player - Kyle Ohman
• Things Good Basketball Players Do - Steve Pellan
• Basketball Tips: Being a Team Leader - Lamar Hull
• Importance of a Strong Coach-Athlete Relationship - Ohio U
• Why Doesn't Johnny Practice Any More? - Paul Hoover
• Goal Thinking and Process Thinking for Players - Mike Phelps
• Struggling Through a Losing Season

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From Anthony Lanzillo 12-Step Mental Prep Playbook Mental Prep Playbook Reaching the Mental Peak Mental Conditioning Program Mental Aspects - Laying the Foundation Winning The Mental Game - Mental Drills Having Hands-On Players Mental Aspects - Tuning Up March Madness and the EMS Factor Watching Villanova Play Staying Inbounds Mentally The Mental Rebound Imagine Rebuilding Player Confidence Create A Compelling Story Mental Focus - Stay in the Present Play Big: Believe in Greatness Playing Smart Teach Your Players To Streamline Mentally Playing With Gratitude Reading The Court From Spectator To Player Make Your Mark - Selecting a College Game Prep (video) The Hook (video) Create a Compelling Story (video)

From Thomas Emma

• Athletic Development
• The Student Athlete
• Small Basketball Players
• Basketball Strength Training
• When Individual Instruction Goes Too Far
• Dealing with Lack of Playing Time
• Managing Player Fatigue
• The Recovery Snack

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From PGC Basketball

• Season Ending Disappointment
• Don't Waste Your Time Getting Seen Before You Get Good

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From Ari Fisher

• Entering the Coaching Profession
• Coaching Do's and Don'ts
• Team Building Strategies
• Importance of Communication
• Anatomy of a Championship Season
• 8th Grade Tryouts
• Fundamental Precepts of Offense
• Writing a Coaching Philosophy
• Foul Shooting

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From Dr. Dish Basketball

• 10 Basketball Quotes to Use After a Loss - Nick Bartlett
• 4 Ways To Effective Off-Season Coaching - Nick Bartlett
• 3 Ways To Gain Respect From Your Team - Doug Campbell
• 4 Words Every Athlete Needs to Hear - Doug Campbell
• 3 Basketball Quotes to Turn Your Captain into a Leader - Doug Campbell
• 4 Ways to Motivate Your Players - Doug Campbell
• Basketball Shooting - 3 Simple C's - Nick Bartlett

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