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Making the case for cuts
How cutting kids from teams has long-term benefits One of the most difficult times for any coach are tryouts. Some schools have programs where the numbers dictate the need for making cuts. No coach enjoys this part of the job — not a single on...
Kentucky prep basketball coach sued by former players
Two former Kentucky prep basketball players are suing their coach and the high school, alleging mistreatment and bullying while participating on the team. A lawsuit was filed against Muhlenberg County High School and girl's basketball coach Mike ...
Texas considers shot clock for high school basketball
Texas could be the next state to implement a shot clock in high school basketball, and the possible change has received a mixed reaction from coaches, athletic directors and athletes. [caption id="attachment_16058" align="alignright" width="238"] ...
Study: 48.8% of NBA players related to ‘elite athletes’
A new study conducted by the Wall Street Journal suggests the best path to the NBA might be having a professional athlete in the family. [caption id="attachment_15949" align="alignright" width="279"] Klay Thompson, son of Mychal Thompson, is among...
Tom Izzo: Today’s athletes don’t fight through adversity
It's transfer season in college basketball, and this year could set another record for the number of athletes who jump ship looking for a fresh start. The growing trend has irked a lot of people in college basketball, and Michigan State men's bas...
Survey: 70% say stalling OK in high school basketball
In March, Coach & Athletic Director asked coaches whether stalling was an appropriate strategy in basketball — specifically, holding the ball for several minutes in high school games where there is no shot clock. This issue became a topic for ...
Wis. athletic association refuses to move game after bomb threats
West Allis Central High School (Wisconsin) closed for three consecutive days this week due to multiple bomb threats, but that wasn't enough to relocate a sectional basketball game. School was called off Thursday after administrators received yet ...
Wis. HS basketball game ends 14-11, fuels case for shot clock
Here’s another case study for those arguing in favor of a shot clock in high school basketball. A Wisconsin high school boys basketball game ended with a 14-11 score last week, with the winning team holding the ball for the final seven minutes...
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