In this episode of the SDP Podcast, Coach TJ shares some important information on what true skill development is. Coach TJ discusses some important factors that go into developing the individual player in a team setting and how it carry over into competition.

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In this episode of the SDP Podcast, Coach TJ discusses former players that have transitioned into trainers. He gives his thoughts on if players make the best trainers, what advantage do former players have, and what are some shortcomings of former players that now train. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sdp-podcast/support

In the latest episode of the SDP Podcast, Coach TJ discusses trainers and coaches that teach players skills vs how to play skillfully. He discusses how players, especially at the youth level, are more skilled than ever, but struggle knowing how to play the game. Coach TJ also touches on who should be responsible for relating a player's skills to the game. Is it the responsibility of the trainers or team coaches? He also discusses the effect of copying NBA players' moves, social media, and not stopping and correcting can hurt a player playing skillfully. Click the play button to hear all that Coach TJ has to say.

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In the latest episode of the SDP Podcast, Coach TJ discusses the three different type of trainers there are. Click play to have a listen and join the conversation on Twitter/Instagram (@nbnbball). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sdp-podcast/support

In this episode of the SDP Podcast, Coach TJ discusses whether players should train with multiple trainers. The discussion starts with why parents or player may want to train with multiple players, things to be aware of when training with multiple trainers, and is there a scenario when a player should train with multiple trainers. Let us hear your thoughts on this matter. Tweet and share your thoughts on Twitter and Instagram. Be sure to tag us @nbnbball & @sdp_podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sdp-podcast/support

In this episode of the SDP Podcast, I discuss tips on how to develop youth basketball players. I also have a very special guest to share their thoughts on how youth players should develop. 

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In this episode of the SDP Podcast, Coach TJ discusses how to use summer/travel/AAU teams for development. Coach TJ lays out information that explains the difference between AAU and travel/summer basketball teams as well as 4 tips to help parents and players select the right team to help them reach their goals and needs. 

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What up team? Welcome to another episode of the SDP Podcast hosted by Coach TJ.  In this latest episode, I discuss 5 of the biggest mistakes in youth development. I talk about everything from trainers and coaches trying to get youth players to play like James Harden to punishing for mistakes and everything in between. This is a great episode to listen to for all parents, coaches, trainers, and players. 

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Hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did recording it. 

Let me know if I can be of any assistance with any of your skill development needs. Send an email to [email protected].

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In this episode of the SDP Podcast, Coach TJ discusses three different training sessions you should know about. A lot of players and coaches think when it comes to skill development every session is the same. Run the player through some drills and send them home. Coach TJ gives great detail on the different training sessions and how they can help every player reach their goal. This is a great episode to listen and learn from as you will have a better understanding of how players can get better and reach their goals by knowing how the three different training sessions can help them. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sdp-podcast/support

In the latest episode of the SDP Podcast, Coach TJ discusses what it's like being a black man in America and how seeing graphic images of police officers killing individuals that look like him has a psychological effect on him. Coach TJ is very open on racism, white privilege, and he shares his thoughts on the recent murder of Deaunte Wright. Coach TJ also shares some tips on footwork development.

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In the latest episode of the SDP Podcast, Coach TJ discusses how to develop players ability to shoot off the dribble. Coach TJ shared his three shooting of the dribble foundations and his 5 steps to shooting off the dribble. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sdp-podcast/support