Ep 2048 Have You Had the Role Conversation Before Game One?

The 5 Minute Basketball Coaching Podcast · Nov 4, 2026 · 5m

TeachHoops.com

The most common problem in the first month is a player who does not know their role. Coach Collins walks through the conversation that fixes it, and why it has to happen early.

In this episode:

Why timing turns a defense into a plan

Be specific about the role and how to earn more

Ask what they think, then listen

Your stars need a role too

Part of The First Thirty Days series with Coach Collins.

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